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IN LOVING
FEBRUARY 2020
2 Saturday, February 8, 2020 — THE MEDICINE HAT NEWS
DAVID BEGLAW MILDRED "DENISE" AGNES FLORENCE
1939 ~ 2019
It is with a heavy heart that Linda announces that her beloved husband,
CUNNINGHAM WILEY
David Elbert Beglaw, passed away at the Good Samaritan Society on April 2, 1939 ~ December 27, 2019 July 1, 1932 – December 31, 2019
Sunday, December 29, 2019 at the age of 80 years. Along with Linda, left It is with great sadness that the family of Denise Cunningham of Agnes died peacefully at home in Edmonton, as she wished, surrounded
to cherish David’s memory is his son, Troyce (Shannon) Beglaw; step- Medicine Hat announce her passing at the age of 80 years after a brief by her family. She was pre-deceased by her husband of 64 years, Lorne,
children, Ryan Hansen and Terri (Ryan) Tabor; grandchildren, Noah illness. She will be missed and lovingly remembered by her daughter; in 2017, her daughter Kathy (Tim McCashin) in 1994 and sisters Irma
Beglaw, Eliana Beglaw, Megan Hansen, Rileigh Tabor, Reese Tabor and Debby (Thomas) Baumann; son, Jim Cunningham (Tanya Beaulieu); Hardy, Amanda MacDonald and Eleanor Mudry. She is survived by her
Cody Hansen as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was grandchildren, Alex Baumann, Stacey (Nick) Origlia and Michael son Keith, daughter Jane (Jason Foster), adopted daughter Michele
predeceased by six sisters and five brothers. David was born in Medicine Kelly (Carolyn Grogan), daughter-in-law Jakalin MacGregor, brother
Horvath; and great-grandchildren, Matteo and Alessia Origlia and Mia
Hat on December 16, 1939 and raised in Retlaw, Alberta. He married Edmund Keck and grandchildren Kate McCashin, Amanda Ladner
Dehod; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Denise was
Linda Fretts on January 7, 1995. David was lucky enough to spend the (Brendan), Morghain Gibbons (Josh Shook), Clair McCashin, Andrew
majority of his life doing what he loved which was roofing. He also predeceased by her devoted husband, Jim Cunningham; loving
daughter, Sharon Horvath; parents, Charles and Mildred Purdon; and MacGregor, Neale Wiley, Faith Wiley (Ned Zimmerman), Linden Gibbons,
spent some of his career working with the North Vancouver RCMP. A Camille Wiley, Gillian Wiley and many nieces and nephews.
Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. (Condolences may be her brothers and sisters. Denise and Jim valued the time they could
Agnes was born in Medicine Hat and raised on the Keck homestead
expressed by visiting www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the spend together walking the trails in the coulees. She loved to spend
near Hilda. She attended high school in Maple Creek and Teachers’
family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception time with family, but especially enjoyed time with her grandchildren.
College in Calgary, where she met Lorne. Agnes inspired her family and
Facility, 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403- She was generous with her spare time and volunteered whenever she
many others with her fierce activism for social justice and the
527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" could. Denise was very crafty and she also liked to read and watch her environment. She was a central organizer and executive member of the
favorite show Jeopardy. She made many friends while residing at the Medicine Hat NDP, Friends of Medicare, the Raging Grannies, square
Cypress View Lodge for the last four years and she will be dearly missed dance associations and the Medicine Hat Co-op. She was an avid bridge
by all those who knew and loved her. The family wishes to express their player and a prominent Alberta square dance caller.
gratitude to the staff and Medicine Hat Regional Hospital and to Carmel After Lorne died, Agnes moved to Edmonton to be closer to family,
Hospice at St. Joseph’s Home. A celebration of Denise’s life will be held although she greatly missed her Medicine Hat family and friends.
at a later date in Edmonton, Alberta. Condolences may be sent through The family would like to express their deepest appreciation to the staff
www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading and Dr. Harkirat Sidhu at Rosedale Estates and for their care in her last
Denise Cunningham. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to years. A memorial will be held at the Westwood Unitarian Church, 11135
SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION – 65 Avenue, Edmonton, on Saturday, January 4 at 3:00 pm. www.
CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, serenity.ca In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alberta NDP
AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis.com or the David Suzuki Foundation.
Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.
ROBERT LEFLER
Robert “Bob” Larry Lefler of Medicine Hat, passed away on Thursday,
December 19, 2019, at the age of 66 years. He leaves to cherish his
memory three children Grant and Raydn Lefler (Nate), Boyd and
Michelle Lefler (Andrew), Trevor Lefler and Julie Bolger (Dylan and
Chayse); one brother Jace Lefler (Ethan) and one sister Gail (Graham)
Chlan (Renee and Brendan); as well as life long friends Craig and Pat
Westman (Tara and Krysten). He was predeceased by his parents Robert
and Margaret Lefler. Bob was born in Swift Current, Saskatchewan. He
was raised on the family farm in the Dodsland/Plenty area. He moved
and started a family having three boys in Medicine Hat. Bob moved to
Saskatoon and worked as a partsman the majority of his life. Bob
enjoyed going to Rider games whenever possible. If he couldn’t make it EMMA
live he would be watching games with family and friends. Bob spent a
few short years in Edmonton with his mom and sister. The call of his
HAROLD ZIEBART
grandchildren had him move back to Medicine Hat. They were his life.
He spent the remainder of his years watching Dylan, Chayse, Andrew
SELANDER 1930 ~ 2020
and Nate at any sporting event. Everyone is going to miss the good 1929 ~ 2019 Emma Ziebart died peacefully on the 1st of January 2020 at the age of
times shared with “the big guy”. A celebration of Bob’s life will be held at Mr. Harold Roy Selander of Medicine Hat passed away on Sunday, 89. She is lovingly remembered by Joseph, her husband of 66 years.
Whiskey Creek, Creekside Reception Room (937 13th St SW) on December 29th, 2019 at the age of 90 years. Harold leaves to cherish his Emma leaves behind her children, Lynn (Dwain) Fauser and Mark
Saturday, January 4, at 3:00 p.m. Please feel free to wear your favourite memory his children, Brian (Debbie) Selander, Delorie (Neil) Jacobs, and (Derilee) Ziebart; grandchildren Evan, Rachel, Nicole and Rebecca
sports jersey. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Denise (Kim) Closson; grandchildren, Melanie (Jason) Beisel, Kirsten Fauser, and Joseph and Jacob Ziebart. Emma is survived by her sisters,
Kidsport. Please donate online at www.kidsportcanada.ca/alberta/ Lydia Jan, Frances Cameron, Marie (Leo) Giesenger; brothers in-law,
Jacobs, Brea Jacobs, Brennen Closson (Chelsea) and Jenna Closson;
medicine-hat-and-redcliff/donation. To e-mail an expression of Jerry (Jean) Ziebart and Bill (Linda) Ziebart; and sister-in-law, Florence
great-grandchildren, Shaye and Teagan Beisel; sisters, Dolly Leigh and
sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Ziebart. Emma grew up with nine brothers and sisters on the family
Bob Lefler, or you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a Sharon Beckett; long time family friend, Barron (Tara) Paul; as well as
farm near Fox Valley, Saskatchewan. She later moved to Medicine Hat
message of condolence. Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents,
where she graduated from St. Theresa’s Academy in 1948. Joe and
FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Jalmer Selander and Ida Crabbe; and sisters, Phyllis Savola and Helen
Emma were married at St Patrick’s Church on a beautiful fall day in 1953.
Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 Johnson. Harold was born in Shaunavon, SK on August 12, 1929. He
Emma, a talented seamstress, created wonderful Halloween costumes
spent his early working years as a crane operator before discovering his for her grandchildren. She was an avid gardener and gifted cook whose
true purpose and passion for carpentry. Through hard work and meals frequently brought her family together. She will be remembered
determination, Harold became a very talented finishing carpenter and by her family, friends and coworkers as fun-loving and cheerful with a
was able to construct many beautiful pieces that will be treasured for kind word for everyone. Emma’s family would like to thank the lovely
many years to come. When Harold wasn’t busy with work, he enjoyed staff at River Ridge Expressions for their compassion in caring for her for
watching rodeos; was passionate about country & western music and the past six years. A formal service is not planned. Condolences for the
dancing; and he enjoyed fishing when he had the time. Harold will be family may be sent at www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com
missed dearly by all those who knew ad loved him. A celebration of subject heading Emma Ziebart. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to
Harold’s life will take place later in Swift Current, SK. Memorial gifts in SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION
Harold's memory may be made to the The Lung Association Alberta/ CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat,
NWT Division, P.O. Box 4700 Station South, Edmonton, Alberta T6E 9Z9. AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis.com
Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.
condolences@saamis.com subject heading Harold Selander. Funeral
arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL
CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1
Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.
saamis.com inquiry@saamis.com Locally owned and directed CGR
Holdings Ltd.
In Loving Memory
Saturday, February 8, 2020 — THE MEDICINE HAT NEWS 3
GEORGE EDWARD JAMES (JIM) BOYD EDWIN KANEWISCHER
Edwin Kanewischer passed away on Friday, December 27, 2019, at the age
KULMAN MCFETRIDGE of 98 years, beloved husband of Alice Kanewischer of Medicine Hat. He
leaves to cherish his memory his children Mildred Brenner, Brenda (Ron)
June 11, 1939 - January 4, 2020 May 2nd, 1943 to December 29th, 2019 Weiss, and Merle (Sjaane) Kanewischer; seven grandchildren, Gary (Arine)
Dad peacefully entered into the Glory won for him by his Saviour the With love & sadness, we share the passing of our Dad, Jim McFetridge at Brenner, Tina Brenner (Derek Van Diest), Ross (Mellissa) Weiss, Kristy Weiss,
morning of January 4, 2020. He began his final journey early on January the age of 76 on December 29th, 2019 in Phoenix, AZ with his wife Jane, Blake Kanewischer, Kyle (Shawna) Kanewischer, and Megan Allan; his seven
2 when he asked for his daughter Wanda Fruson to join him at his his three children, Laura, Andrew & Tyler, & his sister-in-law Susan at his great grandchildren, Brady, Carter, Kylie, Rastyn, Madyx, Coen and Torin
bedside. Wanda, Dad’s loving wife (and our mom) Marlene and our side. To cherish his legacy, Dad leaves behind his brother Bill (Joan) along with numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his
McFetridge, his children Laura (Sean) Goldsmith, Andrew (Stacey) parents Emilia and Benjamin Kanewischer; three brothers, William, Otto and
cousin Jayda Zabolotney (a nurse and angel) then attended to him from
McFetridge, Tyler McFetridge, & grandchildren True, Akira, Autumn, Willow, Reinhold; one sister Bertha Jacober. Ed was born on April 15, 1921 in Schuler
that point on. After Wanda arrived, Dad then asked for his son Kurtis Sam, Saoirse, Rylee, & Oakley. where he was raised. After serving two years overseas in the Canadian Army,
Kulman who was in the United States with his grandson Bailey. They Dad was born in Moose Jaw, SK & grew up in Calgary, AB. During & after Ed then returned to Canada and married Alice and they farmed in Schuler
quickly returned to Calgary and, together with his granddaughter Alex attending William Aberhart High School in Calgary, he served others until 1982, when they moved to Medicine Hat. The family wishes to thank
and his daughter-in-law Pat, drove to Medicine Hat and joined him later through the United & Methodist churches. He also volunteered, helped the staff and nurses at Valleyview AgeCare. The funeral service will be held
that evening. His grandsons Lee, Austin and Kyle Fruson, along with those in need, was a teacher, counselor, youth worker & project in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Monday, January 6, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev.
Kyle’s girlfriend Kelsey Pocsik, dropped what they were doing to join coordinator in Tennessee, Costa Rica, the Philippines, & Thailand. He Robert Findley officiating. Interment will take place in the Hillside Cemetery.
their family at his beside shortly after. Following that, his beloved sister- achieved a B. A. in Sociology in 1965 from the University of Montana, a B. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.
in-law and brother-in-law Eleanor and Melvin Zabolotney, with whom Ed. in 1967 from Acadia University, & a M. Ed. in Guidance Counseling from net subject heading: Edwin Kanewischer, or you may visit www.
Dad and Mom had spent so many enjoyable years over the decades, the University of Toronto in 1974. He married our Mom, Pranee McFetridge pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence.
(Jitrukmun) in Thailand in 1968. He chose to build a life with his family in Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND
arrived and took care of all of us by providing food, drink, love and
Medicine Hat, AB moving there in 1975 which brought all three of us kids CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2
laughter. Dad then patiently waited for his nephew and Godson Stacey so many opportunities and blessings. Thank you for that, Dad. Jim served
Zabolotney, who was travelling from Vancouver and arrived at noon on at the Medicine Hat College mainly in the roles of Registrar & Director of
January 3. Upon his arrival Stacey immediately proceeded to pick up Admissions from 1975 until 2003. Jim married Jane McFetridge (Giles) in
Dad’s guitar, sit by his bedside and begin singing Dad’s favorite songs. 1987. He made a home with Jane in Medicine Hat for 17 years then in
With this prompting, the party quickly began along with the arrival of Phoenix, AZ in 2004 teaching English & coaching ladies’ soccer at Estrella
Jayda’s husband Wade Bierbach, as well as their daughters Anya and Foothills High School until his final retirement in 2013.
Annika, and following them Lee’s girlfriend Jenna Dalla Longa. While We are proud of Dad for staying positive, fun, & strong during his three
Dad was not always fully conscious, his heart and spirit shone through. cancer diagnoses & ensuing treatments. He looked on these tough times
In those brief and treasured moments when he was conscious, he joked as an adventure & as a fight. He also lived by & passed on to us the values
of doing the right thing, helping & respecting those in need especially
around and even teased us a little. What a man!
recent immigrants to Canada & all the “little guys”. Dad was funny, friendly,
Surrounded by joy, love, laughter and the language of music, Dad sports-minded, a lover of cowboy/western culture & history, a coach at
slowly, with his usual stubbornness, made his way toward his Saviour. heart, loved to have a good time, & was affectionately known as “Jumbled
We know that Dad’s surviving siblings Richard Kulman (and his Jim”. He was also a teacher, historian, lecturer & entertainer all in one.
daughter Tammy Brady), Clara Clarke and Adeline Zorn and their Perhaps Dad’s most prominent quality was his youthful enthusiasm. This
families and his many Kulman nieces and nephews, Mom’s brother quality was felt by all who were fortunate enough to cross paths with him.
Calvin Westgard, his wife Debbie, and their daughters Ashley (and her It has been shared with us that his coaching of both youth soccer in
boyfriend Nathan and her daughter Hailey) and Britney Belanger (and Medicine Hat & ladies’ high school soccer in Phoenix, AZ created many
fond memories and lessons learned for so many. Countless people over
her husband Jacob and their son Rowan), Dad’s niece Sasha Craven, her
husband Mark and their children Eleandra and Blake, Stacey’s wife the years have shared with us that his caring service to students & athletes
at the Medicine Hat College was instrumental to many in their lives &
MAVIS WEATHERHEAD
Bonne and their children Ava and Zay, Austin’s girlfriend Lindsey Ackert
careers. Dad was also very proud of all of his grandchildren for their 1936 - 2019
and Alex’s boyfriend Zac Cline would have loved to have been there individual gifts and uniqueness. Mavis Jean Weatherhead, of Burdett, passed away peacefully at her much
and, truly, they were in spirit and love. We thank them for their love and As per Dad’s wishes, a Celebration of Life Service will take place at Fifth loved cabin at 40 Mile Park on Thursday, December 26, 2019. She was
prayers which lifted and supported us. Avenue Memorial United Church in Medicine Hat on Saturday, January surrounded by her husband, children and grandchildren who lifted her into
Dad was a simple, quiet, humble man who did not like to be the center 18th at 2pm. We invite anyone who knew our Dad to please attend. heaven with their love.
of attention and, like all true, strong, Christian men, did not feel the Condolences may be e-mailed to andrewmcfet@telus.net In Dad’s Details regarding a celebration of Mavis’ life to be held at the 40 Mile Park later
need to puff himself up by words. True to form, and after 40 hours of memory, we ask that you please give to cancer research, teach others this summer, will be announced once finalized. Condolences may be
hard work on his part, it was while we all were resting a little (other than something about the past to improve the future, & remember (like our
forwarded by visiting our website at www.southlandfuneral.com.
our Mom who was attentive as always and Lee who was administering Dad loved to do) at times, bend some rules & have FUN! We will always
Mavis was born to Agnes and Clarence Gooding in Regina, Saskatchewan on
meds) that Dad peacefully took his last breath and walked through the love & remember you, Dad.
August 18, 1936. When she lost her parents at the age of nine, she lived with
Gate to his Saviour. We can only imagine that when Jesus asked him her aunt and uncle, Mark and Molly Gooding. Mavis was educated in Regina
how he was, Dad responded as he always did “not bad for an old fart”. and trained as a nurse there at the Grey Nuns Hospital. When she graduated,
In his death, as in his life, he taught us lessons by his actions without she moved to Bow Island with her twin sister Maureen and her best friend
having to say a word. Lessons like unconditional love, humbleness, hard Dixie Johnson, where they were hired to be among the first nurses at the new
work, patience, peace, trust in God and that there is a time for hospital. Mavis married her beloved Larry Weatherhead on September 23,
everything. As Dad said to Wanda before he left us “these things 1960 and moved to Burdett where they raised their four daughters. She loved
happen”. to laugh, read, can, camp and care for her family. Mavis supported Larry with
We love you Dad. We will join you shortly. the family farm and John Deere dealership. She particularly loved spending
A Service of Thanksgiving will be held at Victory Lutheran Church, 2793 time with the Green Power staff and Burdett neighbours, many of whom were
Southview Drive S.E., Medicine Hat on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at 1:00 like extended family to her. In addition to being the best parents, Mavis and
p.m. with Reverend Jim Bredeson officiating with the assistance of Larry shared many adventures travelling around the world together with
Pastor Roland Weisbrot. Lunch will follow immediately thereafter. A family and friends. She especially loved her vacations with her kids and
private interment will be held prior to the service. families, where she loved to spoil and spend time with her grandchildren.
Mavis was an exceptional cook and she loved nothing more than to open her
We ask that, in lieu of flowers, anyone wishing to do so, may donate to
door to everyone to enjoy a meal and a visit. The highlight of her summer was
the Victory Lutheran Church’s Perpetual Remembrance Fund.
(Condolences may be expressed by visiting www.cooksouthland.com) LYLE ANDERSON camping in her motorhome, sunset rides in the pontoon boat with Larry,
gator rides with her kids and warm evenings on the deck of the cabin at 40
Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Lyle M. Anderson of Medicine Hat, Alberta, passed away on December
30, 2019, at the age of 60 years while on a family holiday to his favorite Mile with family and her “dam” neighbors.
Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Mavis will be deeply missed by her devoted husband of fifty nine years, Larry
vacation destination, Whitefish, Montana.
Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally
Lyle had an incredible work ethic, always striving to be a great provider and their girls Shannon (Kelly) McCoy of Coaldale, Michele (Ron Smith) of
owned & directed" Maple Ridge, BC, Tami (Burke) Torscher of Taber and Jodi (Mark) Albrecht of
and example to his children. In addition to raising their sons on the
family farm, he enjoyed a long career as an Operator at Catalyst Medicine Hat. She was a cherished grandmother to Bret, Spencer (Jordan),
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Recovery, Operations Manager at Criterion Catalysts and Technologies, Connor, Meghan, Meranda, Jade, Krystin, Teah, Blake, Logan and Carson. Mavis
and Plant Manager at Porocel of Canada. He had a love of skiing, hiking, is also survived by her sister Shirley Beauchamp of Winnipeg; Weatherhead
biking, being outdoors, and traveling the world with Sandie, family and brothers and sisters-in-law as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
friends. He will be fondly remembered for his gift of conversation and In addition to her parents, aunt and uncle, Mavis was predeceased by her
Medicine Hat Office storytelling, and his intense pride and support of his sons, their families brother Brian, sister Maureen, nephews David, Garth and Michael; mother and
and his friends. father-in-law May and Clarence Weatherhead; three brothers-in-law Dale
3257 Dunmore Road SE , Medicine Hat, AB He is survived by his wife Sandie, four sons; Kyle (Kayla), Josh (Anna), Weatherhead, Ross Poole and Adrien Stensrud.
403.527.1101 Jon (Kassia), Clark (Liz), 6 grandchildren, and his brother Raymond If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Mavis’ name may be made directly to
(Barbara). a charity of one’s choice.
Project Co-ordinator Please join us for a Celebration of Lyle’s Life on Sunday, January 5th, On behalf of Mavis, we would like to thank her many caregivers, including Dr.
Woodruff and Bow Island Home Care, Sandra and Tammy over the past few years
Destinee Mattson 2020 from 1:00-4:00 pm at the Medicine Hat Golf and Country Club;
program will start at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions as her health declined. While she bravely battled pain and illness, your kindness,
403-528-5652 can be made to the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta. professionalism and good humour helped make Mavis’ days comfortable and
dmattson@medicinehatnews.com provided the needed support for her family to keep her at home.
In Loving Memory
4 Saturday, February 8, 2020 — THE MEDICINE HAT NEWS
JEAN BENGTSON LES LESMEISTER ELDON
1945 ~ 2019
It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of Jean Eloise Sept 5, 1951 - Dec 23, 2019 CONQUERGOOD
Leslie James (Les) Lesmeister passed away in Edmonton, AB after a lengthy Eldon Delmar Conquergood passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2019, at
Bengtson (nee Rance), loving wife, mother, grandmother, great
battle with cancer at the age of 68. Les is survived by his sons Lee and Julian the age of 86 years, beloved husband of Conchita Conquergood of Bow
grandmother, aunt, sister and a friend to many. Jean was born in
(Dana), and daughter Jodie (Jason), all of Edmonton; his grandchildren Island. He also leaves to cherish his memory his daughter, Pauline Osayande;
Medicine Hat in 1942 and passed away in Medicine Hat in 2020. Jean five grandchildren, Lyn Schneider, Kyle Schneider, Nadine (Mehrdad)
had a smile for all and was a kind, caring and loving woman. She Joshua and Kirsten; mother Mildred Lesmeister of Medicine Hat; sisters
Brenda (Henry) Stang of Edmonton, and Judi (Andrew) Coombes of Osayande-Amini, Nicole (Alireza) Osayande-Sattari and Nygil Osayande;
appreciated the beauty and wonder of nature, time spent with family three great grandchildren, Kasra, Kiyan and Ariyana; his sister, Doreen Lee;
and friends, her yard and flowers she worked so hard on, and the Medicine Hat; brothers Terry (Tracy) and Joel, both of Red Deer. He was
predeceased by former wife Joan; partner Florence; his father Anton (Tony); one son-in-law, Robert Schneider and sister-in-law, Jessie Conquergood. He
sunshine on her face. Jean had a passion for walking and was regularly was predeceased by his parents, Maude and Thomas Conquergood; his
seen enjoying her many daily walks around her beloved hometown of brothers Rodney, Dale, and Bruce; grandparents Nick and Margaret
Lesmeister, and Henry and Amalia Kerbs. wives, Violet Conquergood in 1984 and Shirley Conquergood in 2013; one
Suffield. She always held a special place in her heart for babies and daughter, Belinda Schneider (Kevin Poole); two brothers, Kenneth (Elsie)
loved to watch children playing. She will be lovingly missed by all Les was born and raised in Prelate, SK, the oldest of eight children. He
Conquergood and Keith Conquergood; his sister, Allene (Jack) Barrows, and
whose life she touched. Jean is survived by her husband Ron; children, attended Prelate School and St. Thomas College in North Battleford, and
brother-in-law, Ralph Lee. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON
Randy, Greg, Cindy (Copper), Michele (Ian) & Tanya (Ed); eight then moved to Edmonton, where he ran his own accounting business. He CHAPEL on Friday, January 10, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David
grandchildren; 16 1/2 great grandchildren; four sisters; three brothers; enjoyed attending CFL games, especially when the Riders were playing, and Townsend. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of
and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by was an Oilers fan as well. sympathy donations may be made to the Pleasant View Lodge, Bag 6700,
her parents Lois & Fred Rance and sister Audrey. The Funeral Service will Les was a quiet, meticulous person who loved the city of Edmonton, and Bow Island, AB T0K 0G0. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it
be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, # 1 Dunmore Road SE, enjoyed a good glass of scotch and a great game of hockey or football. His to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Eldon Conquergood, or you may
on Thursday, January 9th, 2020 at 2pm with a reception to follow at the last year on earth proved to be his greatest challenge; but this challenge visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence.
Redcliff Legion. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the also brought his family closer together, and it was because of the love of his Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND
Alzheimer Society, 201, 770 – 6th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A daughter and daughter-in-law that he was able to leave in peace. CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2
4J6. “Your battle is won, your struggles are over” Funeral arrangements are The family celebrated Les' life with a private gathering in Edmonton,
entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & honouring his final wishes.
RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE,
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BERNICE KUNZ
1943 ~ 2020
Dorothy Thorburn Bernice Kunz, beloved wife of Terry Pettyjohn of Medicine Hat, passed
away on Thursday, January 9th, 2020 at the age of 76 years. Also left to
(Caruth) cherish her memory her children, Blaine Kunz (Cindy Enslen) of Medicine
Hat, Crystal Graham of Sylvan Lake and Jason Kunz (Sandy Bell) of
With great sadness we announce that Dorothy-Jean Fern Thorburn (Caruth)
Medicine Hat; three grandchildren, Slater Graham, Jasmine Graham and
passed away peacefully in her sleep on Dec. 21, 2019 at the U of A Hospital
LORETTA JOSEPHINE in Edmonton, AB. She re-joined her parents Samuel and Dorothy Caruth,
Sabian Kunz; two brothers, Ronald (Lynda) Elle of Calgary and Brian
(Angela) Elle of Medicine Hat; two sisters, Leona Herter of Medicine Hat
brother Ken (Gladys) Caruth, and sister Shirley (Bernie) Shihinski. She will be
SPRAGG lovingly remembered and greatly missed by Glen Thorburn, her husband of
54 years, her daughters Shauna (Bill) McKenney, Jeannine (Tho) Nguyen,
and Linda Horton of Calgary; brother-in-law, Jim (Marge) Kunz of Medicine
Hat; Terry’s family, Royce Pettyjohn of Maple Creek, Cal Pettyjohn, Terina
(Laurie) Sommerfeld and their children, Lukas and Alissa and Alex (Karla)
August 10, 1935 ~ January 3, 2020 Roxanne (Glen) Brown, her 10 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, and her Pettyjohn and their children, Ethyn and Koltyn, all of Medicine Hat; as well
It is with broken hearts that the family announce the passing of Loretta sisters Ilene (Ivan) Tschritter and Lillian (Dennis) Christensen. as numerous nieces and nephews. Bernice was predeceased by her first
Josephine May Spragg at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Friday, Dorothy was born on May 29, 1945 in Killam, AB where she grew up on the husband, Gerald Kunz; her parents, Albert and Mary Elle; her father-in-law
January 3, 2020, at the age of 84 years. Loretta is survived by her six family farm. She got her first job in 1962 as a telephone switchboard and mother-in-law, Albert and Hertha Kunz; and two brothers-in-law,
children, Debbie Rajotte of Salmon Arm, BC., Danny Lemoel of operator and always spoke proudly of how proficient she was at it and how Lloyd Herter and Jay Horton. Bernice was born on November 20th, 1943 in
Vancouver, BC., Laura (Bill) Seigo of Regina, SK., Kathy Pearce of much she enjoyed it. In 1965 she married Glen, had their first of three the Medicine Hat Hospital. She was raised on a farm 8 miles south of
Medicine Hat, AB., Larry (Tina) Spragg of Airdrie, AB. and Steven Spragg daughters and moved to St. Albert in 1968 to start their new life together. Richmound, Saskatchewan and received her education in rural school of
of Calgary, AB.; together with her 16 grandchildren and 20 great- From this point on she dedicated her life to being the best wife and mother Dunbrody. In 1962 Bernice married Gerald Kunz at St. Peter Lutheran
grandchildren as well as her brother, Larry Wiles of Langley, BC. Loretta that she could be. She took great pleasure in constantly providing her family Church; they were married for 41 years at the time of Gerald's passing in
was predeceased by her first husband, Andy Lemoel and her second with delicious meals and an immaculately clean home. 2003. During most of their marriage they lived and worked on the farm in
husband, Joseph Spragg; father, Charles Wiles as well as her mother, She always had a genuine affection for small children and as her children the RM of Richmound, Saskatchewan. In 1996 they bought a house in
May Hettervig whom Loretta lovingly cared for during May’s battle with grew up she decided to provide child care in her home for other families Medicine Hat and semi-retired. Bernice still helped on the family farm right
dementia. Loretta was born and raised in British Columbia and although and eventually started working in the nursery at the local daycare center up until 2018. She also kept busy with volunteering. Whether it be the
she came to reside in Medicine Hat in 1978, a huge part of her heart local 4-H Club, curling board, teaching Sunday School, baking and serving
where she filled her need for babies. Once her children started moving out
remained in BC. Her faith was a very important part of her life as an at church functions, family reunions and the Good Samaritan Society, her
her career choice changed from managing children to managing properties
active member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. Loretta formed vibrant soul kept her going. She loved to socialize and was a member of
and she moved to Edmonton where she put her cleaning skills to the test by St. Paul Lutheran Church where she was a proud L.W.M.L. member. On
close bonds with her friends. She was a hard working woman in her managing a very large apartment complex. After doing this for several years March 2nd, 2013 she married Terry Pettyjohn. Bernice loved to travel with
everyday life as well as in her faith. Loretta loved to cook, visit with a job opportunity came, and with it, the promise of milder winters so they family, friends and Terry. Some of her favourite places were Europe, Hawaii,
friends and was a great support to those in need. She had a way of moved to Medicine Hat in 1984 and except for a time in Kinuso and Strome, Australia, New Zealand, Dominican Republic, Palm Springs and Florida.
telling a great story and could make everyone laugh. Inspite of her they remained there until early 2019 when they decided to return to their Bernice also enjoyed working in her gardens, canning, freezing her
battle with dementia, that ability to laugh and smile never left her. She roots and moved to Killam. produce, baking, golfing, curling, fishing and collecting anything with
really was loved by all. During the last few years of Loretta’s life, she After retirement Dorothy found great comfort in the simple things in life. roosters and chickens. She will be missed dearly by all her family and
depended more on her extended family in the Assisted Living and She was always very humble and enjoyed spending special time with her many friends. The family would like to thank all the staff at St. Joseph’s
Extended Care. Loretta was always grateful, gracious and thankful for family, quiet time with her cat and a good book, and crocheting blankets for Home for taking such good care of Mom and making her short stay as
the kindness and care she received. The family would like to thank all all of her loved ones or toques for the babies at the local hospital. She loved comfortable as possible. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at
who were involved in Loretta’s care; you know who you are! Remember making people laugh and would do the silliest things to get a laugh out of SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Monday
to Live, Love and Laugh. A Come & Go Tea Celebration of Loretta’s Life her grandchildren. She enjoyed travelling with Glen and was especially fond from 6:00 until 9:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at ST. PAUL
will be held at Masterpiece Southlands Meadows, 4401 Southlands of Ireland and visited there on many occasions. LUTHERAN CHURCH, 515 Sprague Way SE, on Tuesday, January 14th, 2020
Drive S.E., Medicine Hat, on Saturday, January 18, 2020, from 1:30 p.m. She always put the needs of others before her own and would give at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Ken Edel officiating. A private interment will take
to 4:00 p.m. on Level One. The family will honour Loretta’s life with a unconditionally to anyone in need. In the early seventies she was diagnosed place at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Bernice's memory
private service at a later date. If friends so desire, memorial donations in with a very rare skin condition and because it was so rare she decided in may be made to the Ronald McDonald House Charities, Medicine Hat
Loretta’s name may be made directly to the Alzheimers Society of 1973 to donate her body to scientific research in hopes of helping others House: https://rmhcalberta.org/donate/donate-medicine-hat/.
Alberta, #210, 770 - 6 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 4J6. with the same condition. Because of this, a memorial service celebrating her Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to condolences@
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Saturday, February 8, 2020 — THE MEDICINE HAT NEWS 5
EMIL JESSKE RALPH BROWNE IRENE ARNDT
1926 ~ 2019 1960 ~ 2020 1937 ~ 2020
Mr. Emil Jesske passed away peacefully at the Haven Care Centre, South “Don’t cry for me, for I go where music is born” (JS Bach) ARNDT, Irene Rose, nee Kruger, passed quietly into the next life on
Country Village in Medicine Hat on Saturday, December 14, 2019, at the Ralph Kevin Browne completed his life’s work on Sunday, January 5, 2020, Friday, January 10, 2020, with Herbert, her husband of 62 years, at her
age of 93 years. Emil was born in Liebenthal, SK., and grew up on the at the age of 59 years. His larger-than-life persona and his musical legacy bedside. Missing Irene intensely are daughters Lorna Arndt and Corinne
family farm South of Leader. He would walk one and a half miles to will not soon be forgotten. From 1982 through 2000, Ralph served in (Wes) Callihoo and cherished granddaughter Danielle Callihoo. Irene
school in all kinds of weather! Emil had a strong work ethic and drove several pastorates. During the past eighteen years he established and also leaves beloved sister Esther (Emil) Krause and sister-in-law Eraine
horses early in the morning and late into the evening. He ranched in the operated Browne’s Musical Academy. He also founded Selah Singers, a Jansson, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Irene was
Robsard District South of Maple Creek. He also helped other family community choir. Helping people find their own voice and to discover the predeceased by her parents John and Rosina Kruger, brother and sister-
members with their farm work, including his love for gardening, rich repertoire of vocal music was his passion. Left to cherish his memory in-law Emil and Rose Kruger, nephew Robert Kruger and in-laws Ewald
especially vegetables. A frugal man, he learned to fix and repair things are his wife and best friend, Valerie Browne; his children, Andrew (Julie) and and Danaida Arndt and CR Erland Jansson. Born September 25, 1937,
with little to no resources - that was his way. Emil was a great story teller Adam (Danielle); sisters, Carol (Allan) Lennox, Shirley (Don) McIntosh and Irene grew up on a farm near Hilda Alberta, moving to Medicine Hat
and enjoyed being a jokester. After retiring to Medicine Hat, he became Wendy (Jim) Crouse; step-mom, Ardith Wolsey and sister-in-law, Joanne
with her parents for high school. She was an active volunteer in her
a member of the Veiner Centre enjoying lunch and visiting several times Browne. He will be fondly remembered by several nieces and nephews
who will forever treasure his memory. Ralph will be remembered for his church communities at the local and regional levels and took great
a week. Emil was pre-deceased by his parents, Rudolf and Lydia Jesske;
deep love of God and people. A Celebration of Ralph’s Life in word and pleasure in all of her family’s interests and activities. The family wishes
siblings, Adolf Jesske, Henry (Martha) Jesske, Albert (Elma) Jesske, Ida
(Lewis Hoffman, Dan Pudwell) Hoffman Pudwell, Edna (Albert) Burkart, song will be held at Hillcrest Evangelical Missionary Church, 3785 - 13 Ave. to express gratitude to Dr. Jeffrey Bratvold, and Natashia Dubourt for
Edwin (Ruth) Jesske, Reinhold Jesske, Harvey Jesske and Raymond S.E., Medicine Hat on Saturday, January 11, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Dr. their kindness and care over many years and to the medical
Jesske. He is survived by his siblings, Elma (Albert) Herrmann, Millie Shane Andrus officiating. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting www. professionals at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, Emergency, ICU
(Morley) Desjardine; sisters-in-law, Emma Jesske and Arlene Jesske as cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Ralph’s name are encouraged and 4West units. The Funeral Service will be held at ST. PAUL LUTHERAN
to be made directly to AJ’s Loan Cupboard, Bay 4, 602A Clay Ave. S.E., CHURCH, 515 Sprague Way SE, on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at 1:00
well as numerous nieces and nephews. The Funeral Service will be
Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 3K2. This local charity was so helpful to Ralph in p.m. with Pastor Ken Edel officiating. A private interment will take place.
celebrated in the Weurful Auditorium at South Country Village, 1720
recent months. Honoured to serve the family is Memorial gifts in Irene's memory may be made to St. Paul Lutheran
Bell Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, January 10, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 -
Interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery, with lunch to follow in Church Memorial Fund, 515 Sprague Way SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1B
13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 www.
the Heritage Centre at South Country Village. If friends so desire, 4A7. Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to
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Country Village, 1720 Bell Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 5G1. arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL
(Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at www. CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1
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MICHAEL WOLFER
1985 ~ 2020
It is with great sadness that the family of Michael Wolfer announces his
passing after a brief illness on Saturday, January 4th, 2020 at the age of 34
years. Michael will be sadly missed by his loving parents, Harvey and Bonnie
Wolfer and brother, John Wolfer, all of Medicine Hat. Michael is also survived
JO-ANNE SUTTON
his four aunts, four uncles, and numerous cousins. Michael was predeceased
by his two grandpas, one grandma, one aunt, three uncles, and one cousin.
SANDRA L.
Jo-Anne Sutton (nee Shaw), born September 27, 1953 passed away
quietly on December 18, 2019. Jo-Anne is at peace, shaded by the
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so on Monday at SAAMIS
MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m.
UMPLEBY
protective boughs of the big tree - our family meeting place in the here or on Tuesday at VICTORY LUTHERAN CHURCH, 2793 Southview Drive SE, June 06, 1942 - Dec. 25, 2019
after; welcomed by loved ones who've passed away: her mother, from 12:00 until 12:55 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at VICTORY Sandra ("Sandy") Lynne Umpleby, PhD (née West), was born in Walton-
Noreen Shaw (nee Dudgeon), her father, Jack Shaw, and her husband, LUTHERAN CHURCH on Tuesday, January 14th, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor on-Thames, England on June 6, 1942 and passed away December 25,
Jim Bredeson officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Those
William Sutton. 2019 after 41 years of marriage to the love of her life, Dennis Umpleby
who desire may send flowers or make a memorial gift in Michael's memory
Remembering her zest, laughter, humour, and tenacity brings comfort (Sooke, BC). She is survived by Dennis as well as her three children, Loki
to Victory Lutheran Church, 2793 Southview Drive SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta,
to friends and family. Jo-Anne's brothers Kerry Shaw, Bryan Shaw, and (Kara), James and Jennifer (Viv). Her family will forever remember Sandy
T1B 2H1 or to a charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent through
Kelly Shaw (Lori) along with her daughter Dara Sutton, grandchildren www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Michael for her absolute devotion to family, her generous and thoughtful
Damon Sutton & Jaden Anthony, nephew Chris Shaw, niece Karmen Wolfer. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL nature, her fiery spirit and her love for adventure. Her positive attitude
Shaw, great nieces Mackenzie Shaw & Brooke Shaw, great nephew CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 toward life and her infectious energy impacted everyone she met.
Hunter Shaw, a large extended family, and treasured friends celebrate Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis. Sandy enjoyed a rich and varied career as an educator for over 50 years,
her life. com inquiry@saamis.com Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. touching and shaping the lives of thousands of people in Ontario,
Jo-Anne had a love for corny jokes and travelling the open road; driving Alberta and BC. She taught every grade from K to 12, served as a high
was a passion and source of great pride for her. First People’s spirituality,
school principal and a school district superintendent, and eventually
wisdom, and teachings were sacred to her and she did her best to live in
obtained her PhD in Education in 2007 at the age of 65. Her passions
a good way. An informal gathering to release her ashes will occur
included horseback riding, badminton, bridge, golf, tennis, sailing,
sometime in the warmer months of 2020. To e-mail an expression of
sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: gardening and community service. She was always close to her beloved
Jo-Anne Sutton, or you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and Norwegian Elkhound companions and savoured her walks in the woods
and looking for “treasures” on the beach.
leave a message of condolence. Funeral Arrangements are by the &WFSZEBZ-JWJOH Her greatest legacy will be to have her love of life and generous nature
PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St.
SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 1SPEVDUT reflected and honoured in the lives of her six cherished grandchildren,
4FSWJDFTUPNFFU whose presence in her life gave her such joy: Ashley (Matt), Matthew,
Amber, Keaton, Gavin & Fraser and her two great grandchildren, Finn
ZPVSDIBOHJOH and Aesop. Sandy is lovingly remembered by her “other” daughter and
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law Sherry and Larry Monger (London, ON), her sister-in-law and
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Rest in peace, Sandy, Mum, Nana, and know you are deeply loved by
accessories! those who remain behind. We are so grateful for all that you taught us
and the joy of our lessons and laughter together as we savoured the
#2 - 46 CARRY DRIVE SE beautiful noise. We will honour Mum's life in a private family ceremony.
403.527.8110 To make a contribution in her memory, please donate to the Alzheimer’s
Society of BC.
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6 Saturday, February 8, 2020 — THE MEDICINE HAT NEWS
KATHY
GEORGE THACKER ROSEMARY BAUMBACK
George Thacker of Bow Island, passed away peacefully at the Bow Island ROMANIUK
Health Centre on Sunday, December 15, 2019, at the age of 99 years. He May 10, 1956 – January 7, 2020
is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Florence Thacker (nee Heck); 1956 ~ 2020
It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce Rosemary Baumback,
six children, Lynn (Ute), Jan (Meryl) Goodfellow, Jim (Dalyce), Dale Kathleen Donna Ann “Kathy” Romaniuk of Medicine Hat passed away on beloved wife of Wayne Baumback, passed away in Edmonton, Alberta at the
(Natalie), Diane (Tim) Main and Richard as well as two sisters, Ivy Corns Saturday, January 11th, 2020 at the age of 63 years. She leaves to age of 63 following a courageous and determined battle with brain cancer.
and Clara Fraser. Over the years, George and Florence became the cherish her memory her children, Michael (Joanne) Romaniuk and Rosemary leaves to celebrate her legacy her daughter Nicole Baumback and
proud grandparents of 13 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. In Jennifer (Steve Holmes) Romaniuk; grandchildren, Owen, Reese, Kayl son-in-law Jeff Pugh as well as her son Brett Baumback and daughter-in-law
1919, George’s parents, Herb and Clara Thacker, immigrated to the Bow and Jayce; sisters, Shirley (Brett) Gordon, Beverly Masters (Garry Moore); Jenelle Butler. “Nana” will forever be adored by her granddaughters, Elise
Island area from Staffordshire, England. They arrived with his older brother, Edward Couturier; brothers-in-law, Wayne Jacober, Kevin and Nora Baumback. And for her role as back-up grandma, “Rose” will be
brothers, Joe and Herb. George was their first child born in Canada in (Christine Finch) Romaniuk and Marris (Dawn Ohama) Romaniuk; father- fondly remembered by Emma and Rhys Pugh. Rosemary is also survived by
1920, followed by sisters, Ivy, Elsie and Clara. Coming from a coal- in-law, Maurice Romaniuk; sisters-in-law, Barb (Bob) Clark and Maryanne siblings Peter Gwinner, Roberta Gwinner, Julie Munro, Daniel Gwinner and
mining background, the entire family embraced farming as their new (Yvon) Leblanc; numerous nieces and nephews; and beloved furry families as well as her brothers-in-law Bryan, Terry, and Ken Baumback and
way of life. George and Florence grew their dry land farming operation friend, Tika, who was also known as a sister to Jen and Mike and as an families. Rosemary was predeceased by her parents Freda and Robert
substantially before irrigation moved into their area. Resisting the flood aunt to the grandchildren. Kathy was predeceased by her loving Gwinner and her sister Lillian Fisher. Rosemary was born and raised in
irrigation methods of the day, George, Joe, Herb and the Campbell husband, Brian Martin Romaniuk; parents, Reginald and Beverly Medicine Hat. She spent much of her early years attending the Salvation
brothers of Burdett introduced pivot irrigation into Western Canada in Masters; sister, Leslie Jacober; and mother-in-law, Eleanor Romaniuk. Army church and helping out with her parents’ catering and restaurant
the early 1960’s. George loved to acquire knowledge and was an avid She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and aunt and will be businesses, acquiring a tireless work-ethic and strong volunteer spirit from
reader. He had an amazing memory and was a true historian regarding dearly missed by all those who knew and loved her. A private time of her immigrant family. She graduated from Medicine Hat High School in
matters in the Bow Island area, as well as many other topics. George was 1974 and married Wayne, her high school sweetheart in 1976. They
remembrance will be held. Memorial gifts in Kathleen's memory may be
a critical thinker and a problem solver with the ability to look ‘outside of remained in Medicine Hat to raise their family. She worked for 24 years as an
made to APARC Medicine Hat, AB, 1002 S Railway St, Medicine Hat, AB
the box’. His sons would often seek his opinion on important farming elementary school secretary for Medicine Hat School District 76, with 18 of
T1A 2W2. Condolences may be sent through condolences@saamis.com those years at Ross Glen School. She retired in 2013, then in 2017 took the
matters right up to the end. His input was always well thought out and subject heading Kathleen Romaniuk. Funeral arrangements are big step of moving to Edmonton to be closer to her children and
valued. George contributed to public life in his community. In the entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & grandchildren after calling Medicine Hat home for 61 years, leaving behind
1950’s, he helped organize and build the Bow Island hockey arena and RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, so many of her dearest friends. This decision proved to be simultaneously
curling rink which are still in use today. A few decades later, he was Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com inquiry@ her greatest challenge and greatest fortune in life--she was diagnosed with
instrumental in upgrading the local golf course to grass greens and saamis.com Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. terminal brain cancer 4 months after the move and subsequently spent the
irrigated fairways. He served as president of the local Chamber of last 2 years of her life living to the fullest, loving and being loved beyond
Commerce as well as taking a run at the candidacy for the Federal description, all while facing the grueling challenges of her illness with grace
Conservative Party in the 1970’s. It was probably fortunate that he and positivity. Rosemary will be deeply missed and affectionately
narrowly lost, for the glacial pace in Ottawa would have frustrated his remembered by all who knew and loved her. Many thanks to the staff at the
“let’s get it done” attitude. In his retirement years, George amazed us by Misericordia Hospital ICU for the gracious and dignified care shown to our
producing some unusually large artistic ‘monuments’ that still stand entire family during Rosemary’s final days. A celebration of Rosemary’s life
today. He even built a time capsule commemorating the NWMP trek will be held from 11am-2pm on Saturday, January 18, 2020 at Medalta. In
west, with help from local school children, intended to be opened in lieu of flowers, we ask that you please consider a donation to Medalta or
2074. George enjoyed travelling in the latter half of his life, both with another charity or non-profit of your choosing.
Florence and on his own. They travelled to Russia and Europe together
for the ‘72 hockey series. They travelled extensively in North America
and he later toured South America and Australia on his own. George
and Florence spent 17 winters living in Arizona, which George credited
to better health for them both. In his final years, he spent time in the
Bow Island Lodge and Long Term Care where he was treated with
dignity and respect. A celebration of George’s life will be held in the
Burdett Community Hall, on Saturday, January 18, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. A
light luncheon will follow the ceremony. If friends so desire, memorial JUNIS WELLMAN
donations may be directed to either the Pleasant View Lodge c/o
Auxiliary Comfort Fund, P.O. Bag 6700, Bow Island, Alberta, T0K 0G0 or 1921 ~ 2020
the Bow Island & District Health Foundation c/o Long Term Care, Bow Junis (June) Wellman passed away peacefully at Medicine Hat on
Island Health Centre, P.O. Bag 3990, Bow Island, Alberta, T0K 0G0. Monday, January 13th, 2020 at the age of 98 years. She is lovingly
(Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at www. remembered by her daughters Carol Wellman, Kathy (Mark) Carry, and
cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is Wanda Spiteri and her three cherished grandchildren Savannah
Wellman, Nicole (Grant) Seefried, and Cory Spiteri. She was predeceased
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 -
13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 by her husband Ray and daughter Vicki. June was the youngest of nine
children born to Otto and Anna Hoffos in Assiniboia, Saskatchewan on
CANDACE GAIL HOBSON
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August 31st, 1921. She met her loving husband Ray at a dance in town July 15, 1974 - January 8, 2020
where he swept her off her feet and they were married five months later It is with deep sadness that we the family announce the sudden passing
on October 25th, 1946. From Assiniboia they moved to Blackie, Alberta, our beloved mother, daughter and sister Candace on January 8, 2020 at
then to Vulcan and finally settled in High River where they managed the Foothills Hospital in Calgary, Alberta at the age of 45 years old. Candace
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Highwood Golf and Country Club. June had a long career as a was predeceased by her grandmother Alvina ‘gramma gramma’ Ducharme,
hairdresser, always taking the opportunity to comment on someone’s grandfather Ralph ‘Bosheesh’ Tanner and auntie Annette Ducharme.
hairdo that caught her attention. She enjoyed all sports but excelled at Candace leaves behind her only son Mason Hobson, her mother Velma
golf and curling, and time was always made for dancing and playing Ducharme, father Garry Hobson Sr., along with siblings Dawn, Cory, Garry
Medicine Hat Office cards with family and friends. Family would like to thank the staff at Jr., Dale, Evelyn, Sandra, Sheldon, Ashley, Jessica, Gina, Charlene, Kayla, Milo
and Tyler. She also leaves behind numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews
3257 Dunmore Road SE , Medicine Hat, AB Sunnyside Care Centre for their care and kindness over the past several
and cousins. A service of remembrance will be held at the Elks Lodge (305 -
403.527.1101 years. No service will be held at June’s request. Memorial gifts in June's
3rd Street NW) on Saturday, January 18, 2020 at 2:00 pm. Family and
memory may be made to the charity of one's choice. Condolences may friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the Elks Lodge from
Project Co-ordinator be sent through www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. As an expression of sympathy donations may be
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