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Memory
IN LOVING
JANUARY 2022
2 Saturday, January 8, 2022 — THE MEDICINE HAT NEWS
BRIAN LATIMER
DEBORAH CARLIN 1943-2021 COLIN BUTTERFIELD
July 24, 1953 - November 28, 2021 Brian Lawrence Latimer of Medicine Hat, husband to Millie Latimer, 1948 ~ 2021
“Mother, if tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, passed away in Medicine Hat on Monday, November 29, 2021, at the Colin Arthur Butterfield passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional
I‘d walk right up to heaven and bring you home again” age of 78 years. He leaves behind his two children, Brad and Shannon; Hospital on Monday, November 29, 2021, at the age of 72 years. Colin’s
Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend left us on two fantastic grandkids, Talyn and Braden; three brothers, Wayne, memory will live on in the hearts of his three children: Michelle (Ryan)
Sunday, November 28, 2021, at the age of 68 years to continue her Garth and Dale as well as his sister, Faye Douglas. He was predeceased Robinson and their daughter, Kayla; Scott (Denise) Butterfield and
journey. Deborah “Debbie” Lee Nieman was born on July 24, 1953, in by his parents, Charles and Ruth Latimer. Brian was born on October their children, Clara and Rayne; Randy (Karla) Butterfield and their
30, 1943, in Oxbow Saskatchewan and married Millie on January 11, children, Brea and Brady and the mother of his children, Sheila (Don)
Medicine Hat, Alberta. Despite living in Calgary for more than 45
1969. He worked with many great people in the oil and gas industry McLennan. He will also be remembered by his siblings, Hazel (Terry)
years, Debbie considered Medicine Hat home. Debbie met her over the years and continued working at Eskimo, Dresser/ Titan
future husband, Brian Carlin while he was playing for the Medicine McMillan, Beverly Sample, Bob Butterfield, Don (Marion) Butterfield
services with his last 18 years being self-employed. He retired in 1997, and Valerie Butterfield as well as his second family at the Redi Group
Hat Tigers. They were happily married for 49 years. During that time, at the age of 54. Brian leaves behind some great friends and golfing
they welcomed two daughters, Tamara and Jillaine. Home, Gord, Maryanne, Perry, Linda and Nathan and the loving
buddies, who he thoroughly enjoyed driving nuts, griping his way
Debbie was an animal lover with tenderness for all creatures, caregivers throughout the years. Colin was predeceased by his
around a typical 77 at his second home, the Medicine Hat Golf and
parents, George and Mabel Butterfield. Colin grew up in MacGregor,
particularly dogs. She treasured her furry companions, most Country Club. There he made many life-long friends including the staff
who were like family to him. He was always a “family first” type of guy MB., and later moved to Thompson, MB., where he raised his three
recently her feisty pup, Dudley. Debbie was known to carry spare
but on the course, he enjoyed cleaning his son out, repeatedly, when children and worked at Inco. In 1986, Colin suffered a brain aneurysm
leashes in her purse in case a dog needed to be rescued. Chica was
they played. Brian truly loved taking care of everyone and saying he that would forever change his life. He moved to the 12th Street Group
one such four legged friend who was saved from the streets of Home in Medicine Hat where he remained for more than 30 years. His
Mexico and brought home to a better life. thought the world of his daughter, Shannon, would be an
understatement, their bond was something to envy. Having grandkids favourite pastimes included playing crib, watching movies and going
Debbie will be remembered by many as a loyal friend with a huge to Tiger games, but he especially loved watching his grandchildren
gave a new purpose to his retirement; between their swimming
heart. She touched so many with her kindness, compassion, lessons, bike riding, ice skating, snow skiing, rodeos and taking them play their sports. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so
generosity and support. Beautiful and radiant, Debbie was on memorable trips to Phoenix and Vegas; he experienced some of starting one hour prior to Colin’s Celebration of Life which will be held
described by many as classy, sophisticated and was always put the best moments he ever had. Brian and Millie had piles of at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat
together. She was a fantastic cook and entertainer, being a guest in adventures in the desert as well, going from course to course. They on Saturday, December 4, 2021, at 3:00 p.m. Due to the current COVID-
her home was always a treat…she thought of every detail. enjoyed the golf, the time with their friends and those hard-fought 19 restrictions in place, the service honouring Colin’s life will be by
Above all, Debbie loved her family. She was very proud of her grudge matches they played against one another for “pride.” He often invitation only. The chapel service will be live streamed and anyone
grandchildren. They brought her tremendous joy. Debbie was their called Millie a saint for not only keeping many of these outcomes wishing to experience Colin’s service should visit www.cooksouthland.
biggest fan and adored attending school concerts, dance recitals quiet, but for her ability to go with his spontaneity that he so liked to com and select the View Broadcast Button on the homepage at service
and hockey games. She always held dear witnessing the births of follow; his respect and love for Millie never wavered. He was truly old time. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at www.
school, fiercely loyal and unwavering in his ability to call it like he saw cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland
her five grandchildren, waiting to welcome them to the world.
it. Brian dearly missed his friends that left us too soon and always Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 - 13th Street
Remembered for her joyful laugh and love of travel, especially reminisced about their old times much like we will do with ‘Pops.’ Not
sunsets from her balcony in Puerto Vallarta while enjoying a S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 www.
enough can be said for the great care and compassion the entire
margarita with her toes in the sand. Some of her fondest memories cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed"
family received from the Palliative Care nurses and our friends at Cook
were the summertime boat cruises and dance parties, full of Southland Funeral Chapel. If you feel inclined, donations can be made
children’s antics and laughter. Debbie also held dear the cherished to anything of your choice, hug your family and guys, check your
memories made over the years with her close friends “The Flamingo prostate. We will be having a casual celebration of Brian’s life at the
Sisters”. Medicine Hat Golf and Country Club, 947 Pigeon Street N.E., Medicine
Debbie faced her sudden diagnosis with tremendous courage and Hat on Saturday, December 4, 2021, beginning at 2:00 p.m.
grace, rarely complaining and always making sure those she loved (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at www.
knew it. Debbie leaves behind her loving husband, Brian Carlin; cooksouthland.com). Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901
daughters, Tamara (Brad) Isbister and Jillaine Carlin (Jason
- 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455
McFarlane); grandchildren, Carlin and Jorja Dezainde; Caden, Logan
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and Wyatt Isbister; Taylore and Shelby McFarlane; dear friend and
brother, David Nieman and nephew, Stacy (Nadine) Jussila as well as
numerous nieces and nephews. Debbie is reunited with her parents,
Marjorie and Elmer Nieman and brothers, Larry and Allan “Bob”
Nieman.
Debbie chose her final resting place to be Medicine Hat where a
private family funeral service will be held on Sunday, December 5, STANLEY SCHORR
2021, at 1:00 p.m. Those wishing to join the family virtually and 1945 - 2021
experience the Chapel Service are invited to watch via live-stream Stanley Bob Schorr passed away on Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at
and may do so by visiting our website at www.cooksouthland.com the age of 75 years, beloved husband of Mavis Schorr of Medicine
and selecting the View Broadcast button on the homepage at Hat. He also leaves to cherish his memory three children, Dana
service time. A Celebration of Life will be held in Calgary at a later (Bruce) Timko of Surrey, B.C. and their children, Mackenzie Timko
date. Those wishing to be informed, are asked to email: remember (Austin Jonker) and Ethan Timko; Lori Schall of Medicine Hat and her
ingdebbiecarlin@gmail.com. We gratefully thank all of our family children, Erich Schall, Alyssa Schall (Zach Bourne) and Gavin Schall
and friends who assisted and supported Debbie during her brief but and their father, Scott Schall; Lisa (Shane) Zeidell of Medicine Hat
difficult battle.
The family expresses their deepest gratitude to Dr. Omair Siddiqui, LORINE “RENE” and their children, Connor Zeidell and Keaton Zeidell; his brother,
Brian (Kelly) Schorr and sister, Sharon (Clive) Keeler; two sisters-in-
Dr. Jason Tay, Dr. Samuel Schorr and nurse, Helen for their care and
compassion. We would also like to thank the staff at Foothills CHACALIAS law, Marlene (Les) Ziegler and Brenda Osadchy as well as numerous
nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Michael
Country Hospice for their amazing care during Debbie’s final days. If 1940 – 2021 and Rachel Schorr; his brother-in-law, Vern Loney and sister-in-law,
friends so desire, memorial donations in Debbie’s name may be Lorine Chacalias passed away on Monday, November 29th, 2021, at the Arlene Schorr. Stan was raised and worked with his dad on the
made to the Medicine Hat SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine age of 81 years. family farm near Elkwater. He met and married Mavis McKnight on
Hat, AB., T1A 8E8. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our She leaves to cherish her memory her sons, Bradley (Shirley) and June 17, 1967. They continued farming until 1975, when they
website at www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family Gregory; grandchildren, Nicole (Mark) Ottenhof, Alison (Ray) Lewis- moved to Medicine Hat. Stan worked for the City of Medicine Hat in
is Chacalias, Booker Chacalias, Colton Chacalias, Hunter Chacalias and Laina many departments with Municipal Works being his longest term. He
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, Chacalias; great grandchild, Fynn Ottenof; niece, Ardis Tingley. retired from the city in 2007. Stan enjoyed spending time with his
901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403- Lorine was predeceased by her parents; first husband, William “Bill” kids and grandkids and giving them advice whether they wanted it
527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" Chacalias; second husband, Stan Mattice; four brothers; one sister. or not. He also enjoyed having coffee with his pals, camping, fishing,
Lorine enjoyed being a farm wife, a member of the Legion and a member bowling, curling and golfing occasionally, but most of all he loved to
Memories
of Red Hat Bastoretees. chat with anyone on the phone. There will be a private family
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Those wishing to pay service held at a later date. Those who wish to remember Stanley
their respects may do so at Grace Memorial 1924 10th Ave NW on Friday, with a donation, may do so to a local animal shelter of your choice.
December 3rd from 2:00pm – 4:00pm. Condolences may be made at To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@
www.gracememorial.com. Arrangements are made by pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Stanley Schorr, or you
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Medicine Hat, Alberta T1C 1T5
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In Loving Memory
Saturday, January 8, 2022 — THE MEDICINE HAT NEWS 3
BEN LOCKERT ALVIN CORNELIUS ELIZABETH McKINLEY
June 23, 1929 ~ November 29, 2021
It is with profound sadness that the family of Benedict “Ben” Rudolf
WIRCH October 28, 1926 ~ November 29, 2021
Beth McKinley of Medicine Hat passed away on Wednesday, November
Lockert, beloved husband of the late Sheilagh Lockert, announce February 1, 1941 – November 29, 2021 29, 2021, at the age of 95 years. She leaves behind: daughters, Carol,
his peaceful passing at St. Joseph’s Home - Carmel Hospice, in I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, Kathy (Pierre Beaudreau) and Barbara (Vincent Lee); grandchildren, Dan
Medicine Hat, on Monday, November 29, 2021, at the age of 92 I have kept the faith. Beaudreau and Philip Beaudreau; sister, Emma (Mel Friedrick) as well as
years, our beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and 2 Timothy 4:7 numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband,
friend. Left to cherish and honour Ben’s memory are his two sons,
Pat (Tanis), Greg (Wendy); daughter, Shannon (Steve ) English; six Alvin was born February 1, 1941, in the Cottage Hospital in Empress, Baxter; parents, Charles and Anna Orosz; brothers, John and Charles
grandsons, Spencer (Alexa), Jamin (Alison), Cody (Breanna), Josh AB to Ben and Hanna Wirch. He passed away peacefully at the age and sisters, Ann (Hank Schoorl) and Helen (Peter Schamber). Beth was
(Tori), Sean (Melissa), and Jason; one great-grandson, Liam; sisters- of 80 in Medicine Hat, AB after a battle with cancer. born in Milk River, the eldest child of Hungarian immigrants. The family
in-law, Virginia Lockert, Gayle Olson and Loretta (Hugh) Hermary as Alvin attended school in Empress and could speak only German struggled and she worked hard hauling water from the well and
well as numerous nieces and nephews. Ben was predeceased by his when he first started school. After school, while working as a looking after her brothers and sisters. She left home at 16 and worked
parents Jacob and Eleanora; his loving wife of 52 years, Sheilagh; an surveyor in Northern Alberta, Alvin met Ethel Cook in 1963. They at many jobs before deciding to become a teacher. Her first posting
infant son, Sean; daughter-in-law, Suzanne; one sister and four were married on October 23, 1965 and made their home in was to a one room school in Wisdom where neighbours soon
brothers. Ben was born on June 23, 1929, at the home farm in
Vibank, SK. He attended St. Franciscus and the Elsas High School in Edmonton. Alvin apprenticed as a welder and received the highest introduced her to an eligible bachelor. Within a year, she and Baxter
Vibank where he graduated from grade 12. In 1950 and 1951, he marks in Alberta for his program. He worked for 10 years for CESSCO were married. They settled on the McKinley ranch where they raised
attended Teacher’s College in Moose Jaw. Upon graduation, Ben under the Boilermakers Branch and obtained many different tickets their three daughters. In 1984, they retired to Medicine Hat and began
taught at Grassington and Manybones schools and then Rockglen a long and happy retirement. They traveled, took up bowling and
for different welding techniques.
Elementary where he was very active with the Kinsmen Club and doted on the neighbourhood children between visits with their own
In 1975, Alvin and Ethel moved to Empress and bought the Wirch
the hardball league in the area. In 1956, Ben moved to Moose Jaw grandsons. She was active in her church. Beth loved flowers and all
family farm, which he farmed until retirement in 2004. Justin and
where he worked at Investors Syndicate and Mannings Biscuits plants flourished under her care. She will be remembered for her
Jenelle joined the family in 1976 and 1978. kindness, independent nature and saskatoon pies. Due to the current
“Dad’s cookies”. This is where he met his future bride, Sheilagh
McGrath. Ben moved to Regina and worked with Delta Finance Alvin loved farming and was an exceptionally hard worker. He COVID-19 restrictions in place, the service honouring Beth’s life will be
Company. He rejoined the teaching profession and taught at especially loved farming with Justin; teaching him about farming by invitation only. A Celebration of Beth’s Life will be held at Cook
Ursaline High School. Ben and Sheilagh were married on April 3, and how to drive the machinery. In 1991, Alvin’s heart was broken at Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on
1961, at Holy Rosary Cathedral in Regina. He continued to teach at the loss of Justin and farming was never the same for him. Tuesday, December 7, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Murray Jaster
Ursaline until 1963 when he moved to Medicine Hat where he Alvin spent some time long-haul truck driving and saw lots of the officiating. The chapel service will be live streamed and anyone wishing
taught at St. Mary’s Jr. High until his retirement in 1990. During hisSouthwestern United States. In 2015, Alvin and Ethel celebrated
teaching career he coached numerous teams in a variety of sports. to experience the service should visit www.cooksouthland.com and
After teaching Ben enjoyed his retirement playing slow pitch for the their 50th wedding anniversary with a trip to Australia and New select the View Broadcast Button on the homepage at service time
Senior Provincial team, golfing, travelling, playing pool, and was an Zealand. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting www.cooksouthland.com).
avid fan of the Saskatchewan Roughriders, the Medicine Hat Tigers After retirement in Medicine Hat, Alvin kept busy with his work at Honoured to serve the family is
and the Blue Jays. Above all else, Ben was a family man and a huge Paradise Valley Golf Course and was the “go-to fix-it guy” for over 10 Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901
supporter of his grandsons and all their activities. The family wishesyears. He was a Level 2 Icemaker and worked at the Medicine Hat - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455
to send a special thank you to the staff at the Medicine Hat Regional Curling Club. He also volunteered with Hope Street Church for over www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed"
Hospital, 5 West and St. Joseph’s Home - Carmel Hospice for their 10 years, helping to provide meals for the less fortunate.
compassion and care extended to Ben. Those wishing to pay their
respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Alvin had many passions and pursued each one with singular focus.
Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, December 3, 2021, from 7:00 Over the years he learned and excelled at baseball, hockey, skiing,
p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family curling, golf, archery, sketching/drawing, photography, and
Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat, on Saturday, dancing. He also taught himself to play the guitar, fly kites, and
December 4, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. Those wishing to join the family cook.
virtually and experience the Funeral Mass are invited to watch via Alvin was well known for his creativity, stories, mischief and jokes.
live-stream by connecting to Youtube and search: Medicine Hat
Many of his nieces and nephews have stories about things Uncle
Holy Family Church and click on the video link. Interment will follow
at Hillside Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial donations in Alvin said or did to tease them and make them laugh.
Ben’s name may be made directly to the Heart and Stroke Alvin is survived by his wife of 56 years, Ethel; his daughter, Jenelle
Foundation of Alberta, 119 - 14 Street N.W., Calgary, AB., T2N 1Z6 or (Patrick) Tutty; and his grandson, Alex Tutty. He will also be missed
to St. Joseph’s Home-Carmel Hospice, 156 - 3 Street N.E., Medicine by his sister, Darline Colbe; and his extended family of brothers and
Hat, AB., T1A 5M1. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our sisters-in-law, cousins, nieces, and nephews. He was predeceased by
website at www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family his son Justin; his parents; and his brother, Bill Wirch.
is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility,
901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403- The family would like to thank the staff at the Margery E. Yuill Cancer
527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" Centre and St. Joseph’s Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat for their FELIX LUTZ
compassion and care. A special thanks to great-nephews, Kurtis and
William Hoff, who spent so much time with us this last week while
1929 ~ 2021
Felix was born on the family farm near Liebenthal, SK 92 years ago. Dad
Alvin was in hospice.
grew up and lived on that same farm for 68 years. He was a humble,
A celebration of Alvin’s life will be held in 2022, more details to hard working man who at the age of 23, met and married Maria. They
follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: were blessed with “his girls” and he taught us all how to take care of
St. Joseph’s Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat, AB c/o Covenant ourselves and be independent women. It couldn’t have been easy
Foundation being the only male in a houseful of females but, he managed in his
Room 3C60, 11111 Jasper Avenue Edmonton, AB T5K 0L4 quiet unobtrusive way. Dad was known for his many skills but welding
Phone: 780.342.8126 was his forte. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and loved his dogs. He was
foundation@CovenantHealth.ca the epitome of quiet strength a man of few words, he always listened.
Never judged and was always first to lend a helping hand . His words of
Website: www.covenantfoundation.ca wisdom will be greatly missed. We will all do our best to continue your
Condolences may be made at www.gracememorial.com.
ROBERT EDWARD PRICE Arrangements are made by
legacy of love and respect papa, grampa, dad and dear husband. Until
we meet again. Felix Frank Lutz of Medicine Hat, slipped away quietly
Grace Memorial Affordable Burial & Cremation and peacefully, the same way he lived, on Thursday, December 2nd,
'BOBBY" 1924 10th Ave N.W. 2021. Felix leaves to cherish his memory his wife Maria; daughters,
Suddenly, unexpectedly and far too soon at the age of 61, Bobby Medicine Hat, Alberta T1C 1T5 Peggy Helfrich, JoAnn (Bill) Blott and Debra Lutz; grandchildren, Avery
passed on November 17, 2021 in Ottawa, Ontario. (Logan) Grant, Bennett Helfrich, Coye (Jaelyn) Helfrich, Josh Blott, Jory
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Cherished father to Danielle (Klint) Amey-Sheppard of South Bruce 403-905-0440 (Becky) Blott; great grandchildren, Storey, Emree, Lyric, Cohen,
Peninsula, and Tanner Price. Beloved grandfather to Ava Sheppard Annorah, Mila, Haelyn, Brooklyn and Jack; sisters, Gertie Mass, Marlene
whom he adored. Lutz; sisters-in-Law, Katherine Besplug and Kay Hauck, as well as
Survived by his brother Chris (Brenda) Price of Medicine Hat, Alberta
and sister Kim (Tim) Higgins of Bath, Ontario.
Predeceased by his parents James Price and Mary Woods.
Your life was a blessing, numerous nieces and nephews. Felix was predeceased by his parents,
Alexander and Margaret Lutz; brother, Andrew. The private graveside
service will be held at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery 5160, Gershaw
Uncle to Angela (Tony) Andres, Nicole Price, Melissa (Nik) Roberts,
Michelle (Steve) Kavaner. your memory a treasure, Drive SW, MEDICINE HAT, AB, on Wednesday, December 8th, 2021 with
Father Iqbal Khurshid officiating. Memorial gifts in Felix's memory may
be made to the Carmel Hospice at St. Joseph’s Home, 156 – 3rd Street
You are loved beyond words,
Great uncle to 5 special boys Mason, Jaxson, , Aiden, Colton and NE, Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 5M1. Condolences may be sent through
Samuel. www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Felix
He leaves behind many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Lutz. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL
and missed beyond measure.
In keeping with Bobby's wishes cremation has taken place and a FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel
celebration of life will be held at a later date due to COVID. in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-
In lieu of flowers/donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke 2599 www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis.com Locally owned and
Foundation in Bobby's memory. directed CGR Holdings Ltd.
In Loving Memory
4 Saturday, January 8, 2022 — THE MEDICINE HAT NEWS
CHARLES GORING CARRIE SCHNEIDER
June 19, 1934 ~ December 3, 2021 JOHN ROYLE
1967~ 2021 Carrie Schneider passed away peacefully with her family by her side December 8, 1938 ~ December 8, 2021
It is with heavy hearts the Goring family announces the sudden on Friday, December 3, 2021. She leaves to cherish her memory her John David Royle was born in Sale Cheshire, England and passed
passing of Charles “Chucky” Ashley Goring, on November 20, 2021, loving daughter, Marie and son-in-law, Paul Cameron, along with away after a lengthy battle with cancer at St. Joseph’s Home -
at the age of 54 years. He will forever be cherished by his children, her extended family, as well as many good friends. The family would Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on December 8, 2021, at the age of
Jessica Goring (Jesse Boyle) and Tanner Goring (Ysatrice Plante); like to thank Dr. Monti Van Der Westhuizen and all the staff and care 83 years.The family moved to Prestatyn, North Wales in 1949, and on
grandchildren, Lily Boyle, Vaelan Goring, and Rune Goring; siblings, workers at the Wellington for all the wonderful care she received. completion of schooling in 1954, enlisted into the Royle Air Force,
Clifford Goring (Joanne), Billy Goring, Barb Holmes, and Letita Cook; There will be a private graveside service held at Redcliff Cemetery. boy entrant scheme. He was medically discharged after only four
as well as all of his nieces and nephews. Charles was predeceased by Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject months of a 12 year service and on returning home, commenced an
his parents, Mary Goring and Clifford Goring; as well as his brother, heading Carrie Schneider. Funeral arrangements by SAAMIS
apprenticeship in the printing trade. In 1956, the family moved
Trevor Goring. A small private service will be held on December 9, MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE,
again, this time to Ilford, in East London. John soon met his wife to
2021. Family and friends are welcome to participate via livestream "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A
be, Maureen of Kingtson upon Thames in 1957. They were married
by logging on to www.saamis.com and joining the live webcast on 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis.com Locally
in 1959 and moved around England following work. The family now
Charles memorial page on December 9, 2021 at 12:50 pm. A virtual owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.
with five children, Susan, Michael, Sally, Maria and David, emigrated
guest book is available on the livestream page for those
to Canada in 1967, settling in Galt, Ontario. Subsequently, they then
participating remotely. Condolences may be sent to condolences@
moved to BC in 1968, settling in the Vancouver area. The family
saamis.com subject heading Charles Goring. Funeral arrangements
travelled out from Ontario on a CN family travel ticket for only $149.
by SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM &
John decided to leave the printing trade in 1980 and became a
RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE,
transit operator in Vancouver. He just happened to be the first hired
Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com inquiry@
employee of the new Metro Transit company, later BC Transit. John
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and Maureen loved to travel and visited many areas of the world.
Retirement in 2001, took John and Maureen to Osoyoos, BC and in
2016, came the final big move, this time to settle in the Hat. They
also loved to snowbird, and for some years owned a property in
Yucca Valley, California. It was there that they found a 1957 London
taxi for sale and many years were spent on restoring this classic car.
For a while, they also owned a preserved special bus in England
with trips over to the UK to rally the vehicle that were very much
VALINDA WOLFRAM enjoyed. John is survived by his beloved wife of sixty-two years,
Maureen; five children; eleven grandchildren and eleven great-
1950 ~ 2021 grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, Arthur and Edna
Valinda Gay Wolfram passed away on Monday, November 29, 2021 Royle and his younger brother, Gordon Royle. The family would like
at the age of 71 years, beloved partner of David Crawford of to thank Dr. C. Aniagu, Father Francis Tran and all of the medical staff
Medicine Hat. She also leaves to cherish her memory David’s son, at St. Joseph’s Hospice for their kindness. Due to covid restrictions,
Joshua (Lisa) Crawford; her brother, John (Sherry) Finley; her sister, both Vigil Prayers and the Funeral Mass will be by invitation only.
Mid (Harold) and brother-in-law, Ken Rimmer. She was predeceased Vigil Prayers will be recited at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 -
DAVID HAUSAUER by her parents; her husband, Ted and sister, Marlene Rimmer. A 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Monday, December 13, 2021, at 7:00
1940 ~ 2021 private family service will be held at the PATTISON CHAPEL. To p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish, 1451
David Reinhold Hausauer, beloved husband of Janet, passed away e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@ Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat, on Tuesday, December 14, 2021,
pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Valinda Wolfram, or you at 11:00 a.m. with Father Francis Tran celebrant. Those wishing to
from cancer on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at the age of 81 years.
may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of join the family virtually and experience the Funeral Mass are invited
Left to cherish his memory are his daughter Elizabeth (Leonard)
condolence. to watch via live-stream by connecting to YouTube and searching:
Noble; son Corrie (Dillon) Hausauer; stepson Rob (Shawna) Stewart;
Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND Medicine Hat Holy Family Church and selecting the video link.
stepdaughter Kat (Dallas) Hicks; grandchildren Travis (Leanne)
CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. (Condolences may be
Noble; Owen Hausauer and Kallee Hausauer; step-grandchildren
Brianna Stewart; Ian (Kayli) Stewart; Dalen Hicks and Lyrrah Hicks expressed by visiting www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial
and one great grandson Coh Noble. Dave is also survived by his donations in John’s name may be made directly to the Canadian
brothers Harvey (Winn) Hausauer; Victor (Sharon) Hausauer; sister Cancer Society, 200 - 325 Manning Road N.E, Calgary, AB, T2E 2P5.
Arlene (Scotty) McLachlan; sister-in-law Barb Hausauer; Janet’s Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel
siblings Susan (Joe) Robertson, Gerald (Marie Louise) Kat, Marianne Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine
(Hugh) Pittman and numerous nieces and nephews. Dave was Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com
predeceased by his parents Reinhold and Emma; his first wife "Locally owned & directed"
Marjorie Lentz, mother of Elizabeth and Corrie; his brothers, Cecil
and Richard; mother-in-law Norma Kat and brother-in-law John Kat.
Dave farmed in the Clearwater area for over 45 years where he
served on several rural and agriculture boards. He was a member of
the Clearwater Community Hall and was a founding member of the
Irvine and District Lions Club. Dave enjoyed curling, fishing, golfing,
bowling and camping. After his move to Medicine Hat he also
enjoyed his time as a volunteer driver for Meals on Wheels. Due to
the current health restrictions the private funeral service, by BRIELLE WIST
invitation only, will be held on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at 1:00 Brielle Rachel Wist, precious daughter of Rachelle and Jake and little
p.m. with Rev. Lynn McKinnon officiating. A memory in pictures will sister to Keaton and Daxton, was born into the arms of angels on
be shown starting at 12:40 p.m. Live streaming beginning at 12:40 December 4, 2021, at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. Born at 21
p.m. will be available for family and friends who are unable to weeks, she was 10.2 inches long and weighed 11 oz. We love and
attend. Search for the Pattison Funeral Home YouTube page. miss you so much baby girl! Our little girl will never be forgotten.
Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery, open for family and (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at www.
friends to attend. Family and friends are invited to join a luncheon in cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is Cook
Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 -
GEORGE UNGER
the Fireside Room at the Cypress Centre starting at 2:45 p.m. in
13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 1930 ~ 2021
accordance with restrictions set out in the Alberta Restriction
www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" Mr. George Unger, beloved husband of Shirley, passed away at the
Exemption Program (QR code proof of vaccination, negative test Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Friday, December 3, 2021, at the
results or medical exemption for those 12 and over). If friends so age of 91 years. To read more about George’s family and history,
desire, memorial tributes in Dave's name may be made to a charity please visit our website. A Celebration of George’s life will be held at
of one's choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it a later date. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting www.
to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: David cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is
Hausauer, or you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility,
901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-
leave a message of condolence.
527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed"
Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND
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Saturday, January 8, 2022 — THE MEDICINE HAT NEWS 5
LAURA ANN MARGOT MARY ROTH JOHN MUIRHEAD
1923 - 2021 1932~ 2021
HOBBS (nee BRUCE) Mary Anna Roth of Medicine Hat, passed away on Thursday, December John Charles Muirhead of Cypress Country, beloved husband and dear
February 22, 1930 ~ December 7, 2021 2, 2021 at the age of 97 years, beloved wife of the late Jack Roth. She friend of Fern for 67 years, passed away on Saturday, December 4th,
The family of Laura Hobbs is saddened to announce her passing in leaves to cherish her memory three children, Don (Ruth), Carol Kolody, 2021 at the age of 88 years. Father of Deb (Bryan) Kolb of Fernie, BC;
Medicine Hat on December 7, 2021, at the age of 91 years. Left to Linda (David) Hyland; her grandchildren Angela Kolody (Blake proud grandfather of Seana, Graeme Lees (Ashley), Kostie, Pamela,
cherish her memory is her sister, Jacqueline Stiff of Medicine Hat; Pedersen) and Tanya (Michael) Sharpe and their children Tyler,
Matthew, Ryan and Evan. She was predeceased by her husband Jack in Andrew and Matthew Muirhead; great grandchildren, Khloe and Felix
sister-in-law, June Stewart of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia as well as of New Westminister, BC, Jackson and Lincoln of Calgary, AB; sister,
numerous nieces, nephews and friends, all of whom she cherished. 2000, one son-in-law Walter Kolody and numerous brothers and
sisters. A private family funeral service will be held on Wednesday, Delores Dechka of Brandon,MB and her family . John was predeceased
Laura was predeceased by her husband, Earle K. Hobbs of Medicine by his wife, Fern; sons, Murray John and Eric Andrew. John was born
Hat; parents, Jane Taigue Bruce and John James Bruce both of December 8, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. with Father Iqbal Khurshid officiating
and Life Celebrant David Townsend. For family and friends who are on December 31, 1932 in Brandon, MB, the only son of Andrew and
Medicine Hat; brother, John Thomas Bruce of Portage La Prairie,
Manitoba; sister, Mary Szalai of Chemainus, British Columbia as well as unable to attend you are invited to watch the service by searching for Dora (Brandt) Muirhead of Douglas, MN. He attended schools in the
her in-laws, Elsie and Howard Hobbs of Charlottetown, PEI. Laura was the Pattison Funeral Home Youtube page. The video will go live 10 Douglas area before going on to obtain a BSC from the University of
born on February 22, 1930, in Medicine Hat where she grew up and minutes prior to service time and will remain on the youtube page for Manitoba by the age of 19, achieving a mark of 100 in chemistry in the
received her education through to grade 12. She was very proud to future viewing. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. Those final year earning the U of M’s Chemistry medal. John and Fern were
say she began working during summer holidays at the age of 13. She who wish to remember Mary with a donation, may do so to the Holy married following graduation in 1952. From university, he worked in
worked in Cawston, B.C. in the cannery, picking onion seeds and fruit. Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1B 4V3 the oil exploration field in several points in Alberta before heading to
This was the beginning of many varied and various jobs including or to the charity of your choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy,
Ottawa to a career with the Defence Research Board at Shirley Bay.
Medicine Hat General Hospital, Dairy Bar, Bucks News Stand, T. Eaton please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: During the 5 years spent in Ottawa, Deb and Murray were born. With
Co., BC Telephone in Burnaby, BC., United Cigar store in Hamilton, Mary Roth, or you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave
a message of condolence. Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON deep roots in Western Canada and a desire to return to the west, a
Ont. and was a Photo Technician with RCAF. She met and married
FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, transfer to Suffield and Ralston was made in 1957. During the 6 years
Earle K. Hobbs in 1955, and together they had several postings
including Ottawa, Borden, Ontario; Metz, France; Comox, BC; Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 in Ralston, son Eric was born and in 1963 the family moved to Crescent
Greenwood, Nova Scotia and finally retiring to Victoria, B.C. In 1979, Heights, residing on 13th Street NE until 1982 when John and Fern
they returned to Medicine Hat where she was employed with the moved to a country residence south of Dunmore. John retired in 1988
Veiner Center, Redcliff Bus Lines and finally City Transit. She retired after 35 years with DRB and DRES. John enjoyed the outdoors and
from the City in 1995. Laura was active in many organizations over hiking, curled for many years both in Ralston and Medicine Hat, read
the years including Ladies Service to the Brotherhood of Locomotive extensively, enjoyed crossword puzzles (the more challenging the
Firemen and Engineers, Order of Eastern Star and past Matrons, White better!), and with the arrival of computers, compiled a large and
Cross (Mental Health Nova Scotia), Church Choirs and Altar Guild, detailed Muirhead family history. He and Fern made several trips to
PEO, Canadian Legion Branch 17 and Ex Service Women. Laura Northern Ireland to explore John’s Irish roots. He enjoyed time spent
enjoyed traveling, reading, crocheting, bowling, swimming and loved
with family and especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren grow
to volunteer in the community wherever she was needed. She was
also a long time member of the Saint Barnabas Church. to adulthood. A gentle, compassionate man with a quiet sense of
‘Where there is faith, there is love, humor who will be greatly missed. A memorial service will be held at a
Where there is love, there is peace, later date. Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to
Where there is peace, there is God.’ condolences@saamis.com subject heading John Muirhead. Funeral
"I HAVE WALKED THROUGH THE DAY AND THROUGH THE NIGHTS, arrangements are entrusted to
IN SUNSHINE AND IN STORM, AND ALWAYS…ALWAYS, SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION
THERE IS THE WONDROUS BEAUTY OF GOD"
A note from her great niece, Tracy:
GORDON HODGSON CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat,
AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis.com
As I've spent the past few years helping auntie Laura, I was able to 1931 ~ 2021
Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.
really get to know her better. She was a very strong and independent Gordon Gerald Hodgson of Bow Island passed away on Thursday, December
woman. Still flying across the country by herself, to airforce reunions 9, 2021 at the age of 90 years, beloved husband of the late Michaline “Lee”
at the age of 89. Over the past year, giving up her independence was Hodgson. He leaves to cherish his memory one brother, Norman (Susan)
very hard on her and she was not afraid to let me know how Hodgson of Blind Bay, British Columbia; one sister, Gail (Lee Gibson) Lane-
frustrated she was. Auntie had a life well lived and full of adventure, Gibson of Bow Island; and one sister-in-law, Anne Hodgson of Bow Island;
and I am so thankful to have spent these last few years getting to and one aunt, Ruth Haddow of Lethbridge; nine nieces and nephews,
know her better. In honour of Laura, call a relative or friend who may Roxanne Thacker (Rodger Herring), Wayne Hodgson, Geraldine (Greg) Rye,
be alone, pop in on someone with a coffee, or just do something nice Robert (Stacey) Gilbert, Nathan (Jennifer) Hodgson, Aaron Hodgson (Tracee
to make someone elses day better. Above all, just be kind. Thank you Brees), Clayton (Kimberly) Hodgson, Brenna (Evan) Douglas, Chantel
so much to friends and family who reached out to auntie and I this (Everett) Timmons, and their families. He was predeceased by his wife Lee
past year. And special thank you to Dr. Jonker and the wonderful staff Hodgson in 2002; his parents, Gladys and Jerold Hodgson; one brother,
at the Good Samaritan’s for helping Laura live out her days with Clifford (Giselle) Hodgson and two sisters, Betty Jo Gilbert (Martin Parent)
dignity and respect. Rest easy auntie, you will never be forgotten. and Maxine Hodgson in infancy. Prior to Lee’s passing, the two of them
Cremation has taken place and as per her wishes there will not be a travelled extensively. Gordon returned to Bow Island in November of 2018,
funeral service. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting www. after living in Edmonton for many years. A private family graveside service
cooksouthland.com). Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland will take place in the Bow Island Cemetery. Memorial donations in Gordon's
Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 - 13th Street name may be made to the Bow Island Health Centre or an SPCA of choice.
S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 www. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@
cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed"
pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Gordon Hodgson, or you may
visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence.
DOUGLAS PETERSON
Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND 1954 ~ 2021
CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 Douglas Howard Peterson of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday,
November 21st, 2021 at the age of 67 years. Doug leaves to cherish
his memory his daughters, Jennifer (Austin) Tondevold, Sarah
(Travis) Bramble, Lori Jo (Gary) Schmidt; grandchildren, Rebekah
Tondevold, Emily Tondevold, Tyler Tondevold, Ethan Tondevold,
Dylan Tondevold, Samuel Tondevold, Joseph Schmidt, Mason
Schmidt, Brianna Bramble; brothers, Jack (Marci) Peterson and Ron
(Sherry) Peterson; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Doug
WE HAVE was predeceased by his wife, Linda Peterson; parents, Howard and
Eva Peterson. The private Funeral Service will be held at The Church
CUBII’S! of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 1865 Division Avenue NE,
Medicine Hat, AB T1C 1W4, on Tuesday, December 14th, 2021 with
Bishop Ralph Daniels officiating. Family and friends are welcome to
AARON STONEHOUSE participate via livestream by logging on to www.saamis.com and
joining the live webcast on Doug’s memorial page at the above date
Aaron Jon Stonehouse died Saturday, December 11th, 2021 in at 9:50 am. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page
Lethbridge from a cardiac incident. Left to grieve are his parents Pat for those participating remotely. Interment will follow at Stirling
and Jack and his brother Andy. For those who knew Aaron, you will Memorial Cemetery. Condolences may be sent through www.
remember him as a kind gentle soul. He was loved dearly and will saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Doug
be missed. Thank you to all the people who helped Aaron along in Peterson. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to
his life journey. A family gathering to celebrate Aaron's life will be SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION
held next summer. Rest In Peace, Aaron #2 - 46 CARRY DRIVE SE CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine
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6 Saturday, January 8, 2022 — THE MEDICINE HAT NEWS
JESSIE 'HELEN' ESTHER TISNIC MAC McKEE
1931 ~ 2021 November 5, 1936 ~ December 8, 2021
ISAAC It is with heavy hearts that the family of Herbert Alden ‘Mac’ McKee,
Esther Tisnic of Medicine Hat, AB, beloved wife of the late Leonard Tisnic,
April 22, 1942 ~ December 4, 2021 entered the presence of the Lord on December 14, 2021 at the age of 90 beloved husband of Bev, announce his peaceful passing at the
It is with a heavy heart that the family of Jessie ‘Helen’ Isaac years. She will be sadly missed by her children, Alvin (Sherry) Tisnic, Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Wednesday, December 8, 2021, at
announce her passing on Saturday, December 4, 2021, at the age of Wanda (Brian) Dineen and Keith (Roberta) Tisnic; six grandchildren; the age of 85 years. Along with Bev, his loving wife of 61 years, Mac
79 years. She is survived by her beloved partner, Bill Torok; children, eight great- grandchildren; five great-great grandchildren; brother, leaves to cherish his memory: daughter, Kelly (Murray) Schlenker;
Angela Isaac (Shawn) and Lori Isaac (David); grandchildren, Ayda, Leonard Lentz; sisters, Violet (Joe) Stenger and Marlene (Wayne) Morton; nieces, Nonie (Gary) Hepburn and Diane (Bruce) Young; nephew, Andy
sister-in-law, Hannelore Lentz; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. (Laura) McKee; numerous great-nieces and great-nephews as well as
Isabella, Kai and Cameron; sisters, Kathleen Cassata and Wilma Reid As well as her husband, Leonard, Esther is also predeceased by her
(Philip); nieces, Suzanne, Amy and Janine as well as her nephew, parents, Fred and Martha Lentz; brother, James Lentz; and her first his many sister-in-Laws and brother-in-laws and their families: Brenda
Matt. She was predeceased by her beloved parents, William and husband, Adolph Anhorn. Esther was born on March 7th, 1931 at the (Richard) Haener, Sheila Dunphy, Darryl (Judy) Dunphy, Wayne Dunphy,
Annabelle Kyle; brother-in-law, Russell Cassata; niece, Cara Cassata Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. She grew up on the farm southeast of Larry (Grace) Dunphy and Marlene (Gerald) Dubois. He was
and nephew, Layton Reid. Helen was born in New Glasgow, Nova Medicine Hat, AB and attended the Concordia school. At the age of 16 predeceased by his son, Brian in 1992 and his older brother Pat McKee
Scotia, where she graduated from Pictou Rural High School and she left the farm and moved to Medicine Hat where she worked at in December of 2006. Mac was born to Herbert and Mary McKee (nee
Medalta Potteries and later at Medicine Hat Hospital and Medicine Hat Reeves) on November 5, 1936 in Drumheller, Alberta. His early years
attended nursing school at the Aberdeen Hospital. She then moved
Greenhouses. Esther loved camping, knitting, crocheting, doing puzzles, were spent on the farm in Craigmyle, Alberta and he was raised and
to Medicine Hat where she worked at the MHRH in Psychiatry. When cooking, and baking coffee cake for family, friends and clubs. Esther was
educated in Trochu, Alberta. He later pursued his passion to educate
her arthritis made it too difficult to nurse, Helen became a Day a member of the Women of the Moose since 1966. She loved her others, receiving his teaching degree at the University of Calgary. A
Home provider and was a second granny and a very special person Church. Her favorite song is “What a Day That Will be When My Jesus I
shortage of teachers in the 1960’s opened the door of opportunity for
to many of her children and their families. Early years, Helen loved Shall See”. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so on Sunday,
December 19, 2021 from 7:00-9:00 pm at Saamis Memorial Funeral Mac to teach at McCoy in Medicine Hat. He was the first Protestant
playing cribbage with her dad, helping her mom in the kitchen at educator to teach at the Catholic High School. Over the years, he made
mealtime, picking wild berries in the yard of their family home and Chapel, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB. The private Funeral every effort to have a positive impact on his students, whether
service will be held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel on Monday,
going to Melmerby Beach and Park Falls with her family. She also December 20, 2021 with Pastor Shane Hein officiating. Family and teaching shop, math, french or computer programming. Mac was 24
took up curling and bowling. Following in her mom’s footsteps and friends are welcome to participate via livestream by logging on to www. years of age when he married Beverley Anne Dunphy at St. Barnabas
as young woman, Helen became a member (and served as past saamis.com and joining the live webcast on Esther’s memorial page at Anglican Church in Calgary on December 28, 1960. Over the years, his
Noble Grand) of Wildey Rebekah Lodge in Medicine Hat. Card the above date at 9:50 am. A virtual guest book is available on the deep faith in God remained constant. He lived his life with integrity,
games with friends, monthly lunch dates with the ‘girls,’ time spent livestream page for those participating remotely. Condolences may be truth and honour... always a man of his word. Mac was a long-time
with family whether preparing for family suppers, enjoying a glass sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Esther Tisnic. Funeral member of the Elks Club. This provided him with an opportunity to
of wine, visiting the Pender’s Farm, or just quality time with her arrangements by support the community while shooting some pool and having a few
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grandchildren were also highlights in her life. Bill and Helen were CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, beers with lots of laughs. Mac had numerous hobbies and talents. He
friends since 1969 and partners since 2004. Together they enjoyed AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis.com was an avid landscape artist, creating a beautiful, colourful and private
gardening, cooking, canning/making pickles, watching curling & Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. garden in each yard he had as well as at his daughter’s first home. Mac’s
baseball (especially the Toronto Blue Jays), camping, time spent at huge garden ensured that the family had fresh veggies all winter long
the cabin and many good times with amazing friends. Every night while raising his family. His ability to design and draft blueprints was a
before bed, Bill would say to Helen “one more hug and one more gift he had and he designed the Tudor style home that both his
kiss’... they were truly soul mates. Helen was always giving to others children were raised in. He was very proud of the home he designed
and expected nothing in return. Her memory will be forever with his family in mind. Mac enjoyed hunting and looked forward each
cherished in the hearts of her family and friends. She will be deeply year to making sausage at the Stroh’s. He loved golfing with the
Medicine Hat Firemen and friends who went annually to Whitefish,
missed and forever loved! A Celebration of Helen’s life will take place
Montana to golf for many happy adventures. He especially enjoyed
at a later time.
golfing with his son Brian. Mac wanted his kids to experience travel and
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility,
expand their horizons. After travelling to England, Ireland and France
901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403- with Bev several times, he took the entire family on a trip to Europe.
527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" This was one summer after a beautiful trip to Montreal and Ontario
with his sister-in-law and brother-in-law. Mac loved listening to Jazz
music as well as making his own, playing alto and tenor saxophone for
various local bands. His quick wit and great sense of humour often
made him the life of the party. Mac was extremely hospitable, and
Goodbyes
LINDA SCHNEIDER some of the best parties were had at the McKee residence over the
years where Mac could be found at the BBQ enjoying a Guinness
1957 - 2021 (Vitamin “G”) or a good Rusty Nail! Though he was friends with many,
Linda Mae “Cookie” Schneider of Medicine Hat, passed away on family was always Mac’s priority. This included his grand-puppies,
Friday, December 10, 2021 at the age of 64 years. She leaves to MeeMee and Connor, who he always had treats for in his pockets when
cherish her memory one son Mike Maser (Fiancé Sandra); six he visited. Due to the current Covid restrictions, attendance at Mac’s
grandchildren, Jesse, Logan, Alexis, April, Charity and Chase; her service will be by invitation only. The funeral service for Mac will be
siblings, Maxine (Henry) Schultz, Ed Gates (Dorothy Kiss) and Barb held at St. Barnabas Anglican Church, 635 - 4 Street S.E., Medicine Hat
Lemna (Dale Bailey); her Special aunt Mardell Kelly (uncle Adam
are not forever Leier), numerous nieces and nephews and her special friends
on Friday, December 17, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Dr. Oz Lorentzen
officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Those wishing to
Audrey Woloshen (Bruce). She was predeceased by her parents Lila join the family virtually and experience the celebration of Mac’s life are
Goodbyes are not the end, and John Gates and one brother Les Gates. A private family invited to watch via live-stream on the St. Barnabas facebook page or
again
graveside service, by invitation, will take place at Hillside Cemetery. Youtube channel. Access to both are available on the St. Barnabas
They simply mean I'll miss you, In lieu of flowers, those who wish to remember Linda with a website, www.stbmh.ca In lieu of flowers, those wishing to remember
donation may do so to the Peter Lougheed Vascular Department c/o Mac may do so through donations to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta,
until we meet calgaryhealthfoundation.ca . To e-mail an expression of sympathy, 306, 10430 - 61 Avenue N.W., Edmonton, Alberta, T6H 2J3.
please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at www.
heading: Linda Schneider, or you may visit www. cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland
pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence. Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 - 13th Street S.W.
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Saturday, January 8, 2022 — THE MEDICINE HAT NEWS 7
ALICE LORRAINE ZEEB WINFRED VANDERLOH RUSSELL JAMES BAITON
1924 - 2021 1932 ~ 2021 1959 ~ 2021
Alice Zeeb of Medicine Hat passed away on December 9th, 2021 at the age Mr. Winfred (Win) Vanderloh, beloved husband to the late We are saddened by the passing of our much-loved brother Russell
of 97 years, beloved wife of the late Adam Zeeb. Leaving to cherish Alice's James Baiton (Rusty) on November 23, 2021, at the age of 62 years in
memory is her special niece Carol Thompson and dear neighbours Gail and Jacqueline (Jackie), passed away on Friday, December 10th, 2021 at
Vaughn Thome as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends. She was the age of 89 years. Win leaves to cherish his memory four children, Lethbridge Alberta. He was born in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan and
predeceased by her husband Adam (1990), daughter Joyce (1967), son Gwen (Dan) Aebly and Donna (Daryl) Halter both of Jenner, Ken raised in Swift Current, Saskatchewan. Left to cherish his memory is his
Gary (2010), sister Agnes Trekofski (1998), nephew Wayne Trekofski (2021) Vanderloh of Lethbridge and Keith (Tammy) Vanderloh of Medicine son John and daughter Silva. Rusty is survived by his brothers and
and parents George (1978) and Helen Borth (1996). Alice was born July Hat; 22 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren, Dustin (Jodi-Lea) sisters, Richard Baiton (Ellen), Roxanne Harkness (Scott), Hope
14th, 1924 at Stewart, Minnesota. In 1928, the family moved to Tilley Aebly and Hadley & Callie; Denton Aebly (Tracy Zurborg) and Fairbrother (Blaine), Darcy Baiton, Mikhaela Jennings (Dan), and
Alberta where she received her education. Alice and Adam were married Paisley, Dax and Cortland; Dallas (Derek) Wilcox and Fynn, Sully and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles and special bonds with
on April 16th, 1941, and farmed at Tilley until 1944, when they moved to a cousins and many good friends. Rusty is predeceased by his parents
farm in Saskatchewan near Walsh. In 1955, they moved to an acreage in Harper; Dannell (Chris) Stucki and Morgan; Drew Halter (Tanya
John and Johanna Baiton. Rusty worked in the oil fields for years and
Walsh. They then retired to Medicine Hat in 1985. Alice remained in her VanOtterloo); Dylan (Kayshia Langille); Dana Halter (Kyle Bukauskas);
continued post-secondary education at the Concordia University in
home until early 2017 then moved into the Good Samaritan in Medicine Deandra Halter (Zach Copley) and Bennett; Lorna Vanderloh
Montreal and then earned his master’s degree in philosophy at the
Hat and she remained there until her passing. Alice's strong faith helped (Branden Wiley); Coleman Vanderloh; Kodi Vanderloh (Kelsey
her throughout her life. She was a long standing member of the CWL and University of Lethbridge. He also worked as a tutor and taught writing
Skrove); Tanner Vanderloh; as well as numerous nieces and and English in Lethbridge. Rusty was good-natured and was well liked
Women's Institute. Alice's interests included gardening, bowling, playing nephews.
cards and social gatherings. We would like to thank all the wonderful by everyone who knew him and loved a good laugh. He would
Win was predeceased by both parents, three sisters and one reminisce and laugh with his brothers for hours on their
caregivers at the Good Samaritan Cottages who looked after Alice,
especially during her final days. Live streaming for family and friends who brother. Win was born February 7, 1932 in LeRoy Saskatchewan (sec. misadventures of their youth. He was very interested in people and
cannot attend will begin at 1:20 p.m. with a tribute to Alice and the funeral 17 Twp. 36 Rge 21 W of 2nd Saskatchewan). Win was raised at their stories and was an articulate conversationalist. He kept close to
mass following. You are invited to watch on www.youtube.com/Medicine Ravenscrag, Saskatchewan. Win met Jackie when working at Murray his family and loved visiting with friends and his cousins. He was a
Hat Holy Family Church or follow this link: https://www.youtube.com/ Ranches at Tilley and they were married in Brooks on June 2, 1962. humble, sensitive and gentle person and worked hard in providing for
channel/UCG6zK-XzuXdDHj79rV6ut_Q. ang1033 The private funeral mass They lived up North for a short time before returning to Murray his family. He was very proud of his children John and Silva and often
will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish on Thursday, December 16, 2021 at Ranch. Then resided at Atlee, Alberta for many years where Win was talked of their exceptional interests, accomplishments and academic
1:30 p.m. with Fr. Rodel Abanto celebrant. Due to the restrictions brought
forward by the Chief Medical Officer of Health, indoor public gatherings a range rider for the Buffalo Atlee Community Pasture. During the pursuits fostered by their parents. Rusty had a passion for learning and
are to be kept to 50 people. Masks are mandatory. Donations can be made winter months he worked for Dynamar/Hexagon Energy. a quest for knowledge and was very well read. He had many interests
to the Alzheimer Society. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please Throughout Win’s life he worked for various Ranches (Murray including music, the guitar and mandolin, wrote poems and stories
direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Alice Zeeb, Ranches, Hargrave Ranch, Howard Jones Ranch) before retiring to and was interested in genealogy. He loved his motorbike and took
or you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of Medicine Hat. amazing bike trips with friends throughout his life.
condolence. In Win’s retirement he enjoyed camp, attending the CFR, Rusty will be forever in our hearts.
Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND Chuckwagon races, Mavericks baseball games, listening to Tigers “The memory of a good person is a blessing”. Proverbs 10:7.
CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 A family Celebration of his Life will be in the spring of 2022.
hockey games, as he was no longer able to attend and time with his
family and friends. Win will be greatly missed and lovingly
remembered by his family and many friends. There will be a private
funeral service held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1 Dunmore
Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB on Wednesday, December 15, 2021 with
Pastor Shane Andrus officiating. Family and friends are welcome to
participate via livestream by logging on to www.saamis.com and
joining the live webcast on Win’s memorial page on the above date
at 1:50 pm. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page
for those participating remotely. Condolences may be sent to
condolences@saamis.com subject heading Winfred Vanderloh.
Funeral arrangements by 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
BARBARA GOLDADE Holdings Ltd.
ERIKA BAEDKE
1941 - 2021 1944 - 2021
Barbara Magdalena Goldade of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, Erika Baedke of Medicine Hat, passed away on Saturday, December 11,
December 13, 2021 at the age of 80 years, beloved wife of the late Simon
Goldade. She leaves to cherish her memory three children, Shane (Fran) 2021 at the age of 76 years, beloved wife of the late Otto Baedke. She
and their children Sandy, Nathan, Carly (her children Halle and Jason), leaves to cherish her memory three children, Kathy (Ryan) Kirschenman
Cassie (Mike), Trisha (Derick, their son Reef); Scott (Teresa) and his son of Medicine Hat, Colleen Baedke of Edmonton and Brian (Pam) Baedke
Braden (Amanda and their son Benjamin); Jody (Nicole) and their children of Medicine Hat; five grandchildren, Jake (Danielle) Kirschenman (Wren
Savannah (Brendyn, their children Wyatt, Annabeth and Michael), Hailey and Knoll); Nadine Kirschenman, Lewis Kirschenman, Mathew Fode and
(Ryan), Bradley (Cari, their children Hayven and Payslee); two brothers, Jack Emma Baedke; one sister Lily (Willie) Kappler of Cranbrook; sister-in-law
(Peggy) Riedlinger, Cleo (Crystal) Riedlinger; two sisters, Rosanne Closs, Elfrieda Lasslop of Calgary and brother-in-law John (Elsie) Baedke of
Gloria Battyanie; sisters-in-law, Barbara (Walter) Eresman, Peggy Goldade, Medicine Hat as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was
Thelma Goldade and brother-in-law Peter Clauss as well as numerous predeceased by her parents Helena and Friedrich Kappel; her husband
nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Edith and Otto on October 6, 2006; one brother Hugo (Lore) Kappel and one sister
Arthur Riedlinger; her husband Simon on September 26, 2013, and one Ella (Arnold) Fuhrman. Erika was born on December 12, 1944 in Polchau,
sister Diana Clauss. Barbara was born on January 3, 1941 in Prelate, Poland and came to Canada with her family as a small child. They
Saskatchewan. She married Simon on June 20, 1959, in Medicine Hat resided in Welling and then later settled in Medicine Hat where she met
where they raised their family. She was devoted to her husband, children, Otto and they were married on October 24, 1964. That same year they
and grandchildren; enjoying family gatherings and going to any sporting moved to their own farm west of Medicine Hat where they farmed and
event to watch her grandchildren. Her family was her life. If you knew Barb, raised their family. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at
you knew about her Strudels. At anytime, if anyone in her family needed the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Thursday evening from 6:00 - 8:00
an ear, she was always there to listen. A graveside service will take place at p.m. Masks are mandatory. The funeral service will be held in the
Hillside Cemetery on Thursday, December 16, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. Those who PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday, December 17, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev.
wish to attend the graveside service are asked to meet at the Columbarium Pastor Shane Hein officiating. Due to the restrictions brought forward by
(turn right inside the gate) at 1:45 p.m. If you wish to remember Barbara the Chief Medical Officer of Health, indoor public gatherings are to be
with a donation, you may do so to A.J.’s Loan Cupboard (Alan Joys kept to 50 people. Masks are mandatory. The service will be live
Memorial Fund Society) Box 45006, McKenzie Postal Outlet, Medicine Hat, streamed, and family and friends who are unable to attend are invited
AB T1A 7H3 or to the Medicine Hat and District Health Foundation (specify to watch the service by searching for “Pattison Funeral Home Youtube”.
funds to be allocated to the Renal Clinic). Cheques made payable to MH&D The video will go live 10 minutes prior to service time and will remain
Health Foundation) 666 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4H6 or on the youtube page for future viewing. Interment will follow in the
online at www.InYour Community.ca. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the
please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: charity of your choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please
Barbara Goldade, or you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Erika
leave a message of condolence. Baedke, or you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a
Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND message of condolence. Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON
FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine
CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2
Hat T1A 4C2
In Loving Memory
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