November 16, 2013

By Obituaries on November 16, 2013.

.1937 ~ MASER ~ 2013
Mrs. Gloria Maser of Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully with her children by her side on Monday, November 11th, 2013 at the age of 76 years. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel. Memorial gifts in Gloria’s memory may be made to Charity of One’s Choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or http://www.gonebutnotforgotten.ca or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Gloria Maser. Funeral arrangements entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATORIUM, “The Chapel in the Park”, locally owned and directed. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone (403)528-2599

.The family of Patricia Owens made every effort to ensure that her life celebration was as personal as possible. Their efforts and involvement were evident throughout the day, starting with the display at the front of St. John’s Church that greeted those attending her service last Monday. A large picture of Pat looking “Unto The Hills” was centered above a table with items personal to her. In recognition of Pat’s allergies to flowers, family arranged for two beautiful bouquets of balloons at the church… they even participated in making the luncheon for the fellowship in the church that followed! Pat truly would have been proud!
Thoughtful of those around her,
Giving selflessly of her time,
God’s grace is her reward,
Eternal peace be thine.
Her Life Lived…
Her Life Cherished…
Her Life Honoured.
Courtesy of Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

.DYER, Judyann
Passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 14, 2013 at the age of 60. Survived by her loving husband Rick of 28 years; her mom, Maxine Knibbs of Bow Island; brothers: Robin, Kalvin and Carey and mother and father-in-law Diane and Dan. A Celebration of Life will be held in the Spring. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the BC Cancer Foundation to support the Kelowna Cancer Centre, 399 Royal Avenue, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 5L3. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting http://www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.

.HANNA – Nancy C.
October 17, 1915 – November 5, 2013
Nancy Hanna was born to Frank and Elizabeth Yeast on October 17, 1915 on the family ranch east of Fox Valley, Saskatchewan. She was the middle child, with an older brother Frank and a younger brother Perry. She spent her early years on the ranch where she developed a love of the country.
Nancy’s education began with home schooling on the ranch and later primary grades in Abbey, Saskatchewan. She attended Regina College and graduated in 1933. Nancy stayed on at Regina College and began her career as a secretary.
Nancy met Flight Officer Almond Vandre, an American pilot flying in the Royal Canadian Air Force. They married June 27, 1942. They were stationed at Vulcan, Alberta, a base in the Commonwealth Air Training Plan, where flight instructors were trained. Nancy’s husband was tragically killed while on a training flight only a few months later on September 21, 1942.
Nancy, undaunted, moved to Montreal and worked for Canadian Industries Limited CIL. This company at the time employed 33,000 employees and was producing munitions for the Canadian war effort.
While in Montreal she met Mitch Hanna, a police officer in the Royal Canadian Mounties. In those years young Mounties were not allowed to date for some time after training. Covert dating occurred. They married in 1946.
Mitch’s career took them all over Canada with postings in both the east and west. In the early ’60s, Mitch retired early from the RCMP and began another career with External Affairs Canada. He was in charge of security for all the Canadian embassies and consulates in the African continent. Nancy and Mitch lived in London, England for three years and later were posted to Cairo, Egypt for another three years.
In 1977, Mitch retired and they moved to Medicine Hat. In retirement they enjoyed life. They played bridge, golfed and made the occasional trip to Calgary to attend the symphony. Nancy and Mitch travelled frequently to visit old friends in Ottawa and Montreal.
Nancy chose to live out her final years in her own home. She received kind loving care from her loyal caregivers Jackie and Jean Turaray.
Nancy was predeceased by her husband Mitch July 14, 2001. She was also predeceased by her parents and her two brothers Perry and Frank and sister-in-law Hazel.
She is survived by her sister-in-law Estella Yeast as well as by many nieces and nephews.
Nancy passed away peacefully on November 5, 2013 in Medicine Hat with family at her side.
The graveside funeral service was held in the Maple Creek Cemetery in Maple Creek, Saskatchewan on Saturday, November 9, 2013 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Peter Boote officiating. Interment took place at the Maple Creek Cemetery. Pallbearers were the family. Honorary pallbearers were all those who shared in Nancy’s life.
Friends who wish to may remember Nancy with a gift to the Southwest Healthcare Trust c/o Cypress Credit Union.
To email an expression of sympathy you may visit http://www.gonebutnotforgotten.ca.
Binkley’s Funeral Service, Maple Creek and Leader, in charge of arrangements. 306-662-2292.

.HASKELL
Ruth Florence Haskell (nee Tillemann) of Medicine Hat passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2013, at the age of 87 years, beloved wife of the late Harold Haskell. She leaves to cherish her memory her five children, Roger Haskell of Calgary, Joyce Ayers (Neville Plummer) of Parksville, B.C., Beverly (Peter) Rogers of Calgary, Karen (Wayne) Jackson of Regina and Doug (Jane) Haskell of Medicine Hat; her grandchildren, Patti (Scott) Hull, Cherylyn Ayers (Randy Simpson), Heidi Ayers, Salena Bernhardt (Ian Holmes), Nathan (Joanna) Bernhardt, Elizabeth (Nathan) Ebenal, Christie (Adam) Olson, Chris Haskell (Amy Kidner), Matt Haskell (Brittany Marshall), Josh Haskell and Tianna Haskell (Jeff Manley); her great grandchildren, Avery, Ben, Veronica, Noah, Zane, Seth, Kalob, Warner, Holden, Soren, Mazie and Jace; three sisters, Emma (Alvin) Manske of Calgary, Lenora (Bev) Woods and Pearl (Reginald) Atchison, all of Medicine Hat as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Gustave and Katherine Tillemann; her husband, Harold on October 4, 1989; her son-in-law, Ron Ayers; one grandson, Warren Ayers; four brothers, Paul Tilleman, Gustave Tillemann Jr. and twins, Alfred and Fredrick in infancy and three sisters, Ella Miller, Peggy Bennitz and Lena Dick. Ruth was born and raised on the family farm, just south of Horsham, Saskatchewan on September 17, 1944, she married the love of her life, Harold. They lived in Horsham and together ran the family general store there until 1963. They moved to Medicine Hat and lived in the family home on 12 St NE. After living in several other residences, her last home was at Sunnyside, where she loved her friends and thoroughly enjoyed a variety of activities, including Remember When – where she was able to tell all her tales of her life growing up on the farm, Newspaper Reading, Bible Study and various other recreational activities. She was blessed by the numerous caring staff at Sunnyside and Dr. Bratvold was her wonderful physician for many years. Her faith was always very important to her and she maintained a deep trust in God. Ruth’s children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were her pride and joy. She will be sadly missed and her memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. Private family viewing will take place at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Sunday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., friends who wish to pay their respects may do so on Monday, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Monday, November 18, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Robert Findley officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, donations will be gratefully accepted at the Canadian National Institute for the Blind #102, 520 2nd Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 0C6 or to a charity of your choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Ruth Haskell, or you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence. Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

.JOAN MARY LAWRENCE
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joan Mary Lawrence on Friday, November 15th, 2013 at the age of 75 years. Joan was born in Calgary, Alberta on April 5th, 1938 to her parents, Maria and John Plomp. Joan leaves to cherish in memory her daughter, Lanni (Wade) Baumback; sons, Barry Lawrence and James Lawrence; one daughter-in-law, Tanya; and three grandchildren, Justin, April and Jenna. She also leaves two sisters, Betty (Allan) Ross and Mary (Harold) Skidmore; and several nieces and nephews. Joan was pre-deceased by her parents; daughter, Debbie; and brother, Lloyd Plomp. Joan was a long-time employee of Holmes Printing as a Graphic Artist and gained many great friends over the years. Her favorite hobbies included photography, computer graphics and shooting pool with her friends and team mates from the Legion Leagues and, to most recently, the Afterwork ‘O’ team. The friendships she gathered over the years are innumerable. We would like to thank all of Joan’s friends and relatives that visited with her and shared special memories in her time of need. The family would like to sincerely thank the staff at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital and especially St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice for the excellent care Joan received with dignity and compassion during the past month. A Celebration of Joan’s Life will be held on April 5th, 2014 at her chosen plot at Hillside Cemetery. Those wishing to remember Joan may do so through a donation to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Joan Lawrence. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATORIUM, “The Chapel in the Park”, locally owned and directed. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone (403)528-2599

.PIERRE VROOM
1956 ~ 2013
Pierre Vroom passed away in Medicine Hat on Monday, November 11, 2013, at the age of 57 years. A Celebration of Pierre’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, on Saturday, November 16, 2013, at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Barrett Scheske officiating. Interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery following the service. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Pierre’s name may be made to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Dr. S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8. Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455