November 20, 2013

By Obituaries on November 20, 2013.

.1921 ~ POCSIK ~ 2013
William “Bill” Pocsik of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Anna-Marie “Ann” Pocsik, passed away on Monday, November 18th, 2013 at the age of 92 years. Bill leaves to cherish his memory his children, Glenn (Cheryl) Pocsik, Darcy (Leslie) Pocsik, and Linda (Peter) Sorensen and their families. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and on Friday from 1:00 to 1:55 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held in SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Friday, November 22nd, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. with Father Matthew Emmelkamp officiating. A Private Interment will take place on Saturday in the Family Plot at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Bill’s memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Bill Pocsik. 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

.1927 ~ KIRSCHENMAN ~ 2013
Mrs. Erna Kirschenman of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Mr. Friedrich Kirschenman, passed away on Tuesday, November 19th, 2013 at the age of 86 years. Erna leaves to cherish her memory one son, Wayne Kirschenman of Calgary; one daughter, Linda Wiegand of Calgary; two grandchildren, Jason (Raegan) Wiegand and their children, Quinn, Graydon, Cohen and Griffin and Robin (Sarah) Wiegand and their child, Rian; one brother, Mike (Anne) Nutz of Kelowna; one sister-in-law, Frances Nutz of Kelowna; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Erna was predeceased by her husband, Friedrich; her parents, Adolf and Louise Nutz; three brothers, Jack, Reinhold (Lilly) and Otto (Olga); and one sister, Hulda Vetter. Erna was born on June 20th, 1927 in Bessarabia. She married Friedrich Kirschenman on March 29th, 1952 in Medicine Hat. Erna loved quilting, gardening and canning, but her passion was sewing. She will be fondly remembered and forever missed. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Friday, November 22nd, from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m. and on Saturday, November 23rd, from 12:30 until 1:25 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held in SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Saturday, November 23rd, 2013 at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Julianna Wehrfritz- Hanson officiating. Interment will follow in the Family Plot at Hillside Cemetery. Erna’s memory can be honoured by recognizing her love of flowers. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or http://www.gonebutnotforgotten.ca or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Erna Kirschenman. Radio funeral announcement can be heard on Friday around 12:35 p.m. on 93.7 Praise FM. 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

.1950 ~ SMITH ~ 2013
Mr. Donald Smith, beloved husband of Mrs. Marcella Smith of Medicine Hat, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, November 18th, 2013 at the age of 63 years. Donald also leaves to cherish his memory two brothers, Clayton (Yvonne) Smith of North Grandville, PEI and Wayne (Helen) Smith of Summerside, PEI; one sister, CarolAnne (Wendell) Bernard of Freetown, PEI; three brothers-in-law, Melvin (Edith) Larson of Priddis, Alberta, Esten Larson of Manyberries and Arthur Larson of Whitecourt, Alberta; 13 nieces and nephews; specially noted to Donald’s care and comfort are one niece, Lorraine (Craig) Strange; three nephews, Donald (April) Larson, Byron (Lynn) Wold and Perry Wold; and special friends, Harold and Ruth Cain and Lillian Douglass. Donald was predeceased by his parents, Morris and Gladys Smith; and one sister-in-law, Esther (Albert) Wold. Donald was born on April 26th, 1950 in Summerside, PEI. He was raised in Kelvin Grove, PEI and attended high school in Kensington, PEI. Donald attended several universities before completing a Masters of Geography from University of Waterloo. He moved to Medicine Hat in 1979 and married Marcella Larson on July 12th, 1980. Together they made Medicine Hat their home and enjoyed 33 great years together. Donald struggled with numerous health issues, but in spite of the issues he loved gardening, working with plants and especially loved being a part of his church family. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 395 – 9th Street SE, on Wednesday, November 20th, 2013 from 12:30 until 1:25 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held in FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD on Wednesday, November 20th, 2013 at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Ken Roset officiating. A private family interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Donald’s memory may be made to the Pulmonary Hypertension Association of Canada, Suite 208, 1311 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2P3 or made online at http://www.phacanada.ca/inmemory or to the 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 Donald Smith. 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

.HELMER
It is with extreme sadness that we announced the sudden passing of Bobby Delroy Helmer on Saturday, November 16, 2013, at the age of 69 years, beloved husband for 47 years of Betty Helmer of Medicine Hat. He also leaves to cherish his memory three children, Sherry (Jim) Bakanec, Shelly Mayer-Brost (Randy Brost) and Shawna Hilgendorf (Jason Duquette); his grandchildren, Alisha (Billy) (their son Azrael), Evan, Adaya, Gregory, Flower, Brody, Adam and Lukus; one sister, Marlene (Gary) Packard as well as numerous brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Helen and Emanuel Helmer. Bob was born on October 14, 1944 in Maple Creek, Saskatchewan and was raised on the farm at Golden Prairie with his parents and dear little sister Marlene. At the age of 17 he moved to Medicine Hat. His first job was with Birds Construction, building the Allowance Avenue overpass. Soon after, he met Betty, they were married four years later on February 19, 1966 and together they raised three daughters. Bob worked many jobs throughout the years including Dominion Glass and later owning his own Deluxe Central Taxi. Bob joined the Elks Club and it grew to be his passion. He enjoyed building in his garage and going for coffee with his friends at Petro each morning. In the evenings he looked forward to playing cards and pool with his Elks friends. His family were his pride and joy. Bob knew a lot of people and was known to have the ability to make you feel important. He wore his heart on his sleeve and always made time for you. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Thursday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and on Friday morning from 10:00 – 10:55 a.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday, November 22, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Medicine Hat and District Branch 102 73 7th Street SE, Medicine Hat. T1A 1J2. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Bobby Helmer, 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

.JERRY WATTS
1939 ~ 2013
Gerald Dale ‘Jerry’ Watts passed away peacefully at the St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice, with his beloved wife Joan by his side on Tuesday, November 19, 2013, at the age of 74 years. Further announcements will follow upon completion of the funeral arrangements. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is COOK SOUTHLAND Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4V4. Telephone: 403-527-6455.

.McCARROLL
Winnifred “Win” McCarroll of Medicine Hat passed away on Friday, November 15, 2013, at the age of 89 years, beloved wife of the late Harry McCarroll. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday, November 22, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. with The Rev. Dr. David Carter officiating. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Winnifred McCarroll, 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

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