November 21, 2013

By Obituaries on November 21, 2013.

.1926 ~ BONAGOFSKY ~ 2013
Mary Bonagofsky, beloved wife of Mr. Joseph “Joe” Bonagofsky of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, November 18th, 2013 at the age of 87 years. Mary also leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Gloria (Max) Ebelher; two grandchildren, Maxine (Pat) Volk and Lyle (Tammie) Ebelher; five great-grandchildren, Melissa and Matthew Volk, and Alicia, Temara and Clayton Ebelher; two brothers, Joe and Peter Dirk; two sisters, Betty Schultz and Lillian (Milbert) Knodel; one sister-in-law, Bev Dirk; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mary was predeceased by her first husband, Ralph Baron; her parents, Mike and Regina Dirk; two brothers, Dan (Ann) Dirk and Richard Dirk; three sisters, Aggie (Ludwig) Baron, Anna (Joe) Wist and Apalonia in infancy; and two sisters-in-law, Margaret Dirk and Claire Dirk. Vigil Rites (prayers) will be said at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Thursday, November 21st, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated in HOLY FAMILY PARISH, 1541 Strachan Road SE, on Friday, November 22nd, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. with Father Philip Le, celebrant. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Mary Bonagofsky. 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. The Funeral Service was held yesterday in FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD with Pastor Ken Roset officiating. Memorial gifts in Donald’s memory may be made to the Pulmonary Hypertension Association of Canada or to the Charity of One’s Choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com 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

.1955 ~ TITSING ~ 2013
Mrs. Jacqueline Titsing, beloved wife of Mr. Darby Titsing of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, November 19th, 2013 at the age of 58 years. A Private Family Time of Remembrance will be held at a later date. Memorial gifts in Jacqueline’s memory may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, 6007 – 1A Street SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2H 0G5. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or http://www.gonebutnotforgotten.ca or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Jacqueline Titsing. 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

.1961 ~ EICHENDORF ~ 2013
Peter “Lorne” Eichendorf of Medicine Hat, passed away on Wednesday, November 20th, 2013 at the age of 52 years. The Funeral Service will be held in TEMPLE BAPTIST CHURCH, 606 – 7th Street SW on Monday, November 25th, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Marcel Mitchell officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Lorne’s memory may be made to the Medicine Hat & District Food Bank Association, 532 South Railway Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2V6. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Lorne Eichendorf. 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

.ELIZABETH WIEBE
1934 ~ 2013
Mrs. Elizabeth (Betty) Wiebe, beloved wife of Mr. Lawrence Wiebe, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Tuesday, November 19, 2013, at the age of 79 years. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Sunday, November 24, 2013, between 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. as well as on Monday, November 25, 2013, starting one hour prior to the service. A Celebration of Betty’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Monday at 3:00 p.m. with interment to follow at Hillside Cemetery. (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.

.GARY WRIGHT
1937 ~ 2013
Mr. James Gary Wright, beloved husband of Mrs. Gail Wright, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Tuesday, November 19, 2013, at the age of 76 years. A Celebration of Gary’s life will be held at St. John’s Presbyterian Church, 504 – 2 Street S.E., Medicine Hat on Monday, November 25, 2013, at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Dr. Nancy Cocks officiating. Private Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. (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.

.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 (nee: Osgood) of Medicine Hat passed away on Friday, November 15, 2013, at the age of 89 years, beloved wife of the late Harry McCarroll. She leaves to cherish her memory her two children, Robert (Bonnie) McCarroll and Betty Ann (Gordon) Pelchat; five grandchildren, Jeff (Tammy), Karen, Cameron (his children, Ryland and Korbin), Michael (his son Damien), Sandra (her children, Jessica and Kayle); one great grandson, Connor; a brother-in-law, John (Edna) McCarroll in England as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Harry on July 10, 2007; two brothers, Ed and Bill and one sister, Muriel. Our mom, known as ‘Win” to her friends was fun loving. Our Dad, her husband for 63 years was the love of her life and she missed him dearly. 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

.WILLIAM “BILL” POCSIK
February 15, 1921 – November 18, 2013
William “Bill” Pocsik passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, November 18th, 2013 at the age of 92. He was the beloved husband of the late Ann Pocsik (nee Hepfner). He leaves to cherish his memory three children, Glenn (Cheryl) Pocsik, Darcy (Leslie) Pocsik, and Linda (Pete) Sorensen all of Medicine Hat; seven grandchildren, Dana (Blake) Wirachowsky, Jaret (Jamie) Pocsik, Drew (Lisa) Pocsik, Tyler (Nicole) Pocsik, Kelsey Pocsik, Austin Toresdahl, Dakota Sorensen, and Dawson Sorensen; his great- grandchildren, Quinn Wirachowsky and Jude Pocsik, all of Medicine Hat; his sisters-in-law, Christine Pocsik, Katie Stein, and Angela (Bill) Glasser; a brother-in-law, William Hepfner; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Bill was predeceased by his wife, Ann on March 14th, 1999; his parents, Charles and Helen Pocsik; brother, Alex Pocsik; sister, Gisela Danku of Hungary; his brothers-in-law, Andrew Stein, Frank Scherger, Leonard Schneider, and Jerry Feininger; and sisters-in-law, Josephine Feininger, Minnie Scherger, and Alice Schneider. Bill was born in Zsurk, Hungary in 1921. After graduating from high school at the age of 16, he immigrated to Canada, making Medicine Hat his home. Upon arriving in Medicine Hat, he attended Elm Street School for a short time to learn English. He was working at the Medicine Hat Greenhouses when he was drafted into the army to serve in Canada and overseas. He was honorably discharged on May 30th, 1946. He returned to Medicine Hat and his work at the greenhouses where he met the love of his life, Ann Hepfner. They were married on July 29th, 1950. Bill and Ann both continued to work for Medicine Hat Greenhouses, as well as ran a family-owned greenhouse which provided income for his parents. Bill became the acclaimed foreman of the rose sections. He was able to grow many tropical plants, such as bananas, a unique lemon and grapefruit cross, various rare tropical flowers, a huge mimosa (touch me not) plant that entertained the school children and the general public when they came to see these plants. Bill was famous for his green thumb. He retired from the greenhouse at age 65. His retirement years were spent enjoying his grandkids, riding his bike around the neighbourhood, and happily tending his perfectly manicured garden while showing it off to whoever stopped by. If you came to see the garden you never left empty-handed. His greatest joy was supplying his family and friends with peppers and tomatoes. Family birthdays always included the famous butterscotch chiffon cake. This tradition was started by Ann, and after her passing Bill continued to bake these cakes with love and some success!! Bill was well known for his firm (painful) handshake, as he smiled innocently. Chances are you only shook his hand once. Bill was a generous, graceful, and loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, who took time for his family and friends. His smile lit up the room. He will be deeply missed by his family and all who knew him. 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. The officers and members of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #17, will conduct a Poppy Service for their departed comrade. 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. Radio funeral announcement can be heard on Thursday 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