December 17, 2013

By Obituaries on December 17, 2013.

.1918 ~ REIMANN ~ 2013

Barbara Reimann of Medicine Hat, passed away on December 9th, 2013. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at Temple Baptist Church. Memorial gifts in Barbara’s memory may be made to South Country Village or to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or www. gonebutnotforgotten.ca or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Barbara Reimann. 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 528-2599.

.1933 ~ McCRACKEN ~ 2013

Mr. Roy McCracken, beloved husband of Mrs. Naomi McCracken of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, December 13th, 2013 at the age of 80 years. Roy also leaves to cherish his memory one daughter, Marcella (Larry) Morisseau; one son, Broderick (Nancy); five grand children, Alisha (Ryan) Henderson, Cameron Morisseau and his fiancée, Amourin Edmundson, Dalton, Tess and Kyra McCracken; one brother, Donald McCracken; five sisters-in-law, Marie McCracken, Marie McCracken, Shirley McCracken, Isabel Stripling and Edna Schaufele, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Roy was predeceased by one son, Robin McCracken; his parents, Walter and Marie; one sister, Grace McCracken; as well as five brothers, Walter, William, Robert, James and Harold. Roy owned and operated McCracken Plumbing for many years and was a long standing member of St. Peter Lutheran Church. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore R.D. SE, on Monday, December 16th from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. and at ST. PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH from 12:00 to 12:55 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held in ST. PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH, 758 – 8th Street SE, Medicine Hat, on Tuesday, December 17th, 2013, at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Julianna Wehrfritz-Hanson officiating. Interment will follow in the Family Plot at Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts in Roy’s memory may be made to the St. Peter Lutheran Church Lift Fund, 758 – 8th Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB, T1A1M5. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or http://www.gonebutnotforgotten.ca or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Roy McCracken. 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 528-2599.

.ALLAN
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Heather Jane Allan (nee Holt), beloved wife of Glen and loving mother of Jordyn and Chad Allan, all of Medicine Hat. She also leaves to cherish her memory her parents, Sherill and Mack Holt of Medicine Hat; her brother, Brad (Elizabeth) Holt of Calgary and her sister, Susan (Darren) McClelland of Saskatoon; Glen’s family: his parents, Phil and Sharon Allan of Calgary, sister Lori (Tim) of Regina, as well as numerous nieces and nephews, her large circle of many loving friends and her beloved dog, Mollie.

Heather was born in Edmonton and moved to Calgary with her family at a young age. She had a happy childhood filled with many camping trips, family travel and summers at Mara Lake. Heather met Glen, the love of her life, in grade 11 at Sir Winston Churchill High School in Calgary. They dated throughout university before they were married in 1988. Following their early career paths, they lived in Strathmore, Grande Prairie, Calgary, Wetaskiwin, and Camrose before finally settling in Medicine Hat.

Heather passionately loved teaching and made a lasting positive impact on many of her students. One of the hardest things about dealing with her cancer over the years was that she couldn’t be in the classroom with the children she so loved at Crestwood school.

Nothing made Heather happier than travelling, hosting family and friends at the cottage, golf and shopping trips with her girlfriends and her sister, and of course, every moment she spent with her beloved family. She was extremely proud of her children, and while it was hard watching them go off to university, she knew they were ready to make their own mark on the world.

Heather had a way of letting people know how much she cared about them, and that is how she was able to touch so many lives in her 48 years.

The funeral service will be held in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Friday, December 20, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the “Heather Allan Memorial Project” at Crestwood School, 2300 – 19 Ave. SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3X5. Contact the school at (403) 527-2257. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Heather Allan, or you may visit 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

.ARTHUR WILLIAM CRAWFORD

December 20, 1938 ~ December 12, 2013

It is with sadness that the family of Arthur William “Bill” Crawford announce his passing at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice, with his loving wife and best friend Thelma at his side, on Thursday, December 12, 2013. Bill is survived by his son, Rory (Sheri) Crawford of Medicine Hat; daughter, Penny Crawford-Ritz (Scott Bergdahl) of Red Deer; step-children, Linda (Dave) Sebastian of Lethbridge, Jack (Michelle) Ward of Medicine Hat and Steve Ward (Ferida Balic) of Strathmore. Bill was proud to be “Papa” to eight grandchildren, Angie Aben, Justin Crawford, Matt & Clay Ward, Dakota & Sienna Ritz, Josh & Emily Ward; two step-grandchildren, James & Jeri-lyn MacKenzie, and eight great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother and sister, as well as many extended family members. Bill was predeceased by his parents, Leonard & Vera Crawford; step-son, Brad Ward and a dear brother-in-law. He was born on December 20, 1938, in Medicine Hat, and spent his entire life here graduating from MHHS in 1956. Bill was well known for working in the automotive service industry for 43 years, being employed by Central Motors, Reidy Ford and Huttons before starting his own business, Gas City Auto Electric in 1985 and retiring in 1997. Cremation has taken place, and a Memorial Service to honour Bill’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., on Tuesday, December 17, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Barrett Scheske officiating. Columbarium placement will follow at Prairie View Cemetery. The family wishes to express their appreciation to the professional and caring staffs at the MHRH Cancer Centre, the Palliative Care Unit and expecially the “angels” at the Carmel Hospice where Bill spent his last week. Memorial donations in Bill’s name may be made directly to St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice, 156 – 3rd Street N.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

.GEORGE COCKS

Mr. George Cocks of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Margaret “Margie” Cocks, passed away on Monday, December 16th, 2013 at the age of 90 years. George leaves to cherish his memory his children, Bill, Ed, and Janet and their families. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading George Cocks. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed by SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATORIUM, “The Chapel in the Park”, locally owned and directed. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone 528-2599.

.JAMES S. HANN

1940 ~ 2013

James Sydney ‘Jim’ Hann, beloved husband of Bonnie, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2013, at the age of 73 years. A Private Celebration of Jim’s life will be held with further information to follow upon completion of the 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.

.JOHNSON
Thomas Louis “Roger” Johnson of Calgary formerly of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2013, at the age of 77 years, beloved husband of the late Jackie Johnson. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Thursday, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:25 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Thursday, December 19, 2013 at 1:30 p.m. with The Rev. Dr. David Carter officiating. Interment will follow in the Redcliff Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Alberta Lung Association, P.O. Box 4700, Station South, Edmonton, AB T6E 9Z9. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Roger Johnson, or you may visit 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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