January 29, 2014

By Obituaries on January 29, 2014.

.1923 ~ DIETRICH ~ 2014
Mr. George Dietrich, beloved husband of Mrs. Iva Dietrich of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, January 27th, 2014 at the age of 90 years. George Dietrich was born in Richmound, Saskatchewan on May 16th, 1923. George was predeceased by his parents, Christian and Magdalena; two infant siblings; and his sister, Edith. He is survived by his wife, Iva; two children, Dwaine (Pat) and Cynthia (Brian); five grandchildren; four great grandchildren; and siblings, Leonard (Josephine) and Delores (Gordon Goebel); Edith’s best friend, Tom Rud; Iva’s sister, Caroline “Kay” Long; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. George grew up on the family farm southeast of Richmound and in October 1947 he married Iva Wilnechenko from Maple Creek. Together, they stayed on the family farm until moving to Golden Prairie in 1949 where George ran the Pioneer elevator. In 1954 George and Iva moved to Maple Creek where George established his construction company. While in Maple Creek George developed his passion for fishing: if he wasn’t fishing, he was talking fishing or fixing his fishing equipment. No lake was too far away that George wouldn’t go if he heard they were catching fish. In 1967 the family moved to Medicine Hat where he worked with a variety of construction companies including Oland, Kellogg and Fluor eventually becoming a site Superintendent. After his retirement in 1983, George and Iva spent many happy days camping and fishing. George’s other passion was his yard: the flowers, trees and birds. Many happy hours were spent in his backyard with his grandchildren. In 2006 George and Iva moved into Chinook Village where they remained until his passing. George will be fondly missed by all his family and friends. Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be held in SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Wednesday, January 29th, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. PATRICK’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 238 – 2nd Avenue NE, on Thursday, January 30th, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. with Father Matthew Emmelkamp, celebrant. A Private Interment will follow in the Roman Catholic Section at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in George’s memory may be made to the CNIB, 105, 520 – 2nd Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0C6. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading George Dietrich. Radio funeral announcement can be heard on Wednesday 11:45 a.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

.1929 ~ LONSON ~ 2014
Mrs. Mary Lonson of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Mr. Lloyd Lonson, passed away on Sunday, January 26th, 2014 at the age of 85 years. Mary leaves to cherish her memory her son, Larry Fischer; her daughter, Donna (Brian) Lesmeister; her chosen son, Bernard Le Prete; two step-sons, Don (Anne) Lonson and Gilbert (Dorothy) Lonson; her step-daughter, Faye Cain; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Shirley Traxel; as well as many extended family. Mary was predeceased by her husband, Lloyd Lonson on August 16th, 1999; her parents, Gottlieb and Leontina Fregin; one son-in-law, Pat Cain; one daughter-in-law, Shirley Fischer; and one sister, Ella Metcalf (Lloyd). 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. At Mary’s Request, a Graveside Service will be held in SAAMIS PRAIRIE VIEW CEMETERY, 5160 Gershaw Drive SW, on Friday, January 31st, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. Memorial gifts in Mary’s memory may be made to the S.P.C.A., 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 Mary Lonson. Radio funeral announcement can be heard on Thursday around 11:45 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

.1931 ~ MILLIGAN ~ 2014
Edna Milligan, beloved wife of Mr. Jim Milligan of Medicine Hat, passed away on January 23rd, 2014. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Edna Milligan. 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

.1937 ~ HUST ~ 2014
Mrs. Esther “Edna” Hust of Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Thursday, January 23rd, 2014 at the age of 76 years. Edna leaves to cherish her memory four children, Ron (Lorna) Hust, Sandy Sanderson (Derick Oldford), Brian Hust, and Gord (Lorna) Hust; five grandchildren, Jeffrey, Stephanie, Christopher, Taylor, and Michael Hust; and three sisters. Edna was predeceased by her parents, Frank and Mary Dyck; one son, James Edward Hust; and two sisters. At Edna’s request, no formal funeral service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Edna’s memory may be made 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 Edna Hust. 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

.1953 ~ KERN ~ 2014
Phyllis Kern of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, January 20th, 2014 at the age of 60 years. Phyllis leaves to cherish her memory her common-law husband, Earl Frey of Medicine Hat; her former spouse, Roland “Rolly” Kern of Medicine Hat; two sons, Dennis (Moria) Littlewood and Brent Littlewood; numerous grandchildren; one brother, Donny (Cindy); three sisters, Elsie (Al), Alice (Warrner) and Diane; and Phyllis’ beloved dog, Oakley. Phyllis was predeceased by two sons, Darren and Victor; one daughter, in infancy; her parents, Raymond and Geneva Hanson; and one brother-in-law, Lloyd. Phyllis was born in Foam Lake, Saskatchewan on May 28th, 1953 and resided in Medicine Hat. Funeral Services will take place at a later date. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Phyllis Kern. 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

.ANGELA McGARRY
1975 ~ 2014
Angela Dawn (Angie) McGarry passed away in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, January 22, 2014, at the age of 38 years. Angie’s memory will be cherished in the hearts of her family: father, Pat; sister, Rhonda (Rob) and their children, Brady and Caleb; life partner, Stephanie and her children, Nichole and her children Lucas and Sophia; Jacob; Jennifer and Darren. Angie will also be lovingly remembered by numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends. She was predeceased by her mother, Sharlene, as well as her grandparents, Fred and Irene Mehrer and Jack and Rosina McGarry. Angie was born in Lethbridge, Alberta on July 2, 1975. At the age of 5, her family moved to Medicine Hat where she resided until her passing. A Memorial Celebration will be held in the Heights Baptist Church Fellowhip Hall, 1250 Division Avenue South, Medicine Hat on Friday, January 31, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. with Pastor Art Hildebrand officiating. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honour Angie’s memory are encouraged to do so by giving their kids a hug. Honoured to serve the family is COOK SOUTHLAND Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4V4. Telephone: 403-527-6455.

.ATSATATA
Maria Kitura Atsatata of Medicine Hat, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2014, at the age of 29 years, beloved partner of Randy Yuhas. The funeral service will be held in the First Assembly of God Church (395 9th Street SE) on Thursday, January 30, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Ken Roset officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Maria Atsatata, 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

.HIRSEKORN
Wayne Douglas Hirsekorn passed away on Friday, January 24, 2014, at the age of 64 years, beloved husband of Reine Hirsekorn of Olds, Alberta . He also leaves to cherish his memory his sons, Darcy (Tori) Hirsekorn of Martensville, Saskatchewan, and David (Jamie) Hirsekorn of Olds, Alberta; two grandchildren, Davin and Matthew; his brother, Richard (Diane) Hirsekorn of Brooks; four sisters, Pat (Dave) Dunn of Calgary, Connie (Jason) Reid of Airdrie, Sharon (Murray) Hauck of Brooks and Debbie (Gerry) Fode of Medicine Hat as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, William and Edna Hirsekorn. Wayne was born in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba on October 13th, 1949. He graduated from Medicine Hat High in the Class of 1967. From 1967-1973 he was employed at the Dominion Glass factory in Redcliff, Alberta. He married Reine Beaulac in Medicine Hat, Alberta on April 17th, 1971 and his son Darcy was born on October 13th, 1972. He moved his family to Pine Point, N.W.T in 1973 where Wayne worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator. He later obtained his Journeyman Machinist Ticket. His son David was born in Hay River, N.W.T on July 13th, 1976. Wayne and his family then moved to Unity, Saskatchewan in 1983 where he worked at the Sifto Salt plant until 1997. In 1997, Wayne and Reine then moved to Prince Albert, Saskatchewan where Wayne worked at the Weyerhauser Pulp and Paper Mill. In 2006, he moved to Brooks, Alberta where he was employed at TCB Machining until 2010. In 2010, he moved to Olds, Alberta where he enjoyed retirement and spent his time working at Wal-Mart. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. Interment will follow in the Redcliff Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Central Alberta Cancer Clinic, 3942 50A Ave, Red Deer, AB T4N 4E7. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Wayne Hirsekorn, 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

.NOLIN
Jeanne Rita Nolin of Medicine Hat passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2014, at the age of 85 years, beloved wife of the late Charles Nolin. The funeral service will be held at Chinook Village (2801 13th Ave SE entrance 10) on Friday, January 31, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and NWT Palliser Chapter, 401D 3rd St. SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 0G8. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Jeanne Nolin, 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

.ROBERT JOHN NAISMITH

July 21, 1935 ~ January 25, 2014

Robert John Naismith passed away after a brief battle with cancer at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat, on Saturday, January 25, 2014, at the age of 78 years. Bob to everyone who knew him, arrived in the world on July 21, 1935, in Medicine Hat just minutes apart from his twin, David. He was a life-long resident of Medicine Hat, except for a few years living in Seven Persons where among many contributions to the community, he was a member of the volunteer fire department and where he still has many friends. Bob played guitar and loved to ‘jam’ at frequent musical sessions with his beloved cousin, Ruth Mosher of Medicine Hat. He was employed at Northwest Nitro chemical plant for 30 years before his retirement, after which he worked at Hill Home Hardware where many customers and staff remember him fondly. Bob was predeceased by his brother, David, of Kamloops, BC; sister, Helen Elizabeth Whittig, of Red Deer; parents, Hugh and Mary Jane Naismith of Medicine Hat, as well as several aunts, uncles and cousins. He is survived by his cousin and devoted friend, Ruth Mosher; brothers, Archie (Rene) of Edmonton, Neil (Yvonne) of Winnipeg; niece, Leslie of Vancouver; nephew, Steve of Kamloops; brother-in-law, Lyle Whittig; niece, Wynn (Roger) and nephew, Paul (Jackie) all of Red Deer; nephew, Scott (Erin) and grandnephew, Liam of Winnipeg. Cremation has taken place. In keeping with Robert’s wishes, there will be no formal service. Everyone is asked to remember him in your hearts. His family is forever indebted to the St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice for the extraordinary care and attention provided to him during his stay there. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in memory of Bob may be made directly to St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice, 156 – 3 Street N.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1. Bless you Bob, you were an honourable, thoughtful brother and friend. (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.

.SIEDLECKI
Eugene John Siedlecki, beloved husband of Mary Ann Siedlecki of Medicine Hat, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, January 21, 2014, at the age of 69 years. He leaves to cherish his memory two children, Neal (Lori) Siedlecki, Randy (Wanda) Siedlecki; four grandchildren, Wyatt, Sierra, Darian and Kadence; two sisters, Helen (Ken) Saunders and Lee (Irv) Roth as well as one niece Anita Saunders (Prem) and their family. He was predeceased by his parents Frank and Cecilia Siedlecki and his niece Shauna Saunders. Eugene was born on June 12, 1944. On July 23, 1966, he married Mary Ann in Medicine Hat where they made their home and raised their family. Eugene worked for many years as an automobile mechanic at Gardner Motors and then Jackson Dodge. He enjoyed camping, boating, spending time at the acreage and fixing almost anything in his spare time. If something was broke, he could fix it. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Tuesday from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. or at the church on Wednesday from 9:30 to 10:25 a.m. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. with Fr. Matthew Emmelkamp celebrant. Interment will follow in Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the S.P.C.A., 55 South West Dr SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 8E8, (403)526-7722. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Euguene Siedlecki, 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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