February 4, 2014
By Obituaries on February 4, 2014.
.1931 ~ SCHARF ~ 2014
Ronald Earl Scharf, soul mate of Donna for 58 years next Tuesday and loving father to daughter, Jody (Gord) Merkel and Tim (deceased), passed away on Tuesday, January 28th, 2014 at the age of 82 years. The Funeral Service was held Friday in WESTMINSTER UNITED CHURCH. A private interment followed at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Ronald’s memory may be made to the Parkinson Alberta Society. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ronald Scharf. 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
.1937 ~ CUNNINGHAM ~ 2014
Mr. James “Jim” Chester Cunningham, beloved husband of Mrs. Denise Cunningham of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, January 27th, 2014 at the age of 76 years. A Private Funeral Service was held Friday in SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Jim Cunningham. 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
.1937 ~ ENGEL ~ 2014
Gerhard “Gerry” Engel passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, January 28th, 2014 at the age of 76 years, beloved spouse of Dorinda and loving father to son, Robert (Sheila) Engel, daughter, Cathy Engel, and step-son, Trevor Trainor. He also leaves behind a special niece, Alex Vachon and his godchild, Liz Unrau. Gerhard is survived by his siblings, Waldemar of Stade, Germany, Erwin of Prince George, BC, and Gerda (Ernie) Meston of Swift Current, SK; Dorinda’s parents, Louis and Mary Trainor of Summerside, PEI; brothers-in-law, George (Marg) and St. Clair of Medicine Hat; sister-in-law, Sheila of Summerside; and niece, Jillian of Charlottetown, PEI; the mother of Robert and Cathy, Carol McIvor; numerous nieces and nephews in Canada and Germany; and his dog and special friend, Molly. Gerhard was predeceased by his parents, Wilhelm and Elsa Engel; his son, David; his son-in-law, Eric Kochie; his sister, Hildegard; and his sister-in-law, Eunice Trainor. Born on August 26th, 1937 in Bessarabia, Romania, Gerhard moved to Canada with his parents and siblings in 1954, eventually settling in Redcliff. After working at Buick & Coal, Dominion Glass, and Press Brick, he began his long-term employment with the Goodyear plant in 1966, retiring in 1997. Family came first with Gerhard. His other loves were fishing, playing soccer, purchasing vehicles and restoring them. The family would like to thank Dr. Booyens and all the staff at The Masterpiece for their exceptional care of Gerhard. At Gerhard’s request, there will be no funeral service. A Celebration of Gerhard’s Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Gerhard’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society, 401D – 3rd Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0G8, or to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation, #124, 430 – 6th Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8, or to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, 666 – 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6, or to the ALS Society, #400, 320 – 23rd Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2S 0J2. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Gerhard Engel. 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
.1941 ~ WILSON ~ 2014
Mr. Barry Wilson of Medicine Hat, passed away on Thursday, January 2nd, 2014 at the age of 72 years. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so today at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon. The Graveside Service will be held today in SAAMIS PRAIRIE VIEW CEMETERY, 5160 Gershaw Drive SW at 1:30 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. Memorial gifts in Barry’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 Barry Wilson. 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
.1952 ~ BAUER ~ 2014
Lorraine Bauer of Medicine Hat, passed away on January 25th, 2014. The Funeral Service was held Friday at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel. Memorial gifts in Lorraine’s memory may be made to the Huntington Society of Canada. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Lorraine Bauer. 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
.JENNIFER LYNN RALPH (nee GALE)
December 22, 1976 ~ January 30, 2014
It is with such sadness and sorrow that we announce the passing of our loving wife, sweet daughter, big sister, and world’s greatest auntie, Jennifer Ralph (Gale). Jen was born and raised and led a happy life in Medicine Hat. She celebrated her graduation from McCoy High School in 1996 with her best friend Vanessa. After graduation, Jen met the love of her life, her Newfie, Steven Ralph. They were married on August 18, 2001. Her life with her new husband bloomed with the love and support of her family and friends. Jen and Steve shared a life of simple pleasures; drives for coffee, family celebrations, watching lightning storms, and completely spoiling her nine nieces and nephews with hugs and presents (and if the gifts were Winnie the Pooh themed, all the better). She enjoyed playing darts with her friends, and the occasional game of Bingo. Jen always gave back to those around her and her community. She was a charter member of the Community View Lions Club where she could be seen volunteering at countless events around the city. Jen also had the opportunity to travel on numerous family vacations as well as to Newfoundland and California to visit relatives. Care Cabs provided her with many stories, interesting days, and coworkers she was proud to call friends. We will miss the many precious gifts that Jen brought to our lives; her quick smile, her hearty laugh, and her presence at each and every special event from family suppers, to her brother’s football games. Most of all we will miss her unconditional love she had for each and every one of us. We are a big family and all of her love was needed. We know we were blessed to have Jen in our lives and be part of her journey. We trust now in the promise of eternal life with the angels. Along with her loving husband, Steven, left to cherish Jen’s memory are her parents, Stan and Linda Gale; three brothers, Joshua (Tara) Gale and their children Madelyn and Katelyn; Nicholas (Laura) Gale and their daughter Drew; Nathanial (Hailey) Gale and their children Addyson and Paige; sister-in-law, Karen Ralph and her children Grant, William, Charlie and Matthew. Her memory will forever live on in the hearts of her father-in-law, Charlie Ralph (Noreen Blundon); grandparents, Carl and Lorraine Doll and Roy Gale as well as her cousin, Starr Ralph and her children Austin and Amber. She was predeceased by her grandmother, Anna Gale. A Funeral Mass celebrating Jen’s life will be held at St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church, 238 – 2 Avenue N.E., Medicine Hat on Tuesday, February 4, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Father Alphonse Narisetty celebrant. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) If friends so desire, memorial contributions in memory of Jen may be made to the Community View Lions Club, P.O. Box 21010, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 6N9. Honoured to serve the family is COOK SOUTHLAND Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4V4. Telephone: 403-527-6455.
.JOSEPH COSLOVICH
1931 ~ 2014
Mr. Joseph Coslovich passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Monday, January 27, 2014, at the age of 82 years. Joseph leaves to cherish his memory: three children, Robert (Marlene), Steven and Bonnie (Gord), all of Medicine Hat; grandchildren, Chris (Trina), Michelle (Randy), Nicole (Chad), Rachel (Graham), Marina, Kirstyn, Danielle, Brandi and Devon (Nicole); great-grandchildren, Christine, Amy, Maverick, Jake, Linkin, Kingston, Cylee and Paislee; one brother, Rafaele (Antonia) Coslovich of Triste, Italy; one sister, Gina (Tony) Scrigher of Vancouver as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph & Luiga; the mothers of his children, Rosa and Marlene; one son, Rocky and one daughter, Oriana. Joseph was born in Triste, Italy on September 8, 1931 and immigrated to Canada on March 21, 1957. He enjoyed dancing to country music and coffee with friends at the Husky. Joseph owned and operated his own trucking company for over twenty years and a cleaning company for 10 years before retiring due to his ill health. Joseph was a talented carpenter, a skill he displayed when he built his own home. More than anything, he loved spending time with his family… especially his grandchildren whom he loved dearly. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Monday, February 3, 2014, between 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. as well as on Tuesday, February 4, 2014, starting one hour prior to the service. A Celebration of Joseph’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. (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.
