February 24, 2014

By Obituaries on February 24, 2014.

.1921 ~ SEHN ~ 2014
Margaret Sehn (Buettner) of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, February 14th, 2014 at the age of 92 years. The Funeral Mass was celebrated yesterday in HOLY FAMILY PARISH at 1:30 p.m. with Father Matthew Emmelkamp, celebrant. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Margaret’s memory may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Margaret Sehn. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, “The Chapel in the Park”, locally owned and directed. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone (403)528-2599

.1930 ~ CRUICKSHANK ~ 2014
Mrs. Margaret Janet Cruickshank, beloved wife of Mr. William “Bill” Cruickshank of Medicine Hat, passed away on Saturday, February 15th, 2014 at the age of 83 years. The Funeral Service was held yesterday in SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL at 2:00 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. Interment followed in the Veteran’s Section at Redcliff Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Margaret’s memory may be made to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Margaret Cruickshank. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, “The Chapel in the Park”, locally owned and directed. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone (403)528-2599

.1949 ~ MacDOUGALL ~ 2014
Mr. Darcey Wayne MacDougall, beloved husband of Mrs. Marie MacDougall of Redcliff, passed away on Tuesday, February 18th, 2014 at the age of 64 years. Darcey also leaves to cherish his memory two children, Jefferey “Jeff” (Lindsay) MacDougall of Redcliff and Jennifer MacDougall of Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta. The Funeral Service will be held in SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Wednesday, February 26th, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. Memorial gifts in Darcey’s memory may be made to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation or to the Charity of One’s Choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Darcey MacDougall. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, “The Chapel in the Park”, locally owned and directed. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone (403)528-2599

.1957 ~ HEIDRICK ~ 2014
Mr. Dale Anthony Heidrick of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, February 18th, 2014 at the age of 56 years. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Dale Heidrick. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed by SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, “The Chapel in the Park”, locally owned and directed. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone (403)528-2599

.A week ago today, Cook’s chapel was filled to capacity with over 500 family and friends who gathered to celebrate a much loved and admired, Alexander Jacob Graf. Representation from the many teachers and administration staff including the Lacrosse SunDevils Team and the McCoy Grad Class of 2011, showed their support to the family. There was an abundant display of personal items and picture boards for everyone to recall their special connection with Alexander. Alex was recognized for his many achievements and cheerful disposition which attributed to the many fun loving hours for those who shared time with him. He will be forever missed by his family and friends.
“For I know the plans I have for you,
Plans to prosper you and not to harm you,
Plans to give you hope and a future.”
His Life Lived…
His Life Cherished…
His Life Honoured.
Courtesy of Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

.BOYKO
Linda Dawn Boyko passed away at the age of 65 years, beloved wife of Al Boyko of Redcliff. She leaves to cherish her memory two children, Kris Boyko and Kelly Boyko (Jason Green); In 1999, her daughter Kelly gave birth to her grandson Randyn. In 2009, a granddaughter Jazlyn was welcomed to her family. Like her own children, Randyn and Jazlyn brought great joy into Linda’s life and she treasured them greatly; one brother, Brian McGrath (Noreen Shepard). She was predeceased by her parents Jack and Eleanor McGrath and one son in infancy. Throughout her life, Linda had a variety of health issues but those issues did not hold her back. Despite her illnesses, she will be remembered for the smile she always had on her face, the positive outlook she always kept and the smiles she could put on the faces of those around her. Linda was a stay at home mom for the majority of her life and whether it was her kids or grandkids, she cherished the time she spent with all of them. Linda loved sports and participated when able, but her real love was to watch Kris, Kelly, Randyn and Jazlyn. She was a puzzle junkie, whether sudoku, word puzzles or games on the computer, especially her DSI XL. With respect for Linda’s wishes, no formal funeral service will be held. Cremation has taken place. A private family interment service will take place in Eatonia, Saskatchewan at a later date. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Renal Dialysis Unit or the Palliative Care Unit, both c/o Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, 666 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 4H6. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Linda Boyko, 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

.ESTELLA GRACE YEAST
May 18, 1925 – February 20, 2014
Estella Grace Yeast passed away peacefully on February 20, 2014 at Medicine Hat, Alberta. She is survived by her sons, Robert (Denyse), David, Perry (Marlene), and daughter Joanne (Murray), Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren and nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her sister Helen Maclean, and brothers William (Muriel) and Gerald (Wilma). Estella was born to William John and Ethel Dorcas MacPhee on May 18, 1925 at MacPhee Corner Village, Nova Scotia. She grew up, third from the youngest, in a family of seventeen children. In 1929 her family moved to a dairy farm near Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia. It was here that she received her education at the Shubenacadie District school. She trained as a hair dresser and worked at the Blue Moon Salon in Halifax.Estella met Perry (P.A.) Yeast at a Saddie Hawkins dance at Debert, Nova Scotia. Perry was stationed there during World War II with the Canadian Air Force. She asked P. A. to dance. He replied that he didn’t know how. She said, “Well you can try can’t you”! Perry never looked back and they were married November 7, 1945. Estella came west with Perry to the family ranch at Fox Valley, Saskatchewan. Life on the prairies was somewhat more rustic than what Estella was use to. There was no running water or electric power. She courageously followed P.A. and in 1947 they established the Black Eagle Ranch south west of Elkwater. Together they raised a family of four children, Robert (Denyse) Yeast of Calgary, David (Judy) Yeast of Seven Persons, Joanne (Murray) Johnston of Eston, Saskatchewan, Perry (Marlene) Yeast of Elkwater.
Estella was a remarkable cook, spotless homemaker and a gracious hostess. She served countless meals to family, those working the ranch and to the numerous guests P.A. invited home. She always made everyone feel welcome and made sure they were well fed. Her apple pie was renowned and a family favorite.
Estella and P.A. retired to Medicine Hat. After P.A.’s passing Estella lived on her own at the Scherer Apartments. In her last few years, Estella was lovingly cared for by the staff at the Sunnyside Care Centre, Medicine Hat Hospital 6 West and Palliative Care.
Estella’s memory will live on in a special way in the hearts of those she knew and loved.
Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Saturday, from 12 noon – 12:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, February 22, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Greg Keen officiating. Interment will take place in the St. Margaret Cemetery at a later date. 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 or to the Canadian Red Cross Society c/o 398 Aberdeen Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 0R2. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Estella Yeast, 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

.NICHOLS
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Shirley Anne Nichols on Thursday, February 20, 2014, at the age of 64 years, beloved wife of Bryon Nichols of Medicine Hat. She leaves to cherish her memory one son Trevor (Tabby) Nichols of Medicine Hat; three brothers, Ben Beck, Gerry (Linda) Beck and Ron (Darlene) Beck; one sister-in-law Marilyn (Earl) Neilson; her mother-in-law Ida Nichols as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Eva and Benjamin Beck and her father-in-law Jack Nichols. Shirley was a good cook and loved to feed everyone and she enjoyed going camping. She always called her family to make sure they were OK, something that will be greatly missed. She had a wonderful sense of humor and was always laughing. To honour Shirley’s request, no funeral service will be held. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Brain Injury Relearning Services 856 Allowance Ave. SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 7S6; Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre (Medicine Hat Regional Hospital) c/o 666 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 4H6 or 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: Shirley Nichols, 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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