March 13, 2014
By Obituaries on March 13, 2014.
.1922 ~ WOYCIEHOUSKI ~ 2014
With broken hearts we announce the passing of Dorothy May Woyciehouski on Sunday, March 9th, 2014 at the Good Samaritan Society Residence. Dorothy was the beloved wife of Clarence Woyciehouski for over 68 years of marriage. Dorothy was born on March 22nd, 1922 in Manyberries, Alberta, the oldest child of Stanley and Kathleen Carter. On January 1st, 1946, Dorothy married Clarence Woyciehouski and had their two children in the 1950s, Wayne (Esmeralda) of Calgary and Merna (John) Bazian-Ramberg of Lethbridge. She also leaves to cherish her memory three grandchildren, Lance Bazian (Shannon) of Louisiana, Danielle Outhet (Kevin) and Steven Everett (Lindsay), both of Calgary; and two great-grandchildren, Maddox and Jacek Bazian. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Friday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and at the CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS, 7 Saamis Rotary Way SW, on Saturday from 2:00 to 2:45 p.m. in the Relief Society Room. The Funeral Service will be held in the CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS on Saturday, March 15th, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. with Bishop Prince officiating. Interment will take place in the Family Plot at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Dorothy’s memory may be made to the Good Samaritan Society, 550 Spruce Way SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1B 4P1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Dorothy Woyciehouski. Radio announcement can be heard on Friday around 11:45 a.m. on Praise 93.7 fm. 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
.1924 ~ LAROCQUE ~ 2014
Joseph Nelson LaRocque of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, March 11th, 2014 at the age of 89 years. The Funeral Service will be held in SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Friday, March 21st, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. with Father Philip Le officiating. Interment will follow in the Field of Honor at Hillside Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Joseph Larocque. 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
.1925 ~ HELLER ~ 2014
Edwin Heller, beloved husband of Mrs. Vi Heller of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, March 7th, 2014 at the age of 89 years. Edwin also leaves to cherish his memory five children, Barry (Pat) Heller, Valinda (Vern) Helm, Valerie (Delwin) Welk, Vidette Heller, and Brent (Jami-Loy) Heller; eight grandchildren, Kyle (Janet) Heller, Jocelyn Heller, Donaven (Amanda) Welk, Donita (Terry) Hartwick, Laurel Welk, Dawson Welk, Blake Heller, and Aiden Heller; seven great- grandchildren, Katelyn and Zachary Heller, Mavric, Cash and Parker Welk, Russell and Mitchell Hartwick; one brother, Theophil Heller; three sisters, Irene (Ted) Jess, Annette (Lawrence) Sackmann, and Bertha (Milbert) Riegel; one half-brother, Sam Wagner; Vi’s brother, William (Verna) Stuber; Vi’s sister, Delores (Gerald) Gartly; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Edwin was predeceased by his parents, Conrad and Elizabeth Heller; one grandson, Bryce Heller; one sister, Hildagard (Harold) Stelter; half siblings, Erna (Robert) Schweeder, John Heller, Emil Heller (Lil and Bill Hutton), Emmanuel (Hilda) Heller, Mary (Otto) Stuber, Eli (Sophie) Wagner, William (Bertha) Wagner, and Ruth (Emil) Brost; two sisters-in-law, Lizzy Heller and Martha Wagner; and his parents-in-law, Frank and Molly Stuber. Edwin was born in Medicine Hat on January 20th, 1925. He grew up on the family farm in Wisdom which he took over in 1948. He married Violet Stuber on November 23rd, 1951 and they remained in Wisdom until after their children, Barry and Valinda, were born. In 1957, they moved to a farm just outside Medicine Hat where they continued farming at Wisdom and at home. During that time, Valerie, Vidette and Brent were added to the family. Ed loved his Lord, his family, farming and cattle. He enjoyed being with his children, playing with his grandchildren and watching them in their different activities. Church was a very important part of his life. He enjoyed singing in various quartets and later in the men’s chorus. He volunteered by ushering and greeting as well as serving at The Prairie Gleaners and helping wherever there was a need. Ed loved to read and read the Medicine Hat News every day. After a courageous battle with cancer, he peacefully slipped into the arms of Jesus. He was a wonderful and loving husband and father and will be deeply missed by all his family and friends. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Friday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held in HILLCREST EVANGELICAL MISSIONARY CHURCH, 3785 – 13th Avenue SE, on Saturday, March 15th, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Mark Bolender officiating. A Private Interment will take place in the Family Plot at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Edwin’s memory may be made to The Prairie Gleaners, 112 – 1st Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 3Y9, or to Whispering Pines Camp, Box 23110, Medicine Hat Mall PO, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1B 4C7. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Edwin Heller. Radio funeral announcement can be heard on Friday around 11:45 a.m. on 93.7 Praise FM. 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 ~ HADLER ~ 2014
Darrell Brent Hadler, “Had”, passed away in the early hours of Tuesday, March 11th, 2014 at the young age of 56. Darrell leaves behind his loving wife, Diane; his two children, Chad Hadler and Michelle (Chad) Hurlbert; his parents, Del and Marion Hadler; his sister, Lori (Doug) Streifel and his four grandchildren, Jaxon and Rio Hadler and Jada and Camryn Hurlbert. Darrell was predeceased by his father- and mother-in-law, John and MaryAnn Thome. Darrell was born in Medicine Hat on September 25th, 1957. As a kid, Darrell was often tearing up the coulees and later, in his teens, was often tearing up the streets in his muscle car. While working in the family business, Red Owl Foods, he matured into a fine young man and found his wife, Diane. They were married in 1977, and he enjoyed building their first home, a log house, with his own two hands. They had two beautiful children, Chad and Michelle. Throughout the years, Darrell volunteered many hours to his church, community, his kids’ activities, and helping countless people with countless odd jobs. No task was ever too difficult or complex for Darrell to tackle. After working at Wedding Star and driving school bus for Totem, he then decided to become his own boss and created “Had’s Handyman”. Years later, he and Diane started up their business of Five Star Home Inspections. When you couldn’t find Darrell inspecting homes, you would find him out at Elkwater Lake where he volunteered countless hours to the community. At their cabin, he enjoyed building his grandkids’ a recreational area which included a state-of-the-art tree house, complete with shingles and siding. Darrell loved his family deeply and his world revolved around spending time with them. He will be dearly missed by all his family and his many friends.
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. The Funeral Service will be held in HILLCREST EVANGELICAL MISSIONARY CHURCH, 3785 – 13th Avenue SE, on Friday, March 14th, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Steve Pahl officiating. A Private Interment will take place in the Family Plot at Hillside Cemetery. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Darrell Hadler. Radio funeral announcement can be heard on Thursday around 11:45 a.m. on 93.7 Praise FM. 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
.Just as spring seems to have sprung… a new journey’s just begun. It was just one week ago that family were joined by friends at Westminster United Church as they honoured the life of their beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, Auntie and friend, Viola Foster. With careful planning, Viola’s family ensured that this day would be filled with numerous wonderful and lasting memories. The celebration was filled with special poems and scripture… an informal time of tribute where the great-grandkids handed out candies and closed with a slide show of memories. A final farewell and committal was held at Hillside Cemetery, with fellowship in the Hall thereafter.
Emulate how she lived,
Honour her each and every day,
A shining star in the night’s sky,
Watching over & lighting your way.
Her Life Lived…
Her Life Cherished…
Her Life Honoured.
Courtesy of Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455
.LES ERICKSON
1955 ~ 2014
Les Erickson, beloved husband of Paulette Erickson, passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2014 at the age of 58 years.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00am on Monday, March 17, 2014 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4th Street South, Lethbridge, with Reverend Terry Shillington, officiating.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels Ltd. 1.800.382.2901. Send condolences at http://www.mbfunerals.com.
.LORRAINE HOOK
(nee Northey)
The family of Lorraine Hook is saddened to announce the passing of their Mother.
Lorraine was predeceased by her husband Jim in 1993. She will be lovingly remembered by her children; Brenda, Brent and Jeri and all their families.
Lorraine along with her husband spent many years in Medicine Hat and in 1992 they together moved to Qualicum Beach BC.
To send a condolence to the family please visit http://www.yatesfuneral.ca
YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM
(1.877.264.3848) in care of arrangements.
.SCHNEIDER
Rosie “Rose” Lucy Schneider of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2014, at the age of 82 years, beloved wife of the late Michael Schneider. She leaves to cherish her memory five children, Susan Wenzel, Wilfred (Audrey) Schneider, Michael Schneider (Trish), Eileen (Frank) Lloyd and Annette Johnston (John Engel); sixteen grandchildren, Tammy (Sheldon) Periera, Tracy, Michael and Melanie Wenzel, Jasmine Baker; Lynda and Leandra Schneider; Michelle Schneider; Zachariah Pinel; Dawn Ternes, Carwyn and Carys Lloyd; Eric and Evan Johnston, Ashley and Sean Engel; four great grandchildren, Kiara Bass, Zoe Nguyen, Dexter and Lincoln Periera; one brother, Paul (Phyllis) Schafer as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Rosalia and Paul Schafer; her husband Mike on July 25, 2007 and one sister Anne Walker. Rose was born on May 27, 1931 near Leader, Saskatchewan and was raised on a farm near Empress, Alberta. She was always a hard worker and had to help a lot with the farming growing up with her father in the war. Rose continued this hard work as a farm wife later on. She married Mike Schneider of Fox Valley, Saskatchewan on October 24, 1955 and they moved onto a farm and spent the next 32 years there raising their five children. Rose took pride in whatever task she was doing and instilled the importance of hard work in her children by always having one working alongside her. She loved to cook, bake and sew. Family is very important to her as well as getting together with friends and neighbors for visits. She loved to play cards, dance, sing and family history was her passion. Rose seemed to know everyone and how many children and grandchildren they have and took a real interest in knowing them better. She was very devoted to her faith, attended mass weekly and was a member of the C.W.L. for 54 years. Rose had a strong sense of community even in her last five years while living at Good Samaritans. She was always up to something and trying to help someone else. Rose always knew what to do. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren of whom she was so very proud and loved unconditionally. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Friday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 9:30 – 10:25 a.m. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in the Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Saturday, March 15, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. with Fr. Philip Le celebrant. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Parkinson Society of Southern Alberta, #101, 928 Allowance Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3G7. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Rose Schneider, 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
