April 4, 2014

By Obituaries on April 4, 2014.

.1947 ~ HUNCHAK ~ 2014
Chester Hunchak, the Coolest Cat of all time who truly was beloved by all, is gone. Chester passed away on Saturday, March 22nd, 2014 at the age of 67 years. He leaves to cherish his memory Julie Hunchak, Jeannine Hunchak, Jason Zimmer, Monica Smith and her children, Andrea and Nick, Harold (Lillian) Hunchak, numerous nieces and nephews, his many cousins, and all of his friends….he held all of you in his heart. Chester was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Nettie Hunchak; and his brother, Mervin Hunchak (Ravina). Those of us who had the pleasure will remember the good times in the rock pit, but we’re sure that wherever Chester is, there are no closing times, the women are beautiful, the beats are always loud and Mr. C will rock on for eternity. It was no surprise to anyone that his U-Haul business boasted top sales numbers — he could sell ice to an eskimo and the eskimo would come back for more when it melted. Those who’d fallen on hard luck could count on Chester to save the day and he always delivered, whether it was a damsel or dude in distress, he was always there. There are no words to express just how awesome this man was. For those who knew him and even those who crossed his path for a brief moment, he’s left his stamp. Everyone loves you, Chester.
“Always take time for personal thoughts.” Chester Hunchak
The Funeral Service will be held in the MONARCH THEATRE, 609 – 2nd Street SE, on Saturday, April 5th, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. Flowers are graciously accepted and can be delivered to Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, #1 Dunmore Road SE. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Chester Hunchak. 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

.1958 ~ CHERMISHNUK ~ 2014
Jerry Wayne Chermishnuk of Medicine Hat, passed away on Saturday, March 29th, 2014 at the age of 56 years. Jerry was born in Maple Creek on March 19th, 1958 to Michael and Kathryn Chermishnuk. He is survived by his wife, Suzanne; daughters, Amanda and Theresa; his sisters, Elizabeth and Marjorie; his twin brother, Terry (Kathy); many nieces and nephews; and close friends, Blaine and Marci Nunweiler. Jerry was predeceased by his parents; his brother, Larry; his sisters, Frieda and Beverley; and his nephew, Douglas. Jerry started every day with a walk to the store for The Calgary Sun. He always described himself as a voracious reader which made him very interesting to talk to. Jerry was very personable and would strike up a conversation with everyone he met. He was the happiest when his head was under the hood of a vehicle, his hands were greasy, and the radio was blaring. He worked in the gas and oil industry as a mechanic and millwright until he was injured. Jerry will be missed by all those who knew and loved him. At Jerry’s request, cremation has taken place and no formal funeral service will be held. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Jerry Chermishnuk. 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

.FIEGER – Aloise (Al) Anselm
March 11, 1927 – Prelate, Saskatchewan
March 31, 2014 – Calgary, Alberta

Al Fieger beloved husband of Audrey of Calgary, passed away on March 31, 2014 at the age of 87 years.
Al’s golden rule was “work hard and play harder”. He loved life. He was a true entrepreneur experiencing great success in the sign manufacturing and oilfield supply business.
Al was delighted to retire at 55, exchanging his workaholism for a similar dedication to golf. That period encompassed a decade of snow- birding, thousands of ‘rounds’ and 4 holes in one. He was most proud of the hole in one covered in the Fernie newspaper and the article that described both his and Audrey’s hole in one accomplished in the same week , on the same hole.
An avid historian and train buff, Al had many friends and enjoyed a good game of bridge and horseshoes. He was a self-taught techy spending many happy hours on his computer learning the latest advancements.
Al is lovingly remembered by the “prettiest girl he ever saw” – his fun-loving wife of 65 years, Audrey (nee Swain), and his nine children; Leslie, Anne (Steve), Fritz, Wink (Bob), Alanna (Ray), Patti (Bruce), Jay (Shelley), Stevie (Bill), Paul (Ev); grandchildren and great- grandchildren; surviving siblings, in-laws, nieces, and nephews.
Al was predeceased by his parents and three of his siblings.
A Memorial Service will be held in Calgary at a later date. Please forward condolences through http://www.hffs.com.
If friends so desire Memorial Tributes may be made directly to the Rosedale Hospice, 1245 – 70 Avenue S.E. Calgary, AB T2H 2X8.
Al and his family are grateful for the kindness shown him by the staff at Rosedale Hospice and for the compassionate care he received.
HERITAGE FUNERAL SERVICES “Calgary Crematorium Chapel” Telephone: (403) 299-0111

.GIRLING, ROBERT BRUCE
In the early hours of Monday, April 1st, with his loving family at his side, Bob passed away peacefully in his sleep at the age of 65 after a long battle with cancer. He leaves behind the love of his life, Marlene Girling; his only daughter, Shelly, his six sons Scott, Chad, Nathan, Tyson, Jehremy and Adam and their partners, wives and families. He also leaves his step family, Shauna, Dean and Brian. Bob is survived by his mother Helen, aged 92 of Calgary AB, who mourns the loss of her third son. In addition, he leaves his only sister, Jo-ann (Bruce), with his many nieces and nephews as well as numerous friends old and new, including his lifelong friend, Mac Cotton. Grandpa, Papa is survived by 21 grandchildren who adored and loved him, with his many stories and wonderful memories.
Bob enjoyed his work at Forty Mile Gas Co-op and Bow River Gas Co-op where he made many friends. He loved golfing with his sons and also cherished the time he had with step-grandson Tylen, supporting and watching him at his hockey games. Last year, he had the holiday of a life time in Plymouth, England where he spent a magical time with his daughter and her family.
Heart-felt thanks goes to the nursing staff of the palliative care team in Lethbridge, the Jack Ady Cancer Centre and to his doctors for their compassionate care in his final weeks. Bob’s last days were made comfortable and peaceful by the incredible team at St Micheal’s; they were his angels.
A celebration memorial is to be held on Saturday, April 5th from 1.00 – 4.00 pm at 265 Ranchview Cres N.E. Medicine Hat, AB, T1C 0G7 for close family and friends only. In lieu of floral tributes, donations can be made to the Jack Ady Cancer Centre, 960 – 19 Street S. Lethbridge, AB, T1J 1W5, as per Bob’s wishes. Condolences can be sent to marbo@hotmail.ca.

.GLORIA ROSE PARKIN
We are saddened to announce the passing of Gloria Rose Parkin at the age of 82, on the 1st of April, 2014 of Medicine Hat, Alberta.
Gloria is lovingly survived by daughters Rosemary and Sydney (Mike), sons Terrance (Joan), William and David. Also mourning her loss are adopted children to the family Patti Armstrong and Guy Stromsmoe, along with numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild, as well as all friends whom she met throughout her life and her beloved cat Nibs.
At the family’s request, no funeral service will take place. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations in Gloria’s memory be made to the Alberta Children’s Hospital at http://www.childrenshospital.ab.ca
(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

.JOAN MARY LAWRENCE
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joan Mary Lawrence on Friday, November 15th, 2013 at the age of 75 years. Joan was born in Calgary, Alberta on April 5th, 1938 to her parents, Maria and John Plomp. Joan leaves to cherish in memory her daughter, Lanni (Wade) Baumback; sons, Barry Lawrence and James Lawrence; one daughter-in-law, Tanya; and three grandchildren, Justin, April and Jenna. She also leaves two sisters, Betty (Allan) Ross and Mary (Harold) Skidmore; and several nieces and nephews. Joan was pre-deceased by her parents; daughter, Debbie; and brother, Lloyd Plomp. Joan was a long-time employee of Holmes Printing as a Graphic Artist and gained many great friends over the years. Her favorite hobbies included photography, computer graphics and shooting pool with her friends and team mates from the Legion Leagues and, to most recently, the Afterwork ‘O’ team. The friendships she gathered over the years are innumerable. We would like to thank all of Joan’s friends and relatives that visited with her and shared special memories in her time of need. The family would like to sincerely thank the staff at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital and especially St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice for the excellent care Joan received with dignity and compassion during the past month. A Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, April 5th, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at her chosen plot at HILLSIDE CEMETERY, 10th Avenue and Gershaw Drive SW, with Gary Goran officiating. Those wishing to attend the graveside service are asked to meet at the cemetery gates at 10:45 a.m. A Time of Fellowship will follow at the MOOSE LODGE, 2800 – 13th Avenue SE. Memorial gifts in Joan’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 Joan Lawrence. 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

.JOHN TEVEL

December 6, 1955 ~ March 31, 2014

Mr. John Tevel, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Home Carmel Hospice, on Monday, March 31, 2014, at the age of 58 years. John was born in Medicine Hat, on December 6, 1955, a son to William and Helen Tevel and little brother to Gary. They lived on the family farm until the Spring of 1966 before settling in Medicine Hat. He attended Rushlake, Crestwood Elementary, Crescent Heights Jr. High and Medicine Hat High school where he gained his formative school years. John worked many jobs out of high school including spending a winter in the Arctic Circle with Adeco Drilling. When he returned, John started with the CPR and shortly after his orientation and training, he lost his leg to an unfortunate work accident. John also worked for Art’s Excavating, where he was hired for a three-day job and ended up working for the next 20 years. Following that time, John started his own business, WT Holdings where he purchased his first backhoe. He helped many neighbours over the years in between his down time on the rigs. John purchased several acreages over the years where he built his dream shop and house on each one. He was hard working, happy go lucky and willing to help whoever he could. John loved the rodeo circuit and enjoyed the Canadian Finals Rodeo in Edmonton for years, as well as helping out at branding parties in the area. He was predeceased by his parents, William & Helen Tevel. Left to cherish John’s memory is a brother, Gary (Rose) Tevel; numerous cousins in Holland, Alberta, B.C. and Saskatchewan as well as many close friends. The Celebration of John’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Saturday, April 5, 2014, at 1:00 P.M. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. A time of fellowship will follow the service at the Whiskey Creek Pub, 937 – 13 Street S.W., next door to Cook Southland. Interment will take place later this summer. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in John’s memory may be made directly to a charity of one’s own choice. (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 Phone 403-527-6455.

.LUCILLE EUGENIE CORBEL
On Wednesday March 26, 2014 at the Ste. Rose General Hospital Lucille Eugenie Corbel of Ste. Amelie, MB passed away at the age of 66 years.
Lucille was born On October 20, 1947 at the Ste. Rose general Hospital. She is survived by her loving husband Marcel, her sons Michael (Janelle) and Darrell, Her brothers and sisters, Ronald (Kathy) Duruisseau, Aline Piercey. Lionel (Melodie) Duruisseau, Eliane (Barry) Talpash, Della (Maurice) Desjardins, Valerie (Alden) Rank, Noel (Terri) Duruisseau along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Lucille to Higher Ground Christian School in Veinerville, Alberta c/o 1 Shirley Street S.E. Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 8N5 Please Mark “Higher Ground Christian School” in the memo area of your cheque.
Celebration of Life will be held on April 5, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. at the Medicine Hat Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1933 Dunmore Rd SE, Medicine Hat, AB

.VERHOEVEN
Reilly Richard Verhoeven of Medicine Hat passed away at the age of 23 years, beloved son of Rick (Phyllis) Verhoeven and Ericka Baldwinson (Brian Schaffer). He also leaves to cherish his memory his sisters, Aleigha, Tatem and Hope and his step-sister, Brooke; his grandparents, Bill Verhoeven (Christine), Pearl (Ed) Coates and David (Elaine) Baldwinson; his aunts and their families, Annette (Brent) Maser, Denise (Aaron) Mills, Andrea (Humphrey) Cheung, Maria (Rick) Lee and Kurt (Cheryl) Baldwinson; his special cousins, Cole, Bennett and Dean as well as his many close friends. Reilly was very passionate, kind and lived life to the fullest. He loved his family, had many close friends and always continued to make more. You knew when Reilly entered the room. He had a great work ethic and respect for others. His passion was sports, especially basketball. Reilly was a wonderful son, brother, and grandson who will be missed dearly. The funeral service will be held in the Dream Centre, (1714 Saamis Drive N.W.) on Friday, April 4, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Greg Keen and Pastor Brian Fuller co-officiating. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Crescent Heights High School Basketball program through a Trust fund for Reilly Verhoeven. Please make your checks payable to the Reilly Verhoeven Trust Fund or make your deposit at the Canadian Western Bank 102, 1111Kingsway Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 2Y1. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Reilly Verhoeven, 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

.ZUBOT
Rose Zubot (née Schlosser) passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2014, at the age of 84 years, beloved wife of Bernard Zubot of Medicine Hat. She also leaves to cherish her memory four children, Janice (Bob) Schmitt of Carbon, Beverly (Bob Gephart) Zubot of Edmonton, Albin (Marilyn) Zubot of Burstall and Myra (Jack Mitchell) Zubot Mitchell of Lumsden; fourteen grandchildren, Trever (Sheryl) Schmitt, Cora-Leah (Roy Hay) Schmitt, James (Jill) Schmitt, Brent (Christal) Schmitt, Craig (Nicole) Schmitt, Keith Zubot-Gephart, Laura Zubot-Gephart, Matthew Zubot, Curtis (Meghan) Zubot, Kimberly Zubot (fiancé Cliff Long), Lisa (Cisco Vives Boixe) Mitchell, Sean (Min Banwait) Mitchell, Matthew (Janine Johnston) Mitchell and Kiera Mitchell; twenty four great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren; three brothers, Frank Schlosser, John (Margaret Elash) Schlosser and Donald (Pearl) Schlosser as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Barbara and Frank Schlosser; one sister Mary Craven and a sister-in-law Hilda Schlosser. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Sunday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and on Monday at the church from 9:30 – 10:25 a.m. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Sunday evening at 7:00 p.m. The funeral Mass will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Monday, April 7, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. with Fr. Philip Le celebrant. A private interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery on Tuesday. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to The Lung Association of Alberta and NW Territories, Suite 208-17420 Stony Plain Road NW, Edmonton, AB, T5S 1K6. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Rose Zubot 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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