May 27, 2014

By Obituaries on May 27, 2014.

.1909 ~ JUSSILA ~ 2014
Martha Jussila of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Ansgarius Jussila, passed away on Saturday, May 24th, 2014 at the age of 104 years. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Martha Jussila. 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

.1923 ~ JANGULA ~ 2014
Mary Jangula, beloved wife of the late Peter Jangula of Medicine Hat, passed away on Thursday, May 22nd, 2014 at the age of 91 years. Mary leaves to cherish her memory three sons, Larry (Jeanette) Jangula of Courtney, B.C., Jim Jangula of Medicine Hat, Joe (Jenelle) Jangula of Empress; one daughter, Brenda (Billie) Dauphinee of Kitimat B.C; eleven grandchildren, Angie Friesen (Rob Shakespeare), Todd Jangula, Craig Jangula, Nicole (Larry) Pawluk, Tanya (Travis) Reesor, Christopher Jangula, Lee Jangula (Leslie Aspland), Crystal (Earl) Fraser, Dawn Marie Dauphinee (Ron Pierre), Peter Dauphinee and Heather Dawn Jangula (Tyler Jessries); five great grandchildren, Justin Estabrooks, Jennie Estabrooks, Spencer Pawluk, Parker Fraser and Griffin Reesor; numerous nieces and nephews; as well as all her adopted family that she graciously welcomed not only into her heart but to her home as she opened it up to everyone. Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Peter Jangula; one son, Jerome Jangula; two daughters-in-law, Virginia Jangula and Karen Jangula; as well as two brothers and eight sisters. Mary was born March 7th, 1923 on the family farm near Liebenthal, Saskatchewan. She was raised and educated in the Mendham area. On October 23rd, 1946 she married Peter and in 1952 they moved to a dairy farm north of Medicine Hat where the present Co-op is situated. In 1955 they relocated to a farm eight miles north of Empress and retired in 1977 to Medicine Hat. During her retirement Mary enjoyed gardening with Peter crocheting and playing cards. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Monday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. and from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. and at HOLY FAMILY PARISH, 1451 Strachan Road SE, on Tuesday from 12:00 to 12:45 p.m. The Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be said at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Monday, May 26th, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at HOLY FAMILY PARISH on Tuesday, May 27th, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. with Father Matthew Emmelkamp, celebrant. Interment will follow in the Family Plot at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Mary’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 – 1865 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 1Z8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Mary Jangula. 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

.1946 ~ CAMPBELL ~ 2014
Gerald Wayne Campbell of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of Claudette Campbell, passed away on May 21st, 2014. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel. Memorial gifts in Gerald’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 Gerald Campbell. Funeral arrangements 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

.BITZ
Dusty Bitz passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2014, at the age of 65 years, beloved husband of Barb of 45 years. He also leaves to cherish his memory his son, Jason (Brandi); his daughter, Angela (Greg); four grandchildren; one sister Millie (Gord); his brother, Jerry (Donna) and his mother-in-law, Louise Knutson. He was predeceased by his parents, Eva and Nick Bitz and Barb’s father, Pat Taylor. Dusty was a true friend, a loving husband, father and grandfather. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, June 1, 2014 at the Southside Event Center, (4 Strachan Court SE) from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Dusty Bitz, 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

.KENNETH ROBERT VAIR
Ken Vair of Medicine Hat passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2014, in the Palliative Care Unit of the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital while surrounded by his wife, children, brothers, sisters and nieces. Ken was born January 2, 1943, in Lethbridge and raised in Medicine Hat. Growing up in a family with 10 brothers and sisters prepared him for the Canadian military. He joined the Provost Corp in 1962, serving at bases in Canada and as part of the First U.N. Peace Keeping Mission to Cyprus. In 1965, he married Gloria Obrigewitch and in 1967, they returned to Medicine Hat to stay and start their family. He was employed by Hank Valk Construction and Ben Velner Construction until illness struck in 1989. He outlasted all doctors’ predictions and survived 25 years until succumbing. Ken is survived by Gloria, his wife of nearly 49 years; son, Murray of Calgary; daughter, Tanya (Stoney) Hines of Drayton Valley and son, Clint of Edmonton; grandchildren, Delaney, Brody and Kaycee Jay Hines of Drayton Valley; brothers, Frank (Elaine), Don (Dixie) and Tom (Diane) all of Medicine Hat as well as sisters, Peggy (Mike) Dase of Pincher Creek, Pat Franzen of Medicine Hat, Anna Mae Vair of Calgary, Susan (Henry) Seifried of Brooks and Vicki (Tony) Steidel of Duchess. He was predeceased by his parents, Norman and Marie (McCartney) Vair; sister, Lillian; brother, Jim; brother-in-law, Bob Franzen and his in-laws, Matt and Polly Obrigewitch. The family would like to thank all of the dedicated medical professionals who helped Ken through 25 tough years, especially Dr. Soo for all of his loyalty and support. A Celebration of Ken’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Thursday, May 29, 2014, at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Father Fred Monk officiating. Interment will follow in the Field of Honour at Hillside Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully declined and donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 124, 430 – 6 Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8 or to Parkinson Alberta, 101, 928 Allowance Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 3G7. (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.

.LAWRENCE
Coralee Marie Lawrence passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2014, at the age of 25 years, beloved daughter of Mike and Linda Lawrence. She also leaves to cherish her memory her grandparents, Dale (Vera) Lawrence; her aunts and uncles, Brenda (Darrell) Seitz, Patrick Lawrence, Susan Lawrence, Bonnie (Rick) Hanson, Dennis (Sharon) Lanz, Lorraine Hirning; her cousins, Derek (Karla), their children, Mackenzie, Marlon and Milica; Dean (Robin), their children, Dawson and Danica; Chris; Sarah (fiancé Dustin); Dana (Bridgette); Tia; Heather (Harold), their child, James; Michael; Clifford and Sandra; numerous great aunts and uncles and her special friend Gerry McNeil. Also special to Coralee were all the aids and support staff that have been with her throughout her life, including Sandra Auger. Coralee was born and raised in Medicine Hat. She attended Irvine School and Eagle Butte School. After graduation in 2008, her days were spent at CORE, where she made many great friends. It was during her time at CORE she developed a love for swimming and bowling. Coralee also loved animals, especially dogs and pigs. As evidenced by her large pig collection. She will always be remembered by her warm, loving nature and her tireless dancing. She was predeceased by her grandparents, Jim (Mary) McCaig. Coralee loved to wear flip flops and shorts, so please come dressed in casual active wear in Coralee’s memory. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Wednesday, from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. and on Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. (Please note: change of service time) The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Thursday, May 29, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Dr. Nancy Cocks officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the C.O.R.E. Association 412 3rd Street SE, Medicine Hat, T1A 0H1 or to the S.P.C.A. – 55 Southwest Drive SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8E8. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Coralee Lawrence, 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

.PAUL HANNAH
1931 ~ 2014
It is with sadness that family of Paul Mark Hannah, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Katherine Hannah, announce his passing in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, May 21, 2014, at the age of 82 years. Those wishing to pay their respects will have the opportunity to do so one hour prior to the Prayer Service and one hour prior to the Funeral Mass. Vigil Prayers will be recited at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., on Tuesday, May 27, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta on Wednesday, May 28, 2014, at 1:00 p.m., with Reverend Father Philip Le celebrant. Interment will take place following the Funeral Mass at Hillside Cemetery (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

.VAUGHAN
Gordon James Vaughan passed away on Friday, May 23, 2014, at the age of 88 years, beloved husband of Roberta “Bobbie” Vaughan and predeceased by his first wife Jean on May 10, 1983. He also leaves to cherish his memory his son, Grant (Mary Lynne) Vaughan of Medicine Hat; two grandchildren, Jeremy Vaughan of Calgary and Tyrell (Jenna) Vaughan of Medicine Hat; his great granddaughter, Brynn, and one sister, Olive (Peter) Evans of Cranbrook, B.C.; Jean’s sisters, Leona (Basil) Leismeister, Minnie (Emanuel) Houff and Violet Houff as well as numerous nieces and nephews and many relatives in England. Besides Jean, he was predeceased by his parents, Rose and Charlie Vaughan; his mother and father-in-law, Olga and Otto Sieppert; his brother-in-law, John Houff and sister-in-law, Arylene (Alfred) Schimpf and special cousin Jack. Gordon was born on July 31, 1925 in Worral Hill, Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, England and emigrated to Canada with his parents and sister in 1929, at the age of four years, settling in Medicine hat. He was educated at Riverside School and Alexandra High School. At the age of 16, he left school and began working for CP Rail as a call boy, progressing to car checker and senior car-control clerk, finishing his career in May of 1985 with over 43 years of service. Starting in the late 1950’s through the 60’s and mid 70’s, he coached and managed men’s and ladies fastball. In addition, he was an active 5-pin bowler, a member of the 5-pin Bowling Association. He competed in many competitions and tournaments. In January of 1966, he became on of the few Medicine Hat bowlers to achieve a perfect 450 score, which enabled him to participate in the Western Canadian Championship, placing 5th in the men’s singles. He continued to bowl up to 2013. He was a keen sports fan and was a long time season ticket holder with the Medicine Hat Tigers. Upon retirement from CP at 60 years of age, he took up golfing which quickly became a great passion. He managed to record a hole in one while a member of the Elkwater Park Golf Course. He later joined Connaught Golf Club where he golfed regularly with his fellow pensioners. He played golf with is buddies 17 days before his passing. Gordon was a long-time member of the Moose and the Royal Canadian Legion. He was also a member of the Independent Order of Foresters for well over 50 years, holding many executive positions during this time. He was never happier than when spending time with his family. His two grandson’s were the apple of his eye. He always supported their early activities and later careers. The highlight of his past few years was the birth of his first and only great- granddaughter, he will be missed by all. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Tuesday, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and on Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. The funeral service will be held in Westminister United Church on Wednesday, May 28, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Jan Stevenson officiating. A private family interment will take place in Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation, P.O. Box 20143, Kensington Post Office, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8M4 or to the Canadian Cancer Society #102 Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z8; or to the Medicine Hat and District Health Foundation, 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: Gordon Vaughan, 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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