July 5, 2014
By Obituaries on July 5, 2014.
.1916 ~ DURR ~ 2014
Mrs. Mary (Maria) Durr of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Gottlieb Durr, passed away on Tuesday, July 1st, 2014 at the age of 97 years. Sound in her faith, surrounded by the love and support of her family, and the continuous care of the exceptional Staff at Masterpiece, we take comfort in knowing Mary is celebrating her new life with her Lord and Saviour.
Born on September 25th, 1916 to Wilhelm and Elizabeth (Eberwein) Schmidt, Mary was raised in Yugoslavia until the family immigrated to Canada in 1928. Mary settled in Manyberries, Alberta, her passion for breaking tradition, riding horses, helping in the fields and working outside of the home lead her to meet Gottlieb Durr in 1938. On January 21st, 1939 they were wed. Her love of baking, legendary Strudla, gardening, chokecherry picking and jam making was encouraged by all who were on the receiving end of her efforts!
Mary is survived by three children, Mary (Laverne) Lutz, Melvin (Ann) Durr, Janet (Bert) Trudering; one sister, Christina Stimpson; son-in-law, Harvey Anhorn; 10 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; and 4 great great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Gottlieb; daughter, Darlene Anhorn; and 6 sisters. We trust Mary is having a joyful reunion with those who have gone before.
Mary’s Family would like to sincerely thank the exceptionally compassionate and competent staff at Masterpiece River Ridge. The thoughtful attention given to her care and morale will never be forgotten. A special word to her “Chocolate Bar Angel”; with each little sweet treat, you made her feel so special. Thank you for such acts of kindness.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Sunday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and at FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 395 – 9th Street SE, on Monday from 12:30 until 1:25 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD, on Monday, July 7th, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Boyd Thomas officiating. A private interment will take place in the family plot at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Mary’s memory may be made to Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, c/o Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, 666 – 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Mary Durr. 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 ~ CAMERON ~ 2014
James “Jim” Watson Cameron, beloved wife of Mrs. Jean Cameron of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, June 30th, 2014 at the age of 84 years. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel. Memorial gifts in Jim’s name may be made to Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Jim Cameron. 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 ~ LEHR ~ 2014
It is with heartfelt sadness we announce the passing of Mabel Lehr on Thursday, July 3rd, 2014. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Monday from 10:00 a.m. to 1:25 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel on Monday, July 7th, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. with Diaconal Minister Lila de Waal officiating. Interment will follow in the family plot at Redcliff Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Mabel’s memory may be made to 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 Mabel Lehr. 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 HOLLINDA
John Hollinda of Brooks, beloved husband of Betty Hollinda, passed away in Brooks on Monday, June 30th, 2014 at the age of 87 years. John is survived by his loving wife, Betty, his three children and nine grandchildren: J.J. (Heather) and their children Kara, Laura, and Brooke; Ann Marie (Bart) Dillman and their children Walker, Macen and Trey; Michael (Debbie) and their children Nathan, Luke, and James; along with numerous nieces and nephews and extended family. Prayer services will be held on Sunday, July 6th at 7:00 PM from St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Deacon Robert N.J. Wilson officiating. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, July 7th at 11:00 AM from St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Rev. Bryan K. Frank Celebrant. Interment to follow at Brooks Cemetery. In memory of John, if friends desire, memorial tributes may be made to either St. Vincent De Paul Society, c/o St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Box 578, Brooks, Alberta T1R 1B5 or the Brooks and District Health Foundation, Bag 300, Brooks Alberta T1R 1B3.
.KOCH
Benedict “Ben” Koch of Medicine Hat, passed away at the Carmel Hospice surrounded by his family on Monday, June 30, 2014, at the age of 82 years, beloved husband of the late Alice Koch. He leaves to cherish his memory his children, Brian (Betty) Koch, Brent (Louise) Koch, David (Cathy) Koch all of Medicine Hat, Darrell (Audrey) Koch of Richmound and Arlene (Jonathan) Aberle of Schuler; fourteen grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; two brothers, Tim (Marie) Koch and Tony (Georgina) Koch all of Medicine Hat; several nieces and nephews and his special companion, “Lady.” He was predeceased by his parents, Elizabeth and Simon Koch and his wife Alice on December 5, 2010. Ben was born and raised on the farm near Fox Valley Saskatchewan. He developed a love for the farm life and in 1956 he married Alice Hittle and began their own family farm West of Richmound where he farmed and raised his family before retiring to Medicine Hat in 1989. He enjoyed baseball, sports days, dances, camping, playing cards and visiting with friends. Ben was also a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus. He looked forward to morning coffee with his buddies and when he moved to the condo, enjoyed spending time with his new friends Ron and Louise. Dad will be dearly missed by his family and friends. 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. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Sunday at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in the Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Monday, July 7, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Philip Le officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers sympathy donations can be made to Carmel Hospice (St. Joseph’s Home) c/o 156 – 3 St. NE, Medicine Hat, T1A 5M1. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Ben Koch, or you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence or you may visit http://www.gonebutnotforgotten.ca 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
.MURRAY RICHARDSON
1932 ~ 2014
It is with sadness that the family of Murray James Richardson announce his passing which occurred at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Friday, July 4, 2014, at the age of 81 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced upon completion. (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.
.RONALD JOSEPH SCHNELL
March 11, 1931 – July 3, 2014
Ron will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. Ron passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2014 at the age of 83 years, surrounded by his family. Ron is survived by his 5 children, Tamara (Mark Schmidt), Roxanne (Wes Taylor), Greg (Cherry Dodge), Tracey (Todd Jones) & Natalie (Andrew Hudec); and by his 13 grandchildren, Stephanie, Madison & Markus Schmidt; Amanda & Ryan Taylor; Dayna & Kaylyn Schnell; Megan, Ben, Sam & Trisha Jones; and Erin & Zackary Hudec. Ron is also survived by his brothers, Don and Hugh Schnell. He was predeceased by his mother, Amelia; father, Frank; his brother, Lawrence; and his sisters, Shirley and Betty. Please join us for a celebration of his life at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 12th, 2014 at Eden Brook Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home, 24223 Township Road 242, Calgary. In lieu of flowers St. Joseph’s Carmel Hospice, 156 – 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1 would gratefully appreciate donations in Ron’s memory. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ron Schnell. 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
.WUTCH
Alethea “Lee” Mae Wutch (nee Kurpjuweit) of Medicine Hat passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2014, at the age of 74 years, beloved wife of the late Melvin Wutch. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Todd Wutch and Tricia (Brent) Mace all of Medicine Hat. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Tuesday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and at the church on Wednesday from 12:00 noon to 12:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the Hillcrest Evangelical Missionary Church (3785 13th Ave SE) on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Mark Bolender officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Carmel Hospice (St. Joseph’s Home) c/o 156 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, T1A 5M1 or to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre (Medicine Hat Regional Hospital) c/o 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: Lee Wutch, 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
