July 30, 2014

By Obituaries on July 30, 2014.

.1950 ~ BISH ~ 2014
Gloria Anne Bish of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, July 28th, 2014 at the age of 64 years. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Thursday, August 7th, 2014 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and on Friday, August 8th, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Friday, August 8th, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. with The Reverend Canon D. Gene Packwood officiating. Memorial gifts in Gloria’s memory may be made to The Parent-to-Parent Support Group or to the charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Gloria Bish. 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

.ADAM MICHAEL ELLIOTT

September 30, 1981 ~ July 21, 2014

It is with the deepest of sadness and heartache that Dale and Meryle Elliott of Seven Persons announce the passing of their youngest son, Adam Elliott of Medicine Hat on July 21, 2014, at 32 years of age. Along with his parents, Adam is survived by his only brother, Rob Elliott of New Zealand; his son, Hunter Elliott-Mingo and his fiancée, Katrina Barron both of Medicine Hat; grandparents, Lloyd and Bev Elliott of Mitchell, Ontario; grandmother, Doris Connell of Medicine Hat and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends that loved him. He was predeceased by his grandfather, Geo Connell of Medicine Hat and his uncle, Lorne Knutson of Iddesleigh. Adam was raised and attended school in Seven Persons, later attending Medicine Hat High School. While there, he excelled in the Mechanics program where he competed in the AMA Car Care Challenge. He then moved on to the Medicine Hat College where he earned his Journeyman Mechanic Certification. Adam worked for Rodeo Ford in Medicine Hat for 12 years before taking a position with Weatherford where he was employed at the time of his passing. Adam was a devoted father, fiancé, an avid hunter and was just beginning to look forward to camping and exploring the outdoors with his family. Most of all, Adam was a loving son, brother, father, family man and friend that would help anytime he was asked and always offered a helping hand where he could. His unexpected passing will never be understood, but hopefully in time the pain in our hearts will become bareable. Adam will be missed by all that knew and loved him, but mostly by his friends and loving family.

“Adam, we love you and promise to help raise Hunter into a man that you would be proud of. We miss you, and you will be in our hearts forever.”

A Celebration honouring Adam’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Thursday, July 31, 2014, at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Len Barkman and Pastor Maury McNeil officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery with a luncheon and time of fellowship thereafter in the Cook Southland Reception Center. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) If friends so desire, donations in memory of Adam may be made to a Trust Fund in Hunter’s name, account number: 05318973577, at the Bank of Montreal, Main Branch, 606 – 2 Street S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0C9. Honoured to serve the family is COOK SOUTHLAND Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4V4. Telephone: 403-527-6455.Honoured to serve the family is COOK SOUTHLAND Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4V4. Telephone: 403-527-6455.

.ALFRED LAWRENCE NELSON
Alfred Lawrence Nelson of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Lenore Nelson, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2014, at the Carmel Hospice, at the age of 93 years. Alfred was born on July 1, 1921 at the family farm at Elbow, Saskatchewan. He was the youngest of ten children and was the last surviving member of his family. Alf leaves to cherish his memory his two daughters, Patricia (Michael) Brooke of Victoria Harbour, Ontario and Lori (Ray) Townsend of Medicine Hat; two grandchildren, Jeffrey (Charlene) Brooke of Toronto and Tracy Brooke of Whitby, Ontario, and six great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Frances Swift of London, Ontario, and Ray’s children, Dave (Nova) Townsend and Gina Kronebusch, both of Medicine Hat. Alf was predeceased by his wife, Lenore, on November 21, 2003. He met his future wife, Lenore Swift, in Toronto while serving in the air force during World War II. They were married in Toronto on March 2, 1946 and they raised their daughters in the nearby suburb of Aurora. After completing his B. Comm degree from the University of Toronto, he worked in the head office of Crown Life Insurance Company. In 1975, Alf and Lenore left the Toronto area and moved to Elbow, where he farmed with his two brothers. They retired to Medicine Hat in 1988. Alf enjoyed reading (especially non-fiction), working on his computer, curling, golfing, playing cards and Yahtzee, and watching sports – especially the Toronto Blue Jays. A private family service will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Unity Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, 8 Palliser Place NE, Medicine Hat, AB T1C 1X1 or to the Carmel Hospice (St. Joseph’s Home) c/o 156 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, T1A 5M1. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Alfred Nelson, 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

.ANN BRADEN
1950 ~ 2014
Patricia Ann Braden, beloved wife of Nelson and devoted mother to Jonathan (Sarah) and Kaitlan, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Carmel Hospice on Saturday, July 26, 2014 at age 64 years. Ann was the fourth of five children born to Joe and Loraine Thacker, and from an early age she was the spark of the family. She spread her positive spirit to others as an acitve member of the community. Ann’s bubbly personality and “gift of the gab” led to the creation of many lifelong friendships everywhere she lived and visited. She always had a smile on her face, living her life with the mottos “it is what it is” and “an apple pie without the cheese is like a kiss without the squeeze”. Ann is survived by her four siblings, Joe (Bev), May (Brian) Gudmundson, Tom (Coreen) and Barry (Silvia); aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, relatives and many friends. She was predeceased by her parents, Joe and Loraine Thacker. The family would like to extend their sincere thanks to all of Ann’s health care providers for their genuine caring and hospitality for Ann, her family and friends. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made directly to St. Andrew’s United Church stained glass memorial fund, P.O. Box 36, Bow Island, AB., T0K 0G0 or St. Joseph’s Carmel Hospice, 156 – 3 Street N.E., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 5M1. Prayers for Ann will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Thursday July 31, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. The memorial service will be held at St. Andrew’s United Church in Bow Island, 139 – 2 Avenue West, Bow Island on Friday, August 1, 2014 with Reverend Sheila McLeod officiating. Interment will follow at the Bow Island Cemetery and lunch will follow at Cherry Coulee Christian Academy. (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.) Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455.

.BEAUPRE
Eugene Wesley Beaupre, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2014, at the age of 72 years, beloved husband of Linda Beaupre of Redcliff. He also leaves to cherish his memory three children, Eric Abrahamson (his children, Eric Jr., Samantha); Brandy (Keith) Roseboom (Aaron Ý) and Nicole (Randy) Bunney (their children, Trevor, Tyson, Casey); one brother, Fred (Jeanette) Beaupre of Medicine Hat; brothers-in-law, Bill (Linda) Anderson of Medicine Hat, Paul (Connie) Pearce of Lethbridge, Kathy (Brad) Dieterle of Burstall; his mother-in-law, Jean Fandrich of Swift Current as well as numerous nieces and nephews, his best friend Dave (Marie) Stickle his favorite cat and dog, Trouble and Pepper. He was predeceased by his parents, Pauline and Wesley Beaupre; one brother, Grant; Linda’s father, Eric Anderson and her step-father Fred Stickle. Eugene was born on January 16, 1942 in Cornwall, Ontario. In 1987, he married Linda Anderson in Medicine Hat making the Redcliff area their home. Eugene farmed and ranched as well as being employed with the City of Medicine Hat. He loved gardening, playing darts at the Veiner Centre, fishing, camping and painting. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Friday from 12 noon to 12:55. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday, August 1, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend officiating. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made 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: Eugene Beaupre, 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

.Trust account information for at the Bank of Montreal, main branch acct#05318973577

.LA HAY, SHARON
(nee Knight)
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Sharon in Medicine Hat, AB on Saturday, July 26, 2014 at the age of 70 years. She was predeceased by her parents Arley and Evelyn Irwin; brother Donald; and sister Deanna Kornum. Sharon will be lovingly remembered by her husband Ken; sister Miriam Watts; brother Gary (Diane) Irwin; aunt Edna Weins; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends. In her early years Sharon worked as an X-Ray Teck (Darkroom Developer) and as a nurses aid at St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto, ON. Sharon was very active within the deaf/blind community in Medicine Hat, teaching brail and two hand sign language at the Medicine Hat College. Sharon learned brail at the School For The Blind in Brantford ON followed by college and university courses. Sharon was active in blind sports, winning many awards in her class. She was a bit of a globe trotter, as well with her past husband who was a pilot with Air Canada. She was very self-reliant using her faithful dog guides Nahanie and Taylor. She will be dearly missed by all whose lives she touched. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Sharon may be made to the Medicine Hat Public Library. A FUNERAL SERVICE will be held at Regina Funeral Home, Hwy #1 East, Regina, SK on Thursday, July 31, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. A Memorial Service for friends and those who knew Sharon over the years will be held at St Barnabis Church, in Medicine Hat, AB on August 8, 2014 with the time to be announced. A small lunch will follow in the church hall. Arrangements entrusted to Regina Funeral Home (306) 789-8850.

.MARJORIE RIEDIGER
1934 ~ 2014
It is with sadness that the family of Marjorie Marie Riediger announce her peaceful passing which occurred at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Sunday, July 27, 2014, with her husband, Chad by her side. Along with David “Chad”, left to cherish Marj’s memory are her devoted children, Carman (Angie) Riediger of Medicine Hat, Cindy (Paul) Bellefeuille of Okotoks and Virginia Riediger of Lethbridge. She is also survived by her adoring grandchildren, Adam Bellefeuille, Miranda Bellefeuille and Michael Riediger; great-grandson, Aidric Bellefeuille as well as her brother, Art (Connie) Merkel of Strathmore. She is predeceased by her parents, Ned and Bertilla Merkel; brothers, Conn, Fred and Ed Merkel; her mother-in-law and father-in-law; one brother-in-law and one sister-in-law. Those wishing to pay thier respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901- 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Thursday, July 31, 2014, between 7:00 p.m. and 8 p.m. and again starting one hour prior to the service. The celebration of Marj’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Friday, August 1, 2014, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Gerhard Reimer officiating. Interment will follow at Redcliff Cemetery. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com). If friends so desire, donations in Marj’s honor may be made to the Diabetes Education Centre, 666- 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6 or to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, 6007 – 1A Street S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2H 0G5. Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455.

.This past Saturday, family and friends took part in a wonderful celebration of the life of Gail Clarke. As the family walked into the church, granddaughter, Sophie placed some special pictures she made beside Grandma’s urn… Rev. Gene Packwood led the service in scripture and prayer offering comfort in the word of the Lord…the gospel was complimented in the music and songs that were sang during the service and special memories were also shared. As the service closed, grandson Lucas had the honour to carry Grandma’s urn and place it at her final place of rest at Hillside Cemetery.
If at times you feel worlds apart,
Bridge the distance with
Memories in your heart.
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

.PAULINE G. LINNELL
1918 – 2014
Pauline Gwendoline Linnell passed away at South Country Village on Thursday, July 24, 2014 at the age of 95 years. She leaves to cherish her memory her son, Morris (Buryl) of Medicine Hat; one sister, Carel James of Vancouver; granddaughter, Charlene and her daughter, Eartha of White Rock, B.C.; grandson, Darren and his son, Camilo of Salt Spring Island, B.C. Pauline was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Hector and her brother and sister-in-law, Art and Mimi James. Pauline and Hector were married on July 1, 1941 in Vancouver where Hector took leave from the Imperial Bank of Canada (later to become CIBC) to join the war effort. After the war ended and in a series of moves, CIBC transferred the couple to Sangudo, AB; Prince Albert and Bengough, SK, then finally to Lac La Biche, AB. Their retirement years were spent in Kelowna, B.C. During these many moves Pauline made life-long friends and took an interest in each community through volunteer work. Cremation has taken place and she will be laid to rest in Vancouver at a later date. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to Halo Air Ambulance, 12, 49 Viscount Avenue S.W., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A?5G4. (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.

.SHERRY LYNN NIEMI-IRESON
September 6, 1960 – July 21, 2014

It is with the deepest of sadness and heartache that Felicia and Tim Anderson announce the passing of Felicia’s mother Sherry Lynn Ireson at the age of 53. Sherry passed away on July 21, 2014 in Grande Prairie, AB at the Queen Elizabeth II Hospital. Sherry is predeceased by her mother Dorothy Mudie of Medicine Hat, AB and survived by her daughter Felicia (Tim) Anderson of Edmonton AB, her sisters Chrystal Snow, Peggy Crespo, brothers John (Brenda) Niemi of Medicine Hat, AB, Lyle (Joanne) Niemi of Valleyview AB, Mark (Twyla) Cox of Medicine Hat, AB, Chris (Leona) Cox of Thunder Bay ON, and numerous nieces/nephews. Sherry was born in Thunder Bay, ON and relocated to Alberta as a teenager where she met Felicia’s father in Edmonton. Sherry and Felicia relocated to Medicine Hat where Sherry met and married Dave Ireson who she remained married to for 15 years. Dave and Sherry relocated to England for a number of years eventually returning to Medicine Hat. Sherry’s love for horses and the outdoors motivated the relocation to Valleyview. Sherry enjoyed animals, music, and socializing with family and friends. Sherry will be remembered as a fun loving and kind hearted spirit who enjoyed spending time with her friends and family.
A celebration of life will be held at the Temple Baptist Church, 606 7 street SW, on Friday August 1, at 10am with Reverend Brian Munro officiating. An intermittent at Hillside Cemetery and reception will follow at the Temple Baptist Church. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Oliver’s Grande Prairie Funeral Chapel & Crematorium.

.STIMSON, KATHERINE LYNN (WURTZ)
February 2, 2014 – Medicine Hat
July 24, 2014 – Carnwood, AB

Katherine “Kathy” Stimson passed away on Thursday July 24, 2014 at the age of 52 years.
Katherine is survived by her parents Betty Ann and Charles Stimson; daughters Alyssa and Megan Wurtz; sisters Shelley Wurz and Laurel Schwab; as well as her nieces and nephews. Kathy is also survived by her former husband Leo Wurtz.
A Celebration of Kathys Life will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY (Fish Creek, 14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Saturday, August 2, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. Forward condolences through http://www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Kathys name may be made directly to the A.L.S. Society of Alberta & Northwest Territories (Lou Gehrig’s Disease), Suite 250, 4723 – 1 Street S.W., Calgary, AB T2G 4Y8, http://www.alsab.ca .
In living memory of Katherine Stimson, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E. Telephone: 403-256-9575.

.WILHELMENA MARIE ERICKSON
Mom passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 27, 2014 at the age of 96 years beloved wife of the late Roy Vernon Erickson. She is survived by her daughters, Verna (Robert) Roth, Shirley (Ed) Malasiuk and her son, Harvey Erickson; eight grandchildren, Brenda (Marcel) Hochstein, Kevin (Melody) Roth, Greg (Kathy) Roth, Tami (Greg) Delinte, Jordi Malasiuk, Tobi Malasiuk, Kristina Erickson, Amy (Mike) Eder and her grandson-in-law Keith Delinte; twelve great grandchildren Stacey (Cody), Stephanie (Ryan), Randy, Matt, Connor, Cassidy, Kelsey, Grady, Megan, Logan D, Caleb and Logan E; two great great grandchildren Maddyn and Lucas. Mom was born on July 6, 1918 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. She was predeceased by her parents, Fred (1958) and Pauline (1968), Keen; her husband Vernon in 1965; a granddaughter Cheryl Delinte in 2008 and her daughter-in-law Jan Erickson in 2013. Family was very important to Mom. She enjoyed hearing about the grands and great grands. The family would like to thank the staff at the Pleasant View Lodge and the very caring staff at the Bow Island Regional Hospital. We would also like to thank Marge Ensminger for looking out for Mom when we were far away. A memorial service will be held at St. Andrews United Church in Bow Island on July 31, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Sheila McLeod officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pleasant View Lodge, Bag 6700, Bow Island, AB T0K 0G0 or to the charity of your choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Wilhelmena Erickson, 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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