September 20, 2014

By Obituaries on September 20, 2014.

.1919 ~ SCHMALTZ ~ 2014
Frank Schmaltz, beloved husband of Emily Schmaltz of Medicine Hat, passed away with his family by his side on Wednesday, September 17th, 2014 at the age of 94 years. Frank also leaves to cherish his memory his children, Raymond (Gail), Patricia (Bill) Thomson, Cecil (Betty), Donna (Jim) Siroski, Sandra (Lorne) Zentner, Gerard, Cyndy (Darren) Lutz and Gary (Tammie); his grandchildren, Joel, Michael, Tim, Sheri, Lori, Annette, Cory, Jason, Stacey, Brett, Kent, Kristine, Lauren and Jordan; twenty-six great grandchildren; two brothers, Adam (Loretta) and Richard (Susan); three sisters, Rose Mulhall, Anne Barker, and Eva Sutherland; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Frank was predeceased by his parents, Ludwig and Florentina Schmaltz; one son, Donald Gene Schmaltz; one daughter, Theresa “Terry” Pearl Schmaltz; two brothers, Jack (Lucille) and Louis (Barbara); three brothers-in-law, Joe Mulhall, Milt Barker and Barney O’Reilly. Frank was born and raised on the family farm near Prelate until they relocated to Glidden, SK in 1934. In 1939, he started his career with the PFRA. In 1941, he joined the Armed Forces and later that year he received an Honorable Discharge. Frank married Emily Mastel on June 2nd, 1942 in Josephstal Church in the Mendham, SK district. They farmed for six years until 1953 when Frank returned to the PFRA, working in various pastures throughout Saskatchewan. December 1979 marked his retirement at Davidson, SK at which time they moved to Medicine Hat and remained here until the time of his passing. After his retirement, Frank was employed as Commissionaire at Suffield for six months. He enjoyed horses, woodworking, ushering at the church, and his position as Guard for the Knights of Columbus. Frank spent the last five years in the Sunnyside Nursing Home and the family is extremely grateful to the staff for the excellent care he received. Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be said at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Sunday, September 21st, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at HOLY FAMILY PARISH, 1451 Strachan Road SE, on Monday, September 22nd, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. with Father Philip Le, celebrant. Memorial gifts in Frank’s memory may be made to Sunnyside Care Centre 1720 Bell Street SW Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 5G1 or to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation #124, 430, 6th Avenue SE Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 2S8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Frank Schmaltz. 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

.1923 ~ Piehl ~ 2014
Loring Adolph Piehl of Medicine Hat, passed away on Saturday, September 13th, 2014 at the age of 90 years. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at Fifth Avenue Memorial United Church. Memorial gifts in Loring’s name may be made to Carmel Hospice (St. Joseph’s Home), 156 – 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Loring Piehl. 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 ~ Fauth ~ 2014
Rose Fauth of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2014 at the age of 89 years. A private family time of reflection was held yesterday. Memorial gifts in Rose’s name may be made to Alzheimer Society (Palliser Region)401D – 3rd Street SE Medicine Hat, ABT1A 0G8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Rose Fauth. 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

.1931 ~ LORENTZON ~ 2014
Our Mom, Thelma Marie Lorentzon went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, September 14th, 2014 surrounded by the love of her four children. She was predeceased by her husband of 55 years, Fred Lorentzon in July 2007. Over the past two months since her diagnosis of pancreatic cancer, Mom continued to show us a life full of courage, humour, grace and dignity. Her memory will be cherished by son, Wade Lorentzon; daughters, Lori (Neil) Bonesky, Jolene (Andrew) Au Coin and Mavis (Ron) Sautner. Thelma is also adored by her precious grandchildren and great- grandchildren, Jordan and Jami Lorentzon, Brady and Lena (Ida and Mila) Lorentzon, Cameron and Amanda (Rowan and Flint) Lorentzon, Brennan and Lori (Cohen, Cara and Caleb) Bonesky, Amber and Jesse (Makala and Olivia) Wideman, Chelsey (Jesse Frey) Au Coin, Logan Au Coin, Zac Sautner and Tanner Sautner. Mom came from a large and loving family, one of eight siblings and their families, who will all miss her dearly. Friends meant the world to our mama, and she gave her love freely to each one of them. Mom, you will be remembered by all as a fine lady. We invite you to the Celebration of Thelma’s Life at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Saturday, September 20th, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. with Professor Wade Lorentzon officiating. A Come and Go Time of Fellowship will follow in the Saamis Creekside Centre, Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Thelma’s memory may be made to Canadian Diabetes Association, #102, 73 – 7th Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1J2. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Thelma Lorentzon. 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

.1944 ~ Engel ~ 2014
Delbert “Del” Engel of Medicine Hat, passed away on Thursday, September 11th, 2014 at the age of 70 years. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel. Memorial gifts in Del’s name may be made to HALO, 12 – 49 Viscount Avenue SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5G4, or to AJ’s Loan Cupboard, Box 45006, MacKenzie Drugs Postal Outlet, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0B1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Delbert “Del” Engel. 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

.1955-SINGH-2014
With deep sadness, our family wishes to announce the sudden passing of Randy Singh on Monday, September 15th, 2014 at the age of 58 years. Further information will be announced at a later date.

.Last week Monday marked a special time as family and close friends privately celebrated the life of Irene Greenstein. Life Celebrant Getz led the ceremony in honour of her life..a heartwarming tribute by Elizabeth, reflected Irene’s life and portrayed how loved and respected she was by her family and friends…snapshots of memories – old and new, offered a glimpse into her life and captured the essence of what made her such a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother… Irene was carried by her grandsons, Leighton, Nicholas and Zachary to her final place of rest at Hillside Cemetery, where she was eternally reunited with her husband, Louis.
We’ve already said “Goodbye”
To this person that we knew,
The person that we truly loved,
The person that was “You”
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

.HAZEL PEDERSON
1947 ~ 2014
Hazel Mae Pederson, beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, left us unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 16, 2014, at the age of 67 years. Left to cherish Hazel’s memory is her beloved mother, Beatrice Pederson; son, Brian Larkin; granddaughter, Elissa Larkin; brothers, Arnold, Leonard and Brian; sisters, Miriam Herman, Anita (Garry) Runions and Bernice (Cory) Fode, as well as numerous nephews, nieces and friends. Hazel was born on April 28, 1947 in Rocky Mountain House. Throughout the years, she resided in many different communities before making Medicine Hat her home. Hazel worked for Canada Post for 25 years and in her retirement years, she enjoyed painting, drawing, playing piano and watching old movies. Hazel was very involved in her church and was always praying for people – even those she never knew. She loved much and will be missed until we meet again! The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Saturday, September 20, 2014, at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Steve Zinger officiating. (Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com). If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Hazel’s name may be made to the S.P.C.A., 55 Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8. Honoured to serve the family is COOK SOUTHLAND Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4V4. Telephone: 403-527-6455. Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

.SEEFRIED
Jack Robert Seefried of Medicine Hat passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2014, at the age of 78 years. He leaves to cherish his memory five brothers, Harold (Doris), Chris, Fred (Naudia), Ralph and Walter all of Medicine Hat; one sister Alvina Stabler of Redcliff as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Beata and Robert Seefried; two brothers, Carl Seefried in infancy, Jim Seefried as a young boy; one sister Helen Yanke; sisters-in-law, Betty Seefried, Shirley Seefried, Bonnie Seefried and one brother-in-law, Jim Stabler. Jack was born on November 29, 1935 at Orion and was raised on the family farm northeast of Orion. In his adult years he worked for various farmers, for the Alberta Wheat Pool building grain elevators, then at the feed lot in Bassano and finally building pallets in Dunmore. He enjoyed fishing, playing cards and playing his guitar. A graveside funeral service will be held in the Hillside Cemetery on Monday, September 22, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. Those who wish to attend the service are asked to meet inside the main gate to the cemetery at 1:15 p.m. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Medicine Hat and District Branch 102 73 7th Street SE, Medicine Hat. T1A 1J2. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Jack Seefried, 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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