November 12, 2014

By Obituaries on November 12, 2014.

.1920 ~ EDWARDS ~ 2014
Dr. Jack Edwards of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Margaret Edwards, passed away on Sunday, November 9th, 2014 at the age of 93 years. Jack leaves to cherish his memory his children, Lorraine (Ken) Gassoff of Quesnell, BC, Ronald “Ron” (Anne) Edwards and Kenneth “Ken” (Margriet) Edwards, both of Medicine Hat; and their families. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Tuesday, November 18th, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Canon D. Gene Packwood officiating. For further information regarding the service for Dr. Jack Edwards, please see the Saturday and Monday edition of the Medicine Hat News or http://www.saamis.com. Memorial gifts in Jack’s memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Jack Edwards. 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

.DERHEIM
Rose Derheim of Medicine Hat passed away on Monday, November 10, 2014, at the age of 87 years, beloved wife of the late Dave Derheim. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Friday, November 14, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. with Fr. Philip Le celebrant. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Rose Derheim, 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

.FERGUSON
Raymond Eric Ferguson of Fox Valley passed away on Friday, November 7, 2014, at the age of 82 years, beloved husband of the late Dorothy Ferguson. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, November 15, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. (MST) with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the charity of your choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Raymond Ferguson, 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

.FRANCES STEINKEY
(nee Mardian)
1922 ~ 2014
In the presence of her loving family, Mrs. Frances Steinkey, beloved wife of the late Mr. Jacob (Jack) Steinkey, passed away at the Good Samaritan Society in Medicine Hat on Monday, November 10, 2014, at the age of 92 years. A Celebration of Frances’ life wil be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Monday, November 17, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Father Philip Le officiating. (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

.Yesterday, in the frigid cold weather at Riverside Veteran’s Memorial Park, the warm hearts of the people of Medicine Hat united in honour of those who sacrificed their lives for our nation’s freedom. Calming musical selections resonated from the bands instruments, echoing in the cool air… the trumpet sounded for the Last Post and the distinct sound of the bagpipes engaged our thoughts of the reality of war. Our very freedom was symbolized as a perfect formation of Canadian Geese quietly passed overhead of those gathered and the ceremonial placing of the wreaths at the base of the Cenotaph, commemorated the lives lost. After the service had ended, many in attendance remained focused on the Cenotaph, showing a silent appreciation for the freedoms with which we are blessed. On behalf of our nation, Thank you!
At the going down of the sun,
and in the morning,
we will remember them.
Their Lives Lived…
Their Lives Cherished…
Their Lives Honoured.

Courtesy of Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

.LILLIAN ‘LIL’ BATEMAN
July 26, 1914 ~ November 8, 2014
Lillian Bateman, beloved wife of the late Mel Bateman, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 8, 2014, at the wonderful age of 100 years. She leaves to cherish her memory three children, Eleanor (Brian) Critchley, Gordon (Marion) Bateman and Barbara (Dennis) Beifus; six grandchildren, Douglas (Christina) Critchley, Kristine Critchley, Kevin (Sue Anderson) Critchley, Haly (Brad) Garrett, Christa (Jay) Davis and Jennifer (Christian) Dietrich as well as six very special great-grandchildren, Danielle and Samantha Critchley, Konnor and Hannah Critchley, Paige and Alexander Davis. She is also survived by her cousin Gordon (Ann) Smith of Lancashire, UK who visited twice and were here to help celebrate her 100th birthday. Mom was born in Winnipeg on July 26, 2014 and spent most of her life there until moving with Dad to Alberta, settling in Medicine Hat in 1991. After Dad’s passing, Mom resided in Fairway Village and for the past six years lived at the Teeoda Lodge only recently moving to assisted living. She lived a full and wonderful life and we were very blessed to have spent so many years together. The Funeral Service will be held at Victory Lutheran Church, 2793 Southview Drive S.E., Medicine Hat, on Thursday, November 13, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Barrett Scheske and Minister Lila de Waal officiating. Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com). Memorial donations in Lil’s name may be made directly 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.

.POOLE
William “Bill” Ellsworth Poole, passed away on Monday, November 10, 2014, at the age of 86 years, beloved husband of Catherine Poole of Bow Island. He also leaves to cherish his memory four children, Noel Doherty, his son-in-law Larry Doherty, George (Debbie) Poole, Stewart (Cheryl) Poole and Linda (Calvin) Dyck; 10 grandchildren, Stephanie (Robert) and their daughter Ava, Michael and his son Brady, Jamin (Becky), Colin (Ina), Nicole, Alicia (Kyle) and Kyla and their mother Laurie, Jordana (Brent), Caden (Kelsey) and Taryn; two step grandchildren, Tyler (Ashley) and Jessica (Kurtis) and their children Carter and Mason; his sister, Juanita Wilkins; and two brothers-in-law, George (Jewel) Comstock and Bob (Rosemary) Comstock as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by parents, William and Mildred Poole as well as his brother-in-law Stan Wilkins. Bill Poole was born in Medicine Hat, December 25, 1927. He attended Brownsdale Country School, Burdett School, and Senator Gershaw in Bow Island. Bill took his last year of high school at Lethbridge Collegiate Institute living with his Clark Grandparents. He worked for 1.5 years at the Bank of Commerce in Lethbridge. For several years, Bill farmed in the summer and took further education at Olds College and SAIT. He spent one winter selling Forney Electric Welders. Bill married the love of his life, Catherine (Cathy) Comstock of Rosebud, on March 12, 1955 in Calgary. They farmed on the original Poole Family Homestead until 1992, then retired to Bow Island. During their farming career, they were initiated to irrigation in 1956 and spent most of their farming life developing dryland to irrigation, producing hay, grain, grain corn, sugar beets, dry beans, peas, lentils and even onions. He was one of the pioneers of the dry bean industry in Southern Alberta. Bill always enjoyed music, dancing, travelling and imparting his wisdom with anyone who would listen. He enjoyed visiting with his grandchildren, great grandchildren, and keeping in close touch with his sister and her family, and Cathy’s brothers and their families and many close friends. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Thursday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the St. Andrew’s United Church, Bow Island on Friday, November 14, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Jeff Crittenden officiating. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the St. Andrew’s United Church Memorial Fund or The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta #124 – 430 6th Ave. SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 2S8. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Bill Poole, 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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