November 15, 2014

By Obituaries on November 15, 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 sons, Ronald “Ron” (Anne) Edwards and Kenneth “Ken” (Margriet) Edwards, both of Medicine Hat; his daughter, Lorraine (Kenneth “Ken”) Gassoff of Quesnell, BC; four grandchildren, Cody (Amie) Edwards, Kayla (Garrick) Powell, Curtis Gassoff, and Heather (Scott) Osadczuk; and six great- grandchildren. Besides his wife, Margaret, Jack was predeceased by his parents, Lewis and Ella Edwards. Jack was born on November 14th, 1920 in Grande Prairie. He graduated with a B.Sc. Degree in 1943, a M.D. Degree in 1946, and a M.Sc. Degree in 1953. Jack served in the Medical Corps of the Canadian Army from 1944 to 1945 and married Margaret Crawford Gainer on September 15th, 1945 in Edmonton. Jack began a general practice in Red Deer from 1946 to 1951 and then continued his education in Edmonton training in Internal Medicine. In 1955, Jack and Margaret settled in Medicine Hat where he practiced until retiring in 1988. Jack was an Alderman for the City of Medicine Hat from 1958 to 1968, was President of the Chamber of Commerce, President of the Medicine Hat & District Tourism Association, President of the Kiwanis Club, and member of the Kiwanis Band from 1955 to 1985. He was also President of the Alberta Medical Association and was on many committees with the Alberta Medical Association and the College of Physicians of Surgeons. Jack and Margaret enjoyed many winters in Arizona. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. 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. A Private Interment will take place at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Friends are invited to a Come & Go Reception at Saamis Creekside Centre, Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, following the funeral service. Memorial gifts in Jack’s memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Jack Edwards. Radio funeral announcement can be heard on Monday around 11:35 a.m. on 93.7 Praise FM. 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

.1928 ~ WELLS ~ 2014
Freda Mary Wells of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late John Wells, passed away on Wednesday, November 5th, 2014 at the age of 86 years. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at EMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Moose Jaw. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Freda Wells. 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

.1935 ~ JOHNSON ~ 2014
Robert Gordon Johnson, beloved husband of Loretta Johnson of Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 12th, 2014 at the age of 79 years. Bob was born in Alsask, Saskatchewan on August 20th, 1935, the sixth of seven children born to Grant and Edith Johnson. He farmed in the Cuthbert area until retiring to Medicine Hat in 2006. Bob was an active member of the community being involved in the Lions Club, church, and school board as trustee and chairman for many years. He was also the Mayor of Alsask and was instrumental in the development of the Alsask Retirement Villa. Bob loved music, whether it was the barbershop quartet, the band “Tequila Sunrise”, or just playing for family. He loved singing and we all enjoyed his rich bass voice. Spending time with family and friends was very important to him and he especially loved his grandkids. Bob is survived by his wife of 57 years, Lori; his daughter, Janice (Doyle) Duncan and their children, Josh (Monica), Maddie (Brennan) and Zach; and his daughter, Bobbie Jo (Wayne) Wulf and their children, Sydney and Gianna. He also leaves to cherish his memory two sisters, Joyce Nelson and Norma Muirhead; two brothers, Allan (Grace) and Wayne (Darlene); one brother-in-law, Andrew Nagel; as well as nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Bob was predeceased by his parents, Grant and Edith; his brothers, Ivor and Earl (Elsie); his brothers-in-law, Murdock Nelson, Peter Muirhead, Harvey (Jenny) Nagel and Ken (Eleanor) Nagel; his father and mother-in-law, Paul and Lil Nagel; his nephew, Michael Johnson; and his nieces, Shirley Johnson and Krista Scheuerman. A Celebration of Bob’s Life will be held at the SAAMIS CREEKSIDE CENTRE, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Monday, November 17th, 2014 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. Memorial gifts in Bob’s memory may be made to The Arthritis Society, Alberta and NWT Division, #300, 1301 – 8th Street SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2R 1B7, or to the Charity of One’s Choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Bob Johnson. 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

.1969 ~ PATEY ~ 2014
Karen Lysbeth Patey of Medicine Hat, passed away on Wednesday, November 12th, 2014 at the age of 45 years. Karen leaves to cherish her memory her mother, Elizabeth “Liz” Patey; her children; one grandchild; one brother, Stephen (Kathy) Patey; one sister, Kirsten (Syd) McCurdy; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Karen was predeceased by her father, Edward Patey. A Private Family Time of Remembrance will be held. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Karen Patey. 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

.1989 ~ LUST ~ 2014
Kirby Austin Lust of Seven Persons, loving son of Kim and Shelly Lust, passed away on Thursday, November 13th, 2014 at the age of 25 years. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Kirby Lust. 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

.FRANCES STEINKEY
(nee Mardian)
1922 ~ 2014
In the presence of her family, Mrs. Frances Steinkey, beloved wife of the late Mr. Jacob (Jack) Steinkey, passed at the Good Samaritan Society in Medicine Hat on Monday, November 10, 2014, at the age of 92 years. She leaves to cherish her memory five children, Lillian (Keith) Dunn, Ethel Steinkey, Richard Steinkey all of Medicine Hat, James (Dayle) Steinkey of Redcliff and Valerie (Henry) Rosendal of Medicine Hat; eleven grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She also leaves one brother, Philip Mardian and five sisters, Susana Scherer, Odelia Pincemin, Mary Volk, Regina Materi, and Anne Schlosser, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. 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. A private graveside service will be held at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Good Samaritan Society, 550 Spruce Way S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1B 4P1 or to the charity of your choice. (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

.KRAUSE
Laura Krause of Medicine Hat passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2014, at the age of 82 years, beloved wife of the late Oscar Krause. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Merle (Viona) Krause and Wesley Krause; her grandchildren, Amber (Phil) Stark and Brandon Krause; three brothers, Harold Anhorn, Harvey Anhorn and Gary (Verna) Anhorn; one sister, Marjorie Seitz; two sisters-in-law, Adeline Anhorn and Elsie Schlenker; one brother-in-law, Herb (Minnie) Krause as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Jacob and Rosie Anhorn; her husband, Oscar Krause on May 21, 2013; two brothers, Richard and Vernon and a sister, Violet. Laura married Oscar in 1951, together they farmed at Hilda until moving to Medicine Hat in 1958. In 1967, they moved to Grand Prairie but again made Medicine Hat their home in 1971. Laura loved crafts, including making Valentine cards for senior’s homes and the hospital. She also loved animals, bunnies and horses being her favourite. Laura spent many hours baking and was known for always preparing 150 Kuchen at one time. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Monday, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on Tuesday from 12:30 to 1:25 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Tuesday, November 18, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society 401D 3rd Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0G8. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Laura Krause, 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

.NELLIE SPICER
1939 ~ 2014
Nellie Mae Spicer passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Home -Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Tuesday, November 11, 2014, at the age of 75 years. Nellie was the oldest child of Lester and Ellen Somerville. She was born and educated in Rolling Hills, Alberta where she received her primary schooling. Nellie furthered her education by achieving a teaching degree and later in life she became a Diaconal Minister with the United Church of Canada. Nellie was an advocate for the youth and fought for social justice issues in numerous organizations. She loved life and never backed down from any challenge she was faced with. Nellie leaves to cherish her memory her loving husband of 52 years, George, as well as their children, Lester Spicer, Tom (Dawn) Spicer and Gina (Lance) Meroniak; four grandchildren, Randall and Samantha Spicer and Kelly and Rikki Meroniak. She is also survived by her siblings, Glen (Linora) Somerville, June (Marvin) Lyons, Vera Elson, Earl Somerville, Allen (Carol) Somerville, Ina (Leif) Nielsen, Dean Somerville, Amy Armstrong and Dan (Jessie) Somerville; brothers and sisters-in-law, Stanley (Marj) Spicer, Darcy (Marie) Spicer, Laurie (Cheryl) Spicer, Patsy (Rene) Trefau, Jenny Anderson and Haroldene (Wayne) Ashby as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Nellie was predeceased by her parents, Lester and Ellen as well as one brother Raymond. A Memorial Service in Nellie’s honour will be held later in the spring and will be announced closer to that time. (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

.WELLING, SHARMAINE
1949 – 2014
Sharmaine Ray Welling of Red Deer, Alberta, passed away at Extendicare Michener Hill, Red Deer on Wednesday, November 12, 2014 at the age of 65 years. Sharmaine was born on September 13, 1949 in Medicine Hat, Alberta. She was raised and grew up on a ranch in the Eagle Butte Area of Southern Alberta. Sharmaine attended the Hillcrest Christian College for her Grade 10. Then she went on to attend Secretarial School and eventually moved to Red Deer. Sharmaine will be deeply missed but forever cherished in the hearts of her family and dear friends. Sharmaine will be lovingly remembered by her spouse, David Vincent, son, Kurtis (Susanne) Welling of Spruce Grove, Alberta, daughter, Sheiligh Welling of Red Deer, three grandsons and brother, Raymond (Rose) Garlough of Calgary. She was predeceased by her mother, Lily Clara Garlough (nee Tinis) in 1989 at the age of 64 years and her father, Wesley Garlough in 1992 at the age of 79 years. A Celebration of Sharmaine’s Life will be held at Parkland Funeral Home, 6287 – 67A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer, Alberta on Tuesday, November 18, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Ross Helgeton officiating. If desired, Memorial Donations in Sharmaine’s honor may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society at http://www.cancer.ca. Condolences may be sent or viewed at http://www.parklandfuneralhome.com. Arrangements in care of Maryann Hansen, Funeral Director at Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, 6287 – 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040.