December 9, 2014

By Obituaries on December 9, 2014.

.1928 ~ BECKER ~ 2014
James Henry Becker, beloved husband of the late Amelia Becker, passed away on Saturday, December 6th, 2014 at the age of 86 years. James leaves to cherish his memory his children, Gladys Becker of Medicine Hat and Roy (Linda) of Bow Island; two grandchildren, Leroy (Neilly) of Bow Island and their sons, Haidyn and Quyn, and Darren of Bow Island and his daughters, Jordyn and Brooklynn and their mother, Amanda; his nieces and nephews; and a special sister-in-law, Maggie (Robert) Johnson of Winnipeg. James was predeceased by his parents, Henry and Christina Becker; two sisters, Leah Rumberg (John and Art), and Emma Anhorn; and one brother, Adam (Annie). James farmed in the Schuler area until moving to Medicine Hat in 1958. He worked at IXL, Medicine Hat School District No. 76 as a groundsman, and also at the Medicine Hat College as a groundsman before retiring. James loved Pioneer’s Blue Jay games and never missed a game. He also enjoyed day trips with his daughter to Stagewest, Rosebud, Foremost, Fort Macleod, and many others. James will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by all those who knew and loved him. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Wednesday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and on Thursday from 12:00 to 12:55 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Thursday, December 11th, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. Interment will follow in the Family Plot at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in James’ 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 James Becker. 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

.1932 ~ COOPER ~ 2014
Cecilia Cooper of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late John Cooper, passed away on Monday, December 8th, 2014 at the age of 82 years. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Friday, December 12th, 2014 from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m. A Private Graveside Service will take place. To read a full obituary and send condolences please visit our website http://www.saamis.com. 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

.1943 ~ HEWARD ~ 2014
Francis “Frank” Heward of Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, December 6th, 2014 at the age of 71 years. He was with his friends. Frank will be truly missed but well remembered by those at CORE Association and others that came into his life. Frank’s Life Celebration will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Monday, December 15th, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. A lunch will follow at CORE Association. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Frank’s memory may be made to the CORE Association, 412 – 3rd Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0H1, or to the 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 Frank Heward. 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

.1947 ~ PERRIOR ~ 2014
Donald “Don” Perrior, beloved husband of Victoria “Vickie” Perrior passed away on Monday, December 8th, 2014 at the age of 67 years. Don also leaves to cherish his memory one son, Dain (Shauna) Perrior of Medicine Hat. 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

.1948 ~ NIEMAN ~ 2014
Mick Nieman, beloved husband of Elaine Nieman, passed away on Tuesday, December 2nd, 2014 at the age of 66 years. The Funeral Service will be held at the CYPRESS CENTRE, 2055 – 21st Avenue SE, on Tuesday, December 9th, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. with Dr. Shane Andrus officiating. Memorial gifts in Mick’s memory may be made to Snack Attack, Medicine Hat Food Bank, or to HALO. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Mick Nieman. 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

.ANNIE WOLFE
1922 ~ 2014
Mrs. Annie (Anne) Wolfe (nee Faichuk), wife of the late Mr. Sebastian (Slim) Wolfe, passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Thursday, December 4, 2014, at the age of 92 years. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat, today, Tuesday, December 9, 2014, at 11:00 a.m., with Reverend Father Philip Le Celebrant. (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

.EMELIA (EMY) MARY CRAVEN
1954 ~ 2014
It is with heavy hearts, the family of our beautiful and much loved Emy announces her passing on December 4th at Foothills Hospital in Calgary, Alberta. Named after her late grandmothers, Emelia Schwean and Mary Thorburn, Emy was born February 24th, 1954 in Herbert, Saskatchewan to Victor and Margaret Schwean. From the moment she entered this world, Emy left an indelible impression on everyone she met. She had an extraordinary personality, one that was larger than life and set her apart from others. Our Emy had an immense presence; she was beautiful, charismatic, confident, humorous, curious, willing to take risks, and never fearful of expressing her opinion. We can’t imagine life without her. Emy remains forever in the hearts of her husband, Brent Craven; her daughter and son-in-law, Nicole and Matt Sims and much loved grandchildren, Tess and Finn; her son, Robbie Lynch; her son and daughter-in-law, Andrew and Lynndy Lynch and darling grandchildren, Madison and Abby; sisters, Dr. Vicki Schwean (Dr. Don Saklofske and nephew, Micah) and Dr. Karen Schwean-Lardner (Dr. Bart Lardner and niece, Jori and nephew, Jesse), and younger brother, Michael Schwean (Tanis and nephews, Jory and Jevin). Emy’s beloved and loyal dog, Ruby, will forever grieve her passing. Also mourning her loss are mother-in-law, Marlene Craven; stepsons, Mikki (Suzie and adored granddaughter Olivia) and Dustin Craven; brothers-in-law, Murray Craven (Sheri and nieces, Haley and Sarah and nephew, Joel) and Greg (nephews, Michael and Daniel). Emy also leaves behind many loving relatives and friends. Emy was predeceased by her parents, Victor and Margaret Schwean; father-in-law, Ron Craven; brother, Jory and first husband, Tim Grisak. A Celebration of Emy’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Thursday, December 11th, 2014, at 1:30 p.m. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be sent to the Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada, 1350 Sherbrooke St. West, Suite 300, Montreal, QC., H3G 1J1. (For more information about donations, please visit http://www.colorectal-cancer.ca) (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

.SCHMALTZ, GERARD FRANCIS
April 23, 1959- December 1, 2014
It is with deep sorrow the family of Frank & Emily Schmaltz announce the sudden death of their son and brother, Gerard at the age of 55 at Wanham, AB.
Gerard leaves to cherish his memory his mother Emily Schmaltz, siblings: Ray (Gail), Pat (Bill Thomson), Cecil (Betty), Donna (Jim Siroski), Sandi (Lorne Zentner), Cyndy (Darren Lutz), and Gary (Tammie).
He also leaves nieces & nephews: Joel (Shannon) Schmaltz & children Tyler & Luke, Mike (Kathy) Schmaltz & children Sierra & Kaleah, Tim (Lisa) Thomson & children Taylor & Matt, Sheri (Neil Whiting) & children Colton, Wyatt, Dustin & Dallas, Lori Biggs & children Ernie, Josh & Danyka, Annette Smith & children Tristan, Michaela, Cheyanne & Jesse, Cory (Krista) Schmaltz & children Denovah, Cassidy & Breanne, Jason Schmaltz, God Daughter Stacey (Rosaire Belisle), Brett (Brenna) Siroski & children Reagan & Nolan, Kent Zentner, Kristine (Monty Koopman) & children Bronx & Emerson, Lauren (Tyler Murray), Jordan Schmaltz, and God Daughter Cheyanne Schmaltz (Cousin).
He also leaves to mourn; his step-grandchildren Jackson & Kole whom he loved dearly, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and many good friends.
He was predeceased by: Father Frank Schmaltz, Sister Terry Schmaltz, and Brother Donald Schmaltz
The Prayer Service will be held December 13, 2014 at 3:00 pm at the Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, # 1 Dunmore Road S.E., Medicine Hat, AB
Donations can be made to the Canadian Mental Health society; Edmonton Region Suite 300 5th Street Place, 10010-105 Street NW, Edmonton AB T5J 1C4, Spirit River Minor Hockey Association; Box 533, Spirit River AB T0H 3G0, Wanham Plowing Match; 780-694-2233, or any charity of your choice. Care entrusted to Bear Creek Funeral Home Grande Prairie 780-830-7742 http://www.bearcreekfuneral.com

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