January 17, 2015

By Obituaries on January 17, 2015.

.1920 ~ BALAZSI ~ 2015
Alex Balazsi passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital at the age of 94 1/2 years. Alex, the second youngest of five children, settled in Rabbit Lake, Saskatchewan in 1929 with his family when they emigrated from Hungary. As a teenager, he worked as a farm labourer before enlisting in the Canadian Army serving proudly until his discharge in 1945. Re-entering civilian life, he worked in the coal mines of Drumheller and the hard rock mines of Uranium City. He also worked in Australia and in New Zealand on the Mana Puri Hydro Electric project. Upon returning to Canada via tramp steamer, Alex worked as a cat skinner grading in the gravel pits for the road paving crews throughout central Saskatchewan. He then worked in a veteran’s nursing home in Saskatoon until retirement. Alex married his beloved wife, Louise Balazsi in 1967 and they began a long love affair of travel overseas and on the road. Their trusty motor home would take them to southern Nevada in the winters, down the Oregon coast, up the Alaska highway, and all the way to Vancouver Island. Alex is survived by his three children, Paul James Jantzen of Surry, BC, Paulette (Blake) McCarthy of Nanaimo, BC, Robin (Richard) Smith of Edmonton, and their mother, Nellie Jaroch of Summerland, BC; his step children, Bernice (Per) Sakstad of Medicine Hat, Alvin (Lil) Stange of Claresholm, Pat (Bill) Zajac of Calgary; 11 grandchildren; 15 great- grandchildren; and 3 great-great- grandchildren; his sister, Mary Kundar of Claresholm; his sister-in-law, Hermina Balazsi of Rabbit Lake; as well as many nieces and nephews. Alex was predeceased by the love of his life, Louise Balazsi; one stepdaughter, Yvonne and her husband, Jaye Bowlen; his step-son, Pastor Wayne Berg; two brothers, Joseph and John; and three sisters, Elizabeth, Helen and Julia. A Celebration of Alex’s Life will be held at CHINOOK VILLAGE, 2801 – 13th Avenue SE, on Saturday, January 17th, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. with Chaplain Lance Duncalfe and former Chaplain George Brandt, co-officiating. Interment will take place at a later date in St. Peter Lutheran Cemetery, Claresholm. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Alex’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 Alex Balazsi. 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 ~ KERN ~ 2015
The family of Ellenore Erna (Zeller) Kern are sad to announce the passing of their mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother on Thursday, January 15th, 2015. Her memory will be cherished by her son, Lester (Linda) Zeller of Golden Prairie, Saskatchewan and daughter, Delaine (Dean) May of Medicine Hat, Alberta. Also surviving her are grandchildren, Christopher (Lindsay) Zeller of Holland, Michigan and their children, Madelyn and Zachary, Dylan (Candace) Zeller and their children Malakai and Harmony of Edmonton, Alberta, Brittany (Dayton) Strauss and their children Grace, Leah and Marcus of Edmonton, Landon May (fiance Ellen van den Berg) of Golden Prairie and Evan May of Medicine Hat. Ellenore was born on July 27th, 1932 in the parsonage of Rosenfeldt Baptist Church, near Golden Prairie to Daniel and Edna Jacksteit. Her mother passed away suddenly in 1936 when Ellenore was a child of four years and her younger sister, Mida, just two years. Her father later remarried Bertha Unrath and three brothers, Clifford, Gordon and Milton as well as one sister, Lynda, were added to her family. She received her education at the Salamis Country School and she helped her parents with the many chores on the farm. In 1953, she married Ernest Zeller and together they made improvements to their own farm. She particularly enjoyed planting large vegetable gardens and flowers, cooking and sewing for her family, as well as camping with their little trailer. They were active in the Golden Prairie Baptist Church where she sang in the choir, taught Sunday School and was a member of the Women’s Society. They were also members of the Gideon Bible Society for over 25 years. In 1978, they semi-retired to Medicine Hat where they had more time for travel and became members of Temple Baptist Church. She also enjoyed needlework and made afghans as a pastime. Ernest and Ellenore were married for almost 42 years when he passed away in 1995. At this time, she moved into Chinook Village where she made many new friendships. In 1997, she married Marvin Kern and they enjoyed a happy, active life until his passing. Marvin’s four children, Malcolm, Miles, Mardell and Monica, along with their families also survive Ellenore. The past number of years she has spent under the care of the dedicated staff of Chinook Village. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Monday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and at TEMPLE BAPTIST CHURCH, 606 – 7th Street SW, on Tuesday from 12:00 to 12:55 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at TEMPLE BAPTIST CHURCH on Tuesday, January 20th, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor George Brandt and Pastor Brian Munro, co-officiating. Interment will follow in the Family Plot at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Ellenore’s memory may be made to the Gideons International, Suite 177, 1415 – 28th Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8P9. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ellenore Kern. 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

.1946 ~ SQUIRE ~ 2015
With loving memory our family wishes to announce the passing of our wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and dear friend, Janet “Marlene” Squire on January 6th, 2015. The Funeral Service was held yesterday atSAAMISMEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPELMemorial gifts in Marlene’s memory may be made to the Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation. Condolences may be sent to http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Marlene Squire. 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

.Last week Friday, family and friends gathered at Cook’s to celebrate the life of John Fomradas. Father Maes led the service and offered words of comfort and ministry through scripture and prayer… grandson, Holden, honoured ‘Papa’ by sharing special memories that reflected on John’s life…a video tribute with the song, “Green, Green Grass of Home” captured lost moments in time for all to see…grandchildren, Holden, Taite, Nikolaus, Dallon, Hunter & McKinley proudly acted as pallbearers as they carried their ‘Papa’ to his final place of rest… a time of fellowship followed at the Par 3 Clubhouse where John liked to go.
The Lord is my shepherd…
And I will dwell in the house of
The Lord forever.
His Life Lived…
His Life Cherished…
His Life Honoured.
Courtesy of Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

.COUSINS
Dr. Robert James Cousins of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2015, at the age of 93 years, beloved husband of the late Gladys Cousins. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Tuesday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and on Wednesday from 12 noon – 12:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Robert Cousins, 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

.DOUG LOCHART
1955 ~ 2015
Mr. Douglas William Lochart, beloved husband of Mrs. Rhina Lochart, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Saturday, January 10, 2015, at the age of 59 years. Doug will be forever remembered in the hearts of his wife, Rhina; children, Jessica, Carla (Leigh), Dallas (Kelci); step-children, Lovelie and Bernard Liboon; grandchildren, Blaze, Shyra, Rhyder; brothers, Bob (Evelyn), Randy (Nico) and Rick. He was predeceased by his parents, William and Fern; siblings, twin brother, Donald; sisters, Linda and Carla. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, on Friday, January 16, 2015, between 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. A time of visitation will also be offered starting one hour prior to the Celebration of Doug’s life which will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Saturday, January 17, 2015, at 1:00 p.m. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes Association, #102, 73 – 7 Street S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 1J2. (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

.HOOK, KEN
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we the family announce the passing of our beloved Father and Grandfather. Ken passed away January, 10, 2015 in Fort McMurray Alberta at the age of 57 years. Left to cherish his memory are his loving daughter Trina, his son Brent (Andrea), his grandsons, Effram, Seth, & Ryan, who brought him so much joy. Also left to cherish his memory is his former spouse and best friend of 40 years Deb, as well as many family members and friends. Ken will be truly missed. A private burial will be held in Medicine Hat Alberta at a later date.

.PATERSON
Paterson, David Wallace, Rev. passed away in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on January 15, 2015. He was born on March 13, 1936 and raised in Lethbridge, Alberta; graduated from the University of Western Ontario, BA, and ordained as a Presbyterian Clergyman on May 13, 1960; and obtained his Master of Divinity, from Knox College, University of Toronto, May 12,1982. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Madeline, on September 24, 2014. He is survived by his children Janice (Richard) Rodda of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan., Neil (Lori) Paterson of Sydney, Nova Scotia, Sharon (Dale) Vare of Cardston, Alberta, son-in-law Sheldon Moncks of Cardston; grandchildren, Jordan, Logan, Jennifer, Mark, Erin and Chris; his two sisters: Joan Paterson and Beatrice Young of Edmonton and her children Tannis and Colleen, and three brothers-in-law, Gerald (Joyce) of Acton, Ontario, Robert (June) of Galt, Cambridge, Ontario and Frederick (Johneen) of Cornwall, Ontario; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, David and Alice Paterson. David served 3 Presbyterian pastoral congregations: Lousana/Trenville, Knox, Lloydminster, and St. John’s , Medicine Hat, until retiring in 2001. The funeral service will be held in St. John’s Presbyterian Church (504 2nd Street SE) on Tuesday, January 20, 2015 at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Dr. Nancy Cocks officiating. No flowers, please. A private family interment will take place at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Lethbridge. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the PWS& D fund of the Presbyterian Church in Canada, http://presbyterian.ca/pwsd/donate/ or the Alzheimers Society. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: David Paterson, 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

.RESSLER
Peter John Ressler passed away on January 14, 2015 at the age of 90 years. He leaves to cherish his memory two sons; Dennis (Bonnie) Ressler of Kelowna, BC; and Cyril (Audrey) Ressler of Medicine Hat; five grandchildren, Dean (Amanda) Ressler, Lethbridge; Kristin (Warren) Senft, Calgary; Dustin (Jenna) Ressler, Bermuda; Kaitlin Ressler (Chris), Medicine Hat; Clayton Ressler (Jessica), Okotoks; eight great grandchildren; three sisters, Mary Miller, Veronica Getz, Theresa Mardian all of Medicine Hat and many nieces and nephews. Peter was predeceased by his wife Elizabeth (Betty) Ressler and by his longtime special friend Adele Seitz; his parents Mike and Elizabeth Ressler; brothers Valentine, Jack, Nick and George; sisters Agnes Lerner, Katherine Duchscherer, Angelina Eresman and Florence Faichuk. Peter was born on the home farm near Fox Valley on February 22, 1924, and spent his childhood there. He married Elizabeth (Betty) Schmaltz on September 23, 1946 in the Johnsburg Church, Fox Valley. They lived and worked in Taber for a year before moving to Medicine Hat in 1950. Peter worked for the City of Medicine Hat as a heavy equipment operator for 33 years, retiring in 1985. Peter was an avid bowler, bowling for more than 30 years in various leagues, and winning awards. He loved to fish – both summer and winter. Peter loved his family and always had a story to share. Peter’s smile and bright blue eyes will be forever missed. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, January 17, 2015 at 3:30 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. A private interment will take place at 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: Peter Ressler, 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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