February 27, 2015

By Obituaries on February 27, 2015.

.1926 ~ IBACH ~ 2015
Catherine Gertrude Ibach (nee Gutfriend) of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Anton “Tony” Ibach, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Monday, February 23, 2015, at the age of 88 years. Catherine leaves to cherish her memory her children, Alex Ibach, Judy (Jim) Foster and Bob (Twyla) Ibach; eight grandchildren, Stacey (Scott) Piercey, Krysta Ibach, Jolene Foster, Colan Foster, Travis (Jenna) Ibach, Carlene (Matt) Keetley, Elisha (Waylon) Wagner and Tanner Ibach (Courtney Sackman); nine great grandchildren (with one more due to arrive in June), Murdoch, Lochlan, Ewan, Trevin, Macen, Nixon, Ryker, Drayden and Braxton; one brother, Alex (Edie) Gutfriend; one sister, Elizabeth “Betty” (Gordon) Macdonald; one brother-in-law, Mike (Marion) Ibach; and three sisters-in-law, Alma Gutfriend (Wallace Wutzke), Kay (Jerry) Hager and Irene (Joe) Lutz; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Tony; her parents, Matthew and Rachel Gutfriend; one brother, Mike Gutfriend; one brother-in-law, Joe Lesmeister; her in-laws, Peter and Rose Ibach; three nieces, Michelle Van Beveren (nee Gutfriend), Deborah Ibach and Peggy Macdonald; and one nephew, Clinton Lesmeister. Catherine was born on November 18, 1926 on the family homestead in Josephsthal, Saskatchewan. She was the eldest daughter of Matthew and Rachel (nee Kurtz) Gutfriend. Catherine has done many things over the years; including private house cleaning, hair dressing and her last job was a seamstress specializing in custom drapes. In later years when she could no longer sew drapes, she enjoyed her time crocheting afghans for her family and embroidering tea towels for everyone. Mom and Dad loved to camp and travel in their motorhome. They enjoyed holidaying across Canada and United States to visit her brother and they even ventured on a family trip with her siblings to Hawaii. She was a Moose member for 40 years. Catherine enjoyed her grandchildren and great grandchildren immensely. She was funny, loving and generous to her family. The family really got to see her witty side right up until the end. She was truly loved and will be missed by her family and friends. As the saying goes “It’s 5 o’clock somewhere!” so your drapes are closed and the doors are locked so it’s safe to go to sleep. Rest in Peace! Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, on Thursday, February 26, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. PATRICK’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 238 – 2 Avenue NE, on Friday, February 27, 2015 at 1:30 p.m. with Father Alphonse Narisetty, celebrant. Interment will follow in the Roman Catholic Section at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Catherine’s memory may be made to Kidney Foundation of Canada, 6007 – 1A Street SW, Calgary, AB T2H 0G5. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Catherine Ibach. 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

.1927 ~ STELTER ~ 2015
Lottie Stelter of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Frederick Stelter, passed away on Friday, February 20th, 2015 at the age of 87 years. The Funeral Service will be held at TEMPLE BAPTIST CHURCH, 606 – 7th Street SW, on Friday, February 27th, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Marcel Mitchell officiating. 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

.1992 ~ LANSDOWN ~ 2015
Cody Allan Scott Lansdown of Medicine Hat, passed away suddenly at home on Friday, February 20th, 2015 at the age of 22 years. Cody leaves to cherish his memory his parents, Cindy (Ross) Aberle and Allan Scott Lansdown; two sisters, Dallas Lansdown and Daina Mackenzie; one nephew, Kholton; one niece, Myaha; his grandparents, Dave (Virginia) McLachlan; and his aunt, Kim (Tom) Wright. Cody was predeceased by his uncle, Dave McLachlan. Cody was born in Calgary, attended school in Bassano, and then began employment with Canyon Coil Tubing. He enjoyed his PlayStation 4 and making “playdates” to play online with his friends. Cody loved his job and adored his niece and nephew. He was very proud of his car and just received his gun license and was looking forward to spending time on the farm. He will be sorrowfully missed by his parents, sisters, grandparents, aunt, numerous cousins and many friends. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Friday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 11:00 to 1:25 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Saturday, February 28th, 2015 at 1:30 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. Memorial gifts in Cody’s memory may be made to Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel to assist with funeral expenses. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Cody Lansdown. 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

.ANNE LIBOIRON
1928 ~ 2015
Mrs. Anne Marie Liboiron, beloved wife of the late Mr. James Liboiron, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Wednesday, February 25, 2015, at the age of 86 years. Further announcements will follow upon completion of the funeral arrangements. (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

.CARLSON
Darlene Fay Carlson of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, February 23, 2015, at the age of 69 years. She leaves to cherish her memory two children, Dean Carlson and Donna (Randy) Bitz; four grandchildren, Colin (Marquel); Ashley (Tyler) and their children, Dallas, Drayden, Dale and Devin; Jordan; Alyssa; one brother Jim (Lucia) Perini, one sister Patricia (Larry) Simpson as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Olga and Victor Perini. Born in Medicine Hat on March 2,1945, to Olga and Victor Perini. Darlene received her education at St. Mary’s School. The first of her working history was at the Ogilvie Flour Mill and then the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. Her career began August 27, 1980, when she was began working at the Medicine Hat Transit System, retiring on August 31, 2010. She truly loved her occupation as a City Bus Driver and it showed in her incredible work ethic. She was hugely devoted to CORE Association where she loved, cherished and cared for Ralph Todd and Helen Seefried whom resided with her for many years and she treated like family. Darlene was a special lady with the kindest heart. She had a special place in her heart for her dogs but more importantly her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, family and friends whom she loved spending time with. Her smile lit up the room and her presence just made people feel loved and accepted through her selfless actions. Darlene’s strong faith in the Lord was honest and true and shone through in her strength especially from the time of her diagnosis in December of 2014. She will be sadly missed. Her family would like to thank many Healthcare Providers who showed such compassion not only for Darlene but for her family. The ER Nurses and Physicians (Dr. Stewart) gave us time to make important decisions; 5 east, 4 west and palliative care nursing staff, you are all a special group of individuals. Thank you to Mark Sloan (social work), and special thanks to Dr’s Foley, Whitfield and Best for making Darlene’s end of life journey beautiful, respectful and pain free. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Thursday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and on Friday 12 noon to 12:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday, February 27, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. with Fr. Albert Sayson officiating. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to either the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre (Medicine Hat Regional Hospital) c/o 666 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 4H6 or the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, Palliative Care (cheques payable to MH&D Health Foundation) 666 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, T1A 4H6 or online at http://www.InYourCommunity.ca To e-mail an expression of sympathy, or to the please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Darlene Carlson, 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

.This past Saturday, family and close friends gathered in Cook’s Chapel for an intimate farewell funeral for Mona Horne. A beautiful audio recording of granddaughter, Tagen, playing the violin, readings from granddaughter, Genna and a heartfelt tribute from daughter, Enid, complimented the spiritual words delivered by Reverend Dustin Resch. Mona will be reunited with her father in the family plot, in Halifax, Nova Scotia, at a later date.
She’s a lady of distinction,
Hard to surpass…
Leaving this world,
With dignity and class.
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

.KRYSTYNA TOMASZEWSKI
1927 ~ 2015
Krystyna Janina Tomaszewski of Bow Island, Alberta, passed away peacefully on Feb 22, 2015 at the age of 87 years.
Krystyna was born near Krakow, Poland, where she went to school. It was near there, during the Second World War, where Krystyna would meet Stanley, and eventually marry before the war’s end. Shortly afterwards, they moved to West Germany, where they had their first child, Teresa. Then in 1949, they emigrated to San Paulo, Brazil, where she worked as a seamstress, and gave birth to their second child, Tony. After 9 years in Brazil, they eventually made their final move to Bow Island in 1957, where shortly after, they had their third child Rick.
Mom kept busy raising her children, and went to school to get her diploma in hair styling. She then opened up a beauty salon in her house. Mom ran a very successful business from her home from the early 70’s until the mid 80’s, when she retired to spend full time with her family. Among the many fond memories that the grandchildren have of Grandma, some that stand out the most were her love of gardening, and her many famous recipes she cooked over the years, especially the “red” rice and raspberry juice that everyone loved.
Krystyna is survived by two sons: Tony and Rick (Debbie), Grandchildren, Joanna Darling (Ron) and Susanne Jin (Santo), Jason (Katherine) and Jeff (Melissa Merideth), Erin Ryland (Ben) and Ian (Jessica Malynyk) along with great grandchildren Ayden and Juliessa Jin, and Kristina and Sawyer.
She was predeceased by her loving husband, Stanley, her daughter Teresa Last (John), grandson James Last, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Siembida, two sisters and a brother.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, February 27, 2015 at ST. MICHAEL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 1113 1st Street East, Bow Island, AB with Father Fred Monk, officiating.
Send condolences at http://www.mbfunerals.com

.SHANE SHEARER
1972 ~ 2015
It is with heavy hearts the family of Shane Shearer, beloved husband of Cheryl Kastrukoff, announce his passing in Medicine Hat on Friday, February 20, 2015, at the age of 43 years. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Sunday, March 1, 2015, between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. A Celebration of Shane’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Monday, March 2, 2015, at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made directly to Brain Injury Relearning Services, c/o REDI Enterprises Society, 856 Allowance Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 7S6 or to the Canadian Mental Health Association, 204, 1865 Dunmore Road S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1Z8. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4V4. Telephone: 403-527-6455.

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