July 15, 2015

By Obituaries on July 15, 2015.

1923 ~ WINKLER ~ 2015

It is with heavy hearts and sadness that the family says goodbye to Dewald "Dave" Winkler who passed away peacefully on the Palliative Care Ward at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Saturday, July 11th, 2015 at the age of 91 years, just two weeks shy of his 92nd birthday. Dave leaves to cherish his memory his children: Judy Pethick (Robert Clement) and her daughter, Wendy (Paul) Rubner; Larry Winkler and his children, Grant (Jane) Winkler, Brent Winkler, Chad (Denise) Winkler and Steven (Angie) Winkler, and his step-son, Jeff (Holly) Walker; Curtis (Vera) Winkler and their children, Kirby (Adrienne) Winkler and Nadine (Mike) Mueller; Diane Strafford and her son, Corey Winkler; and Shirley Bunting and her children, Michael Bunting (Christine) and Cameron Bunting (Anita); fifteen great-grandchildren; one brother, Don (Elaine) Winkler; two sisters, Evelyn (Bill) Plummer and Dorothy Sayler; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Dave was predeceased by his first wife, Sophie in 1999; his second wife, Hilda in 2001; his parents, Theodore and Susie Winkler; his son-in-law, Richard Bunting; two brothers, Walter and Leonard Winkler; two sisters, Freda Christink and Pauline Swatkoff; four brothers-in-law, Vern Sayler, Art Kandt, Bill Christink and Walter Swatkoff; and two sisters-in-law, Viola Winkler and Emma Kandt. Dave was born near Golden Prairie, Saskatchewan. He farmed in the area until 1955 when he moved to Medicine Hat. Dave worked as a carpenter in the construction industry working at CFB Suffield until retiring at 65 years, however, he continued to do jobs on the side. He was very musical and loved fishing, hunting, fixing things and especially going to Lake Newell where he had a second family. Dave will be lovingly remembered by his family and friends. 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 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Thursday, July 16th, 2015 at 1:30 p.m. with Reverend Dr. Patrick Schoenberger officiating. Interment will follow in the Family Plot at Redcliff Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Dave's memory may be made to the Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation, Palliative Care Unit, 666 – 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6, or to AJ's Loan Cupboard, Box 45006, Mackenzie Drugs Postal Outlet, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0B1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Dave Winkler. 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

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1942 ~ MARTIN ~ 2015

Sheila Louise Martin of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, July 12th, 2015 at the age of 73 years. Sheila leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Angel Wandler (Tim Alexander) of Medicine Hat and their children, Savannah and Teyle. Family and Friends are invited to Angel and Tim's (52 Rossmere Bay SE) on Saturday, July 18th, 2015 from 1:00 until 4:00 p.m. Memorial gifts in Sheila's memory may be made to Palliative Care Unit, c/o Medicine Hat and District Health Foundation, 666 – 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6 or to a Charity of One's Choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Sheila Martin. 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

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1946 ~ CODDING ~ 2015

Carmen Rose Codding, beloved wife of Edward “Ed” Codding, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph's Home on July 11th, 2015 at the age of 69 years. She also leaves to cherish her memory her mother, Florence Bicketon; sisters, Valerie (George) Russell and Gerry (Dennis) O'Connor; children, Arthur (Vanessa) Bosgra, Andrew (Amanda Oldfield) Bosgra, Cara (Miguel Aguirre) Bosgra, and Michelle (Robert) Warren; step-children, Dana (Kris Read) Codding and Nathan (Michelle) Codding; grandchildren, Angel, Gabriel, Ebony-Dawn, Emiliano, Sebastian, Charles, David, Jack, Tiegan and Jeremy; along with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Carmen and her twin sister, Valerie, were born in Edmonton and raised in Ralston. From her youth she was a "God Chaser" and "Jesus Lover". After the ninth grade she entered a convent in Medicine Hat with the Sisters of Charity of Saint Louis to discern whether she had a calling on her life to join the Sisterhood. After four years she decided not to take her final vows and returned to the secular world. She moved to Calgary and enrolled in the nursing program at the University of Calgary, discovering that she was not meant to be a nurse. She began working as a geological assistant in the oil patch where she remained until children began arriving. She met Ed while playing bridge and they were married in 1987 in Calgary. In 1992 they moved to Fort McMurray where they lived until Ed retired in 2003 and they moved to Redcliff where they still lived. Carmen's passion for Jesus defined her life. While in Fort McMurray she became the President of the local Aglow International Chapter, a Christian women's organization. Through Aglow, Carmen began teaching workshops and seminars on a wide variety of Christian topics, all encouraging women and men to chase after God, seek intimacy with Jesus and hunger for the Holy Spirit. She and Ed were members of the core teams that began the Alpha Course at St. Thomas' Anglican Church and introduced the Live-In and Get to Know Jesus Weekend Retreats in Fort McMurray. In 2005, Carmen and Ed moved to Malaysia where they operated a guest/vacation house for missionaries in South East Asia, returning to Redcliff in 2009. While there, they organized and participated in Prayer Retreats, gathering people from around the world to pray for the countries and peoples in the region. The relationships they built with fellow missionaries and local peoples have endured to this day. When they returned to Redcliff, Carmen joined the Aglow Southern Alberta Area Team which gave her the opportunity to continue teaching workshops and seminars in addition to helping organize and present weekend retreats and conferences for Aglow members in southern Alberta. She also served two years as President of the Women's Auxiliary to the Redcliff Legion Branch #6. We are deeply saddened by the loss of a wife, daughter, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, best friend, teacher, mentor and woman of integrity. Her legacy remains with the people she encouraged to seek Jesus and the Holy Spirit with all their hearts, a legacy which deeply touched many people. While we are saddened, we rejoice with the assurance of Jesus that she is dancing with Him in her Father's house, which is where she belongs! We want to extend a very special Thank You to the staff of St. Joseph's Home for the kindness, care and compassion you gave to Carmen while she was with you. You are truly special people. The Funeral Service will be held at ST. BARNABAS ANGLICAN CHURCH, 635 – 4th Street SE, on Friday, July 17th, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Canon D. Gene Packwood officiating. Interment will follow at Redcliff Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Carmen's memory may be made to the Carmel Hospice, St. Joseph's Home, 156 – 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Carmen Codding. 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

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FISCHER

Frieda Fischer of Medicine Hat passed away on Monday, July 13, 2015, at the age of 87 years, beloved wife of the late George Fischer. She leaves to cherish her memory her two sons, Donald Fischer (Fay Maser) and Dean Fischer; one granddaughter, Mandy Fischer (Trevor Hauck) and their son, Hunter; four sisters, Viola Rexius, Elsie Yackel, Evelyn Hoffmann and Laura (Lawrence) Blodgett; one brother-in-law Jack Rexius as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Emma and Jacob Hoffmann; her husband, George on August 20, 2014; three brothers, Albert (Phyllis), August (Alma) and Bill; three sisters, Lydia (Adolf) Faser , Mary Rexius, Ruth (Walter) Besler; three brothers-in-law, Rudy Yackel, Henry Rexius and Karl Hoffmann. She also leaves memories behind with her two best friends Alice Zeeb and Bernice Jans. Frieda was a great wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. Hard working and always loved to be outside in the garden. Many nights were hosted at their home playing cards and visiting with relatives and friends. The thing she enjoyed the most was traveling and together with her husband went on many bus tour vacations throughout the provinces. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Thursday, July 16, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Bob McGougan officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta, 222 58 Ave SW #201, Calgary, AB. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Frieda Fischer, 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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On The Wings Of A Dove…

It was a week ago today that Katie Nelson began her new life’s journey. Friends and relatives gathered at Cook’s in support of Katie’s family as everyone shared in a time of celebration and remembrance of the life of this much beloved lady. Celebrant Getz led the service which held special memories as shared by sister-in-law, Ella, a video tribute of memories from days gone by as well as some of Katie’s favorite hymns. Following a peaceful farewell ceremony at the cemetery, fellowship and the sharing of stories continued at the luncheon.
God has granted Katie,
A well deserved rest,
She leaves a legacy of love,
Ascending on the wings of a dove.
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

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PANSY LLOYD KNIGHTS FISHER

August 29, l922 – July 1, 2015

The second of eight children born to Cyril and Nella Lloyd, Pansy, though born in Wales, grew up in Calgary. In l941 she married John Kingsley Knights, a Pathfinder Navigator, who was shot down over Germany in l945. Later she met and married his cousin, Frederick Henry Fisher and they lived and raised their family in Medicine Hat, where Fred was a high school teacher and administrator.
Pansy devoted herself always to others, her family, friends and those less fortunate. She made her home a happy, welcoming refuge filled with the aroma of baking and good food. There was not a selfish bone in her body and she led by example. She stands at the top of the Hero list for many people whose lives she touched. She and Fred traveled the world, visiting many places inaccessible now in six of the seven continents, and she gathered memories and friends along the way.
Her family and their activities became her life, especially during the last five years when she was fortunate to live in Victoria. A woman of deep faith, she told us daily how blessed she was, but it was her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, who were really the lucky ones.
She is survived by her sisters, Joan Williams (Bob), and Diane Powell of Calgary, her children, Nella (Bill Berry) and Donald (Sheryl), grandchildren: Koryne (Taylor Smith), Derek Berry (JoAnne) Ambre, Karis, Huxley and Chloe Fisher, six great grandchildren: Emily, Jordyn and Jessie Berry, Lindsey, Liam and Nathan Smith, and many nieces and nephews.
Her service will be August 22 at St. Margaret's, Eagle Butte.

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