August 14, 2015

By Obituaries on August 14, 2015.

1933 ~ ROSA ~ 2015

Joao "John" Pereira Rosa of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Lena Rosa, passed away on Tuesday, August 11th, 2015 at the age of 82 years. John leaves to cherish his memory his children and their families. The Funeral Service will be at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Monday, August 17th, 2015 at 1:30 p.m. Father John L. Maes, officiating. Memorial gifts in John's memory may be made to Alzheimer Society, 547 – 4th Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 0K7. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading John Rosa. 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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1938 ~ IVARSON ~ 2015

Marlene Lorna Ivarson, beloved wife of Kenneth "Ken" Ivarson of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, August 11th, 2015 at the age of 77 years. Marlene also leaves to cherish her memory her children, Earl Ivarson of Kelowna, British Columbia, Marj (Rick) Breisnes of Estevan, Saskatchewan and Colette (Lorne) Stuart of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan; seven grandchildren, Jessie Ivarson (Steven Soroka), Chelsea Ivarson (Adam Pendleton), Colby (Kim) Bay, Michael Breisnes, Stacey (Corey) Dornian, Alisha Lloyd (Jody Lussier) and Amber (Cody) Betham; eight great- grandchildren, Ethan, Logan, Kaydra, Kiera, Kaysen, Emma, Ava and Emily; three brothers, Vern (Norma) Erickson, Arvid (Doreen) Erickson and Orlynn Erickson; one sister, Ardis Lamb; one sister-in-law, Irene (Marlin) Wenstad; special people, Ken Lloyd and Wendy Lueke; special friend, Louise Wickstrom; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Marlene was predeceased by her parents, George and Elsie Erickson; one brother-in-law, Stuart Lamb; and in-laws, Jorgen (Katie) Ivarson. Marlene’s memory will be forever cherished by her family and friends. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Saturday, August 15th, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Jerald Daniels officiating. Memorial gifts in Marlene's memory may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Medicine Hat & District Branch, 102, 73 – 7th Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1J2 or to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation, 124, 430 – 6th Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Marlene Ivarson. 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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1955 ~ McNEIL ~ 2015

It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Gilfred “Gil” Harvey McNeil on August 12th, 2015 at the age of 60 years, beloved husband of Rita McNeil. He also leaves to cherish his memory his mother, Julia McNeil; brother Tony (Diane) McNeil; two sisters Diana McNeil and Gail (Gerald) Oliver; mother-in-law June Judkins; brothers-in-law Bryan (Linda) and Wayne Judkins, sisters-in-law Connie Schlachter, Myrna Cecchini, and Terri Mazereeuw; three stepchildren Christopher (Katie) Kolody, Jameson Kolody; Sara (Valerio) Borchiellini, one granddaughter Leila Borchiellini; several nieces and nephews, and many special and caring friends. He was predeceased by his father Gilfred Earl McNeil. Gil was born in Wainright, AB and, as part of a military family, lived in various provinces while growing up. Gil was an avid hockey player in his early adult life and played for the Brandon Wheat Kings in Manitoba and the Butte Copper Kings in Montana. Gil loved the outdoors and was especially fond of fishing. Gil had a passion for the unique and unusual and appreciated a variety of interesting hobbies. Throughout his life, Gil enjoyed a variety of careers working with the fur trade industry and even a goldmine. Gil also worked in the energy and oil industries. He began his career as a Power Engineer with the City of Medicine Hat and was currently employed with Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL). Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, on Sunday, August 16th, 2015 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., and at HOLY FAMILY PARISH, on Monday, from 10:00 to 10:55 a.m. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Sunday evening at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated in HOLY FAMILY PARISH, 1451 Strachan Road SE, on Monday, August 17th, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Philip Le celebrant. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 – 1865 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1Z8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Gil McNeil. 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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ADA URTON

1921 ~ 2015
Mrs. Ada Antonia Urton, beloved wife of the late Mr. Jack Urton, passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Wednesday, August 12, 2015, at the age of 94 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

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GREEN

Robert Gordon Green of Medicine Hat, passed away on suddenly on Wednesday, July 29, 2015, at the age of 77 years, beloved husband of the late Geraldine Green. He leaves to cherish his memory two sisters, Beverley (John) Dutka of Winnipeg, Manitoba and Donna (Keith) Coneybeer of Delta, B.C.; four brothers, Doug (Loretta) of Picture Butte, Joe (June) of Langley, B.C., Jim (Sharon) of 100 Mile House and Al (Joan) of Coalhurst as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife Geraldine on October 13, 2010 and by his parents Florence and Joseph Green. A memorial service will be held in the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses (62 Valleyview Drive SW) on Saturday, August 15, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Robert Green, 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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LENORE PETTAPIECE

1951 ~ 2015
Lenore May Pettapiece (Ganyo) age 63 of Redcliff, AB. and formerly of Moose Jaw, SK., passed away peacefully while surrounded by her family at the Tom Baker Cancer Clinic in Calgary, AB. on Tuesday, August 11, 2015. Lenore was born on October 21, 1951, in Moose Jaw, SK. to the late Lester and Katherine Ganyo. Lenore is survived by her husband, Doug Pettapiece; three children, Kathy Ganyo (Rod), Shari Bowey (Mark) of Redcliff, AB. and Leslie Smith (David) of Lethbridge, AB.; one brother, Pat Ganyo of Swift Current, SK.,; three step-children, Karen Barrows (Willie) of Orlando, FL., Jerry Dubois (Susan) of Jasksonville, FL. and Tracey Pettapiece (Jim) of Swift Current, SK.; eleven grandchildren, Tavia, Akeda, Haley, Tayla, Russell, Avery, Mike, Douglas, Kelsie, Amber, Tracey; three great-grandchildren, Chanel, Mea and Zak. Lenore also leaves behind many caring relatives and friends. The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Saturday, August 15, 2015, at 11:00 a.m. (Those wishing to pay their respects may do so beginning one hour prior to the service from 10:00 a.m. to 10:55 a.m.) Interment will follow at the Redcliff Cemetery with a luncheon to follow thereafter at the Redcliff Senior Centre. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at 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

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Raise Your Glass…

Last Saturday was a beautiful, sunshine filled day that had family and friends of Gerald Boschee gathering at Holy Family Parish in remembrance of a life well lived. Reverend Scheske welcomed everyone and provided ministry and hope in his service, even touching on a few of the car deals he had with Gerald… Larry Lozo shared words of tribute for his best bud, drawing both laughter and tears from the many present… Fellowship and story sharing continued throughout the afternoon during the luncheon at the Cypress Centre that followed… just the way that Gerald would have wanted it!
Raise your glasses in the air,
A true family-man & best-friend,
We’ll miss & love you always,
With time, our hearts will mend.
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

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SABURO NISHI

1926 – 2015
Saburo Nishi, beloved husband of Kimino Nishi, passed away on Thursday, August 13, 2015 at the age of 88 years.
Further information including service details will follow once arrangements have been finalized.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: 1-888-223-0116.

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