November 26, 2015

By Obituaries on November 26, 2015.

1917 ~ GWINNER ~ 2015

Robert "Bob" Gwinner of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Freda Gwinner, passed away on Thursday, November 19th, 2015 at the age of 100 years old minus 2. Bob leaves to cherish his memory his five children, Peter (Patricia) Gwinner of Edmonton, Julie Munro of Victoria, British Columbia, Roberta Gwinner, Rosemary (Wayne) Baumback and Daniel "Dano" Gwinner, all of Medicine Hat; seven grandchildren, Rob (Kim) Gwinner, Michael (Rosalina) Munro, Jennifer (Rob) Blayone, Melissa Gwinner, Nicole Baumback, Kevin Munro and Brett (Jenelle) Baumback; four great grandchildren, Taylor Gwinner (Yasmin), Morgan Blayone, Carter Munro and Massimo Munro; as well as numerous nieces and nephews in Germany and England. Bob was predeceased by his wife, Freda; his parents, Johann and Emilie Gwinner; and one daughter, Lillian Fisher. Bob was born on August 30th, 1917 in Bessarabia and immigrated to Canada from England in 1954. He worked as a chef at the Cypress Club and the Elks Club before purchasing the Shell Travel-In Restaurant, which he owned and operated for 25 years. Family was very important to Bob which was evident in the hard work he did to provide for them. Bob loved cooking and meeting new people. His memory will be forever cherished 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 until 9:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Thursday, November 26th, 2015 at 1:30 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. A private interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Bob's memory may be made to Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, c/o Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation, 666 – 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6 or to the charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Bob Gwinner. 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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1929 ~ KUNZ ~ 2015

Mrs. Barbara Kunz (nee Miller), beloved wife of the late Mike Kunz, passed away on Thursday, November 19th, 2015 at the age of 86 years. The Funeral Mass was celebrated yesterday at HOLY FAMILY PARISH with Father Albert Sayson, Celebrant. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Barbara Kunz. 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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BABCOCK

Hazel Mary (Anderson) Babcock passed away on Tuesday, November 24, 2015, at the age of 94 years, beloved wife of the late Vic Anderson and the late Douglas Babcock. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the The Kidney Foundation of Canada, 6007 1A St SW, Calgary, AB T2H 0G5. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Hazel Babcock, 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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MARSHALL (Marsall)

Michael”Mike” Alexander Marshall of Medicine Hat passed away on Friday, November 20, 2015, at the age of 94 years, beloved husband of the late Katie Marshall. He leaves to cherish his memory three sons, Jeff (Bernice) of Mendham, Mark (Sonya) of Calgary and Mike (Pam) of Redcliff and predeceased by his youngest son Melvin, daughter-in-law Valerie Marshall (nee: Nicoll). He also leaves to cherish his memory seven grandchildren, Sherry (Sean) Chase of Regina, Daren (Melissa) Marshall of Medicine Hat, Jodie (Jason) Giesbrecht of Kindersley, Shawn Marshall (Erika Mahoney) of Calgary, Cash Hagen of Calgary, Adam Marshall and Katrina Marshall both of Medicine Hat as well as several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. He was predeceased by his parents Alexander and Anna (nee Materi) Marshall and all his siblings. Mike A. Marsall was born on March 17, 1921, on the homestead near Mendham, Saskatchewan. He grew up in that area and lived most of his life there. In 1947, he married the love of his life, Katie Neigum. Together they farmed in the Mendham area until 1965, when they semi retired to Medicine Hat and Mike continued to farm from the city. Growing up Mike had a natural athletic ability. He played baseball for the Mendham Gophers as a center fielder. He may have only stood 5'2" but he could outrun anyone and still today memories of his speed are shared. When family or friends would stop by for a visit, Mike would be watching either baseball or hockey on T.V. He was an avid fan of both. His biggest thrill was when his youngest son Melvin was picked up by the Medicine Hat Tigers. In retirement he and Katie enjoyed their many leisurely trips to Las Vegas. Mike was a quiet, gentle and unassuming man as well as truthful and honest. If you ever wanted to know the honest truth just ask him. He was a teacher of many lessons with his words and actions. Never lie, because you can’t remember lies and if you repeat a lie it changes the truth. You will always remember the truth and the truth never changes. He had a fantastic memory of dates, never a birthdate missed and he had a manner in how to remember your age by remembering your birth year. For all these memories we have, we will truly miss him. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Tuesday from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and at the church on Wednesday from 10:00 – 10:55 a.m. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in the Holy Family Parish on Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Albert Sayson celebrant. Private family interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, donations maybe made to the Carmel Hospice, St. Joseph’s Home c/o 156 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, T1A 5M1. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Mike Marshall, 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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RALPH GRUBEL

1928 ~ 2015
Ralph Otto Henry Grubel was born in Gull Lake, Saskatchewan on February 14, 1928 and peacefully passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Saturday, November 21, 2015, at the age of 87 years. Along with his beloved wife, Jane, Ralph leaves to cherish his memory: son, Floyd Rath; daughter, Joanne (Tom) McKee; granddaughters, Sarah and Kelly McKee; brother, Herb (Carol) Grubel as well as numerous other close family members and good friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Alvina and John Henry Grubel; four sisters, Merle, Elsie, Vera and Emma as well as two brothers, Alvin and Albert. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Thursday, November 26, 2015, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and again beginning one hour prior to the service. The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Friday, November 27, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Shane Hein and Rev. Marcel Mitchell officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) If friends so desire, donations in memory of Ralph may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Road S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1Z8. 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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RICHARD "DICK" JONES

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Dick Jones announce his passing on Monday, November 23rd, 2015 at the age of 87 years. Dick was predeceased by his wife, Connie. Dick is survived by his daughter, Brenda (Frank) Watts; his sons, Ken (Gail) Jones and Calvin (Gerri Lynn Wood) Jones; ten grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren; as well as many good friends. He will be deeply missed by all who knew his smiling face and charming wit. As per Dad's request, there will be no funeral service. A private family graveside service will be held at a later date. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Dick Jones. 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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