April 19, 2016

By Obituaries on April 19, 2016.

1932 ~ FREY ~ 2016

Peter Nicholas Frey, beloved husband of Christina Frey of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, April 17th, 2016 at the age of 83 years. Peter also leaves to cherish his memory three children, Darcy (Bernie) Frey, Dwayne (Terry) Frey, and Darlene Frey (Lyle Cederburg), and their families. Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be said at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Wednesday, April 20th, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at HOLY FAMILY PARISH, 1451 Strachan Road SE, on Thursday, April 21st, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Father Philip Le, Celebrant. A Private Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Peter's memory may be made to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Peter Frey. 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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1958 ~ CHAY ~ 2016

Donna Marie Chay of Medicine Hat, loving companion of John Mueller, passed away on Saturday, April 16th, 2016 at the age of 57 years. Donna also leaves to cherish her memory her son, Alex (Joanne) Chay; her daughter, Dawn (Chris) Shave; four grandchildren, Owen and Max Hall-Chay, Kayla McLaren, and Grayden Shave; one brother, Murray (Debbie) Clarke; and one sister, Lorna (Greg) Clarke. Donna was predeceased by her parents, James and Kathleen Clarke; and one brother, Grant Clarke. Donna was born in Wolseley, Saskatchewan on September 26th, 1958. She attended Wolseley School and went on to Technical School to be a lab technician. Donna lived throughout Saskatchewan including Saskatoon, Regina, Limerick, and Weyburn before moving to Medicine Hat where she worked as a doctor's assistant for 18 years. She met John Mueller in 2000 and they began their lives together enjoying camping and fishing. Donna loved her children and grandchildren and will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by all. The Graveside Service will be held at Ellisboro Cemetery on Saturday, April 23rd, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Victoria Mwamasika officiating. A time of fellowship will follow at the Lemberg Community Hall. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Donna Chay. 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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BLANCHE ROSE

1931 ~ 2016
Blanche Rose, beloved wife of the late Walter Rose, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Sunday, April 17, 2016, at the age of 84 years. Further announcements will follow upon completion of the arrangements. (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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HEHR

Archie Thomas Hehr of Medicine Hat, passed away on Saturday, April 16, 2016, at the age of 86 years, beloved husband of the late Alvina Hehr. A graveside service will be held at Hillside Cemetery on Saturday, April 23, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. Those who wish to attend the graveside can meet inside the main gate to the cemetery at 12:45 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, NWT & NU, 100 – 119 14 St NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6 or Canadian Diabetes Association, Medicine Hat and District Branch 102 73 7th Street SE, Medicine Hat. T1A 1J2. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Archie Hehr, 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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REV. KEVIN JOHNSTON

1959 ~ 2016
Rev. Kevin Johnston passed away in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, April 13, 2016, at the age of 57 years. Memorial arrangements will be announced upon completion. (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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SLEMKO

George Slemko passed away on Saturday, April 16, 2016, at the age of 93 years, beloved husband of the late Dora Slemko. He leaves to cherish his memory 2 sisters-in-law, Staffania Hanewich of Oyen and Zena Faichuk of Medicine Hat as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Irene and Nick Slemko; his wife, Dora on January 18, 2011; three brothers, Michael, William and John and two sisters, Marie Schultz and Ann Slemko. George served in the navy (Seaman First Class) in 1941 and after the war returned to Medicine Hat and started working for C.P.R. In 1984, George was in the bad train accident that occurred here in Medicine Hat, forcing him into retirement. He kept himself busy planting his garden full of great vegetables, which he kept weedless. George was a Legion member and enjoyed the weekly meat draw which they often won as well as being very lucky with nevada tickets. The family would like to thank the staff at Good Samaritan’s for the wonderful care given to George during his stay there. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Monday, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. A graveside service will be held in the Hillside Cemetery on Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. David Pollard officiating. Those wishing to attend are asked to meet inside the cemetery gates at 10:45 a.m. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society, Alberta and Northwest Territories 547 4 St. SE Medicine Hat, AB T1A 0K7. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: George Slemko, 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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UNRATH

Martha Unrath of Regina, formerly of Medicine Hat, passed away at her Regina Residence on Monday, April 11, 2016, at the age of 99 years. She was predeceased by her son Garry on August 22, 1967, her husband Albert on December 9, 2005 and her daughter Charlene on May 27, 2014, as well as brothers; Edward ( Elsie), Henry (Lenora), Alvin (Stella), Raymond (Edna), William (Esther) and Arthur (Inez) and a sister, Elsie (Hugh Lueck). Martha is survived by her loving sister, Olinda (Earl) Haynes- (Elmer) Berkan, and special sisters-in law, Esther and Inez Muhlbeier. She has been blessed with many nieces and nephews and their families. Martha had many friends who loved and will miss her dearly. Martha was born on April 7, 1917, in Fox Valley, Saskatchewan. On November 8, 1939, she married Albert Unrath in Golden Prairie, Saskatchewan. They farmed together all their lives in the Golden Prairie area before retiring to Medicine Hat. Martha relocated to Regina in 2015. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Tuesday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held in Temple Baptist Church (606 7th Street SW) on Wednesday April 20, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Marcel Mitchel and Rev. Lorne Lueck (Martha’s nephew) officiating. Interment will follow at the Hillside Cemetery. If you wish to make a donation in Martha’s memory you may direct it to Special Olympics of Alberta (fs28*http://www.specialolympics.ab.ca/donate). To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Martha Unrath, 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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WIRTH, John

July 25, 1925 – April 15, 2016
Beloved husband, father, Opa and Grand-Opa, John Wirth went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 15, 2016. He was predeceased by his daughter Marie Charlet in 2010.
John was born in Bonyhad, Hungary and grew up working on the family farm. He met his future wife Christine there and in 1947 they were married after their families moved to Germany. John worked in Frankfurt for 6 years, helping to rebuild the city after the war. The young couple immigrated to Canada in 1952 with their 3 year old daughter. They settled in Valleyview, Alberta to homestead, where they had two more children. As well as the full time job of clearing the bush from their land, John spent ten years working on the oil rigs. There were many, many days that he only slept for a few hours between jobs, yet it was known that he had the cleanest barn in the area!
In 1973, John sold the farm and moved his family to Calgary, where he worked at a trailer manufacturing company for the next five years. His dedication to his work earned him the respect of his boss and co-workers. No one worked harder than John. After their last child was married in 1979, John and Christine retired to Medicine Hat where John worked a the flour mill for a short time. He enjoyed gardening and was an ardent recycler. You could see him every day picking up bottles and cans as well as old bicycles and just tidying up the neighborhood in general. He repaired many a bike and sold quite a few that he had fixed. One thing you noticed about John, he was always singing or humming a tune. If you were seated in front of him at church, you couldn't miss what a powerful voice he had when it came time to sing hymns. In September of 2011, John and Christine moved to Cochrane. A great big thank you to all the staff at Big Hill Lodge and John's Home Care Nurses for their kindness and compassion to John over the last few months.
John was a great example to his children and grandchildren, whom he loved dearly. He will be missed greatly by his wife of 69 years Christine, his son Alfred (Anne), his daughter Dorica Parrott (Norm), his son-in-law, Marie's surviving husband, Dennis Charlet (Irma), all nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. John believed that cleanliness was next to Godliness. If there are brooms in heaven, he is sweeping the streets of gold!
A Funeral Service to honour John's life will be held at Cochrane Alliance Church (902 Glenbow Drive, Cochrane, AB) on Thursday, April 21, 2016 at 1:00 pm with viewing starting at 12:00 pm. Following the service, John will be laid to rest at the Cochrane Cemetery. A time for fellowship and remembrance will follow the graveside service at the church.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made to a charity of your choice.
Arrangements in care of COCHRANE COUNTRY FUNERAL HOME, Cochrane, Alberta. Telephone: 403-932-1039
Forward condolences through http://www.cochranecountryfuneralhome.com

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