April 26, 2016

By Obituaries on April 26, 2016.

1923 ~ MILLINGTON-ELLIS ~ 2016

It is with sadness we announce the passing of our Mom, Mildred Millington-Ellis, on Wednesday, April 20th, 2016 at the age of 92 years in Medicine Hat. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at WUERFEL AUDITORIUM, SOUTH COUNTRY VILLAGE with Pastor Bob Findley officiating. Memorial gifts in Millie's memory may be made to the charity of one's choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Mildred Ellis. 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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1933 ~ GYORKOS ~ 2016

Stephen Joseph Gyorkos of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Mary Gyorkos, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 22nd, 2016 at the age of 82 years. Stephen was one of many siblings born December 8th, 1933 in Medicine Hat, Alberta.
Stephen honed his cooking skills as a youngster when his mother went into the hospital for an operation and he wanted to cook for his siblings. Almost up until his last day he cooked and baked for his family. His many other talents included carpentry, gardening, sewing and if something was broken he was the epitome of “Mr. Fix It”.
As a teen he went to St. Teresa’s and in the summer enjoyed working on his Uncle and Aunt’s farm in Vauxhall. He loved playing competitive hockey as a teen and recreational hockey as an adult. Stephen then went to work at Gyorkos Cleaners. He knew Mary was the love of his life when he met her and he continued to work at the Cleaners after they were married and raising a young family. Always striving to better himself, he excelled at what was then called Night School to upgrade so he could go to College. His College days did not last long as he began his lifelong career at AGT (Telus) and got great pleasure meeting with the Telus coffee crew each week after his retirement. Dad loved working in his yard and tending to his garden which he even did this summer as his health declined.
His grandchildren were a huge part of his life and his love, advice and stories will help over time to heal the hole in their hearts. Steve and Mary travelled to many different continents meeting lifelong friends on their travels. Dad missed Mary terribly when she passed 10 years ago but he eventually took on the role of both Grandpa and Grandma and spoke daily on the phone with Maureen as she had always done with Mom. Dad was diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer 3 years ago. He never complained, enduring a difficult surgery, faithfully going to chemo every 3 weeks for 18 months. Thankfully, he did not suffer day to day affects from the chemo but suffered kidney damage which this past December, resulted with him requiring dialysis 3 times a week.
Thank you to all the caring people in the Cancer Clinic, Dialysis Unit, 4th Floor West, Palliative Care and Janice and staff from Home Care. Dad had a special rapport with Dr.’s Foley, Dr. Ahmad, Dr. Alphin and Dr. Harrison, enjoying all the laughs they shared. Dad’s neighbors, Brian and Pam were always a phone call away, for this we thank-you. Cathy at Special Transit was so kind on his first trip and many to follow as were other drivers.
Further memories will be shared in the Eulogy at Prayers Monday evening. Following the eulogy, the family invites anyone with a special memory to also share with those in attendance. Unfortunately, Dads’ wish to pass at home never happened, but he is now in his Eternal Home with our Lord and his beloved wife Mary.
Stephen leaves to cherish his memory two children, Dennis (Jenny) Gyorkos and Maureen (Stephen) Van Ieperen; three grandchildren, Michael Gyorkos (Lauren McLean) and first great grandbaby due in September, Stephanie Van Ieperen and Alexis Van Ieperen; Jenny’s children, Brad Holton, Cory Holton and Troy Holton; two brothers, Martin (Bernice) Gyorkos and Mike Gyorkos; two sisters, Anne Davies and Mary Gyorkos; one sister-in-law, Doreen Gyorkos; one brother-in-law, Tom (Diane) Bell; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Stephen was predeceased by his beloved wife, Mary Gyorkos; his parents, Stephen and Anne Gyorkos; one brother, John Gyorkos; one sister, Elizabeth Gyorkos; father and mother-in-law, Wilfred and Helen Bell; and one brother-in-law, Howard Davies.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Monday from 6:00 until 9:00 p.m. and at ST. PATRICK'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 238 – 2nd Avenue NE, on Tuesday from 12:00 until 12:55 p.m. Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be said at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, on Monday, April 25th, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. PATRICK'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, on Tuesday, April 26th, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. with Father Tomy Manjaly, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gift in Stephen’s memory may be made to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, the Palliative Care Unit or to the Dialysis Unit, all c/o Medicine Hat and District Health Foundation, 666 – 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Stephen Gyorkos. 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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1943 ~ WISEMAN ~ 2016

Maxine Louise Wiseman of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, April 25th, 2016 at the age of 73 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed by
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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ALBRECHT

Edwin Albrecht of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, April 25, 2016, at the age of 84 years, beloved husband of the late Violet Albrecht. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Wednesday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and at the church on Thursday from 10:00 – 10:55 a.m. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Thursday, April 28, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Philip Le celebrant. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society 1865 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 1Z8. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Edwin Albrecht, 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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ALDRED

Kenneth Aldred passed away on Saturday, April 23, 2016, at the age of 84 years, beloved husband of Emily Aldred of Medicine Hat. The funeral service will be held in Wuerfel Auditorium, South Country Village, (1720 Bell Street SW) on Thursday, April 28, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Robert Findley and Pastor Marcel Mitchell officiating. A private family interment will be held in the Hillside Cemetery prior to the funeral service. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to A.J.’s Loan Cupboard (Alan Joys Memorial Fund Society) Box 45006, McKenzie Postal Outlet, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 7H3. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Kenneth Aldred, 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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GEORGE WASUTYK

1951 ~ 2016
George Wasutyk, beloved husband of the late Linda Rex, passed away in Medicine Hat on Sunday, March 6, 2016, at the age of 64 years. George leaves to cherish his memory: brothers, Miron (Ruth) Wasutyk of Prince Albert, SK., Joe Wasutyk of Ukraine and Orest (Margaret) Wasutyk of Prince Albert, SK.; sister, Dorothy (Stan) Podborochynski of Saskatoon, SK.; sister-in-law, Lisa Rex and her family as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Peter and Annie Wasutyk. George was a man of great faith with a never ending thirst for knowledge. He enjoyed everything from history to the newest gadgets. His greatest passion was animals, especially horses and his dog, Sheba. He would play ball for hours with her right up until she passed away, only a couple of days before the passing of his other greatest love – his life partner and soulmate in life, Linda. Another of George’s passions was music. He was enthusiastic about learning how to play guitar. His favorite artist of all time was Bob Dylan and he practiced diligently to play his songs while attempting to write his own music. A Celebration of George’s life will be held at Hillside Cemetery on Tuesday, April 26, 2016, at 3:30 p.m. with Father Tomy Manjaly officiating. Those who wish to attend the Graveside Service should gather at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Tuesday at 3:10 p.m. to join in the procession to Graveside. (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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