May 12, 2016

By Obituaries on May 12, 2016.

1935 ~ STURGESS ~ 2016

Thomas "Tom" Edward Sturgess of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Evelyn Sturgess, passed away on Monday, May 2nd, 2016 at the age of 81 years. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL with Dr. David J. Carter officiating. Memorial gifts in Tom's memory may be made to the SPCA. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Tom Sturgess. 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

1936 ~ BROOKES ~ 2016

Judith Ann Brookes of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Dr. David Brookes, passed away on Friday, May 6th, 2016 at the age of 79 years. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Thursday, May 12th, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Dr. David J. Carter officiating. 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

BOETTCHER

Helen Boettcher of Medicine Hat passed away on Wednesday, May 11, 2016, at the age of 92 years, beloved wife of the late Jacob Boettcher. The funeral service will be held in the Temple Baptist Church (606 7th Street SW) on Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Brian J. Munro and Rev. Dr. Shane Andrus co- officiating. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the charity of your choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Helen Boettcher, 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

DARA M. HOLDEN

1980 ~ 2016
Dara Michelle Holden passed away unexpectedly in Medicine Hat on Sunday, May 8, 2016, at the age of 36 years. She will be forever remembered in the hearts of her family and many friends. A Celebration of Dara’s life will be held at the Heights Baptist Church, 1250 Division Avenue South, Medicine Hat on Saturday, May 14, 2016, at 1:00 p.m. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) If friends so desire, memorial donations in Dara’s name may be made directly to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8. Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

SCHOCK

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mom, Illene Rosella Schock on Tuesday, May 10, 2016, at the Carmel Hospice, at the age of 81 years. Mom was predeceased by our dad, William (Bill) Schock, her parents, Emil and Meta Pahl; brother, Stan Pahl; nephew, Byron Pahl; dad’s parents, John and Dorothy Schock and brothers-in-law, Vic Schneidmiller, Carl Schock and George Schock. She leaves to cherish her memory, her son, Lyle (Jody) Schock; her daughter, Kim (Dean) Pike; her greatest treasures her grandkids, apple of her eye Courtney Pike (Jesse Hildebrand) and her favorite artist Spencer Pike; her in-laws, Lillian Pahl, Irene Schneidmiller, Don and Marlene Schock, Jean Schock, Darlene Schock, John and Florence Schock; her best friend, Irene Klaiber as well as several nieces, nephews, friends and the new friends she made at the Wellington. Mom was an avid gardener, having had a huge garden in Redcliff with many beautiful flowers. She even looked after her plum and apple trees in her yard until C.O.P.D. prevented her from doing so. Mom’s greatest accomplishment was learning to use a mitre saw so she could build her own custom frames for the beautiful needle point and petit point pictures she made. The funeral service will be held in Victory Lutheran Church (2793 Southview Drive SE) on Friday, May 13, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. James C. Bredeson and Diaconal Minister Lila deWaal co-officiating. In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Carmel Hospice, St. Joseph’s Home c/o 156 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 5M1 . To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Illene Schock, 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

SUSIE STAHL

Oct 26, 1931 – May 10, 2016
Mayfield Colony

The Lord is my light and my salvation
I will fear no one: Psalm 27.1

Susie, beloved wife of Paul Stahl
passed away into the arms of her
Saviour, surrounded with love
by her loving family. Susie was born
October 26, 1931 in Sterling, Alberta.
Susie was known as an energetic, fun,
loving woman who lived her life to the fullest.
Left to cherish her memory are her
husband Paul & three daughters,
Bertha (Josh), Sarah (Sam), Annie (Edward)
Also 12 Grandchildren & 14 Great Grandchildren.

The funeral service will be held at the Mayfield Colony near Etzikom, Alberta on Friday, May13, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow in the Mayfield Colony Cemetery. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Susie Stahl, 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

THELMA M DAVIES

August 19, 1963 – Apr 27, 2016 A sister, an aunt, a godmother, a mentor and a friend has left us.
Thelma grew up on the family farm south of Dewberry. Thelma adored cars, camping, hockey, baseball, her motorbike and helping out at her brothers' farms. Thelma's exceptional work ethic made her family proud beyond words. Thelma was warm, caring and loyal and demonstrated sheer fortitude through her entire life – a resolve that we can only aspire to.
As per Thelma's request, no funeral service will be held.
We love her, we miss her and we hope she's found the happiness she's always deserved.

VICTOR MAMONA

Mr. Victor Mamona, beloved husband of Mrs. Mae Mamona of Medicine Hat, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Sunday, May 8, 2016, at the age of 92 years. The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Saturday, May 14, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. with Major Murray Jaster officiating. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Victor’s name may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 124, 430 – 6th Ave. S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8. Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455