October 18, 2016

By Obituaries on October 18, 2016.

1933 ~ NITZ ~ 2016

Gotlieb "Gus" Nitz, beloved husband of Irene Nitz of Medicine Hat, passed away on Saturday, October 15th, 2016 at the age of 83 years. Gus also leaves to cherish his memory five children and their families. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Gus Nitz. 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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1935 ~ HIRSCH ~ 2016

Arthur "Art" Phillip Hirsch of Burstall, passed away on Friday, October 7th, 2016 at the age of 80 years. A Celebration of Art's Life will be held at the BURSTALL COMMUNITY HALL, Burstall, Saskatchewan on Sunday, October 30th, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. with Dr. Shane P. Andrus officiating. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Art Hirsch. 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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1928 ~ 2016
It is with sadness that the family of David Arthur “Chad” Riediger announce his unexpected passing which occurred at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Friday, October 14, 2016, at the age of 88 years. Left to cherish Chad’s memory are his devoted children, Carman (Angie) Riediger of Medicine Hat, Cindy (Paul) Bellefeuille of Okotoks and Virginia Riediger of Lethbridge; his adoring grandchildren, Adam Bellefeuille, Miranda Bellefeuille and Michael Riediger; great- grandson, Aidric Bellefeuille and grand-princess, Kayla. He also leaves his siblings, Kaye Haggith, Lydia White, Mary (John) Row, Korny Riediger and Shirley (Dean) Bengry as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Chad was predeceased by his beloved wife, Marjorie; parents, David and Agneta Riediger; brother, Jake Riediger and sister, Margaret Rempel. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so starting one hour prior to the funeral service which will be celebrated at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, October 19, 2016, at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Gerhard Reimer officiating. Interment will follow at Redcliff Cemetery. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com). If friends so desire, memorial donations in Chad’s name may be made to the Heart & Stoke Foundation of AB, #124, 430 – 6 Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, Y1A 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

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1929 ~ 2016
It is with sadness that the family of Eugene Hunter Gilchrist, announce his passing at St. Joseph’s – Carmel Hospice, Medicine Hat, on Sunday, October 16, 2016, at the age of 87 years. Funeral 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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1940 ~ 2016
It is with sadness the family of Ms. Geraldine Katherine Moser announce her passing at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Friday, October 14, 2016, at the age of 76 years. Gerry will be lovingly remembered by her brothers, Jim (Val) Moser, Ivan (Brenda) Moser; sister-in-law, Elaine Moser; nieces and nephews, Christa, Michael, Alecia, Lisa, Aaron, Adam, John; great-nieces and great-nephews, Tyler, Jayden, William and Madeleine. She was predeceased by her parents, John and Elizabeth Moser and brother, Gilbert Moser. Vigil Prayers will be recited at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Monday, October 17, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church, 238 – 2 Avenue N.E., Medicine Hat on Tuesday, October 18, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Father Francis Tran celebrant. Interment will follow in the family plot at Hillside Cemetery.
“Auntie Gerry” was all about family, all of the time.
(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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Oct 15, 1935 – Oct 13, 2016
Ralph Roth of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of Grace Roth passed away the evening of Thursday, October 13, 2016, in the presence of his wife and daughters, at the age of 80 years. Ralph leaves to cherish his memory, his daughters, Margaret (Darrell) Bollinger and Bernice (Evan) Bonneau and two grandchildren, Amanda and Tyler Bollinger; one sister, Margo (Lorne) Yanke; one brother-in-law, Garry Lentz as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Sam and Frieda Roth.
Ralph was born north of Irvine at his grandfather Steich's farm. In 1961, he married Grace Lentz. Ralph was a mixed farmer in the Clearwater district most of his life. He and Grace moved to Medicine Hat in 1995 and he retired in 2014. Ralph was active in many organizations; 40 Mile Coop Seed Plant, Unifarm Region, Irvine and District Lions, Clearwater Unifarm, Cypress Rural Electrification, Many Island Grazing Association, and Irvine Recreation Board. He also served on the boards of Memorial Salem and Fifth Avenue Memorial United Churches.
While growing up on the farm, Ralph developed his love for farming, working with animals and being outdoors. He was an avid curler and an active Lions' member. Anyone who met Ralph remembered him for his winning smile, pleasant manner, great sense of humour and his helpful nature. Spending time with family was always very important to Ralph. He will be missed by all who knew him, especially his family.
The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Tuesday, October 18, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Chelsea Masterman and Rev. David Pollard officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, Palliative Care (cheques payable to MH&D Health Foundation) or online at http://www.myhealthfoundation.ca. or the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, (both located at) 666 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, T1A 4H6. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Ralph Roth, 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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