July 17, 2017

By Obituaries on July 17, 2017.

1926 ~ WILLIAM PSHEBNICKI ~ 2017

William Pshebnicki of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, July 7th, 2017 at the age of 91 years. William leaves to cherish his memory three sons, Billy Pshebnicki, Terry Pshebnicki and Kelly (Roxanne) Pshebnicki; three grandaughters, Crystal (Jamie) McCann, Jessie Pshebnicki, and Natasha (Brian) Matulin; six great-grandchildren, Zachary (Sky) McCann, Bailey McCann, Emma McCann, Leah Matulin, Dawson Matulin, Kayla Matulin and Shaylyn Pshebnicki of Brandon, Manitoba: two great-great-grandchildren, Noah and Anna; three siblings, Peter (Inga) Pshebnicki of Niagara Falls, Ontario, Jenny West of Brandon, Manitoba and Jim Pshebnicki of Dauphin, Manitoba; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. He was predeceased by his parents John and Nellie Pshebnicki; his siblings, Mary, Mike, Anne, Nick, and Helen; one great-granddaughter, Madison McCann (who will always be with us). William will be interred at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. A private family service will be held. Memorial gifts in Williams's memory may be made to the Riverview Care Centre 603 Prospect Drive Southwest, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 4C2. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading William Pshebnicki. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to
SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 http://www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis.com Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.

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1929 ~ CLIFFORD ALBERT “CLIFF” SMITH ~ 2017

Clifford Albert Smith of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of Elsie Smith, passed away on Friday, July 14th, 2017 at the age of 87 years. Cliff leaves to cherish his memory his six children: Elaine (Randy) Jahnke, Terry (Gayle) Smith, Raymond (Paulette) Smith, Doug (Crystal) Smith, Donnie (Dixie) Smith, and Garry (Dawna) Smith; thirteen grandchildren, Jamie (Jen) Jahnke, Jannae (Scott) Bridgeman, Clint Jahnke, Tyler (Colleen) Smith, Mitchell (Shawna) Smith, Tianna Smith (Klint Kornfield), Rachel Smith, Corey (Chantal) Smith, Duane Smith, Jayden Smith, Delaney Smith, Devan (Amy) Smith, and Dakota Smith; seven great-grandchildren, Leo, Ellie and Gray, Hudson, Grant, Halle and Brett; one sister, Irene Shiels; two sister in-laws, Alice Smith and Melva Wallin; and numerous nieces and nephews. Cliff was predeceased by his father and mother, James and Alice Smith; in-laws, Earnest and Minnie Wallin; brother, Reg Smith; sister, Doris Gilchrist; sister in-law, Myrtle (Tootie) McIntosh: brother in-laws, Pete Shiels, Gordon Gilchrist, Frank Wallin, Norman Wallin and Morrison McIntosh; and grandchild Mathew Smith. Cliff was born in Tompkins, Saskatchewan, on July 29, 1929. He was raised in the Nadeville district south of Hazlet, Saskatchewan, and attended school at Honora School. Cliff met his future wife Elsie, at a dance at the White Craig School, and they were married April 25, 1951 in Medicine Hat. Cliff and Elsie continued to live on the Smith family homestead, south of Hazelet, operating the family farm and ranch. In 1976 they bought a ranch in the Mendham district and ranched there until 1994, when they retired to Medicine Hat. Throughout the years, Cliff was actively involved with horse and beef 4H clubs, coaching his son’s hockey teams, serving as a Councillor for the R.M., as well as serving on the board of the Leader Hospital. In Medicine Hat he volunteered at The Post and Hillcrest Church for many years. Cliff and Elsie made numerous trips to Cuba and took with them medical supplies, baseball gloves and dolls. He enjoyed bowling, golf, and fishing. Cliff participated in many trail rides such as the North West Mounted Police Trail Ride and the Centennial Trail Ride with his grandchildren. The Funeral Service will be held at Hillcrest Evangelical Missionary Church 3785 – 13th Avenue SE MEDICINE HAT, AB T1B 1J2, on Tuesday, July 18th, 2017 at 1:30 pm with Pastor Mark Bolender officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Cliff's memory may be made to the Leader Hospital. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Clifford Smith. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to

SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 http://www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis.com Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.

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1933 ~ CLAYTON PEARSON ~ 2017

Clayton Peter Pearson of Bow Island, beloved partner of the late Shirley Stromsmoe, passed away peacefully Monday, May 29th, 2017 at the age of 83 years. An interment was held this past Saturday at PENDANT D'OREILLE CEMETERY. Memorial gifts in Clayton's memory may be made to the Salvation Army, 164 Stratton Way SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1B 3R3 or to a charity of one's choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Clayton Pearson. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to
SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 http://www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis.com Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.

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