July 26, 2017

By Obituaries on July 26, 2017.

1939 ~ MIRIAM PATRICIA HAAS ~ 2017

Miriam passed away peacefully on Wednesday June 28, 2017, at the age of 77, at the Riverview Care Center in Medicine Hat with her sister and brother by her side. She was predeceased by her parents Emma and Emil Haas; sister Charlotte (Sheldon) Jesse; brother and sister in-law Ronald and Marlene Haas. She is survived by her sister, Brenda (Gary) Short of Medicine Hat; and brother Morley (Carol) Haas of Qualicum Beach B.C.; several nieces, nephews and cousins. A graveside service will take place with Life Celebrant Lynett Getz officiating, on Saturday, July 29, 2017 at 11 am at Hillside Cemetery. Those wishing to attend are asked to meet inside the cemetery gates after 10:30 a.m. A very special thank you to all the staff at Riverview Care Center for their love, devotion and care of Miriam. Following the service, the family invites all to attend a light lunch and share memories of Miriam at the SAAMIS CREEKSIDE CENTRE, #11 Dunmore RD, SE. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Miriam Haas. 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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1946 ~ NATALIE BAIER ~ 2017

Natalie Baier, beloved wife of Clem Baier of Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 21st, 2017 at the age of 70 years. Natalie also leaves to cherish her memory two daughters, Danette Serr and Kelly Hill; two grandchildren, Matthew and Madison Kitts; one sister, Catherine (Allan); as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Natalie was predeceased by her parents, Alexander and Helen Skrypytz; one brother, Bill Skrypytz; and one sister, Mary (Ron) Torgerson. Natalie loved gardening and especially enjoyed her beautiful yard and flowers. She also loved animals and had a special place in her heart for her cats, Boo Boo and Lola. Natalie had a great sense of humour and was a loving mother and wife. Her fashion sense was second to none as she always liked to be well dressed. Natalie had a great impact on the lives of all those she met and will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her family and friends. The family would like to thank the staff and doctor on shift on Palliative Care on Friday, July 21st, for their great care. A Private Family Time of Remembrance will be held. Memorial gifts in Natalie’s memory may be made to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Natalie Baier. 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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BIERBACH

Marie Elizabeth Bierbach of Medicine Hat passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 25, 2017, at the age of 81 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy donations may be made to Carmel Hospice (St. Joseph’s Home) c/o 156 – 3 St. NE, Medicine Hat, T1A 5M1 or the Canadian Cancer Society 200, 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, AB T2E 2P5. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Marie Bierbach, 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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LILA SHUPE

Lila Margaret Shupe, beloved wife of John “Jack” Shupe of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, July 23rd, 2017. Lila also leaves to cherish her memory four children, Judy (Denis Gagnon) Shupe, Jill (Keith Gladu) Shupe, Jane Shupe, Jerry (Nicole) Shupe; four grandchildren, Morgan, Jessica (Dave), Chelsea, and Megan (Chad); three great-grandchildren, Kennedy, Emma, and Easton; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Lila was predeceased by her parents, George and Lillian Burge; and her brother, Jim Burge. Lila's journey began in Elkhorn, Manitoba and continued with stops in Yellow Grass, Weyburn, Regina, Medicine Hat, Victoria, Lloydminster and Biggar with a second stop in Medicine Hat in 1989, making forever friends along the way. Lila will be remembered for her tremendous strength of character, kindness, fun-loving ways, generosity and devotion to her family and friends. We will especially remember our many "happy" hours talking and laughing around the kitchen table. Lila will be missed and will live forever in our hearts. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Friday, July 28th, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. Memorial gifts in Lila’s memory may be made to Carmel Hospice at St. Joseph’s Home or to the Alzheimer’s Society. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Lila Shupe. 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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OHLHAUSER, Rosalie

May 4, 1924 – July 23, 2017
Rosalie Ohlhauser of Calgary, AB died peacefully on Sunday, July 23rd, 2017 at South Health Campus. Born May 4th, 1924 in Serbka, Ukraine, Rosalie loved being with family and friends, tending her flowers, and was always happy to enjoy new experiences. She was a nurturing wife, mother, grandmother and friend. Rosalie is survived by her loving husband of 71 years, Robert Ohlhauser; Children: Anita O’Reilly (Jim Paterson), Werner (Viola) Ohlhauser, Gabriella Ohlhauser (Alan Townsend), Mark (Brenda) Ohlhauser; grandchildren: Natalie Ohlhauser (Chuck Christensen) and their children, Eric & Lauren Christensen; Sean O’Reilly (Jaime) and their children, Madyson & Evan; Erin O’Reilly (Wayne Berube) and their son, Brady; Ryan Ohlhauser; Jennifer (Shaun) Hobin and their children: Justin, Kolby & Keirra; Kale (Laura) MacCalder and their children, Kaleah & Kevilyn. A Funeral Service will be held at the Lutheran Church of Our Saviour (8831 Fairmount Drive S.E.) on Saturday, July 29, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. with a viewing prior at 10:00 a.m. If so desired, donations may be made directly to Canadian Lutheran World Relief online at https://lwr.org/donate/where- needed-most. Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting http://www.edenbrookcemetery.ca. Arrangements entrusted to EDEN BROOK FUNERAL HOME AND RECEPTION CENTRE, 24223 Twp Rd 242, Calgary, AB, T3Z 3K2.

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RALPH JAHRAUS

September 30, 1928 ~ December 21, 2016
A celebration of Ralph’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, July 28, 2017. The service will commence at 2:00 p.m. with family, friends and collegues sharing in stories and light refreshments thereafter until 4:00 p.m. (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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