September 26, 2017

By Obituaries on September 26, 2017.

1928 ~ REUBEN KURPJUWEIT ~ 2017

It is with great sadness that the family of Reuben Harvey Kurpjuweit announces his passing in Medicine Hat on September 17, 2017 at the age of 89 years. The Funeral Service to celebrate Reuben’s life was held yesterday at HILLCREST EVANGELICAL CHURCH. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Reuben’s memory may be made to the Prairie Gleaners Society or to Whispering Pines Camp. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Reuben Kurpjuweit. 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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1935 ~ ERNA JACOBER ~ 2017

Erna Wanda Jacober (nee Kleis), beloved wife of Harold Jacober of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, September 18th, 2017 at the age of 82 years. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at ST. PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Erna's memory may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or to St. Joseph's Home Carmel Hospice (In-Home Bed Program) or to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Erna Jacober. 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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1937 ~ DOROTHY HAMMEL ~ 2017

It is with great sadness and heartbreak that the family of Dorothy Joan Hammel, announce her passing on Tuesday, September 19th, 2017 at the age of 80 years. The Funeral Service will be held today at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, at 1:30 p.m. with Dr. David J. Carter officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Dorothy's memory may be made to the SPCA. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Dorothy Hammel. 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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BLAIR W. ARSENAULT

June 18th, 1940 ~ September 24th, 2017
It is with great sorrow that the family of Blair Arsenault announce his sudden passing on Sunday, September 24th, 2017 at the age of 77 years. Blair leaves to cherish his memory, the love of his life, his wife of 53 years, Dorothy; three daughters, Karla (Tim) Rissling, Tannis (Dave) Arsenault and Karen (Darren) Goodchild; six grandsons, Arlo (Samantha) Sailer, Carter Schnell, Bailey Arsenault, Christian (Veronika) Goodchild, Jaden Rissling and Arlen Rissling; five brothers, Joe, Wayne, Armand, Normand and Brian; one sister, Shirley; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. Blair was predeceased by his parents, Ralph and Doris Arsenault; his granddaughter, Janae; and one brother, Leonard. Blair was born in St. John, New Brunswick and raised in Moncton. He moved to Thompson, Manitoba in 1962 where he worked for INCO for many years. In 1978, Blair, Dorothy and the family moved to Alberta where they still reside. Blair was a lover of country music. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandsons. He spent many hours watching their hockey games, going fishing, camping and playing pranks on them. Blair had a salty sense of humor and was making people laugh right up until the end. He had great friends and was blessed to be loved by so many. He will truly be missed. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Friday, September 29th, 2017 at 2:30 p.m. with Pastor Bob Church officiating. Memorial gifts in Blair's memory may be made to the charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Blair Arsenault. 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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GEHRING-DOWNIE

Andrea Dawn Gehring-Downie of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2017, at the age of 56 years. She is fondly remembered by her mother, Beverly Downie (Ken Forbes); three brothers, Charles (Angele) Downie, Fraser Downie (Eileen Schmidt), Robert (Michele Meier) Downie. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Sunnyside Care Center, 1720 Bell St. SW, T1A 5E9 or to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 101 – 1201 Kingsway Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 2Y2 . To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Andrea Downie, 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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HILDA ANTON

1929 ~ 2017
Mrs. Hilda Marie Anton, beloved wife of Ron “Irish” Anton, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Friday, September 22, 2017, at the age of 88 years. Besides Ron, Hilda’s memory will be cherished in the hearts of her children, Brenda (Joe) Kovacs, Randy (Tracy) Anton and Linda Klug; grandchildren, Brandy Leitch and Josh Kovacs. She was predeceased by her son, James Anton. Hilda enjoyed gardening her flowers and doing crafts. A Celebration of Hilda’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta on Friday, September 29, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. (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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RIEGEL

Lydia “Lil” Bertha Riegel of Medicine Hat, passed away on Saturday, September 23, 2017, at the age of 96 years, beloved wife of the late Art Riegel. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Wednesday evening, from 7:00-8:00 p.m. and at the church on Thursday, from 10:00 – 10:55 a.m. The funeral service will be held in Hillcrest Evangelical Missionary Church (3785 13th Ave SE) on Thursday, September 28, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastors Mark Bolender and Pastor Lance Duncalfe officiating. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Whispering Pines Camp, PO Box 23110, Medicine Hat Mall PO, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 4C7 or to the Echo Lake Bible Camp, Box 2174, Fort Qu’Appelle, Saskatchewan, S0G 1S0. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Lydia Riegel, 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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