December 14, 2017

By Obituaries on December 14, 2017.

1922 ~ HERB SAUTNER ~ 2017

Herbert “Herb” Sautner of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Laura Sautner, passed away on Wednesday, December 13th, 2017 at the age of 95 years. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Herb Sautner. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed by
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.

1931 ~ LOIS STOCKDALE ~ 2017

With sadness, we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend Lois Jean Stockdale (nee Martin) on Tuesday, December 12th, 2017 in Medicine Hat, Alberta. Lois was predeceased by her son, Bill; and sister, Esther Maclean. She will be lovingly remembered by her sons, Martin, and Tony; daughters-in-law, Kathy, Marg, and Kandy; grandchildren, Krista, Lindsey, Lisa, Paul, Rogan and Tyana; and great granddaughter, Eleanor.
Lois grew up on a small farm near Ponoka, Alberta. She inherited her mother’s love for playing the piano, enjoyed many Hawaiian vacations, and photography. She spent many years as a high-level administrator in the Alberta Ministry of Health, where her organizational skills were greatly appreciated. She was very involved in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, where she developed life-long friendships. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS, 7 Sierra Boulevard SW, on Saturday from 10:00 until 10:55 a.m. The Funeral Service will be held at THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS on Saturday, December 16th, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. with Bishop J. Mulholland conducting. A private interment will take place subsequently in Ponoka, Alberta. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Lois's memory may be made to the charity of one's choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Lois Stockdale. 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.

1935 ~ RON MAUER ~ 2017

Ron (Reinhold) Fritz Mauer of Medicine Hat passed away on Saturday, December 9th, 2017 at the age of 82. The funeral service was held yesterday at HILLCREST EVANGELICAL MISSIONARY CHURCH. Memorial gifts in Ron’s memory may be made to the Prairie Gleaners Society. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or http://www.gonebutnotforgotten.ca or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ron Mauer. 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.

ANDRE MORISSEAU

August 23, 1931 ~ December 7, 2017

Andre Joseph Alphonse Morisseau passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital with his family by his side on Thursday, December 7, 2017, at the age of 86 years. Left to cherish Andre’s memory are his children, Linda Seitz (Eric Andersen), Lorne (Helga) Morisseau, Brenda Morisseau (Bruce Riley), Bev Morisseau (Guy Lacasse), Larry (Marcella) Morisseau, Doreen (Rud) Henderson and Doris (Rob) Gillis; nine grandchildren, Troy, Tannis (Eddie), Taralee (Carmen), Marquel, Celine, Desirae, Alisha (Ryan), Cameron (Amourin) and Conrad as well as six great- grandchildren, Austin, Zaiden, Axel, Zaxton, Emma and Ashlynn. Andre is also survived by his sisters, Lyla, Alice (Don), Theresa (John), Madeline and Jeanne; brothers, Peter (Myrna) and Romeo (Louise) and family friends, Garth (Marilyn) Seitz and Crystal Gomke. Andre was predeceased by his children’s mother, Sandra Morisseau and his sister, Claudette (George). Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, December 15, 2017, between noon and 12:40 p.m. A Graveside Celebration of Andre’s life will follow at 1:00 p.m. at Hillside Cemetery with Pastor Clarence Knodel officiating. Those attending the graveside service should gather at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel between noon and 12:40 p.m. as the procession to Hillside will start at 12:45 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Andre’s name may be made to the charity of one’s choice. (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

BRIGHAM

Maureen Patricia Brigham passed away on Tuesday, December 12, 2017, at the age of 62 years, beloved wife of Patrick Brigham of Medicine Hat. She also leaves to cherish her memory two children, Kathryn Brigham (Matt Piotrowski) and their children Greyson and Ashlynn; Michael (Candice) Brigham and their children Marsha and D’Arcye; two brothers, Dan (Dianne) O’Reilly and Mark (Debbie) O’Reilly; two brothers-in-law, Cory Brigham and Brian Brigham as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Victor and Kathryn O’Reilly. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday, December 15, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the The Kidney Foundation of Canada, 6007 1A St SW, Calgary, AB T2H 0G5. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Maureen Brigham, 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

HILARY GERARD GUEST

July 3, 1930 – December 8, 2017
Hilary Gerard Guest of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, December 8, 2017 at the age of 87 years. Hilary was born July 3,1930 in Holmesville, New Brunswick. He was the son of the late John Francis Guest and Annie Guest (Brennan). He was predeceased by his wife, Catherine (Bunny) Guest and brothers Paul, Joseph and James Guest.
Hilary loved the simple things in life. He was a proud member of the Knights of Columbus and the local bridge club. His first love was for family and friends and his second greatest passion would have to be cards – any game any time! And of course he always enjoyed getting a laugh with a silly remark. Hilary will be greatly missed by his five children, John Guest (Brenda), Doug Guest, Patrick Guest (Kathy), Peter Guest (Michelle), Thomas Guest (Crystal); 11 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren; his sister Margret Sinski, many relatives, his dear friends the Petke family and the Rose family and many other friends. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Friday evening, December 15, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday, December 16, from 10:00 to 10:55 a.m. The funeral mass for Hilary will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Saturday, December 16, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. There will be a Knights of Columbus honour guard, and the mass will be followed by a light lunch at the church. Interment will be at a later date. Donations can be made to the charity of your choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Hilary Guest, 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

NICK MUDRACK

1927 ~ 2017
It is with sadness that the family announce the passing of Nicholas Mudrack, beloved husband of Dell Mudrack, at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Tuesday, December 12, 2017, at the age of 90 years. Vigil Prayers will be celebrated at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, December 15, 2017, at 7:00 p.m. The family will honour Nick’s life with a private Funeral Mass. Friends and family are invited to a Come and Go Reception at Ross Creek Business Centre, 851 Industrial Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, on Saturday, December 16, 2017, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 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

ROY COWIE

1943 ~ 2017
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Roy David Cowie announce his passing at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Saturday, December 9, 2017, at the age of 74 years. Roy was born March 12, 1943, in Lethbridge, one of nine children born to Allan and Evelyn Cowie. He was raised on the family farm near Foremost where he developed his love for the country way of life. He moved to Calgary before making his way to Medicine Hat when he accepted a job as a brand inspector. He enjoyed dancing, going to rodeo’s, playing guitar and singing. Roy enjoyed many road trips with Kim and spending time with family and friends. He especially loved spending time at Kim’s acreage where he would putter around fixing things and watch the horses. He truly enjoyed the peace of the country. Roy will be deeply missed by his daughters, Kim Cowie and Shawna (John) Cordara as well as four grandchildren and two great- grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings, Lloyd (Pat) Cowie, Florence (Richard) Beringer, Elaine (Ken) Haaf and Wayne (Grace) Cowie; nieces, nephews and many special friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Allan and Evelyn; three sisters, Phyllis, Margaret (Joe) Bernhardt and Thelma (Fred) Lorentzon and a brother, Dale Cowie. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Thursday, December 14, 2017, from 7:00 pm to 8:00 p.m. and again on Saturday, December 16, 2017, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. No formal funeral service will be held. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Roy’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 200, 325 Manning Road N.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2E 6Z3. Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

VOLK

Philip Volk of Medicine Hat passed away on Tuesday, December 12, 2017, at the age of 83 years, beloved husband of the late Hilda Volk. He leaves to cherish his memory his children, Vernice Rissling, Robert (Doris) Volk, all of Medicine Hat, Debra Coakes (Randy Goldie) of Calgary, Rodney “Butch” Volk, (Dawn O’Connor), Marla (Tom) Bonogofski and Kenneth Volk all of Medicine Hat; fifteen grandchildren and twenty one great grandchildren; his brothers Peter Volk and Alex Volk, his sisters; Frances Maser and Jean Halpen, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents John and Catherina Volk, his wife, Hilda Volk on October 22, 1990, and seven brothers and sisters. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 2:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday, December 15, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Southern Alberta, 340 A Maple Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 7L5. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Philip Volk, 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