March 27, 2018

By Obituaries on March 27, 2018.

BEVERLY A. ROYER

May 06, 1953 – Mar 12, 2018
Beverly Ann Royer, passed away in Medicine Hat, AB on March 12, 2018 at the age of 64.
She is survived by: her husband of 49 years, Felix Royer; her daughter, Sheila (Dave) Cooper, and their children Tyler, Abigail and Emily; her Son, Daryl (Kara) Royer, and their children Isabella and Pascal; her Grandson, Chazz (Kassondra); her sister, Linda (Bob) Eaton; and brother, Jack (Duchee) Pierson; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and their families.
She was predeceased by: her Mother and Father, Hazel and Herman Pierson; her beautiful son, Gerald; her brother, Ken Pierson; her sister, Norma Owens; her sister-in-law, Mable Pierson; and her niece, Shelly Pierson.
Bev was well known for her smile and great sense of humor. Making you laugh no matter how bad you may have been feeling. She was a gifted musician playing the guitar by ear and singing from an early age. Many great times were had listening to her play and sing. Bev loved animals wholeheartedly and had numerous pets throughout her life. Recently she had to part with her beloved Lucky and Buddy.
Bev and Felix would have been married for 50 years April 5, 2018. They had many great adventures together over the years. They lived in Birch Hills and Maple Creek, Saskatchewan eventually retiring in Medicine Hat, Alberta.
Bev was an active member of the Medicine Hat heights Baptist church. Singing on Sundays provided great enjoyment for her as well as quilting with Church ladies. Bev made many special friends over the years and will be greatly missed.
Bev started her battle with cancer in 2012. She has amazed us with her strength and courage as she underwent chemotherapy, radiation and multiple surgeries. Bev was the director of her medical care and even though cancer took her body it never got her power. Truly a role model of strength to all of those around her. Bev died at home with her family at her bedside.
The Family would like to thank Dr. Foley and the staff of the Margery E Yuill Cancer Center in Medicine Hat, Alberta – she loved you all. Medicine Hat Home Care and We Care for the great services provided to her – especially Darlene RN and Karina RN.
Our hearts are broken but we know she is free of pain dancing in Heaven with her son. The family invites you to a Celebration of Life May 20th at 2pm at Heights Baptist Church- 1250 Division Avenue South Medicine Hat, Alberta.

GECHTER

Alois “Louie” William Gechter of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, March 11, 2018, beloved husband of the late Elizabeth Gechter. He leaves to cherish his memory six children, Ralph (Vicki) of Medicine Hat, Mark (Cindy) of Creston, B.C., Sandra (Rick) Dvorak of Kerrobert, Melissa Gogolinski (John Learmont) of Medicine Hat, Janice Gechter (Dan) of Castlegar, B.C., and June (Grant) Halter of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan; seventeen grandchildren, Troy (April), Tresa (Jeremy) and Lana all of Medicine Hat, Tyler (Ashley) of Whitelaw, Jessica (Curtis) of Spruce Grove, Alicia (Travis) of Medicine Hat, Jarret (Tammi) of Lloydminster, Carissa (Jordan) of Saskatoon, Levi (Jordan) of Osoyoos, B.C., Kenzie (Scott), Sabin all of Medicine Hat, Rayden and Devin of Castlegar; Dani (Corey) of Kerrobert, Kori (Chris) of Glaslyn, Saskatchewan, Kale and Dayn of Saskatoon; twenty three great grandchildren, Shaya, Lennox, Bensen, Lincoln, Tayln, Colby and Caley all of Medicine Hat, Carter and Mason of Spruce Grove, Aleaha and Taysen both of Lloydminster, Mason and Abby of Saskatoon, Ryder, Dallyn, Taya, and twins Zahra and Neesa all of Medicine Hat; Jayla, Jaidyn and Jorja all of Kerrobert, as well as Cohen and Aubri of Glaslyn. He is also survived by one brother, Frank (Rose) Gechter and one sister Annette Huisman. He was predeceased by his parents, Ralph and Alice Gechter; his wife Elizabeth in 2012, one grandson, Grayham in 1987. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Thursday, March 29. 2018 from 12:00 – 1:55 p.m.. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Thursday, March 29, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. A private interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Carmel Hospice (St. Joseph’s Home) c/o 156 – 3 St. NE, Medicine Hat, T1A 5M1. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Louie Gechter, or you may visit http://www.gonebutnotforgotten.ca 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

JOHN L. THIESSEN

June 26, 1929 – March 20, 2018
Survived by Lil, his wife of 68 years; 2 children, Darlene (Roy) Hjelte and Clarence (Ingrid) Thiessen; 4 grandchildren and their spouses, and 6 great-grandchildren. A private family graveside service was held yesterday, March 26, 2018.

SCHWAB

Melvin “Mel” Arthur Schwab of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, March 25, 2018, at the age of 80 years, beloved husband of the late Olive “Fay” Schwab. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Friday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 10:00 – 10:55 a.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, March 31, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Women’s Shelter, Box 2500, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8G8 or Medicine Hat and District Food Bank, 532 South Railway Street SE, Medicine Hat, T1A 2V6. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Mel Schwab, 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

STURGESS

Robert “Bob” William Sturgess of Medicine Hat passed away on Sunday, March 25, 2018 at the age of 88 years, beloved husband of the late Irene Sturgess. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Thursday, from 10:00 – 10:55 a.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Thursday, March 29, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Maury McNeil officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society, Alberta and Northwest Territories #201, 770 6th Street SW Medicine Hat, AB T1A 4J6 or to Carmel Hospice (St. Joseph’s Home) c/o 156 – 3 St. NE, Medicine Hat, T1A 5M1. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Robert Sturgess, 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