April 2, 2018

By Obituaries on April 2, 2018.

1924 ~ Dean “Stub” Robinson ~ 2018

Dean Robinson, beloved husband of Norma Robinson (nee McKnight), passed away at the age of 93 with his family by his side on Friday, March 30, 2018. Dean leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Norma, of 65 years. They were married in Kindersley, SK on July 17, 1952. He is also survived by his children, Brian (Diane) Robinson of Gull Lake, SK, Carla (Carley) MacAskill of Ottawa, ON and Sharon (Lawrence) Robertson of Maple Creek, SK; his grandchildren, Chelsea and Brett Robinson (Brian), Jason and Shannon MacAskill (Carla) and Tyler Ross and Jenae Robertson (Sharon); as well as great-granddaughter, Jayleen (Tyler) Ross. Dean was predeceased by his parents, Glenn and Barbara Robinson; his sisters, Vivian McDonald and Hazel Salewski; his brothers, Clayton (Swede), Gordon, and Loyde Robinson; his brothers-in-law, Tom McDonald and John Salewski; his sisters-in-law, Loretta, Bernice and Anne Robinson; as well as his grandson, Darryl Ross. Dean was born in Swift Current, SK on August 4, 1924. The family (parents and older sister, Vivian) moved to Lemsford ferry the same year. Dean attended the Goldeye rural school, then worked on various farms and ranches until he joined the army in 1942. His army training took place in Borden, ON for a year, then Dean was sent overseas for two years with the Regina Rifle Regiment. Upon his return, he started working for an electrician before joining the Saskatchewan Power Corporation. His work started with the rural electrification program then most of his career was as a District Operator at Eston, SK. Dean retired in Eston after 35 years. Dean and Norma enjoyed travelling to many places including Hawaii, Alaska, The Maritimes, Holland and spent many winters in Mesa, Arizona. In 1995, they relocated from Eston to Medicine Hat where they enjoyed many years with friends and family. Dean's main hobby was building furniture and cabinetry, mainly with oak. He built many pieces including bedroom suites, kitchen cabinets and china cabinets. He was also very helpful with any jobs the family required him to do, including installing flooring, bathrooms, building sheds, just to mention a few. Dean was a longtime member of the Royal Canadian Legion (Eston), the Eston Fire Department and the Eston Television Cable Company. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, those who wish to remember Dean, may make a gift to the Canadian Cancer Society, 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 2P5, or to the Canadian Diabetes Association #102, 73 – 7th Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1J2 (phone 403-529-1259). Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Dean Robinson. 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.

1959 ~ COLIN SMITHDORF ~ 2018

Colin Trevor Smithdorf, beloved husband of Patricia Smithdorf of Redcliff, passed away on Wednesday, March 28th, 2018 at the age of 58 years. Colin also leaves to cherish his memory four daughters, Danica (William) Noble and their children, Gracelynn and Emmaleigh of Maple Creek, Noelle Smithdorf of Calgary, Tania Smithdorf and April (Rad) Takahashi and their families, all of Lethbridge; three brothers, Geoffrey (Irene) Smithdorf, Derek (Julie) Smithdorf and Mark (Mary) Smithdorf; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Colin was predeceased by his parents, Ronald and Maria Smithdorf; his father and mother-in-law, Gene and Shirley Miller; and two brothers-in-law, Craig Borland and Allen Miller. Colin was born in Germiston, South Africa on May 20th, 1959. He spent the majority of his life working in floor covering sales. Colin enjoyed music, travelling, sky diving, scuba diving, the outdoors, camping and spending time at the gun range. Colin had a great sense of humour and loved to laugh and make people laugh. Colin was an amazing husband, father, grandfather and will be missed by all those who knew and loved him. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Tuesday, April 3rd, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. A Private Interment will take place at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Colin's memory may be made to the Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation, 340A Maple Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 7L5 or to the Canadian Cancer Society, Pancreatic Cancer Research, 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 2P5. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Colin Smithdorf. 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.

1961 ~ KEVIN MALLEY ~ 2018

Kevin Allan Malley of Medicine Hat, beloved son of Denis and Beverley Malley, passed away on Monday, March 26, 2018 at the age of 56 years. Kevin also leaves to cherish his memory one brother, Shaun (Rita) Malley of Edmonton and children, Troy and Brandon; sister-in-law, Josephine Malley of Medicine Hat and children, Vincent (Courtney) Malley (Landon and Emma), and Travis Malley (Amber); special friends, Dean and Marg Wenzel and Char Lane. Kevin was predeceased by one brother, Roger Malley. A Private Graveside Service will be held at a later date. Memorial gifts in Kevin’s memory may be made to the Children’s Wish Foundation, Suite 270, 2323 – 32nd Avenue NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 6Z3. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Kevin Malley. 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.

HORETH

Dorothea ‘Doris’ Horeth of Medicine Hat, passed away on Thursday, March 29, 2018, at the age of 92 years, beloved wife of the late George Horeth. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Thursday, from 1:00 p.m to 1:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Thursday, April 5, 2018 at 2:00 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 Carmel Hospice (St. Joseph’s Home) c/o 156 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, T1A 5M1 or to the Alzheimer Society, Alberta and Northwest Territories #201, 770 6th Street SW Medicine Hat, AB T1A 4J6. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Doris Horeth, 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

STEIN

Katherine “Katie” Regina Stein of Medicine Hat, passed away on Wednesday, March 28, 2018, at the age of 98 years, beloved wife of the late Andrew Stein. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Friday, April 6, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. with Fr. Philip Le celebrant. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta, Jim and Pearl Burns Centre, 3688 48th Ave. NE, Calgary, AB T3J 5C8 or to Parkinson Association of Alberta #101, 928 Allowance Ave SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 3G7. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Katherine Stein, 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

WINGENBACH

Daniel “Dan” Wingenbach of Medicine Hat, passed away on Thursday, March 29, 2018, at the age of 94 years, beloved husband of the late Angelina “Lena” Wingenbach. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Wednesday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and at the church on Thursday from 10:00 – 10:55 a.m. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in the Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Thursday, April 5, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Albert Sayson celebrant. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the charity of your choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Daniel Wingenbach, 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