February 18, 2014

By Obituaries on February 18, 2014.

.1930 ~ CRUICKSHANK ~ 2014
Mrs. Margaret Janet Cruickshank, beloved wife of Mr. William “Bill” Cruickshank of Medicine Hat, passed away on Saturday, February 15th, 2014 at the age of 83 years. Margaret also leaves to cherish her memory one daughter, Judy Kheen; two grandchildren, David (Lisa) Kheen and Aaron Kheen; one great-granddaughter, Malena; one brother, Robert (Jean) Burns; one sister, June Burns; one step son, Darcy Cruickshank, one step daughter, Anita Cruickshank; as well as three nieces, Barb (Terry) Labbe, Cheryl and Wendy Milligan; and two nephews, Fred Dickson and Shayne Dickson. Margaret was predeceased by her parents, Archie and Janet Burns; and one brother, George Burns. Margaret lived in Port Arthur, Ontario, St. Flex Devois, Quebec, and Chilliwack, BC, moving around because her father was in the Air Force. She developed many friendships across the country travelling with the Canadian Armed Forces and enjoyed her winters in Yuma, Arizona. The family would like to thank the staff of 5East/West at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital for their wonderful care of Margaret. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held in SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Friday, February 21st, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. Interment will follow in the Veteran’s Section at Redcliff Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Margaret’s memory may be made to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation, #124, 430 – 6th Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Margaret Cruickshank. Radio funeral announcement can be heard on Thursday around 11:45 a.m. on 93.7 Praise FM. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, “The Chapel in the Park”, locally owned and directed. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone (403)528-2599

.1946 ~ CAIN ~ 2014
David Brian Cain, beloved husband of Joyce, dearly loved father of Heather (Vancouver) and Helen (Victoria), passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Saturday, February 15th, 2014 at the age of 67 years after a 19-month battle with pancreatic cancer. David was born in Longridge, Preston, Lancashire, England on February 19th, 1946, son of the late Fred and Elsie Cain. David also leaves to cherish his memory his special dog, Soli; sister-in-law, Judith (Leslie) Bulcock and their children, Paul Bulcock and Pamela (Mark) Thompson and their son, James; brother-in-law, David (Erica) Simms; special friends, Michael and Dominica O’Connor, Paul and Diane McClusky and Henri Hak. As well as his parents, David was predeceased by one brother-in-law, Geoffrey Simms. The family would like to thank all the doctors, nurses, and staff at the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, Palliative Care and all the wonderful people at the Carmel Hospice. The Funeral Service will be held in SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Wednesday, February 19th, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. A Come and Go Reception will be held at the Saamis Creekside Centre, Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, following the funeral service. If so desired, memorial gifts may be made to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre or the Carmel Hospice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading David Cain. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, “The Chapel in the Park”, locally owned and directed. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone (403)528-2599

.FOLLIOTT
With profound sadness, the family of Ronald Perry Folliott announce his passing on Wednesday, February 12, 2014. Ron was born December 25, 1941, to Jack and Ruth (Pete) Folliott in Gilroy, Saskatchewan. The family moved to Lawson after his father purchased the post and telephone office; which enabled Ron to visit with everyone that stopped by. Growing up, Ron especially loved and excelled at hockey. He enlisted in the Navy and was a member of the “Sunset Guard.” After the Navy, Ron worked in a variety of jobs, all of which he excelled at. Ron also joined AA and celebrated his 37th AA birthday the week before he passed. Just after his son Trevor, his pride and joy, was born in 1981 he was employed by SIAST, where he held a number of positions until his retirement in 2002. After Trevor’s mother’s passing in 1988, Ron, with the help of all his family, did his best to raise Trevor to be a respectful and caring, gentleman. This did not always mean doing things the conventional way, but as Trevor says, “We sure had some fun!” Ron moved to Medicine Hat in 2002 and shortly thereafter became part of the Connaught Golf Club family. He loved the course and all the people that golfed there, in fact, Ron and Patty Jo purchased their home on the course, and married there in 2007. Although together, only a short time, they experienced a lifetime of travel, love and laughter. Ron approached all endeavors in his life with great commitment and passion and so it was with golf. Needless to say Trevor was riding along in the golf cart when he was still in his baby seat. Ron’s greatest joy in life was to come with the marriage of his son Trevor to Rebecca (MacKay) and then the birth of his grandsons (whom he referred to as “His Boys”): Jackson in 2007; Max in 2009, and Payton in 2011. Of course he had Jackson out on the golf course just like his Dad when he was only 2 and this ritual followed with each of the boys. His love for “his boys”, especially his son Trevor will last beyond the moon and the stars. Ron (Ba) is survived by and deeply missed by his wife and best friend Patty Jo, his sons: Troy (Lisa), Trevor (Rebecca) (Jackson, Max and Payton), his mother Ruth “Pete” Folliott, brother Buzz (Sharon) Folliott and little sister Sherry Folliott (Dennis Hart), Patty Jo’s Mom and Dad: Rob and Lorraine Woolley, Sister in Law (Mischelle (Leonard) Folk , all of his deeply loved nieces and nephews and his very special canine girl: “Sammmy” . Ron was predeceased by his father John “Jack” Folliott, his wife and Trevor’s Mom Maureen, and his niece Amanda Folliott. The family gives special thanks to Dr. Tom Mohanraj for his care of and friendship to Ron. A celebration of life will be held in the Pattison chapel on Saturday, February 22, 2014 at 3:00 pm. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society #102 Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z8 or to the S.P.C.A. – 55 Southwest Drive SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8E8. To email an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Ronald Folliott, 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

.GLADYS
CANTALINI-URICHUK
1925 ~ 2014
Gladys Eden Cantalini-Urichuk, beloved wife of the late Nicholas Urichuk, passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Thursday, February 13, 2014, at the age of 88 years. She was predeceased by her daughter, Debra, on March 8, 2013. The only remaining member of her family is Hazel Marie Adolphe, left to mourn with her husband, Edward and nieces and nephews: Raissa, Paul, Ruthanne, Jane, Elise, Joseph and Matthew. Gladys was a person of poster lady elegance and formidable competency in the commercial world of Southern Alberta. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church, 238 – 2 Avenue N.E., Medicine Hat on Thursday, February 20, 2014, at 11:00 A.M. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting 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

.JOSEPHINE SUZANNE POLLOCK

June 20, 1940 – February 13, 2014

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jo Pollock at the age of 73 years. She was born on June 20, 1940 in Nacmine, AB., the daughter of Zuzana and Klement Pavcik. Jo spent her teenage years in Calgary attending St. Mary’s High and afterwards working at CIBC. She met her future husband Donald at a football game at Mewata Armoury and they married in the spring of 1961. They moved to Medicine Hat in 1968 where they raised their four daughters. When her kids started school, Jo returned to work at Canada Trust where she was employed for several years. In 1983, Jo moved to Slave Lake with her husband who was transferred while working for NOWSCO. They returned to their original house and home in Medicine Hat in 1988. Jo worked part time as a Treasury Clerk at The Bay and enjoyed her time as a new Grandma. “Gamma Jo” was close with her Grandchildren and played a big role in their upbringing. She spent much of her later years watching and cheering on the kids at various sporting events. Jo was delighted to watch her Grandchildren grow, become parents themselves, and she would affectionately become “Grandma Great”. Jo enjoyed family gatherings and beating her Grandsons in poker with her surprisingly good bluffing skills. Jo’s quick wit and big smile will be sadly missed. She will be forever remembered by her four daughters, Dawn (Wilfred) Scherger, Kathy Pollock, Keli (Paul Malone) Pollock and Melanie Pollock; grandchildren, Christopher Pollock (Miranda), Taylor Pollock (Jo-el), Cathy Towers (Mark), Ryan Scherger, Stephanie Scherger (Cole), and Janelle Pollock; great-grandchildren, Diego, Havana, Kobe, Vincent, Bentley and her dog, Kato. She also leaves to cherish her memory one brother, Cyprin (Eva) Pavcik; one sister, Jocelan Alden as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends at Valleyview. Jo was predeceased by her beloved husband, Don; parents, Zuzana and Klement and one brother, Ervin Pavcik. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so starting one hour prior to Vigil Prayers which will be recited at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Tuesday, February 18, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will also be offered at the church starting one hour prior to the Funeral Mass which will be celebrated at St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church, 238 – 2 Avenue N.E., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, February 19, 2014, at 1:00 p.m. with the very Reverend Father Long Vu celebrant. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery where both Don and Jo will be placed to their final place of rest. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Jo suffered from Type 1 diabetes from a young age, in lieu of flowers a donation can be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 102, 73 – 7 Street S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1J2.

In Memory of Donald Pollock
FEBRUARY 17, 2004

So much has changed since you’ve been gone,
Through ups and downs our lives move on,
But as time rolls by one thing remains true,
We’ll always have memories of you.
…..Love your family.

Honoured to serve the family is COOK SOUTHLAND Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4V4. Telephone: 403-527-6455.

.KIMBERLEY DORKEN
1966 ~ 2014
Kimberley Mae Dorken passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Friday, February 14, 2014, at the age of 47 years. Along with her parents, Greg and Ellie Dorken, Kim’s memory will live on in the hearts of her special friend, Judy as well as her two sisters, Leslie (Randy) Zimmerman and Terri (Lee) Keinick. She will be forever remembered and loved by all of her many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews, especially her loving auntie, Lynn Stride. She was predeceased by her grandparents, Tom and Anne O’Keefe, Richard and Lilian Dorken as well as numerous aunts and uncles. Kimberley Mae Dorken was born in Grand Falls, Nfld. on March 31, 1966, to proud parents, Gregory and Eleanor Dorken. She was raised in Nfld., Labrador, Slave Lake and Medicine Hat. Kim was a pleasure to be around! She was always happy and made a point of putting those around her first, especially when it came to her pride and joy… her black cat, Mick. She was quick to forgive, and never held a grudge with anyone about anything… no matter what! It was that same upbeat, positive attitude that helped her take home numerous bowling trophies over the years through Special Olympics. A come and go time of remembrance will be held in the coming months with further announcements to be made at that time. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Those wishing to remember Kim may do so through a gift to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8. Honoured to serve the family is COOK SOUTHLAND Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4V4. Telephone: 403-527-6455.

.MARJORIE
RISLING-DEWALT
1938 ~ 2014
With heavy hearts the family of Marjorie Risling-Dewalt, announce her passing while at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Sunday, February 16, 2014, at the age of 75 years. The Funeral Service will be held at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, February 19, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. with Deacon Robert Risling officiating. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cook southland.com) In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Marjorie’s name may be made directly to the MS Society, 101, 1201 Kingsway Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2Y2 or to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Road S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 1Z8. Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

.MARTIN VOLK
1930 ~ 2014
Mr. Martin Volk passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Saturday, February 15, 2014, at the age of 83 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced upon completion. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cook southland.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

.TONY STROH
1935 ~ 2014
Mr. Anthony (Tony) Stroh, beloved husband of Elaine Stroh, passed away peacefully at the St. Joseph’s Home Carmel Hospice on Sunday, February 16, 2014, at the age of 78 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced upon completion. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is COOK SOUTHLAND Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4V4. Telephone: 403-527-6455.

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