February 4, 2016
By Obituaries on February 4, 2016.
1921 ~ KLEINKNECHT ~ 2016 Vera Jewel Kleinknecht of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Otto Kleinknecht, passed away on Monday, February 1st, 2016 at the age of 94 years. Vera leaves to cherish her memory her one daughter, Shirley McSweeny; three grandsons, Steve, Sean (Lynette), and Mike Jr. (Lisa); seven great-grandchildren, Steve, Kayla, Stephanie, Mathew, Jayne, Calvin, and Christina; numerous brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews. Vera was predeceased by her husband, Otto; her parents; and her son-in-law, Michael McSweeny. A private family time of remembrance will be held. Memorial gifts in Vera's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Society, 201, 770 – 6th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4J6. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Vera Kleinknecht. Funeral arrangements are entrusted toSAAMIS 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
BLYTHMAN Anna Blythman of Maple Creek, Saskatchewan passed away on January 28, 2016 at the age of 74. A Memorial Reception will be held on Friday, February 5, 2016 from 2:00 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Maple Creek Armoury in Maple Creek, Saskatchewan. Those who wish may remember Anna with a donation to the Southwest Healthcare Trust Fund c/o Cypress Credit Union. Binkley’s Funeral Service Maple Creek & Leader in charge of arrangements, 306-662-2292.
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FELIX LUTZ February 5, 1933 ~ February 1, 2016 It is with heavy hearts that the family of Felix Lutz, beloved husband of Thelma Lutz, announce his passing at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Monday, February 1, 2016, at the age of 82 years. He was born and raised in Prelate, SK., where he went to school up to the eighth grade. Felix married the love of his life, Thelma Heine on February 25, 1961, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Medicine Hat. He was a dedicated employee with the Medicine Hat Fire Department as a Firefighter, retiring after 31 years of service as a Lieutenant. Felix was a compassionate, kind and caring friend and family man. His family was always his first priority being the best husband, father and grandpa he could be. Family vacations and gatherings were important to Felix as well as his bowling league, watching hockey, curling and football on TV and gardening… keeping the deer out of the garden was his mission! He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion and enjoyed his time during various activities there. Felix will be lovingly remembered by his dear wife, Thelma; children, Pam (Martin) Crook and their children Stephanie, Samantha (Bradyn); Darcy (Talya) Lutz; Karen Lutz; siblings, Irene (Clifford) Beisel, Bernice Bleile, Violet Milbrandt; brother and sister-in-law, Doug and Shirley Heine as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Felix was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Mary; brother, Richard; in-laws, Rudolph and Rose Heine; sister-in-law, Margaret (Armin) Rehbein and brother-in-law, Fred Bleile. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat one hour prior to the service. The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Thursday, February 4, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Ken Edel officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouth land.com) In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes in Felix’s name may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 124, 430 – 6th Ave. S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8 or to the Renal Program, c/o the Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation, 666 – 5th Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6. Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455
KENNETH BAILEY 1936 ~ 2016
Mr. Kenneth Bailey, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Marilyn Bailey, passed away at the St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Monday, February 1, 2016, at the age of 79 years. The Funeral Service will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1864 Division Ave. N.E., Medicine Hat on Saturday, February 6, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. with Bishop Jordan Mulholland conducting. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. (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
LORAINE HART-TONGS July 14, 1960 ~ January 29, 2016 Loraine Norma Hart-Tongs, beloved wife of David Arthur Tongs, passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Friday, January 29, 2016, at the age of 55 years. She was born in Eastend, SK., and raised on the family farm north of Ravenscrag, SK. Loraine graduated from Eastend High School and furthered her education studying as a Health Care Aid at SIAST and received her RNBN at Medicine Hat College and University of Calgary, completing her COHN through Grant McEwan College. She was extremely proud of her continued education efforts and achieved more than she ever thought possible. She married the love of her life and soul mate, David Tongs on September 22, 2007. Loraine’s faith life and spiritual connection with founded in the United Church in Shaunavon, SK. Her nursing career began in the hospital then continued into long term care facilities. With her background and knowledge, she taught first year nursing students at the Medicine Hat College for a number of years. Loraine then accepted a position with the City of Medicine Hat as an Occupational Health Nurse where she continued her studies and received her COHN designation, while continuing to work for the City until her passing. Loraine enjoyed doing crafts, sewing, gardening and reading and most recently spending time with family and being a very active grandma. She loved her family and raising her kids along and was always involved with helping the parent teacher association and hot lunch meals for school, as well as being a Girl Guide leader, Pathfinder leader and a Sunday school parent teacher. Some of Loraine’s most memorable moments, were the birth of her children and watching them grow up, time spent with family and friends, finding her soul mate in Davey and the vacation with Mariann and Mike in Hawaii. The challenges in Loraine’s life were many, but through her perseverance and putting the pieces together, she accepted it as an opportunity to learn and create stepping stones to improve her knowledge. Loraine’s memory will be forever treasured in the hearts of her true love in her husband, Davey; children, Graham Hart and his children, Camille, Veronica, Presley; Christie (Jason) Lewis and their children, Kinley, Nixen and a little one on the way; Ron (Monica) Hart and their children, Rae, Parker, Vincent; sister, Mariann (Michael) Johnston and her nephew, Jesse (Vanessa) as well as all the extended family in the UK. She was predeceased by her parents, Eugene and Norma Olson (nee Studer) as well as grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. Loraine’s Life will be celebrated at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, February 5, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz and Pastor Bob Findley co-officiating. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so beginning one hour prior to the service from 10:00 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. Interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, friends are encouraged to make a donation in Loraine’s name to the Medicine Hat College Foundation, c/o Jennifer Kerslake, Development Officer, 299 College Drive SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 3Y6, or to a charity of one’s choice. (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
SHANE COCKERILL 1970 ~ 2016
Mr. Shane Cockerill passed away in Calgary, Alberta, on Saturday, January 30, 2016, at the age of 46 years. Vigil Prayers will be recited at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, February 5, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick’s Church, 238 – 2 Avenue N.E., Medicine Hat on Saturday, February 6, 2016, at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Father Tomy Manjaly celebrant. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so beginning one hour prior to Prayers and the Funeral Mass at their respective locations. (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
STANLEY BRUCE LONG 1917 ~ 2016
Stanley Bruce Long passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Wednesday, January 27, 2016, at the age of 98 years. Stan was a life long resident of Medicine Hat. His career with the CPR spanned 43 years. He was an active member of the Connaught Golf Course for 76 years. Golf was his passion and he freely shared his knowledge of golf with others wanting to learn the game. Stan was pre- deceased by his wife, Edna; twin brother, Sydney; brothers, Fred and Douglas as well as sisters, Mary and June. He is survived by sons, Fred and Ken and their families. It was Stan’s wish that his life be remembered without the proceedings of a formal service. (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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