February 24, 2016
By Obituaries on February 24, 2016.
1921 ~ MacGREGOR ~ 2016 Audrey MacGregor of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Boyd MacGregor, passed away on Sunday, February 21st, 2016 at the age of 94 years. Audrey leaves to cherish her memory her two daughters, Terry Bartram of Medicine Hat and Marion McDougall of Victoria, British Columbia; four grandchildren, Geordie McDougall, Steven Bartram, Jason (Sandie) Bartram, and Darren (Melanie) Bartram; six great grandchildren, Taylor, Sydney, Keegan, Ethan, Taryn and Brooklyn; and one sister, Gloria McEwen of Miramichi, New Brunswick. Audrey was predeceased by her husband, Boyd MacGregor in 2010; her parents, James and Edith Clark; and Terry’s husband, Jerry Pahl in 2011. Audrey was born on July 13th, 1921 in Addington Parish, New Brunswick. She was an excellent cook and welcomed many people into her home. Audrey loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was an avid church member and left a legacy of prayer for her family. The family would like to thank the staff at Sunnyside Nursing Home and Medicine Hat Regional Hospital 5E for their excellent care of Audrey and also to Nathalie and staff at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel. "He Maketh No Mistake"My Father’s way may twist and turn
My heart may throb and ache,
But in my soul I’m glad to know,
He maketh no mistake. My cherished plans may go astray,
My hopes may fade away,
But still I’ll trust my Lord to lead,
For He doth know the way. Though night be dark and it may seem
That day will never break,
I’ll pin my faith, my all, in Him,
He maketh no mistake. There’s so much now I cannot see,
My eyesight’s far too dim,
But come what may,
I’ll simply trust and leave it all to Him. For by and by the mist will lift,
And plain it all He’ll make,
Through all the way, though dark to me,
He made not one mistake. – A.M. Overton, 1932 A Private Graveside Service will take place at SAAMIS PRAIRIE VIEW CEMETERY on Friday, February 26th, 2016 with Gary W. Goran officiating. Memorial gifts in Audrey's memory may be made to The Gideon's International, Suite 177, 1415 – 28th Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8P9 or to Sunnyside Nursing Home, 1720 Bell Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 6G1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Audrey MacGregor. 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
1926 ~ BARAGAR ~ 2016 Noble "Buster" Baragar of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Irene Baragar, passed away on Monday, February 22nd, 2016 at the age of 89 years. Buster leaves to cherish his memory three sons, Douglas (Roberta), Herbert (Tammie), and Dwight (Sherry); one daughter, Norma (Tim) Stubbert; seven grandchildren, Tara, Derek, Michael, Marah, Troy, Kendra and Angela; five great grandchildren, Brett, Ethan, Zarayah, Genesis and Nicholas; two brothers, David and Douglas; two sisters, Evangeline "Vanji" Laube and Shirley Code; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Buster was predeceased by his wife, Irene Baragar in 2004; his parents, Douglas and Lydia Baragar; and one brother, Len. Buster was born on June 8th, 1926 in Foam Lake, Saskatchewan. He spent his entire career in the oil patch. He was the 27th employee for Halliburton before starting his own oilfield consulting business. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Friday, February 26th, 2016 at 3:00 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. Memorial gifts in Buster's memory may be made to 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 Buster Baragar. 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
1928 ~ CLARKE ~ 2016 Alexander B. Clarke of Medicine Hat passed away on February 18 at the age of 88. He leaves to cherish his memory to his wife, Neerja Clarke, and his children, Robert (Donna) Clarke, Heather Clarke, Cathryn (Ron) Treiber and Michael Clarke; his grandchildren, Kevin Clarke, Jason (Freedom) Clarke, Colin (Hallie) Clarke, Devon Felesky, Adam (Dayna) Felesky and Mitchell Serr; his great grandchildren, Tonja, Danyelle, Noah, Josh, Jordyn, Kendall Clarke and Kait, Faith and Ella Felesky; his siblings, Shirley Beattie, Emily (Bruce) Nelson and Robert Clarke. Alexander was predeceased by his beloved daughter, Elizabeth Jean in 1992; his parents, Samuel and Helen Clarke; and his sister, June.
Alex was born January 12, 1928 in Edmonton to Samuel and Helen Clarke, one of five children. Alex remained in Edmonton until 1960, when he relocated his family to Medicine Hat. At that time Capital Glass Medicine Hat was founded followed by the divisions in Brooks and Swift Current. Alex always remained a true local businessman, owning and developing local commercial real estate throughout the years.
Up until the time of Alex’s passing, he remained a very active citizen of Medicine Hat; in 1973, he was integral in founding the Medicine Hat Cubs Hockey Club which to this day remains a significant local organization. Recently Alex was nominated for the City of Medicine Hat Sports Wall of fame; something Alex would have been very proud of.
Alex was very honoured to be involved with the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede, volunteering with the Stampede board for 55 years including this last summer’s rodeo. Alex proudly served as President in 1991 and 1992.
Alex also volunteered many hours with the service groups of Medicine Hat; The Shiners, Kinsmen, Elks, Moose, and The Legion.
Alex could often be found enjoying a glass of red wine at Dayz Off Pub, spending time with his family including his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Alex was certainly One of a Kind; his sense of humour and laughter will not soon be forgotten by all of those that loved him.
A Celebration of Alex’s Life will be held at the CYPRESS CENTRE, Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Grounds, 2055 – 21 Avenue SE, on Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 3:00 p.m. Memorial gifts in Alex’s memory may be made to KidSport Canada – Alberta, Box 36107 Lakeview RPO, Calgary, Alberta, T3E 7C6 or through http://www.kidsportcanada.ca/alberta/donation, or to the Medicine Hat Cubs, Box 636, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 7G6. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Alex Clarke. 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
ANHORN, GLADYS MARGUARITE February 28, 1923 – February 16, 2016
Gladys Anhorn passed away on Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at the age of 92 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Douglas Smith and Jean (Fred) Burton; grandchildren Randy, Alaine, Ryan and Chris; three great grandchildren; and many more family and friends. She was predeceased by her son Glenn Smith, grandson Douglas Jr., brother Alf and sister Irene. Gladys was born and raised in Medicine Hat and lived the majority of her life there except for the last few years which have been spent in Calgary. She enjoyed crocheting, knitting and just working with her hands. She was an excellent seamstress and enjoyed a long career as one. Cremation has taken place and the family is planning to inter the cremated remains in Medicine Hat at a later date. Messages of condolence may be forwarded to the family at http://www.piersons.ca. Arrangements are in care of PIERSON’S FUNERAL SERVICE. Telephone 403 235-3602.
BROST Annie Brost of Medicine Hat passed away on Friday, February 19, 2016, at the age of 94 years, beloved wife of the late Alfred Brost. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Darlene (Barry) Litke of Crossfield, Merle (Barb) Brost, Glenn (Shirley) Brost all of Irvine, and Gaylene (Bill) Kendall of Red Deer; one daughter-in-law, Ruby Brost of Medicine Hat; twelve grandchildren; twenty great grandchildren; her brother, Edgar (Florence) Boschee; one sister, Violet Cooper; four sisters-in-law, Alice Boschee, Celia Brost, Marjorie Brost and Mildred Trudeau as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Fred and Emily Boschee; her husband, Alfred on February 10, 1976; one son, Harlow Brost; one grandson, Blake Brost; one great granddaughter, Kenzie Brost and three sisters, Alice Doering, and Alice and Esther, in childhood; two brothers, Albert and Bill. The family would like to thank the staff at the Good Samaritan’s for the care and compassion shown to Annie during her stay in the past years. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Thursday, February 25, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Troy Rosengren officiating. A private family interment will be held in the Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, 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: Annie Brost, 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
CONNELL Doris Rose Connell of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, February 22, 2016, at the age of 80 years, beloved wife of the late George “Geo” Connell. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, February 27, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Sidney Nelson officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Doris Connell, 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
ELLEN BALMER 1928 ~ 2016
Mrs. Ellen Marie Balmer, beloved wife of the late Mr. Thomas Balmer, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Wednesday, February 17, 2016, at the age of 87 years. The Celebration of Ellen’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, February 24, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. (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
HATTUM The funeral service for Mrs. June Hattum Of: Medicine AB and formerly of Ponteix District Will be held on Friday, February 26, 2016 At 2:00 PM From the Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, Swift Current, Sk. With Pastor Brad Julien officiating. The interment service for Mrs. June Hattum Will take place at the Hillcrest Cemetery in Swift Current, SK.
Donations to the Medicine Hat and District Health Foundation, Margery F. Yuill Cancer Department, 666 5th Ave. S.W., Medicine Hat, AB. would be appreciated by the family.
Arrangements Entrusted To: Warren's Funeral Home For further information please call 1-773-8831 or 1-800-267-6606 or visit our website at http://www.warrensfuneralhome.com and express your sympathy to family members in our book of condolences.
J. BYRON PARSONS 1931 ~ 2016
Mr. J. Byron Parsons, beloved husband of Mrs. Doreen Parsons, passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Friday, February 19, 2016, at the age of 84 years. A Celebration of Byron’s Life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Saturday, February 27, 2016, at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. A time of fellowship and refreshments will follow immediately thereafter in the Cook Southland Reception Facility. (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
JALBERT Vivian Louise Jalbert of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, February 21, 2016, at the age of 80 years, beloved wife of the late Marius Jalbert. She leaves to cherish her memory seven children, Kevin (Charlene) Jalbert, Owen (Wendy) Jalbert, Randy (Joanne) Jalbert all of Medicine Hat, Wanda (Garry) Erker of Liebenthal, Todd (Nancy) Jalbert, Arlen (Shelly) Jalbert all of Medicine Hat and Camille Jalbert (Rick Ayotte) of Lethbridge; fourteen grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren, one brother, Ken (Bev) Sopczak of Saskatoon; one sister Marguerite Chomyshen of Outlook, Saskatchewan and one sister-in-law Anne Sopczak of Calgary as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Ann and John Sopczak; her husband Marius on June 8, 1994; one son, Mark Jalbert in 1958; two brothers Jerome Sopczak and Timothy Sopczak and one sister Jackie (Clare) Martin. Vivian will be remembered by many for her dedication as a mother, grandmother and community participant; her various skills, most prominently being the profession of tailoring. She loved to create wedding dresses, suits, various garments and children's clothing; and passing it on to others through instruction. She found peace and contentment in experiencing the great outdoors. Her compassion and willingness to help others will not be forgotten. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Thursday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and at the church on Friday from 9:30 – 10:25 a.m. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church (238 2nd Ave N.E.) on Friday, February 26, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. with Fr. Tomy Manjaly Celebrant. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, NWT & NU, 100 – 119 14 St NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Vivian Jalbert, 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
WICKHAM Alex Wickham age 88 years of Shaunavon, Saskatchewan died on Thursday, February 18, 2016 at the Shaunavon Hospital & Care Centre following a brief illness.
He was born at Vermilion, Alberta on July 3, 1927. He was employed in the oilfields in Vermilion and Lloydminster areas as well as in Manitoba and Southeast Saskatchewan. From 1959 to 1970 he owned and operated his own Well Service Rig, Trucking and Water Well Drilling business in the Shaunavon and Gull Lake, Saskatchewan areas. In 1970 he moved to Ladysmith, British Columbia where he owned and operated a Water Well and Drilling & Pump business until 1976. He semi-retired and managed two trailer parks and high-rise in Surrey, British Columbia. He retired in 1986 and moved and lived in Kamloops and Scotch Creek, British Columbia. Alex travelled south to Arizona in the winters for five years and moved back to Shaunavon in 2008.
A memorial service will be held from Christ the King Parish Hall in Shaunavon on Saturday, February 27, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. Binkley’s Funeral Service of Shaunavon (www.Binkleys.com) is in charge of the arrangements.
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