March 22, 2016
By Obituaries on March 22, 2016.
1922 ~ SCHULZ ~ 2016 Margarete Schulz of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Gerhard Schulz, passed away on Saturday, March 19th, 2016 at the age of 93 years. Margarete is survived by her four children; seven grandchildren; and three great- grandchildren. A Private Family Time of Remembrance will be held. Memorial gifts in Margarete's memory may be made to the charity of one's choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Margarete Schulz. 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
1932 ~ LaBATTE ~ 2016 Richard "Ritchie" LaBatte of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, March 15th, 2016 at the age of 83 years. Ritchie leaves to cherish his memory his beloved wife, Rose LaBatte of Medicine Hat; his six children, Gale LaBatte Walper, Bryan (April) LaBatte, Chantel (Clayton) Kiefer, Melanie (Jason) Wiebe, Cory (Anna Maria) LaBatte and Crystal LaBatte; his grandchildren, Brandee Goldade, Brooke Goldade Kiefer, Cordero Walper, Breann LaBatte (Travis Robinson), Richelle LaBatte (Cody Booker), Cody Torkelson (Vanessa Rice), Connor Torkelson (Megan Dick), Kennedy and Emily Torkelson, Mathew and Sophia LaBatte; great grandchildren, Hanna, Sydney and Morgan Lesnak and Terryn Ritchie; step great grandchildren, Kapri and Rhett Booker; brother, Clifford LaBatte; and sister-in-law, Lyla Lanz. Ritchie was predeceased by his parents, Edward and Mary LaBatte of Gladmar, Saskatchewan. Ritchie was born on October 15th, 1932 at "30-1-19W2", Saskatchewan (Minton/Gladmar). He attended boarding school convent in Radville. On December 29th, 1951 he took a job working for Shell Oil on a Drilling Rig from "Texas". On August 3rd, 1955 he married Rose Melle in Minton, Saskatchewan. The oilfield brought many moves from Valleyview, Swift Current, Carnduff, Weyburn, Estevan, Calgary, Redcliff and Medicine Hat. In 1976 he started LaBatte’s Oilfield Service Ltd. with his wife, Rose and son, Bryan until his retirement in 1996. Throughout his life, Ritchie honed his many skills. He was a "Jack of all Trades" and an excellent "Mr. Fix-It". He enjoyed carpentry, electrical, plumbing, welding, upholstery, landscaping and especially mechanics. He loved to work at his cabin in Elkwater and enjoyed the fruits of his labor with his family and many friends. Ritchie also enjoyed sports, particularly baseball, golf, curling, fishing and hockey, which he also coached. Ritchie loved cooking steaks for his Oilmen friends at the Medicine Hat Golf Course. He was famous for his seasoning salt "Richie's Ready-Rub". We will remember Ritchie's enthusiasm in decorating and entertaining, especially at Christmas and his delight in dancing with Rose at every possible opportunity. Ritchie's family and many friends will forever remember him for his love and devotion to them. We loved him for his humble spirit. We will honor his memory by following his good example of working hard and being kind. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Monday from 6:00 until 9:00 p.m. Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, on Monday, March 21st, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. PATRICK'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 238 – 2nd Avenue NE, on Tuesday, March 22nd, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. with Father Francis Tran, celebrant. Interment will follow in the Roman Catholic Section at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Ritchie's memory may be made to St. Joseph's Home (Carmel Hospice), 156 – 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ritchie LaBatte. 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
1934 ~ WALTERS ~ 2016 June Ann Walters of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Wilfred "Wish" Walters, passed away peacefully with her girls by her side on Sunday, March 20th, 2016 at the age of 81 years. June leaves to cherish her memory her daughters, Cindy (Ray) Buscholl and Alann (Garry) Klaudt; four grandchildren, Tanya (Jesse) Whitaker and son, Eric, Jenna Copper (Tylor) and sons, Zeth, Decklyn and Jaxon, Brenden Copper and Kurtis Copper; one sister, Barbara Purich; as well as numerous brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. June was predeceased by her husband of 59 years, Wish on December 5th, 2015; and her parents, James and Dorothy Deacon. June was born on September 3rd, 1934 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She worked as a Bank Teller for 25 years with CIBC – Sub-Branch, CFB Suffield. June loved nothing more than time with family and snuggles with her grand babies. She loved to eat out and enjoyed her date night with Wish every Friday night. It is June's request for anyone attending the service to wear blue jeans, favourite blue shirt and a smile. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Thursday, March 24th, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. Interment will follow at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in June's memory may be made to charity of one's choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading June Walters. 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
Forever Loved… Just over a week ago, many family, friends and care workers gathered in Cook’s Chapel to celebrate the remarkable life of Curtis Wisnowski. A heart warming tribute from Margaret of the Alfred Egan Home, spoke of how Curtis touched the hearts of so many caregivers over the years. Father Fred through his message, expressed the love and joy Curtis shared with his friends and in the hope of eternal life we can look forward to. In the peace of HIllside Cemetery, Curtis was laid to rest close by his grandparents whom he loved so dearly.
In our heart, your memory lingers
Sweetly tender, fond and true;
There is not a day, my son
That we do not think of you.
His Life Lived…
His Life Cherished…
His Life Honoured.
Courtesy of
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455
LERNER Marta Lerner of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday March 21, 2016 at the age of 88 years. She leaves to cherish her memory two sons, Dale (Barb), Tom (Sherry), her granddaughter Monica and her daughter Zoe as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents. As per Marta’s request no funeral service will be held and interment of ashes will take place at a later date. Marta’s family would like to thank the staff at Leisure Way Group Home for eight years of excellent care given to our mother. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Marta Lerner, 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
MEIER Martha Meier of Medicine Hat passed away on Sunday, March 20, 2016, at the age of 89 years. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Thursday, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Thursday, March 24, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Arthur Brown and Rev. Dr. Lawson Brown co- officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to World Vision Canada, 19 Skyview Springs Manor NE, Calgary, AB T3N 0A9 or Samaritan’s Purse-Canada, 20 Hopewell Way NE, Calgary, AB, T3J 5H5. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Martha Meier, 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
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