November 2, 2018
By Obituaries on November 2, 2018.
AVRIL "BRANDY" CALVERT Avril “Brandy” Calvert passed away suddenly on Wednesday, October 30th, 2018. She leaves to mourn her son, Matt (Ruth); granddaughter, Rowan; brothers, Tim (Jennifer) and Ty (Hilary); nephews, Brad and Drew; and many friends and colleagues. Brandy lived her life to the fullest. She kept busy with projects around her house and trips to Fabricland to make more lil’ baggers. She loved the sun, enjoying it in her beautiful backyard and on may sandy beaches. Brandy’s love of food brought her to many farmer’s markets in search of her favorite ingredients. Brandy’s many years working in radio took her all around Alberta. For the past ten years she has worked in communications and she has been a great ambassador for the City of Medicine Hat. Brandy’s smile lit up the room and she made many lasting friendships wherever she went. She will be greatly missed by many. A private family time of remembrance will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangements are entrusted toSAAMIS 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.
DARRELL PIERCE February 28, 1958 – October 29, 2018 Darrell Fredrick Arthur Pierce, beloved son, brother, father and friend, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Monday, October 29, 2018, at the age of 60 years. Darrell was born in Medicine Hat on February 24, 1958, into the family of John and Anne Marie Pierce, the third of four children. He went to school in Medicine Hat and Cudworth, Saskatchewan, however, after graduation, Darrell returned to Medicine Hat. He worked as an electrician in and around Medicine Hat and Redcliff for many years, only recently making a complete change and taking classes at the Medicine Hat College, which he loved. In 1988, Darrell had the good fortune to meet and marry Kima Moore. Their children, Tamara, Lee, Jana and Sloan, were a source of great joy and pride for Darrell. He was an ardent sports fan who loved baseball, hockey, and the Saskatchewan Roughriders. Darrell was also a keen amateur astronomer. He loved puttering around the garden and tinkering with clocks. In the last few years you could often find Darrell sitting in the garage, visiting with friends and watching the world go by. Darrell is survived by Kima and by his children: Tamara (Benny), Lee (Heidi), Jana, and Sloan as well as three grandchildren, Arda, Karson, and London. Darrell is also survived by his father, John; his brothers, Dave (Lauralee) and Doug (Jaylene), and his sister, Nancy (Robert). He is remembered with affection by his many friends and by numerous Pierce and Skjei aunts, uncles and cousins. Darrell was predeceased by his mother, Anne Marie, in March 2016, who he missed her very much. A Celebration of Darrell’s Life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, November 2, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. with Major Murray Jaster officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alberta Lung Association, 208 – 17420 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton, AB., T5S 7K6 or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 340A Maple Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 7L5. (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
JESSIE MORRISON Jessie’s life was celebrated this past Saturday as family and friends united in Cook’s chapel. The enchanting sound of Bagpipes filled the air at the end of the service and during a moment of reflection at graveside. Our family is like a patchwork quilt
Each piece tightly stitched together,
To last in love throughout the years
Our family is forever. Her Life Lived…
Her Life Cherished…
Her Life Honoured. Courtesy of
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455
MELVIN DENNIS SACKMAN July 30, 1941 – October 23, 2018
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Melvin Sackman, beloved husband, father and grandfather, at the age of 77 years. His memory will be forever cherished by his son, James Sackman, his wife, Sandy, and their children Danielle and Joel; his daughter, Linda Sackman (Dave Renz); honorary grandson, Mason Powers; his sisters, Diane (Vern) Friemark, Geraldine (Myron) Williamson, Karen (Phillip) Lounsbury; his brother, Rick (Tina) Sackman; his brothers-in-law, Lloyd Murk and Phillip (Noreen) Murk, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Melvin joins his wife of 53 years, Gladys; his parents, Daniel and Elvina; his sister, Victoria; his mother-in-law, Eva Murk; and his sisters-in-law, Fran Murk and Blanche Klink, to sing with the angels. Dad worked many jobs, mostly in construction, and then worked for the city before retiring. If someone ever needed a helping hand, dad was there. Dad loved music and could play just about any instrument. He played in several bands and had many fond memories, especially with the Rangers. Dad had to give it up as his hearing and health got worse, but loved trying to teach Danielle and Joel how to play the accordion. In 1994, dad's life changed immensely with the arrival of his first grandchild. It was like a new lease on life as he was so proud to be a grandpa and had no problem spoiling them as he claimed that was his job. Dad loved camping, going for coffee with his buddies and gardening. Dad took an interest in sports later in his life, as long as it was one that the grandkids were involved in. In dad's last couple of years, he took up painting. You are all invited to join his family and friends to celebrate his life and exchange stories on Saturday, November 3, 2018 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Masterpiece Southland Meadows Retirement Home (Southland Drive S.E.). To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Melvin Sackman, 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
RITA BLEVINS 1920 ~ 2018
Mrs. Rita Marie Blevins, beloved wife of the late Mr. Frank Blevins of Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital while surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, November 1, 2018, at the age of 97 years. She leaves to cherish her memory: daughters, Sandra (Art) Bimson of Saskatoon, SK., Margie (Greg) Shaw of Edmonton and Delaine Constant of Vancouver, BC. Her memory will also live on in the hearts of her grandchildren, Kristi Lie (Mark), Jennifer Lie (Trent), Tyler Lie, Heather (Rob) Wheeler, Wade Shaw, Andrew (Jessica) Shaw, Logan Constant and Candice (Kyle) Baker; great-grandchildren, Donavon Karpinski (Jess), Brendon Karpinski, Brooke Bighead, Jette Rafuse, Tyson Constant, Jaxon Constant and Payton Baker; brother, Rudy Schoenroth; sister, Margaret Rose Arnold as well as numerous other extended family and friends. Along with Frank, Rita was predeceased by four brothers, John, Richard, Ernie and Harold Schoenroth as well as one sister, Lylla Fahlman. Rita was born in Hodgeville, SK. on December 31, 1920, to proud parents, John and Ella Schoenroth. She was working in Regina when she met Frank Blevins who had just returned from WWII and they were married in 1945. They farmed in Wapella before moving to Davidson and finally Medicine Hat where she resided until her passing. Family wish to extend their appreciation to the nurses and staff at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital who treated Rita with such kindness during her final days. The Service honouring Rita’s life will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 62 Valleyview Drive S.W., Medicine Hat on Saturday, November 3, 2018, at 2:00 p.m. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) If friends so desire, donations in memory of Rita may be made to the Arthritis Society, 150 – 110 Quarry Park Blvd. S.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2C 3G3. Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455
ROSE MAIER 1925 ~ 2018
Mrs. Rose Maier, beloved wife of the late Mr. Henry Maier, passed away peacefully in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, October 31, 2018, at the age of 92 years. Further announcements will follow upon completion of the arrangements. (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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