February 22, 2019
By Obituaries on February 22, 2019.
GILLIS "Dale" Ernest Gillis Has passed. Dale had four children, Betty, Allan, Shane, and Murray, and 6 Grandchildren who were closest to his heart. Dale would go out of his way to meet you in person, and cared deeply for his family, he had true and honest friends, his wisdom and warm heart are truly missed. He was pre- deceased by his Son, Murray Gillis, his Sister, Lynn, and Brothers Jerry and Larry Gillis, and his Mother and Father Evelyn and "Ernest" Gillis.Friends and Family are more than welcome to join a celebration of life at the Medicine Hat Legion on June 12th 2019.
ANITA ‘RUSTY’ REGAN 1929 ~ 2019 Mrs. Anita “Rusty” Regan, beloved wife of the late Mark Regan, passed away at the River Ridge Senior’s Village in Medicine Hat on Sunday, February 17, 2019, at the age of 89 years. Rusty was born on October 20, 1929, in Lake Lenore, Saskatchewan, a daughter to John and Frances Ryan. Rusty grew up in Lake Lenore before moving to Saskatoon where she received her schooling to become a nurse. It was during her time there, that she met her future husband, Mark. They spent their years together with their family, moving to numerous locations throughout Canada and Europe. During Rusty’s younger years, she enjoyed speed skating and danced whenever she could. Rusty was a loving, caring and hardworking lady and spent many dedicated years working at CFB Suffield. She was a wonderful cook and will be fondly remembered for her legendary cinnamon buns and delicious strudels! Rusty will be cherished in the hearts of her family including her children, Dawn Link, Tim (Donna) Regan and Tammi (David) Adams; 6 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren and a sister, Eileen Ryan. She was predeceased by a daughter, Wendy Roberts; grandson, Ian Roberts as well as her brothers and sisters. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, on Thursday, February 21, 2019, between 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. The Celebration of Life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Friday, February 22, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Father Tomy Manjaly celebrant. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Rusty’s name may be made directly to the Alzheimer’s Society, 201, 770 – 6 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4J6. Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455
SCHLINKER William Schlinker passed away on Wednesday, February 20, 2019, beloved husband of Sharon Schlinker of Medicine Hat. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: William Schlinker, 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
SHIRLEY ANNE ELGIE August 4, 1948 ~ February 15, 2019 Mrs. Shirley Anne Elgie, beloved wife of the late Mr. Norman Elgie, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Friday, February 15, 2019, at the age of 70 years. Shirley was born, raised and schooled in the Taber, AB., area. She married Norman Leslie Elgie on July 8, 1967, and shared 27 years of marriage until his passing in 1994. Shirley worked at Domglas, Medalta Potteries, Roses Solo Store, AG Foods and with Alberta Health Services for 25 years. She was kind, loving, optimistic, friendly and treasured the people around her. Shirley was often busy with gardening, camping, golfing, reading, sewing, sudokos, crosswords, cards, attending concerts and spending time with family. She enjoyed all sports her children and grandchildren participated in including basketball, hockey, soccer and quad racing. Shirley belonged to a group of ladies called the Six Belles; a woman’s group that did everything together including bus tours, camping, sleep overs, dinners and countless games of cards. Shirley especially enjoyed holidays, family reunions and her 70th Birthday party. She was particularily proud of the fact that she went back to school at the age of 36 and received her high school diploma. Shirley’s memory will be forever treasured in the hearts of her children, Jim Elgie (Cheryl Higgins), Gord Elgie (Marsha Neigum), Lori (TJ) Yarrow; ten grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; siblings, Laverne (Dave) Sawatzky, Jean Ahlstrom, Sharon Kerkhoff, Millie Archer (Henry Jurgens); sisters-in-law, Marion (Bill) Beetstra, Pat Miller, Evelyn (Marcus) Coneys, Shirley (Paul) Gow, Judy Elgie and brother-in-law, Cliff Elgie as well as numerous nieces, nephews and best friend, Patty Franzen. She was predeceased by her husband, Norman Elgie; parents, John and Helen Archer; mother-in-law, Margaret Elgie; brothers-in-law, Edward Elgie, Danny Kerkhoff, Roy Ahlstrom and nephew, Brian Elgie. A Celebration of Shirley’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, February 22, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. with Major Murray Jaster officiating. Private interment will take place in the Spring of 2019. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) If friends so desire, donations in Shirley’s name may be made directly to her favorite charity, Medicine Hat Women’s Shelter Society, P.O. Box 2500, Medicine Hat, AB. T1A 8G8. 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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