February 26, 2019

By Obituaries on February 26, 2019.

1926 ~ Laurence Waldbauer~ 2019

Laurence Harold Waldbauer of Medicine Hat passed away on Sunday, February 24th, 2019 at the age of 93 years. Laurence leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife of 71 and a half years, Joyce “Vivian”; one daughter, Alice Hamilton; one son, Gordon (Janet); two daughters-in-law, Linnette Waldbauer and Karen Waldbauer; 5 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Laurence was predeceased by two sons, Leslie Waldbauer and Brian Waldbauer; son-in-law, Lloyd Hamilton; grandson, Jay Hamilton; and his two sisters, Louise and Allie. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so on Thursday at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Friday, March 1st, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Laurence Waldbauer. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to
SAAMIS 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.

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1963 ~ CANDACE KOCH ~ 2019

Candace Koch of Medicine Hat passed away on Monday, February 18th, 2019 at the age of 55 years. No formal funeral services will be held. Memorial gifts in Candace'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 Candace Koch. Arrangements are entrusted to
SAAMIS 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.

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GEORGINA DESCOTEAU

1923 ~ 2019
Georgina Annie Descoteau, beloved wife of the late Leo Descoteau, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Sunday, February 24, 2019, at the age of 95 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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JOHN FRENCH

July 30, 1931 ~ February 22, 2019

Mr. John French, beloved husband of Irene, passed away at the Good Samaritan Society Southridge Village in Medicine Hat on Friday, February 22, 2019, at the age of 87 years. Johnnie was born on the farm South of Consul, SK., on July 30, 1931, the third son to Patrick and Annie (nee Bell) French. He had two older brothers, Paddy and Joe. Johnnie was raised on the farm and attended “Spunky Puddle” School. At the age of 14 years, he went to work haying for Art and Mary Rotnem. He later bought a 3T truck which he hauled grain and cattle with before working a short time on the rigs. Johnnie then moved on to do road maintenance work for the L.I.D. and the Rural Municipality of Maple Creek for the remainder of his working career. He married Irene Stovka on December 22, 1956, in Havre, MT., and together they had two children, Gloria Lynn and Kenneth Gordon. They lived in Consul, SK., and retired to Medicine Hat in 1998. Johnnie lived at the Good Samaritan Society Southridge Village for the last three years and family are truly grateful for the care he received. Along with his loving wife, Irene, Johnnie is survived by: daughter, Gloria (Duane) Illerbrun; son, Ken (Brenda) French; Gloria’s daughters, Stephanie (Travis) Nelson, Melanie (Kyle) Stevenson, Kendra (Alex) Kinch; Ken’s sons, Jeff (Jessica) French and Blaine (Lisette) French; ten great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews as well as five sisters-in-law, Saloma, Annie, Mary (John) Chuckry, Barb Hackman and Sherril (Gerry) Kukartz. He was predeceased by his parents, Patrick and Annie; brothers, Paddy and Joe; nephew, Billie; in-laws, Leslie, Larry, Don, Dale and Betty as well as two great-grandsons, Bodhi and Anthony Kinch. A Private celebration of Johnnie’s life will be held at a future date. Honouring his memory as pallbearers will be his grandchildren and their spouses and a special tribute to Grandpa will be shared by Stephanie Nelson. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com). If friends so desire, donations in memory of Johnnie may be made to the CNIB, 102, 520 – 2 Street S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0C6. 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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JOHN ROCHELEAU

August 16, 1942 ~ February 24, 2019

It is with heavy hearts that the family of John “Jean” Leo Rocheleau, beloved husband of Colleen, announce his passing at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Sunday, February 24, 2019, at the age of 76 years. John is survived by his loving wife, Colleen Rocheleau; daughter, Joanne Rocheleau (Stephen Deda); daughter-in-law, Sandra Rocheleau; six grandchildren, two sisters, Paulette Richer, Monique Wilson; three brothers, Philippe (Sandra), Guy, Leo (Marg) and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Marcel and Fleurette (Flo) Rocheleau; in-laws, James and Agatha Donohue and son André Rocheleau † (2011). John was born in Ottawa, ON., where he lived till his family was transferred to Summerside, PEI. He joined the Air Force in 1961, and was posted to several bases across Canada. John married, Colleen Judy Donohue in 1970, in Ottawa and they lived in Trenton, ON., where their children were born; Joanne in 1971, Lynn † (1974) and André in 1975. They lived in Victoria, BC, Yorkton, SK, and he worked at CFB Suffield until his retirement in 1991 from the military. He continued to work for Canex for another 10 years before finally retiring in 2011, in Medicine Hat, AB. John loved fishing and hunting in his leisure. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com). If friends so desire, memorial donations in John’s name may be made directly to the Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation, c/o Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, 666 – 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4H6 or to the charity of one’s choice. 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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NORMA FISCHER

1942 ~ 2019

Norma Rae Fischer, beloved wife of Gerry ‘Bushy’ Fischer, passed away peacefully at The Wellington in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, February 20, 2019, at the age of 76 years. Along with Bushy, she leaves to cherish her memory two sons, Rod (Sue) and Cal (Yvette); grandchildren, Mel (Dave) and Blaine (Darilyn) as well as her great-grandson, Benson. Norma was born on March 9, 1942, in Medicine Hat and married Bushy on August 31, 1960. The family would like to thank the staff of The Wellington for their compassionate care. She was an extraordinary woman and gained many friends during her stay there. At Norma’s request, no formal funeral service will be held. (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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SCHLINKER

William “Bill” Frederick Schlinker passed away on Wednesday, February 20, 2019, at the age of 89 years, beloved wife of Sharon Schlinker of Medicine Hat. He also leaves to cherish his memory two children, Mark Schlinker (Pearl Willsie) and Wendy Schlinker; two brothers-in-law, Dave Thomson and Boyd Stevens; two sisters-in-law, Delphine Schlinker and Bonnie Schlinker as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Adam and Elsie Schlinker; two brothers, Vernon and Marvin and one sister Agnes Thomson. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. to 1:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Robert Findley officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Riverview Resident and Family Council c/o Riverview Care Center, 603 Prospect Drive SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 4C2. 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

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