December 17, 2019
By Obituaries on December 17, 2019.
1951 ~ LYLE GATES ~ 2019
Lyle Patrick Gates, beloved husband of Marjorie Gates of Medicine Hat, passed away after a short battle with cancer, on Saturday, December 14th, 2019 at the age of 68 years. Lyle also leaves to cherish his memory his son, Chris Gates; his daughter, Holly (Doug) Gates; daughter-in-law, Amanda (Trevor) Ward; seven grandchildren, Kayla, Gavin, Preston, Joel, Jasmin, Tyson and Paige; three brothers, Murray (Linda) Gates, Brett (Deb) Gates and Randy (Colleen) Gates; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Lyle was predeceased by his son, Curtis Gates; and his parents, Paul and Patricia Gates. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Thursday from 12:00 until 12:55 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, on Thursday, December 19th, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. A private interment will take place at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Lyle’s memory may be made to the Carmel Hospice at St. Joseph’s Home, 156 – 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 5M1. Condolences may be sent through
http://www.saamis.com or to
condolences@saamis.com subject heading Lyle Gates. 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.
MARY LOU
McCRODAN-POVEY
1952 ~ 2019
It is with hurting and heavy hearts that we share the passing of Mary Lou on Friday, December 13th, 2019, at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. She was just 67. To know Mary Lou was to know that you’d been touched by an exceptional individual. Put simply, she made a difference. Enriching lives around her with her grace, humour and a truly loving nature. She was endearing with her “Lou-isms”, a quick wit and quirky off-the-wall facial expressions. She was respected as a fiercely caring advocate of what is right and was loved for her genuine depth of compassion for others.
That Last Night
That last night we showered
her with love because
that’s what she’d done for
us our whole lives.
That last night we told her how
proud we were to be her
family and what an inspiration
she’d been to us.
That last night she shed tears listening
to messages from her grandkids.
That last night we wiped our eyes and advocated for the best care for her.
That last night we sat in silence with her, holding her, comforting her. Loving her.
Mary Lou was Mom to Seana Almer (McCrodan) and Gavin McCrodan; Stepmom to Paul, Nicola, Jeremy and Phaedra; Gramma to Accalia, Isabela, Logan, Maddie, Kieran, Lucy, Justine, Kyle, Chantel, Dylan, Ethan and Bailey; and wife and best friend to Martin. She lived with her heart fully-engaged and she passed surrounded by love.
A Celebration of Mary Lou’s life will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE on Friday, December 20th, 2019 at 2.00 p.m. and on Saturday, January 11th, 2020 in Burlington Ontario – venue & time TBA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Medicine Hat and District Health Foundation. 104, 430 – 6th Avenue SE Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8. Condolences may be sent to
condolences@saamis.com subject heading Mary Lou McCrodan-Povey. 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.
EMIL JESSKE
1926 ~ 2019
Mr. Emil Jesske passed away peacefully at Haven Care Centre, South Country Village in Medicine Hat on Saturday, December 14, 2019, at the age of 93 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
LEONARD AMAN
1935 ~ 2019
The family of Leonard Richard Aman sadly announce his sudden passing on Thursday, December 12, 2019, in Medicine Hat at the age of 84 years. Leonard is survived by his son, Robert Aman of Redcliff and his daughter, Judy (Keith) Kallenberger of Medicine Hat. Also left to cherish his memory are his grandchildren, Katie, Tasha (Rob), Dalis (Andy) and Bobbie (Angie) as well as seven great-grandchildren. Leonard was born in Irvine, AB on February 11, 1935, one of nine children to Phyllip and Rose Aman. He worked for Dominion Glass for many years and after it closed, he worked odd jobs until his retirement. Leonard loved camping and mostly fishing. He was very proud of his trophy fish and displayed them throughout his home. A Celebration of Leonard’s life will be held in the spring of 2020; when the fish start biting! (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
OLGA WEISS (nee MEIER)
1931 ~ 2019
It is with very heavy hearts that we the family announce the passing of our dear mother, Olga, who suffered a massive stroke four months ago. Olga passed away at the Bow Island Health Centre on Saturday, December 14, 2019, at the age of 88 years. She is now reunited with her beloved husband, Edwin Bollinger whom she has missed one month short of 43 years. ‘Together again, Mom and Dad… Rest In Peace!’ Olga leaves to cherish her memory her children, Betty Anne (Irwin) Neil of Medicine Hat, Karen Waldbauer of Bow Island, Cliff Bollinger of Lacombe, and Janice Smithson of Medicine Hat. Olga was blessed with 8 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings, Andy (Shirley) Meier, Alice Ryks and Herb (Bette) Meier. Along with her husband, Edwin, Olga was predeceased by her parents, Reinhold and Lena Meier; son, Wayne Bollinger; son-in-law, Brian Waldbauer; grandson, Chuck Hauck; brother-in-law, Robert Ryks as well as a dear friend, Doug Mapstone. Olga was born on August 30, 1931, in Thelma, AB. and married Edwin Bollinger on October 9, 1949. She lived most of her life in the Irvine area and at the Pleasant View Lodge in Bow Island for the last three years. The family would like to thank everyone who came to visit Olga since she had her stroke. A private graveside service will take place. In honour of Olga, the family would like everyone to cherish a precious memory and hold it close to your heart. (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
SUSAN PARTIS
November 12, 1954 ~ December 14, 2019
It is with much heartache that the family of Susan Partis announces her passing. Susan is survived by her loving husband of 38 years, Terry Partis, her sisters Sandra Symanczyk (Ernie) and Sherrill Robertson (Lyn), brothers David Erickson (Caroline) and Brian Erickson as well as sisters in law Joanne Erickson, Jackie (Mike) Howard,and Jan (Brian) Lawrence and brother in law Tom Partis. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews who were the light of her life. Susan was predeceased by her parents Selmar and Marion Erickson. Susan was born in Dawson Creek B.C. to Marion and Selmar (Slim) Erickson as the fourth of five children. With her family she moved to Camrose, Grande Prairie and finally Calgary. Susan met her husband Terry Partis in Ottawa and they were married on July 18, 1981. After leaving Ottawa Terry’s career took them to Alberta where they lived in Ponoka, Hinton, Taber, Edmonton, Lethbridge, Calgary and Medicine Hat. Susan’s last place of work before retirement was at the Medicine Hat College in the Human Resources department. Susan’s loves were boating with Terry and time spent with all of her nieces and nephews.
To honour Susan’s memory please remember: You always have a choice – choose kindness
The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Thursday, December 19, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. with Fr. Tomy Manjaly officiating. In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Alberta Transplant Association (canadiantransplant.com) or to the Carmel Hospice (St. Joseph’s Home) 156 3rd Street N.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 5M1. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to:
pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Susan Partis, 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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