July 15, 2020
By Obituaries on July 15, 2020.
1936 ~ ROBERT MacKENZIE ~ 2020 Robert "Bob" Clarke MacKenzie of Medicine Hat passed away on Monday, July 6, 2020 at the age of 84 years. He leaves to cherish his memory his two children, Bob MacKenzie (Lee Robins) and Angel Reinhardt (Pete Graveline) and their mother Gladys MacKenzie; two grandchildren, Amber and Chad Klaudt. He was predeceased by his parents, Colin and Gladys MacKenzie. Bob worked his entire career in the oil patch, where he met many people and enjoyed many friendships. He loved playing golf his whole life and in his younger years he liked to fish and play ball. A private family graveside service will take place at Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those who wish to remember Bob may do so to A.J.’s Loan Cupboard (Alan Joys Memorial Fund Society) Box 45006, McKenzie Postal Outlet, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 7H3 or Canadian Cancer Society. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@ pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Bob MacKenzie, 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
1937 ~ BERNICE STUBER ~ 2020 Bernice Stuber of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late, David Stuber, passed away on Friday, July 10th, 2020 at the age of 83 years at the Peter Lougheed Centre in Calgary, AB. Bernice leaves to cherish her memory her brother, Marvin (Janet); sister, Karen (Andy) Flaig; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Dave; parents, Emanuel, and Laura Fischer; son, Garry; brother Harry, and sisters, Gladys (Ken), Marlene Coslovich, and Evelyn (Seb) Goldade. Bernice was born on March 15, 1937 in rural Saskatchewan. When she was seven years old, the family moved to Alberta and settled in the Redcliff area. She attended school in Redcliff and married her dearest David there, in 1953. She enjoyed reading, doing puzzles, and visiting with family and friends. She will be deeply and sadly missed by all those who knew and loved her. The Funeral Service will be held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5, on Thursday, July 16th, 2020 at with Gary W. Goran officiating. Due to Covid-19, attendance is by invitation. Those wishing to participate in the service may do so through live streaming via http://www.saamis.com. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Bernice’s 's memory may be made to the HALO Air Ambulance, #12 – 49 Viscount Ave SW , Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 5G4 Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Bernice Stuber. 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.
1951 ~ LARRY J. LESKO ~ 2020 Larry John Lesko, beloved husband of Helen Lesko, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2020 at the age of 68 years. Larry leaves to cherish his memory his children, Chad (Carrie), Damien, Chelsea (Dylan) and numerous grandchildren. Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Thursday, July 16th, 2020. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church 238 2 Ave NE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 6A1, on Friday, July 17th, 2020 with Fr. Tomy Thomas Manjaly, Celebrant. Interment will follow in the Roman Catholic Section at Hillside Cemetery. Due to current Covid-19 restrictions, attendance will be by family and close friends. Video streaming of the Prayer Service will be available on the Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel website at http://www.saamis.com beginning at 7:00 pm. on Thursday, July 16th, 2020. Memorial gifts in Larry Lesko’s memory may be made to the Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation for the Marjery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, 666 5 St SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 4H6 . Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Larry Lesko. 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.
1953 ~ WADE JAEGER ~ 2020 Wade Douglas Jaeger of Medicine Hat passed away on November 17th, 2019 at the age of 66 years. A private graveside service was held on Saturday, July 11th, 2020 at SAAMIS PRAIRIE VIEW CEMETERY. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Wade Jaeger. 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.
1956 ~ TERESSA FLAIG ~ 2020 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Teressa Flaig-Forczek, beloved wife of Keith Flaig, on July 9th, 2020. Teressa passed away at the age of 63 years after a short battle with cancer. She leaves to cherish her memory one sister, Angela Falez and husband, Brad of Calgary; brothers-in-law, Bruce Sunstrum of Cessford and Larry and Carma Flaig of Raymond; sister-in-law, Karen and Tim Hittel of Medicine Hat; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Walter and Jean Forczek; in-laws, Fred and Ruth Flaig; sister, Linda Sunstrum; brother, Leszek Forczek; and nephew, Dallas Sunstrum. Teressa was born in Brooks, AB on November 17th, 1956. She moved to medicine Hat in 1975 where she was employed at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital until 2003 when health issues forced her to retire. Teressa enjoyed travelling even though it was difficult for her. They enjoyed numerous destinations; her favourite was the many trips to visit her brother who was an artist living in California for many years until his death in May 2019. Teressa was a caring and generous person. “God Loves a cheerful giver”, 2 Corinthians 9:7. She believed in being happy to give and enjoy rewards of bringing joy to others. It seemed she always knew what someone wanted or needed. She could always make you laugh with her sarcastic sense of humour which we all fell victim to. Teressa always tried her best whenever she did anything. She always felt that if something was worth doing; it is worth doing right. She was a hard worker whether it was at work or at home, work ethics she inherited from her Dad. She spent a lot of time with her Dad when she was young at his shop, Brooks Iron Works. She would say that no matter how busy Dad was, he would shut the lathe off and spend time with her and her dog Porky. Teressa was very close to her father and it broke her heart when he passed away in 1998. She will be sadly missed by all those who knew her. The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to all the doctors, nurses on 5E and EMS staff that took such great care of her and showed so much compassion and kindness in her final days. A private family graveside service will be held at a later date with Pastor Bob Church officiating. Memorial gifts in Teressa’s memory may be made to the Medicine Hat and District Health Foundation for the Marjery E Yuill Cancer Centre c/o 666 -5 St SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 4H6. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Teressa Flaig. 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.
RICK BOKSTEYN 1958 ~ 2020 It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of Richard ‘Rick’ Boksteyn at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Saturday, July 11, 2020, at the age of 62 years. Rick leaves to cherish his wife, Linda and sons, Derik and Ben (Janae)  Boksteyn. 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 Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 http://www.cooksouthland.com
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ROBERTA McLELLAN VAUGHAN April 24, 1928 – July 12, 2020
Born is Sturgis, SK, the third and last child of Arthur and Isabelle Carlisle, Roberta (Bobbie) McLellan made Medicine Hat, AB her home for over 70 years. She is mourned by her loving family, niece, Shelly (Jim) MacPhail of Medicine Hat and their family; Michael MacPhail (Shirley Walker) and his children, Jocelyn and Rylan; Jill (Justin) Boksteyn and their children Jaymes and Nixon, all of Medicine Hat; niece, Joanne Walton of Vancouver; nephew, Lyle (Lynette) Walton of Calgary; nephew, Eric (Gail) Helgeson of Medicine Hat and their family, Dee (Jay) Ritchie and their children, Avery and Lochlan; Jay (Stacy) Helgeson and their children, Tyson, Jaxson and Madison; nephew, Dean (Naomi) Powell of Calgary and their children, Jacob and Nancy; niece, Louise (Paul) Sutherland and family; nephews, Chad (Kaziko) Gertzen and Aaron (Thalia) Gertzen and their families and their father, Doug Gertzen; “adopted” son, Rod Thurlow ( Janice Tidy) and “adopted daughter” Sandy Thomson. She is also survived by her late husband Gordon Vaughan’s family, Grant and Marylynn Vaughan of Medicine Hat and their two sons, Tyrell Vaughan and his children and Jeremy (Kitty) Vaughan. Roberta was predeceased by her husband, Bill McLellan (2000); their infant son, Robert William (1965) her second husband, Gordon Vaughan (2014); her parents; her sister, Joyce (Jo) Walton Kiesel; and her brother, Art (Ena) Carlisle. With so many good friends and an extended family whom she adored and who returned her affection tenfold, Roberta considered herself blessed. She especially wanted to thank Shelly and Jim MacPhail, and Eric and Gail Helgeson, for their unwavering love and support over the years. She will be deeply missed and always remembered for her unfailing kindness and generosity, delicious cooking and baking, stellar story-telling, and her self-deprecating sense of humour—Roberta could find the funny side of almost any situation. Her support will also be missed by local baseball and hockey teams – an avid fan through good times and bad; Roberta held seasons tickets to the Blue Jays, Mavericks and Cubs, as well as the Tigers dating back to their launch in 1970. A private graveside service will be held at HILLSIDE CEMETERY. Memorial gifts in Roberta's memory may be made to the Medicine Hat District Health Foundation, 666 5 St SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 4H6 Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Roberta McLellan. 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.
SHIRLEY SCHMIDT 1929 ~ 2020 It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Shirley Mae Schmidt at the River Ridge Seniors Village in Medicine Hat on Saturday, July 11, 2020, at the age of 91 years. Left to cherish Shirley’s memory is her son, Bradley (Teresa); daughter, Pamela Dayle; grandchildren, Grant, William, Charlie and Matthew; step-grandchildren, Haley and Kylie as well as numerous siblings, nieces and nephews from Eastern Canada. She was predeceased by her husband, Verne in 2002 as well as her son, Grant in 1975. Shirley and Verne moved to Medicine Hat in 1973, where Verne taught electronics at Medicine Hat High School. She was a stay at home mom who dedicated herself to raising her children. A graveside service celebrating Shirley’s life will be held at Hillside Cemetery, 1280 – 10 Avenue S.W., Medicine Hat on Saturday, July 18, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. with Major Murray Jaster officiating. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 http://www.cooksouthland.com
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