March 12, 2021
By Obituaries on March 12, 2021.
1925 – VAL VOLK – 2021 Valentine “Val” Volk of Medicine Hat passed away surrounded by the love of his family on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at the age of 95 years, beloved husband of the late Phyllis Volk. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Monday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. (Masks are mandatory) Due to Covid-19 restrictions, a private funeral mass will be celebrated in St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Roque Pereira celebrant.Family and friends are invited to remotely attend the funeral mass by searching for the Pattison Funeral Home youtube page where the video will go live 10 minutes prior to service time.
Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. Those who wish to remember Val with a donation, may do so to the charity of your choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Val Volk, 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
1939 ~ JACOB KRAUSE ~ 2021 Jacob Krause of Medicine Hat, beloved partner of Jeanette Frey, passed away on Sunday, March 7th, 2021 at the age of 81 years. Jacob leaves to cherish his memory, Jeanette; children, Steve (Tammy) Krause and their daughter, Natasha of Medicine Hat and Laura (Michael) Flette of Red Deer; brother, Hugo Krause; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Special mention to his niece Sherri and her husband Burt Skuban and their boys Chris and Sheldon who helped Jake out so many times over the years on the ranch and held a special place in his heart. Jacob was predeceased by his parents Jacob and Bertha Krause and one brother Ossie. Jacob was born in Medicine Hat and grew up on the family farm south of Medicine Hat in the Robinson coulee area. He started ranching south of Suffield on the Hays road as a bachelor where he stayed until 1972 when he relocated the operation with his family to south of Dunmore. Jacob enjoyed hunting and fishing, and will miss being able to go fishing with his good friend Wilbur Bohnet, but his true passion was being on the ranch watching the cattle from his chair with his binoculars and tracking their calving progress. He lived his life the rancher way and passed his skills to his son, Steve, who will continue to ranch on the place. He will be sadly missed by all those who knew him. A private memorial service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5, on Saturday, March 13th, 2021 at 11:00 am with Gary W. Goran officiating. Interment will follow at SAAMIS PRAIRIE VIEW CEMETERY. Friends are invited to view the service via live streaming at http://www.saamis.com through the webcast link on Jacob’s memorial page starting at 10:55 am. Memorial gifts in Jacob's memory may be made to the Carmel Hospice at St. Joseph’s Home, 156 – 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Jacob Krause. 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.
1983 ~ AMY LYNN SCHMALTZ ~ 2021 Amy Lynn Schmaltz (Staniowski) age 38, beloved daughter of Stephanie Staniowski (Domingo) and Ed Staniowski passed away suddenly on March 6, 2021 at her home. Amy (who is known as a “Superhero” to all who knew her) was born February 14, 1983 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She is remembered as a devoted mother to her two boys, 11 year old, Connor and 10 year old, Jensen. Anyone who knew Amy knew of her love and unending energy and dedication to the boys character, education, sports, community activities and faith. She worked long and hard often sacrificing of herself and her needs in order to offer the boys, who she saw as her number one priority, the best life can provide. To speak with Amy was to hear unending love, enthusiasm and a determination to share Jensen and Connor’s many accomplishments. Her love and devotion to the boys shines as an enduring legacy. Amy’s accomplishments as a world class athlete and instructor in the sport of kettlebell were truly amazing. Her level of fitness in the sport unmatched. She trained, coached and represented the Temple Fitness in Medicine Hat, Alberta. She was a champion at the National level and also brought home numerous medals while representing Canada in International competitions. Teammates and competitors hold her in awe. Whatever the occasion Amy would light up a room, her humour and wit were contagious. There was nothing she would not do for family or friend. Amy is survived by immediate family including sons, Connor and Jensen; their father Dean (Sara); her mother, Stephanie (Greg); father, Ed (Gillian); sister Lisa; brother, Joey (Janna); grandmothers, Heidi and Gail; grandfathers, Joe and Marv; stepbrother, Matt (Bev, Colin and TJ; and her numerous aunts, uncles cousins and nephews. Amy is predeceased by grandmother, Marge and grandfather, Zig. A celebration of Amy’s life will take place at 2 pm MST, Friday March 12, 2021. The service will be available for viewing online from Bridge Church Medicine Hat, Alberta at https://fb.me/e/3pSdiCSQf. In lieu of flowers or cards, donations can be made to Connor and Jensen's future through the link https://gofund.me/4d815853. An amazingly determined, accomplished and full life has ended far to soon. However, Amy’s life reflects a deep and enduring faith in Christ and her story and legacy are not over, it is just begun; Colossians 3:1-4. 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.
LESLIE JAMES "LES" HERMAN 1940 ~ 2021
Mr. Leslie James “Les” Herman, beloved husband of Carol, passed away on Tuesday, March 9th, 2021 at the age of 80 years. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife, Carol; sons, Tim (Darlene) Herman, Greg (Donna) Herman, and Colin Herman (Mark Tagulao); grandchildren, Jenna (Jessie) Sanderson and Brendon Herman; brother-in-law, Ed Jans; sister-in-law, Bev Jans; numerous nieces and nephews through marriage; as well as his favourite old cat, Tiffany. Les was predeceased by his parents, Edward and Edna Herman. Les was born July 10, 1940 in Medicine Hat. Ranching was his entire life and it was his ambition to raise his family with respect and integrity. He served his community by working with various organizations…too numerous to mention. His family will honour his legacy, by continuing to “keep working together and keeping his family love as we move on”. Les lived at home on the ranch and received his final wish that was to pass there. He will be with us all, forever, in spirit. The family wishes to thank Dr. Jonker and Caring Hearts Medicine Hat for their excellent care and compassion. Our appreciation is extended to Cam Davis, Nathalie Lawrence, and the staff at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel for their care and thoughtfulness. At Les’ request no formal service will be held. Memorial gifts in Les' memory may be made to AJ’s Loan Cupboard, P.O. Box 45006, MacKenzie Drug Post Office, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 0B1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Les Herman. 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.
RALPH SCHNIEDER March 24, 1952 ~ March 4, 2021
Ralph Schnieder, loving husband, father, son, grandfather, friend and businessman passed away peacefully at the age of 68 years. Ralph was born and raised in Brooks, Alberta. His life long passion for sports began at a young age. Known to many as Bulldog and Hoover, Ralph thrived at the hockey rink and on the fastball field. He completed his business education at SAIT. Ralph and Patty were married in 1974 and welcomed their children, Jason and Stephanie. Even though he enjoyed owning Plaza Sports, his true passion was in agriculture, developing a respected expertise in leafcutter bees. Ralph was fiercely proud and protective of his family. He was fun loving and always generous. He met every opportunity with a strong work ethic. He had a respectful way of teaching others. Travelling was a joy for both Ralph and Patty. His greatest blessings were watching his grandsons play sports, learn to ride a bike, catch their first fish, float the river, ski Big Mountain, play 18 holes and travel together to sunny destinations. He was predeceased by his mother Margaret (Jack) Dench, brother Don Schnieder, step mother Francie Schnieder, father-in-law John (Esther) Wittig, mother-in-law Mary (Paul) Fruit. Ralph is loving cherished and remembered by his wife Patty, son Jason (Sam/Cheryl Griffin), daughter Stephanie (Mike) Hauck, grandsons Brandon and Zachery Hauck, father Walter Schnieder, sister Bev Tedford, step brother Cory (Jane) Schnieder, brothers-in-law Rod (Jan) Wittig and Eric (Kathleen) Wittig, sister-in-law Sharon (Paul) Dyck, numerous nieces and nephews and special friends Bob and Arlene Utsurogi. Our heartfelt thankfulness to our Link Church family for your faithful prayers and your compassionate acts of love and kindness. Honour Ralph’s memory by sharing your stories with one another. A private family service will be held for the immediate family. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Ralph Schnieder, 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
RUBY JUNE WUTZKE 1933 – 2021
Ruby (Bentz) Wutzke, beloved wife of the late David Wutzke, passed away peacefully at home on March 3, 2021 at the age of 87. Ruby leaves to cherish her memory her one son, Darcy (Fern) Wutzke of Calgary; three daughters, Eileen (Glen) Sletvold and Dianna (Bill) Hoffman, both of Medicine Hat, and Delphine (Douglas) Ramsden of Vancouver; two grandchildren, Kevin (Raelynn Bell) Brannan, and Jeffery Brannan; four great-grandchildren, Cole, Chazz, Kevin Jr. and Michael; her much-loved dogs, Sparky and Roadi; and relatives and friends. Ruby was predeceased by her parents, George and Theresa Bentz. Ruby was born on June 12, 1933 in Eastend, SK. She married David, the love of her life, on November 10, 1953 and in the later years worked side by side until they retired. She worked at various jobs throughout her life including the Medicine Hat Stampede and Curling Rink. Ruby will always be known as a very hard worker and for her life passion for gardening. People often referred to her as the “tomato lady” that grew the best tomatoes in the city. She loved to take the dogs for long walks through Strathcona Island Park but really slowed down in the last few years. All her family will be forever grateful for the time and memories they have shared with Ruby. She will be sadly missed and forever in the hearts and thoughts of family and friends. Ruby’s family would like to sincerely thank WeCare and Home Care staff for the compassionate and excellent homecare visits she so thoroughly enjoyed. A private family service will be held on Friday, March 13, 2021. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ruby Wutzke. 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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