March 23, 2022

By Obituaries on March 23, 2022.

1932 ~ VIOLA LYDIA PINDER ~ 2022

Viola Lydia Pinder, wife of the late Ralph Pinder, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Monday, March 21, 2022 at the age of 89 years. She was the loving mother to Richard Pinder (Michelle) and Shelley Michalkow (David). Further announcements will follow upon completion of arrangements. 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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1960 ~ WILLIAM KNAPMAN ~ 2022

William ‘Bill” Robert Knapman of Medicine Hat passed away on Friday, March 18th, 2022 at the age of 61 years. Bill leaves to cherish his memory his brothers, Terry Knapman (Marilyn) and Jamie (Colleen) Knapman and their children. He was predeceased by his parents, William and Nellie Knapman and step-father, Ken Robertson. Bill was born in Lethbridge, AB on September 9th, 1960. At seven years of age, he moved with his family to Regina, SK where he grew up and received his education. As a young man, Bill was very active. He was an enthusiastic participant in the Special Olympics and enjoyed downhill skiing, weightlifting, swimming, and bowling. He accumulated many medals as he travelled to many events. In 1994, Bill moved to Medicine Hat, AB where he began a long-term association with Redi Enterprises. He was always active in the workshop and enjoyed his time there, taking pride in his many accomplishments. He was also an active member of his church and he loved his community and being out and about and busy in the community. Bill liked to dine out and enjoyed going out for coffee with friends and family for some spirited conversation. He could often be found at the Medicine Hat Legion playing a lively game of darts or singing karaoke with Doreen. No matter where you went, someone around you knew Bill. He was friendly, fun, and sociable. He loved animals and was especially fond of dogs. When Bill was at home he enjoyed listening to country music or watching one of his many DVD movies. Above all else, Bill loved his family first. He looked forward to the weekly calls he received from his Mom, travelling to Regina to visit with her and his brother and his friends, as well as phone calls from his special love, Lori. He loved to spend time with his nieces and nephews and to join in summer barbecues at Marilyn’s and Sam’s with his brother, Terry. A very special thank you to Doreen Florkowski, who Bill lovingly referred to as “Mom”. Bill had lived with Doreen since 2017 and was always telling people about all the adventures that they shared and the visits that they had with her family and friends. We thank you for being his second Mom and for all that you did. Words cannot express how grateful we are; Bill and our family felt so truly blessed to have you in our lives. We are also very thankful for all those who responded so quickly to Bill’s distress and the EMT’s for the life saving measures undertaken. A Celebration of Bill’s life will be held at SAAMIS CREEKSIDE CENTRE, 11 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5, on Saturday, March 26th, 2022 beginning at 2:00 pm with Pastor Ken Roset officiating with a Come & Go reception to follow. Family and friends that are unable to attend in person, are invited to join the memorial service virtually by logging on to http://www.saamis.com and joining the live webcast on Bill’s memorial page on the above date at 1:55 pm. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page for those participating remotely. Memorial gifts in Bill's memory may be made to Special Olympics Canada at https://soc.crowdchange.ca/1789. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading William Knapman. 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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1973 ~ KIM McLEOD ~ 2022

On March 14, 2022, Kim Louise McLeod left her earthly home to rest in the arms of her Lord. She was born in Medicine Hat to John Stanley and Patricia Denis on February 19, 1973. Kim leaves behind to cherish her memory the father of her children, Greg McLeod; her three children, Kate (Kyle) Noecker, Joel McLeod, and Heath McLeod; her parents, John and Patricia; beloved siblings, Kirk Stanley, Jacqueline Stanley, and Heather (Craig) Barton; as well as four nieces and six nephews. Kim was known for her kindness to everyone she encountered, her willingness to help anyone who needed her, and her bubbly personality. She had a love for Jesus and for her children. She found great joy from watching them play sports and seeing them all having fun together. She loved hiking and biking outside, long walks, sunflowers, and helping families through her job with Children’s Services. Kim was an authentic, genuine person who brightened the day of anyone she spent time with. Her wonderful sense of humour, fun-loving personality, and beautiful smile will be missed dearly by her family and those she met. Words truly cannot express what Kim meant to so many, and how much she will be missed. Please join us to celebrate mom’s life at Hillcrest Church, 3785 13th Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, on Friday, March 25, 2022 at 1:00 pm. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Kim McLeod. Kim’s detailed obituary is available online at http://www.saamis.com. 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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BETTY ELIZABETH SCHERER

1927 ~ 2022
Betty Scherer passed away peacefully in Lethbridge, on March 14th, 2022, at the age of 94 years. A private family graveside service was held yesterday at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Donations in Betty’s memory may be made to the S.P.C.A. of your choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Betty Scherer. 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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GILLES ARBEZ

1936 ~ 2022

Mr. Gilles Joseph Allain Arbez, beloved husband of Marcelline, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, at the age of 86 years. Gilles will be remembered by his family with a private celebration of his life which will be held at a later date. (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
"Locally owned & directed"

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LARRY WEATHERHEAD

1938 – 2022
Lawrence Howard Weatherhead, beloved husband of the late Mavis Weatherhead, passed away on Sunday, March 20, 2022 at the age of 83 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with Larry’s family at the Burdett Community Hall, 311 Main Street, Burdett on Saturday, March 26, 2022 between 2:00 P.M. and 4:00 P.M. A private burial will take place at the Burdett Cemetery. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com.

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TINA (WIEPKJE) VOS

1940 – 2022
“Our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be
revealed” Romans 8:18
Mrs. Tina Vos of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Mr. Roy Vos, passed away quietly and went home to her Lord at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Thursday, March 17, 2022, at the age of 81 years.
Tina was born on September 7, 1940 to Sijbren and Antje Procee in Holwerd, Netherlands. She immigrated to Canada with her family on The Beaverbrae ship, third class passage and arrived in Quebec on May 1, 1950.
On the church steps of Lethbridge CRC, in 1958 her and Roy made eye contact and they never looked back. They were married in 1959 and moved out to Burdett to the family dry land grain farm, where their 3 children were born, Sherry (Arnie) Tenbrinke, Rudy Vos, Tim (Tannis) Vos.
Some of mom’s best memories were cooking for banquets in the Burdett Community Hall. She was in her element, and the bigger the crowd the better!! After several moves in Alberta, even out to Chilliwack BC, they ended up back in Lethbridge March 19, 2020 just as everything shut down or locked down.
Tina will sadly be missed, but not forgotten, by her husband of 62 years Roy, her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren. By her remaining siblings, and nieces and nephews both in Canada and the Netherlands, and her dear friends. Coming from a large Dutch family of 10 children, the list is long, but these were her siblings: Geert * (Klasske) * Procee, then came Mom Tina* (Roy) Vos, Foekje* (Pieter)* Bouma, Marie* Procee, John* (Tina) Procee, Paul* (Lucy) Procee, Johannes (Cynthia) Procee, Hans Procee, Gerrit (Nelly) *Procee, and Marinus (Helga) Procee. * Indicates passed away.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM, on Saturday, March 26, 2022, at Maranatha Christian Reformed Church, 260 McGill Blvd W, Lethbridge. The service will also be lived streamed on the Maranatha You Tube channel. Chaplin George Koopmans officiating. The inurnment of ashes will take place privately at Burdett Highfield Cemetery on a warm summer day at a later date.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com
to send a condolence.

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