May 16, 2023
By Obituaries on May 16, 2023.
LYDIA MIGOWSKY
LYDIA MIGOWSKY 1925 – 2023 Lydia Migowsky of Maple Creek, beloved wife of the late Jacob Migowsky, passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023, at the age of 98 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.
PATTISON FUNERAL HOME
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540 South Railway St. SE,
Medicine Hat T1A 4C2
MARY ROCKABAR
1935 ~ MARY ROCKABAR ~ 2023
Mary Rockabar (neé Schweeder) was taken by her saviour and sits at his side with her husband, Rocky at the age of 87 years. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Wade (Jennifer) Rockabar and children, Chance (Tamara) Rockabar and their children, Katie and Jameson and Kimberley Rockabar and her children, Dayzen and Quinten and Jessie (Tyler) Henry and their daughter, Paisley; Kevin (Kelly) Rockabar and their children, Kyle Rockabar and Taylor (Carter) Mckerlie and their son, Bo; Billijo (Joseph) Davis and her children, Ben Davis (Claire) and Amy Davis and her daughter, Avery; Guy (Martha) Rockabar and children, Joanna Garcia Arreola and Shainanne (Cody) Froese, and their children, Hadley and Navy; brother, Lloyd Schweeder; sisters, Doris Vollman and Margaret Gust; sister-in-law, Iris Schweeder; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Rocky; brothers, Gordon Schweeder and Robert Schweeder; as well as brothers-in law, Peter Vollman and Henry Gust. Mary was born August 20, 1935 and was the oldest of six children born to Robert and Erna Schweeder (neé Heller) at Medicine Hat. She spent her youth on the family homestead at Bowmanton, Alberta. Due to her fathers failing health they sold the farm and moved to a property in the Purmal Subdivision where they kept a large garden to support the family. Mary left school and worked in town at the Porcelain, Hycroft China and later at the Glass Factory to support her family. She also worked waitress jobs at several restaurants in town including The Savoy, City Cafe, Centennial Cafe and she was the head cook at the Husky House for years. Mary married Rocky (Emanuel) Rockabar on December 10, 1955 at St. Paul Lutheran Church where she was also baptised and confirmed. Together they devoted their lives to the Rodeo and ranching life. Mary was a very earthy person and was conscious of the prairie and she loved the subtle beauty of it; buffalo beans, cactus flowers and wild roses were often seen in a jar on the kitchen table. She always kept a big garden and she was a great cook. Her home was always warm and inviting to anyone at any time. She was handy with a sewing machine and she sewed kids clothing and also made personalised quilts for every one of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mary remained very active with the church and participated in quilting circles for charity around the world. The Memorial Service will be held at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 515 Sprague Way SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 4A7, on Thursday, May 18th, 2023 at 1:30 pm with Pastor Ken Edel officiating. A private family interment will follow at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Mary’s memory may be made to the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League c/o St. Paul Lutheran Church. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Mary Rockabar. 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.
NICK PARDI
1933 ~ NICK PARDI ~ 2023
Nicola “Nick” Pardi passed away peacefully on May 11, 2023 at the age of 89 years. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Angelina. He is fondly remembered by his children, Annette (Paul), Sandi (Rob), and Frank (Lorinda) and will be dearly missed by his grandchildren; Meghan (Brycen), Kaelyn; his three bonus grandchildren, Tristian (Peyton), Trevor, and Tanner (Madison); his dearest friend, Tony; as well as nieces and nephews and other family in France and Italy. Nick was born in 1933, in Furci, Italy. One of seven children in his family, he started working at six years old tending sheep and never stopped working. He served in the army in Italy until he immigrated to Canada in 1957. Though he came to Canada with almost nothing, he worked and built a life for himself. He moved to Winnipeg, Manitoba and toiled in the mines in Northern Manitoba. Nick met Angelina and they got married in 1965. He moved back to Winnipeg as their family grew. He found work, and together they bought a home and raised their children. He worked various jobs, the last being a meat-packing plant. In 1976, he found Medicine Hat and moved his family there. He worked various jobs, the last of which was at Medicine Hat College, where he worked as a custodian for 15 years, the job he loved the most. Nick loved to travel. He took his family everywhere in the 1973 Dodge Monaco. Together they explored Eastern and Western Canada, South Dakota, California, Nevada and Arizona. He loved winemaking (and wine drinking!). He was a master at gardening, which fed his soul and everyone around him. He loved to share the fruits of his labour with friends, family, neighbors and strangers. He loved his flowers. Even when he moved into assisted living at River Ridge, he had the nicest, most colourful balcony in the building. He also loved hard work. He was always one of the hardest working people around. He will forever be remembered for his welcoming nature. Anyone who entered the home was warmly greeted and treated like family. He will be truly missed. A funeral service for Nick will be held at ST. PATRICK’S PARISH, 238 2 Ave NE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 6A1 on May 23, 2023 at 12:00 pm with Fr. Roque Pereira celebrant. If unable to attend, family and friends are welcome to participate via livestream by logging on to http://www.saamis.com and joining the live webcast on Nick’s memorial page at the above date and time. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page for those participating remotely. Lunch will follow in the Church hall. There will be a private interment for family. To honour Nick, attendees are encouraged to wear flowers, floral prints, and colours. He would love that. The family would also like to warmly thank the wonderful staff at River Ridge Senior Facility who worked tirelessly to ensure Nick’s well-being and comfort. Words cannot express how grateful we all are. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to AJ’s Loan Cupboard, P.O. Box 45006, MacKenzie Drug Post Office, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 0B1 or please do something nice for a health care professional. Condolences for the family may be sent at http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Nick Pardi. Funeral arrangements by
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.
DEANA AUGER
1963 ~ DEANA AUGER ~ 2023 Deana Auger of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, May 9th, 2023 at the age of 60 years. Deana leaves to cherish her memory her children, Destiny Watters and Dustin Elliott (Shyla); grandchildren, Blaiz, Faith, Abbie, and Desmond; great-grandchildren, Benjamin and Iris; brother, David Leversage (Anita); sisters, Lisa Elliott (Morgan Edlund), Stephanie McKenzie, and youngest sister, Sherri Lynn; nephew, Alan Levesque; as well as lifelong partner, Scott Watters, whom she remained friends with. She was predeceased by her spouse, Lance Auger. Deana was a dog and animal lover; she had many beloved pets predecease her. She had a huge giving heart. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Enderby Legion, 909 Belvedere St, Enderby, BC V0E 1V0 on Friday, May 19th, 2023 at 1:00 pm. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Deana Auger. Funeral arrangements 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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