July 13, 2024
By Obituaries on July 13, 2024.
BRIAN THOMAS GOLDIE
In Loving Memory BRIAN THOMAS GOLDIE It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brian Thomas Goldie of Kamloops on May 20th, 2024, at 69 years of age.
He is survived by his loving wife Iona just short of 48 years, children Nicole (Chris) of Kelowna, BC, Jennifer (Andrew) of Kamloops, grandchildren Grey and Olivia, brothers and sister; Ron of Lethbridge, AB, Maureen (George) of Yuma Arizona, Randy (Deb) of Calgary, AB and Brett of Medicine Hat, AB as well as numerous Aunts, Uncles, Nieces and Nephews.
Brian is predeceased by his dad Tom Goldie in May of 1985 and his mom Barbara Lowther in December of 2014. Brian worked in the construction industry for most of his working years. He did find a passion later in his career for concrete. He loved playing in the dirt, mixing up the perfect recipe for his clients. His clients were always impressed with the knowledge he had toward concrete and his ability to create different designs for many projects.
He was diagnosed in March of 2023 with cancer. He stayed positive throughout the treatment hoping for a full recovery. He endured many surgeries never complaining and tried to keep a smile on his face and a positive attitude. The terminal diagnosis came in early March of 2024. His battle with cancer was short and hard fought. He passed away at home with his loving family at his side. He will be dearly missed by his wife, family and his many friends and co-workers.
A Celebration of Life will be held for Brian on August 15, 2024 (His 70th birthday) from 2-4 pm at the West Highlands Community Center 1185 Links Way, Kamloops, BC.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations are graciously accepted in Brians name to the Cancer Society.
SHIRLEY MOSS
August 15, 1935 ~ May 12, 2024
Mrs. Shirley Dawn Moss, beloved wife of the late Mr. Ralph Moss, passed away peacefully in Medicine Hat on Sunday, May 12, 2024, at the age of 88 years. Shirley was born in Upsalquitch, NB and attended the United Baptist Bible Training School in Moncton followed by the Jeffrey Hales Hospital School of Nursing in Quebec City. It was there that she met Ralph, the love of her life and in 1958, they were married in Hartland, NB. Shirley loved being a nurse and was a mentor and encourager to many who expressed interest in a nursing career. She worked at South Country Village for almost 30 years, first as a staff nurse and then as the Director of Nursing. Following retirement, Shirley continued her service there as a board member. She was a faithful follower of Jesus and a member of Temple Baptist Church. Shirley loved traveling, gardening, meeting new people and spending time with her family. She was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Shirley’s memory will be forever cherished in the hearts of her family: son, Robert (Karin) Moss; daughter, Margaret (Scott) Hennes; grandchildren, Megan Hennes, Lauren (Peter) Gil, Ethan (Emily) Hennes; great-grandsons, Moss and Owen; sisters, Ardith (Wayne) McLaughlin and Phyllis (Charles) Connell; sister-in-law, Ilse Fenwick as well as numerous nieces and nephews that she enjoyed keeping in touch with. She was predeceased by her sister, Ruth Stucki; brother, Murray Fenwick and brother-in-law, Arthur Stucki. A Memorial Service honouring Shirley’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, July 19, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Ed Lehman officiating. A time of fellowship will follow immediately thereafter in the Cook Southland Reception Facility. Shirley’s Memorial Celebration will be live streamed. Anyone who cannot attend but wishes to experience Shirley’s service may do so by visiting the Cook Southland website and selecting the View Broadcast button on the homepage at service time. Shirley was a generous soul and supported many charities; too many to list here. If you would like to make a donation in her memory, please give to the charity of your choice. (Condolences may be shared by visiting the funeral home’s 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”
EVELYN STAH
~ EVELYN STAHL ~ Family and friends gathered together in Cook’s Chapel on Monday to honour the life of this remarkable lady. Her memory will never be forgotten by all those whose lives she touched.
We will hold you close within our hearts, And there you will remain, To walk with us throughout our lives, Until we meet again.
Her Life Lived…
Her Life Cherished…
Her Life Honoured.
Courtesy of
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”
PETER MACEACHERN
PETER MACEACHERN 1958 ~ 2024 Peter James MacEachern of Redcliff, passed away on Monday, July 8th, 2024 at the age of 66 years. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Peter MacEachern. 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.
ROSE FEENSTRA
1946 ~ ROSE FEENSTRA ~ 2024 Neeltje “Rose” Feenstra of Medicine Hat, went to be with her Lord and reunite with her husband, Rein on Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024 at the age of 77 years. Rose leaves to cherish her memory daughters, Ann Feenstra (Jordan McLellan) and Patricia (Scott Green) Feenstra, as well as their families. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB, on Monday, July 15, 2024 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, July 16th, 2024 at 12:30 pm with Pastor Cindy DaRosa officiating. 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 Rose’s memorial page at the above date and time. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page for those participating remotely. In lieu of flowers donations in Rose’s memory may be made to Sandra Schmirler Foundation, 1751 Autumn Ridge Dr, Orléans, ON K1C 6Z2. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Rose Feenstra. 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.
ROBERT “BOB” WESTGARTH
1950 ROBERT “BOB” WESTGARTH – 2024 Our free-spirited, Bob, has left this world to join all the other free spirits in heaven, including his father and son. Robert Frank Westgarth died suddenly on July 5, 2024.
He will be so missed by his sisters, Lynne (Al) and Lori (Chris); his loving daughters, Megan (Barry) and Robyn (Dwayne); his two beloved grandchildren, Preston and Kaia; his wife, Colleen; and his devoted partner, Brenda. In death, Bob has joined his fishing partner and son, Shane; his parents, Kaja and Frank; and his in-laws, Elaine and Jim Howie. Bob was born and raised in Medicine Hat. His love for the written word led him to Calgary to study journalism at SAIT, and ultimately working at the Albertan. Bob always had a great eye for colour so he embarked on another adventure, moving to Devon, AB where he began working on his first trade, painting and decorating. Bob, Colleen and Megan then moved to Medicine Hat where Bob took over his dad’s painting and decorating business. Bob and Colleen’s family also expanded with the addition of Shane and Robyn. At 55, when Bob’s knees protested too loudly, he went back to school to obtain his Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Technician Certificate through the Apprenticeship Program at CFB Suffield. He retired in 2020 and permanently moved to his happy place in Cypress Hills, Saskatchewan, where he met Brenda.
Bob loved to fish, camp, enjoy nature and the outdoors. He didn’t ask much of life, but he gave so much of his heart and paycheques to so many in need. He was active in Al-Anon and was always eager to help the vulnerable, especially in the Hat’s downtown. Bob grew up with Fifth Avenue Memorial United Church and cherished his other family there. The funeral service will be held for Bob at FIFTH AVENUE MEMORIAL UNITED CHURCH on July 20, 2024, at 11:00 am. He would have appreciated any donations you wish to make to go to Fifth Avenue Memorial United Church, 476-4 St. S.E. T1A 0K9, 1 403-526-2237 or Medicine Hat Health Connections c/o Medicine Hat Drug Coalition, 2948 Dunmore Rd SE, T1A 8E3, 1 403-502-8200. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Robert Westgarth. 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.
MARGARET BLANCHARD
~ MARGARET BLANCHARD ~
Margaret’s life was celebrated this past Thursday as family and friends gathered in St. Andrew’s United Church. A dance and vocal tribute by her great-granddaughters would have made Margaret proud. Reunited with her husband, Gordon… they will be dancing in Heaven!
When I go don’t learn to live without me just learn to look for me in the moments… I will be there.
Her Life Lived…
Her Life Cherished…
Her Life Honoured.
Courtesy of
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”
ROSEANN MARTIN
ROSEANN MARTIN 1937-2024
Surrounded by her family, Roseann Marie Martin of Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at the age 86 years, beloved wife of the late Thomas Martin. She leaves to cherish her memory her loving family: daughter Sara (Mike) Bernhart, grandchildren Dorien (Ashley, Theo) Bernhart, Mitchell Bernhart, Tom (Naomi) Martin, Christine Felt, Taylor Felt; daughter Tracy (Lyle) Martin, great-grandchildren Jayden Martin, Jaxon Martin; one sister Lorene Kilgore and numerous nieces and nephews. Roseann was born on August 15, 1937, to Frank and Josephine Sopczak on a farm close to Outlook, Saskatchewan. She attended the country school of Wheat Plains and in grade 11 attended a Convent in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan for one year; leaving a farm girl returning a young lady. Upon completing her Grade 12 at Outlook high school, she decided to move to Saskatoon to attend Business College. Following that she moved to Calgary and then to Toronto where she met Tom, whom she married on October 2, 1965. They then made their way back to the prairies and settled in Medicine Hat in 1980. Roseann worked various administration positions but Sears was the longest and where she retired from on September 30, 2002. Her love was her family which she never wavered to put first. She always made sure our friends were welcome and treated them as her own. Her greatest joy was taking care of her grandchildren. She always cooked great meals and was an accomplished baker. Always putting her family first. She will be deeply missed. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Tuesday, July 16 at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in ST. PATRICK’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH (238 2nd Ave N.E.) on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Roque Pereira celebrant. The prayer service and funeral mass will be live streamed. Those who wish to attend virtually, please visit Roseann’s obituary on our website for the link. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.
PATTISON FUNERAL HOME
AND CREMATORIUM
540 South Railway St. SE,
Medicine Hat T1A 4C2
ELAINE S. GRAY
ELAINE S. GRAY 1930-2024 Our family is deeply saddened to announce the death of Elaine Shrimati Mahase Gray on 4 July 2024, at Riverview Care Centre, Medicine Hat. Elaine was born on 8 September 1930 in Guaico, Trinidad, WI. She was the fifth of seven children of Anna Chandisingh and Kenneth Emmanuel Mahase.
Elaine came from a line of strong, talented, and creative women. Her maternal grandmother Rookabai escaped an arranged marriage in India, to a man she considered old and ugly, by stowing away on a ship to Trinidad. She was twelve years old. Rookabai was a talented artist, and at annual Dewali festivals, she created magnificent displays that were famous throughout the Island.
Elaine’s parents put a high premium on education. In 1919, Anna qualified as the first East Indian woman teacher in Trinidad. On her way each day to the Guaico Presbyterian School, she would stop by the homes of the little Hindu and Muslim girls to bring them with her. Because the Indian parents trusted an Indian woman teacher, these girls received an education. Elaine’s father Kenneth converted from Hinduism to Christianity so he could attend university. He became the first Indian school principal in Trinidad. Through hard work and sacrifice, Anna and Kenneth were able to send all their children to university in the West Indies and overseas.
Elaine graduated from Anima High School and Naparima Teacher’s Training College in Trinidad. She attended University College of the West Indies (Jamaica) before transferring for the final year of her Bachelor of Arts degree at Mount Allison University in Sackville, New Brunswick. She graduated there in 1957. Elaine received her M Ed from Gonzaga University in 1980.
Elaine was a talented beauty with a sparkling personality and a sweetly musical voice. At Mount A, she captivated a brilliant and charismatic science student named Allison Gray. She and Al were married in Trinidad in 1958.
One night before her marriage to Al, Elaine had a vivid dream of a baby daughter who she dressed in yellow. That daughter, Susan Elaine, was born in Fredericton in 1960. Their second child, Rodney Allison, was born there in 1962 and their third child, Daryl Kenneth, was born in Montreal in 1964.
The family arrived in Alberta in 1965, when Al, who had obtained his Ph D in organic chemistry, accepted a scientific research position with the Department of National Defence in Suffield. In 1975, they moved from Ralston to Medicine Hat.
Elaine taught at various schools in Ralston and Medicine Hat and she inspired generations of students who remember her lovingly. The musicals she produced and directed involved entire student bodies and the spectacular sets she designed for these endeavours were unforgettable. Elaine was also specially known for the gargantuan Pole Art Standards she created at Southview Community School in Medicine Hat.
Elaine herself was a gifted artist. Picasso said that Marc Chagall was the one artist who truly understood colour. Elaine, who loved Chagall’s work, also created paintings rich with vibrant tones that shimmered through light.
Elaine was passionately devoted to her children and grandchildren (Alexandra, David, Michael, Samuel, Christopher, Jonny, and Katherine). Her love had infinite capacity.
Heartfelt thanks to Riverview Care Centre. We were fortunate that Elaine and Al could be cared for by gentle and talented people who treated them both as members of their own families. Special thanks to Stephanie, Carrie, and Courtney for their deeply compassionate support during Elaine’s final days.
Elaine’s and Al’s ashes will be buried in the family plot at Pembroke Cemetery, Woodstock, New Brunswick.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Pattison Funeral Home and Crematorium.
To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.
PATTISON FUNERAL HOME
AND CREMATORIUM
540 South Railway St. SE,
Medicine Hat T1A 4C2
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