September 3, 2024
By Obituaries on September 3, 2024.
GERRY EHLERT
GERRY EHLERT 1953 – 2024
After driving through the Southern Alberta landscape with his wife and life partner, Terri, Gerry passed away suddenly on August 27. Gerry will be greatly missed by Terri; daughter, Shauna; grand-daughter Kate; siblings, Joe, Dieter, Sue (Dan), and Richard (Monica); nieces and nephews, Megan, Ryan, Abby, Lily, Erin, Ria, Taylor, and Blake; and many other relatives and friends. After a lengthy career as a public servant with the Province of Alberta, Gerry and Terri chose to retire in Medicine Hat.
Gerry had a kind word and a smile for everyone he met. He was always willing to lend a helping hand. He had a passion for Alberta’s native grasslands and environmental protection that led him to volunteer with the Grasslands Naturalists. With them, Gerry worked to control and educate about invasive species and develop the Scenic Views project. Gerry was a big guy with an even bigger heart. He loved music, film, reading, travel, and being in nature. He played many sports, and hockey was life. He was a teacher, poet, advocate, and learner. He was a loyal friend and had a mischievous side.
A Celebration of Life will be held on September 6, 2024, at Fifth Avenue Memorial United Church at 1:00pm with Pastor Dave Pollard officiating. Lunch to follow service.
Those who wish can donate in Gerry’s name to the Grasslands Naturalists (https://grasslands-naturalists.org) or Mustard Seed Medicine Hat (theseed.ca).
Condolences may be made at http://www.gracememorial.com. Arrangements are made by Grace Memorial Affordable Burial & Cremation 1924 10th Ave N.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1C 1T5 http://www.gracememorial.com 403-905-0440
KEITHA (KAY) MARGARET SHILLINGTON
KEITHA (KAY) MARGARET SHILLINGTON (NEE TINDALL) September 25, 1930 ~ August 28, 2024
Kay Shillington, after a life well-lived, passed away peacefully at Masterpiece Southland Meadows retirement residence. She leaves behind her beloved husband of 48 years, Floyd, as well as her children, John, Patricia, Mick, and Denise (Tracy). Her legacy also includes her cherished grandchildren, Kerry (Darryl), Erin (Kyle), Curtis (Amy), Michael (Kelly), Kathleen (Marko), Kelly (Linda), Adam (Madalyn) along with thirteen great-grandchildren, and one great-great-granddaughter. Kay was predeceased by her brother, Arnold; sister, Beryl and dear daughter-in-law, Lynne.
Born in North Bay, Ontario, Kay was filled with wanderlust at the age of 21, prompting her to hop on a train to Vancouver, BC, where she met her first husband. In 1967, she courageously moved back to North Bay with her four children, before relocating to Calgary in 1973. It was there that she met Floyd, brought together by their shared love of dancing, a passion that made them a joy to watch on the dance floor.
In 1978, Kay and Floyd moved to Medicine Hat where they became longtime members of Fifth Avenue Memorial United Church. Kay was a founding member of the Medicine Hat Business and Professional Women’s Club (BPW) and played a pivotal role in opening the first women’s shelter in Medicine Hat. Kay was an active member of the Rhyme and Reason writers club, and at the age of 79, she proudly earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Medicine Hat College.
Kay’s memory will be forever cherished by her family and friends. She will be deeply missed.
A celebration of Kay’s life will be held at Fifth Avenue Memorial United Church, 476 – 4 Street S.E., Medicine Hat on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend David Pollard officiating. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting 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”
CAMERON SCHORR
CAMERON SCHORR 1970 – 2024
Cameron Wade Schorr of Medicine Hat, passed away at the age of 54 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. 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
TILLIE SCHAFER
TILLIE SCHAFER 1932 – 2024
Eva Ottilia “Tillie” Schafer of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, August 30, 2024, at the age of 91 years, beloved wife of the late Joseph Schafer. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so one hour prior to the prayer service. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Thursday, September 5th at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in HOLY FAMILY PARISH (1451 Strachan Road S.E.) on Friday, September 6, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. with Fr. Iqbal Khurshid celebrant. A private family interment will follow in Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those who wish to remember Tillie with a donation, may do so to the Alzheimer Society Alberta and Northwest Territories, #101, 1201 Kingsway Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 2Y2. 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
PERRY REICH PERRY REICH 1948 – 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Perry Reich on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at the age of 75 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. In lieu of flowers, those who wish to remember Perry with a donation may do so to the Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation in his name, or to the Canadian Cancer Society in the name of Loretta Reich or David Middleton. 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
KEN INGENTHRON
KEN INGENTHRON 1942 – 2024
Kenneth “Ken” Charles Ingenthron passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at the age of 82 years, beloved husband of Marlene Ingenthron of Medicine Hat. The celebration of Ken’s life will be held in the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Friday, September 6, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. with Life Celebrant David Townsend officiating. The service will be live streamed. Those who wish to attend virtually, please visit Ken’s obituary page 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 19
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