October 25, 2024

By Obituaries on October 25, 2024.

DIANNE LUNDQUIST

DIANNE LUNDQUIST June 10, 1951 ~ October 19, 2024
Dianne Lynn Lundquist passed away peacefully while surrounded by her family on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at the age of 73 years. Along with Curt, her loving husband of 51 years, Dianne’s memory will be cherished by her son, Mark (Carrie); granddaughters, Michaela, Rayleen and Jorja; brother, Don (Carol) Pennycook and her sister, Lorraine (Len) Olson. She is also survived by Curt’s family, sister, Elsie Lundquist; brothers, Leonard Lundquist and Dale (Joan) Lundquist; cousin, Thomas Walker of Berlin as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Bill and Edna Pennycook; in-laws, Werner and Isabelle Lundquist; brothers-in-law, Ed and Joe Lundquist; sister-in-law, Joyce Lundquist; uncle and aunt, Stan and Anne Walker as well as her cousin, Jim Bob Walker.
Dianne was born in Medicine Hat on June 10, 1951, and was raised in Ralston until 1964, when her parents moved the family to Medicine Hat. Dianne attended CHHS from grades 7 to 12, and after graduation, Dianne attended Lethbridge College where she took the Registered Nursing program. She worked at the Brooks Hospital when she was set up on a blind date with Curt. After a brief courtship, Curt and Dianne were married on September 22, 1973, and in 1974, they moved to Medicine Hat. Dianne worked at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital for 25 years. She worked in labour and delivery, maternity and was instrumental in setting up the endoscopy unit where she worked until she retired. Dianne and Curt owned and operated Hops & Scotch Liquor Store for 20 years before selling it and really retiring! She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all those who knew and loved her. The family would like to thank the nurses, staff and doctors on 4West of the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital for their amazing care and compassion they provided to Dianne during her stay.
A Celebration of Dianne’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Murray Jaster officiating. Dianne’s service will be live-streamed. Those wishing to watch the service virtually may do so by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com and selecting the View Broadcast button on the homepage at service time. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Dianne’s name may be made directly to the Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation, 666 – 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6. 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”

CORA KNOBLICH (FREIMARK)

1934 ~ CORA KNOBLICH (FREIMARK) ~ 2024 Cora Knoblich went home to be with her Lord and Saviour on October 20, 2024, at the age of 89 years. She leaves to cherish her memory her sons, Darcey (Karen), Doug (Arlette); daughters, Kathy (Fred) Crittenden, Keri (Jason) Ehry; 17 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren. Also survived by three sisters, Clara Heebner, Ella Gueldner, and Betty Kramer; two brothers, Ben and Leonard Freimark. She was predeceased by her husband, Harvey Knoblich and an infant daughter, Linda; parents, Emil and Martha (Sulz) Freimark; sisters, Annie Ebel, Emma Perrin, Leah Cash, Viola Kirschenman, Julia Serfas and numerous brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Mom was born in the Newburg district and grew up on the family farm southeast of Irvine and also in Medicine Hat. She was the seventh of eleven children. She spoke often of the hard work on the farm and the fun she had with her siblings. She loved reminiscing. Mom met Dad on a blind date, fell in love and married in July of 1954. In 1955 they moved to Camrose so Dad could train for the ministry. This resulted in sixty-one years of being a faithful pastor’s wife, helping with kid’s club, youth groups, couples club and cooking for bible camps as well as Kiddie Kampus day care. They served in Hallonquist SK, Plum Coulee MB, Erwood SK, Barrhead, Medicine Hat and Schuler AB. Upon returning to Medicine Hat, they farmed in the Schuler area where mom loved to cook harvest meals and drive the little ford tractor, as well as help dad with any task. Now she is in heaven with dad and the harvest is complete. Mom said, “What is most important is family, and a relationship with the Lord”. Mom loved spending time with the kids and especially the grand and great grand children. So many great memories! Her life was a testament to her strong faith and commitment to God. Mom was a prayer warrior for her family, church and community, encouraging all to love and serve the Lord. “God is so good” is what she often said. A celebration of Cora’s life will be at Southview Community Church, 2366 Southview Drive SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 1R2, on Saturday, October 26th, 2024, at 1:30 pm with Pastor Andreas Striefler 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 Cora’s memorial page at the above date and time. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page for those participating remotely. Memorial gifts in Cora’s memory may be made to the Deer Valley Meadows, Box 690, Alex, AB T0C 0B0 or Shareword Global (formally Gideons), PO Box 3619, Guelph, ON N1H 7A2. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Cora Knoblich. 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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