December 18, 2024

By Obituaries on December 18, 2024.

MAXINE AUSMUS

MAXINE AUSMUS 1940 ~ 2024 It is with heavy hearts that the family of Maxine Gladys Ausmus, beloved wife of the late Arthur ‘Art’ Ausmus, announce her passing. She passed away while in the loving presence of her family at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Monday, December 16, 2024, at the age of 84 years. A Memorial Celebration of Maxine’s life will be held at Victory Lutheran Church, 2793 Southview Drive S.E., Medicine Hat on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Roland Weisbrot officiating. Private Interment will take place prior to the church service. Maxine’s celebration will be live streamed and it may be viewed on-line by visiting victorylutheran.ca/livestream (Condolences may be shared 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”

DANIEL MUZYKA

DANIEL MUZYKA 1958 ~ 2024 Daniel Gregory Muzyka passed away at Masterpiece Southlands Meadows in Medicine Hat on Monday, November 18, 2024, at the age of 66 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced upon completion. (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”

JAMES `JIM’ VAN

JAMES ‘JIM’ VAN June 21, 1943 ~ December 11, 2024
With the heaviest of hearts, the family of JAMES ‘JIM’ VAN, beloved husband of Margaret, announce his passing at the Medicine Hat Care Community on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at the age of 81years.
Jim was a loving and gentle man who gave his heart and soul to everything he did. He was very active in Real Estate in BC, where he honed his renovation skills. Later in life Jim utilized those skills in his business called “Jim Dandy Renovations.” Jim loved animals and over the years he and Margaret rescued many dogs: Jamie, Charlie, Kazan and Tucker. Jim was born in Vancouver B.C. He married his first wife, Pamela Johnson on November 13, 1965, and they were blessed with two children, Robert Van in 1966 and Barbara Van in 1969, sharing many adventures and lots of laughter. Sadly, Pam passed away from cancer on April 19, 1995. Jim and Margaret met through his involvement in Real Estate and they married on May 10, 1996. Through this marriage, Jim gained two bonus daughters, Buffy and Brandi.
Jim was predeceased by his parents, Gordon and Leola (Jean) Van; his first wife, Pam and Pam’s parents, Bernard and Joyce Johnson. He is survived by his wife, Margaret Van; brothers, Allan (Judith) and Kenney (Allison); children, Robert “Bob” (Tracy) and Barbara as well as his bonus daughters, Buffy (Richard) and Brandi. Jim was also known as “Gumpy” to his grandchildren: James Van, John Nicholas Van, Pamela Margaret “Maggie” Van, Tyeson Verhoeven, Taylor Verhoeven, Jackson Keaney and Griffin Keaney. “Rest easy dad, we love you!” The family would like to thank the staff at Good Samaritans and Medicine Hat Care Community for the care they provided to Jim over the last few years.
A Celebration of Jim’s Life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street SW, Medicine Hat on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Murray Jaster officiating. Memorial donations in Jim’s name may be made directly online to Special Olympics Canada.
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”

DAVID (DAVE) GREENSTEIN

DAVID (DAVE) GREENSTEIN 1954-2024 David Greenstein of Medicine Hat, passed away on Wednesday, December 11th, 2024, at the age of 70 years. David leaves to cherish his memory his nephews, Corey (Jane) Place of Medicine Hat, James Place of Cypress County, and Kevin Gehring of Medicine Hat, as well as many lifelong friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Peter and Rose Greenstein; three brothers, Nick, Bill, and Jack; and his sister, Betty Gehring. David graduated from high school in 1973 and chose the electrical trade. He became a journeyman electrician in 1979 and a master electrician in 1983. He worked in different locations throughout Canada, most notably on the General Motors plant in Oshawa, ON, and in Ft. McMurray for several years in the electrician’s union. Dave was an active outdoorsman, avid hunter, and fisherman. He was known for his beer and winemaking adventures and smoking various meats to highlight his hobbies. He was always active with furry companions, most recently his love for the chocolate lab breed and his faithful companion, Nicole, his chocolate lab, who meant the world to him. Dave was easy to get along with and always inviting to anyone. He had a small, close group of friends and family whom he cherished. He spent many hours learning everything he could about historical events and enjoyed sharing his vast knowledge of history. He was a collector of many things, from old clocks and pocket watches to his love of old stereo equipment, and he always found room for more treasures. He will be deeply missed by those who have had the good fortune to cross his path over his 70 years in and around Redcliff and across Canada. A Celebration of Dave’s life will take place in Spring 2025. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading David Greenstein. 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.

STAN SACKMAN

STAN SACKMAN 1958 – 2024 It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the sudden but peaceful passing of Stanley George Sackman on December 15, 2024, at Las Vegas, Nevada, at the age of 66 years.
A service to honour and celebrate Stan’s life will take place at a date and location to be announced in the coming days. May he rest peacefully, surrounded by love and the memories of a life well lived. 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

ANNA LACHER

ANNA LACHER 1936 – 2024 Anna Lacher passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024, at the age of 88 years, beloved wife of John Lacher of Medicine Hat. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Sunday from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. or at the church on Monday one hour prior to the funeral mass. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Sunday evening at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in HOLY FAMILY PARISH (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Monday at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Iqbal Khurshid celebrant. Interment will take place at 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

NORMAN CARLSON

NORMAN CARLSON 1934 – 2024 Norman Carlson of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Lois Carlson, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024, at the age of 90 years. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Saturday, December 21, 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 Norman’s obituary page for the link. Interment will follow in Prairie View Cemetery. To read the full obituary or to leave a message of condolence please visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com

PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

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