January 30, 2025

By Obituaries on January 30, 2025.

KENDRA SHEARER

1964 ~ KENDRA SHEARER ~ 2025 Kendra Rose Shearer passed on January 21, 2025, at the age of 60 years. She is survived by her mother, Rose; her brother, Darren (Tina); and her children, Kyler, Nolan (Courtney), and Trista (Rob); as well as her nephew, Rease (Dakota) and niece, Keana. She was predeceased by her father, Alvin. Her legacy will live on through her granddaughters, Kloee and Quinn. Kendra was passionate about the arts; acting, singing and handmade crafts kept her busy. A gifted cook and baker, she was always making people food. Her love of animals and nature was inspiring. She found comfort and community in her faith. Rest easy knowing her pain has passed, and she is now with the Lord. The Memorial Service will be held at River Valley Community Church, 1101 Queen Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 1B3, on Thursday, January 30th, 2025, at 1:30 pm with Pastor Mark Borrows officiating. If unable to attend, family and friends are welcome to participate via livestream by logging on to YouTube and search for River Valley Community Church MH to find our video page or go to the following link https://youtube.com/@rivervalleycommunitychurch1074?si=BQ2_z2yiluif3sEu and join the live webcast at the above date and time. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Kendra Shearer. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to

ROBERT MITCHELL

ROBERT MITCHELL November 7, 1966 ~ January 24, 2025
It is with an extremely heavy heart that Danika announces the passing of her loving husband, Robert Stanley Mitchell. He passed away at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Friday, January 24, 2025, at the age of 58 years. Along with Danika, left to cherish Robert’s memory are his sons, Robert and Joseph; siblings, Christopher (Sharon) Mitchell and Tina Bristow; his four legged companion, Titan; uncles, Lionel Davidge and Michael Gibson; mother-in-law, Kathleen Sorenson; brother-in-law, Jason (Anita) Sorenson; sister-in-law, Brandine Sorenson as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; grandparents and his father-in-law, Arnold Sorenson.
Robert was born in London, England and was raised in Westward Ho! North Devon. He joined the British military in 1988 and served in Northern Ireland and the Gulf War. Robert wore his medals with pride! He met the love of his life, Danika, while on a training exercise in Canada and they were married in England in 1997. In 1998, they moved back to Canada to raise their two boys. Robert worked in the oilfield for 17 years before moving on to work for CPKC as a train conductor.
Robert was diagnosed with Glioblastoma brain cancer in July of 2024. He underwent treatments in Calgary and fought right until the end. Robert had alot of support from friends and family and enjoyed it when someone would stop by. He especially loved spending time with his family, traveling the world and adding to his collections. Robert was always up for a laugh and enjoyed every day to the fullest. He touched many lives and will be missed!
A Celebration of Robert’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Simon Tracey officiating. Those who wish to attend the service virtually via livestream may do so by visiting the Cook Southland website and selecting the View Broadcast button on the homepage at service time. (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”

PATRICIA HERRMANN

1936 – PATRICIA HERRMANN – 2025
Mrs. Patricia Anne “Pat” Herrmann (nee Thacker) passed away on Monday, January 27th, 2025, at the age of 88 years. Left to remember her are her sons, Mark (Roxane) and grandchildren, Nichole, Ethne, Vanessa and Lindsay and David (Julie) and their children, Amy (Andrew) and their children, Ezra (and one on the way) and Blair and fiancé, Kyla; sister, Barb King; brother, Jack (Shirley); as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Pat was predeceased by her husband, Clarence; parents, Gertrude and Bob Thacker; and brother-in-law, Alf King. Pat was born on July 10th, 1936, in Medicine Hat to Gertude and Bob Thacker and was raised in Redcliff and attended school in Redcliff and then Medicine Hat High School. Pat was active in the Redcliff community, involved in Girl Guides, was a Brownie leader, taught Sunday School, babysat regularly, and loved caring for her baby brother, Jack. She worked at Dominion Glass in Redcliff, followed by a banking position in Medicine Hat until her marriage. After meeting at a square dance in Redcliff, she married Clarence on October 6th, 1962, and became a farm wife in the Schuler area. Many a day was spent running warm meals to Clarence and the boys in the fields during the long summer days. She also quickly earned her apprenticeship in grain truck driving, cow chasing, and tending to chickens, hogs, and dogs. Gardening was also a passion, producing a large, beautiful, and bountiful vegetable garden every year. Pat was also known for her delicious farm meals, especially her homemade buns, bread, chocolate chip cookies, and pickles. Pat and Clarence raised their sons, Mark and David, in the farm life, nurturing them through the years and instilling in them strong Christian values. Pat and Clarence retired to Medicine Hat in 1987 but continued to be actively involved with the farm and family. After Clarence’s early passing in 1993, Pat continued as the matriarch of her family. Pat loved and was dearly loved by all her grandchildren, forming many special memories throughout her life with each grandchild. Pat also had a unique skill for writing beautiful poems for family occasions. These poems remain cherished keepsakes. Pat was also a passionate and gifted photographer; her grandchildren and prairie and grain field landscapes were her favorite subjects. Pat was faithful throughout her Christian walk, beginning with her family in Redcliff at St. Ambrose, continuing with Clarence and family at the Church of God in Schuler, and then at Temple Baptist Church in Medicine Hat.
“This is the day the Lord has made, we will rejoice and be glad in it.” – Psalm 118 vs 24
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB, on Friday, January 31st, 2025 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at Temple Baptist Church, 606 – 7th Street SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 4K8 on Saturday, February 1st, 2025 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Michael Diebert officiating. If unable to attend, family and friends are welcome to participate via live stream by logging on to https://www.templebaptist.ca/church-online/ at the above date and time. In lieu of flowers, Pat has requested donations be made in her memory to the Pinecrest Bible Camp, PO Box 23062, Medicine Hat Mall, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 4C7.

Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Patricia Herrmann. 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.

FRANCES HANCOCK

FRANCES HANCOCK
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Frances Hancock at the Carmel Hospice on January 27, 2025, at the age of 100, after a brief illness. She is survived by: her 3 sons, George (Mera & family), Doug (Elaine & family) and Harry (Laura & family): her 4 grandsons, Stephen, Todd, Michael and Darren (and their mother Carolyn), and by 2 great grandsons Levi and James. She is also survived by her sister Elizabeth (Cissy).
She is predeceased by her husband Nat, brother Harry and sisters Lucy and Marion. Born on Dec 2, 1924, in Maple Creek, she is the oldest of 5 children. The family lost their mother when Frances was 6 years old, and she was raised by her maternal grandparents and aunt. She married Nat on Dec 2,1949 and they set off on their life journey. That journey took her through being a bookkeeper, life on the farm, owning a confectionery in Maple Creek, owning a grocery store in Prelate, owning a grocery store in Duchess, working for Orville at the Crossroads and finally to retirement in Maple Creek. Later in retirement, she moved to Medicine Hat to be closer to family, and since 2017 she resided in Meadowlands retirement home.
She worked hard her entire life, and never shied away from a job that needed to be done. She was also a very kind and caring woman, and has had a great circle of many good friends, each one of them very cherished. She very much enjoyed her teas and card parties with all her friends throughout the years.
She loved animals, and was never without a cat or a dog, or 3 cats and 4 dogs. We often marveled at how any stray dog or cat in the vicinity always migrated to mom’s house and ended up having a lifelong home. She also loved nature and gardening, and grew some of the best tomatoes ever tasted.
She was a committed member of the Rebecca’s Lodge, for many years, as well as the ACW and many other organizations she belonged to. She recently celebrated her 100th birthday with family and friends, and thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it. She passed peacefully with family by her side, and will be fondly remembered.
A memorial service will be held Saturday February 1st, 2025 at 2:00PM at the St. Mary The Virgin Anglican Church 302 Jasper St, Maple Creek, SK.
Condolences may be offered to the family at http://www.binkleysfuneralservice.com

FRANK GUCKERT

FRANK GUCKERT 1933 ~ 2025 Frank Kasper Guckert of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Eleanor Guckert, passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at the age of 91 years. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Friday, February 7 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with the prayer service to follow at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will also take place one hour prior to the funeral mass which will be celebrated at HOLY FAMILY PARISH (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Roque Pereira Celebrant. 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

GLORIA KRONEBUSCH

GLORIA KRONEBUSCH 1945 ~ 2025 Gloria Joanna Kronebusch, beloved wife of the late Ralph Kronebusch, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at the age of 80 years. She leaves to cherish her memory four children, Lorraine Teske (Scott Macdonald), Calvin (Donna) Kronebusch, Todd (Cindy) Kronebusch and Stacy Kronebusch; 18 grandchildren, Reanna, Kevin (Jenesia), Adam, Kevin R., Barry (Naomi), Ben (Kara), Douglas (Cassidy), Kristen (Takashi), Steven (Jadyn), Roxanne, Dexter (Kyley), Dustin, Aaron (Brad), James (Alex), Daniel (Amanda), Taylor (Robbie), Nicole (Brayden) and Emily; 19 great grandchildren, Abby, Halo, Gage, River, Willow, Zephyr, Zeppelin, Olivia, Dominic, Lincoln, Brooklyn, Kade, Nial, James Jr., Jaxon, Ella, Octavia, Jack and Hermione; three brothers-in-law, Everett White, Melvin Kronebusch, and John Kronebusch. She was predeceased by her husband, Ralph Kronebusch on August 10, 2012, her parents, Emma and Arthur Streich, her sister Clara White, two sisters-in-law Valerie and Rose (John) as well as her great grandson Nicholas. Over the years, Gloria worked in retail at Woolco, The Bargain Shop and the Dollar Store in the Co-op Mall. Her family was everything to her. She especially enjoyed spending time with them on “family Sundays”. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant David Townsend officiating. The service will be live streamed. Those who wish to attend virtually, please visit Gloria’s obituary page on our website, for the link. 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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