April 2, 2025

By Obituaries on April 2, 2025.

SCOTT SHEARDOWN

SCOTT SHEARDOWN 1967 ~ 2025 Scott Clarkson Sheardown, beloved husband of Brenda and father of Brock, passed away in Medicine Hat on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at the age of 57 years. A Celebration of Scott’s life will be held at St. Barnabas Anglican Church, 635 – 4 Street S.E., Medicine Hat on Friday, April 4, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Dr. Oz Lorentzen 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”

HASKELL, ROGER CHARLES

HASKELL, ROGER CHARLES Dec 22, 1946 Mar 17, 2025 It is with sadness of heart that we announce the passing of our brother, Roger Charles Haskell, who died on Monday, March17, 2025 in Calgary, AB at the age of 78.
Roger was born in Medicine Hat, AB to parents Harold and Ruth Haskell. Roger is survived by his three sisters and one brother. Joyce Ayers of Calgary, Beverly Haskell of Calgary, Karen (Wayne) Jackson of Regina and Doug (Jane) Haskell of Medicine Hat, numerous nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
Rogers school days began in Horsham, SK, where track and field was a passion. His High School years were completed in Medicine Hat before graduating from U of Calgary with a Phys. Ed degree. He had numerous teaching jobs in Calgary, Airdrie and Foremost, AB with a longstanding position of subteaching in Calgary to finish off his career. Even before retiring he enjoyed traveling (NYC and Vancouver Island were favorites) down hill skiing, cycling, and photography. He was eager to challenge anyone to a scrabble game and often was the winner!
He enjoyed all types of restaurants and was known for being a conversationalist at places such as Restaurant 56, various Chinese Restaurants and Village Ice Cream. He was honoured to be invited to have his photo featured on their pint tub!
We give our thanks to PLC unit 42 and Cedars Villa Extendicare for their support and dedication to his care in the last months of his life.
Roger was predeceased by his parents, a brother-in-law, a nephew, numerous aunts and uncles, several cousins and friend Ken Gartly. Expressions of sympathy are gratefully received at Choice Memorial Funeral Services in Calgary.
Internment will take place at a later date at Hillside Cemetery.

LISA BRAAT

LISA BRAAT October 20, 1941 ~ March 28, 2025
It is with grieving hearts that the family of Elisabeth ‘Lisa’ Braat announce her passing at the Bow Island Hospital on Friday, March 28, 2025, at the age of 83 years.
Lisa was a loving wife to her husband, Fritz; mother to their children, Greg (Vanessa) Braat, Brian (Loren) Braat and Geoff (Bev) Braat; Oma of Anneke (Drew), Brynn, Carson, Kyla and Ryan; and Great-Oma of Brooks, and Alyha.
Lisa is also survived by her siblings, Anne Vanden Broek, Frank (Ann) Van Ham, and Adrian (Marlene) Van Ham and will be missed by close childhood friends, Joke Vergouwen and Joke Bruijns, both living in Holland. Lisa was predeceased by her sisters, Jean van Tryp and Mary Lieverse; brothers-in-law, Paul van Tryp, Adrian Lieverse and Frank Vandenbroek; by three other siblings; John, Petronella and Cornelius who passed away in childhood as well as by her parents, John and Antonetta Van Ham.
Lisa’s family is celebrating a life well lived; one of endless love, joy and faith. Lisa was born to John Van Ham and Antonetta Nouws in Schijf, Holland on October 20, 1941. She was the second youngest daughter of nine children. In 1953, her family immigrated to Taber, Alberta where they purchased a family dry cleaning business. Lisa’s sweetheart, Fritz, had unknowingly followed her all the way to Alberta. They enjoyed each other’s company so much that they wed in 1964. Their love for each other shone through all their wonderful 60 years of marriage together. They started farming in Lethbridge and continued to farm after they moved to Bow Island in 1969. For the first years of her marriage, Lisa was a full-time teacher, then continued to substitute teach over the next several years.
Her heart was always in serving the church and community. Her many achievements included: serving as an active member of CWL for 58 years, was President of the CWL for 5 years, belonged to the St. Michael’s Church Choir, served 15 years as a leader with 4-H, received the 4-H Family Award, was the President of the County of Forty Mile Food Bank for over 10 years and was an active member in the Golden Age Centre. Lisa was well known as a Bow Island ambassador which included her endless volunteering and assisting with the Alberta 75th Anniversary song book for Bow Island that included the theme song she wrote, “This Town Is Our Town”.
Lisa played a key role in the success of their farm and family. She always had the coffee on and meals ready either at the table or in the field. She was an amazing cook. Her quiet times included knitting, cross-stitch, crochet, sewing, gardening, and reading. Her favourite activities included volleyball, curling and golf. She was very involved and always took on a leadership role in all these activities. Lisa and Fritz enjoyed many winters in Arizona and traveled to many destinations throughout their lives; enjoying the trips to Holland to visit family and friends most of all.
Special thanks from the family to everyone that supported her during her many trips to the hospital for surgeries and the extended care she received in Bow Island. The many blessings through prayer, visits, meals, flowers, arts and crafts will be forever cherished and never forgotten. Special thanks to the medical staff in Bow Island, homecare, doctors and nurses that took exceptional care of her and Fritz.
Relatives and friends are invited to Vigil Prayers at St. Michael’s Parish, 1113 1 Street East, Bow Island on Friday, April 4, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Michael’s Parish, Bow Island, on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. with Father Wojciech Jarzecki celebrant. Private family interment will follow at Bow Island Cemetery with a time of fellowship thereafter in the Golden Age Club, 206 5th Avenue East, Bow Island. Mass will be live-streamed. Those who may wish to attend the service virtually, may do so by visiting the Cook Southland website and select the View Broadcast button on the homepage at service time. (Condolences may be shared by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com). If desired, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Lisa’s name may be made directly to the County of Forty Mile Food Bank, or a charity of your choosing. Honoured to serve the family is

PROCTOR, DOREEN

PROCTOR, DOREEN It is with deep sorrow we announce the sudden death of Doreen Proctor, age 81, on March 27th. Doreen leaves behind Bill, her beloved husband of 62 years and daughters Andrea, Tracy and Tonya (Gary). Doreen is predeceased by her parents Frank and Mary Brucker of Medicine Hat, and survived by her sister Terrie (Roy), sister-in-law Carole and numerous nieces and nephews.
During Bill’s career with External Affairs, Doreen was the constant for many moves and setting up of new homes in Europe, Africa and Asia.
We would like to thank the amazing staff at the Brockville General Hospital for their care of Doreen during the last days of her life.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to your local humane society.
Arrangements entrusted to Barclay Funeral Home, 137 Pearl St., E., Brockville, Ontario. Messages of condolence may be sent online to http://www.barclayfuneralhome.com.

ROBERT “BARRY” SIM

ROBERT “BARRY” SIM September 5th, 1938 March 22nd, 2025 Barry Sim passed away on March 22nd, 2025, at the age of 86 years. He leaves to cherish his memory his son, Rob Sim; daughter, Marci Ripper; grandchildren, Olivia Smith, Ashley, Jennesa and Neveah; nieces, Karen and her child, Cody, Shawna and her children, Ashley and Maghan; nephew, Brad and his child, Leslie. Barry was predeceased by his parents, John and Helen Sim; brothers, Murray Sim and Roy Sim.
Barry was born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He enjoyed travelling to the Yukon and had a gold claim in the 90’s. Barry also loved helping his neighbours and friends, who were very near and dear to his heart, in the community of Hilda, Alberta. Barry’s sobriety started May 11th, 1984, and he recently celebrated his 40th year of sobriety.
A private family Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. The family would like to extend a thank-you to the staff at Meadow Ridge and Riverview for the care and compassion shown to Barry through the years. Donations in Barry’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. 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

FRANK (FRANCIS) XAVIER WOLF

FRANK (FRANCIS) XAVIER WOLF Frank (Francis) Xavier Wolf passed away peacefully at the age of 90. He was predeceased by his loving wife Martha Wolf. Survived by his son Stacy Wolf.
He was also predeceased by his parents Joseph and Katherine Wolf and his siblings Ann (Bruce) Grant, Roy Wolfe, John (Lena) Wolfe, Alex Wolfe, Elizabeth (Nick) Faichuk, Frances (Reinhold) Stolz, Kay (Peter) Bonogofsky, Phil (Barbara) Wolfe, Rose Wolfe and Matthew Wolfe.
Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Vigil prayers will be at St. James parish in Abbotsford B.C. on April 8th at 7:00 pm.
Requiem Sung Mass will also be at St. James parish on April 9th at 12:00 pm. Service will be livestreamed at https://www.legacystreaming.com/alternatives/
Celebrant will be Father William Ashley.
Internment to follow at Hazelwood Cemetery in Abbotsford.
In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Christian charity which is an International Christian charity volunteer organization for helping people in immediate crisis with food, clothing and everyday essentials.

CINDY REYNOLDS

CINDY REYNOLDS February 18, 1958 ~ March 26, 2025
Cindy Ann Reynolds passed away suddenly at her home in Bow Island on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at the age of 67 years. Cindy was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and daughter, blessed with a loving, kind, compassionate nature, coupled with her inner strength and determination that inspired us all.
Cindy is survived by her partner and husband of almost 30 years, Gordon and her mother, Beverly Rapson. She will be greatly missed by her children, Kristin (Aaron) Sturgeon, Erin Campbell (Wes Chenery), Matt Campbell (Armi Amerila); step-children, Shannon Reynolds (Ken Leslie), Jill (Kent) Gjerlaug and Ian (Kim) Reynolds. She will be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren, Ruby & Mira Sturgeon, Lucas, Blades, Connor & Hayden Gjerlaug, Journey & Phoenix Leslie-Reynolds and Noah & Natalie Reynolds. Cindy is also survived by her brother, Rob (Marg) Rapson and family; sister, Bonnie (Vince) Kindopp and family as well as her aunt, Jo Hillestad. She was predeceased by her father, Phil Rapson Jr.; grand- parents, Carl and Ethel Hillestad; mother-in-law, Betty Reynolds and her uncle, Roger Hillestad.
A private family graveside will be held at Bow Island Cemetery. A Come & Go Celebration of Cindy’s life will be held at the Bow Island Legion, 202 – 5 Avenue East, Bow Island on Saturday, April 5, 2025, between 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. To read more about Cindy’s life story or to offer condolences to the family, please visit 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”

LEONA DUCHCHERER

LEONA DUCHCHERER 1943 ~ 2025 Leona Duchcherer beloved wife of Irvin Duchcherer, passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at the age of 81 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

SARAH GLOCKNER

SARAH GLOCKNER 1933 – 2025 Sarah Glockner of Calgary, beloved wife of the late Peter Glockner, passed away on Friday, March 28, 2025, at the age of 71 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

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