January 9, 2026

By Obituaries on January 9, 2026.

GERTRUDE MOYNES

GERTRUDE MOYNES November 29, 1932 – December 21, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family announces the sudden passing of their beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Gertrude ‘Gertie’ Moynes on Sunday, December 21, 2025, while surrounded by her loving family. Gertie is pre-deceased by her husband, Jim (2012); parents, Eric and Erna Zordel; sisters, Elfriede (in infancy) and Dorothy as well as her brother, Herb.
Gertie spent her entire childhood on the farm at Divide, Saskatchewan and enjoyed every aspect of the farming life. She attended elementary school at Divide and completed her high school diploma in Frontier, Saskatchewan, furthering her education at Normal School in Moose Jaw to attain her teacher’s certificate there. She taught briefly at Lowell school in a one-room schoolhouse located one mile from her eventual homestead. It was while living and teaching in the area around Eastend that she met her future husband, Jim Moynes, whom she married in July of 1955. Jim and Gertie settled and made their life on the farm just north of where he grew up, and lived and thrived there until 2012. She gave up teaching to focus on the farm and raise her family. The farm was her greatest achievement, and she enjoyed every aspect of life as a farm wife and the many lifelong friendships she and Jim made along the way. She took great pride in her yard which was always kept in a meticulous fashion, and her large garden which was extremely well tended and prolific. Her tomato crop was legendary, providing delicious canned tomatoes for her family’s use throughout the year. Due to Jim’s illness in 2012, they moved permanently into Medicine Hat where she enjoyed her new surroundings and friendships made there.
Gertie is survived by her sons: Ronald (Linda) and his children, Tyler (Shelby) and Mykayla (Shawn Jones); Brian (Darcy) and his children, Riley (Alice) and Raegan (Eric Tessier); four great-grandchildren, Sierra and Emerson Jones, Felix Tessier and Penelope Moynes as well as another great-grandson arriving in March. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Linda Zordel and was blessed with the love and support of several nieces and nephews and their families.
A private family interment and graveside service will be held at Riverside Cemetery near Eastend, SK. at a later date. (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”

BARRIE MYERS

BARRIE MYERS August 3, 1937 ~ January 1, 2026 It is with a broken heart that Marlene announces the passing of her beloved husband, Barrie Maynard Myers. He passed away at River Ridge Seniors Village in Medicine Hat on Thursday, January 1, 2026, at the age of 88 years. Along with Marlene, left to cherish Barrie’s memory are his children: son, Kevin (Shelly) and their family, Brenden (Sasha) (Bella and Scarlett), Kerry (Brendan) (Shea and Quinn); daughter, Kim (Chuck) Getz and their family, Dustin (Emma) (Rylee and Rheya) and Kaylee (Luke); siblings, Kenneth (Monique) and Bernice (Duke); Marlene’s siblings, Wayne (Dianne) Wareham and Bev (Wayne) Stanley as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Barrie was born and raised in Wawota, Saskatchewan, a place he always called home. A welder by trade, Barrie dedicated many years of his working life to Saskatchewan Minerals, where he was known for his strong work ethic, skill and reliability. Following his retirement, Barrie embraced a slower pace of life and found great enjoyment in woodworking and golf. Whether creating something with his hands or spending time on the course, he took pride in doing things well and savoured the simple pleasures of each day. He leaves behind many memories that will be cherished by those who knew and loved him.
A Celebration of Barrie’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Murray Jaster officiating. The service will be live-streamed. Those who cannot attend but wish to experience his celebration may visit the Cook Southland Funeral Chapel website and select the View Broadcast button on the homepage at service time. (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”

DOROTHY SUZZANNE HOGARTH

DOROTHY SUZZANNE HOGARTH May 11th, 1958 January 5th, 2026 Dorothy Hogarth passed away on January 5th, 2026, at the age of 67 years. She leaves to cherish her memory her mother, Marie Tschritter; sisters, Sandra Kish and Sharen (Dave) Gauld; brother, Wesley Tschritter. Dorothy is predeceased by her father, Henry Tschritter.
Dorothy was born and raised in Medicine Hat. After high school, she moved around a lot to other places such as Lethbridge, AB, Victoria, BC and Edmonton where she started her own business as a website developer. Due to health, she moved back to Medicine Hat. Dorothy lived at Medicine Hat Housing for 16 years and while she was there, she made many friends, looked after the flowers and was always willing to lend a hand with anything needing attention. Over the past year, her health declined rapidly.
She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, January 15th, 2026, at Grace Memorial at 1:00pm. 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

GLORIA RUTH WEISS (NÉE HUBER)

GLORIA RUTH WEISS (NÉE HUBER) March 31, 1937 – December 30, 2026 Gloria Ruth Weiss (née Huber) was born in Serath, Saskatchewan, and grew up on the family farm in Olds, Alberta. She passed away peacefully on December 30, 2026, and was welcomed into heaven by her Lord. Gloria graduated from the University of Alberta in 1959 and devoted her career to nursing, later completing postgraduate studies in public health before retiring in 1985. In 1963, she married Roy A. Weiss at East Olds Baptist Church, sharing 53 years of marriage until his passing in 2016. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, her sister, Pearl and Gene Huber; as well as many nieces and nephews. Gloria was predeceased by her parents, Philip and Freida Huber; her brother, Len Huber and her beloved husband, Roy.
Gloria will be remembered for her kindness, patience, generosity, and deep love for her family. A funeral service will be held January 14 at 11:00 a.m. at the Wuerfel Auditorium, South Country Village, 1720 Bell Street SW, Medicine Hat, AB with the interment to follow at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery, 5160 Gershaw Drive SW, Medicine Hat, AB. If unable to attend the service, family and friends are welcome to participate via livestream by logging on to http://www.saamis.com and joining the live webcast on Gloria’s memorial page at the above date and time. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page for those participating remotely. No donations, please. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Gloria Weiss. Funeral arrangements by
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.

VELMA KIENZLE

VELMA KIENZLE 1930 ~ 2025 Velma Darlene Kienzle of Bow Island, beloved wife of the late Ruben Kienzle, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at the age of 95 years. She leaves to cherish her memory three children, Blain (Cathy) Kienzle, Judy (Randy) Headrick, Sharon Rudd; her daughter-in-law, Anieta Kienzle, and her son-in-law, Terry Lane; twelve grandchildren, Cameron (Nicole) Kienzle, Wade Kienzle, Megan Kienzle, Erin Headrick, Jennifer Headrick, Nelson Headrick, Laurae Rudd, Kaylin Rudd, Jordan Kienzle, Adam Kienzle, Shane Lane, and Jessa Lane; twenty three great grandchildren; her sister-in-law, Shirley McClellan, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her husband, Ruben Kienzle; her parents, Ken and Blanche McMellan; her son, Rodger Kienzle; her son-in-law, Ken Rudd; her daughter, Debby Lane; her grand daughter, Desiree Kienzle; one brother, Lloyd McClellan; four sisters, Grace Andrerson, Myrtle Heatherigton, Pearl Switzer, and Mary Geier. Velma was an excellent painter and enjoyed quilting and gardening. She was an active volunteer in the community with the St Andrew’s U.C.W and the Bow Island Women Institute. The funeral service will be held in the St. Andrew’s United Church (139 – 2nd West, Bow Island, Alberta) on Monday, January 12, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Sheila McLeod officiating. Interment will follow in the Bow Island 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

EDITH BURNISTON

EDITH BURNISTON 1925 ~ 2026 Edith Mary Burniston, beloved wife of the late Lawrence “Larry” Burniston, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at the age of 100 years. She leaves to cherish her memory; four children, Gladys (Ed) Winder, Mary Meier, Richard (Debbie) Burniston, and Loreen Burniston; three grandchildren, Bev (Barry) Gutfriend, Larry (Danielle Reckseidler) Winder, and Bryan (Ashley) Litton; twelve great grandchildren, nine great great grandchildren, and two great great great grandchildren. Edith is predeceased by one son-in-law, Wayne Meier; two grand children, Peggy Carnegie (Meier), and Brent Meier; one great great grandchild, Ocean Oldford; one brother, John Gustafson, and one sister, Vera Holmes. Edith was born August 1, 1925, to Seth and Pheobe Gustafson in Medicine Hat. She lived in Medicine Hat for most of her life aside from the four years she lived in England during WWII. Edith worked at the glass factory, Sunnyside Haven, and for the City of Medicine Hat daycare. She liked to stay active in her yard, tending to her garden and flowers. Edith also enjoyed the gym and continued working out in her chair for as long as she could. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Monday, January 12, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. with LifeCelebrant David Townsend officiating. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so one hour prior to the service. The service will be live streamed. Those who wish to attend virtually, please visit Edith’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

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