March 13, 2026
By Obituaries on March 13, 2026.
Grimm
A special thank you…
~ Grimm ~
We, the family of the late Alice Grimm, wish to express our heartfelt thanks to those who showed their support by sending food, flowers, cards, the many texts and phone calls and kind words. This was and is a very difficult time and your thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated. To Gerry Getz for officiating the service, your words of comfort and understanding were felt by our family and for that we are grateful. We extend our gratitude to those who participated in the service: Amanda McCallum for the wonderful tribute and to Dayna Grimm for preparing the video of cherished memories. We were sincerely moved by the care and attention that Mom received while at Meadow Ridge Seniors Village. We acknowledge Shooting Start Events for providing the wonderful lunch following the celebration. Thank you to our funeral director, David Stroh, of Cook Southland Funeral Chapel for your guidance and professional mannerism. We are truly blessed to have such good friends and family in our lives to help us get through this difficult time.
Sincerely,
The Family Of
Alice Grimm
COLLEEN DEHMKE
COLLEEN DEHMKE September 7, 1958 ~ March 8, 2026
Our beloved mother, grandmother and friend, Colleen Helen Dehmke, passed away in Medicine Hat on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at the age of 67 years.
Colleen was born on September 7, 1958, in Biggar, Saskatchewan, to Walter and Joan Dehmke. She later moved to Saskatoon where she attended the University of Saskatchewan and Kelsey Institute, training to become a Registered Nurse.
Throughout her career, Colleen cared for others through her work in pediatrics, orthopedics, long-term care and elder abuse prevention, advocating for and supporting vulnerable members of the community.
Colleen raised her four daughters in Saskatchewan and Hanna, Alberta, later living in Sylvan Lake before retiring to Medicine Hat. In retirement, she pursued her love of travel, becoming a certified travel agent and exploring destinations such as Mexico, Germany, Greece and the Panama Canal. She also enjoyed time spent on Vancouver Island house-sitting and taking in the beauty of the coast.
Colleen loved painting, traveling and spending time outdoors. She especially enjoyed walking with friends and cheering on her grandchildren at their sports, proudly embracing her role as a “ringette grandma.”
Colleen is survived by her children: Heather (Ben), Bonnie, Jenny (Kyler) and Elizabeth (Nolan) as well as her grandchildren: Jetaime, Samuel, Ellie, Danton and Leighton. She was predeceased by her parents, Walter and Joan Dehmke and her sister, Brenda.
She will be remembered for her caring heart, strength and the love she shared with her family and friends.
Celebration Of Life Victory Lutheran Church, 2793 Southview Drive S.E., Medicine Hat Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Pastor Roland Weisbrot officiating Luncheon to follow
The service will be live-streamed. To view the service, please visit the following link:
https://victorylutheran.ca/livestream(Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at
http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Colleen’s name may be made to Lymphoma and Leukemia Society of Canada, PO Box 9713 Station M, Calgary, AB, T2P 0E9. 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”
CHRISTINA FREY
1935 ~ CHRISTINA FREY ~ 2026
Surrounded by family, Christina “Tina” Frey passed away at Good Samaritan’s Society, on March 5, 2026, at the age of 90 years. Christina was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Peter; her parents, Peter and Katherine Miller; her sister, Regina (Derwood) Gieb; brother, Louis (Anna) Miller; and her brothers-in-law, Lawson McKinley and Frank Meyer. She will be lovingly remembered and forever cherished by her children, Darlene Frey, Darcy (Bernie) Frey, Dwayne (Terry) Frey; grandchildren Jenine (Mark) McInnis, Korin (James) Fisher, Jarett (Shelisa) Frey, Jenna-Lee (Matt) Dykstra, and Lisa Frey; great grandchildren Tyler (Paige Babiy) McInnis, Cortney (Lane) Cartier, Ethan Fisher, Jaxon Fisher; and great great grandchildren Paxton Frey, Rylee Frey, Freya Dykstra, Brodie Babiy, and Braelyn McInnis. Tina will also be greatly missed by her siblings, Gladys McKinley, Mary Meyer, and Ken (Gail) Miller. Christina was born on June 29, 1935, in Fox Valley, Saskatchewan, to her parents, Peter and Katherine Miller. She married Peter Frey on July 11, 1953. They farmed for many years near Seven Persons. While farming, she worked at Maple Leaf Mills. When they sold their farm and moved to Medicine Hat in the late eighties, she cleaned homes and worked at We Care. Tina loved her family very much and always looked forward to family gatherings and babysitting her grandchildren. She looked forward to camping in their motorhome and fishing with their many friends. Her hobbies included playing bingo, golfing, dancing, jigsaw puzzles, and she was an avid Tiger’s fan. Tina left behind a legacy of love and countless cherished memories with the many lives she touched. Her family extends heartfelt thanks for the care provided by Masterpiece Southlands, Good Samaritan, Dr. Mohanraj, Dr. Sissions, and Dr. Dirker. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society, 412-3 Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 0H1 or Heart and Stroke Foundation, PO Box 460 STN K, Toronto, ON M4P 9Z9. A public viewing will be held on Friday, March 13, from 7:00-9:00 pm at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel. The funeral service will be held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 1:00 pm with Father Fernando Genogaling, Celebrant. 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 Christina’s memorial page at the above date and time. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page for those participating remotely. A private interment will be held at Hillside Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to
condolences@saamis.com subject heading Christina Frey. Funeral arrangements by
ANN IMMEL
1932 – ANN IMMEL – 2026 Ann Immel, beloved wife of the late Ralph Immel, passed away on March 10, 2026, at the age of 93 years. Condolences may be sent to
condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ann Immel. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed 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.
ROBERT LLOYD SEITZ
1941~ ROBERT LLOYD SEITZ ~2026
Mr. Robert “Bob” Lloyd Seitz went to his Heavenly home on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at the age of 84. Beloved husband of Mrs. Magdalena Seitz of Medicine Hat, he also leaves to cherish his memory two sons, Hoyt (Shannon) Seitz and their children, Kyle and Louisa of Lethbridge, Anthony (Shauna) Seitz and their children, Brooklyn (Luke Gehlert), Ethan and Gavin of Edmonton; one daughter, Dawn (Wendell) Straub, and their children; Mindy and Kimberley of Hilda, and great-grandson, Miles Seitz-Gehlert; sister, Mrs. Carmen Flaig; brother, Garth (Marilyn) Seitz of Medicine Hat, sisters-in-law; Martha Lutz of Sylvan Lake and Rose (Dick) Wymenga of Leslieville; brother-in-law, Fred (Robin) Lutz of Innisfail, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, John and Mary Seitz; his sister, Mrs. Bernice Flaig; his brothers-in-law, Bill and Jim Flaig; his parents-in-law, John and Caroline Lutz; five sisters-in-law, Elsie Zimmerman, Emma Christman, Alma Robinson, Barbara Lutz, and Lydia Stokes, and five brothers-in-law, Reynie Lutz, Rudy Zimmerman, Philip Christman, Albert Stokes and Elvin Robinson. Bob was born June 25, 1941, in Medicine Hat and was raised on the family farm in the Little Plume district south of Dunmore. He attended Goose Lake School and helped on the farm with ranching and farming. He married Magdalena Lutz on November 27, 1965. They took over the family farm and raised their children to know the value of honest work and the importance of family and faith in Jesus. They attended Little Plume Church faithfully and loved to welcome friends, family and neighbours through the doors with a smile and a handshake or hug. Bob loved Maggie, his family, visiting with neighbours, his cows and horses and the farm. He had a great sense of humour and a way about him to make you feel special, and could make your day with laughter and his encouraging personality. Bob’s hobbies in his spare time were hunting, fishing, drawing, curling and gardening. Bob and Maggie moved to Medicine Hat in 2007 and got used to city life and retirement. They were able to do some travelling and enjoyed visiting their children and grandchildren. In September 2020, they moved to Masterpiece Southlands Meadows. They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on November 27, 2025. The family would like to extend special thanks to the nurses, aides and staff at Masterpiece for the time and loving care they gave to Dad during his residency and palliative care. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB, on Thursday, March 19, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. A private family interment will be held in the Little Plume Cemetery. The Funeral Service will be held at Hillcrest Evangelical Church, 3785 13 Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 1J2, on March 20, 2026, at 1:30 pm with Pastor Clare Rattai officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Whispering Pines Camp
https://whisperingpinescamp.ca. Condolences may be sent to
condolences@saamis.com subject heading Robert Seitz. 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.
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