September 24, 2013

By Obituaries on September 24, 2013.

.1922 ~ MUELLER ~ 2013
Linda Mueller of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Otto Mueller, passed away on Wednesday, September 18th, 2013 at the age of 90 years. Linda leaves to cherish her memory four sons, Harry of Edmonton, Peter (Patricia) of Medicine Hat, Udo (Emily) of St. Paul, and Edwin (Lisa) of Edmonton; one daughter, Annelie Smith of Calgary; thirteen grandchildren, Evan, Aidan, Adam, Kelsey (Nathan), Erin, Shelby, Stephanie, Lisa, Douglas, Carla (Matt), Philip (Diane), Lisa (Corey), and Sara (Brett); seven great-grandchildren; one sister, Loni (Horst) Koennicke, one brother-in-law, Walter Zieler, both of Germany; daughter-in-law, Maureen Mueller, and numerous nieces and nephews. Besides her husband, Otto, Linda was predeceased by her son, Hartmut Mueller; her parents, Johann and Olga Sonntag; two brothers, Hugo and Bernhard Sonntag; one sister, Agnes Zieler: and one great grandson, Thomas Mueller. Linda Sonntag was born in 1922 in the German settlement of Nadrybie in Poland, the second of five children. Linda was a bright and hard-working child who excelled at school. She loved learning but with limited resources ended her education in her eighth year. A natural beauty, she married Otto Mueller in 1944. After the war the young couple found themselves in East Germany. Three boys, Harry, Peter, and Hartmut were born in the following five years. The small family escaped from the communist zone in 1952 and was sponsored to come to Canada by the Grace Baptist Church in Medicine Hat in 1953. By 1960 the family owned a successful grocery store and deli that specialized in European foods and baked goods. Linda was the baker. Her breads, kuchen, pastry and torte made Otto’s Groceries a familiar name in Medicine Hat. It was astounding to many that while working as a baker, a boarding house manager, a mother, and a wife Linda still had time to have and raise three more children – Udo, Annelie, and Edwin. By 1963, Linda was the proud and tired mother of six children. As the children matured and left home, Linda enjoyed vacationing with friends and relatives in hot spots like Florida and Hawaii. A passionate, witty, humorous, caring, intelligent and thoughtful woman, Linda leaves behind a legacy of hard work and commitment and a large family filled with warm and enduring memories. The family feels deep gratitude for the excellent care given to Linda over the years by the staff of Sunnyview and Havenview of South Country Village. A Private Graveside Service will be held in HILLSIDE CEMETERY. Memorial gifts in Linda’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society, 401D – 3rd Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0G8, or a charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or http://www.gonebutnotforgotten.ca or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Linda Mueller. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATORIUM, “The Chapel in the Park”, locally owned and directed. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone (403)528-2599

.GWEN ANNE FRASER (LEWIS)
January 25, 1958 – September 18, 2013
On September 18, 2013 Gwen Fraser passed away peacefully at the St. Joseph’s Carmel Hospice
in Medicine Hat, AB at the age of 55. Beloved wife of Art Fraser, Gwen leaves to cherish her memory three children: Matthew (Jackie), Lisa (Chris), and Joseph (Brandy); and five grandchildren: KC, Jasmine, Avaya, Alyssa, Maximus and one on the way. Gwen is also survived by her sister, Wendy (Dwayne) Cobler; and brother, Eric Lewis; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents, Frank and Phyllis Lewis. Gwen was born in Fredericton, NB, and moved with her family to Swift Current, SK in 1974, where she met Art in 1977. In 1978 they embarked on a journey to Medicine Hat where she had spent her last 35 years. She had many interests including figure skating, snowmobiling, skiing, scuba diving, bowling, ceramics and collecting antiques. She loved taking photos, fishing, camping, music, dancing and the company of her family and friends. Gwen had a special love for her grandchildren who brought her much joy. She will be truly missed by all those who loved and knew her. Gwen’s family invites you to celebrate her life at Temple Baptist Church, 606 – 7th Street SW, on Tuesday, October 1st, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Marcel Mitchell officiating. Memorial donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 1865 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1Z8. Condolences may be sent to http://www.saamis.com or http://www.gonebutnotfogotten.ca or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading: Gwen Fraser. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATORIUM, “The Chapel in the Park”, locally owned and directed. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone (403)528-2599

.IRENE FRIESZ
1934 ~ 2013
Mrs. Irene Pauline Friesz, beloved wife of the late Mr. Walter Friesz, passed away peacefully at the Carmel Hospice, St. Joseph’s Home in Medicine Hat on Sunday, September 22, 2013, at the age of 79 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced upon completion. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

.IRENE NELSON-WILLIAMS

August 13, 1922 ~ September 19, 2013

Mrs. Irene Nelson-Williams of Medicine Hat, born on August 13, 1922 in Delia, Alberta, passed away on September 19, 2013, at the age of 91 years. Irene was the first child of Alma and Arthur Hoover. She was predeceased by her husband of 35 years, Norman Nelson. Later in life, Mom married Leigh Williams, her husband of 17 years, until his passing in 2010. Also waiting for Mom are her children, Janie, Deanna and Kevin. Irene was also predeceased by other family members including, Arthur Hoover, Erik Nelson, Neil McNeill, Marion and Don McNeill, Howard and Helen Hoover, Harold Mueller, Cecil Hoover, and John and Bertha Williams. Irene is survived by her sisters, Lorna Mueller, Verna McNeill and Charlotte Hoover. Her memory will be cherished by her children, Judy (Al) Cruickshank, Garry (Jan) Nelson, Wendy (Terry) Jacobsen, Harold (Lucy) Stiansen, Elizabeth Nelson, Susan Nelson and Jan Annette; step-children, Jack (Wendy) Williams, Cheryl Hartwell and Donna (John) Graham; her loving grandchildren, Curtis (Cindy) Cruickshank, Danny (Jen) Cruickshank, Karli (Derek) Hammel, Mathew Cruickshank, Trevor, Tasha and Justin Nelson, Erik and Sarah (Dustin) Nelson, Jonathan (Naomi) Stiansen, Jacquelyn and Stuart Jacobsen; great grandchildren, Aaliyah, Lauryn and Ivy Cruickshank. She is also survived by step-grandchildren, Dean (Farrah) Williams, David Williams, Tyler and Tyson (Kari) Hartwell, Ben Graham, Anne (Mark) Dyck; step-great-grandchildren, Elyssa, Ashley, Dylan, Abby, Calder, Graham, Laura, and Griffin.
Eldest of seven children, Irene was raised on the family farm at Delia, Alberta, and life on a prairie farm was full of love and family ties. She attended Big Valley High School and developed many life-long friendships while there and brought new acquaintances who added life to the farm. Irene attended Normal School in Calgary to begin a teaching career. During World War II, she was called to work in an airplane factory in Calgary. Irene and her sister, Marion completed their first class certification in Edmonton in 1944. She went on to teach in many locations.
Norman and Irene Nelson were married in 1948, raising six children on the family farm at Craigmyle. Although she experienced many personal losses through the years, her personal strength, attention and commitment to her family continued to enrich us. Irene endured remarkable circumstances that many do not experience yet continued being the genuine, welcoming and kind person that will always define her. She left a legacy of love and was a true masterpiece who kept her family and friends close to her heart. Irene was a master chef, seamstress extraordinaire, creative genius (all true) and engrained solid family values in all of us. She shared her talents with family, friends and community; her hospitality always reflected her respect and love for others. In Uncle Howard’s words, “Going to see Rene and her family was a treat. She could make some mean candy, bread or anything you could imagine. Every visit was an adventure!”
Mom and Dad opened a very successful flower shop, “Nelson Flowers,” on the family farm serving the area for many years. They will be remembered for their Christmas open houses, bedding out plants, beautiful fresh and silk arrangements. Irene continued living on the family farm for many years following Norman’s passing.
In 1993, Irene married Leigh Williams and resided on the William’s Farm at Arrowwood, Alberta. New friendships developed through family ties in that community. Leigh supported Irene’s zest for life as she attended classes in Calgary and learned to paint. She also made many Teddy Bears for family and friends. Irene and Leigh had a rich fulfilling life in Arrowwood and will be remembered for their talents and dedication to family and friends. In 2008, they moved to Medicine Hat where they resided at Meadowlands Retirement home until their passing.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Tuesday, September 24, 2013, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be Celebrated at Westminster United Church, 101 – 6 Street S.E., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, September 25, 2013, at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Jim Hillson officiating. Interment will take place on October 5, 2013 at the Craigmyle Cemetery at 2:00pm. Her son Kevin will be laid to rest with her at that time. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com). If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the Medicine Hat Women’s Shelter Society, Box 2500, Medicine Hat, Alberta. T1A 8G8. Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455.

.SIMON
Kelly Blake Simon of Bow Island passed away suddenly near Bow Island on Thursday, September 19, 2013 at the age of 50 years, beloved son of Dorothy and Louis Simon. Kelly was predeceased by his brothers Terry and David Simon, grandparents Julia and Albert Renschler and Emilia and Louis Simon, Aunts Joan Mezei, Joan Renschler and Uncle Doug Renschler. Kelly is survived by three sisters and four brothers, Karen (Martin) LePrieur of Medicine Hat, Curtis Simon of Edmonton, Tamara (Stephen) Lewis of Edmonton, Lori Simon of Edmonton, Lorne “Buddy” Simon of Whitla, Robin (Maggie) Simon of Medicine Hat, Ron (Shanon) Simon of Dunmore; nieces and nephews, Amy Jo (Kurt) Johnson, Louis LePrieur, Kelsey, Marissa and Nicholas Lewis and Devin, Jaxson and Kian Simon; his great niece and nephew, Ariyanna and Keatyn Johnson. Kelly was a gentle giant. Farming was his life. From the age of two he was with dad on the tractor, every day, all day. Kelly graduated from Lethbridge Community College with a diploma in Agriculture and then came back to the farm to try to show dad how to farm! Kelly loved teasing his nieces and nephews and was always playing a trick on someone. He loved a good water fight, especially with his mom. Kelly was always ordering the latest “gotta have it item” off the internet and of course would always order an extra one for mom. Kelly loved stopping in to rest, nap or chat with mom and dad aka (the big boss, as referred to by Kelly). Kelly loved “coffee” with his friends. On any given morning you could find him at Bobby’s Bar, The Co-op Bulk Fuel Store or Whiskey Creek. He appreciated a good game of poker and played weekly for the past 30 years with the same group of friends. He recently found enthusiasm for bingo and has always had a passion for golf. If you were his friend, or his neighbor or family the Gentle Giant would always be there if you needed him. He would drop anything and make sure he would do whatever he could for you at any time. Please feel free to come to the funeral dressed casual. Kelly would appreciate that. A United Church Funeral Service, with Pastor Sheila McLeod, will be held in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Thursday, September 26, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. A private family interment service will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, NWT and Nunavut #124 – 430 6th Ave. SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 2S8. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Kelly Simon,or you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence. Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

.STAN WEINMASTER
1925 ~ 2013
Stanley Ira Weinmaster of Medicine Hat, passed away after a tragic accident on Friday, September 20, 2013. ?He was 88 years young. He was a loving husband of 60 years to his late wife, Linda. Stan leaves to cherish his memory his two daughters, Brenda (Ken) Achtemichuk of Lethbridge and Charlotte (Dave) Beisel of Medicine Hat; his grandchildren, Greg Achtemichuk, Brad Achtemichuk (James Poos), Marc (Elena) Achtemichuk, Chrisie (Joey) Merriman; great-grandchildren, Natalie, Lauren, Mason, Isaac and Katie. Stan will also be remembered by his brother, Mel (Sybil) Weinmaster; sisters, Irene Kulberg and Marlene (Rob) Bartlett; sister-in-law, Jean Weinmaster; as well as Linda’s siblings, Katie Schick, Evangeline (Clare) Heagy, Ed (Margaret) Baron, including numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Linda on September 1, 2010; parents, Alex and Molly Weinmaster; brothers, Alan and Arnold; also sister-in-law, Sally Weinmaster and brother-in-law, Harry Kulberg. Stan was born in Rhein, SK., spending his entire life as a farmer and carpenter in the Yorkton area. In his younger years, he enjoyed fishing, camping, golfing and winter trips to Arizona. Stan has resided at Chinook Village for the past three years since Linda’s death and has enjoyed many coffee outings with his friends. A private family graveside service will be held on Tuesday, September 24, 2013, with Pastor George Brandt officiating. A Coffee Party and a time of remembrance will be announced at a later date. Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455.

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