October 1, 2013

By Obituaries on October 1, 2013.

.1923 ~ LEE ~ 2013
Mrs. Winnifred Lee, beloved wife of the late Mr. Warren Lee, passed away on Sunday, September 29th, 2013 at the age of 89 years. Winnie leaves to cherish her memory her children, Arnold (Joanne), Roxie (Harry), and Grant (Ruby); three grandchildren, Bart (Cathy), Kent (Tara), and Denver; two great- grandchildren, Morgan and Lucas. Winnie was predeceased by her husband, Warren; and her grandson, Mason. Winnie was born on October 2nd, 1923 in Chinook, Alberta. She was raised in Chinook and married Warren in 1943. They farmed until retiring to Medicine Hat in 1981. Winnie loved her family and was an avid gardener. She enjoyed all sports and participated in many. After Warren passed away in 2007, Winnie lived at the Leisure Way Group Home where she once again enjoyed the country. A Private Family Service will be held in SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Friday, October 4th, 2013 with Reverend Blaine Schaufele officiating. Memorial gifts in Winnie’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society (Palliser Region), 401D – 3rd Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0G8, or to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 – 1865 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1Z8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or http://www.gonebutnotforgotten.ca or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Winnie Lee. 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

.1930 ~ LESMEISTER ~ 2013
Mr. Anton “Tony” Lesmeister, beloved husband of Mrs. Mildred Lesmeister of Medicine Hat, passed away on Wednesday, September 25th, 2013. Funeral Mass was celebrated yesterday at Holy Family Parish. Memorial gifts in Tony’s memory may be made to The Salvation Army or to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or http://www.gonebutnotforgotten.ca or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Tony Lesmeister. Funeral arrangements 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

.1931 ~ KIRLIK ~ 2013
Mr. Waldemar Kirlik, beloved husband of Mrs. Rose Kirlik of Medicine Hat, passed away on Wednesday, September 25th, 2013. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at St. Peter Lutheran Church. Memorial gifts in Waldemar’s memory may be made to St. Peter Lutheran Church. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or http://www.gonebutnotforgotten.ca or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Waldemar Kirlik. Funeral arrangements 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

.1931 ~ NAGEL ~ 2013
Mrs. Violet Nagel of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Mr. Gordon Nagel, passed away on Wednesday, September 25th, 2013. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel. Memorial gifts in Violet’s memory may be made to Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or http://www.gonebutnotforgotten.ca or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Violet Nagel. Funeral arrangements 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

.Last week Tuesday, among the serene and peaceful surroundings of Hillside Cemetery, family and friends gathered to bid farewell to Stan Weinmaster. Pastor George expressed Stan’s quiet love for his family and community, a love that came from the heart… his daughter, Brenda shared in a tribute from the family conveying her thoughts in the trials and tribulations of growing up on the farm, as well special words came from his grandsons, recognizing a man who was more to them than a grandfather.
Loving you is easy,
We do it every day,
Missing you is a heartache,
That never goes away.
His Life Lived…
His Life Cherished…
His Life Honoured.
Courtesy of Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

.It was a beautiful warm Saturday morning as family and friends gathered in Cook’s Chapel to celebrate the life of Wayne Bitz. Reverend Julianna recalled what a giving man Wayne was to others and a supportive husband to Cheryl, as well, Dennis remembered him as a friend and fellow golf buddy who played hard and gave his all. Gerry and Carol each sang songs of inspiration and faith for the healing hearts of all present. Fellowship followed as everyone recalled their favorite story of a man they fondly remembered.
I will miss you everyday,
But most of all, I will miss your wonderful Smile & the sound of your laughter.
His Life Lived…
His Life Cherished…
His Life Honoured.
Courtesy of Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

.GARRY LYLE JOHNSON

December 16, 1941 ~ September 27, 2013

It is with sadness that the family of Garry Lyle Johnson, much loved husband of 50 years to Ellen; proud father to son, Lane (Daisy) and very proud grandpa to Zane, Reid and Boyd, announce his passing while at the Carmel Hospice, St. Joseph’s Home, on Friday, September 27, 2013, at the age of 71 years. Garry was predeceased by his son, Chad; father, Oliver and father-in-law, Arnold. Along with Ellen, his memory will be cherished in the hearts of his mother, Marie; brother, Maurice (Sylvia); sister, Joyce (George); mother-in-law, Ivy; brother and sister-in-laws and numerous nieces and nephews. Garry was employed in the Oil Industry for all his working years until his retirement in 2000. He was a master craftsman of wood spending time in his woodshop building and creating many items that made him proud. Numerous friends and relatives can now say they have a piece of Garry’s work. Golfing was one of his most enjoyable sports and there aren’t too many people he didn’t hassle or bet with while playing. Garry and Ellen enjoyed holidaying and did so every year. They rented a home in the Bullhead City area for the last three years including this past winter, where they relaxed and golfed while Garry continued to fight with cancer. A Celebration of Garry’s life will be held next week Friday at the Medicine Hat Golf and Country Club, 947 Pigeon Street N.E., Medicine Hat on Friday, October 11, 2013, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) The family would like to send a special thank you to the nursing staff at the Carmel Hospice for their thoughtful, compassionate and loving care given to Garry during his three week stay. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Carmel Hospice, St. Joseph’s Home, 156 – 3 Street N.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1 or to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, 666 – 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6. Honoured to serve the family is COOK SOUTHLAND Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4V4. Telephone: 403-527-6455.

.NIEBERGALL, Grace (Syverson)

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Grace announces her passing at the age of 70 on September 21, 2013. Grace is survived by her loving family; her husband Harold of 46 years, sons; Kevin (Michelle) and Trevor (Judi) and her grandchildren; Ella, Abbie and Aidan. Grace also leaves numerous extended relatives and a wide circle of friends.
Celebration of Grace’s Life will take place on Saturday, October 5, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at Glenwood Funeral Home located south of Wye Road on Range Road 232 in Sherwood Park, AB.
Memorial donations in memory of Grace may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta or to the Alberta Cancer Foundation.
To send condolences or to share a memory, tribute or photo, please visit http://www.glenwoodmemorial.com.

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