October 25, 2013

By Obituaries on October 25, 2013.

.1916 ~ BUNKOSKY ~ 2013
Violet Bunkosky of Bow Island, beloved wife of the late Edward Bunkosky, passed away on Wednesday, October 23rd, 2013 at the age of 97 years. Violet leaves to cherish her memory her children, Marvin (Liz) Collinge, Tom (Wilma) Collinge, Alfred (Elle) Collinge, Brian (Bridgette) Collinge, Barry Collinge, and Sharon (Perry) Reich; twenty grandchildren; twenty-five great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and two step-sons, Robin (Pat) Bunkosky and Ronnie Bunkosky. Violet was predeceased by her first husband, Kelly Collinge in December 1964; her second husband, Edward Bunkosky in December 1993; her parents, Delbert and Adeline Moore; two granddaughters, Teresa and Debra; five brothers; three sisters; two half-brothers; and son-in-law, David Middleton. Violet was born on January 27th, 1916 in Maple Creek and attended Kinkorth School in the country. She married Kelly Collinge on October 3rd, 1936 in Maple Creek and raised their family on the farm until Kelly passed away. Violet then moved to Maple Creek where she remarried in 1968 to Edward Bunkosky. In 1969 Violet and Edward moved to Redcliff where Violet was a Lifetime Member of the Redcliff Angler’s Club, a 43-year member of the Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary Branch #6, and a 25+ year member of the Moose Lodge. She enjoyed her yard and fishing at Golden Sheaf Park, her home away from home. Violet loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchild and will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by them all. The Funeral Service will be held in SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Tuesday, October 29th, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Blaine Schaufele officiating. Interment will follow at Redcliff Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Violet’s memory may be made to Long Term Care, Bow Island Health Centre, 938 Centre Street, Bow Island, Alberta, T0K 0G0, or to the Pleasant View Lodge, 1039 – 1st Street East, Bow Island, Alberta, T0K 0G0. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Violet Bunkosky. Radio funeral announcement can be heard on Monday around 12:35 p.m. on 93.7 Praise FM. 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

.1922 ~ WETSCH ~ 2013
RoseMarie Wetsch of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Kasper Wetsch, passed away on Tuesday, October 22nd, 2013 at the age of 91 years. RoseMarie leaves to cherish her memory five children, Frank (Ann), Jane (Michael) Stanko, Paulette (David) Smith, Beatrice (Ron) Weisgerber, and Bernadette (Rod) Tessem; fourteen grandchildren; twenty-three great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Sister Jane Francis Wetsch and Pearl Weiss; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and good friends. Rose was predeceased by her husband, Kasper; one son, Joseph in infancy; her parents, Conrad and Brigetta Weiss; one granddaughter, Loralle Stanko; five brothers; and six sisters. RoseMarie was born in a sod house on May 29th, 1922 on the farm near Krassna, Saskatchewan when there was just a church and a post office (six miles north of Fox Valley). She was baptised at the church in Krassna and was raised and educated in the area until the age of 15. She then attended St. Angela’s Academy in Prelate from 1938 to 1944. Upon fulfilling her commitment in June 1944, RoseMarie came home and on October 28th, 1944 married Kasper on his birthday. Together they farmed at Schuler on Kasper’s homestead until 1980 when they moved into Medicine Hat. Kasper continued to farm from town with their oldest grandson until 1983. RoseMarie enjoyed bowling, curling, baking and cooking. She loved cooking and sewing for her grandchildren! They were her pride and joy. RoseMarie was a member of the CWL for over 60 years and an active church goer for over 91 years. RoseMarie will be sadly missed by all those who knew and loved her. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Sunday from 6:00 to 6:55 p.m. and at HOLY FAMILY PARISH, 1451 Strachan Road SE, on Monday from 9:30 to 10:25 a.m. Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be held in SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Sunday, October 27th, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at HOLY FAMILY PARISH on Monday, October 28th, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. with Father Philip Le, celebrant. Interment will follow in the Roman Catholic Section at Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in RoseMarie’s memory may be made to the Holy Family Parish Building Fund, 1451 Strachan Road SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1B 4V3. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading RoseMarie Wetsch. Radio funeral announcement can be heard on Friday around 12:35 p.m. on 93.7 Praise FM. 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

.1928 ~ CASH ~ 2013
Mrs. Leah Cash, beloved wife of Mr. Harold Cash of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, October 20th, 2013 at the age of 85 years. Leah also leaves to cherish her memory four children, Milton (Karen) Cash of Medicine Hat, Myron (Marilyn) Cash of Redcliff, Lorna (Claire) Schattle of Stumplake, Saskatchewan and Arlin (Connie) Cash of Seven Persons; eight grandchildren, Stephen Cash, Mason Cash, Mitchell Cash, Billie-Sue (Richard) De Bruijn, Russell (Marla) Schattle, Blaine Cash, Rachel Cash and Nolan Cash; three great grandchildren, Raef, Winston and Burke De Bruijn; two brothers, Ben (Linda) Friemark and Leonard Friemark; six sisters, Annie (Elmer) Ebel, Emma Perrin, Clara Heebner, Cora (Harvey) Knoblich, Ella Gueldner and Betty Kramer; one brother-in-law, Harvey Cash; one sister-in-law, Pearl (Clem) Prochnau; special friend, Don Andreas; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Leah was predeceased by her parents, Emil and Martha Freimark; two sisters, Viola Kirschenman and Julia Serfas; three brothers-in-law, Mervyn Heebner, Herb Gueldner and Elmer Perrin; and brother and sister-in-law, Richard (Verlyn) Cash. Leah was born on April 6th, 1928 in Irvine, Alberta and was raised on the family farm south of Irvine. She was educated at Sentinel School southeast of Irvine. Leah met Harold Cash and they were married on December 25th, 1949 in Medicine Hat. They remained in Medicine Hat until 1952 when Harold was attending University in Edmonton. In 1956, they returned to Medicine Hat, where they raised their family. Leah was very hardworking and volunteered for many organizations. She loved to cook and bake and spend time with her children and grandchildren. She also enjoyed sewing, reading and had a close relationship with her Lord. Leah will be remembered as an extraordinary wife, mother and grandmother. Her memory will be cherished forever by all those who knew her. The Funeral Service will be held in SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Monday, October 28th, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Murray Miller officiating. Memorial gifts in Leah’s memory may be made to the Gideon International, 177, 1415 – 28th Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8P9 or to the Global Outreach Mission, P.O. Box 1210, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2R 7A7 or to the One Mission Society (Oriental Missionary Society), 132 – 293 Wellington Street North, Hamilton, Ontario, L8L 8E7. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or http://www.gonebutnotforgotten.ca or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Leah Cash. Radio funeral announcement can be heard on Friday around 12:35 p.m. on 93.7 Praise FM. 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

.IRENE SERR
1921 ~ 2013
It is with sadness that the family of Mrs. Irene Serr, beloved wife of the late Mr. Carl Serr, announce her passing while at the Good Samaritan Society, on Thursday, October 24, 2013, at the age of 92 years. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., on Sunday, October 27, 2013 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Monday, October 28, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson officiating. (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.

.MARTENS
Edna Alice Martens (nee Baerg) of Medicine Hat went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ peacefully in her sleep on Monday, October 21, 2013, at the age of 86 years, beloved wife of the late Cornelius “Corney” Martens. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Mabel (Gordon) Kish, Roger (Judy) Martens, Linda (Rob) Maveal, Walter (Chris) Martens, Debi (Glen) Stodolka and Shelley (Clair) Priebe; twenty one grandchildren; twenty four great grandchildren; one brother, Elmer Baerg; one sister, Marjorie (Vern) Martin as well as numerous brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Minna and Peter Baerg; her husband, Corney in July, 1986; three sisters, Evelyn, Dorothy and Julia. Edna was born on January 4, 1927 in Mennon, Saskatchewan. She lived most of her life in the Lethbridge area where she was deeply involved at the Evangelical Free Church. The last seven years she happily resided at Chinook Village in Medicine Hat, attending Glenview Nazarene Church where she touched many lives. Thank you to the staff and nurses at Chinook Village for the exemplary care given to Edna. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Friday from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the Glenview Church of the Nazarene (4235 Black and White Trail) on Saturday, October 26, 2013 at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. David Skidmore officiating. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to Gideons International in Canada 177- 1415 28 St. SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8P9 To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Edna Martens, or you may visit tlinewww.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

.MICHAEL JAMES PAGE
It is with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Michael, beloved son of Michelle and the late Donny Page, in his home, with his mommy by his side on October 21, 2013, at the age of 22 years. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Thursday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and at the church on Friday from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Friday, October 25, 2013 at 1:30 p.m. with Fr. Philip Le, celebrant. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy c/o 412 Stone Place, Redcliff, AB T0J 2P2 To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Michael Page, 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

.PHILLIPS
Bob Phillips passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2013, at the age of 58 years, beloved husband of Brenda Phillips of Medicine Hat. He also leaves to cherish his memory two children, Robert Phillips and Genevieve Phillips (Chris Rowley) all of Vancouver; his mother, Tanyss Bell and brother, Peter (Wanda) Phillips, all of Saskatoon; his mother and father-in-law, Don and Genevieve Kieran of Calgary; and aunt Betty Ball of Salt Spring Island, B.C. He was predeceased by his father R. H. D. (Bob) Phillips. For the past five years he was the Executive Director of the South Eastern Alberta Watershed Alliance. At the request of Bob, no funeral service will be held. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the South Eastern Alberta Watershed Alliance “S.E.A.W.A.” – c/o http://www.seawa.ca. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Bob Phillips, 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

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