November 30, 2013

By Obituaries on November 30, 2013.

.1959 ~ URQUHART ~ 2013
Peter passed away on Wednesday, November 27th, 2013 at the age of 54 years with his family by his side after a short, courageous battle with cancer. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife and best friend, Lorna; his children, Ryan (Crystal) and Kimberley Urquhart; step-son, Randy Hood; three granddaughters, Elyza, Parvati and Bentley; his mother, Dallas Urquhart; sisters, Dixie (Andy) Iversen, Sally (Marc) LeBlanc and Jill (Greg) Cook; brothers, Andrew (Sokhorn) and Matthew Urquhart; sisters-in-law, Judy (Tony) Hyde and Holly (Gary) Schahill; brothers-in-law, Wesley (Lynette) Hood and Darcy (Char) Hood; several nieces and nephews; and special family friend, Sue Shafer. Peter was predeceased by his father, John; brother, Alan; and in-laws, Lorne and Faye. The Funeral Service will be held in SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Tuesday, December 3rd, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. with Captain Joyce MacDonald officiating. A private interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Peter’s memory may be made to the Palliative Care Unit, Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, 666 – 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Peter Urquhart. 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

.St. John’s Presbyterian Church provided a warm and stately place for family and friends coming together this past Monday to remember the life of Gary Wright Sr. A personalized picture tribute prepared by the family was playing as friends entered into the church. Next to the urn, a number of items were placed by Gary’s grandkids as a special tribute to Grandpa. Rev. Dr. Cocks and Rev. Beach led the congregation through this emotional farewell, offering encouragement and hope through scripture & prayer. Following a private farewell at the cemetery, family joined in sharing stories at the fellowship that followed.
Gary’s memory will live on,
Through his family & many friends,
Memories are forever,
Loving feelings never end.
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

.CHRISTINA ENTZ
1959 ~ 2013
Mrs. Christina Entz (nee Hofer), beloved wife of Nathan Entz of Burdett, passed away suddenly on Monday, November 25, 2013, at the age of 54 years. Christina was born in Raymond, Alberta on July 22, 1959. She was married to Nathan Entz for 29 years and lived on the Ponderosa Colony until August of 2010 when at that time, they moved to Burdett. Christina loved her family and loved people in general. She wanted to be a part of all community events and blessed many with her treats of delicious cinnamon buns – she was always cooking! She had a huge, generous heart and her gift was to make other people happy. Christina enjoyed the company of others and loved to hear a funny story and play games. She will be deeply missed by her husband Nathan; children, Lynn of Lethbridge, Dale (Lisbeth) of Ponderosa Colony, Tamara and Ike of Burdett; her mother, Rachel Hofer of the Plainview Colony; two sisters, Martha (Mark) Entz and Margaret Hofer; four brothers, Andrew (Katie) Hofer, Mike (Susie) Hofer, Ike (Leah) Hofer and Paul (Linda) Hofer; special nieces, Rosanna and Martina Entz as well as many other nieces, nephews and brothers and sisters-in-law through marriage. A Celebration of Christina’s life will be held at the Burdett Centennial Hall, Main Street Burdett, Alberta on Tuesday, December 3, 2013, at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Rod Taylor officiating. Private interment will take place at the Burdett Cemetery prior to the celebration of Christina’s life. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Christina’s name may be made directly to the MedicAlert Foundation, 2005 Sheppard Ave. East, Suite 800, Toronto, Ontario M2J 5B4. Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

.Family and friends gathered with the serene sounds in Cook’s Chapel to fondly remember the life of Betty Wiebe. The heart warming stories and scripture messages that Pastor Bob presented to all, were surrounded by the popular hymn, “Amazing Grace”. The Video Tribute gave a glimps into Betty’s life, throughout her years from beginning to end. Following the Interment service, the luncheon provided by the Moose Ladies was exactly what Betty had hoped for.
God saw you getting tired
when a cure was not to be.
So He closed His arms around you
and whispered… “Come to Me.”
Her Life Lived…
Her Life Cherished…
Her Life Honoured.
Courtesy of Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

.GARNETTE SCHNEIDER
1925 ~ 2013
Mrs. Garnette Denise Schneider of Medicine Hat passed away peacefully at Masterpiece Living, River Ridge on Wednesday, November 27, 2013, at the age of 88 years. She leaves to cherish her memory: son, Dennis (LaDonna) Schneider of Medicine Hat; grandchildren, Alexander and Gregory Schneider of Medicine Hat as well as Dennis’ father, Elliot Joseph Schneider. She was predeceased by numerous siblings and extended family members. Garnette was born in Flint, Michigan on August 17, 1925, to John and Vida Willis. At a young age, her family immigrated to Alberta and settled in Medicine Hat. Garnette operated her own business as a Bookkeeper for years before retiring to pursue some of her other interests, including painting and genealogy. She was involved within the community serving with the Order of the Eastern Star and was a member of D.A.R. Garnette enjoyed sports, cheering loudest when her Red Wings, Oilers or Eskimos were playing. She had a great sense of humour and a gentle soul as evident through her love of animals, especially her poodle, Scruffy. Garnette’s life will be remembered through a private service to be held at a later date. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) If friends so desire, memorial tributes in memory of Garnette may be made to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8. Honoured to serve the family is COOK SOUTHLAND Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4V4. Telephone: 403-527-6455.

.This past Tuesday, a large gathering of friends joined together at Cook’s in support of the family of Jerry Watts. The family’s personal touch was evident everywhere. Family friend, Bill Thomson led the service… Dr. Ed McCall shared stories and memories of Jerry from days gone by, and Carol Peters provided ministry through her beautiful music as she accompanied the congregation through the special hymn selected. Following the private farewell at the cemetery, the family released balloons, a symbol of their love for this very special man!
The road was getting rough…
The hills were hard to climb.
So He closed your weary
eyes and whispered
“Peace be thine.”
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

.GERALD A. EICHHORST, HUSBAND OF ALICE (nee HUBER)

August 4, 1925 – November 19, 2013

On Tuesday, November 19th, 2013, with his loving and devoted wife, Alice, by his side, Gerald Eichhorst passed away peacefully to meet his Saviour and Lord Jesus Christ in heaven at the age of 88. For over two months Gerald had been hospitalized between two hospitals – Saskatoon and Yorkton – where Alice rarely left his side. Before his last stay at the Yorkton Regional Health Centre where he succumbed to his illness, Gerald was able to be at home for two weeks where Alice cared for him.
Gerald is survived by his wife, Alice (Huber), with whom he shared 59 years of married life; sisters, Betty Eichhorst of Abbotsford, BC, Doris (Jacobo) Tohme of Chicago, IL, USA Elaine Penner of Steinbach, MB, Grace Lee of Winnipeg, MB; one brother, Bill (Patty) Eichhorst of Steinbach, MB; sister-in-law, Irma (Tom) Wood (formerly Irma Eichhorst). He is also survived by six nieces and twelve nephews.
Gerald was predeceased by his parents, Rudolf and Edith (Jonat) Eichhorst; one sister, Berdina, in infancy, an older brother, Alfred; two older sisters, Frieda Nygren and Alice Knodel; brothers-in-law, Henry Schroeder, Abraham Penner, James Lee, Allen Nygren and Alfred Knodel.
Gerald was born on August 4, 1925, the fourth child of ten children born to Rudolf and Edith Eichhorst. His birth took place at the family farm north of Orcadia, as did most of his other siblings. He attended West Ebenezer Baptist Church with his family and it was there he came to know the Lord as a young teenager. His baptism took place in the river near the farm. One of his responsibilities was going to the church early on Sunday to start the fire, so that the church was warm for the upcoming service.
Gerald was close to all his siblings, however, he and his sister, Betty shared a special bond and were close friends in their teenage years. When Betty was in Nurses’ training, Gerald often visited and shared with Betty his plans for the future and any problems he faced. When Betty left for Africa, it was more difficult to communicate, but she will remember him always as a kind man.
For his public schooling, Gerald attended Grunert School – a one-room school – to grade ten. Later at the age of 24 he enrolled at Millar College of the Bible in Pamburn, Saskatchewan, where he attended for one year. This year in Bible School was a great blessing in Gerald’s life and he was greatly encouraged by this experience.
In the summer of 1953 Central Baptist Church in Yorkton was hosting the NAB Conference. The Huber parents, along with their daughter, Alice, were billeted at the Rudolf Eichhorst farm. It was there that Gerald and Alice met, became acquainted and continued to correspond back and forth. Love did blossom and they were married on October 23, 1954 at Grace Baptist Church in Medicine Hat, Alberta.
During their years of marriage, they farmed the land together, raised cattle, geese and tended garden. Gerald took good care of the land. Their interests included watching the Yorkton Terriers Hockey Team, watching other sports on television, travelling to visit their relatives and especially sightseeing. Gerald and Alice saw themselves much the same, quiet but very close to one another.
Funeral Services were held on Tuesday, November 26, 2013 from Heritage Baptist Church in Yorkton, Saskatchewan with Pastor Brian Kirsch officiating. The organist, Darlene Nelson, led the congregation in the singing of the hymns, “How Great Thou Art” and “Just a Closer Walk with Thee”. Trio, Christel Derow, Grace Goltz and Geraldine Goltz shared two selections, “Heaven Will Surely Be Worth it All” and “Saved By Grace”. The Interment Service followed in the Yorkton City Cemetery with Yvonne Schroeder, Bev Nygren, Ron and Carol Reimer and Myron and Shelly Knodel serving as the casket bearers.
When tomorrow starts without me and I’m not there to see; your eyes all filled with tears again, please see it differently. I wish so much you wouldn’t cry the way you did today, while thinking of the many things you didn’t get to say. I know how much you loved me as much as I love you. And each time you think of me, I know I’ll miss you too.
But when tomorrow starts without me, please try to understand, that an angel came and called my name and took me by the hand, and said my place was ready in heaven far above and that I’d have to leave behind all those I dearly love. And so I walked through heaven’s gate, I felt so much at home. For God looked down and smiled at me, from His great golden throne.
So when tomorrow starts without me don’t think we’re far apart, know that every time you think of me, I’m right there in your heart. Remember the joy, a friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, a touch. Lift up your heart and share with me and know you’re loved so much.
Friends so wishing may forward their condolences to the family by visiting http://www.christiesfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Christie’s Funeral Home & Crematorium, Yorkton, Saskatchewan.

.GETZ
Valentine “Val” Getz passed away suddenly, surrounded by his family at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary on Thursday, November 28, 2013, at the age of 85 years, beloved husband of Rose of Medicine Hat. He also leaves to cherish his memory two sons, Gary and Glen (Judy) all of Medicine Hat; two grandchildren, Dave (Victoria Fanous) and Jade; three sisters, Anna Becker, Frances Andersen and Martha Hegg all of Medicine Hat; three sisters-in-law, Anne Getz of Medicine Hat, Betty Porter of Nanaimo and Esther Hahn of Claresholm as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Eva and Anton Getz; three brothers, Nick, Chris and Tony and two sisters, Barbara Will and Eva Bangs. Val was born on October 28, 1928 on the family homestead five miles north of Schuler. He was the fifth of nine children. As an eager young man Val journeyed into Medicine Hat in search of work. After a brief spell as a section man with the C.P.R., he started working at Medalta Potteries in 1949. It wasn’t long before he caught the eye of a beautiful young co-worker named Rose. This was the start of a 63 year relationship. They were married on July 7, 1950 in Medicine Hat. That year he began working for Esso as a truck driver and continued to work there for 39 years. They were blessed with two sons, Gary and Glen. Val spent a lot of his time fishing and spending time with family and friends. Val had many passions throughout his long and happy life. He was an avid gardener, and loved everything about his garden; planting almost every vegetable there was to enjoy throughout the year. Val retired when his grandchildren were young so he could spend all his time teaching them his valuable gardening and fishing skills. He was loved by all hisfamily and friends and will be missed dearly. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Sunday from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and on Monday at the church from 9:30 – 10:25 a.m. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Sunday evening at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Monday, December 2, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. with Fr. Philip Le celebrant. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Medicine Hat and District Food Bank, 532 South Railway Street SE, Medicine Hat, T1A 2V6. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Val Getz, 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

.MAE MAGUIRE (nee PETER)
January 18, 1941 to November 25, 2013
We have a hole in our hearts today as the Maguire family announces the passing of our beloved Mom, Wife, Sister and Grandma in Medicine Hat, Alberta. Mom is predeceased by her loving husband, Jim. Remaining to remember her are son Trevor and his wife Deborah, daughter Shannon and husband Kurt, brother AJ and wife Marilyn, sister Joyce and four adoring granddaughters Meghan, Brianna, Chloe and Kira who knew her as “Grandma Sweetie”.
Mom grew up in Elkwater, Alberta where her father, Harry, was a forest ranger and mother, Hilda, ran the local store. She married Dad in 1959 and they moved to Brandon in 1972 where they lived for over 32 years raising their family and enjoying their cabin at Lake Metigoshe until they retired and returned to Medicine Hat.
Mom enjoyed the simple things in life: Saturday morning coffees with her sister, working in her amazing gardens, an iced tea on the cabin deck with the Turners or a rum and coke with her brother, traveling around the world with her friend Joan, scrapbooking with Deb, babysitting her granddaughters in Toronto and while there, doing a little shopping or taking in a show, and of course, her daily calls from Trevor and Meghan. She has been known to be late for coffee dates because she was tied up on a call with Trevor. The only rule was don’t phone Mom during a CFL game.
Mom, we will always love and remember you. Thank you for being part or our lives.
A private family service will be held at a later date at St. Margaret’s Church in Eagle Butte, Alberta. Donations in Mom’s memory can be made to Canadian Cancer Society #102 Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z8 or a charity of your choice. Cancer screening saves lives: we urge everyone to get tested.
To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Mae Maguire, 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

.PISONI
Luciano Pisoni passed away on Monday, November 25, 2013, at the age of 78 years, beloved husband of Maria Rosa Pisoni of 49 years. He also leaves to cherish his memory two sons, Mario (Stacey) and Ron (Michelle) all of Medicine Hat; four grandchildren, Aidan, Jonas, Tiana and Kalista; one brother, Italo (Rose) Pisoni of Medicine Hat and one sister Piera (Italo) Dal Molin of Medicine Hat; a sister-in-law, Anna Maria (Davide) Bleggi of Italy as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents Ersilia and Giacomo Pisoni and one sister, Coronata Pisoni. Luciano immigrated to Canada in 1953 at the age of eighteen and shortly after learned the trade of bricklaying which he enjoyed doing for thirty years. In 1963 he went back to Italy where he married the love of his life, Maria Rosa, and they returned to Canada to start a new life together. In the years that followed, Luciano enjoyed farming which he continued to do until his passing. Luciano was a highly skilled, creative individual. He had a knack for inventing unique, time-saving and power-increasing gadgets around the farm. He created personal wines as well as flavorful spices for cooking. He will be remembered as a remarkable individual who helped anyone who needed assistance. Luciano dearly loved his family and friends. His grandchildren held a special place in his heart; Nonno will be dearly missed. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Friday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 9:30 to 10:25 a.m. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish on Saturday, November 30, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. with Fr. Philip Le celebrant. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Carmel Hospice (St. Joseph’s Home) c/o 156 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, T1A 5M1. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Luciano Pisoni, 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