February 26, 2014

By Obituaries on February 26, 2014.

.1922 ~ MILLER ~ 2014
With deep sadness we announce the passing of Edward Miller on Saturday, February 22nd, 2014 at the age of 91 years. Edward leaves to cherish in his memory his wife, Gladys; his son, Ken (Marilyn) Miller; his grandchildren, Brent Miller (Sarah Giles), Andrea Miller (Brent Hopfauf), Sonia (Tony) Leahy, Landyn Schnell; his son-in-law, Glen Schnell (Victoria Westwood); sisters, Elsie Beres and Anna (Clarence) Stickel; sister-in-law, Marjorie Jeske; and many nieces and nephews. Edward was predeceased by his daughter, Laura Schnell in 2008; brothers, Henry, Emmanuel, Emil and Bill; sisters, Ida Christiaens and Emma Heckenliable. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Tuesday from 8:00 until 9:00 p.m. and on Wednesday from 12:00 until 12:55 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held in SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Wednesday, February 26th, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. A private interment will take place in the Family Plot at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Edward’s memory may be made to the Charity of One’s Choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Edward Miller. Radio funeral announcement can be heard on Tuesday around 11:45 a.m. on 93.7 Praise FM. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, “The Chapel in the Park”, locally owned and directed. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone (403)528-2599

.1957 ~ HEIDRICK ~ 2014
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dale Anthony Heidrick on Tuesday, February 18th, 2014 at the age of 56 years. He leaves to cherish his memory two daughters, Carri (Brandon) Robinson and their son Logan, and Andrea Heidrick; his mother, Frances Heidrick; brothers and sisters, Wayne (Sandy) Heidrick, Barry Heidrick, Karen (Don) Heller, Audrey (Rick) Flaig and Lynn Durbeniuk (Grant Knodel); brother-in-law, John (Sandy) Corcoran; nieces and nephews, Stacy, Kelly, Sean, Shane, Kerry, Ryan, Michael, Allison, Garrett, Brandon, Kara, Ashley, Brianna and Kaitlyn. He was predeceased by his father, Ralph; and his sister, Gerrie. Dale was born September 1st, 1957 in Empress, Alberta and was raised in Medicine Hat. He was quick to smile, and slow to judge. The Funeral Service will be held in SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Sunday, March 2nd, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. Following the service, there will be a come and go at Dale’s favourite place to eat and socialize, Sidetracked Pub, located at 403 North Railway Street SE, from 12 p.m. until 4 p.m. Memorial gifts in Dale’s memory may be made to the Charity of One’s Choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Dale Heidrick. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, “The Chapel in the Park”, locally owned and directed. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone (403)528-2599

.DREFS
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Warren Herbert Drefs, Friday, February 21, 2014 at the age of 78 years. Warren will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 52 years, Arlene, his daughters Nadine (Steve), Michelle (Galen) and Jacqueline (Glenn) and his grandchildren Stephanie, Vanessa, Eric, Nadina and Scott. He also leaves to cherish his memory his extended family and many friends. Warren was born June 12, 1935 in Biggar Saskatchewan to Rosalie and Henry Drefs. From his early years on the family farm, farming remained an important part of Warren’s life. Over the years Warren spent countless hours on his farms first in New Norway and then in Medicine Hat. His hands were a constant reminder of the years of hard work he so enjoyed. A strong contributor to his community, Warren served for 28 years as General Foreman/Manager of Communications and Electronics with the City of Medicine Hat. He was a member of the Palliser Triangle Health Advisory Council, the Alberta Safety Code Council and Chairman of the Board of Southview Church of God. He also enjoyed coordinating the Sound System at the Medicine Hat Stampede for many years. While an accomplished and talented individual, Warren will most be remembered by his family for being a Godly man and a loving husband, father and grandfather. A service honouring Warren’s life will be held in the Hillcrest Evangelical Missionary Church (3785 13th Ave SE) on Thursday, February 27, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Mark Bolender officiating. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Warren Drefs, 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

.HERBERT DEWALT
1943 ~ 2014
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Herbert Roy Dewalt, beloved husband of the late Margaret Rose Dewalt nee Carr, announce his passing at the Riverview Care Centre on Friday, February 21, 2014, at the age of 70 years. Herb was raised southeast of Medicine Hat by his mother, Rosie and lived most of his life in Medicine Hat with the exception of moving a few times to work away when necessary. He had two sons, Robert and Darcy with his first wife Margery (nee McLaren) Dewalt. In 1990, he married Barb (nee Pappaquash) Dewalt and in 2009, he married Margaret “Maggie” (nee Carr) Dewalt. He was a long term steward of his charges spending more than 30 years at Wolfery’s Dairy, Kappler Dairy and the Hatview Dairy Farm. His happiest days were spent tending to the cows in the early morning sunshine. In his working years, his evenings were spent with friends often at the bowling alley or as a young man fishing with his friend, Victor. To friends, Herb was a hardworking man who enjoyed the company of family, the Medicine Hat News, a bottle of Pepsi and chocolate bar. Left to cherish his memory are is sons, Darcy (Christy) Dewalt their daughters, Niya and Orla; Robert (Bernadeth) Dewalt and their sons, William and John; his brothers, Ruben (Ethyl) Dewalt and Harold Dewalt; sister-in-law, Dianne Dewalt (wife of Sam) and his best friend, Victor Mellinger. Herb was predeceased by his last wife, Margaret (Carr) Dewalt (2012); mother, Rosina “Rosie” (Adams) (Dewalt) Wodham (1992); sister-in-law, Marj Dewalt (2014); brothers, Sam Dewalt and Art Dewalt; sister, Frieda Butgereit. A Celebration in honour of Herbert’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Friday, February 28, 2014, at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Joseph Leavengood officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. (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

.HUST
Edward “Ed” Hust passed away on Monday, February 24, 2014, at the age of 79 years, beloved husband of Ida Heidinger-Hust of Medicine Hat. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Friday evening from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 1:00 – 1:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the St. Paul Lutheran Church (515 Sprague Way SE) on Satuday, March 1, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Ken Edel officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those who wish to remember Ed may direct their donation to the St. Paul Lutheran Church Building Fund, 515 Sprague Way SE, Medicine Hat, T1B 4A7. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Edward Hust, 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

.KLAIBER, Anne (nee Koenig)
August 20, 1917 – February 22, 2014

Anne Klaiber, incredible woman, cherished wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at The Beverly Centre Lake Midnapore on the afternoon of Saturday, February 22, 2014. Anne was a wonderful mix of warmth and strength, love and generosity. Anne’s cooking was legendary and she welcomed every person, be they stranger or friend, into her home with an open heart, good food and lively conversation. Her hugs were the warmest of hugs, which made everything seem right in the world. She was always happiest when surrounded by her children, grandchildren and great- grandchildren. Anne was predeceased by her loving husband Archie; her brother Elmore; and her great-grandson Quinlan. She is survived by her three sons, Bruce (Isabelle), Grant (Dona), and Dean (Nancy). She also leaves behind her greatest legacy, her grandchildren Andrea (Dennis), Brad (Jennifer), Elizabeth, Candice (Scott), Jeff (Eniko), Kristy, Francis (Carrie) and Katy; and her great-grandchildren Cooper, Tucker, Brock, Brady, Clara, Mary, Kobrin, Ariel, Kiana and Kora. We wish to express our deep gratitude to Cathy Bosiak and Cathy Liddle, who loved Anne like family, preserving her health and dignity over the past six years. In addition, we thank the caring and supportive staff at the Wheatland Lodge (Strathmore), Mayfair Centre, and the Beverly Centre Lake Midnapore (Calgary). We welcome all to join us in a memorial celebration of the life of this exceptional woman on Saturday, March 1, 2014 at Strathmore United Church (410 4th St.) at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. To send condolences, please visit Anne’s obituary http://www.wheatlandfuneralhome.ca.

.MARGARET ANNE MATTSON

January 26, 1928 ~ February 22, 2014

Margaret Anne Mattson passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Home Carmel Hospice on Saturday, February 22, 2014, at the age of 86 years. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Alvin Mattson, in August of 2013. Left to cherish Marg’s memory are her four children, Maureen Oster, Gordon (Cheryl) Mattson, Janice (Wes) Archer and Wayne Mattson (Sharla Butler). She is also survived by her sisters-in-law, Simonne Flynn (Medicine Hat), Ruth Gallagher (Redwood City, CA.), Irene Duncan (Winnipeg, MB.), Joyce Cutts (Niagara Falls, ON.), Enid (Bob) Plumb (Smokey Lake, AB.) and Joyce Mattson (Medicine Hat). Her memory will be treasured in the hearts of her 11 grandchildren, Jennifer, Stacey, Melanie (Steve), Heather (Jason), Rhianna (Will), Brennan (Dyan), Melinda (Neil), Ashley (Tyler), Alexandra, Danika and Cian as well as 16 great-grandchildren. Margaret was predeceased by her parents, Leonardand Etta Flynn; sister, Marion (Bill) Graham; brothers, Leonard (Leone) Flynn and Lyle Flynn; grandson, Jason Oster and son-in-law, Gordon Oster. Margaret was born and raised in Medicine Hat and worked at Maple Leaf Mills until marrying the love of her life, Alvin, following his return from the war. They made Medicine Hat their home where they raised their four children. She was a dedicated and loving mother and caring for her family was her greatest love and ultimate achievement. Margaret loved family gatherings, long walks and was a valued lifetime member of Westminster United Church. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. A Private family interment will take place prior to the service. The Funeral Service will be held at Westminster United Church, 101 – 6 Street S.E., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, February 26, 2014, at 2:00 P.M., with Reverend Jan Stevenson officiating. Special thanks to the incredible nursing staff at St. Joseph’s Home Carmel Hospice who made her final days wonderful. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Road S.E. Medicine Hat, AB., T1A?1Z8; St. Joseph’s Home Carmel Hospice, 156 – 3 Street S.E., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 5M1 or to the Westminster United Church Memorial Fund. Honoured to serve the family is COOK SOUTHLAND Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4V4. Telephone: 403-527-6455.

.RICHARDSON
Mr. Eric Richardson of Leader, Saskatchewan passed away at Maple Creek on February 22, 2014
at the age of 92 years. The Funeral Service will take place on Friday, February 28, 2014 at 2:00 P.M. C.S.T. from the Trinity Lutheran Church, Leader, Saskatchewan With Pastor John-Mark Bredeson officiating
Donations may be made to charity of donors choice in the Leader Community. Binkley’s Funeral Service Maple Creek & Leader in Charge of arrangements. 306-628-3644.

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