March 12, 2014

By Obituaries on March 12, 2014.

.1922 ~ WOYCIEHOUSKI ~ 2014
With broken hearts we announce the passing of Dorothy May Woyciehouski on Sunday, March 9th, 2014 at the Good Samaritan Society Residence. Dorothy was the beloved wife of Clarence Woyciehouski for over 68 years of marriage. Dorothy was born on March 22nd, 1922 in Manyberries, Alberta, the oldest child of Stanley and Kathleen Carter. On January 1st, 1946, Dorothy married Clarence Woyciehouski and had their two children in the 1950s, Wayne (Esmeralda) of Calgary and Merna (John) Bazian-Ramberg of Lethbridge. She also leaves to cherish her memory three grandchildren, Lance Bazian (Shannon) of Louisiana, Danielle Outhet (Kevin) and Steven Everett (Lindsay), both of Calgary; and two great-grandchildren, Maddox and Jacek Bazian. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Friday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and at the CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS, 7 Saamis Rotary Way SW, on Saturday from 2:00 to 2:45 p.m. in the Relief Society Room. The Funeral Service will be held in the CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS on Saturday, March 15th, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. with Bishop Prince officiating. Interment will take place in the Family Plot at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Dorothy’s memory may be made to the Good Samaritan Society, 550 Spruce Way SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1B 4P1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Dorothy Woyciehouski. Radio announcement can be heard on Friday around 11:45 a.m. on Praise 93.7 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

.1924 ~ ORTT ~ 2014
Albert William Gordon “Bill” Ortt of Medicine Hat passed away on March 8th, 2014 at the age of 89 years leaving his darling wife, “Freddie”; his three children, Bonnie (Dave) Bertsch, Richard, and Terry; his seven grandchildren, Brent, Darren, Krystal, Michelle, Monica, Nicolle and Richard Jr., five great-grandchildren, Winter, Ava, Miarah, Grace, and Wrenn; his brother, Frank; his sister, Marge; and many nieces, nephews and friends to remember him. Bill was predeceased by his parents; his brothers, Carl, George, and John; and numerous close brothers and sisters-in-law and cousins. Born in Grenfell, Saskatchewan on April 11th, 1924 to John and Mary Ortt, Bill grew up on the family farm North of Grenfell working hard and playing hockey and softball with his brothers, cousins, and neighbours and skiing down the Qu’Appelle Valley on homemade skis. After working at the Atlas Steel plant in Welland, Ontario to support the WWII war effort, Bill met, fell in love with and married “Freddie” Unverricht with whom he spent the last 67 years of his life. After their marriage the couple farmed together, first North and later South of Grenfell. Bill was an excellent farmer and was very proud of his line of “green” equipment. In 1988, Bill and Freddie retired to Medicine Hat to be near Bonnie and Dave and family. Bill was an avid sportsman and retirement gave him more time to watch his favourite teams, the Blue Jays and Maple Leafs. He and Freddie spent much of their time on the golf course where they made and enjoyed the company of many new friends. They continued their faith journey at St. Paul Lutheran Church where many more new friends were made and much fun was had! New neighbors also played an important role in their retirement life. For many years the couple wintered in Barbados golfing, swimming, gardening and generally enjoying their escape from the cold Canadian winters while he honed his skills at Cribbage and Bridge. Bill’s tenacity and faith in God got him through a 25-year battle with cancer and osteoarthritis. His love for Freddie only grew as she declined due to Alzheimer’s disease. Our thanks to the Staff at the Good Samaritan Society for the compassionate care provided at the end. A Graveside Service will be held at the Grenfell Cemetery, Grenfell, Saskatchewan, at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 12th, 2014 with coffee and visiting to follow at Peace Lutheran Church. A Celebration of Life will be held in Medicine Hat on April 12th, 2014. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church, 515 Sprague Way SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1B 4A7, or to Peace Lutheran Church, 816 Anderson Street, Grenfell, Saskatchewan, S0G 2B0, or to the Good Samaritan Society, 550 Spruce Way SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1B 4P1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Bill Ortt. 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 ~ HADLER ~ 2014
Darrell Brent Hadler, beloved husband of Dianna Hadler of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, March 11th, 2014 at the age of 56 years. Darrell also leaves to cherish his memory two children, Chad Hadler and Michelle (Chad) Hurlbert and their families. The Funeral Service will be held in HILLCREST EVANGELICAL MISSIONARY CHURCH, 3785 – 13th Avenue SE, on Friday, March 14th, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Steve Pahl officiating. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Darrell Hadler. 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

.1965 ~ KEELER ~ 2014
Krista “Krissy” Keeler, beloved wife of Danny Lewis of Medicine Hat, passed away on Saturday, March 8th, 2014 at the age of 48 years. Krissy also leaves to cherish her memory two sons, Darren Keeler and Kevin Keeler; one brother, Dean (Michelle) Gobel; and two sisters, Kathleen Gobel and Elaine Gobel. Krissy was predeceased by her parents, William and Lorraine Gobel. At Krissy’s request, no formal funeral service will be held. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Krissy Keeler. 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

.GIESBRECHT
Sarah Giesbrecht of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2014, at the age of 90 years, beloved wife of the late Cornelius “Con” Giesbrecht. She leaves to cherish her memory three children, Rod (Joan) Giesbrecht of Lethbridge, Bernard (Judy) Giesbrecht of Port Coquitlam and Bradford (Julie) Giesbrecht of Camano Island, Washington; four grandchildren, Lisa Gayle (Steve) Pompa (their son, Liam), Jennifer (Tim) Remple (their children, Nate, Laney and Essie), Jonathan (Kaelyn) Giesbrecht and Johanna Giesbrecht; two sisters-in-law, Doris Redekopp and Ida Redekopp as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Anganetha and Gerhard Redekopp; her husband Con on April 21, 1992; three brothers, Pete, Dave and John; three sisters, Neta Heppner, Mary Janzen and Anne Ethier. The funeral service will be held in the Crestwood Mennonite Brethren Church (2348 Dunmore Road SE) on Thursday, March 13, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor John Willems officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Gideons International in Canada 177 – 415 28 St. SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8P9. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Sarah Giesbrecht, 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

.SCHNEIDER
Rosie “Rose” Lucy Schneider of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2014, at the age of 82 years, beloved wife of the late Michael Schneider. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Friday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 9:30 – 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 the Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Saturday, March 15, 2014 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 Parkinson Society of Southern Alberta, #101, 928 Allowance Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3G7. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Rose Schneider, 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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