May 23, 2014

By Obituaries on May 23, 2014.

.1940 ~ ELCHUK ~ 2014
Mr. Marvin Elchuk of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Signa Elchuk, passed away on Sunday, May 18th, 2014 at the age of 73 years. Marvin leaves to cherish his memory one son, Rick (Connie) Elchuk of Medicine Hat; one daughter, Brenda Nicholson (Cliff Dell) of Medicine Hat; three grandchildren, Alyshia, Courtney and Tiffany; one brother, Dave (Darlene) Elchuk; six sisters, Sarah Westerman, Eileen (John) Griffin, Ruth (Emil) Krein, Shirley (John) Bazos, Audrey (Pat) Gray and Gladys (Dave) Herron; two sisters-in-law, Sheila (Beverley) Read and Linda Kristoffersen; as well numerous nieces and nephews. Marvin was predeceased by his wife, Signa; his parents, Thomas and Mary Elchuk; and two brothers-in-law, John Westerman and Tommy Kristoffersen. The family would like to thank all the staff at the Valleyview for taking excellent care of Marvin; he really enjoyed his time there. Thanks are also extended to Dr. W.A. Ruzycki and Karan Sweet for their years of wonderful care and Dr. P. Best, Dr. J. Foley and the nurses and staff of 6W at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. A Private Family Service will be held in HILLSIDE CEMETERY with Gary W. Goran officiating. Memorial gifts in Marvin’s memory may be made to the S.P.C.A. 55 Southwest Drive SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Marvin Elchuk. 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

.BERNICE HELEN HARTY

November 18, 1947 ~ May 20, 2014

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Bernice Helen Harty, beloved wife of Ron Harty of Etzikom, announce her passing at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Tuesday, May 20, 2014, at the age of 66 years. Bernice was born November 18, 1947 in Brooks, a daughter to proud parents, Morris and Nina Skrove. She spent her childhood years in Rolling Hills and this is where she also met her future husband, Ron. He made their dating official by offering her a black diamond promise ring that she gladly accepted. They made good of their promise to each other and were married on October 29, 1966 in Rolling Hills. They purchased a farm from family south of Etzikom and started their lives together. Not too long after, they purchased more land, moved into Etzikom and built their dream home in 1979. From this time forward, their hard work was evident as the farm flourished. Bernice took great pride in her home and meticulously maintained the yard, tended to her garden and raised the kids and paid great attention to the duties of a farm wife. Family was very important to her – she was the strong woman beside her man and supported her children and grandchildren in all of their activities – she was their #1 fan! Her sense of community was second to none as she selflessly dedicated herself in various capacities over the years. Bernice was a lady that was all in – if there was a cause she believed in, she would be the first to exhaust every effort to show support and make things happen. She was a proud member of Forty Mile Quilting Angels, an organization that makes quilts for patients and families affected by cancer. Bernice was the kind of lady that put others needs before her own and for this and all of her wonderful qualities, she was truly well liked and an inspiration to others. For the past five years, Bernice has been ill and since that time the bond between husband and wife grew stronger as Ron took good care of her until the time of her passing. Bernice’s memory will be cherished in the hearts of her family including her husband of 47 years, Ron; three sons and their families, Stacy (Diane) and their children, Michaela (Matt) and Colby; Shaune (Lee) and their children, Peyton, Gerret and Connor; Darcy (Danielle) and their children, Emily, Max, Elsie and Milo. She is also survived by a sister, Joyce (Leonard) Lundquist and a brother, Eric (Joy) Skrove as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. She was predeceased by her parents, Morris and Nina Skrove and a sister, Mary Lou Nielsen. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so one hour prior to the Prayer Service which will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Sunday, May 25, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat on Monday, May 26, 2014, at 10:30 a.m. with Reverend Father Fred Monk celebrant. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Bernice’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Road S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 1Z8. Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

.DARLENE DOANE
1938 ~ 2014
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved sister, aunt and friend, Darlene Lucille Doane on Monday, May 19, 2014. Respecting Darlene’s wishes there will be no formal funeral service. A private family internment will follow at a later date at Hillside Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Darlene’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Road, S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta. T1A 1Z8. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cook southland.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.

.MELITA KRAUSE
February 27th, 1922 to May 14th, 2014
Our dear Mother, Grandmother, and Oma passed peacefully from this life on Wednesday, May 14th, 2014 after a brief stay at Carmel (St. Joseph’s) Hospice. The last few weeks of her life showed the same pragmatic determination and quiet grace with which she lived her entire life.
She found life as a farm girl and wife challenging but rewarding. She had no regrets, excepting one which she shared. In her words, “I went to school for eight years and couldn’t continue to the next level because that school was 10 miles away. If the opportunity had been there I would have been a teacher (and a good one!). I decided that if I had children they would go for higher education if they wanted. They all fulfilled my dreams.” She instilled in her children a love of learning, a love of life, and the “common sense gene” which she had in abundance.
She is survived by four children, Peggy (Michael) Hansen, Dorothy (Marvin) Bender, both of Medicine Hat, Richard (Sherry) Krause of Calgary and Gordon (Sandy) Krause of Sioux Falls, South Dakota; grandchildren and great- grandchildren, Kevin (Anna) Hansen, Emily and Alec; Shauna (David) Krismer, Nian; Nicole (Vincent) Stein, Gavin and Avery; Carol-Lyn Retelbach; Laurel (Steve) Van Dam, Aidan, Megan and Joshua; Jodi (Bruce) MacKay, Norah and Noelle; Matthew (Christina) Krause, James and Hayden; Dan (Jordan) Krause, Jackson; Paul (Monaya) Krause, Annika, Ellis and Grant; Beth Krause; as well as sister, Rosie Scheifele; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Socializing and Volunteering played a large and important part of her life. She dedicated countless enjoyable hours to the Ladies Club in Hilda, the Post and Veiner Center in Medicine Hat in addition to the Ladies Aid and LWML at St. Paul Lutheran. The Wednesday coffee ladies were a cherished circle of friends who began meeting in the 1970s. As well she made many new friends after moving to the Chinook Village in 2004.
She was predeceased by her loving husband, Gustave Christian in September 2001; her parents, Alexander and Annetta (Dewald) Bauer; siblings, Fred (Irene) Bauer, Frieda (Louie) March, Martha (Reinhold) Krause, and Lilly (Jack) Leismeister; sister-in-law, Freda (Stan) Moore; brother-in-law, Otto Scheifele; and great-granddaughter, Sophia Stein.
She was baptised, confirmed and married at Zion Lutheran church near Hilda, Alberta. Her faith continued strong throughout her life and she thanked God for the many blessings He bestowed on her and hers.
The Funeral Service will be held in ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 515 Sprague Way SE, on Friday, May 23rd, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Ken Edel officiating. A Private Interment will follow in the Family Plot at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Melita’s memory may be made to the CNIB, #102, 520 – 2nd Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0C6, or to The Lutheran Hour, 660 Mason Ridge Centre, St. Louis, Missouri, 63141-8557, or to the Canadian Lutheran World Relief, 600 – 177 Lombard Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 0W5. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Melita Krause. Radio funeral announcement can be heard on Thursday 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

.PAUL HANNAH
1931 ~ 2014
It is with sadness that family of Paul Mark Hannah, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Katherine Hannah, announce his passing in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, May 21, 2014, at the age of 82 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced upon completion. (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

.SCHLENKER
Emil Schlenker passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2014, at the age of 91 years, beloved husband of “Jo” Schlenker of Medicine Hat. He also leaves to cherish his memory one daughter Willa (Walter) Posnikoff of Thornhill, Ontario. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Monday, May 26, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Kevin Johnston officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Salvation Army 164 Stratton Way SE), Medicine Hat, AB T1B 3R3. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Emil Schlenker, 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

.VIVIAN BEASLEY

September 6, 1921 ~ May 19, 2014

Mrs. Vivian Marjorie Beasley beloved wife of the late Mr. Henry R. Beasley passed away peacefully at St.?Joseph’s Carmel Hospice with family at her side, on Monday, May 19, 2014. Vivian was born in Nelson B.C., and resided most of her life in Redcliff. She worked at the Dominion Glass Factory in Redcliff and at the Redcliff Greenhouse in the Rose department for 36 years. Vivian was always young at heart and had a great sense of humor, her caring and kind nature spread to all especially her loving family. She enjoyed most sports, in particular baseball, and loved celebrating holidays, family dinners, watching movies and completing find word puzzles. She will be forever missed in the hearts of her daughters, Phyllis (Michael) Giammatteo, Evelyn (Wayne) Leblanc, Brenda Peterson; a brother, Wilfred Fairhurst; six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandsons. Vivian was predeceased by her first husband, Edward Handsaeme, second husband, Henry Beasley; son, Edward Handsaeme; son-in-laws, Herbert Kollross, Floyd Peterson; grandson, Lee Peterson; two brothers and two sisters. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff on 6 West and of St. Joseph’s Carmel Hospice. A Celebration of Vivian’s life will be held at Cook Soutland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Sunday, May 25, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz. Interment will follow later in the day at Prairie View Cemetery. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Vivian’s name may be made directly to St. Jospeh’s Carmel Hospice, 156 – 3 Street N.E., Medicine Hat, AB. T1A 5M1. Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

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