June 25, 2014

By Obituaries on June 25, 2014.

.1928 ~ SPENCER ~ 2014
Mr. Percy Edwin Spencer of Bow Island passed away on Monday, June 23rd, 2014 at the age of 85 years. Percy leaves to cherish his memory his friend, Elsie; two sons, Bruce (Pam) Spencer of Lethbridge and Glenn (Susan) Spencer of Pincher Creek; one daughter, Dale Robinson of Bow Island; three grandchildren, Ryan Spencer, Joel Robinson and Wendy Robinson; three great-grandchildren, Elsie, Aidrik and Nash; two step- grandchildren, Adam and Katie; one brother, Sid Spencer; one sister, Mary Roughton; one nephew, Alan (Laurence) Roughton and their daughter, Emily; and one niece, Helen Spencer. Percy was predeceased by his parents, Percy and Elizabeth Spencer; as well as four brothers and sisters. Percy was born on December 17th, 1928 in Hathern, England. Before moving to Canada, he played soccer for Manchester United. For most of his life in Canada he worked for the Alberta Liquor Control Board. Percy also worked for the County of Forty Mile. He enjoyed the little things in life and taking a drive through the mountains and prairies. Percy loved art in many forms; painting and listening to Big Band music were some of his favorite. A Private Funeral Service will be held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel with Gary W. Goran officiating. A private interment will take place at Empress Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Percy’s memory may be made to Pleasant View Lodge, c/o Forty-Mile Foundation, P.O. Bag 6700, Bow Island, Alberta, T0K 0G0. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Percy Spencer. 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

.ANNIE KLASSEN

January 25, 1928 ~ June 22, 2014

Annie Klassen of Medicine Hat moved peacefully to heaven on Sunday, June 22, 2014, at the age of 86 years. Mom was born in Glenwood, AB., on January 25, 1928. After losing her mother at a young age, she struggled through her childhood years and was forced to leave home at age 15 years. Mom took on several manual labor jobs such as cleaning houses, working on a sugar beet farm as well as harvesting hops. Following that, she chose to go to Bible School at Herbert, SK., where she met her lifelong partner, David Klassen and they were married on November 5, 1948, making Kelstern, SK., their first home. Dad and Mom celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary last fall. Mom enjoyed working with her hands and produced countless articles of handiwork such as quilts, tablecloths, greeting cards, ceramics, Barbie and doll clothes and so much more. She enjoyed selling her homemade goods at craft sales and in fact was in the middle of several projects when she fell ill. When her children were young, she made all their clothing. Mom was a master at whatever craft or sewing project she chose to do. Another one of her passions was going to garage sales. Along with Dad, she also enjoyed hosting their own garage sales both in Swift Current and Medicine Hat, holding many of them over the years. Mom was also a good cook and homemaker. In her younger years, she also enjoyed gardening. Using her gift of hospitality, Mom loved hosting missionaries and Bible School students in her home. She also encouraged all her children to be exposed to music and piano lessons which inspired countless hours of singing around the piano. Mom liked to laugh and reminisce and enjoyed the ‘pestering’ from her sons-in-law. Often, she was quick witted and liked to joke with them as well as play practical jokes on them. It was when she had that twinkle in her eye, we knew she was up to something. She was passionate about home decorating and always tried to keep up with the times. Dad and Mom’s home was frequently freshened up with a coat of new paint or got some new wallpaper hung to match the latest set of furniture in the front room. She was also an immaculate housekeeper, very organized and liked having everything in its place. Mom will be lovingly remembered by her caring and faithful husband, David; children, Marjorie (Emory) Ediger of Waterloo, ON., Lorna (Ron) Silvester of Moose Jaw, SK., Cheryl Dueck of Medicine Hat and Rick (Arlynn) Klassen of Vanderhoof, BC.; grandchildren, Kevin Ediger, Kerri and Chris Stoermer, Wanda and Dave Smith, Marcy Ramage, Jamie and Chris Terrio, Jim Dueck and Corinne Yates, Jeremy Dueck, Heidi Knudson and step-grandson, Sterling Parker; great-grandchildren, Joshua and Makayla Stoermer; stepgreat- granddaughter, Teala Stoermer; Katelyn and Keely Smith, Wyatt and Houston Ramage, Nathan Terrio, Brooklyn Yates and step-great- granddaughter, Aleaha Yates, Gracie Houghtaling. She is also survived by sisters-in-law, Martha Redekopp, Martha Klassen and Caroline Klassen as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mom was predeceased by her son, Jimey, at the age of 16. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so in the Droxford Baptist Church (10 miles south of Uren) on Thursday, June 26, 2014, between Noon and 12:50 P.M. A Graveside Celebration of Annie’s life will commence at the Droxford Cemetery (immediately next to the Droxford Baptist Church) at 1:00 p.m. A time of fellowship will immediately follow at the Chaplin Community Complex, Chaplin, SK. In addition to these services, a come and go tea in celebration of Annie’s life will be held in the Harvest Dining Room at The Wellington, 1595 Southview Drive S.E., Medicine Hat on Friday, June 27, 2014, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The come and go celebration will begin with a short program at 1:30 p.m. (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. Telephone: 403-527-6455.

.ELIZABETH BURR
1917 ~ 2014

“Not all of us can do great things
but we can do small things
with great love”
~ Mother Teresa ~

With family by her side, Elizabeth Eustina Burr (nee Schafer) beloved wife of the late Stanley Burr, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Monday, June 21, 2014 at the age of 97 years. She was born on January 17, 1917 in Senate, SK., the fifth of six children to Stephan & Franziska Schafer (nee Feth). Elizabeth resided comfortably at the Haven of Rest for two years following a lengthy stay at St. Joseph’s Home under the loving care of the Carmelite Sisters. She was predeceased by her husband, Stan in 2004 and was the only surviving member of her siblings. Elizabeth will be lovingly remembered by her children, Dixie (Dennis) Bohnet, Norma (Gary) Demke, Norman (Pam) Burr; six grandchildren and 10 great- grandchildren. She was a gentle, loving, graceful soul, friend to all and a faithful servant of God. Mom, your work on earth is done! Fly with the Angels! You will be missed. Those wishing to pay their respects will have the opportunity to do so one hour prior to the Prayer Service and one hour prior to the Funeral Mass. Vigil Prayers will be recited at St. Joseph’s Home (Chapel), 156 – 3 Street N.E., Medicine Hat, AB., on Wednesday, June 25, 2014, beginning at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Joseph’s Home (Chapel), on Thursday, June 26, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Father Alphonse Narisetty celebrant. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. A time of fellowship will follow in the lower hall at St. Patrick’s Church, 238 – 2 Avenue N.E., Medicine Hat, AB. Memorial donations in Elizabeth’s name may be made to South Country Village, 1720 Bell Street S.W., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 5G2 (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.

.JOYCE ODY
1923 ~ 2014
It is with sadness that the family of Joyce L. B. Ody announce her passing while at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Sunday, June 22, 2014, at the age of 90 years. A Celebration of Joyce’s life will be held in the Cook Southland Reception Center, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta on Saturday, June 28, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. (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.