July 7, 2014

By Obituaries on July 7, 2014.

.1920 ~ TENNANT ~ 2014
Mrs. Donna Tennant of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Mr. Alec Tennant, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2014 at the age of 94 years. Donna leaves to cherish her memory her children, Garda and Jim and their families. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed by 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

.1930 ~ CAMERON ~ 2014
James “Jim” Watson Cameron, beloved wife of Mrs. Jean Cameron of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, June 30th, 2014 at the age of 84 years. The Funeral Service was held Friday at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel. Memorial gifts in Jim’s name may be made to Alzheimer Society (Palliser Region). Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Jim Cameron. 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

.1940 ~ AKERSTROM ~ 2014
Shirley Ann Akerstrom, beloved wife of Jack Akerstrom of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2014 at the age of 74 years. The Funeral Service was held Saturday at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel. Memorial gifts in Shirley’s name may be made to Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Shirley Akerstrom. 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

.EDNA EBELHER
June 17, 1929 – July 5, 2014
With heartfelt sadness, we announce the passing of Edna Ebelher. The funeral mass will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Philip Le celebrant. A private interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Edna may be made to the Carmel Hospice (St. Joseph’s Home) c/o 156 – 3 St. NE, Medicine Hat, T1A 5M1. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Edna Ebelher, 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

.JAMES SAMUEL LENTZ
Feb. 16, 1946 ~ June 25, 2014
It is with sadness that the family of James Samuel Lentz, beloved husband to Hannelore Lentz, passed away suddenly on June 25, 2014, at the age of 68 years. James leaves to cherish his memory three children: Renita (Graham) Heisler, Dean (Deb) Lentz, Gina (Rob) Reesor; grandchildren, Georgia & Tytan Heisler, Samantha Lentz and Kiara & Blair Reesor; three sisters and one brother, Esther (Len) Tisnic, Violet Otto, Leonard Lentz and Marlene (Wayne) Morten; two brothers-in-law, Conrad (Lynn) Sonntag and Rick Sonntag. A Celebration of James’ life will be held at the German Canadian Harmony Hall, 1 – 1 Street S.E., Redcliff, Alberta., on Wednesday, July 9, 2014, at 4:30 p.m. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made in James’ name to a charity of one’s choice. (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.

.KOCH
Benedict “Ben” Koch of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2014, at the age of 82 years, beloved husband of the late Alice Koch. The funeral mass will be celebrated in the Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Monday, July 7, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Philip Le officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers sympathy donations can be made to Carmel Hospice (St. Joseph’s Home) c/o 156 – 3 St. NE, Medicine Hat, T1A 5M1. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Ben Koch, 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

.MARION K. SEPT
September 18, 1927 ~ July 4, 2014
It is with deep sadness the family of Marion K. Sept announces her passing on Friday, July 4, 2014. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Kathy (Glen), Don (Bev), David (Patty) and Greg Sept; grandchildren, Laura, Alissa, Robyn and Karli; and great grandson, Jaxon. She is also survived by her sister, Jerry Sharp. Marion was predeceased by her loving husband, Ray; her parents, Clayton and Idella Moore; and grandson, Mark Congdon. Marion was born in Medicine Hat and resided here her whole life. She was always active in the community being involved in the Kinettes, the Horticultural Society and Communities in Bloom. She loved her garden and flowers. She will be forever remembered by her family and many friends. A private graveside service will be held on Wednesday. Memorial gifts in Marion’s memory may be made to Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, c/o Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, 666 – 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6, or 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 Marion Sept. 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

.MURRAY JAMES RICHARDSON

December 3, 1932 ~ July 4, 2014

Murray James Richardson passed away peacefully while surrounded by family on Friday, July 4, 2014. Murray was born on December 3, 1932, in Neepawa, Manitoba, and grew up on the family farm as the oldest of 4. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Jacqueline Shirley (nee Stone); children: Tracy Thomson (Laurie) and their children, Callie Thomson (Josh Mathieu), Rory Thomson, Hailey Thomson (Joel Locken) along with great-grandchildren, Ciarra, Skyler and Hayden Mathieu, Olivia and Zen Locken; Derik Richardson (Jan) and their daughters, Ailish, Mackenzie and Abigail; Loni O’Hearne (Jimmy); their daughters, Cezanne, Christina and Tayler; daughter-in-law, Ann and her daughters, Jayme Richardson (Ron Mason) and Jodi Adrian (Phil) with grandchildren, Carter and Payten Adrian. He is also survived by his sister, Jean Collins (Ken) of Winnipeg, MB.; brother, Ron Richardson (Lois) of Penticton, BC. and sister-in-law, Dale Richardson of Spokane, Washington as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Murray was predeceased by his oldest son, Terrence; brother, Malcolm (Mac); nephews, Paul and Greg and his parents, Thomas and Elizabeth. Cats held a particularly special place in Murray’s life, and “Sassy” was his final pet. He had many treasured cats over the years and was incredibly attentive to their needs – to the point that one of his relatives once quipped, “When I die, I want to come back as Murray’s cat!” He Joined Manitoba Power Commission and obtained his Journeyman Lineman’s papers in 1954, having worked in several districts and on construction. Murray Joined CPL in June 1954, as Assistant District Manager at Red Deer and also served in Edmonton. He returned to Red Deer as Acting District Manager and Assistant until 1960, when he moved to Foremost as District Manager. Murray then served as District Manager at Holden, Warner and eventually retired as District Manager in Medicine Hat. Over the years and many communities in which he worked, Murray became involved in the Masonic Lodge, Chamber of Commerce, Lion’s Club and was even a volunteer firefighter. Murray was a patient teacher to his many grandchildren. He loved to visit, a skill he perfected during his many years working within the farming and ranching communities in which he was employed. He was a carpentry perfectionist and was always willing to lend a hand on both simple tasks and special projects for his family and friends. Murray was an avid hockey fan and loved to attend Tiger games. A Celebration of Murray’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Tuesday, July 8, 2014, at 2:30 p.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. Private Interment will take place prior to the service, and a time of fellowship will follow the service in the Cook Southland Reception Center. Though Murray lost his struggle with lung disease, the battle rages on as his daughter Tracy currently awaits a lung transplant. In lieu of flowers, those who wish to honor Murray may do so through a donation to Tracy’s transplant fund. Please ensure cheques are made payable to “Tracy Thomson Trust”, c/o Laurie Thomson, Box 1927, Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, S6H 7N6. (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.

.RONALD JOSEPH SCHNELL
March 11, 1931 – July 3, 2014
Ron will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. Ron passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2014 at the age of 83 years, surrounded by his family. Ron is survived by his 5 children, Tamara (Mark Schmidt), Roxanne (Wes Taylor), Greg (Cherry Dodge), Tracey (Todd Jones) & Natalie (Andrew Hudec); and by his 13 grandchildren, Stephanie, Madison & Markus Schmidt; Amanda & Ryan Taylor; Dayna & Kaylyn Schnell; Megan, Ben, Sam & Trisha Jones; and Erin & Zackary Hudec. Ron is also survived by his brothers, Don and Hugh Schnell. He was predeceased by his mother, Amelia; father, Frank; his brother, Lawrence; and his sisters, Shirley and Betty. Please join us for a celebration of his life at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 12th, 2014 at Eden Brook Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home, 24223 Township Road 242, Calgary. In lieu of flowers St. Joseph’s Carmel Hospice, 156 – 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1 would gratefully appreciate donations in Ron’s memory. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ron Schnell. 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

.WUTCH
Alethea “Lee” Mae Wutch (nee Kurpjuweit) of Medicine Hat passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2014 at the age of 74 years, beloved wife of the late Melvin Wutch. Born November 19, 1939 in Medicine Hat, she was raised on the family farm southeast of the city where she was her dad’s right-hand man. Alethea attended grade school at Wolchester and Willow Lake Schools then for high school, she boarded at Hillcrest Christian College in Medicine Hat and later attended Garbitts Business College. She married Melvin Wutch on August 2, 1958 and they moved into their first home where she resided until her health declined. On April 23, 2014 she moved into care at St. Joseph’s Carmel Hospice until her passing. She was an active gardener and long standing member of the Medicine Hat Horticultural Society. Her home reflected her love of flowers, decorating and crafting. It was featured on the Christmas Decorating Tour and her gardens were part of the Summer Garden Tour. Alethea won many awards for her flowers every year at the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede. After a long career in Real Estate & Property Management, she retired two weeks after her diagnosis of Mesothelioma in March of 2009. During her long courageous battle with cancer, she showed great strength, faith and tenacity. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Todd Wutch and Tricia (Brent) Mace all of Medicine Hat; four grandchildren, Curtis, Cody, Ryley and Taylor; one great grandson, Bradley; four sisters, Beatrice “Bea” (John) Virostek of Lethbridge, Marion Freimuth of Rainier, Marlyne (Russell) Johnson of Vauxhall and Edna McFall of Medicine Hat as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Martha and Norman Kurpjuweit, her husband Melvin on September 5, 2011 and her daughter-in-law Elaine Rieger on October 2, 2011. The family would like to thank Dr. Foley as well as a huge thank you to the wonderful staff at St. Joseph’s Carmel Hospice for their fantastic care and attention to Lee. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Tuesday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and at the church on Wednesday from 12:00 noon to 12:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the Hillcrest Evangelical Missionary Church (3785 13th Ave SE) on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Mark Bolender officiating. Internment 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 5M or to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre (Medicine Hat Regional Hospital) c/o 666 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 4H6. To email an expressions of sympathy, please direct to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Lee Wutch, or you may visit wwwpattisonfuneralhome.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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