August 18, 2014

By Obituaries on August 18, 2014.

.1933 ~ RETELBACK ~ 2014
Mr. George Retelback beloved husband of Mrs. Kay Retelback of Medicine Hat, passed away on Thursday, August 14th, 2014 at the age of 80 years. George also leaves to cherish his memory two sons, Brad and Rod and extended family. George was predeceased by one son Kirby in 2000. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road S.E., on Friday, August 22nd, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. Condolences can be sent through http://www.saamis.com or condolences@saamis.com. Funeral arrangements 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

.1960 ~ BROWN ~ 2014
It is with great sadness that the family of Brant Wayne Brown, known to friends as “Brownie”, announce his passing on Monday, August 11th, 2014 at the age of 54 years. Brant will be forever remembered by his three sons, Andrew (Barbara), Justin (Shinobu) and Corey (Hope); their mother and lifelong friend Karen; his brother, Scott (Chere); and sister-in-law, Arlene. Brant will also be remembered by his extended family, including his brother-in-laws, Ed (MJ) and Hank (Bev); as well as his nieces, Terra, Stefanie and Krista; and nephews, Shayne, Seth, Micah and Max.
Growing up in a military family, Brant spent his childhood living in many places with his parents, Bob (predeceased) and Norma (predeceased), along with his two brothers, Dwayne (predeceased) and Scott. The Browns loved Southern Alberta and settled in Suffield and finally in Redcliff/Medicine Hat. Brant graduated from CHHS in 1978 and became employed with CP Rail. Brant loved his career at CP Rail, first as a brakeman then finally as an engineer, the position he held until his retirement. Brant was very proud of his three sons from their sports days to their adult adventures and always looked forward to their calls. Although Brant liked to joke around, he took hockey seriously and loved watching the Calgary Flames. Brant’s family and friends will never forget his sense of humor and his ability to crack a joke at any occasion. A Private Graveside service will be held at Redcliff Cemetery on Friday, August 22, 2014; you are invited to share this day with Brant’s family, in a time of fellowship to be held at the Redcliff Royal Canadian Legion, 302 Broadway Avenue E, at 4:00 p.m. Those wishing to make a donation in Brownies memory may do so to Multiple Sclerosis Society, 101 – 1201 Kingsway Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 2Y2. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Brant Brown. 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

.EDWARD CODD
With his loving family by his side, Edward Ernest Codd went to be with his Lord on Sunday, August 17, 2014, at the age of 82 years. Ed was born in Assiniboia, Saskatchewan on June 27, 1932, the oldest son to Ernest and Mabel Codd. He was predeceased by both his parents and his eldest son, Wesley Alan Codd. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife of 58 years, Elizabeth; son, Richard and his children, Natawni, Lawson and Chayton; daughter, Wanda (Michael) Anctil and their children, Laura (Mike), Lisa (Damien) and Ashley (Ashton) Smith; daughter, Denice (Keith) Stewart and their girls, Hailey and Shelby. Edward’s life will be celebrated at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., on Tuesday, August 19, 2014, at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. Private family interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. (Condolences may be expressed by emailing the family: wanctil@memlane.com
Memorial donations in Ed’s name may be made directly to HALO12, 49 Viscount Ave. S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 5G4. Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

.IDA CHAMBERS
May 25, 1929 to August 13, 2014
It is with great sadness that the family of Ida Chambers (Seitz) announce that she passed away peacefully on August 13, 2014, at Bethany Care Home in Airdrie, Alberta. She was predeceased by her husband Alvin Chambers and her sisters, Freida Deering and Helen Aman. She is survived by her children – Vickie (Mike) Drader, Gary (Heather) Chambers, and Darrell (Marlene) Chambers, along with 6 grandchildren, 2 step- granddaughters, 12 great grandchildren and 1 step-great granddaughter, and her sister Lorna Earl and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 21, 2014. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. The family would like to invite everyone for lunch afterwards at Saamis Creekside Centre. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Society, 401D – 3rd Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 0G8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@ saamis.com subject heading Ida Chambers. Funeral arrangements 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

.JOB
Bud (Buddy) Louie Job passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2014, at the age of 73 years, beloved husband of Leona Job of Medicine Hat. He also leaves to cherish his memory three children, Sandra (Tom) Robins (their children Desirae and John), Jerome (Val) Job (their children, Cameron (Amy), Zack, Shane, Samantha (Mike), Shayla (Stephen) and Bonnie (Stewart) Kehler (their children, Deanna, Brittni and Jessica). Bud is also survived by one brother John (Joyce) Job and one sister in law Betty (Jack) Job as well as numerous nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters in-law. He was predeceased by his parents Martha and Louie Job and one brother Jack Job. Bud was born in the Empress hospital March 18th 1941.
The Job family lived in Burstall, Saskatchewan. When Bud was 5 years old they moved to Medicine Hat while continuing to farm the homestead. At the age of 16, Bud started working at Dominion Glass.
He purchased a 1960 Pontiac hard top, and added a state of the art record player which was bought on a trip to the states with his friend Ken Deck. It was his pride and joy! While working at the glass factory he met Leona and they were married April 30, 1962 in Medicine Hat. They had three children – Sandra, Jerome, and Bonnie. Dad enjoyed doing carpentry and creating leather work, such as purses, belts and wallets for friends and family. He also liked listening to country music; his favorites were Johnny Cash, Hank Williams, Hank Snow, Wilf Carter and Faron Young. Dad was very handy around the house. On more than one occasion he had some spare parts left over after his repairs were completed, but the item worked. Bud was employed by various manufacturing companies such as Knight Schmidt, Kustom Koach and other private contractors. His last employment was with the Public School District No. 76 until his retirement in 1987. The funeral mass will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Tuesday, August 19, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Philip Le celebrating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Medicine Hat and District Branch 102 73 7th Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1J2 or to The Arthritis Society, AB/NWT Division, 200, 1301 8th Street SW, Calgary, AB T2R 1B7. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading:Bud Job or you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.comand leave a message of condolence. Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

.LENNARD HOBLYN
Mr. Lennard Roy Hoblyn passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Wednesday, August 13, 2014, at the age of 82 years. At Roy’s request, no formal service will be held. 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

.VERNIE FERGUSON
1927 ~ 2014
With her family by her side, Mrs. Vernie Bernice Ferguson passed away peacefully while at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Thursday, August 14, 2014, at the age of 87 years. Vernie was born in Admiral, Saskatchewan and spent many years in Swift Current, Saskatchewan before moving to Medicine Hat in 1986. Family meant the world to her and she enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and great- grandchildren. She leaves her husband of 59 years, Frog (Allan) Ferguson and their three children: Donna (Gary) Schneider and their children, Jennifer (Joe) Steier, Aaron (Kate) Schneider and Haylee Schneider; Peggy (Thomas) Tuchscherer and their children, Travis Tuchscherer and Tanis (Mitch) Tuchscherer; Darcy Ferguson and his children, Drew and Drake (Laura) Ferguson; great-grandchildren, Sydney and Ryann Steier, Mack and Allegra Schneider. Vernie’s life will be celebrated at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street SW on Monday, August 18, 2014, at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Barrett Scheske officiating. Private family interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Vernie’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta. Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

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