August 23, 2014

By Obituaries on August 23, 2014.

.1933 ~ RETELBACK ~ 2014
George Retelback of Edmonton, passed away on Thursday, August 14th, 2014 at the age of 80 years. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL. Memorial gifts in George’s name may be made to Alberta Cancer Centre Calgary Office1331 -29 Street NW Calgary, AB T2N 4N2. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading George Retelback. 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

.1959 ~ BROWN ~ 2014
Brant Wayne Brown of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, August 11, 2014 at the age of 54 years. A grave side service was held yesterday. Memorial gifts in Brant’s name may be made to Multiple Sclerosis Society101, 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

.CLARA BELLE BULIN (EVERTS)
Clara Belle Bulin (nee Everts) was born May 9, 1928. She passed away August 19, 2014. She was predeceased by her husband Glenn in 2003.
Clara was born in Pincher Creek and moved to Swift Current, SK where she and Glenn lived and raised their family: Glenna (Harvey) Herman, Terrie (Wayne) Truitt, Laurie (Udo) Rover and Barrie Bulin. Clara was blessed with 5 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
Clara will be remembered for her love of family, cards, dancing, sense of humour and zest for life!
The family will be having a private service as per Clara’s wishes.

.FISCHER
George Fischer passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2014, at the age of 92 years, beloved husband of Frieda Fischer of Medicine Hat. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Monday and Tuesday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and on Wednesday from 12:30 – 1:25 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Bob McGougan officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, NWT and Nunavut #124 – 430 6th Ave. SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 2S8 or to the Canadian Cancer Society #102 Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z8. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: George Fischer, 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

.KRAEMER, Sharon
1939 – 2014
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dearly beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend.
Sharon is survived by her three sons; Scott (Diana), Dave (Jane) and Jeff (Marty), two grandsons; Jack and Ben, her sister Sandy and a lifetime of relatives and friends.
She has now joined her loving husband Ivan and will be inurned with him at the Lakeview Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Kelowna, BC.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2014 at 2:00 pm at the Kelowna Golf & Country Club, 1297 Glenmore Road, Kelowna, BC.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Delta Hospice Society, 4631 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC, V4K 4L8 or to The Canadian Cancer Society, would be greatly appreciated.
Condolences, videos, pictures and stories can be shared at http://www.deltafuneral.ca
Delta Funeral Home
(604) 946.6040

.WILMA JOHANNE SILCHER
1923 – 2014
Wilhelmine (Wilma) Johanne Silcher (nee Lange) passed away peacefully after a long fulfilling 90 year journey through life at the St. Joseph Carmel Hospice on August 21, 2014 with her family by her side. Mom was born to Heinrich and Thekla Lange on December 6, 1923 in Osnabruck, Germany. She enjoyed attending school and helping her mother look after her siblings. After completing school she worked at a number of positions where she was able to provide additional food and clothing for her family during the war.

In February 1950 she met Helmut Silcher and married him on August 25, 1951. In May of 1956 Helmut suggested that their small family make their new home in Canada. Wilma, a total city girl, was quick to agree so they took their two young children and by way of the ship the “Seven Seas” landed in Quebec City and from there they traveled four days on a train to finally disembark in Medicine Hat which remained her home.

Wilma gave up her beautiful damask bed linens to fill them with straw to make mattresses for her family. She took to this strange life learning from her relatives and neighbours the art of making bread, growing a garden and transitioning into a proud Canadian. During these years three additional children joined the family.

Mom did not judge anyone. She knew that each person came with their own personality and way of doing things. She never offered advice unless she was asked. She embraced each person and welcomed them into her family. She was well known for her excellent cooking and baking skills. Everyone was always welcomed at her table especially on “Bun” day!

As her children grew and the grandchildren arrived she started working on various needle craft projects. We all have lovely woolen afghans, socks, hats and mittens. She was known for her baby layettes and always had a stockpile hidden in her closet.

Mom was lovingly called “Oma” not just by her grandchildren and great grandchildren but also by others who accepted her as a friend and used this as a word of endearment.

Wilma was a devoted wife. She supported her husband, Helmut in all of his ventures; be they work related, sports, travel or having everyone over for a meal. She spent many happy years at the Elkwater Cabin watching her children, grandchildren and their dogs grow.

Wilma was able to stay in her own home until May of 2013 when she moved to “The Wellington”. Her journey took her to the Carmel Hospice where she spent her final days. The family is very grateful for the exceptional care that she received from her tong-time friend and physician Dr. Jeraj, the staff of “The Wellington” and the kind and loving care to her and the family at the Carmel Hospice.

Wilma was predeceased on June 29, 1990 by her much loved husband, Helmut. She was predeceased by all her siblings and all of Helmut’s siblings.

Remaining to cherish her smiles, laughter and memories are:
Hannelore (Gerald) Kulpe and their son Kristopher
Willi (Connie) Silcher and their children; Jason (Carla Stern) and Jesse
Hinz (Janice) Silcher and their daughter Shannon (Jason Beattie)
Rita (David) Olsen and their children; Steven (Cara); Debbie (Michael
Niebergall) and Susan (Mike Bellrose)
Monika (Eddie Doehring) and their children Crystal, Aaron, Chelsea, Caitlin
and Nick
Great Grandchildren: Aubree, Jada, Myla, Emrynn, Edwin, Ezra, Claire,
Matthew, Oliver, Greyson, James, Caiden, Airik, Caleb, Gavin, Leah,
Odessa and Canyon.

She also leaves to mourn her passing numerous nieces and nephews both here in Canada and in Germany.

Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so on Monday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. only. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Tuesday August 26, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. 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 5M1. To email an expression of sympathy, please direct it to pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Wilma Silcher, 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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