October 16, 2014

By Obituaries on October 16, 2014.

.1925 ~ WAHL ~ 2014
Emil Wahl, beloved husband of Alice Wahl of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, October 14th, 2014 at the age of 89 years. Emil also leaves to cherish his memory his children: Eddie; Ingrid (Andrew) Strange and their children, Philip, Victoria, and Elizabeth (Andrew) Thomson; David (Barb) and their children, Travis (Angel) and Jessica; Doris (Robert) Salmaso; and Alan (Bernadette) and their children, Jesse, Georgia and Hunter; two brothers, Gus (Ruth) and Alfred (Penny); five sisters, Olga Baumann, Erna (John) Straub, Elfrieda Franz, Adeline Didack, and Donna (Vic) Schneider; one sister-in-law, Joan Wahl; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Emil was predeceased by his parents, Gustav and Olga; his step-mother, Bertha; one brother, Erich; one sister, Elli (Gus) Weinheimer; and three brothers-in-law, John Baumann, Nick Didack, and Helmut Franz. Emil was born in Poland on July 27th, 1925. He immigrated to Canada joining his family in Medicine Hat. Emil was a carpenter and a farmer. He was also a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church and Choir. Emil will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by his family and friends. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and at ST. PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH, 758 – 8th Street SE, on Friday from 12:30 to 1:25 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at ST. PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH on Friday, October 17th, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. with Reverend Barrett Scheske officiating. Interment will follow in the Family Plot at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Emil’s memory may be made to St. Peter Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, 758 – 8th Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1M5 or to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 – 1865 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1Z8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Emil Wahl. 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

.1931 ~ FLAIG ~ 2014
William “Bill” Flaig of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Bernice Flaig, passed away on Wednesday, October 15th, 2014 at the age of 83 years. Bill leaves to cherish his memory his daughter, Kathy Flaig (David Yates) of Medicine Hat. A Private Graveside Service will be held at HILLSIDE CEMETERY on Monday, October 20th, 2014. Memorial gifts in Bill’s memory may be made to the Carmel Hospice at St. Joseph’s Home. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Bill Flaig. 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

.1942~ GARDINER~ 2014
With her heart full of love for the family she adored, Barbara Anne Gardiner passed peacefully Saturday, October 11th, 2014. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at FIFTH AVENUE MEMORIAL UNITED CHURCH. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that memorial gifts in Barbara’s memory be made to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre or to the Shriners Crippled Children’s Hospital. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Barbara Gardiner. 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

.1945 ~ STRAARUP ~ 2014
Isabel Straarup lost her 12-year battle against ovarian cancer on October 10th, 2014 at Medicine Hat, Alberta. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Thursday, October 16th, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. 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

.1954 ~ PEARTON ~ 2014
Brian Wayne Pearton of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, October 12th, 2014 at the age of 59 years. Brian leaves to cherish his memory his children, Daniel Pearton and Sherri Pearton, both of Medicine Hat; two grandchildren, Matthew and Andrea; as well as numerous extended family and friends. Brian lived life to its fullest and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. A Celebration of Brian’s Life will be held at a later date. Memorial gifts in Brian’s memory may be made to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre or to the Carmel Hospice at St. Joseph’s Home. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Brian Pearton. 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

.1970 ~ MAJOR ~ 2014
Craig Major of Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully with his parents by his side on Tuesday, October 14th, 2014 at the age of 44 years. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Saturday, October 18th, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Craig’s memory may be made to Brain Injury Rehabilitation Services in Medicine Hat or you may choose to plant a tree or shrub in Craig’s memory. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Craig Major. 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

.ERNIE GALLANT

1946 ~ 2014

With his loved ones by his side, Ernest “Ernie” Gallant, beloved husband of the late Debra Cantalini-Gallant, passed away after a brief battle with cancer at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Monday, October 13, 2014, at the age of 67 years. Ernie was born in Griswold, Manitoba on December 11, 1946, a son to proud parents, Phil and Olive Gallant. He grew up in the small communities of Corning and Welwyn, Saskatchewan and completed his schooling in Emerson, Manitoba. He lived in various communities throughout Saskatchewan and Manitoba before moving to Medicine Hat in the 1970’s. While in Medicine Hat, he met Debra Cantalini and they later married in August of 1991. Ernie was a charismatic fellow who always wore a wonderful smile and had a great sense of humour. His enthusiasm was contagious and it was easy to see why he was well liked and people were naturally drawn to him. All of these qualities made Ernie the man he was. Always a car buff, Ernie could be seen cruising around in his prized Camaro. With his keen interest in cars, it was suiting that he would spent most of his career in the auto industry. For nearly the past 25 years, Ernie was a dedicated and loyal employee of Murray Chev-Olds in Medicine Hat. During this time, many friendships were made. The bond he had with his co-workers was one of family and he was so very grateful for the support and care that saw him through some difficult times. Ernie was a true friend who really cared about the lives of those he knew, and they returned the same feelings. In his youth he was a tenacious hockey player and loved water skiing… in his more recent years, Ernie became addicted to the game of golf! He really enjoyed spending time on the course, golfing with his buds. He will be deeply missed by his friends and his memory will be cherished by his sister, Marian (Lynn) Switzer of Portage la Prairie; nieces, Tracy (Gordon) Walker and family, Rhonda (Daniel) Switzer-Nadasdi and family and Marni (Craig) Zamzow and family; special friends, Glenda Leitch, Clarence and Terry Bechtold and family and Brian and Lee Scobie and family. Ernie was predeceased by his wife Debra Cantalini-Gallant in March of 2013 and his parents, Phil (1986) and Olive (1973) Gallant. A Celebration of Ernie’s life will be held at the Medicine Hat Golf & Country Club, 10 Parkview Drive N.E., Medicine Hat on Saturday, October 18, 2014, at 1:30 p.m. with Reverend Chelsea Masterman officiating. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Ernie’s name may be made directly to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, 666 – 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6. Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

.MAUREEN DesHARNAIS

February 5, 1931 ~ October 13, 2014

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Maureen Joyce DesHarnais, beloved wife of Eugene DesHarnais, at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Monday, October 13, 2014 at the age of 83 years, with family members by her side. Maureen leaves to cherish her memory her daughters, Debbie Hintz, Cindy Good and Patty Henchel, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and many close friends. She was predeceased by her son, George Henchel, grandson, Trevor Hintz, son-in-law, Tom Good, her parents, Bill and Adeline Gill, brother, Jerry Gill, brother-in-law, Galvin DesHarnais and sister-in-law, Betty Miron. Maureen was born and raised in Medicine Hat where she attended many local schools including Alexandra High School. In 1950, Maureen was named Medicine Hat’s Teen Queen and this started a life of modelling for local dress shops which eventually led to her singing and dancing in musical theatre. From her first marriage in December 1951, Maureen had four children: Debbie, Cindy, Patty and George. In January of 1964 she lost her son. This was a very difficult time in her life but her strength and faith got her through. Maureen worked at the Medical Arts Clinic in Medicine Hat and Lethbridge in the early years of her life. She belonged to many service organizations throughout her lifetime which included Jaycettes, Royal Purple and later the Women’s Auxiliary at the Royal Canadian Legion. On March 15, 1972, Maureen married Eugene DesHarnais. During their years together, they travelled throughout Canada and to various locations in the USA. They were inseparable and you’d rarely see one without the other. Maureen’s interests throughout her life included modelling, dancing, golfing and her family. She was a classy lady and enjoyed dressing up each day and layering herself in her favorite jewellery… she loved to look striking! Later in life Maureen enjoyed walking at the mall or the Co-op, watching her grandchildren and their interests, visiting the local pubs where she enjoyed playing the VLT’s and attending the weekly meat draws at the Legion (which of course she never won Ha! Ha!). She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. The Celebration of Maureen’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., on Friday, October 17, 2014 at 11:00 am with Reverend Barrett Scheske officiating. Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com). Memorial donations in Maureen’s name may be made directly to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, 666 – 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4H6. 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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