December 13, 2014

By Obituaries on December 13, 2014.

.1927 ~ WEISS ~ 2014
Herb Weiss, beloved husband of Matilda Weiss of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, December 7th, 2014 at the age of 87 years. The Funeral Service will be held at ST. PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH, 758 – 8th Street SE, on Saturday, December 13th, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. Memorial gifts in Herb’s memory may be made to St. Peter Lutheran Church Memorial Fund or to the charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Herb Weiss. 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

.1947 ~ PERRIOR ~ 2014
Don Perrior of Medicine Hat passed away on Monday, December 8th, 2014 at the age of 67 years. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at ST. PATRICK’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH. Memorial gifts in Don’s name may be made to Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, c/o Medicine Hat Health Foundation, 666 – 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading “Don” Perrior. 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

.”Cuddle Time” with the Waterton cabin’s “Favorite Storyteller”
Leslie Mary Beny – passed away December 11, 2014 in Victoria, B.C.
A very precious soul, whose heart was so full of love for her family….
I’m Gone……
I’ve come to the end of my journey
and I’ve travelled my last weary mile,
Forget if you can, that I ever suffered
And remember only my Smile.

Forget to grieve for my going,
I would not have you sad for a day,
But in summer just gather some
“Purple Carnations”
and place them where I will lay.

And come in the evening
When the sun paints the sky in the west,
Stand for a few moments beside me
and remember only my best….

Moms, 15 grandkids, 21 great grandkids and their parents will gather in the summer for her final farewell.
To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Frances Beny, 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

.A week ago today, family and friends gathered in Cook’s Chapel to bid farewell to a wonderful man, Ray Person. His family truly honoured his life in personalizing the service… Life Celebrant Getz led the congregation and paid tribute to a man who was a friend to all he met… A video tribute of photos from days past captured his memory while the song, “Candle In The Wind” softly played in the background… Ray’s time spent over countless cups of Tim Hortons coffee while visiting with many of his friends, gave true meaning to the life he treasured most… in the fellowship that followed – family and friends shared in one last cup of Tim Hortons coffee in Ray’s memory.
Our hearts ache with sadness
And secret tears do flow;
And what it meant to lose you
No one will ever know.
His Life Lived…
His Life Cherished…
His Life Honoured.
Courtesy of Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

.This past Monday, many family and friends gathered at Holy Family Parish to celebrate the life of Ralph Hertz, who passed away one day shy of his 84th birthday. Father Philp Le expressed the joy in Ralph’s love of farming including raising and supporting his family on the farm throughout his life… the choir led in some of Ralph’s favorite hymns which were sung by the congregation… Immediately following the interment at Hilliside Cemetery, everyone enjoyed fellowship back in the Parish Hall.
God saw you getting tired
When a cure was not to be,
He put his arm around you
And whispered, “Come to me!”
His Life Lived…
His Life Cherished…
His Life Honoured.
Courtesy of Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

.REGINALD CHARLES NUTTER
January 5, 1921- Dover, England
December 9, 2014 – Calgary, Alberta
It is with deep sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Reg Nutter at the age of 93 years. He was pre-deceased in July 2005 by his wife Hilda, whom he married on January 31, 1942. He is survived by a son Richard (Donna), a daughter Pamela, three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother Geoffrey (Daphne) and was predeceased by his parents Charles and Agnes Nutter and his sister, Rita Blackman (Allan), all of England. He received his early education in England and Malta. He served as a pilot with the Royal Air Force throughout the Second World War and was one of “The Few” of Battle of Britain fame. He achieved the rank of Flight Lieutenant and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross in 1945. He was the last surviving member of the 1940 formation of Squadron 257. While posted to Canada in 1941 as a Flying Instructor with the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan he met his future wife, Hilda Flynn, in Medicine Hat, Alberta. After discharge in 1946 he immigrated to Canada and the family settled in Medicine Hat. For many years he was employed by the Canadian Pacific Railway. He later attended the University of Alberta (Calgary) and upon graduation in 1964 joined the staff of St. Mary’s School, Medicine Hat. He remained there until his retirement in 1986. He served as Chairman of the Diocese of Calgary Pastoral Council under Bishop Paul O’Byrne for several years and was a member of both the 3rd and 4th Degrees of the Knights of Columbus.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, #100, 119 – 14 Street N.W., Calgary, Alberta T2N 1Z6. Funeral service will be held at St. Patrick’s Church, 1414 Shawnessy Blvd. SW, Calgary, at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 16, 2014. A private interment will be held in Medicine Hat on December 17, 2014. 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

.ROSS DODD
1949 ~ 2014
James Ross Dodd passed away in Medicine Hat on Tuesday, December 9, 2014, at the age of 65 years. Ross was born August 7, 1949 in Winnipeg, Manitoba and spent some of his childhood in eastern Canada near Halifax. In 1954, he moved with his mother, Mildred, to Toronto. In his youth, Ross became involved with Scouts Canada and later Air Cadets. These organizations provided many opportunities for him and he met each adventure with enthusiasm. At a young age, his parents parted and his mother would later introduce him to the man that would become his father and husband to Mildred. In 1965, Basil adopted Ross as his own and the family was official. In his adulthood, he travelled extensively and learned the culinary arts. He became an excellent chef and was employed with many high quality restaurants. Since 2001, he had resided in Medicine Hat where he most recently worked at the 3rd Street Market. Ross was a free spirit – a true hippie of his time. He had an extensive collection of records and tapes and was a huge fan of Pink Floyd. Ross was once a “roadie” with Pink Floyd and earned the respect of the band and had unlimited access and privileges – this was the essence of his life! Ross will be deeply missed by his father, Basil Dodd; brother, Howard Dodd (Cindy Meade); nieces, Victoria Dodd and Charlize Meade; nephews, Daniel Spiegel and Taylor (Dana) Meade as well as extended family in England. Ross was predeceased by his mother, Mildred in 2004. In honour of Ross’ life, a Graveside Service will be held at Hillside Cemetery on Monday, December 15, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. The procession will depart from Cook Southland at 9:50 a.m. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Ross’ name may be made directly to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 17, 702 – 2nd Street S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0E1. Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

.SCHEIFELE
Rosie Manda Scheifele of Medicine Hat, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2014, at the age of 88 years, beloved wife of the late Otto Scheifele. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Sidney (Judy Latosky) Scheifele, Sandra (Wayne) Heidrick and four grandchildren, Tyler Scheifele, B.J. Scheifele, Stacy (Dylan) McGregor and their son, Gavin; and Kelly Heidrick, one sister-in-law, Betty Becker and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Alex and Anita Dewald; her husband, Otto Scheifele; one grandson, Landon Scheifele; her brother, Fred (Irene) Bauer; her sisters, Frieda (Louie) March, Melita (Gust) Krause, Martha (Reinhold) Krause and Lilly (Jack) Leismeister; two daughters-in-law, Wendy Scheifele and Mary Jane Scheifele and her in-laws, Harold Becker and Clara (Max) Murschell.
Mom was born and raised in the Hilda district. She married Otto Scheifele in November 1946, and together they farmed and raised their children. They retired in 1979, and moved to Medicine Hat. Mom was happy that they were able to travel and see more of Canada. She also had more time for her needle work, quilting, camping and visiting with family and friends. Mom enjoyed being the doting grandmother and loved to spend time with her grandchildren. The recent addition of her great-grandson brought her great joy and she always looked forward to seeing him. Mom was quiet by nature and had a strong family bond.
Mom, Grandma, Oma – you will be missed.
Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the church on Monday from12:30 to 1:25 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the St. Paul Lutheran Church (515 Sprague Way SE) on Monday, December 15, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Ken Edel officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made 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: Rosie Scheifele, 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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