December 22, 2014

By Obituaries on December 22, 2014.

.1919~ CHAYKOWSKI ~ 2014
Michael “Mike” Chaykowski of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Olga “Ollie” Chaykowski, passed away on Friday December 19th, 2014 at the age of 95. Mike leaves to cherish his memory two sons; Ron (Marilyn) and Michael (Karen) Chaykowski; three daughters Jackie (Richard) Frazer, Kathy (Ronald) Zollner, Pat (George) Klemen; 11 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren and one great great-grandson; sisters Josephine, Mary and Pauline as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mike was predeceased by his parents; his wife Ollie; a grandson Kevin Frazer; three brothers as well as three sisters. Mike was born in Cudworth Saskatchewan December 16th, 1919 to Tony and Annie. He was raised in Saskatoon SK, until he and his four siblings moved with his parents to Mildred SK to homestead where he stayed until he was 21 in December of 1940. In January of 1941 Mike enlisted in the Army and did his boot camp training in Regina, SK until he was sent up to Calgary, AB to finish out his basic training. Mike was stationed at CFB Suffield in 1942 for the rest of the war. In October of 1943 Mike married the love of his life Ollie. After the war in 1945 Mike and Ollie along with their family went back to Mildred to farm until 1950 when they returned to Medicine Hat. Mike started trucking with Robertson Transport and later worked for CP Express and Canadian Freight Ways until his retirement in 1979. Mike had a real passion for the violin and enjoyed camping at Cypress Hills as well as golfing and fishing. A private family internment will take place at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Those wishing to pay their respect can do so Monday December 22nd, 2014 at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel#1 Dunmore Rd SE from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 515 Sprague Way SE, on Tuesday December 23rd, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Ken Edel officiating. In Lieu of flowers donations may be made in Mike’s memory to the St. Paul Lutheran Church Memorial Fund 515 Sprague Way SE Medicine Hat, Alberta T1B 4A7. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Mike Chaykowski. 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~ BIEBER~ 2014
Violet Bieber went to dance in heaven with her beloved husband Len Bieber, daughter Rhonda Dirk and her parents Ryott and Eva Barroby on December 19th, 2014 at the age of 69 years. She leaves to cherish her memory, her son Ryan Bieber, grandchildren Brandon and Kayla Dirk, son-in-law Keith Dirk and 11 brothers and sisters and their families. A private family time of remembrance will take place at a later date. Funeral arrangements have been 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

.FRANCHETTO
Renato Fiorino Franchetto, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2014, at the age of 50 years, loving father of Katie Franchetto and husband of Karen Franchetto of Medicine Hat. He also leaves to cherish his memory his sister Loretta (Larry) Lutz and their children, Trevor and Krysten; one brother Marco (Sarah) and their children Santino and Dahnya as well as his aunts, uncles and other family members. Renato graduated from McCoy High School in 1982 and attended SAIT the following fall to study computers. After obtaining his degree, he realized he wanted to do something else and decided to obtain his teaching degree at the University of Lethbridge. He’d found his passion. For the next 30 years Renato gave to the children. His teaching career began in Fort McMurray. He touched the lives of countless staff, students their families and communities. He substitute taught in both the Medicine Hat Catholic and Public School Divisions. In addition he taught in both Burstall and Maple Creek, Saskatchewan. In 2011, he became the principal and upper years teacher of Spring Creek Hutterite Colony School. He was one of the most dedicated teachers around and often tutored his former students long after he had quit teaching them, even though busy with his own life, he always made time for them. Renato was a generous and caring man, a spiritual musician, a fabulous teacher, a wonderful brother, friend and loving father. He could pick up any instrument or hear a few notes of any song and be able to play it. Renato also enjoyed playing tennis and was good at it too. He spent many hours on the court. However, Renato’s greatest joy came later in his life, in 2009, when he and Karen became parents to their precious daughter Katie. He loved her more than can be written in words. Our hearts are broken, you left us much too early. We take comfort in knowing you are with Mom and Dad in paradise. Though the piano stands silent today, may the memory of the sound it made yesterday carry us all through tomorrow. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Sunday evening at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Monday, December 22, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Philip Le celebrant. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. An education fund for Katie has been set up. Those who wish to remember Renato with a donation may direct it to RBC Royal Bank 580 3rd Street SE, Medicine Hat (transit # 07599, account 07599-5050810 c/o Sarah Franchetto). To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Renato Franchetto, 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

.TURENNE
Dominique Joseph Turenne passed away on Friday, December 19, 2014, at the age of 83 years, beloved husband of Aline Turenne of Medicine Hat. He also leaves to cherish his memory four children, Gilles (Holly) and Raymond (Lori); Annette Turenne, Monique (Ron) Smith, and grandchildren, Jocelyn, Mitch (Audrey) (their children Kenadie, Sebastian), Mike, Hanna; Miranda (Lewis), Jason, Christopher, Nicolas, Alexis (her father Murray); two sisters, Noella (Ross) Matheson, Dorothy Turenne and sister-in-law, Yvette Turenne as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Olivine and Jean Turenne; one son Rosaire in 1979, and three brothers, Wilfred, Hector and Lucien. Born in 1931 in St. Pierre Manitoba, Dominique set out on his own at the age of 14, and proceeded to travelled across Canada working in construction. He moved with his wife and family from Winnipeg to Medicine Hat in 1977, building three separate family homes together with the help of his wife. He was well-loved member of Veiner Centre, and could often be found socializing with friends around the pool table. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Monday, December 22, 2014 from 7:00 p.m to 8:00 pm. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Tuesday, December 23, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. with Fr. Philip Le officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetry. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Carmel Hospice (St. Joseph’s Home) c/o 156 – 3 St. NE, Medicine Hat, T1A 5M1 or to Riverview Care Center, 603 Prospect Drive SW, Medicine Hat, ABT1A 4C2. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Dominique Turenne, 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

.WEATHERSTON
Marjorie Louise Hurlbut Weatherson of Medicine Hat passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2014, at the age of 96 years, beloved wife of the late Jim Hurlbut and the late Russ Weatherson. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Marjorie (Harvey), Persis (Gerald) and Dan (Fern); seven grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren and two great great granchildren. She was predeceased by her parents, Celena and Daniel Byam; her husband Jim in 1989; her second husband, Russ in 2006; five brothers, one sister and her son-in-law Francis Goller. Marjorie was born at home in Bow Island on October 29, 1918 to Dan and Celena Byam. She married Jim in 1941 and together they lived for a brief time in Calgary until her husband went to WWII. At that time Marjorie moved back to Bow Island. When Jim returned in 1948, they moved to Ralston where they resided until 1975 when they moved to Medicine Hat. While in Ralston, she was an active member of the United Church choir. After the passing of Jim, Marjorie married Russ Weatherston. Marjorie enjoyed singing, sports, dancing and being with her family. She will be missed by all. A memorial for Marjorie will be held at a later date. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Marjorie Weatherston, 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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