January 5, 2015

By Obituaries on January 5, 2015.

.1920 ~ FUCHS ~ 2014
Lydia Fuchs of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late George Fuchs, passed away on Tuesday, December 30th, 2014 at the age of 94 years. The Funeral Service was held Saturday at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL. Memorial gifts in Lydia’s memory may be made to The Alzheimer’s Society or to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Lydia Fuchs. 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

.1924 ~ KNODEL ~ 2014
Earl Knodel, beloved husband of Barbara Knodel of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, December 30th, 2014 at the age of 90 years. Earl also leaves to cherish his memory one son, Brian (Cecily) Knodel of Seven Persons and their children, Kyle and Madeleine; and one brother-in-law, Bob Sturgess of Medicine Hat. Earl was predeceased by his parents, Valentine and Martha Knodel; and his sister, Ida (Irene) Sturgess. A Private Family Funeral Mass was held at HOLY FAMILY PARISH with Father Philip Le, celebrant. Interment followed in the Roman Catholic Section at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Earl’s memory may be made to AJ’s Loan Cupboard, PO Box 45006, MacKenzie Drugs Postal Outlet, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0B1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Earl Knodel. 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

.1929 ~ REITER ~ 2014
Armella Catherine Reiter of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late August Reiter, passed away on Monday, December 29th, 2014 at the age of 85 years. The Funeral Mass was celebrated Saturday at HOLY FAMILY PARISH. Memorial gifts in Armella’s memory may be made to The Alzheimer’s Society or to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Armella Reiter. 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

.1932 ~ LOWTHER ~ 2014
Barbara Lowther of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Edward Lowther, passed away on Tuesday, December 30th, 2014 at the age of 82 years. Barbara leaves to cherish her memory her children, Alfred (Jean) Lowther, Brian (Iona) Goldie, Randy (Debra) Goldie, Brett (Anne) Goldie, Adrianne Lowther, and Maureen (George) Wrzyszcz; ten grandchildren; numerous great- grandchildren; one brother, Ken Chugg; two sisters, Irene Cull and Lynne Lamb; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Barbara was predeceased by her parents, Everrett and Florence Chugg; two great-grandchildren; and one brother, Gordon Chugg. Barbara will be remembered for her devotion to her service clubs, The Royal Purple and The Eagles. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Memorial gifts in Barbara’s memory may be made to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation, #124, 430 – 6th Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Barbara Lowther. 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

.1938 ~ DECK ~ 2015
Marlene Deck, beloved wife of Pius Deck of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, January 2nd, 2015 at the age of 76 years. Marlene leaves to cherish her memory her two sons, Dwayne (Tracy) and Kevin (Heidi); three grandchildren, Deidra, Olivia and Kimberly; four brothers, Robert (Delores) Hellman, Charles (Grace) Hellman, Lloyd (Diane) Hellman and Ron (Debbie) Hellman; three sisters, Eilene Andrews, Clare Miller and Rose (Glen) Moen; three brothers-in-law, Joseph (Veronica) Deck, Lucas (Maxine) Deck and Ken Deck; two sisters-in-law, Marion Paraschuk and Caroline Urban; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Marlene was predeceased by her parents, Nicholas and Theresa Hellman; one grandson, Dawson Deck; five brothers-in-law, Warren Andrews, Gerry Miller, Frank Deck in infancy, Leo Deck, and Steve Paraschuk; and two sisters-in-law, Betty Deck and Rosemary (John) Stevenson. Marlene spent her school years in Richmound and Prelate and married Pius Deck on October 5th, 1959 in Richmound. She was a hairdresser for approximately 12 years. Marlene and Pius spent 10 years in Regina and also lived in Melfort and Prince Albert before returning to Regina and eventually moving to Medicine Hat in 1980, where they have remained since. Marlene loved camping, gardening and weekend excursions with Pius. Her family, especially her grandchildren, were her pride and joy. Marlene will be deeply missed by all those who knew and loved her. Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be said at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Wednesday, January 7th, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at HOLY FAMILY PARISH, 1451 Strachan Road SE, on Thursday, January 8th, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. with Father Albert Sayson, celebrant. A Private Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Marlene’s memory may be made to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation, #124, 430 – 6th Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8, 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 Marlene Deck. 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

.1944 ~ HOLE ~ 2014
Clara “Jane” Hole, beloved wife of the late William “Bill” Hole passed away on Friday, December 26th, 2014 at the age of 70 years. She leaves 3 children, 6 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren to cherish her memory as well as many friends. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Thursday, January 8th, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. A Private Interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Jane’s memory may be made to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8W8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Jane Hole. 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

.1978 ~ CLARK ~ 2015
On January 2nd, 1997, Darlene Roberts (Bruno) was welcomed into Heaven. Eighteen years later on January 2nd, 2015, she couldn’t wait a minute more to hug her son, Daniel James Clark as he joined her. Danny was born in Bow Island on November 28th, 1978 and was raised in Medicine Hat. He leaves behind his sons, Johnathan James Clark and Darian Vine. Also left to grieve him are his dad, George Clark; his sister, April Roscoe; and his niece and nephew, Madison and Nathan; as well as an extremely large family of aunts, uncles and cousins. Spending time with family was the most important thing to Danny, especially his son, Johnathan. He was a loving and devoted father. Danny graduated from McCoy High School and carried on to become a Heavy Duty Mechanic. He worked for various oil and gas companies in Southern Alberta and always called his crews his other family. Danny loved to laugh. He was a prankster and always had that mischievous grin on his face. He loved hunting and fishing with his Uncle Ed, tinkering around on vehicles, and just spending time with his family. Danny had the hugest heart, a soft soul, and the ability to make those around him feel loved. He would do anything for a friend and you could always count on him in a pinch. Danny’s presence will always be felt in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. We are all comforted knowing that he was welcomed into Heaven by his grandparents, John and Shirley Bruno and Della Clark and his mom, Darlene. A Celebration of Danny’s Life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, Ortona Room, 702 – 2nd Street SE, on Thursday, January 22nd, 2015 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Dan Clark. 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

.BRENDA YEE
1966 ~ 2014
Brenda Yee passed away while in the loving care of her Alfred Egan Home family in Bow Island, Alberta on Saturday, December 27, 2014, at the age of 48 years. Brenda was born on August 10, 1966, in Wetaskiwin, Alberta. She lived with her family until November 26, 1971, when she was admitted to Wetaskiwin Centre at the age of 5 years. On August 27, 1982, she was admitted to the Baker Centre, then three years later moved to the Fort Macleod Special Development Unit (1985) where she lived until moving to the Alfred Egan Home on August 14, 2006. Brenda was a gentle-spirited woman with a contagious giggle and eyes that spoke volumes. She enjoyed holding hands with staff and volunteers and loved listening to stories and books being read to her. Brenda will be sadly missed by her staff and friends at Alfred Egan Home. She is survived by her parents, Shing and Fay; brothers, Roger and Robert and sister, Donna. A Funeral Service honouring Brenda’s life will be celebrated at the Alfred Egan Home, 941 – 1 Street East, Bow Island, Alberta on Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Sheila McLeod officiating. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is COOK SOUTHLAND Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455.

.DOLLFUSZ, LOTHAR ANTHONY
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lothar (Tony) Anthony Dollfusz on December 24, 2014.
He was born in Hamburg, Germany on May 12, 1947. His family moved to Canada in June of 1956 and eventually settled in Bow Island, AB. This is where he met and married his wife Linda on December 11, 1971. They had three and six grandchildren together; Tony (Colleen) and Sparrow and Mia Star, Cathy (Mark) and Conor, Zachary and Mckenna, Jeff (Monique) and Karlee. They raised their family and lived in Fort Saskatchewan, AB for 33 years.
Lothar is survived by his wife, children and grandchildren as well as his sisters; Jutta Thomas and half-brother Josef Dollfusz.
Lothar and Linda enjoyed travelling to many places over the years, and Lothar loved camping, boating, fishing! He was also a member of the ERCS RC Flying Club and the Fort Sask. RC Club, it was a hobby that he did for decades and it gave him a lot of happiness. Lothar was a truck driver for over 30 years and had many adventures and stories to tell.
The family would like to extend their gratitude to Dr. Pfeifer and the staff at the Fort Saskatchewan Hospital for their extraordinary care and compassion of Lothar in his final days.
He was a husband, father, grandpa, brother, uncle and a friend. His passing has left a hole in our hearts that will never be filled again. We love you and miss you so very much, may you rest in peace.
A Memorial Service will be held for Lothar at First Memorial Riverview Chapel, 11090-86 Avenue in Fort Saskatchewan on Saturday January 10, 2015 at 1:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Stollery Children’s Hospital at stollerykids.ca

.HARVEY VERPY
1937 ~ 2015
Mr. Harvey Verpy, beloved husband of the late Dorothy Verpy, passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Saturday, January 3, 2015, at the age of 77 years. Further announcements will follow upon completion of the arrangements. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is COOK SOUTHLAND Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4V4. Telephone: 403-527-6455.

.JESSE – GEHRING
Ida Jesse – Gehring of Medicine Hat passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2015 at the age of 101 years, beloved wife of the late, Gustave “Gust” Jesse and the late Ted Gehring. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Ida Jesse – Gehring, 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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