January 16, 2015

By Obituaries on January 16, 2015.

.1920 ~ BALAZSI ~ 2015
Alex Balazsi passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital at the age of 94 1/2 years. Alex, the second youngest of five children, settled in Rabbit Lake, Saskatchewan in 1929 with his family when they emigrated from Hungary. As a teenager, he worked as a farm labourer before enlisting in the Canadian Army serving proudly until his discharge in 1945. Re-entering civilian life, he worked in the coal mines of Drumheller and the hard rock mines of Uranium City. He also worked in Australia and in New Zealand on the Mana Puri Hydro Electric project. Upon returning to Canada via tramp steamer, Alex worked as a cat skinner grading in the gravel pits for the road paving crews throughout central Saskatchewan. He then worked in a veteran’s nursing home in Saskatoon until retirement. Alex married his beloved wife, Louise Balazsi in 1967 and they began a long love affair of travel overseas and on the road. Their trusty motor home would take them to southern Nevada in the winters, down the Oregon coast, up the Alaska highway, and all the way to Vancouver Island. Alex is survived by his three children, Paul James Jantzen of Surry, BC, Paulette (Blake) McCarthy of Nanaimo, BC, Robin (Richard) Smith of Edmonton, and their mother, Nellie Jaroch of Summerland, BC; his step children, Bernice (Per) Sakstad of Medicine Hat, Alvin (Lil) Stange of Claresholm, Pat (Bill) Zajac of Calgary; 11 grandchildren; 15 great- grandchildren; and 3 great-great- grandchildren; his sister, Mary Kundar of Claresholm; his sister-in-law, Hermina Balazsi of Rabbit Lake; as well as many nieces and nephews. Alex was predeceased by the love of his life, Louise Balazsi; one stepdaughter, Yvonne and her husband, Jaye Bowlen; two brothers, Joseph and John; and three sisters, Elizabeth, Helen and Julia. A Celebration of Alex’s Life will be held at CHINOOK VILLAGE, 2801 – 13th Avenue SE, on Saturday, January 17th, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. with Chaplain Lance Duncalfe and former Chaplain George Brandt, co-officiating. Interment will take place at a later date in St. Peter Lutheran Cemetery, Claresholm. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Alex’s memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Alex Balazsi. 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

.1922 ~ MANZ ~ 2015
Sarah Manz of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Louie Manz, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, January 12th, 2015 at the age of 92 years. Sarah leaves to cherish her memory two sons: Barry (Phyllis) of Richmound, Saskatchewan and Ron Manz (Pam Wilson) of Oyama, British Columbia; four grandchildren, Rick (Shauna) Manz and his children, Brandon, Shylo and Trinity Manz; Cory (Laurie) Manz and their children, Mckayla and Ryley Manz, Jessica (Samuel) Ross and their children, Blake and Carson; and Jeff (Kassandra) Manz; one sister, Kathleen Pallett; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Sarah was predeceased by her husband, Louie; and her parents, John and Mary Macdonald. Mom (Grandma) touched the lives of many with her kindness and smile. She had a green thumb and was proud of her flowers and vegetables. When she moved to Medicine Hat she enjoyed planting flowers at the Cypress View. Mom enjoyed knitting and was happy to donate many slippers and blankets to those less fortunate. Her past times includedwatching her sports “Go Roughriders”, playing bingo and cards, and doing crossword puzzles. Mom enjoyed spending time with her family and was always eager to help out in any way. She is now joined with her one true love, ourDad (Grandpa). A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Memorial gifts in Sarah’s memory may be made to Alberta Heart and 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 Sarah Manz. 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

.1927 ~ MUTTON ~ 2015
Norman Leland “Lee” Mutton, beloved husband of Agnes Mutton of Medicine Hat, passed away on Saturday, January 10th, 2015 at the age of 88 years. The Funeral Mass was celebrated yesterday at HOLY FAMILY PARISH. Memorial gifts in Lee’s memory may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Lee Mutton. 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

.1944 ~ MASER ~ 2015
Larry Maser, beloved companion and best friend of Deb Earl of Redcliff, passed away on Saturday, January 10th, 2015 at the age of 70 years. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL. Memorial gifts in Larry’s memory may be made to the Medicine Hat and District Health Foundation. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Larry Maser. 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

.1946 ~ SQUIRE ~ 2015
With loving memory our family wishes to announce the passing of our wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and dear friend, Janet “Marlene” Squire on January 6th, 2015. The Funeral Service will be held atSAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, onFriday, January 16th, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. withReverend DonFriesen 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

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.BULLIN
Jack Fraser Bullin passed away at his home on Sunday, January 11, 2015, at the age of 91 years. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife June. He also leaves to cherish his memory his son Stewart (Therese) Bullin of Medicine Hat; five grandchildren, Christopher Bullin (Meg Huntington), Mike (Natalie) Bullin, Brent Twast, Darrin Twast, Mark Twast (Brianna Courage); two great grandchildren, Mason and Emerson; two sisters, his twin Margaret Wiebe and Agnes Jabausch; a sister-in-law Polly Bullin and June’s family: Barb (Rob) Stadnick, David (Joyce) Bodie and their families. He was predeceased by his parents, Anna and Frank Bullin; his first wife Rose on December 5, 1985; one daughter Paulette (Terry) Twast; his brothers, Pete (Helen), Frank (Gladys) and John Bullin; two sisters, Helen (Harry) Wall and Ann Piquette; two brothers-in-law Frank Wiebe and Ferdinand Jabausch. Jack was born on March 20, 1923 in Aberdeen, Saskatchewan where he was raised on the family farm. He later moved to Saskatoon where he worked at various jobs such as a butcher for Safeway, a mechanic for CP Rail working on locomotives, a finishing carpenter and operating his own grocery store and gas station. He and his son Stewart moved to Fernie, B.C. in 1973 where they began their construction company “Bullin’s Construction”. In 1988, Jack and his son moved to Medicine Hat and continued with their construction company until Jack passed away. Jack enjoyed hunting, horses, dogs and playing with his grandchildren. He enjoyed going back to Saskatchewan to visit his family on the farm. The highlight of his travelling days was with his wife June on a Safari to Africa, a balloon ride over the Serengeti and a chance to see unique wildlife. Jack was a proud man and instilled many of his values in his grandchildren. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Saturday from 12 noon to 12:55 p.m. ** please note change of service day and time** The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, January 17, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Jack Bullin, 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

.DOUG LOCHART
1955 ~ 2015
Mr. Douglas William Lochart, beloved husband of Mrs. Rhina Lochart, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Saturday, January 10, 2015, at the age of 59 years. Doug will be forever remembered in the hearts of his wife, Rhina; children, Jessica, Carla (Leigh), Dallas (Kelci); step-children, Lovelie and Bernard Liboon; grandchildren, Blaze, Shyra, Rhyder; brothers, Bob (Evelyn), Randy (Nico) and Rick. He was predeceased by his parents, William and Fern; siblings, twin brother, Donald; sisters, Linda and Carla. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, on Friday, January 16, 2015, between 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. A time of visitation will also be offered starting one hour prior to the Celebration of Doug’s life which will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Saturday, January 17, 2015, at 1:00 p.m. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes Association, #102, 73 – 7 Street S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 1J2. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

.ELLIS
Elizabeth Patricia “Pat” Ellis of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2015, at the age of 87 years, beloved wife of the late Lynn Harper Ellis. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, John (Joanne) Ellis, Lynne “Babe” Ellis (Brian Harradence), Clay Ellis (Michell Moore), Kathy Yellow Horn and Heather Ellis; ten grandchildren, Ian, Lucas, Jacob, Krystine, Sage, Richard, Kaytlyn, Kaz, Lehi and Ezra; five great grandchildren and her brother, Bob (Frankie) Craig. She was predeceased by her parents, Elsie and William Craig; her husband, Lynn Harper Ellis; five brothers, Lloyd, Bill, Jim, Ace and John; three sisters, Doreen Cooksley, Isabelle Ross and Viola Amundson. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, January 17, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Pat Ellis, 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

.HOOK, KEN
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we the family announce the passing of our beloved Father and Grandfather. Ken passed away January, 10, 2015 in Fort McMurray Alberta at the age of 57 years. Left to cherish his memory are his loving daughter Trina, his son Brent (Andrea), his grandsons, Effram, Seth, & Ryan, who brought him so much joy. Also left to cherish his memory is his former spouse and best friend of 40 years Deb, as well as many family members and friends. Ken will be truly missed. A private burial will be held in Medicine Hat Alberta at a later date.

.LORAN
September 4, 1948 ~ January 13, 2015
RICHARD LORAN, beloved husband of Sharon Herman Loran, of Barnwell, passed away suddenly at home on Tuesday, January 13th, 2015 at the age of 66 years.
He is the loving father of Roxane (Dart) Wooden of Edmonton, AB. and Devry (Megan) Loran of Medicine Hat, AB. and the caring grandfather of Brady, Sydney & Colby Wooden and Owen Loran.
He is survived by his mother Margaret Loran, siblings Bill (Carol-Leah) Loran, Elinor (Fred) Regner, Bev (Ray) Francis, Leonard (Lori) Loran, Terry (Terry) Sawchuk, Pat (Gord Brayton) Loran, Kathy (Les) Meyer, as well as brother-in-laws Bob (Vi) Herman and their children, Sheri-Lynn (Derek) Taylor and their kids Ethan & Asia, Mandy Herman (Ricky) Morin, Alison Herman, brother-in-law Brian (Devi) Herman and their daughter Brianne (Adam) Clark and their child Micah, in addition to his numerous nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by Adam Loran (father), Stuart Westall (brother-in-law), Paula Francis (niece), as well as Irene Herman (mother-in-law).
Richard (Rick) was born in Leader, Saskatchewan and went to school in Brock and Rosetown, Saskatchewan. He moved to Calgary at 17 years of age and got his mechanics ticket at S.A.I.T. He worked in Calgary then Lethbridge at Chinook 66 Service Station, and then he and Sharon opened Chinook Auto Service. They retired to Barnwell in June 2013.
Rick won many awards in baseball, curling, and his passion, golf.
He was a loving family man who cherished caring for others. He always had a positive attitude and was a man of peace.
He will be hugely missed by all.
A Prayer Service will be held at ST. BASIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH – 604-13th Street North, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, January 16th, 2015 at 7:00 P.M. with Maureen Condon Horon officiating.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. BASIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, on Saturday, January 17th, 2015 at 10:00 A.M. with Father Kevin Tumback, Celebrant. Cremation to follow at Cornerstone Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers & in memory of Richard, donations can be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association – #204, 2323 32nd Avenue N.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2E – 6Z3 or to the Heart & Stroke Foundation – Box 2211, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1J – 4K7.
Honoured to serve the family, CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1. Telephone (403) 381-7777. E-mail: care@cornerstonefh.ca

.PATERSON
Rev. David Paterson of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, formerly of Medicine Hat, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2015 at the age of 78 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. To email an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: David Paterson, 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

.RESSLER
Peter John Ressler passed away on January 14, 2015 at the age of 90 years. He leaves to cherish his memory two sons; Dennis (Bonnie) Ressler of Kelowna, BC; and Cyril (Audrey) Ressler of Medicine Hat; five grandchildren, Dean (Amanda) Ressler, Lethbridge; Kristin (Warren) Senft, Calgary; Dustin (Jenna) Ressler, Bermuda; Kaitlin Ressler (Chris), Medicine Hat; Clayton Ressler (Jessica), Okotoks; eight great grandchildren; three sisters, Mary Miller, Veronica Getz, Theresa Mardian all of Medicine Hat and many nieces and nephews. Peter was predeceased by his wife Elizabeth (Betty) Ressler, parents Mike and Elizabeth Ressler; brothers Valentine, Jack, Nick and George; sisters Agnes Lerner, Katherine Duchscherer, Angelina Eresman and Florence Faichuk. Peter was born on the home farm near Fox Valley on February 22, 1924, and spent his childhood there. He married Elizabeth (Betty) Schmaltz on September 23, 1946 in the Johnsburg Church, Fox Valley. They lived and worked in Taber for a year before moving to Medicine Hat in 1950. Peter worked for the City of Medicine Hat as a heavy equipment operator for 33 years, retiring in 1985. Peter was an avid bowler, bowling for more than 30 years in various leagues, and winning awards. He loved to fish – both summer and winter. Peter loved his family and always had a story to share. Peter’s smile and bright blue eyes will be forever missed. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, January 17, 2015 at 3:30 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. A private interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society 401D 3n rd Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0G8. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Peter Ressler, 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

.SMITH, MICHAEL – Mr. Michael Smith, 16 year member of the Plumbers and Pipefitters Union, Local 496, passed away January 12, 2015. The Officers, Members & Staff wish to express their deepest sympathy.

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