February 2, 2015

By Obituaries on February 2, 2015.

.1929 ~ LAMBERT ~ 2015
Alice Margaret Lambert, beloved wife of Oliver Lambert of Medicine Hat, passed away on Thursday, January 29th, 2015 at the age of 86 years. Alice also leaves to cherish her memory one brother; two sisters; three brothers-in-law; two sisters- in-law; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Alice was predeceased by her parents; seven siblings; and three step-siblings. Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be said at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Wednesday, February 4th, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at HOLY FAMILY PARISH, 1451 Strachan Road SE, on Thursday, February 5th, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. with Father Albert Sayson, Celebrant. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Alice’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 Alice Lambert. 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 ~ O’DONNELL ~ 2015
Catherine “Sheila” O’Donnell of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Rudolf Winter, passed away on Saturday, January 31st, 2015 at the age of 84 years. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Tuesday from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m. Further arrangements will be announced when completed. Memorial gifts in Sheila’s memory may be made to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, c/o Medicine Hat and District Health Foundation. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Sheila O’Donnell. 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

.HELFRICH
It is with deep sadness that the family announces that on Thursday January 29, 2015 Cecilia Helfrich beloved mom, grandmother, great grandmother and friend passed away at the age of 83 years. But she is rejoicing as her loving and lifetime friend, Tony and her two boys, Rod and Bernie met her at heaven’s gate. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Art (Jeanette) Helfrich, Rhonda (Jerome) Mastel, Yvonne and (Curtis) Eirich; her daughter-in-law, Sandy Helfrich; eleven grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; three brothers, John (Mary) Kosolofski, Sam Kosolofski and Ralph (Ann) Kosolofski; two sisters, Terry (Adam) Mastel and Pauline Both as well as extended family and friends. Cecilia was predeceased by her parents, Eva and Anton Kosolofski; her husband Tony on March 21, 1998; her two sons, Rodney and Bernard and many numerous family and friends. Family and friends will gather for prayers at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Monday February 2nd at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be held in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) at on Tuesday February 3rd at 10:30 a.m. with Fr. Albert Sayson celebrant. The family wishes a private interment which will follow at the Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers expression of sympathy may be made to the A.L.S. Society, Suite 250 4723 1 St. SW, Calgary, AB T2G 4Y8 or 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.nets24 subject heading: Cecilia Helfrich, 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

.LAZAR GEORGE ANDJELIC
September 7, 1952 – January 27, 2015
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother at the age of 62. He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Savka, his sons Sava and George (Lenka) and daughter Nada Andjelic. He is also survived by his precious grandson Nikola and sisters Zora (Doug) Warwickand Angela Andjelic. Lazar is predeceased by his parents Jovan and Gladys. Also left to cherish his memory are many nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. Lazar was born in Medicine Hat Alberta where he had the happiest of childhoods. In 1967 the family moved to Golden until he completed high school and then moved to Calgary where he met Savka. They married in 1975, lived in Hope B.C. and finally settled in New Westminster. During his 25 years in sales he was employed by Frieden Fine Foods, Gainers Meats, and Fletchers Fine Foods. He was a dedicated salesman providing quality products and service to his customers. In his last years he took great pride in his landscaping business and the care and attention he provided to his clients. His passion was being with his animals and nature. As a young boy he raised dozens of homing pigeons which he continued to do throughout his life. He was an avid member of the North Road Racing Pigeon Club. Lazar was a long time and active member of St. Sava Serbian Church and community. A funeral service will be held at St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church, 505 East 63rd Ave., Vancouver, B.C., at 12:00 p.m., Saturday, February 7, 2015with Very Reverend Miroslav Dejanov officiating. Interment to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, 3789 Royal Oak Ave., Burnaby, B.C. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church, Vancouver or to the BC Cancer Foundation (150 – 686 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1G1 or online at http://www.bccancerfoundation.com). Condolences may be offered to the family at http://www.bellburnaby.com

.NEIL DRAGLAND
1958 ~ 2015
It is with sadness that the family of Neil Dragland announce his passing which occurred in Bow Island at the age of 56. Neil is survived by his father, Vern Dragland; his mother, Margaret (Ian) Anderson and his brother, Lyle Dragland. He was predeceased by his brother, Glen Dragland. A Celebration of Neil’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Monday, February 2, 2015, at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Norman Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery with a time of fellowship and refreshments thereafter in the Cook Southland Reception Facility. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Neil believed strongly in helping children. Those wishing to remember Neil may do so through a donation to the Children’s Wish Foundation, 39 Somerset Dale S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1B 0G9 or to the Shriners Hospital for Children, P.O. Box 1201, Station Main, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 7H3. Honoured to serve the family is COOK SOUTHLAND Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4V4. Telephone: 403-527-6455.

.RHODA BAIN
1917 ~ 2015
Mrs. Rhoda Evelyn Bain (nee Crockford), beloved wife of the late Mr. James Bain, passed away with her family at her side on Thursday, January 29th, 2015, at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, at the age of 98 years. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her daughter, Linda Pearson of Calgary; two granddaughters, Tracy (Mike) Anderson of Hussar, and Cindy Pearson of Calgary; two great- grandsons, Colten Anderson and Dexter Pearson; one sister-in-law, Bev Crockford of Medicine Hat. She also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews. Rhoda was predeceased by her husband Jim Bain; daughter, Sharon Campbell; sons-in-law, Doug Pearson and Elwood Campbell as well as all her siblings including sisters, Cicely and Caroline; brothers, James, Ray, Len, Jack, Scotty, Rodney, Walter and Colin. Rhoda was born January 13th, 1917 in Medicine Hat, and was married in 1941. After the war was over, they moved to Edmonton, where they resided until Jim’s retirement. Shortly after that, they made their way back home to Medicine Hat. Rhoda’s life will be celebrated at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, February 4, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Lance Duncalfe officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery with a luncheon thereafter in the Cook Southland Reception Facility. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Rhoda’s name may be made directly to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, 6007 – 1A Street S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2H 0G5 or to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Road, S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1Z8. Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

.VAUGHAN HULLOCK
1931 ~ 2015
Mr. R. Vaughan Hullock passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Thursday, January 29, 2015, at the age of 83 years. Vaughan will be remembered by his wife, Mary Armstrong and his son, Todd (Jocelyn) Hullock. Vaughan’s life will be silently remembered with ceremonial placement in the Hillside Cemetery garden. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Vaughan’s name may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 124, 430 – 6th Ave. S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8. Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

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