February 20, 2015
By Obituaries on February 20, 2015.
.1959 ~ STEVENS ~ 2015Cindy Lou Stevens, beloved wife of Sheldon Stevens of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, February 17th, 2015 at the age of 55 years. Cindy also leaves to cherish her memory her daughters, Janell (Blaire) Velichko and Ayralee (Byron) Martin, both of Medicine Hat; five grandchildren, Aidyn and Healy Martin, and Pryce, Aviana, and Kade Velichko; her mother, Betty Harrower; one sister, Carry (Bob) Cook; and her mother-in-law, Suzanne Stevens. Cindy was predeceased by her father, Leonard Harrower; and her father-in-law, Stan Stevens. Cindy was born in Calgary on December 3rd, 1959 where she was raised and received her education. She has battled cancer since 2008 and, during this time, attended Academy of Learning graduating with honours and receiving her PCA (Personal Care Assistant) Certification. Cindy worked as a PCA for a short time until she had a relapse where her courage and selflessness lead her to treatments following a clinical trial for ovarian cancer. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Saturday, February 21st, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. with Father Alphonse Narisetty officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Cindy’s memory may be made to the Carmel Hospice, St. Joseph’s Home, 156 – 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Cindy Stevens. 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 . .BECK
It is with the heaviest of hearts that we, the family of Orval Harvey Beck, announce his passing on Saturday, February 14, 2015, at the age of 71 years. Orval was born in Medicine Hat, Alberta on March 21, 1943. Our Orvie was a wonderful devoted Husband, Father, Grandfather and he was blessed when he became a Great Grandfather on January 24, 2015. He is survived by the love of his life, DORIS (MUHLBEIER), his two daughters, RENEE (JEFFREY) DOWLING and RANDEEN (LLOYD) BRAY. He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren, DEREK (Jessica) DOWLING, BRYAN DOWLING and TYSON and CARTER BRAY. Also left to mourn his loss, is his great granddaugher, BROOKLYN DOWLING, his three brothers GORDON (Darlene) BECK, GERALD ( Marilyn) BECK, DELMAR BECK and DORIS’ siblings JOANNE MUTSCHLER and LAVERNE MUHLBEIER. All of his nieces and nephews were very important to him and he was always so happy to spend time with them. Orval has now joined his little sister, VIOLA VERA in heaven (1947), along with his mother ELSIE BECK (1989), his father EDMUND BECK (2005), his Mother-in-law EDNA MUHLBEIER (2009) and his Father-in-law RAYMOND MUHLBEIER (1981).
Orval was a kind and caring person who was always more concerned about his family than himself. He loved every moment that he spent with his girls and their families whether it be camping, fishing or just for a visit.
The arrival of his four grandsons was the highlight of his life and he felt so very blessed that they lived near enough that he could watch them excel in school and in all the sporting events that they participated in.
Orval received his education at Golden Prairie and later became an Inter-Provincial heavy duty mechanic and a crane operator. He was very proud to be a 30 year member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 955. Orval retired after working for Jacobs Catalytic at the Canadian Fertilizer Plant for 23 years. It was there that he developed many friendships.
His love of music and fishing was evident throughout his life. Many weekends were spent at his favourite fishing spot which was in the Grassy Lake area. He enjoyed the peacefulness, drifting along on the lake in his boat.Orval was a wonderful example and inspiration of what a husband, father, grandfather and friend should be. A quote from Orval’s Auntie Toots (Delores) message of love was “There are some who bring a light so great to the world, that even after they have gone, the light remains.” Today we can feel his presence giving us strength to carry on. Orval found it so easy to show his love with a daily “I Love You”,a hug or a special handshake, a trait he carried with him throughout his lifetime. Orval is now playing his guitar with the BIG BAND IN THE SKY.
Our family has been so very blessed throughout this difficult journey to have the support and love from our families, extended families and a host of many life long friends. Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts for your daily support! Many thanks are also extended to Doctor Mohanraj, Doctor Foley and the medical team at the St. Joseph Carmel Hospice Centre for guiding us through this devastating time.
Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Friday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 12:30 – 1:25 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, February 21, 2015 at 1:30 p.m. with Diaconal Minister Lila deWaal officiating. Interment will follow at the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre (Medicine Hat Regional Hospital) c/o 666 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 4H6 or to the Carmel Hospice (St. Joseph’s Home) c/o 156 – 3 St. NE, Medicine Hat, T1A 5M1. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Orval Beck, 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 .BORROWMAN, Alice Jean
(nee Kerr)
Jean Borrowman , with her family by her side, passed on to join her parents Jim and Lizzie Kerr and her husband “Al” on Monday February 16, 2015 at the age of 97 years just two months short of her 98th birthday. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Don Borrowman (Yvonne) and Helen Bodnarchuk (Dave) along with 4 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Jean was very proud of her 45 year nursing career in Saskatchewan and Manitoba. The family would like to thank the staff of Chinook Care Centre for their compassion and care over the past three years. A family Graveside service will be held in Indian Head Saskatchewan in the summer. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via the website http://www.fostersgardenchapel.ca
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The family of Clayton George Coffey announces his recent passing after a short battle with Lymphoma. Clay leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife Kaye, their children Erin (Steven Penzes), Kathleen (Michael Selleck), and Matthew (Lisa) Coffey; his grandchildren, Siobhan (Matthew Jubelius), Molly and Clayton Penzes, Maura and Emma Selleck, Alexandra, Mairead and Cian Coffey. Clay was born on October 26, 1937 in Dalhousie, New Brunswick but soon moved to Kapuskasing, Ontario. He lived the storied life of a young man growing up in a mill town in Northern Ontario. Many were the stories of outdoor adventures, hockey, and friends. His longest lasting story started when he met the love of his life at the tender age of 11 (she was 9). Kaye and Clay were inseparable from the day they met, were married in 1960, and continued to be committed to each other to this day. Not long after graduating from Ryerson Polytechnic School, Clay embarked on a lifelong career of military R&D including time at Defence Research in Valcartier, Quebec, Space Research Corporation, and Advanced Dynamics. It wasn’t long before the west called him and he packed up his family and moved to Defence Research in Suffield in 1968. The family spent the first few years enjoying Ralston before moving to Medicine Hat in 1973. Clay quickly demonstrated his skills as a systems designer and was an integral contributor to the System’s Section’s programs until he retired in the ‘90’s. Even after retiring, Clay kept his love of designing and building by taking up woodworking with a passion, producing heirloom quality furniture for all members of his family. Clay was a devoted family man and loved to spend time with any and all of his grandchildren. There are many memories of ski lessons, driving lessons and the proper use of a chainsaw that will be retold many times. Nonetheless, everyone has many fond memories of the things taught to them by Clay. His enthusiasm in all things and his devotion to family and friends will be dearly missed by all of us. The funeral service will be held in St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church (238 2nd Ave N.E.) on Friday, February 20, 2015 at 1:30 p.m. with Deacon Terry Olson officiating. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the charity of your choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Clayton Coffey, 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 .HARVEY VERPY March 4, 1937 ~ January 3, 2015 “Until We Meet Again” Harvey Roy Verpy passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, on Saturday, January 3, 2015 at the age of 77 years. Harvey was born and raised in the Loomis / Eastend area of Saskatchewan. He married Dorothy Grace Wilkinson in 1955, living in Eastend until their move to Medicine Hat in 1968. Harvey is survived by his five children; son, Alan (Kathy) Verpy and their sons, Cory and Ryan, and Alan’s daughters, Bobbi and Brandi; son, Dean (Shari) Verpy and their children, J.J. (Bill) and Jeremy; daughter, Brenda Verpy and her children, Gary and Jared; son, Brett Verpy (Rose Caskey) and their children, Josh, Cameron and Austin and daughter, Shari Hansen (Jason Cotten) and her children, Jason, Kolton and Tatriana. He is also survived by his sisters; Joan Stuber and Zelda (Albert) Glassford; brothers-in-law, Floyd Hansen and Jack (Janet) Wilkinson and good friend, Irene Schwab; including ten great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Harvey was predeceased by his beloved wife, Dorothy Grace Verpy in 1975; parents, Henry and Laura Verpy; brothers, Clifford Verpy and Dwayne Verpy; sister, Pat (Floyd) Hansen; granddaughter in infancy, Brittany; brothers-in-law, Fred Stuber and Ted Wilkinson; sister-in-law, Diane Cursons and mother-in-law, Irene Sinclair. Dad worked most of his life as a carpenter, building many of the homes in Medicine Hat in the early 1970’s, then went to work at CFB Suffield in their carpentry shop. He moved through the ranks until he was promoted to carpentry foreman and held that position until his retirement in 1997. He was very proud of his work and very devoted to the Catholic Church he helped build in Eastend, Saskatchewan. We rarely drove by that building without him mentioning that ‘he had helped to build that’. Dad loved many sports including baseball, hockey, bowling and golf. Harvey enjoyed baseball in the local leagues for many years, playing and refereed hockey games in his younger days as well as after retirement and started golfing and bowling on a more regular basis. He was involved in many bowling leagues and relished in the competition and the companionship of his teammates of whom he spoke of with great fondness. Harvey also loved to sing and play guitar. Our earliest memories of dad all include him strolling around the house singing and playing that guitar for hours. Following his retirement, Harvey also sang with the St. Patrick’s Church choir which he loved and took immense pride in. He was loved and will be missed by many. The funeral service honouring Harvey’s life will be celebrated at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, on Saturday, February 21, 2015 at 1:00 p.m., with Reverend Father John Maes, officiating. A private family interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery with a time of fellowship in the Cook Southland Reception Facility thereafter. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, #124, 430 – 6 Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8 or to the Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation, c/o Medicine Hat Hospital Palliative Care Unit, 666 – 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6. (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. .HILDA MESSMER
With Heavy hearts, the children of Hilda Messmer announce the passing of our Mother on February 9, 2015. Funeral service will be held in Biggar, Saskatchewan at Redeemer Lutheran Church, February 24, 2015, at 1:30. .MADIGAN
In memory of Mary Madigan, who was born in Grandview, Manitoba, on October 24th, 1928 and who passed away in Ajax, Ontario, on January 20th, 2015. Mary was the oldest of six children and is survived by two brothers and two sisters. Predeceased by her husband, Mary was the beloved mother of four children, grandmother of six grandchildren and great-grandmother of two great-grandchildren. Mary trained as a nurse and spent her life caring for others. Even in her last days, Mary put the concerns of those around her first. She is greatly missed by those whose life she touched.
A celebration of her life will be held at The Simple Alternative at 1057 Brock Road, Pickering, Ontario on Saturday, February 21st, 2015 from 11:00am to 1:00pm. .MARGARET VETTER
1927 ~ 2015
Margaret Angela Vetter passed away peacefully at The Valleyview (Continuing Care) in Medicine Hat on Tuesday, January 20, 2015, at the age of 87 years. Margaret was born in Reward, Saskatchewan on September 14, 1927, a daughter to Alois and Wilhelmina Vetter. She lived on the family farm until she was called to service and dedicated her life working for the Oblates. Margaret was an Honourary Oblate of Mary Immaculate for 53 years. She leaves to cherish her memory, three brothers, Mike (Mary), Frank and Ray (Ruth); a sister, Tina Ressler; sisters-in-law, Marie and Margaret; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and their families. She was predeceased by her parents, Alois and Wilhelmina Vetter; sisters, Tillie (Wendell) Schurman and Pauline (Lambert) Heit; brothers, Adam (Mary), John and Nick; sister-in-law, Claira Vetter; brother-in-law, Joe Ressler; and nephews, Ron Vetter, Jimmy and Ernest Heit and Michael Schurman. Mass Intentions in honour of Margaret’s life, will be held in the Chapel at St. Joseph’s Home, 156 – 3rd Street N.E., Medicine Hat, on Saturday, February 21, 2015, at 8:30 a.m. A Memorial Service and interment will take place at a later date in Unity, Saskatchewan. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Margaret’s name may be made directly to the Medicine Hat and District Food Bank, 532 South Railway Street S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2V6. Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 .RETELBACH
Augusta “Gussie” Mary Retelbach of Medicine Hat, passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2015, at the age of 97 years, beloved wife of the late Albert Retelbach. She leaves to cherish her memory two children, Laverne Retelbach and Sheila (Ken) Chisholm all of the Medicine Hat; five grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; three sisters, Hilda Stickel, Ellen Moss and one sister-in-law, Kay Retelbach as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Emily and Theodore Hoffman; her husband Albert on October 18, 1991; three brothers, Emil, Art and Charlie; two sisters, Frieda and Renata. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Monday from 12 noon – 12:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Monday, February 23, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre (Medicine Hat Regional Hospital) c/o 666 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 4H6. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Augusta Retelbach, 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 .STILLINGER
Helen Rose Stillinger of Medicine Hat, passed from this life on February 15, 2015 at the age of 69 years. She leaves to cherish her memory one son, Steve (Rolanda) Stillinger and three grandchildren, Jayden and Brandon Stillinger and Shianne Smith; two brothers, Martin (Shirley) Voeller and Dave Voeller (Pat Basso) as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Florence and Tony Voeller; her 18 year old son Michael on February 17, 1989 and two brothers, Edward and Stan and her grandparents, Mike and Helen Voeller. Helen was born on April 22, 1945 in Medicine Hat. She was raised and educated in the Conquerville area. In 1963, she graduated from nursing school and worked at the Brooks Hospital for four years before moving back to Medicine Hat where she worked for many years. In 1984, Helen graduated from hairdressing school and was employed at Sunnyside and Haven of Rest Nursing Homes for 25 years. She loved working with the elderly and was liked by all. In her spare time she enjoyed fishing, crafts, knitting and playing cards with friends and family. Most of all, Helen loved spending time with her grandchildren whom she loved with all her heart. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Friday, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 9:30 – 10:25 a.m. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Saturday, February 21, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. with Fr. Albert Sayson celebrant. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, NWT and Nunavut #124 – 430 6th Ave. SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 2S8. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Helen Stillinger, 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 .STROM
Ron Strom, of Bow Island, Alberta, passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2015, at the age of 64 years.
He will be deeply missed by his daughters,Shannon Strom of Bow Island, and Jennifer (Laurie) Kontek of Camrose; three grandchildren Erin, William and Sheldon. He is also survived by his siblings Howard (Cathy) Strom of Sherwood Park, Brian (Diana) Strom of Russell, ON, Bev (Ken) Bygrave of Calgary, and Arlene Strom (Colin Jackson) of Calgary; and numerous extended family.
Ron was predeceased by the mother of his children Pat Strom; his parents Harry and Ruth Strom; and his sister Faith Pritchard.
A celebration of life will be held on Monday, February 23rd at 11:30 am at the Golden Age Center, 210 – 5th Avenue, Bow Island, Alberta. .WILLIAMS
1974 – 2015
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Dallas James Williams on February 11, 2015. He was born in Lethbridge, AB on March 21, 1974 and is survived by his beloved wife Tara, son Maxwell and daughter Lydia of Medicine Hat, AB; his parents Roger and Vicky Williams and brother Dale, wife Ashley and son Burke of Brooks, AB; his father and mother-in-law Al and Mavis Procyshyn of Saskatoon, SK; brother-in-laws Sean, wife Paula and son Jack; David and son Noah. Also survived by his grandmother Betty Smith of Vulcan, AB, numerous aunts/uncles/cousins, and countless friends.
Dallas was a kind hearted soul; always willing to help out a family member or a friend. He was a lover of all sports but his two true loves were baseball and golf.
Dallas and Tara married in 2007 and welcomed Maxwell Henry Lloyd in 2010, and Lydia Pauline in 2013. Maxwell says that his favourite thing his dad did with him was teach him how to skate. In Maxwell you can see Dallas’ kind heart and in Lydia you can see his strong mind.
A celebration of life will be held Saturday, February 21st, 2015, 11:00am at the Duchess Community Hall. In support of Maxwell & Lydia Williams, donations can be made at any Servus Credit Union branch to S. McNally in trust for Williams Family, member #12082814 or send a cheque payable to S. McNally in trust for Williams Family, 31 Taylor Ave SE Medicine Hat, AB T1B 4H7. 17
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