April 7, 2015

By Obituaries on April 7, 2015.

1930 ~ SCHNEIDER ~ 2015

Elizabeth "Betty" Schneider of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Frank Schneider, passed away on Monday, April 6th, 2015 at the age of 84 years. Betty leaves to cherish her memory her children, Linda (Donald) Mastel, Annabelle Mastel (Doug Mackenzie), Gloria (Dale) Filgas, Sylvia Moser, all of Medicine Hat, Betty (Scott) Peters of Maple Creek, and Frank (Tena) Schneider of Fox Valley; seventeen grandchildren; twenty-two great- grandchildren; two brothers, Roy Ries and Adam Ries; and three sisters, Katie Steinkey, Magdalina Schmaltz and Rose Schneider. Betty was predeceased by her husband, Frank; her parents, Joseph and Elizabeth Ries; four brothers, Gottlieb, John, Joe, and Fred Ries; and two sisters, Pauline Bischoff and Annie Hintz. Betty was born in the St. John's area in Saskatchewan and married Frank on November 13th, 1950. They farmed in the Fox Valley area and moved into the town of Fox Valley from the farm in 1990. In 1995, Betty and Frank retired to Medicine Hat. Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Wednesday, April 8th, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. PATRICK'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 238 – 2nd Avenue NE, on Thursday, April 9th, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. with Father Tomy Manjaly, Celebrant. Interment will follow in the Family Plot at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Betty's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Society, 547 – 4th Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0K7. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Betty Schneider. 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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1944 ~ SOTSKI ~ 2015

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Doreen Edna Rose Sotski on April 3rd, 2015 at the age of 71 after losing her battle with cancer. A Private Graveside Service will be held at SAAMIS PRAIRIE VIEW CEMETERY, 5160 Gershaw Drive SW, on Tuesday, April 7th, 2015 with Father John Maes 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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A Memorable Farewell…

One week ago today, John Van Dam’s family and friends gathered at Cook’s Chapel to honour his memory. Life Celebrant Getz led the tribute to John’s life which contained numerous memorable moments including words of reflection as shared by Art, Alf, Joanne and Mike, the captivating music from the Gas City Barbershop Chorus as well as a video tribute filled with special pictorial memories. Prior to the service at Cook’s, family said a private farewell at the Redcliff Cemetery ensuring that everyone could stay after John’s Celebration and share in the stories and fellowship thereafter.
It was a chorused farewell,
From his Barbershop Crew,
Forever remembered,
By all that he knew.
His Life Lived…
His Life Cherished…
His Life Honoured.
Courtesy of
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

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BREKKO

Norman Brekko passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2015, at the age of 89 years, beloved husband of Alma Brekko of Medicine Hat. The funeral service will be held at Victory Lutheran Church (2793 Southview Drive SE) on Friday, April 10, 2015 at 1:30 p.m. with Diaconal Minister Lila deWaal. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Good Samaritan Society c/o 550 Spruce Way SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 4P1. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Norman Brekko, 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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CLIFF WILLMENT

1948 – 2015

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Clifford Allan Willment announce his passing at home on Thursday, April 2, 2015, at the age of 67 years. Cliff will be lovingly remembered in the hearts of his beloved wife, Pat; son, Rick (Trish) Willment and their children, Tyler, Daylen, Randen and Janaya; daughter, Loree (Randy) Siermachesky and their children, Shayne, Mathew and Cameron; sister, Joan Anderson; brothers, Charlie (Marg) Willment and Lorne (Rose) Willment; brother-in-law, Garry (Sandy) Drummond as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Cliff was predeceased by his parents, Jack and Vida Willment; brother, Mervin Willment and sister-in-law, Gail Willment.

Time for me to go now, I won't say goodbye;
Look for me in rainbows, way up in the sky.
In the morning sunrise when all the world is new,
Just look for me and love me, as you know I loved you.

Time for me to leave you, I won't say goodbye;
Look for me in rainbows, high up in the sky.
In the evening sunset, when all the world is through,
Just look for me and love me, and I'll be close to you.

It won't be forever, the day will come and then
My loving arms will hold you, when we meet again.

Time for us to part now, we won't say goodbye;
Look for me in rainbows, shining in the sky.
Every waking moment, and all your whole life through
Just look for me and love me, as you know I loved you.

Just wish me to be near you,
And I'll be there with you.

A Private Family Celebration of Cliff’s life will be held in his honour. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice. (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.

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Remember Him Always…

Just a short time ago, relatives and friends gathered at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel to honour the life of Ron Belanger. Moments from his life were captured in a video tribute that was shared with all attending… Vicki Glass shared words from the heart through stories from days gone by and a special video selection (The Log Driver’s Waltz) was played in recognition of Ron’s earlier years in the logging industry. The Celebration moved on from the Chapel to the Reception Facility where the stories and fellowship continued on into the day.
Remember him always,
Through stories you share,
Deep within your heart,
His presence lingers there.
His Life Lived…
His Life Cherished…
His Life Honoured.
Courtesy of
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

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