May 3, 2015
By Obituaries on May 3, 2015.
1920 ~ ELLE ~ 2015 Henry Elle, beloved husband of Edna Elle of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, April 28th, 2015 at the age of 94 years. Henry also leaves to cherish his memory his children, Clarence (Delaine) Elle of Edmonton, Brenda (Gary) Whipple of Medicine Hat; four grandchildren, Stuart (Aerin Caley) Elle, Deloyce (Kelly) Weist, Kayla (Travis) Eresman, and Kevin (Erin) Whipple; two great grandchildren, Forrest Whipple and Avi Weist; one sister, Lea Friesz; one brother-in-law, Hilbert Hoffman; one sister-in-law, Eva Hoffman; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Henry was predeceased by his parents, Henry and Lydia; one daughter, Caroline at 3 months of age; two brothers, Albert (Mary) and Ernest (Mabel); and three brothers-in-law, Adam (Clara) Zollner, Raymond Hoffman, and Art Friesz. Henry was born in Richmound and raised on the family farm. He attended Kellerville School (a local farm school). Henry married Edna Hoffman on November 13th, 1944 in Medicine Hat at St. Paul's Lutheran Church. In 1972, Henry retired from farming and worked for the Department of Agriculture part time in Swift Current. He was then employed with the R.M. of Enterprise of Richmound from 1975 – 1978 before moving to Medicine Hat. Henry liked fishing, gardening and especially spoiling his grandchildren. Henry was an active member of Victory Lutheran Church for many years. Henry will be sadly missed by his many family and friends. The Funeral Service will be held at VICTORY LUTHERAN CHURCH, 2793 Southview Drive SE, on Saturday, May 2nd, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. with Diaconal Minister Lila de Waal officiating. Memorial gifts in Henry’s memory may be made to Victory Lutheran Church, 2793 Southview Drive SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1B 2H1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Henry Elle. Funeral arrangements are entrusted toSAAMIS 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
1920 ~ FISCHER ~ 2015 Mr. Alvin Fischer of Seven Persons, was reunited with his beloved wife Evelyn on Friday, April 24, 2015 at the age of 95. He is survived by his daughter, Brenda Fischer (James Summers) of Seven Persons; and five grandchildren, Kari (Matthew Fuller) and their daughter, Makayla Kate, Robert, Jennifer (Neil Hitchcock) and their daughter, Desirae Alexis Evelyn, Lisa and Michael. Alvin was born near Golden Prairie, Saskatchewan and was one of eleven children to Jacob and Eva (Hagel). His older brother died in the 1918 Pandemic and he became known as the 'oldest of ten'. He was predeceased by four brothers (Herbert, Emil, Jacob, Albert) and two sisters (Magdalena, Mary). He is survived by three sisters, Anne (Mel Durr), Violet Antoniuk, and Alice Heinrich; plus numerous nieces and nephews. Alvin was drafted in WWII and served overseas in the Aleutian Islands. While he was stationed in Halifax he met Evelyn (Young) and they were married July 1, 1946. After his discharge they settled in Medicine Hat where he worked at the Maple Leaf Mills and Linseed Oil Co. During this time he was predeceased by two infant daughters Shirley (1947) and Gloria (1949). In 1958 he took advantage of the DVA program for veterans and pursued his love of farming and homesteaded on a half section west of Seven Persons. His start to farming was challenging as he experienced complete loss the first two years due to hail followed by seven years of drought. He never gave up and just kept on working no matter what the hardships were that came his way. Over the years he added another half section. In 1981 he retired from farming and rented out his land. Like his Dad he shared a passion for gardening. He loved growing raspberries, strawberries, carrots and corn for his grandchildren. He was an avid NHL hockey fan always rooting for a Canadian team. He also enjoyed baseball. Alvin and Evelyn joined Memorial Salem United Church in 1947. Over the years he was very involved working on the board and helping with the turkey suppers. He loved to meet up after church with his grandchildren at the A&W for lunch. They attended faithfully until poor health for Evelyn and loss of hearing for Alvin saw them withdraw. His faith was strong all his life. Most important to him was his family. He kept his wife at home long past when placement in long term care was necessary. It was Evelyn who made the decision to go to the nursing home. She passed away September 10, 2005. He lived a life of sacrifice, believing in your dreams and achieving them through hard work. He expressed his love through his actions not words. He continued to live in his home on the farm until January 13, 2015 when a small heart attack caused him to fall and break his hip. His dream to die in his own home or to walk independently was not to be. He entered Sunnyside Care Centre April 2, 2015. His family is forever grateful for the wonderful care he received there. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Friday from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. and on Saturday from 9:00 to 9:55 a.m. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Saturday, May 2, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. with Reverend Helen Reid officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Alvin's memory may be made to Fifth Avenue Memorial United Church, Sunday School Program, 476 – 4th Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0K6. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Alvin Fischer. 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
1940 ~ BURKE ~ 2015 Natalie Joy Burke, beloved wife of Arnie Burke of Redcliff, passed away on Sunday, April 26th, 2015 at the age of 75 years. Natalie also leaves to cherish her memory her children, Janet (Sam) Isimeli of Brooks, Alberta and Douglas (Naomi) Burke of Kensington Victoria, Australia; seven grandchildren, Benjamin, Lydia, Jayden and Alyssa Isimeli and Kelvin, Martin and Rory Burke; three siblings, Harold (Marilyn) Witte, Linnea (Richard) Brown and Luther (Pui Yee) Witte; three sisters-in-law, Barbara Hunter, Linda (Ron) Fortin and Judy (Dale) Borrmann; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Natalie was predeceased by her parents, Harold and Ellen Witte. Natalie was born on February 29th, 1940 in Chicago. At the age of 5, she moved with her family to Edmonton where she was raised. She attended Concordia College and worked at various law offices throughout Alberta and Saskatchewan. She married Arnie in Edmonton on June 17th, 1967. After Janet and Douglas were born they lived on the farm in the County of Barrhead. The family moved to Saskatoon in 1978 where Arnie attended seminary school. They then moved to Oyen before leaving for Jeparit Victoria, Australia in 1985 until their return to Canada in 1998. Natalie enjoyed singing in the family choir, stamp and coin collecting, crochet and needle point. Natalie will be dearly missed by her family and friends. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at VICTORY LUTHERAN CHURCH, 2793 Southview Drive SE, on Saturday from 1:30 until 2:25 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at VICTORY LUTHERAN CHURCH on Saturday, May 2nd, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. with Diaconal Minister Lila de Waal officiating. Memorial gifts in Natalie's memory may be made to Lutheran World Relief, 600 – 177 Lombard Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3B 0W5. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Natalie Burke. 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
1940 ~ WOITOWICH ~ 2015 Lawrence "Larry" Woitowich, beloved husband of Laura Woitowich of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, April 28th, 2015 at the age of 74 years. The Funeral Service will be held today at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, at 10:00 a.m. with Reverend Dianne Kuglin officiating. Interment will take place in the family plot at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Larry's memory may be made to Hillcrest Evangelical Missionary Church, 3785 – 13th Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1B 1J2, or to STARS, 1441 Aviation Park NE, PO Box 570, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 8M7. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Larry Woitowich. 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
BECKER Annie Becker of Medicine Hat passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2015, at the age of 89 years, beloved wife of the late Gilbert Becker. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Sunday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on Monday for one hour prior to the service. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Monday, May 4, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Robert Findley officiating. 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 or the charity of your choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Annie Becker, 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
KENNY GRAVES 1954 ~ 2015
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Kenneth (Kenny) Charles Graves announce his passing in Medicine Hat on Tuesday, April 28, 2015, at the age of 61 years. Kenny was born on January 3, 1954, in Empress, AB., moving to Medicine Hat with his parents in 1955. His journey with the Medicine Hat and District Association for Clients Ongoing Rehabilitation and Equality (CORE), began at 5 years of age. Following a number of years at the Michener Centre in Red Deer, AB., Kenny returned to Medicine Hat where he thrived being near his family, friends and the caring staff of the group homes. He enjoyed participating in functions and activities sponsored by the CORE Association and by the group homes. The family is grateful to the Christian Reformed Church who initiated the Friendship Group especially for the mentally handicapped for spiritual sharing. A special thank you to the doctors, nurses, family, friends and those whose lives where enhanced by everyone Kenny enjoyed being associated with. Left to treasure Kenny’s memory are his beloved parents, Doris and Bill Graves; sister, Janice (David) Cottrell; niece, Janelle; nephew, Thomas and many cousins, aunts, uncles and friends. He was predeceased by his grandparents, Harry and Louisa Graves and John and Dorothy Martin. Kenny liked bright colors and in reflection of this, the family would appreciate everyone attending to dress in bright, colorful, casual clothing. A time of visitation will be held one hour prior to the celebration of Kenny’s life which will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, May 1, 2015, at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Steve Pahl officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery with a time of fellowship and refreshments thereafter in the Cook Southland Reception Facility. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to CORE Association, 412 – 3 Street S.E., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 0H1. (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
MARTIN SLOFSTRA 1930 ~ 2015
Mr. Martin Slofstra, beloved husband of Janny Slofstra, passed away peacefully at the Good Samaritan South Ridge Village on Wednesday, April 29, 2015, at the age of 84 years. The Celebration of Martin’s life will be held at the Christian Reformed Church, 300 Primrose Drive S.E., Medicine Hat on Monday, May 4, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. Private family interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery. (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
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