June 1, 2015

By Obituaries on June 1, 2015.

BAYER

Wayne K. Bayer – A.K.A. “Weiner” or “Ribsy” to his friends, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2015, at the age of 59 years. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife for 31 years, Kathy; their two children Ashley and Kevin (Jensina Hehn). He is also survived by his mother Helen Bayer and her children, Lorraine (Bruce) Glasgo, Lyle (Lise) Bayer and a sister-in-law Anne (Don) Franks; six nephews and many aunts and uncles. He was predeceased by his father Fred; his in-laws Ev and Jim Chipperfield and he will be joining his lifelong friends, Doug Beierbach and John Tevel. Wayne was born on June 17, 1955 in Medicine Hat, residing in Seven Persons until the age of 6 when he moved with his family to Medicine Hat. He lived in Medicine Hat all his life and made many long lasting friendships here. Wayne was a social person who made friends easily and loved talking to and being with people. He was a diehard Edmonton Eskimo fan, attending many of their games and hosted football parties for all his friends. Even though his disease took its toll, he remained a positive person battling against it everyday for many years. He was always appreciative and caring and the disease was not able to take away the spirit that enabled him to fight until the end. Wayne never complained about being sick or about his daily pain. He knew his time was limited so he packed as much as possible into everyday. Wayne and his loving wife Kathy accomplished as many items on his bucket list as possible, Elton John in Las Vegas, Polar Bears in Churchill, Grizzly Bears in Campbell River and Salmon fishing in B.C. His travels also included an Alaskan Cruise, zip lining in Costa Rica, even touching Stingray’s in Antigua. In Mexico he caught his biggest fish, a blue Marlin weighing a 180 lbs, that really put a smile on his face. He touched many peoples lives during his travels and made lasting friendships including a second family in Zihuatanejo, Mexico. Wayne and Kathy also travelled across Canada and the U.S.A. in The Bayer Bus. They made it all the way to Newfoundland the Maritimes and saw many cities and attractions along the way. The most important item on his list was preparing his family for life without him. This included ensuring the house and yard were maintenance free for Kathy, as Wayne had always been able to fix anything. Roofing in Medicine Hat was Wayne’s life, and from 1991 – 2013 he built a reputable roofing company and was often praised as being the best in town. Bayer’s Roofing became one of his greatest legacies. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, Tom Baker Cancer Center, 1331 29th Street NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4N2 or at http://www.albertacancer.ca/memorial. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Wayne Bayer, 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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HECK

Agnes Mary Heck passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2015, at St. Joseph’s Home (Carmel Hospice) at the age of 76 years. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Tony Heck of Leader. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Loretta (David) Hammel and Robert (Cindy) Heck; her grandchildren, Brianna (Jesse) Duchscherer and their children Lucas and Gavin, Larissa Heck, Taylor Heck (Marlee Branden) and Darren Hammel (Rhea Morrison). She is also survived by her sisters, Sally Wagner, Frances Wagner, Elizabeth Sannes; her brothers, Peter Bonogofsky, Isidore (Shirley) Bonogofsky and Greg Bonogofsky; her in-laws, Ann Bonogofski, Marjorie Bonogofsky, Mike Guckert, Doreen Heck, Joe (Anna) Heidinger and Helen (Kasper) Aberle as well as many nieces and nephew. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the Little Flower Catholic Church on Monday, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. and on Tuesday from 10:00 to 10:55 a.m. Family and friends will gather for prayers on Monday, June 1 at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in the Little Flower Catholic Church, Leader, on Tuesday, June 2, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Lawrence DeMong O.S.B. and Deacon Bob Williston celebrants. Interment will follow in the Leader Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Carmel Hospice (St. Joseph’s Home) c/o 156 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, T1A 5M1 or Multiple Sclerosis Society, 101 – 1201 Kingsway Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 2Y2. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Agnes Heck, 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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LANCASTER

Lisette Yvonne Lancaster passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2015, at the age of 69 years, beloved wife of Keith Lancaster of Medicine Hat. She also leaves to cherish her memory her children, Marc (Julie) Piche and Christine Wiebe, all of Medicine Hat; six grandchildren, Stephan Piche, Josianne (Brad) van Middelkoop, Trina Piche, Melanie (Cory) Bayer, Trudi Piche and Kimberley Piche; one great grandchild, Raven and two sisters, Micheline Proulx and Madeleine Proulx. She was predeceased by her parents, Paul-Emil and Hortense Proulx; one son, Glenn (Laurie) Piche; one brother, Pierre Proulx and two sisters, Pierrette Proulx and Diane Proulx. The funeral service will be held in the Heights Baptist Church (1250 Division Ave S.) on Monday, June 1, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Dr. Patrick Schoenberger officiating. A private family interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. At the family’s request, please dress in casual attire. 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 Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, Palliative Care (cheques payable to MH&D Health Foundation) 666 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, T1A 4H6 or online at http://www.InYourCommunity.ca . To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Lisette Lancaster, 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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LEJEUNE

Alphonse Raymond Lejeune of Medicine Hat, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2015, at the age of 88 years, beloved husband of the late Vicky Lejeune. He leaves to cherish his memory two children, Mitch (Cheryl) Lejeune of Edmonton and Randy Lejeune (Jacquie Skailes) of Calgary; two grandsons, Andrew Lejeune and Matthew Lejeune; one sister, Angele (Walter) Kryschuk of Winnipeg. He was predeceased by his wife Vicky on December 26, 2005; his parents, Irma and Joseph Lejeune and two brothers. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Monday, June 1, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Dr. Dustin Resch officiating. A private interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Carmel Hospice (St. Joseph’s Home) c/o 156 – 3 St. NE, Medicine Hat, T1A 5M1 or to the S.P.C.A. – 55 Southwest Drive SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8E8. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Al Lejeune, 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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PIERCE

David Scott Pierce of Medicine Hat passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at the age of 39 years. He leaves to cherish his memory, his parents Sharon Pedersen of Medicine Hat, Colin (Audrey) Pierce of Maple Creek; one brother Randell (Penny) Pierce and their children Skylar and Hayden of Consul. Also aunts, uncles and cousins: Larry (Edmae) Korsberg and their children Calvin, Gwenda, Karen and families; Orland (Gail) Korsberg and their children Trevor, Terry and families; Christine Korsberg and Natasha, Alf (Barb) Pierce and their children Ray (his son,Chase), Arden (Nicole), Evan, Keith (Wendy) Pierce and their children Robyn (Aaron), Mathew, Ashton, Tucker, Kim (Kirk), Samantha, Leonard (Mae) and their children Dawnya (Jeff), Sierra, Drew (Jessica), Aunt Joan Pierce, Larry (Joyce) Pierce and their children Stacey (Lynn), Ben, Jacob, Kendall (Shawna), Kipton, Kohen, Valerie (Mark) Pearson, Janice, Bette Pierce (Barry) and her children Lori (Ernie), Kevin, Justin, Colton, Lisa (Scott), Taylor, Karli, Lesley (Clint), Lexie, Raquel. Dave was predeceased by his uncle Glen Korsberg and cousins Jeff Pierce and Darren Pierce. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the Consul Community Hall on Monday June 1 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the Consul Community Hall on Monday June 1, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor David Manley officiating. Interment will follow in the Consul Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Head Injury Program 828, 11th St. S.E. Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1T7. To e-mail an expression of sympathy please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: David Pierce, 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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