June 8, 2015

By Obituaries on June 8, 2015.

1927 ~ JEGGO ~ 2015

Arthur Jeggo of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Barbara Jeggo, passed away on Tuesday, February 10th, 2015 at the age of 87 years. A Memorial Service was held yesterday in the SAAMIS CREEKSIDE CENTRE at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Dr. Dustin Resch officiating. Memorial gifts in Arthur’s memory may be made to A.J.‘s Loan Cupboard. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Arthur Jeggo. 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

1938 ~ DECK ~ 2015
Pius Deck of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Marlene Deck passed away on Saturday, June 6th, 2015 at the age of 76 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed by
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

DOUGLAS VORRA
1951 ~ 2015
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Douglas Roy Vorra announce his passing at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Thursday, June 4, 2015, at the age of 63 years. Douglas will be dearly remembered by his wife, Gail and children, Andy (Christa), Lisa (James) and Adam; his mother, Phyliss and five sisters as well as numerous extended family members. Douglas was predeceased by his father, Roy and a daughter Lori. Family and friends paid their respects at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. in honouring his life. (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

GEORGE YUHAS
1937 ~ 2015
Mr. George Yuhas, beloved husband of Mrs. Pat Yuhas of Redcliff, passed away peacefully while surrounded by his family at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Friday, June 5, 2015, at the age of 78 years. Further announcements will follow upon completion of the funeral arrangements. (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

HARCOURT
Gary Richard Denis Harcourt passed away on Friday, June 5, 2015, at the age of 62 years, beloved husband of Darcee Tessem of Redcliff. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Carmel Hospice (St. Joseph’s Home) c/o 156 – 3 St. NE, Medicine Hat, T1A 5M1or to a fund for trees at the Redcliff golf course. Details to follow. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Gary Harcourt, 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

HORETH
Peter Horeth passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2015, at the age of 78 years, beloved husband of Christel Horeth of Medicine Hat. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the church on Wednesday from 12:30 – 1:35 p.m. The funeral service will be held in Victory Lutheran Church (2793 Southview Drive SE) on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Jim Bredeson officiating. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Peter Horeth, 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

LORNE LOUIS SCHLAHT
Lorne Louis Schlaht passed away on May 30, 2015 in Kindersley, SK from Parkinson’s disease. His earthly existence began on December 5, 1936 in Medicine Hat, AB. He grew up on a farm south of Burstall, SK and went to a school east of their farm. At the age of 12, he moved with his parents to the community Of Bindloss where his dad had purchased a farm and that was to be his home for the next several years. Lorne’s life changed dramatically when he met a young lady from Leader, SK by the name of Linda Mertin and married her on June 30, 1960. In 1962, they made the move to Estuary, SK and this is where they established their home. To this union were born 3 children; Quinten Schlaht (whom passed away sadly in 1979 from a rare form of cancer), Rocky Schlaht and Wanda (Chris Molish & their 2 sons: Brandon & Brock). Lorne took great pride in his two grandsons and shared his wisdom with them.
Besides his children and grandchildren, Lorne leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife Linda of almost 55 years, his brother Ivan (Louise & their children: Tara (Jeremy Good & their child Paisley Good), Telisha Schlaht and Tanya – (who sadly died in 2011), Tanya’s 3 children: Mihayla, Rowenna & Tavynn Schlaht. Predeceased by his parents Louis & Irene Schlaht, Linda’s parents Fred & Hertha Mertin, Brothers-in-law Fred Mertin & Harvey Mertin.
One of Lorne’s most favorite things that he did was to operate a ferry. He operated the Bindloss ferry until it closed in 1961 because of the new bridge that was built at Sandy Point which connected Hwy 41. Lorne continued his dream of the “Ferry Man” at Estuary for many more years. He enjoyed all the people and conversations that he had while transporting them across the river. Besides the ferry, his life included building a herd of cattle, farming the land, raising many exotic Bantam chickens and making memories with Linda and his children.
In his earlier years, Lorne loved to curl. He was also President of the Chesterfield Britches Roping Club. The “Jive” was his favorite dance and Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley were the top 2 idols on his list. He loved family history and going to family reunions.
Two special friends that Lorne grew up with were Warren Chudleigh and Jim Wendt, who have since passed on many years ago and now he joins them in the Great Beyond to continue their friendship and perhaps do a little yodeling and playing the spoons.
Lorne’s one and only sibling is a younger brother named Ivan, who came along 16 years later. Lorne never let Ivan forget the age difference.
Lorne will always be remembered as a very vibrant, social man, opening up his home to neighbors and friends, making each one of them feel welcome. He will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved him.
A Funeral Service was held on Thursday, June 4, 2015 at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Leader, SK with Lynne Resch officiating. In memory of Lorne donations can be made to the Parkinson Society Saskatchewan or to the charity of your choice.
Binkley’s Funeral Service Maple Creek & Leader in charge of arrangements 306-628-3644, http://www.binkleysfuneralservice.com.

LYLE ALEMAN
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and
lean not on your own understanding.” Prov. 3:5.
With a heavy heart but not without hope we announce the sudden passing of Lyle Aleman at the age of 44 on June 4, 2015. He is survived by his loving wife Carisa Aleman (Bekkering) and his five precious daughters Jenna, Kelsy, Megan, Halle and Eryn. He was a dear son of Mike and Mary Aleman, brother to Kim (Paul) Thorsteinson and Leanne (Dyron) Provost, son-in-law to John and Helen Bekkering, brother-in-law to Matthew (Stephanie) Bekkering, Kathryn (Jason) Ferrie and Stephen Bekkering. He was loved by many nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles, cousins and special friends.
Lyle was born Feb. 24, 1971 in Lacombe, Alberta. The family moved to Medicine Hat in 1977. He graduated from Crescent Heights High School in 1988. He went on to study at The University of Lethbridge and earned his Bachelor of Commerce in 1993. His family was involved in the greenhouse business and he was blessed to work at RedHat Co-op as General Manager. His integrity and passion shone through in his daily work.
He married his best friend Carisa on May 15, 1999. They were truly blessed with five wonderful and treasured girls. He loved each of them dearly and encouraged them to use their individual talents to serve others and the Lord. He loved spending time with them playing badminton, shooting hoops, teaching them to fix sprinkler heads, building projects, playing games, reading stories, driving side-by-sides or just snuggling together watching a movie. We will miss his smile and laughter and hugs.
He showed his servant-heart by serving multiple terms on church council of the Medicine Hat Christian Reformed Church and as an executive board member of the Medicine Hat Christian School.
Lyle was respected and loved by so many people and we pray that God will give peace and understanding as we approach the days, months and years ahead.
The Memorial Service will be held at the First Assembly Of God, 395 – 9 Street S.E., Medicine Hat on Tuesday, June 9, 2015, at 12 Noon with Pastor George Koopmans officiating. Interment for family and close friends will take place at Hillside Cemetery prior to the service. For those attending, the procession to Hillside Cemetery will depart from Cook Southland Funeral Chapel at 10:45 a.m.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be sent to Rehoboth Christian Ministries (Box 1312 Coaldale AB, T1M 1N1) (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

MARECK
Patricia “Pat” Gail Mareck of Medicine Hat passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2015, at the age of 70 years. Pat was the beloved wife of the late Donald Mareck and treasured Mom to Terra. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Wednesday from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m and on Thursday, 12 noon – 12:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Thursday, June 11, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Medicine Hat 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: Pat Mareck, 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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