July 22, 2015
By Obituaries on July 22, 2015.
1920 ~ MILLER ~ 2015 Bertha Ida Miller of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Benjamin "Ben" Miller, passed away on Tuesday, July 14th, 2015 at the age of 95 years. The Graveside Service was held yesterday at SAAMIS PRAIRIE VIEW CEMETERY at 2:00 p.m. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Bertha Miller. 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
1922 ~ BECKER ~ 2015 Mary Catherine Becker of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, July 17th, 2015 at the age of 93 years. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel. Memorial gifts in Mary's name may be made to Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Mary Becker. 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
1928 ~ BAUER ~ 2015 Erna Edna Bauer passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and friends on Thursday, July 16th, 2015 at the Good Samaritan’s Society at the age of 87 years. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at VICTORY LUTHERAN CHURCH at 1:00 p.m. Memorial gifts in Erna's memory may be made to Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation or to Alzheimer Society. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Erna Bauer. 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
1933 ~ SCHULZ ~ 2015 John E. Schulz passed away suddenly at his home Wednesday, July 15th, 2015. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Lilly; sons, Edward, Dave (Linda), Nishar (Kathy); daughter, Heidi; and grandsons, Nathan, Caleb, and Jordan. John had one sister, Ilse, who resides in Germany; and sister-in-law, Hilma (Richard); along with many nieces and nephews in Ontario, Germany, England, and the U.S. John was predeceased by his parents, Johann and Melitta Schulz; 3 brothers, Herbert, Arnold, and Edward; and brothers-in-law, Reinhold Jr. (Linda, Barbara, and Donna) and Deiter Hansen. A Private Family Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, on Wednesday, July 22nd, 2015 with Reverend Bob Findley officiating. Memorial gifts in John's memory may be made to Hope Street Compassionate Ministries http://www.hopestreetcmc.ca/about.html. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading John Schulz. 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
BOETTCHER Inez Boettcher passed away on Monday, July 20, 2015, at the age of 93 years, beloved wife of the late Alfred Boettcher. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories #201, 222 58 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2H 2S3 or 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: Inez Boettcher, 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
DORIS OLSON 1920 – 2015
Doris May Olson, passed away peacefully in Bow Island on Saturday, July 18, 2015 at the age of 94 years.
The Funeral Service will be held at St. Andrew's United Church, 139 – 2 Avenue West, Bow Island on Thursday, July 23, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. Burial to follow at the Bow Island Cemetery. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com.
Doris is survived by three children Darryl (Marlene) Olson of Taber, Eleanor Dorren of Lethbridge and Duane Olson of Bow Island; grandchildren Candice (Wayne Reti), Kent, Lisa (Jim Meckelborg), Chad (Allison), Jennifer (Jeremy), Blake (Leslie), Jason (Marsha); great grandchildren Wyatt and Makenna Reti, Livia and Reid Meckelborg, Derek Dorren, Alyssa and Jessie.
She was predeceased by her son John Kenneth “Ken” Olson and her sister Margaret Hill and brother-in-law Pat Hill.
Doris was born on the family farm near Bow Island on September 9, 1920. She worked for many years in the kitchen of the Bow Island Hospital. Doris was an accomplished gardener and enjoyed sharing much of her bountiful harvest with family and friends. She had a love for animals and enjoyed many domestic activities including cooking and canning.
Doris will be dearly missed.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Doris’ name may be made directly to the Pleasant View Lodge, Bag 6700, Bow Island, Alberta T0K 0G0.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: 1-888-223-0116.
JEAN MORRIS January 25, 1927 ~ July 16, 2015
Jean Morris (nee Good), beloved wife to William Henry (Bill) Morris, slipped away peacefully with the dawn on July 16, 2015 at the age of 88 years. Jean will always be remembered for her love of life, independent spirit, sense of humour, and twinkling eyes. Following Bill’s death in 1965, Jean went back to school and in 1972 became one of the first mature female students to earn a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting Major) from the University of Calgary. She went on to work for Alberta Gas Trunk Lines (Nova Corporation) in various senior accounting roles for over 10 years. After her retirement in 1984, Jean became an avid traveller, making it to every continent except Antarctica. As the daughter of Carl and Ida (nee Brost) Good, Jean was born into two pioneer ranching families. She grew up on the family ranch just north of the Cypress Hills and never lost her love of wide open spaces and big skies. Jean and Bill had three children: Maureen Jean (who died in infancy), Marleen Jean (Andrew Young), and William Charles (Chuck) (Pamela Burgess). Jean also had two grandchildren, Krista and Scott Morris, and followed their accomplishments in sports and school with great pride. Jean was an inspiration and a source of strength for her family and many others whose lives were touched by her spirit. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 -13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, July 24, 2015, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and again one hour prior to the service. A Funeral Service to celebrate Jean’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Saturday, July 25, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Dr. Nancy Cocks officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cook southland.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
JUDY RENNIE 1953 ~ 2015
It is with heavy hearts that the Care staff and the resident family announce the passing of their beloved friend, Judith Gloria Rennie of Medicine Hat, on Thursday, July 16, 2015, at the age of 62 years. Judy was born in Edmonton, AB., on July 4, 1953, and moved to Medicine Hat in 1993 following her time at the Michener Centre in Red Deer, AB. She had a joyful spirit and loved being silly. Judy always kept busy with life and activities and forever wanted her “shoe shoes” on so she could keep moving. She loved outings especially trips on the bus and car rides. Some of her special activities were singing with friends and food. Judy attended the CORE Association throughout the week and participated in many community events such as volunteering and swimming. She will be remembered as having an amazing enthusiasm for life and keeping all around her young at heart. Judy’s memory will be forever treasured in the hearts of her friends at CORE Association and her “family” at Next Step as well as all those who contributed to Judy having a wonderful and meaningful life. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Judy’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Road S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 1Z8. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W. Medicine Hat, one hour prior to the Funeral Service being held on Friday, July 24, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. with Reverend Father Philip Le as Celebrant. Interment will follow 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
SCHULZ Elizabeth “Betty” Schulz passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2015, at the age of 95 years, beloved wife of the late Harry Schulz . A graveside service will be held in the Hillside Cemetery on Monday, July 27, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. Those wishing to attend can meet inside the cemetery gates at 12:45 p.m. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories #201, 222 58 Ave SW, Calgary, AB. T2H 2S3. To email an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Betty Schulz, 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
WALTER GLADU 1932 ~ 2015
Mr. Walter Harvey Gladu, beloved husband of Mrs. Margaret Gladu of 62 years, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Monday, July 20, 2015, at the age of 82 years. Walter leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife, Margaret; seven children, Keith (Jill Shupe), Jeanette Frey, Pat (Henry) Aaker, Wayne (Maureen), Kristine (Rod) Bosch, Karen (Albert) Haggstrom and Kenny; son-in-law, Glenn Dorn, 16 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Walter is also survived by three brothers, Len of Winnipeg, MB, Jack of Barrie, ON., and Brian of Gravenhurst, ON; one sister, Patsy and one brother-in-law, Albert both of Winnipeg. Walter was predeceased by his daughter, Judy; grandchildren, Candace and Robert, great-grandson, Braden; two brothers, Gilbert and Ernie; sister, Pearl and his parents, John and Lena. Walter was born in Portage La Prairie, MB., on December 14, 1932, and married Margaret Mitchell on February 28, 1953. They moved to Medicine Hat from Winnipeg in May of 1967. Walter was a carpenter by trade and ran his own business, WH Contractors. He raised and raced pigeons with his nephew, Gordon and was an avid pony chariot and chuckwagon racer for many years. Walter enjoyed quarter horse racing and became an avid golfer later on in life. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Walter’s name may be made directly to Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat, AB., T1B 4V3. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, one hour prior to the Funeral Service being held on Friday, July 24, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Father Philip Le as Celebrant. Interment will follow 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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