August 13, 2015

By Obituaries on August 13, 2015.

1921 ~ FLAIG ~ 2015

It is with sadness that we announce Frederick "Fred" Flaig has passed away to be with his Lord and Saviour on Sunday, August 9th, 2015, beloved husband of the late Ruth Flaig. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL with Pastor Mark Bolender officiating. Memorial gifts in Fred's memory may be made to Palliative Care Unit. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Fred Flaig. 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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1938 ~ IVARSON ~ 2015

Marlene Lorna Ivarson, beloved wife of Kenneth "Ken" Ivarson of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, August 11th, 2015 at the age of 77 years. Marlene also leaves to cherish her memory her children, Earl Ivarson of Kelowna, British Columbia, Marj (Rick) Breisnes of Estevan, Saskatchewan and Colette (Lorne) Stuart of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan; seven grandchildren, Jessie Ivarson (Steven Soroka), Chelsea Ivarson (Adam Pendleton), Colby (Kim) Bay, Michael Breisnes, Stacey (Corey) Dornian, Alisha Lloyd (Jody Lussier) and Amber (Cody) Betham; eight great- grandchildren, Ethan, Logan, Kaydra, Kiera, Kaysen, Emma, Ava and Emily; three brothers, Vern (Norma) Erickson, Arvid (Doreen) Erickson and Orlynn Erickson; one sister, Ardis Lamb; one sister-in-law, Irene (Marlin) Wenstad; special people, Ken Lloyd and Wendy Lueke; special friend, Louise Wickstrom; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Marlene was predeceased by her parents, George and Elsie Erickson; one brother-in-law, Stuart Lamb; and in-laws, Jorgen (Katie) Ivarson. Marlene’s memory will be forever cherished by her family and friends. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Saturday, August 15th, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Jerald Daniels officiating. Memorial gifts in Marlene's memory may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Medicine Hat & District Branch, 102, 73 – 7th Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1J2 or to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation, 124, 430 – 6th Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Marlene Ivarson. 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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1963 ~ WASUITA ~ 2015

Wayne Warren Wasuita of Redcliff, born on July 11th, 1963 in Calgary, passed away suddenly in his home on Wednesday, August 5th, 2015 at the age of 52 years. The Graveside Service was held yesterday at HILLSIDE CEMETERY with Pastor Larry Enslen officiating. Memorial gifts in Wayne's memory may be made to the Schizophrenia Society. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Wayne Wasuita. 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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BURDEN

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our mother, Susan Burden on Friday August 7, 2015 at the age of 60 years, and beloved wife of the late Donald James “Jim” Burden. Susan Alexandra Burden was born December 13, 1954, the youngest of four girls. Susan was predeceased by her parents Alex and Mildred Gillies; her husband Jim and an infant son. She is survived by three sons David (Brooke), Mark (Jessica/Josh), Devan (Kaitlyn), one grandson James, and three sisters Carol (Frank), Donna (Doug) Janet (Scott), and families. Susan graduated high school in 1972. In 1973, she moved to Edmonton and took up skydiving where she met her future husband Jim. In 1974, Susan and her sister Janet, backpacked around Europe for six months. Jim and Susan were married in Hawaii in 1977. Susan was working for AGT, after they got married they moved to Medicine Hat and she left A.G.T. and started working at Valley Pet Hospital where she worked for 23 years. Susan had an unconditional love for all animals. They got their first Newfoundland dog shortly after they bought their first house in 1978. Before they had children they were very passionate about water rescue training and showing Newfoundland Dogs. Susan was very easy going, and loved spending time with her family, travelling, working around the house, gardening, and spending time with her animals. Her clever sense of humour, determination, and love for her family and animals will be dearly missed! She was an amazing mother and the most important woman in her sons lives; heaven has been improved by her presence. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday, August 14, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. with The Rev. Dr. David Carter officiating. 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; to the S.P.C.A. – 55 Southwest Drive SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8E8 or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, NWT & NU, 100 – 119 14 St NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6 . To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Susan Burden, 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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DANIEL MEYER

1979 ~ 2015
With heavy hearts the family of Daniel Tyler Meyer announce his passing in Medicine Hat on Sunday, August 9, 2015, at the age of 35 years. Daniel will be missed by his father, Rex Meyer and mother, Kathleen Wilson; a daughter, Gabrielle Deminick and her mother, Michelle; life partner, Stephanie and her children, Reagan, Rylan and Rayan; brother, Sean Wilson as well as numerous extended family. Daniel was predeceased by his twin brother, Damien as well as brothers, Tyrone Meyer and James Wilson. A Celebration of Daniel’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, August 14, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website 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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LAFORCE

Clément Laforce died August 10, 2015 with his family at his side. Clément had a distinguished 35 year career with Defence Research and Development Canada. He retired as Deputy Director General of CFB Suffield in 2012. Clément also volunteered much of his spare time to various community organisations, including PRAXIS, Habitat for Humanity, and local science fairs. In recognition of his extensive volunteer service, he was awarded the Alberta Centennial Medal in 2005. Clément continued to give until the end of his life, and through organ donation gave two recipients the gift of sight. Clément wished that in lieu of a funeral service, his friends support a favorite charity, especially organisations promoting scientific literacy, for example http://www.letstalkscience.ca/get- involved/donate. His irrepressible wit and generosity of spirit will be missed by his family and friends.

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LENORE PETTAPIECE

1951 ~ 2015
Lenore May Pettapiece (Ganyo) age 63 of Redcliff, AB. and formerly of Moose Jaw, SK., passed away peacefully while surrounded by her family at the Tom Baker Cancer Clinic in Calgary, AB. on Tuesday, August 11, 2015. Lenore was born on October 21, 1951, in Moose Jaw, SK. to the late Lester and Katherine Ganyo. Lenore is survived by her husband, Doug Pettapiece; three children, Kathy Ganyo (Rod), Shari Bowey (Mark) of Redcliff, AB. and Leslie Smith (David) of Lethbridge, AB.; one brother, Pat Ganyo of Swift Current, SK.,; three step-children, Karen Barrows (Willie) of Orlando, FL., Jerry Dubois (Susan) of Jasksonville, FL. and Tracey Pettapiece (Jim) of Swift Current, SK.; eleven grandchildren, Tavia, Akeda, Haley, Tayla, Russell, Avery, Mike, Douglas, Kelsie, Amber, Tracey; three great-grandchildren, Chanel, Mea and Zak. Lenore also leaves behind many caring relatives and friends. The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Saturday, August 15, 2015, at 11:00 a.m. (Those wishing to pay their respects may do so beginning one hour prior to the service from 10:00 a.m. to 10:55 a.m.) Interment will follow at the Redcliff Cemetery with a luncheon to follow thereafter at the Redcliff Senior Centre. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at 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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