August 24, 2015

By Obituaries on August 24, 2015.

1949 ~ WEISS ~ 2015

Gary Edward Weiss, beloved husband of Diane Weiss of Medicine Hat, passed away on Wednesday, August 19th, 2015 at the age of 65 years. Gary leaves to cherish his memory his children, Carson (Rondalin) Weiss and Jolene (Shaun) Burkart; four grandchildren, Regena Weiss, Alex Weiss, Iris Burkart and Benjamin Burkart; one step granddaughter, Devony Resch; one sister, Sheila Patterson; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Gary was predeceased by his parents, Edward and Eva Weiss; one brother, Lyle Weiss; and his father and mother-in-law, Erwin and Mary Walker. Born and raised in Medicine Hat, Gary has always been an avid outdoorsman. In his early 20's, Gary came to love the Walker farm near Hilda not only for the outdoor activities, but a pretty girl he found there named Diane. Later in life Gary enjoyed hunting with his son and granddaughter for ducks, deer and elk. He didn't limit his love of the outdoors to Alberta, he also enjoyed fishing on Lake Ontario with his son-in-law and hunting trips with friends in BC and Saskatchewan. When the hunting and fishing slowed down Gary could be found perfecting his garden and yard. If Gary were ever on the show "Survivor" our family would bet our life savings that he would come out on top! Gary as an outdoorsman will eat anything and can trap and hunt any animal using only materials at hand and his wits. Gary is already terribly missed. The Funeral Service will be held at VICTORY LUTHERAN CHURCH, 2793 Southview Drive SE, on Tuesday, August 25th, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Jim Bredesen officiating. Memorial gifts in Gary's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 – 1865 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1Z8 or to The Lung Association, Alberta/NWT Division, P.O. Box 4700, Station South, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 9Z9. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Gary Weiss. 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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ADA URTON

1921 ~ 2015

Ada Urton, born June 22, 1921, passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2015. She will be forever remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister and unsurpassed in her capacity for caring. Ada was born in Leader, SK., raised in Paddockwood, SK. and eventually settled at Duck Lake, SK. She was a proud Saskatchewan resident who loved to share stories of her life with those in the community. She had kind words and found humour in all that she observed. Her kindness and encouragement inspired others not only to pursue their dreams, but to give more of themselves. She loved being around children and each opportunity to take a trip to the farm. Ada placed family above everything else. Whenever family came to visit, nothing was more important to her then spending time with them. It was through her example that her family learned to love, cherish and appreciate who and what they have around them! Beautiful, compassionate and devoted… we will miss you dearly. Ada leaves to cherish her memory five children and their families: Dr. William (Sharon) Urton and their children, Geoffrey and Sarah; Dr. Monty (Moira) Urton and their children, Craig, Tim and Erin; Lynda (Bruce) Halliday and their daughter, Katharine; Betty Lou Suidan and her children, Burke and Jessica; Herbert (Brenda) Urton and their children, Andrew, William and Jonathon and Bernie’s son, Steven. Ada’s memory will also live on in the hearts of her sisters, Elsie MacLeod, Minnie Avery and Jennie Gjesdal. She was predeceased by her husband, Jack; son, Bernie; son-in-law, Dr. Ramzi Suidan; sisters, Martha and Betty as well as brothers, Axel and Bernard. A Celebration of Ada’s life will be held in the Wuerfel Auditorium at South Country Village, 1720 Bell Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Bob Findley officiating. Private family interment will take place in the Duck Lake Cemetery at a later date. (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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1941 – 2015
It is with great sadness that the family of Mrs. Margaret Irene Godden beloved wife of the late Mr. George Godden, announce her passing at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, on Saturday, August 22, 2015 at the age of 74 years. Margaret leaves to cherish her memory her children, Glenn (Shae) and their sons, Geoffrey & Cole; Janet (Shawn) and their sons, Curtis & Tyler; Helen (Richard) and their children, Chelsea (Kris) & Michael (Jenn) and great-granddaughter, Eva; sisters, Martha, Joan and Sheila; nephew, Allen as well as other numerous extended family members. The Funeral Service for Margaret will be celebrated at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, on Tuesday, August 25, 2015, at 3:30 p.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. If friends so desire, memorial donations in Margaret’s name may be made directly to the Medicine Hat &  District Health Foundation c/o 4 West Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, 666 – 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 4H6. (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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1964 ~ 2015
Mr. Randall (Randy) Paradis of Medicine Hat, passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2015, at the age of 51 years. Randy was born in Calgary on April 24, 1964 and moved to Medicine Hat in 1974 where he attended school at St. Thomas and McCoy High School. He completed his apprenticeship and journeyman classification to be a carpenter at SAIT in Calgary on March 4, 1987. In his younger years, Randy enjoyed playing hockey and dirt biking and preparing gourmet meals. Randy leaves to cherish his memory his parents, Don and Sophie Paradis; sister Patrice (Al) and their children, Kaley and Tessa; sister, Denise and her children, Quinton and Stephanie and his brother, Lesley (Jamie) and their children, Brad and Sarah. The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Monday, August 24, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. with Deacon Terry Olson officiating. If friends so desire, memorial donations in Randy’s name may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, # 124, 430 – 6 Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 2S8 or to AADAC, 346 – 3 Street S.E., Medicine Hat, AB. T1A 0G7. (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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Trevor Barry Godley

Trevor Barry Godley passed away at home on August 21,2015 with his wife Merle (Linden) at his side. Also left to mourn his passing and cherish happier memories are his two daughters: Dawn Polny of Sangudo and her children Kyle, Stephanie and Alyssa and Pat Godley of Vancouver and her daughters, Amanda and Nicole and his great-grandchildren; his stepdaughter Tracy Linden (Glenn Heather) of Medicine Hat;his sisters Bonnie (Les) Becker of Medicine Hat and their two children and Liz (Carle) Duguid of Calgary and their two children; his brother-in-law and sister-in-law Lane and Edna Linden of Medicine Hat and their three sons. He was predeceased by his parents Frank and Betty Godley and his brother Darryl.
Barry was born in Medicine Hat but grew up in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan.
He graduated from St Andrews College with a Masters of Divinity. He was ordained in the United Church of Canada and accepted a three point charge in Saskatchewan. He made many good friends in the Glentworth, Mankota McCord area where they appreciated his down to earth sermons.
Barry then accepted a call from Sioux Lookout Ontario. During this period of time Barry became a single parent. His girls have fond memories of living in their cabin and peaceful canoe rides.
In 1975, Barry returned to Medicine Hat where he accepted a position with Alberta Social Services. Barry administered the A.I.S.H. Program almost his entire career. His compassion and reassuring manner made this a perfect fit for him. He was so knowledgeable about so many different health concerns that colleagues from the whole province sought his counsel.
Fate brought Merle and Barry together in 1979. Working in very similar areas of social work, they were often in attendance at case conferences, and soon they were looking for excuses to interact. They married in 1983, and the friendship that brought them together allowed them to weather the storms caused by Barry's failing health.
A gifted photographer, Barry saw beauty all around him. His favorite dog was one of his favorite subjects and he always managed to capture her unique personality.
Growing up surrounded by music, Barry had a life long love of hymns. Singing in the church choir provided friendship and nurtured his spirit.
Barry's passion was building and flying radio-controlled gliders. Happiness was taking his newest creation for a test flight and finding a strong thermal (and not crashing). He formed a friendship with another enthusiast and together they built a full size plane that is still flying.
Although he was plagued by health issues for many years, he always graced us with his kind humor and gentle smile.
As you carry on your journey, may your final flight be joyous and may your soul soar with the eagles.
The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Wednesday, August 26, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Blaine Schaufele officiating. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the S.P.C.A. – 55 Southwest Drive SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8E8 or the Canadian Diabetes Association, Medicine Hat and District Branch 102 73 7th Street SE, Medicine Hat T1A 1J2. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Barry Godley, 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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Wendel Wickenheiser

1941 – 2015
Mr. Wendel Vincent Wickenheiser, beloved and devoted husband of Carol Wickenheiser and loving father to Christy Wickenheiser, passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Wednesday, August 19, 2015, at the age of 74 years. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church, 238 – 2 Avenue N.E., Medicine Hat, on Tuesday, August 25, 2015, at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Father Tomy Manjaly celebrant. If friends so desire, memorial donations in Wendel’s name may be directed to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Road S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 1Z8 or to a charity of one’s choice. (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

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