January 18, 2016

By Obituaries on January 18, 2016.

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1924 ~ ROSET ~ 2016

Mr. Ted (Theodore) Roset of Medicine Hat, previously from Lethbridge, passed away on Monday, January 11, 2016 at the age of 91 years. The Funeral Service was held on Saturday at RIVER VALLEY COMMUNITY CHURCH with Pastor Ken Roset officiating. Memorial donations in Ted’s memory may be made to the Reliable Charitable Foundation of Hope; http://www.reliablecharitablefoundation.com. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ted Roset. 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 ~ BERGER ~ 2016

Elizabeth "Betty" Rose Berger of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Frank Berger, passed away on Thursday, January 7th, 2016 at the age of 77 years. The Funeral Service was held on Saturday at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL with Father Philip Le officiating. Memorial gifts in Betty's memory may be made to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Betty Berger. 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

1960 ~ SUTHERLAND-GILMAR ~ 2016

Lana Louise Sutherland-Gilmar, beloved wife, cherished mother, adored grandmother, sweet sister and endeared friend, left to be with her Lord on Wednesday, January 13th, 2016. Lana's happy upbringing on the farm instilled a deep love in her for the prairies. The love, joy, and hope in Lana's heart was as limitless as the expansive prairie sky and all those who knew her were blessed to have Lana in their lives. Lana leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Derek Gilmar; her children, Lindsay (Jon) Rowe, Carla (Trent) Deschamps, Melodie Gilmar (and her partner, Ian Bodiou), Adrian (Jodi) Gilmar and Cameron Gilmar (and his fiancée, Elizabeth Gallant); grandchildren, Felix, Tess, Beatrice, Cosette, Jacob, Shepherd, Gabriel, Emily, Aidan, Ainsley, Jorden, Shellden and Kimberley; one brother; three sisters; Derek's father, Robert Gilmar (and his partner, Trudy MacDonald); brother-in-law, Brian (Gaydene) Gilmar; sister-in-law, Sharon Gilmar (and her partner, Mike Stewart); as well as several nieces and nephews. Lana was predeceased by her parents, Albert and Marjorie Sutherland; one brother, Woody Sutherland; mother-in-law, Margaret Gilmar; and nephew, Warren Gilmar. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Monday from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m. and at RIVER VALLEY COMMUNITY CHURCH, 1101 Queen Street SE, on Tuesday from 1:00 until 1:55 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at RIVER VALLEY COMMUNITY CHURCH, on Tuesday, January 19th, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Steve Pahl officiating. Memorial gifts in Lana's memory may be made to Carmel Hospice (St. Joseph's Home), 156 – 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A M51 or to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, c/o Medicine Hat and District Health Foundation, 666 – 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Lana Sutherland-Gilmar. 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

EDNA MOLDON

1917 ~ 2016
Mrs. Edna Moldon passed away at the Riverview Care Centre on Friday, January 15, 2016, at the age of 98 years. A private celebration of Edna’s life will take place at a later date. The family wishes to acknowledge all the staff at Riverview for their loving care and compassion. Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

1933 ~ 2016
Herb Barnes, beloved husband of Margaret, passed away peacefully while in the loving care of his family on Friday, January 15, 2016, at the age of 82 years. Herb was born in the Medicine Hat Hospital on November 11, 1933 and raised on the family homestead where C.F.B. Suffield now exists until the family moved to town once the Military training ground was developed. Herb faithfully attended Temple Baptist Church up to his passing, and was an active member of the congregation on various positions in the church. At age 19, Herb was involved in a motor vehicle collision which left him a paraplegic. A few years later, he was back at the Medicine Hat Hospital where he met his bride, Margaret (Sura) Barnes of 52 years. In 1963, Herb and Marg built a house in Redcliff, Alberta where he proudly lived until his passing which was his last wish. Over these 52 years of marriage, he was a loving husband and father of Andrew Robert Barnes and Thomas Daniel Barnes. He always amazed his family and the community with his kindness and willingness to help others when in need. Herb was a Military buff who followed his father’s history from World War I and World War II, often reading various books and ensuring that all of this father’s artifacts were documented and preserved. Air Craft Model building, Leatherwork and caring for his greenhouse were his passions. Herb was also very active in the Scouting movement, Church and various other community groups. When you think of Herb Barnes, the words loving, caring, integrity and honor are virtues for which he will be remembered. The family would ask that you please remember Herb in your hearts and prayers as there will be no formal funeral proceedings taking place. (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

HIRCH

Jesse Daniel Hirch of Medicine Hat, passed away on Wednesday, January 13, 2016, at the age of 31 years. A complete obituary will appear on the Pattison Funeral Home website pattfh@telusplanet.net. The memorial service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Jesse Hirch.
Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

1930 – 2016
Mary Ann Mayberry of Medicine Hat, passed away at the age of 85 years, on Sunday, January 10, 2016 beloved wife of the late George Mayberry. She leaves to cherish her memory daughter Janice (Alan) McWhan of Lousana, Alberta and son Jim (Jackie) Mayberry of Medicine Hat; five grandchildren Jennifer (Cam) Jans, Amanda, Megan, and Clayton McWhan and Colton Mayberry. She was predeceased by her husband George in 2005, and her daughter Linda Robinson Smereka in 2008; two sons-in-law Jerry Robinson and Harry Smereka. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Friday for 1 hour prior to the service. A celebration of her life will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday, January 22, 2016 at 11:00 am. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to St. Joseph’s Home (Carmel Hospice) c/o 156 – 3 St. NE, Medicine Hat, T1A 5M1.To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Mary Ann Mayberry, 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

January 30, 1924 – January 6, 2016
Marjorie Reilly, beloved wife of the late Tom Reilly, passed away Wednesday, January 6th, 2016 after a brief illness at the age of 91 years. The Funeral Service was held on Saturday at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL with Gary W. Goran officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Marjorie’s memory may be made to the Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Marjorie Reilly. 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

ROBERT SMITH LESLIE

We are saddened by the passing of our beloved father, Robert Smith Leslie on January 12th, 2016, at the age of 93 years. He was born on October 4th, 1922 in Clydebank, Scotland. Robert volunteered to join the Royal Air Force after the Clydebank Blitz in 1941. He came to Medicine Hat in 1943 for pilot training at #34 S.F.T.S., where he met his future wife, Marjorie. After his discharge from the RAF in 1947, he returned to Medicine Hat to marry the woman he loved. Robert worked at Maple Leaf Mills in Medicine Hat, where he was a foreman for over 25 years. He was a spirited man and had a love of life. He was an avid cyclist and hiker. He enjoyed photography and the outdoors. He was a devoted family man. Robert was always willing to try anything, or fix anything, and was usually successful. Robert was predeceased by his wife Marjorie; his parents, William and Henry Leslie; brothers Harry, James and John. He is survived by his two children, Rob and Linda Leslie; two grandchildren, Mark and Ashley Leslie; nieces Helen Armstrong, Una Edgar, Diane Pender; nephews Robbie Pender and Ronald Leslie; grandnephews and grandnieces. A small family viewing took place at Pattison's on January 14th. Thanks to Dr. Bratvold for his years of care, Dr. Whitfield of palliative care, and the nurses at Carmel Hospice, St. Joseph's Home. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Robert was courageous and a source of inspiration for everyone.

High Flight

Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of earth,
And danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings;
Sunward I’ve climbed, and joined the tumbling mirth
Of sun-split clouds, – and done a hundred things
You have not dreamed of –
Wheeled and soared and swung
High in the sunlit silence. Hov’ring there
I’ve chased the shouting wind along and flung
My eager craft through footless halls of air…
Up, up the long, delirious, burning blue
I’ve topped the wind swept heights with easy grace
Where never lark or even eagle flew–
And, while with silent lifting mind I’ve trod
The high untrespassed sanctity of space,
Put out my hand, and touched the face of God.
–
Pilot Officer Gillespie Magee

Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2