January 27, 2016
By Obituaries on January 27, 2016.
1922 ~ GILCHRIST ~ 2016 Mary "Carrie" Caroline Gilchrist, beloved wife of William "Bill" Gilchrist, passed away on Saturday, January 23rd, 2016 at the age of 93 years. Carrie also leaves to cherish her memory her children, T. Lindsey (Sharon) Reid and Rhonda (Darryl) Shoemaker; two grandchildren, Marissa (Derrick) Jordan and Gordon Shoemaker (Jenn Bomersine); three great grandchildren, Marlee and Lara Jordan and Khloe Baker; one brother, David (Bev) Westerby; one sister, Pearl Cox; two step-grandchildren, Claudene (Dan) Watt and Trevor (Laura) Baker; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Carrie was predeceased by her first husband, Gordon Reid on August 19th, 1966; her son, Ron Reid in 2009; one granddaughter, Cynthia Baker in 1990; her parents; and eleven brothers and sisters. Carrie was born on October 23rd, 1922 in Llandebie, County of Carmarthen, Wales. She arrived in Canada with her family when she was 3 years old, and resided in the Rainy River District in NW Ontario. It was there she met her first husband Gordon, and they were married in 1941 prior to his deployment over seas during WWII. When Gordon returned from serving in the war they purchased a restaurant in Winnipeg and soon welcomed their son Ron. Following Ron’s birth they purchased a dairy farm back in the Rainy River District where both Rhonda and Lindsey were born. In 1953, her husband contracted Polio. They left the farm and move to Barwick until his passing in 1966. Carrie moved to Winnipeg in 1970 and worked in the food industry as a sous chef. She met Bill and they married in 1979. She then moved to Portage La Prairie, MB where Bill worked as a Civil Servant for the Armed Forces. They continued to reside there until Bill’s retirement in 1987. They moved to Medicine Hat in 1988 to be closer to family. Carrie was an amazing cook, gardener and accomplished seamstress. She loved to knit and crochet, took great pride in her yard, and was extremely committed to her faith and her church. Though tiny in stature she was fearless. When she set her mind to something she was unstoppable. She wore many hats in her lifetime, and wore them all well. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Saturday, January 30th, 2016, at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Lance Duncalfe officiating. A private interment will take place at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Carrie's memory may be made to The Gideon's International, Suite 177, 1415 – 28th Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8P9. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Carrie Gilchrist. 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
1927 ~ BRUMMUND ~ 2016 It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful death of Victor Brummund on Sunday, January 24th, 2016 at the age of 88 years. Born in Togo, Saskatchewan, he was the son of the late Richard and Annie (Pfiefer) Brummund. Victor is the beloved husband of Viola Brummund. He also leaves behind his loving children, Brian (Sharon), Diane (Jerry), Sandra (Ken) and Brenda; sixteen grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; his siblings, Alama Dollman, Irene Milke and Ron Brummund; his sisters-in-law, Irene, Leona, Bernie, Joan, Judy; as well as many nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. The family would like to express their appreciation to the Riverview Care Centre and the Cypress View Foundation Lodge staff for their support and their good care. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at UNITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, 8 Palliser Place NE, on Friday from 12:00 until 12:55 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at UNITY LUTHERAN CHURCH on Friday, January 29th, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Jeff Decelle officiating. Interment will follow after the reception at Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta, 201, 770 – 6th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4J6 or to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 – 1865 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1Z8 or the Kidney Foundation of Canada, 6007 – 1A Street SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2H 0G5. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Victor Brummund. 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
1939 ~ HORSMAN ~ 2016 Elizabeth "Betty" Horsman, beloved wife of James "Jim" Horsman of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, January 22nd, 2016 at the age of 76 years. Betty also leaves to cherish her memory three daughters, Cathy (Grant Schaber) Horsman, Diana (Trevor) Nakka, and Susan (Troy) Thieman; and nine grandchildren, Matt, Ben, Megan, Rachel, Nate, Clark, Whitney, Emily and Jackson. She is also survived by cousins and their families in England. Betty was predeceased by her parents, Thompson and Marian Whitney. Betty was born in Bassano on July 18th, 1939 and was raised on the Whitney Pioneer Ranch and in Ralston. After graduating from Medicine Hat High School, Betty attended the University of Alberta where she earned her B.Ed. After graduating university, Betty taught school in the Medicine Hat School District #76. She met her future husband, Jim, on a blind date. It was the first, and last, blind date for both of them. They were married on July 4th, 1964 and their marriage of over 50 years is a tribute to their love. Throughout their marriage, Betty shared Jim’s passion and commitment to public service during his five terms as MLA for Medicine Hat and upon retirement, as Chancellor of the University of Lethbridge. As a teacher of Math, Science, and French in the Medicine Hat School District #76 for 16 years, she inspired many students. She taught at AJHS from 1960 to 1966 and after raising her three beautiful daughters, she returned to teaching from 1983 to 1993 at CHHS. An active volunteer in the community, Betty was President of the Kinettes, volunteered in the ESL Program at Hat High, was Treasurer of the WOC at St. John’s Presbyterian Church, and served for many years on the Executive of the local Progressive Conservative Association. A charter member of the local Chapter J of the P.E.O., she recently resumed her active membership. She also appreciated her meetings with the Medicine Hat Retired Teachers Association. Betty enjoyed travelling, gardening, reading and needlework. Not only was she an admirer of art with an impressive collection, Betty was also a talented painter herself. She was known as a woman of taste, whose elegant wardrobe and bright smile were her hallmarks. She truly loved the company of her family and friends, especially looking after her grandchildren. Her Kinettes, Kinsmen, and teaching friendships have been constant throughout the years. She cared lovingly for her many dogs and cats who held a special place in her heart. Betty will be missed greatly and remembered fondly by all those who knew and loved her.
“And I shall hear, tho’ soft
you tread above me
And all my dreams will
warm and sweeter be
If you’ll not fail to tell me
that you love me
I’ll simply sleep in peace
until you come to me.”
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at ST. JOHN’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 504 – 2nd Street SE, on Friday, January 29th, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Dr. Nancy Cocks and Dr. David J. Carter co-officiating. Interment will take place at St. Margaret’s Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Betty’s memory may be made to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8, or to the charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Betty Horsman. 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
1970 – JENSEN(ADAMSON) – 2016 Jennifer passed away suddenly on January 16, 2016 in Whitecourt, AB. She will be missed by her caring family and friends. In lieu of flowers and cards donations may be made to the charity of ones choice.
BAKER It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our husband, father, and grandfather LAWRENCE ROBERT BAKER on January 24th, 2016.
He was predeceased by his parents George and Renee Baker and is survived by his wife Marilyn, his daughters Jaylene and Jodi, his 4 grandchildren Kristen, Cassidy and Cayley Fournier, and Jayden Baker, and by his brother and sister Raymond Baker and Arianne Baker.
Lawrence was born and raised in Medicine Hat and moved to Lethbridge in 1972 to attend the University of Lethbridge after 3 years at the Medicine Hat College. He played basketball for the Rattlers and the Horns and was a fierce inside competitor earning him the nickname Ox. He taught and coached for over 30 years in Lethbridge until his retirement. He enjoyed Men's slow pitch, competing in the World Senior's Games for 19 years.
There will be no public funeral services by his request. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The Cancer Society or to Jumpstart and/or Kidsport so his legacy of helping athletes may continue on.
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ROSE (ANTON) BRUCKER 1915 – 2016
Rose Brucker died on January 15, just a few months away from her 101st birthday. She lived independently for 99 years and was a mighty force in the world with a great intellect and witty sense of humour. Rose attended high school in Medicine Hat and, in the 1930s, graduated from the nursing program at Holy Cross Hospital in Calgary. She was a consummate nurse throughout her life, serving informally in many ways in the small towns she and her husband settled in. After raising their three children—Robert, Bette and Patricia—Rose returned to nursing full-time, first at the University Hospital in Saskatoon and then at the Regina General Hospital until her retirement.
Rose was always interested in the goings on in the world and loved to share her opinions. She was a voracious reader, loved to travel and to dine out. Rose was also a wonderful cook and baker and will be remembered always by her family for her creamed chicken, cinnamon buns, apple strudel and the best-ever pies. Rose is survived by her children and their families, including eight grandchildren, five great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Margaret and many nieces and nephews. The family thanks Wascana Rehabilitation Centre in Regina for the care and kindness they provided Rose in her last home with us.
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