February 15, 2016
By Obituaries on February 15, 2016.
1934 ~ SENFT ~ 2016 Mrs. Mabel Senft of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Clarence Senft, passed away with her children by her side on Monday, February 8th, 2016 at the age of 81 years. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Mabel Senft. Funeral arrangements 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
1936 ~ PLANTE ~ 2016 Edward “Ed” Plante, beloved husband of Jo Plante, passed away on Thursday, February 11th, 2016 at the age of 79 years. Ed also leaves to cherish his memory his children, Darryl (Roxanne) Plante, Tery Plante, and Pamela (Jay Fode) Plante, and their families. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ed Plante. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed by
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
BRUSKY Winnifred Rose Brusky passed away on Tuesday, February 9, 2016, at the age of 86 years, beloved wife of Albert Brusky of Medicine Hat. She also leaves to cherish her memory four sons, Rodney (Margaret), Darrell (Louise), Sheldon (Sheri) and Garnet (Christy). The funeral service will be held in St. Peter Lutheran Church (758 8th Street SE) on Monday, February 15, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Pastor Shane Hein officiating. Private family interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, NWT & NU, 100 – 119 14 St NW, Medicine Hat, AB T2N 1Z6. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Winnifred Brusky, 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
GARFIELD (GARRY) POTVIN March 23, 1928 ~ January 26, 2016 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, dad, and granddad. Garfield (Garry) Potvin passed away while surrounded by his family at the Carmel Hospice on Tuesday, January 26, 2016, at the age of 87 years. Left to cherish Garfield’s memory is his wife, Violet; his three children, Ellen, Greg (Linda) and Lois (William) Gibson and five grandchildren, Jarrett, Aidan, Alycia, Robert and Jane. He will also be lovingly remembered by Violet’s children, Jeff (Tara), Winston (Michelle), Brian (Ardis) and Cheryl Braund and their children, Kaleigh, Kole, Karson, Jordan, Cody, Josh, Richard, Michael and Thomas; brother, Bill and his family; Vi’s siblings and their families as well as Jack and Donna Brooke and family. Garfield was predeceased by his parents, Wilfred and Sophia Potvin; his first wife, Marlene as well as his son-in-law, Ross Kidd. Garry and his brother Bill were raised on the family farm near Islay. His early education was at Trimbleville, Kitscoty and Vermilion and he went on to earn his Bachelor and Master Degrees of Education. Garry was always an educator and his teaching career took him from the classroom, to Principalships, to Superintendent of Schools. Garry enjoyed discussing and debating politics, playing cards, going out for coffee, golfing, curling, square dancing and playing pool. He was a loyal member of the Golden K Kiwanis Club. The annual Potvin reunion was the highlight of his summers. Garry was humble, kind, loving, generous and inquisitive with his friends and family and he always enjoyed visiting. He was proud of all the grandchildren and attended their graduations and sporting events. He taught honour, respect and values. In 1962, Garry married Marlene Brooke, and together they had three children, Ellen, Greg and Lois. Marlene passed away in 1990. Garry married Violet McArthur in 2001, mother of Jeff, Winston, Brian and Cheryl. Due to his ailing health, he enjoyed traveling to Victoria in the winter to escape the Alberta cold. The Celebration of Garfield’s Life will be held at Victory Lutheran Church, 2793 Southview Drive S.E., Medicine Hat on Saturday, February 13, 2016, at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Jim Bredeson and Diaconal Minister Lila de Waal officiating. Prior to the service, Private Interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) Those wishing to remember Garfield may do so through a donation to the St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice, 156 – 3 Street N.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1 or to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre (Make donation payable to the Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation with a note that the donation if for the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre), 666 – 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6. Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455
GARRECHT The family of Peter Garrecht announces his passing on February 10, 2016, at the age of 98 years, beloved husband of Edith, father to Lyle (Debbie) Garrecht, Bonnie (Jim) Andrais and Alice (Skyler) Hinman; grandfather to Ruth and Jane Garrecht, Greg and Steven Andrais, Jeff, Eric and Connor Hinman; great grandfather to Sadie and Isabella (daughters to Ruth). He is also survived by his sister, Agnes Gibson of Regina; in-laws, Anne (Ed) Tumbach and Julie (Mike) Frey as well as numerous nieces and nephews whom he always like visiting. He was predeceased by his all his other siblings and their spouses. Peter was born on April 16, 1917 in Fox Valley, Saskatchewan along with siblings, Genevieve, Joe, Leo, Katie, George, Edward and Agnes. He then served in the Military during WWII. On July 5, 1952, he married Edith Volk in Medicine Hat and was often heard saying, this was the best thing he had ever done. Together they raised their family and lived together until March of 2013 when Peter, suffering with dementia, moved to Meadowlands. Edith faithfully and regularly visited Peter until the time of his passing. Peter loved his family and was fiercely proud of his grandchildren. He was always interested in their scholastic and athletic achievements. Peter was a passionate baseball and hockey fan. His family would like to thank the tireless and always cheerful staff at Meadowlands. They made Peter’s last days the best they could be. The funeral mass will be celebrated in St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church (238 2nd Ave N.E.) on Saturday, February 13, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. with Fr. Tomy Manjaly celebrant. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the charity of your choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Peter Garrecht, 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
ROBBIE OST 1946 ~ 2016
Mr. Robert (Robbie) Roland Ost of Seven Persons, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Tuesday, February 9, 2016, at the age of 69 years. Robbie was born in Medicine Hat on November 6, 1946. He was the third son of Olander and Lillian Ost of Seven Persons (both deceased); brother to Oliver (Carol) Ost, Ed Ost (deceased) and Linda (Ken) Richards. Robbie was a single, Seven Persons farmer. He loved to raise cattle and dairy cattle held his greatest interest. Robbie enjoyed going to auction sales. He travelled everywhere to attend them and he loved visiting with old friends and new. Robbie enjoyed old time stories from elderly people and loved what he called “A gab fest.” Robbie built a special bond with the Melnik, Vossler, Van Hal and Tubman families of the Seven Persons area, his long-time friends. A gathering of friends to commemorate Robbie’s life will be held in the Cook Southland Reception Facility at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W. Medicine Hat on Friday, February 12, 2016, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Light refreshments will be served and everyone will be encouraged to share their personal memories of Robbie. (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
ZIEGENHAGEL John went to be with his Lord and Savior early Wednesday morning, February 10, at the age of 82. He leaves to cherish his memory, three sons Ryan Ziegenhagel (Darlene), Daniel (Lorna), and David (Elaine). He is also survived by seven grandchildren, Jared Ziegenhagel, and daughters Rae-anne, Ally, and Olivia, (Karmen Earl Ziegenhagel); Adam (Janice) Ziegenhagel, and son Seth; Meagan Ziegenhagel (Timothy Miller) and daughter Zahrya; Sheldon Ziegenhagel; Duane (Christine) Ziegenhagel and daughters Jayda and Maddy; Kyle and Travis Ziegenhagel and numerous nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by his wife Irene, his brother George Ziegenhagel and one sister Freda Swadling. John was born in Medicine Hat in 1933, and was raised on the family farm north of Elkwater in the Robertson district by his parents Jacob and Amelia. He lived there until 1950, when he moved into Medicine Hat to attend high school. During his years in high school he was known for his athletic abilities, especially as a ball player and was known to be a very good dancer. In 1954, he met his soon to be lifelong soul mate Irene Veasey whom he dated for awhile. It was during this courtship that John was introduced to the Christian lifestyle which Irene was involved in, and it was not long before his most important relationship in life developed with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. In 1955, John and Irene were wed and remained married till Irene’s passing in November of 2011. John and Irene were joined by their three sons, Ryan in 1957, the twins Daniel and David in 1959 and their family was complete. During John’s courtship with Irene he worked at numerous jobs which included, selling sewing machines and working on the underpass between Railway streets. His true working passion turned out to be the furniture business. He started his life long career in furniture at a store named Capital Furniture in downtown Medicine Hat. He started in the warehouse but was quickly promoted to the sales floor because of his ability to speak German. He remained with Capital Furniture until they decided to close their doors in 1966. From there he partnered with two other gentlemen, Albert Parker and Alec Tennant, to start Parker’s Furniture. Over the course of time he bought out his two partners and by the late 70’s he was the sole owner of Parker’s. John was an extremely well respected member of the furniture community and the business community in Medicine Hat. Over the years John attended and served on the Board of First Assembly of God and was also one of the original 16 member’s instrumental in starting the “Christ the King” church now known as River Valley Community Church in the flats area of Medicine Hat. He served on the board at this church and was very much gratified to see this work grow as it has. John in his last years also really enjoyed time with his brother Art and his three sisters Alice, Edna and Ruth. They could be found together every Tuesday at one of the local restaurants sharing lunch as well anecdotes from the past. He really cherished this time and even when feeling poorly always made an effort to make these Tuesday lunches. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Friday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and Saturday morning from 9:00 – 11:30 a.m. only. A private interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery prior to the funeral service. The funeral service will be held in the River Valley Community Church(formerly Christ the King Assembly 1101 Queen Street SE) on Saturday, February 13, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Mark Borrows officiating. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the St. Joseph’s Home, Carmel Hospice c/o 156 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, T1A 5M1. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: John Ziegenhagel, 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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