April 12, 2016

By Obituaries on April 12, 2016.

1935 ~ SHEWARD ~ 2016

Percy "Jim" James Sheward of Redcliff, beloved husband of the late Dianne Sheward, passed away on Saturday, April 9th, 2016 at the age of 80 years. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Friday, April 15th, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Jim Sheward. 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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1950 ~ TOMASZEWSKI ~ 2016

It is with deepest sadness that our family announces the passing of our husband, father and grandfather, Richard (Rick) Stephen Tomaszewski, on Thursday, April 7th, 2016 in Medicine Hat, Alberta at the age of 66 years. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL with Gary W. Goran officiating. Memorial gifts in Richard's memory may be made to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre and the Palliative Care Unit, both c/o Medicine Hat and District Health Foundation. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Richard Tomaszewski. 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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BECKER

Verna Marjorie Becker passed away on Friday, April 8, 2016 at the age of 80 years, beloved wife of Howard Becker of Medicine Hat. She also leaves to cherish her memory her children, Stan (Marie) Becker and Sheila Thurber; her grandchildren, Lacey (Peter) and their children, Isis and Corbin; and Shay Thurber; and her brothers, Alvin (Gladys) Kurpjuweit and Craig Lois) Kurpjuweit. She was predeceased by her parents, Herman and Olga Kurpjuweit and one sister-in-law, Joanne Kurpjuweit. Mom was the eldest of three siblings, raised on a farm south of Medicine Hat. She was a good student and avid reader, and throughout her life, continued to enjoy a good book whenever she had a chance. She always showed great compassion for animals and would sometimes prefer the company of a favorite horse or dog to people. As a young woman she played baseball, rode horses, worked on the farm and actively participated in all elements of farming and ranching. In 1956, she married Howard Becker, and after a short time in the Schuler area, they purchased the ‘Shaw’ ranch where they lived and raised their family until moving into Medicine Hat. In 1962, Howard began driving a school bus, which Mom would drive any time the farm needed Dad’s full attention. As a family, they enjoyed camping and made great memories taking summer holidays to many different magical places from camping in Fairmont to driving to Disneyland. Mom was always involved with the church, volunteering for many positions over the years. Even after Dad wasn’t able, she faithfully attended Little Plume until her passing. Mom’s commitment to God and her family always came first. Mom and Dad were founding members and both lived in Chinook Village until Dad moved to South Country Village in the summer of 2013, and then Mom in February of this year. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Tuesday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and on Wednesday from 10:00 – 10:55 a.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Clare Rattai and Pastor Mike Leist officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Parkinson Society of Southern Alberta, #101, 928 Allowance Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3G7. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Verna Becker, 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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GAIL McINTYRE

1956 ~ 2016
Mrs. Gail McIntyre, beloved wife of Larry McIntyre of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, April 8, 2016, at the age of 59 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced upon completion. (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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HAGEL

Anton “Tony” Victor Hagel passed away on Sunday, April 10, 2016, at the age of 79 years, beloved husband of Beatrice Hagel of Medicine Hat. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Tony Hagel, 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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MARY EMMA WICE

February 16th, 1923 ~ April 5th, 2016
It is with deep sadness that the family of Mary Wice announces her passing on Tuesday, April 5th, 2016 at the age of 93 years, surrounded by her family. The Funeral Service will be held today at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, at 3:00 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. Interment will follow in the family plot at Hillside Cemetery. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Mary Wice. 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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WEILER

Eva Weiler of Medicine Hat passed away on Sunday, April 10, 2016, at the age of 86 years, beloved wife of the late Stanley Weiler. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so on Wednesday evening from 6:00 -8:00 p.m. only. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday, April 15, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. with Chaplain Dallas Hjorth officiating. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society, Alberta and Northwest Territories 547 4 St. SE Medicine Hat, AB T1A 0K7. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Eva Weiler, 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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