April 14, 2016

By Obituaries on April 14, 2016.

1934 ~ BAXTER ~ 2016

John Baxter, beloved husband of Agnes "Nessie" Baxter of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, April 12th, 2016 at the age of 82 years. John also leaves to cherish his memory his daughter, Anne Baxter; two grandchildren, Allison (Bryan) Jeal and their children, Kaiden and Isaac, and Andrew Scott; three sisters, Chris, Ella (Bill), and Margie all in Scotland; and one sister-in-law, Pat Cook. John was predeceased by his parents, Archibald and Christina; one grandson, Derick Scott; and two brothers-in-law, Andy (Agnes) Cook and John Cook. John was born on March 30th, 1934 in Scotland. While in the British Military, John served with the United Nations Black Watch in Japan and Korea from 1952 to 1954. He married Nessie in Scotland on July 21st, 1956. While in Scotland, John worked at a Stationery Store. John and Nessie moved to Canada in 1966 settling in Edmonton. He began working for Canada Post as a postal carrier in 1968 retiring in 1994 when they settled in Medicine Hat. He was an avid Maple Leaf fan and loved the company of his family and friends, especially his grandchildren. John and Nessie enjoyed many trips to Scotland, were avid walkers and dog lovers. John will be lovingly remembered by his family and friends. The Funeral Service will be held at ST. JOHN'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 504 – 2nd Street SE, on Saturday, April 16th, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Dr. Nancy Cocks officiating. Interment will take place at a later date at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in John's memory may be made to St. John's Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund, 504 – 2nd Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0C6, to the charity of one's choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading John Baxter. 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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1943 ~ SCHMIDT ~ 2016

Faye Lana Schmidt of Medicine Hat, beloved companion of Dan Muzyka, passed away on Thursday, April 7th, 2016 at the age of 72 years. Faye leaves to cherish her memory her three children: Darren Snow of the Ukraine, and his children, Connor, Dayton, and Darika; Peter (Keri) Schmidt of Kamloops; and Lisa (Jason Nerbus) Snow of Grand Forks, BC; and one sister, Fern (Jon Olizarewicz) Snow of Vancouver, BC. Faye was predeceased by her husband, Laverne; her parents, Robert and Margaret Snow; one son, David Snow; one daughter, Leta Schmidt; and one sister, Gail Eely. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Saturday, April 16th, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Faye Schmidt. 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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1962 ~ KANIGAN ~ 2016

Darlene May Kanigan, beloved wife of Tim Kanigan, of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday April 10th, 2016 after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her loving family, at the age of 53 years. Darlene also leaves to cherish her memory four sons, Denis Papineau, Derek (Kelsey) Papineau, Donald (Chelsey) Bowman and Gordon Bowman; two step-daughters, Melissa (Chris) Putaro and Ashley (Darren) Poirier; nine grandchildren, Joelle and Lyric Papineau, Kacy and Preston Bowman, Nolan and Natalie Poirier, Zach, Brody and Violet Putaro; two sisters, Valerie Leronowich and Belinda (Lorne) McCallum; two brothers, Donald (Tracy) Leronowich and Richard Leronowich; her faithful companion and best friend, Diego; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and a host of friends. Darlene was predeceased by her parents, Donald and Margaret Leronowich. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. Memorial gifts in Darlene's memory may be made to either the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre or the Palliative Care Unit both c/o the Medicine Hat & 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 Darlene Kanigan. 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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BEV BUTTERWICK

1952 ~ 2016
Mr. Beverly Allan Butterwick, beloved husband of Cynthia, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Monday, April 11, 2016, at the age of 63 years. Bev was born on November 25,1952 in Lethbridge. He loved wood carving, fishing, hunting, boating and spending time on his Harley – a real outdoorsman. Bev’s favorite memories were those spent with family at the family cabins. He adored his grandchildren and will be immensely missed by them. Bev was very charismatic, humorous, kind and possessed qualities of a true gentleman. His memory will be cherished in the hearts of his wife, Cynthia; children, Shane (Heather) and their children, Jordan and Robert; Ryan (Angie) and their children, Taylor and Hope and Jaime (Jody) and their children, Jaxson, Parker and Preslee; parents, Bill and Delores; brothers, Dan (Donna) and Randy (Norma) as well as numerous nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Bev’s life will be held at the Foremost Community Hall, 802 – 1 Avenue West, Foremost, Alberta on Friday, April 15, 2016, with tributes and stories beginning at 3:00 p.m. Those attending are encouraged to dress ‘cowboy casual’. (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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DAN FOURNIER

1978 ~ 2016
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Daniel Wayne Fournier, announce his passing on Friday, April 8, 2016, at the age of 37 years. Daniel was born on August 27, 1978, in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Daniel started his schooling in Ralston and graduated from MHHS. He furthered his education at the Medicine Hat College on a university transfer program to the U of C with a Bachelor of Commerce; moving on to Vermillion College to complete his APP and then finally the University of BC obtaining his AACI Diploma. Daniel was the owner of Classic Appraisals and truly loved his job. He enjoyed traveling the world. Daniel will be remembered for his contagious smile, generosity and for being a prankster. He will be forever remembered by his parents, Daniel Sr. and Jannett; sister, Cheryl (Scott Kelly) Fournier and their children, Mia and Madden; grandmother, Beatrice Fournier as well as relatives, co-workers and many friends, including; Grant, Nancy, Kerri and Zuke. Daniel was predeceased by his sister, Kimberly Fischer (nee Fournier) in 2008. A Private Family Service will be held at Hillside Cemetery. (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. He also leaves to cherish his memory two children, Martin Hagel of Red Deer and John Hagel of Edmonton as well as several brothers and sisters and their families. He was predeceased by his parents, Magdalena and Victor Hagel. The funeral mass will be celebrated at St. Joseph’s Home (156 – 3 St. NE) on Saturday, April 16, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. with Fr. Albert Sayson celebrant. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the The Society of St. Vincent De’Paul c/o P.O. Box 24054 RP Crestwood, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8M8. 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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LINDA ANDERSON

August 28, 1947 ~ April 6, 2016
Linda Margaret Anderson of Medicine Hat passed away suddenly on Wednesday, April 6, 2016, at the age of 68 years. She leaves to cherish her memory: daughter, Scarlett Anderson; son-in-law, Darrell Anderson and their children, Evan Colton and Mandy. Linda will always be remembered as a generous, hardworking woman of great faith. It is this faith which has undoubtedly re-united her with her little girl, Robin Janette Anderson. A casual celebration of Linda’s life will be held in the Ortona Room at the Royal Canadian Legion, 702 – 2 Street S.E., Medicine Hat on Saturday, April 16, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. A light lunch will follow. (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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MEYER

Alexander “Sandy” Charles Meyer passed away on Friday, April 8, 2016 at the age of 70 years, beloved husband of Laura Meyer of Medicine Hat. He leaves to cherish his memory four children, Clark (Lindsay) Meyer of Calgary, Charles (Irina) Meyer of the Ukraine, Clint (Katie) Meyer of Rocky Mountain House, Sandra (Glen) Bergdahl of Medicine Hat; his grandchildren and great grandchildren, Dayna; Jeremy (Melody and Cooper); Josh; Talissa; Adrien (Aleigha and Tristan); Amber and Justin (Everleigh and Daxtin); Stacey (Brittni); Sasha; and Alius; one brother Rex Meyer of Medicine Hat; one brother-in-law Earl (Donna) Mahaffy of Lampman, Saskatchewan as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Lois and Alex Meyer and one brother Greg. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, April 16, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. David Pollard officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, NWT & NU, 100 – 119 14 St NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6 or to 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: Sandy Meyer, 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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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. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, John (Martha) Weiler, Sharon Frame, Donna Weiler and Carolyn Weiler; one son-in-law Renè Marcotte; five grandchildren, Stevie-Ann, Jamie, Slade, Sophie and Benoit; one great granddaughter, Katey as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, John and Eva Biel, son-in-law, James Frame in 2011, and her husband, Stanley in 1997. Eva was born on March 4, 1930 in Medicine Hat, Alberta and the only child of Eva and John Biel. At an early age, she joined her parents in their market garden enterprise and became an avid gardener with a love for all flowers and of course, an affinity to all things pink. Eva was educated in Medicine Hat schools graduating from Alexandra High School. She began her working career as the front desk secretary for CHAT Radio Station. It is here that she met the love of her life (Stanley). They married in 1953 and together raised four children. Once the children were all in school, Eva worked at a variety of part time jobs eventually retiring from a long time position at the CIBC bank. However, her love of all things fashion related drew her to a part time position at a downtown fashion boutique where she worked for several years after retirement, Music and singing were an integral part of Eva’s life which evolved into numerous activities including singing in various choirs, singing the national anthem at Tiger hockey games, and many roles in musical theatre. Eva is a lifetime member of Medicine Hat Musical Theatre. In their later years, Eva and Stanley continued to share their passion for music by playing and singing invarious dance bands. Music will keep her spirit alive in our hearts forever. All who knew Eva were affected by her delightful enthusiasm for life, friends, and family. Eva taught us to live generously, to embrace life joyfully, and to love wholeheartedly. By embracing and living this legacy, we will remember Eva forevermore. The family wishes to express a special thank you to all dedicated staff and volunteers at Good Samaritans for the gentle and loving care they have provided for Eva over the past 10 years. Thank you as well, to Dr. Jonker for his compassion and care. Family and friends gathered to pay their respects at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME 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. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. 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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