May 6, 2016
By Obituaries on May 6, 2016.
1923 ~ VOCKEROTH ~ 2016 Theodore "Ted" Vockeroth of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Lydia Vockeroth, passed away peacefully with his daughters by his side on Friday, April 29, 2016 at the age of 93 years. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, on Friday, May 6th, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. with Jim Hillson officiating. 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
1930 ~ BURBIDGE ~ 2016 Evelyn Fern Burbidge, loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on May 4th, 2016 at 85 years of age. Eve will lovingly be remembered by her children: Sandy Moritz (Immanuel) and Neil Burbidge (Kathleen); her grandchildren: Jennifer Loran (Chris), Matthew Burbidge (Julie), Nelson Burbidge (Christine), and Tasya Moritz; her great-grandchildren: Noah Loran, Izaak Loran, and Abigail Burbidge. She also leaves to cherish her memory many nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews, as well as many friends. Eve was born on the Erhardt family farm and as she would fondly say “near Govan, Saskatchewan”. Mom loved the hard work of farm life, sharing many happy times with her parents: Frederick and Lydia Erhardt; her siblings: Elmer Erhardt (Luella), Joyce Johnson (Fred) and Elaine Kelln (Ozzie). At twenty, she moved to Medicine Hat where she met her husband Philip Burbidge and they were married July 17th, 1951. Home became the centre of her life, raising her children, baking bread and cookies, and being a great neighbor and friend. As a founding member of Grace Lutheran Church, she taught Sunday School and ran the Brownie Pack for many years. When her children were older, she worked at Marshall’s Bookstore and the Monarch Theatre. In the mid-seventies, Eve went to work at Westgarth Gallery, eventually purchasing it and becoming a proud “business woman”. Later, forming a partnership with Neil, they changed the name to Cottonwood Gallery. She enjoyed every day in the store meeting new people and creating lasting friendships. Much to Mom’s joy, she and Sandy spent much time together travelling and exploring the world. As her grandchildren and great-grandchildren came into her life, she dedicated her time and love to them, enormously proud that they grew to be strong and independent. Eve was predeceased by her parents: Frederick and Lydia Erhardt; her husband, Philip Burbidge; and her brother in law, Ozzie Kelln. Cancer impacted her health but not her spirit. Mom lived a long life but she was always young at heart. And twilight drew its curtain
and pinned it with a star. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Saturday, May 7th, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. A private interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Evelyn's memory may be made to St. Joseph's Home (Carmel Hospice), 156 – 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Evelyn Burbidge. 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
1935 ~ STURGESS ~ 2016 Thomas "Tom" Edward Sturgess of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Evelyn Sturgess, passed away on Monday, May 2nd, 2016 at the age of 81 years. Tom leaves to cherish his memory two sons, Jeff (Jeanette) Sturgess and Tim Sturgess, both of Calgary; two grandchildren, Alex and Anthony; one brother, Robert Sturgess; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Tom was predeceased by his wife, Evelyn; his parents, Frederick and Margaret; one brother, Fred; and one sister, Dorothy. Tom had a great love for animals and they were known as the 'bird people' on 1st Street. He worked as a letter carrier with Canada Post for 35 years and was also with Scouts Canada for many years. Tom loved to play horseshoes and continued to play until the end. Special thanks to family and friends as well as to the nurses and staff at Good Samaritan's Society. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Wednesday, May 11th, 2016 at 3:00 p.m. with Dr. David J. Carter officiating. Memorial gifts in Tom's memory may be made to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Tom Sturgess. 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
1948 ~ BOCKMAN ~ 2016 It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Andrew “Andy” Bockman on Monday, May 2nd, 2016 at the age of 67 years. Andy was born in Medicine Hat on June 3rd, 1948, the third son for Chester and Mary Bockman. Left to cherish his memory is his soulmate of 42 years, Marlene (Kusler). He is also survived by his brothers, Tom (Patt) from West Chicago, Len (Wendy) from Calgary, and Ray (Barb) from Medicine Hat; as well as his in-laws, Lorne and Bev Kusler from Maple Creek; many nieces and nephews; and wonderful friends and neighbours. Andy was predeceased by his parents, Chester and Mary; and his mother and father-in-law, Art and Florence Kusler. Andy grew up in Redcliff and graduated from McCoy High School. He worked at A & B Steel, Varsteel, Dom Glass, and Wittke Waste Management in purchasing and retail. He took pride in doing a perfect job keeping up to date at all times. He was fussy and never late. His most recent part-time job as a funeral attendant with Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel was most rewarding as this position fit his passionate and caring nature. Travel was exciting for Andy with some of his favourite places being Jamaica for his niece, Jeanine’s, wedding, a cruise to St. Thomas to visit his niece, Kyla, a cruise through the Panama Canal, an Alaskan Cruise, and many other locations closer to home. He was always ready for a game of golf at Elkwater, providing the weather was nice…he was a fair weather golfer. Andy enjoyed many peaceful weekends at the lake playing cards and helping out with various functions put on by the Community Association. For the last two years, he enjoyed going to the mall food court for coffee with friends. Andy was a member of the Elks Club for a number of years and worked his way up to Exalted Ruler. He enjoyed his time there and the people he worked with. He also spent time on the board of directors for the Elkwater Golf Club, and was presently a director with the Elkwater Community Association, as well as secretary- treasurer for the Medicine Hat Horseshoe Club. Andy’s faith was important to him and enjoyed going to church when it fit into his schedule. It was important to have clean vehicles. He loved his white truck and worked hard to keep all his vehicles spotless inside and out. Andy was a great helper and could reach things in high places. If there was any cleaning to be done, he was the man. Andy was a loving husband, son, brother, uncle and friend. He never hesitated to tell you he loved you and gave big hugs. We will miss him. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Sunday from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be said at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Sunday, May 8th, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at HOLY FAMILY PARISH, 1451 Strachan Road SE, on Monday, May 9th, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. with Father John Maes, Celebrant. A Private Interment will take place at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Andy’s memory may be made to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation, #124, 430 – 6th Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8, or to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, 666 – 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6, or to the Elkwater Community Association, PO Box 27, Elkwater, Alberta, T0J 1C0. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Andy Bockman. 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
1948 ~ HAY ~ 2016 Elaine Rita Hay of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Joseph Hay, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 1st, 2016 at the age of 67 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 Elaine Hay. Funeral arrangements 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
BAILLY Daniel Louis Bailly of Medicine Hat passed away on Monday, May 2, 2016, at the age of 60. Dan is lovingly remembered by his mother, Anne Bailly of Grande Prairie; his twin sister, Sharon (Don) Peterson of Grande Prairie and nephews Christopher and Ryan, his brother, John (Simone) of Red Deer and his nephew, Reed and his niece, Sarah (Curtis) and their daughter, Sophia. He was predeceased by his father, Leslie Bailly.
Dan was born in Brooks and raised in Patricia. He farmed for many years before moving to Grande Prairie to work and attend college. He received his Power Engineering certificate in 1996. Later, he settled in Medicine Hat as he loved the prairie landscape and climate. Dan will be remembered for his kind, generous and positive nature and for his love of drawing and writing poetry. Keeping with Dan’s wishes a family service will be held later this month. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Schizophrenia Society, 526B – 3 St. SE, Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 0H3 or on-line at http://www.schizophrenia.ab.ca; or to the charity of one’s choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Daniel Bailly, 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
FREDA NOBLE LOWE April 26, 1925 ~ April 28, 2016 It is with heavy hearts that the family of Mrs. Freda Noble Lowe, announce her peaceful passing which occurred at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital while surrounded by her family on Thursday, April 28, 2016, at the age of 91 years. Left to cherish Freda’s memory are three daughters, Myrna (Gordon) Bushell of Seven Persons, AB. and their family, Heather Bushell and her daughter, Caitlyn; Tammy (Colin) Burgevitz and their daughters, Taylor, Mykayla, Camryn and Sydney; Vickie (Darryl) Stevenson of Canora, SK. and her sons, Shaun (Nicole) Stevenson and their children, Ryan, Blake and Ella; Greg (Jennifer) Stevenson; Joyce (Larry) Zazalack of Taber, AB. and their children, Judie (Devin) Werewka and their children, Ashton, Mason and Morgan; Jenelle (Jamie) O’Connor and their children, Aiden, Bryden and Madisen; Jarid (Destany) Zazalack; Jocelyn (Nic) Smith and their children, Xavier and Meka; Jarvis (Heather Mack) Zazalack. Freda is also survived by her sister, Anne Wurmlinger as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Ernie as well as seven brothers and three sisters. Freda was born in Nadeauville, SK. on April 26, 1925, to John and Annie Harrison. She enjoyed the opportunity to work at numerous jobs throughout the years and also maintained an active role within the Gull Lake community. 1998 marked 50 years of active involvement for Freda in the Royal Purple, an accomplishment she was very proud of. Freda appreciated each opportunity to travel abroad, visiting many different countries over the years. In 1999, she made the decision to move to Medicine Hat to be closer to her family whom she loved very much. After the move, she continued to stay active whether enjoying visits from family or playing cards and bingo. She will truly be missed! Those wishing to pay their respects may do so starting one hour prior to the Celebration of Freda’s Life which will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Monday, May 9, 2016, at 11:00 a.m., with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. Interment will follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery, Swift Current, SK. (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
PAULINE FREDA WINTERS February 19, 1941 ~ May 2, 2016 Pauline Freda Winters, beloved wife of the late Egbert “Epp” Winters, passed away in Redcliff on Monday, May 2, 2016, at the age of 75 years. She was born and raised in Medicine Hat where she completed all her schooling. Pauline married Epp in 1959, at Grace Lutheran Church in Medicine Hat, and settled in Redcliff where they raised their two children, Wendy and Paul. She resided in the same home all those years until the time of her passing. Pauline worked as a nurse’s aide, the glass factory and bartended at the Redcliff Legion for 30 years until her retirement. Regardless of how she was feeling, Pauline always wanted to put a smile on other people’s faces. She touched a lot of lives with her laughter and quick wit. Pauline was always making everyone smile with her “one liners” and provided the town with their daily dose of gossip at the Legion. In her early years, she loved camping and fishing in the old ford crankup as well as going to BINGO. Pauline enjoyed doing her daily “Redcliff watch” by cruising around town. She also liked painting Easter eggs and made Easter baskets every year for the family. When she was watching curling on TV, she was not to be disturbed or you would hear about it. Pauline especially enjoyed sharing time with her family during the holiday’s and in particular, had the time of her life in Mexico with friends and family and meeting new friends, “Salt & Pepper”. Pauline was a longtime member of the Ladies Auxiliary, Redcliff Legion, Branch #6. Pets were very important to her especially her grandcats and granddogger as well as Poco, Patches and Sasha. Pauline will be forever remembered in the hearts of her family; step-mom, Leona Cheret-Paprocky; daughter, Wendy (Mark) Renz and son, LouPaul Winters; grandchildren, Sierra (Joel) Ford, Shasteen (Dustin) Sader, Shalynn Winters, Tristen Winters; great-grandchildren, Emily, Kessa, Owen; siblings, Tommy (Gladys) Cheret, Armand (Sharon) Cheret, Forrest Cheret, Dollard Cheret, Zo (Bill) Drummond and Guy Pancoast. Pauline was predeceased by her husband, Egbert; mother, Olive Pancoast; father, Paul Cheret; step-father, Hugh Pancoast and brother, Larry Cheret. A private family interment has taken place at the Redcliff Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial donations in Pauline’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Red Cross, Alberta Wildfire Appeal, 398 Aberdeen Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB. T1A 0R2. (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
SCHAUFELE Jacqueline “Jacquie” Pamela Schaufele passed away on Wednesday, May 4, 2016, at the age of 69 years, beloved wife of Brian Schaufele of Medicine Hat. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Blaine Schaufele officiating. Private interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, Palliative Care (cheques payable to MH&D Health Foundation) 666 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, T1A 4H6 or online at http://www.InYourCommunity.ca. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Jacquie Schaufele, 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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