September 8, 2016

By Obituaries on September 8, 2016.

1936 ~ McKENZIE ~ 2016

It is with loving hearts that the family of Shirley Mae McKenzie announce her peaceful passing at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Tuesday September 6, 2016 at the age of 80 years. Shirley leaves behind her beloved husband, Bill; her daughters, Mary (George Anderson) and Margaret (David Farran); and four grandchildren, Leigh Farran, Anne Anderson, Reid Anderson and Tom Farran. She will be sadly missed by brother-in-law, Norman (Angele) McKenzie; and many nieces and nephews, including her special niece, Patsy Malasky. Shirley was born in Assiniboia, Saskatchewan on May 15, 1936 and was the only child of United Church minister Enos Montour and his wife Hilda. She lived in various towns in Saskatchewan as a child and spent her teenage years in Hagersville, Ontario before moving to Aneroid, Saskatchewan in 1953. Shirley and Bill were married on December 3, 1954 and spent the next forty years farming, raising their family and contributing to the Saskatchewan communities of Aneroid, Ponteix and Outlook. In 1994, they retired to Medicine Hat and continued to enjoy a busy life of socializing with friends and family, travelling around Canada and the USA, spending time at the family cottage at Cypress Hills and volunteering in the community. Shirley’s love of people and her outgoing personality shone like a beacon to all who knew her. She loved music and spent many happy hours playing piano and singing for others, most recently with her friends Richard and Len as part of the We Three. Shirley’s family was her pride and joy – she adored her grandchildren and loved to organize family reunions and celebrations. A Celebration of Shirley’s Life will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Saturday, September 10, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. with Dr. Shane P. Andrus officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Shirley’s name may be made to the Salvation Army, 164 Stratton Way SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1B 3R3 or to the charity of one’s choice. Many thanks to the doctors, nurses and other staff of the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital who cared for Shirley during her illness. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Shirley McKenzie. 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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1937 ~ TARNASKE ~ 2016

Oscar Tarnaske of Medicine Hat, passed away at Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Monday, September 5th, 2016 at the age of 79 years. Oscar leaves behind his daughters, Pauline Tarnaske of Cochrane and Bernice Liepert (Stephen) of Medicine Hat; and grandson, Jesse Liepert of Medicine Hat. Oscar was predeceased by his parents, Wilhelm and Berta Tarnaske. Oscar moved from Germany to Canada as a young boy with his family. He made Medicine Hat his permanent home but never forgot about his German roots. Previous to his illness he enjoyed bike riding, travelling, fixing up old cars and being outside with nature. He will be remembered for his incredible strength and perseverance and will be sadly missed. A Private Graveside Service will be held. Memorial gifts in Oscar's memory may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Medicine Hat & District Branch, 102, 73 – 7th Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1J2 or to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation, 124, 430 – 6th Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Oscar Tarnaske. 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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DENISE LeBLANC

1935 ~ 2016
Mrs. Denise Marie Emilie LeBlanc, beloved wife of the late Mr. Julian LeBlanc, passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Tuesday, September 6, 2016, at the age of 80 years. Denise leaves to cherish her memory: children, Albert (Carol), Louise, Teresa, Ronald (deceased), Armond (Lorraine), Kathy (Sheldon), Raymond (Christina), Dennis (Judy); 22 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister, Julie (Dave); brother, Jules (Theresa); sister-in-law, Lynn Dufault as well as numerous other extended family and friends. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Thursday, September 8, 2016, between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. A Graveside Celebration of Denise’s life will be held at the Wetaskiwin Memorial Cemetery at a future date. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) If friends so desire, memorial donations in Denise’s name may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 124, 430 – 6 Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8. 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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HARDEN

Valerie Ruth Harden of Medicine Hat passed away on Saturday, September 3, 2016, at the age of 74 years, beloved wife of the late Allen Victor Harden. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Terri (Rosaire) Perrault of Lac Pelletier, Saskatchewan and Kelly (Leslee) Harden of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan; four grandchildren, Shawn (Shevaun) Perrault, Jenna (Jason) Riess, Evan (Carrie) Olfert and Lindsay (Colleen) Olfert; ten great grandchildren, Jaycee, Layna, Grady, Blythe, Hailey, Angelise, Reid, Summer, William and Etta; her brother, Arnie (Lorraine) Wentland; her sister Judy (Bob) Strawson as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Bernard and Elsie Wentland and her husband, Allen on August 15, 1997. Val was born in Herbert to Elsie and Bernard Wentland. She was the oldest of three children, having a younger brother, Arnie, and baby sister Judy. She married Allen Harden in Oct of 1959. They moved to a farm house just outside of Swift Current where they created a farm life. It wasn’t very long before Terri joined them and their son, Kelly, came along three years later. Though they moved into Swift Current, they continued to farm for many years. In 1987 Val and Al retired and moved to Kelowna. They created a life there that involved family and developing a new community of friends. Little did they know that farming was deep in their blood. Though they lived in Kelowna, they travelled back to Saskatchewan every year to put the crop in and harvest it. Finally, missing their kids and grandkids, they returned to Swift Current in 1991, and enjoyed being close for the many family events. After Allen’s death in 1997 Valerie moved to Medicine Hat where she led a full life filled with family, friends and new adventures. Most recently Valerie was a resident of Meadowlands.
Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the church on Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 10: 25 a.m. The funeral service will be held in Victory Lutheran Church (2793 Southview Drive SE) on Friday, September 9, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. with Diaconal Minister Lila deWaal officiating. Interment will follow in Mount Pleasant Cemetery (Swift Current, Saskatchewan) at 3:30 p.m. 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. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Valerie Harden, 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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JOHN RICHARD MALOY

1938 ~ 2016
Mr. John Richard Maloy, beloved husband of Ellen, passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Monday, September 5, 2016, at the age of 78 years. Along with Ellen, his wife of 58 years, John leaves to cherish his memory 5 children and their families: Naomi Moreno and her 2 children, Daniel (Carame) and their 2 children, Kieran and Jayden, Stacey; Mike (Kathi) and their 2 children, Randal (Erin), Ryan (Dayna) and their daughter, Emma; Chris (Sue) and their son, Nicholas; Shawn (Shirley) and their 5 children, CJ, Alex, Damien, Zak and Elora-Belle; Jay (Michelle) and their 2 children, Adam and Sydney-Ellen. He is also survived by his sister, Pat MacFadyen; brother, Floyd (Donna) and their families. Everyone is invited to a come and go celebration of John’s life which will be held at the New Horizons Club in Irvine, Alberta on Saturday, September 10, 2016, between 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. (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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1969 – 2016
Ronald was born in Medicine Hat on August 15th, 1969 and passed away on Tuesday, August 30th, 2016 at the age of 47 years. Ronald leaves his mother, Barb; and two brothers, Trevor and Richard; along with many aunts, uncles and cousins to cherish his memory. He was predeceased by his father, Cecil Hausauer; and his grandparents. There will be a graveside service for
family
on Friday, September 9th, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at Hillside Cemetery. Family and friends are welcome to join his family at their home after 3:30 p.m. at 2633 – 22nd Avenue SE. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ronald Hausauer. 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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WEISS

Martha Weiss of Medicine Hat, AB formerly of Maple Creek, SK passed away September 6, 2016 at the age of 98 years. A Funeral Service will be held at the Maple Creek United Church in Maple Creek, Saskatchewan on Saturday, September 10th, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. with Eleanor Bowie officiating. In memory of Martha donations may be made to the Maple Creek United Church. Binkley's Funeral Service Maple Creek & Leader in charge of arrangements, 306-662-2292. http://www.binkleysfuneralservice.com

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WILMA COLLINGE

1943 ~ 2016
It is with sadness that the family of Wilma Janet Collinge, beloved wife of Tom, announce her passing at the St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice on Saturday, September 3, 2016, at the age of 73 years. Along with Tom, her loving husband of 54 years, Wilma leaves to cherish her memory their three children, Brenda (Joe) Ridley, Mike (Christine) Collinge and Dee (Steve) Keats; 12 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren and one brother, Bob (Linda) Laing. Wilma worked for 21 years at Dominion Glass and then as a nursing aid for 23 years at Riverview Care Centre. She was devoted to her residents and cared deeply for them all. Wilma loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and many good friends. She loved being outdoors and enjoyed her yard filled with flowers that she spent many hours tending to. The Funeral Service celebrating Wilma’s life will be held at the Dream Centre Church, 1714 Saamis Drive N.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, September 9, 2016, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Greg Keen officiating. If friends so desire, memorial donations in Wilma’s name may be made directly to the Dream Centre Church – School Hot Lunch Program, 1714 Saamis Drive N.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1C 1W7 or to the St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice, 156 – 3 Street N.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0K2 (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cook southland.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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