September 13, 2016

By Obituaries on September 13, 2016.

1930 ~ KISINGER ~ 2016

Lynn Kisinger of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Edward "Eddy" Kisinger, passed away on Friday, September 9th, 2016 at the age of 86 years. Lynn leaves to cherish her memory her son, Bill (Ruth) Kisinger; two daughters, Cheryl (Ken) Hirsch and Brenda (Rob Hauck) Hazelaar; nine grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and daughter by heart, Hanna Lee. Lynn was predeceased by her husband, Eddy; her parents, Michael and Irene Plotsky; and one brother, Bill Plotsky. Lynn had a friendly nature, loved to talk to anyone, and enjoyed working with the public. She was always very well dressed and was known by the nickname 'Red'. Lynn will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by her family and friends. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Tuesday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., on Wednesday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and on Thursday from 12:00 to 12:55 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Thursday, September 15th, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Ken Edel officiating. Interment will take place at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery on Friday, September 16th, 2016. Memorial gifts in Lynn’s memory may be made to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation, #124, 430 – 6th Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8, or to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, 6007 – 1A Street SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2H 0G5. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Lynn Kisinger. 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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1936 ~ LEHR ~ 2016

Harley Lehr, beloved husband of Celia Lehr of Walsh, passed away on Sunday, September 11th, 2016 at the age of 79 years. Harley also leaves to cherish his memory his sister, Eileen (Harry) Hannan; sisters-in-law, John and Betty Stoesz and Judy Bercik; as well as special nieces, Aimee and Melaina. Harley was predeceased by his parents, Rudolph and Emma Lehr; one brother, Alister Lehr; his father and mother-in-law, Charlie and Nondas Kimola; as well as his sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Leona (Erwin) Hagalof, Charlotte (Allen) Cail, and Paul Kimola. Harley was a life time resident of Walsh. At Harley's request, there will be no formal funeral service. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Harley Lehr. 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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1940 ~ YOUNG ~ 2016

Larry James Young, beloved husband of Lona Young of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, September 12th, 2016 at the age of 76 years. Larry also leaves to cherish his memory his son, James (Kira) Young of Calgary; his daughter, Jody Young of Vancouver; two grandsons, Cameron and Matthew; one sister, Shirley (Frank) Fode; one brother-in-law, Dr. Richard (Sandy) Ziegler; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Larry was predeceased by his parents, Walter and Margaret Young. A Private Family Time of Remembrance will be held. Memorial gifts in Larry'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 Larry Young. 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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CAMPBELL, ODETTE

January 9, 1937 – September 10, 2016
It is with sadness the family of Odette Campbell announce her peaceful passing at the Ross Payant Nursing Home in Assiniboia, SK in the early hours of Saturday, September 10, 2016, after a long struggle with dementia and alzheimers. She will be missed by her children Ken of Moose Jaw, Debbie of Moose Jaw and John (Maude) of St. John's. Her memory will be cherished by her grandchildren Rob, Denniel, Rykker, Brock, Lori and Jason. She is survived by her brother Ken (Gwen) and family of Lumsden, SK, her sister Sylvia (Don) and family of Stettler, AB, and by many other relatives who kept in contact with her over the last few years. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to all of the staff of the Ross Payant Nursing Home in Assiniboia for the fantastic and loving care they provided mom during her 2-1/2 years of residence. We would like to give a special thanks to the Care Aides and Nurses who gave so much time, love and exceptional care 24/7 to mom during her time there. Mom loved all of you. At Odette's request, there will be no funeral. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made in Odette’s name to your local animal shelter or pet rescue organization.
Arrangements are entrusted to
Parkview Funeral Chapel
474 Hochelaga St. W, Moose Jaw, SK, S6H 2G9
Blair & Kelly Scott, Funeral Directors
306-694-5500
Please see our online book of condolences at
http://www.parkviewfuneralchapel.ca

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CHERNOFF

Marjorie Ellen Chernoff of Medicine Hat passed away on Saturday, September 10, 2016, at the age of 82 years. The funeral service will be held at a later date. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Marjorie Chernoff, 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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GERALD KOENIG

1946 ~ 2016
It is with sadness that the family of Gerald Koenig, beloved husband of Carol Koenig, announce his passing at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Wednesday, September 7, 2016, at the age of 70 years. A Celebration of Gerald’s life will take place at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, on Friday, September 16, 2016 at 11:00 a.m., with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. (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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KUMARASWAMY

Vijayakumar Kumaraswamy passed away on Thursday, September 8, 2016, at the age of 58 years, beloved husband of Leonor Kumaraswamy of Medicine Hat. He also leaves to cherish his memory his sons, Krish and Rabi Kumaraswamy. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Friday from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday at 5:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Saturday, September 17, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Vijaykumar Kurmaraswamy.
Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

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MARTHA ANDERST

June 13, 1923 ~ September 10, 2016

It is with loving hearts that the family of Martha Anderst announce her peaceful passing at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Saturday, September 10, 2016, at the age of 93 years. Martha was born in Medicine Hat on June 23, 1923, a daughter to proud parents, Carl and Carrie Herrmann. She was raised and adopted the values of a hardworking farm girl on the Carl Herrmann Family Farm located south of Schuler. Martha attended the Friedensfeld School and furthered her education at the Christian Training Institute in Edmonton. She met and later married Albert Anderst on July 19, 1946 at Grace Baptist Church in Medicine Hat. They were blessed with six children. As a young girl she developed a deep love for the Lord which she carried throughout her life. Martha was an active member of Friedensfeld Baptist Church while growing up, Hilda Baptist Church from 1946 – 1977 as well as Grace Baptist Church and Hillcrest Evangelical Church in Medicine Hat. She taught Sunday School, served on the Women’s Missionary Fellowship and her voice could be heard singing in the church choirs. Martha was employed as a house cleaner and at the Redcliff Glass Factory during the war years. She was a tireless worker all her life. Family meant everything to her…as a loving mother, grandma and great-grandma, she was a pillar of strength and support for the family. Martha always had a keen interest in the activities of her children and grandchildren and was always there to cheer them on. She had a kind, gentle spirit and warm smile that would light up the room! Martha was a lady who was well liked and offered a valuable gift of friendship to those she met. She had an amazing memory and noted her life by keeping a diary in which she made daily entries for over 50 years! Every occasion, small or great, was memorable to Mom because her love for the Lord and her love for family, friends and people in general. Martha will be dearly remembered by her children, Gloria (Doug) Roth and their family, Marcel (Sherry) Roth – (Jordyn and Eathan) and Jeff; Cliff (Peggy) Anderst and their family, Sharalee (Bruce) Petch – (Austen and Landra), Kimberlee (Phil) Dickau – (Ben and Reese); Carolyn (Cliff) Roth and their family, Morgan (Greg) Rowland – (Drew), Lee and his fiancee, Barbara; Cyril (Linda) Anderst and their family, Jared (Andrea) Anderst – (Eliza, Miriam and Abigail), Peter (Ana) Anderst – (Rocco and Enzo), and David; Janice (Paul) Tee and their family, Lauren (Joel) Billingsley and Maegan Otto; Joanne Otto and her family, Jeremy (Bobbi) – (Brooke-lyn, Brianna, Jordyne, Jaidyne and Hailey), Stephanie – (Courtney). She is also survived by a brother, Rubin (Jean) Herrmann; sisters, Freda (Wally) Kanwischer, Caroline Zeitner and Helen Griscowsky; sister-in-law, Helanda Herman as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Albert; parents; grandson, Landon Otto; two brothers, Ted Herman and Edwin Herrmann and a sister, Barbara Sonnenberg. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., on Wednesday, September 14, 2016, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Martha’s life will be celebrated at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Thursday, September 15, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Tom Anderst officiating. A private family graveside service with Rev. Rubin Herrmann officiating will take place prior to the celebration. For those not able to attend, the Celebration of Martha’s life will be live-streamed and may be viewed by visiting http://www.cook southland.com at the scheduled time. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Martha’s name may be made directly to Home Care, c/o the Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation, MHRH, 666 – 5th 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

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MARTIN, Carol Irene (nee Pahl)

July 9, 1947 – Medicine Hat, Alberta
September 4, 2016 – Calgary, Alberta
Carol Irene Martin passed away surrounded by family on Sunday, September 4, 2016 at the age of 69 years.
Carol leaves behind her loving daughter, Melody; mother Lydia; sister Sharon; brother Darcy; and extended family and dear friends. She was predeceased by her father Herbert.
Carol will be deeply missed and always remembered in our hearts.
Memorial Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY (Chapel of the Bells, 2720 Centre Street North) on Saturday, September 17, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. Condolences may be forwarded through http://www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Carol Martin, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH, Telephone: 403-276-2296.

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MILES CLEVE MAYER

Miles C. Mayer passed away on Saturday, September 10th, 2016 at the age of 62 years. Miles was born and raised in Medicine Hat. After graduating from MHHS, he obtained a degree in Political Science from McGill University in Montreal. He then obtained his MBA from the University of Alberta in Edmonton, where he met his future wife, Michele. In 1979 he was able to buy his uncle’s ranch near Manyberries and he started his ranching career. For the first few years he also worked off the ranch, teaching Gear Up Financially through the Alberta Government and as a financial consultant for the Federal Government. He raised Black Angus cattle and produced green feed and hay to feed them. He was very well read and kept up with the latest technology. Miles was a wonderful steward of his land and resources, carrying on the traditions of his family. He was a modest, kind man who loved his family and the ranching way of life. He was always ready to help any neighbours. Miles will be greatly missed by his wife, Michele; sons, Lucas and Nathan (Tiffany); sister, Tania Borg (Doug); parents-in-law, George and Dorothy Gauthier; Michele’s siblings, Mary Beveridge (Gary), Teresa Gauthier, Dan Gauthier, Gerard Gauthier (Jane), Cathy Ludlow (Lawrence), and Anne Saftich; aunt, Lillian Hassard; many cousins, nieces and nephews; friends and neighbours. Miles was predeceased by his parents, Herb and Alice Mayer. Miles, along with the family, was very grateful for the wonderful care given to him by Dr. Best and the doctors and nurses on the Palliative Care Unit at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. A private family service will be held. Friends are invited to join the family for a Time of Fellowship to be held at the SOUTHSIDE EVENTS CENTRE, #4 Strachan Court SE, on Friday, September 16th, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Miles’ memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 2P5, or to HALO, 12 – 49 Viscount Avenue SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5G4. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Miles Mayer. 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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MOORE

With heavy hearts, the family of Jean Marion Moore, announce her passing at the Riverview Care Centre on Wednesday, September 8, 2016 at the age of 92 years, with her daughters by her side. She was predeceased by her loving husband Mickey in 2015, one month short of their 70th wedding anniversary. She leaves to cherish her memory three daughters, Betty (Ralph) O’Bray, Heather Wooding (Pat Flinn) and Rachelle “Rae” (Don) Knutson; nine grandchildren, Todd and Lora (Hope, Brent, Cory); Dana and Cody (Austin (Rylie), Justin, Brylee, Balee, Kade); Steven and Stacey (Tanner (Jen), Jayna); James and Rhonda (Lane,Teagan); April and Andrew (Victoria – her daughter Lexington; Ethan); Steven and Larissa (Kiarra, Kloe); Rory (Chris); Cari (Cooper, Coen); Kevin and Karen (Emma, Abbey); as well as numerous nieces and nephews and great friend John Reynolds. She was also predeceased by her parents Rachel and Harry Henderson; Mickey’s parents Milton and Florence Moore; son-in-law James Wooding; two sisters, Eve Park and Betty Duncan; two brothers, Harold and Harry Henderson and two sisters-in-law, Kathleen Tullis and Geraldine Moore. Jean was born on August 24, 1924 in Owen Sound, Ontario. Following school, she was employed building furniture until she joined the Canadian Women’s Army Corps, honourably discharged in 1945 with the rank of Corporal. On September 1, 1945 Jean and Mickey were wed in Owen Sound, Ontario and then moved west to Medicine Hat, where they raised their family. Jean was a homemaker while the girls were young, then worked at Co-op and completed her career as a Manager in women’s retail. Her community service included President of Opti-Mrs, President of Ex-Service Women’s Organization and a faithful member of Fifth Avenue Memorial United Church. Jean’s greatest joy was her family. Her hobbies included knitting, jigsaw puzzles and gardening. One of Mom and Dad’s greatest accomplishments was building a cabin in Elkwater, creating a home away from home with many wonderful memories. Following the sale of the cabin, they enjoyed traveling and cruising to various destinations. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Monday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Tuesday from 12:00 noon – 12:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. David Pollard officiating. Officers and members of the Royal Canadian Legion, Robertson Memorial Branch #17 will conduct a poppy service for their departed comrade. Interment will take place in the in the Field of Honor at Hillside Cemetery on Wednesday, September 14, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. Anyone wishing to attend the graveside service is asked to gather inside the cemetery gates at 12:45 p.m. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion, Robertson Memorial Br. #17, 702 – 2 St. SE, Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 0E1 or the S.P.C.A. – 55 Southwest Drive SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8E8. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Jean Moore, 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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WATSON

Donald “Don” Clayton Watson passed away on Sunday, September 11, 2016, at the age of 57 years, beloved husband of Deni Watson of Redcliff. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Alberta Lung Association, P.O. Box 4700, Station South, Edmonton, AB T6E 9Z9. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Don Watson, 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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