October 14, 2016
By Obituaries on October 14, 2016.
1917 ~ FOWLIE ~ 2016On October 8, 2016, at the wonderful age of 99 years FRANK Fowlie passed away peacefully at Sunnyside Nursing Home, where for the past 2 years he had been cared for with genuine compassion.
Frank was born in the home on the Fowlie homestead in Social Plains, Alberta on September 25, 1917. He was the fourth child born to William & Christina Fowlie, joining big brothers, Bill and Jack and sister, Helen (Elle Hern) and baby brother, Georgie joined the family a few years later.
Frank attended Social Plains School helping Elle with the janitorial chores. School was NOT his "thing" and to prove it…he has his "school leaving certificate" for the end of grade nine. At 15 years of age he had to do a man's day of work. His dad passed away shortly after and Frank took over the responsibilities of the farm.
The Social Plains teachers were often boarded at the Fowlie home and it was Frank's lucky day when Miss Helen Holt arrived to teach. The romance flourished and they were married as soon as school was out…July 3, 1943. They were a devoted couple for 57 years. Two boys arrived to complete their family, Lloyd in 1945 and Lynn in 1951.
Frank loved farming…as long as it was with horses. When tractors replaced the teams, Frank lost his enjoyment in farming. He enjoyed his cattle herd and good saddle horses all of his life. He raised a herd of purebred horned Herefords and was one of the initial contributors to the Medicine Hat Bull Sale.
He enjoyed playing ball, pitching for Bindloss at many Sports Days. His love of ball continued after retirement and he played a lot of slow pitch in Medicine Hat. He also took up golf and enjoyed the game well into his nineties.
Frank was ALWAYS ready for a game of cards. Bridge was his favorite. Many games were played with his mom and brothers, with Helen and the boys, with his grandchildren and great grandchildren… Amazing!! The crib games with his niece, Marilyn and his sister, Elle were pretty competitive for the loonie that was at stake.
Irene Romeril was one of their first good friends in Medicine Hat. Irene later became Frank’s very special friend. They enjoyed many crib games together with the folks at Redcliff and Strathcona Centre
He was always very focused on family. Whether it was his sons, grand kids or his great grand kids, he truly enjoyed being able to cheer them on in any activity.
Frank will always be remembered with love and pride by his family, Lloyd and Linda (Crocker), their daughter, Laurie and son, Shane, Laurie's children, Colton, Kelsie and Tanner Battrum, Lynn and Betty Lou (Hern) and their daughters, Tammy (Kyle) Brown and children, Cloey and Hunter, Denise (Dan) Phoenix and children, Nolan and Avery, Barbara (Colin) McNiven and children, Rena & Mier, and many special nieces and nephews.
Frank’s life is truly a life to be celebrated. He has left us all a wonderful Legacy. Be honest, and be true to your word. A handshake has meaning. If you have a job to do …do it!! Family and friends are important! Hang on to the cow’s tail and she will pull you through the tough times.
The family would like to thank all who brightened Frank's day. Especially Dr. Booyens and the staff at Sunnyside who went above and beyond in their friendship and wonderful care of Frank.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Thursday from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at WESTMINSTER UNITED CHURCH, 101 – 6th Street SE, on Friday, October 14, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Chelsea Masterman and Dr. Shane P. Andrus co-officiating. Interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Frank's memory may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Association, #300, 1725 – 10th Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta, T3C 0K1 or a charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent thought http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Frank Fowlie. 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
1929 ~ SKUBAN ~ 2016 Margaret Skuban of Medicine Hat, formerly of Rolling Hills, passed away at her home on October 11th, 2016. A Celebration of Margaret's Life will be held at the ROLLING HILLS COMMUNITY HALL on October 14th, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Margaret Skuban. 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
1936 ~ PAGE ~ 2016 Norman "Norm" Harold Page, beloved husband of Anita Page of Medicine Hat, passed away on Saturday, October 8th, 2016 at the age of 80 years. Norm also leaves to cherish his memory three children, Sonny (Cathy) Page, Angela Page, and Ann (Robert) Renschler; eight grandchildren; two sisters, Shirley (Joe) Benoit and Gloria (Real) Ostiguy; as well as numerous nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Memorial gifts in Norm's memory may be made 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 Norm Page. 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
BELIC, STANIMIR – Mr. Stanimir Belic, a 50 year member of the Plumbers and Pipefitters Union, Local 496, passed away September 25th, 2016 in his homeland of Serbia. The Officers, Members & Staff extend their deepest sympathy.
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