November 29, 2016

By Obituaries on November 29, 2016.

1919 ~ BIFFART ~ 2016

Edward Biffart, beloved husband of Louise Biffart, passed away Thursday, November 24, 2016 at the age of 96 years at home in his caring retirement community of Masterpiece. Edward also leaves to cherish his memory a daughter, Sharon Martens (Rod) of Calgary; and a son, Darwin (Wanda) Biffart; four grandchildren, Travis (Mandy) Martens of Langley, BC, Rachael (Rodney) Hinz of Calgary, Trent (Lise) Martens of Calgary, Jessica (Aaron) Dewarle of Gabriola, BC; six great grandchildren, Kierra, Kyla, Ella, Spencer, Leo and Seb. Edward was born in Woodrow, Saskatchewan on November 25, 1919. He married Louise Fauser on October 20, 1943. He was predeceased by his parents, Karl and Christina Biffart; and siblings Sam, Charles, Charlotte, Anna, Bertha, Albert and Ruben. Edward loved the farm where he earned his living, choral music which he enjoyed conducting in church and for Hillcrest Christian College, travelling by motorhome, fishing, golfing and boating. He showed his great sense of humour while he engaged with friends, family and those who cared for him. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE on Monday evening from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at CRESTWOOD MENNONITE BRETHREN CHURCH, 2348 Dunmore Road SE, on Tuesday, November 29, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. A reception and luncheon will follow at 3:30 p.m. in the Terrace Room at Chinook Village, 2801 – 13 Avenue SE. A private interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Ed’s memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada, 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 Edward Biffart. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to
SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 http://www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis.com Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.

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1924 ~ GILL ~ 2016

Norman Gill of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Edna Gill, passed away on Monday, November 28th, 2016 at the age of 92 years. Norm leaves to cherish his memory one daughter, Arlene (Harry) Seitz. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Norm Gill. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed by
SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 http://www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis.com Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.

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1950 ~ RUSSELL ~ 2016

Garry Calvin Russell, beloved husband of Joan Russell of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, November 21st, 2016 at the age of 65 years. Garry also leaves to cherish his memory two daughters, Sandra Russell and Dawn (Nathan) Shorten; his mother, Emma Russell; four grandchildren, Josh, Jack, Olivia and Madyson Shorten; one sister, Carrol (Dwight) Knox; mother-in-law, Madeline Rawleigh; Joan’s brothers, Wayne (Wendy) Rawleigh, Gordon (Leah Ann) Rawleigh and Dale Rawleigh; one sister-in-law, Vivien Fiesel; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Garry was predeceased by his father, Calvin Russell; one brother, Dale Russell; and father-in-law, William Rawleigh. Garry was born on December 3rd, 1950 in Brooks, Alberta. He married Joan Rawleigh on March 24th, 1973 in Tilley, Alberta. Garry frequently enjoyed a game of golf with his golf buddies. He loved spending time with his grandkids and will be missed dearly by his family and many friends. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Wednesday from 12:00 noon to 12:55 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Wednesday, November 30th, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. with Dr. Shane P. Andrus officiating. Memorial gifts in Garry's memory may be made to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, c/o Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation, 666 – 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6 or to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, #300, 1725 – 10th Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta, T3C 0K1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Garry Russell. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to
SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 http://www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis.com Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.

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DOWNEY

Donald “Don” Paul Downey passed away on Monday, November 28, 2016, at the age of 61 years, beloved husband of Gerri Downey of Medicine Hat and loving father of Mike Downey (Alyssa Bennett) and Jarret (Amber) Downey. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Don Downey, 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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EDWARD "TED" BUTCHER

February 17, 1937 ~ November 23, 2016

It is with profound sadness that we, the family of Ted Butcher, loving husband of Trudy, for 58 years, announce his passing on Wednesday, November 23, 2016 at the age of 79 years. Along with Trudy, Ted leaves to cherish his memory five children: Erika (Terry) Bartman and their children, Rachel (Lorne) Vossler and Brett (Dara) Bartman; Eva (Morris) Lukowich and their daughter, Zoë; Angie (Aaron) Konschuk and their children Zachary (Reanne Andersen) and Jenna Konschuk; Marty (Diane) Butcher and their daughters Ashleigh and Mia; Mandy Butcher (Ron Harris) and their daughter, Jillian. Ted is also survived by extended family in both England and Germany.
Born in Southampton, England, Ted was the youngest of 6 children. After his initial schooling in England, Ted worked as a lab technician and served in the Royal Air Force as a radio technician in West Germany. An intelligent man with a thirst for knowledge, Ted continued his education first at King Alfred’s College in Winchester, then at the University of Southampton and finally at the University of Calgary.
On November 1, 1958, Ted married Trudy Strehl, in Southampton, England, where his teaching career began. In 1961, Ted and Trudy and their two young daughters moved to Canada, where he continued teaching in Bindloss, Alberta, before moving to Medicine Hat in 1965. As a principal, Ted taught several years at St. Louis School and then at St. Michael’s School until his retirement in 1997. Throughout his career, this kind and generous man exemplified the highest levels of honesty, integrity and respect to students, parents and colleagues alike. Ted was a strong supporter of the ATA, serving as District Representative for five years. He was known as a fearless fighter, using diplomacy to advocate for the rights of all those with whom he worked, but especially for the right of every child to receive a quality public education.
Ted spent most summers working as a hail adjuster, relishing the serenity that came with driving the open highway as the sun came up. He enjoyed meeting and walking with many farmers through their fields. Ted’s talents were extensive: he had a beautiful singing voice, he played the piano and the saxophone and shared his love of music and art with his students and his family. Ted was an avid gardener and an amazing cook, affectionately known as the “Muffin Man” by his family. His knowledge of vehicles was so extensive that he was considered the family’s car expert and no purchase was made without getting his opinion first. Ted loved sports: he started each day with his “Morning Swim”. He cycled, coached soccer and hockey and enjoyed watching all sports, especially if his grandchildren were participating. Ted often used his witty humour in his detailed storytelling with his family. Ted had a passion for politics. He also liked to travel, taking several trips throughout Canada, England, Germany, and California, with New Zealand on his wish list.
Ted was a good friend and colleague and a caring Husband, Dad and Grandad. Ted adored his eight grandchildren and felt so blessed to be their Grandad.
Always “A Principal with Principles”, Ted leaves a legacy of love for his family and fellow man that will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. We will miss him dearly.

As Ted truly lived and believed:
“What we desire for ourselves, we wish for all.” (J.S. Woodsworth)

A Private Celebration of Ted’s life will be held on Wednesday, November 30, 2016. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) Those wishing to honour Ted’s memory are encouraged to make donations to the Medicine Hat Catholic Schools’ Education Foundation, 1251 – 1 Avenue S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8B4. 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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FRISCH

Victor Frisch of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, November 27, 2016, at the age of 91 years, beloved husband of the late Alice Frisch. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, December 3, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Victor Frisch, 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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KATHERINE MARSHALL

1919 ~ 2016
It is with deep sorrow that the family of Katherine ‘Kay’ Marshall, beloved wife of the late Jacob Marshall, announce her passing at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Friday, November 25, 2016, at the age of 97 years. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so starting one hour prior to the Vigil Prayers and one hour prior to the Funeral Mass. Vigil Prayers will be recited at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, December 2, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat on Saturday, December 3, 2016, at 10:30 a.m. with Reverend Father Philip Le Celebrant. Interment will take place at St. Peter and Paul Cemetery, Acadia Valley, Alberta, later in the day at 3:00 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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