January 25, 2017
By Obituaries on January 25, 2017.
1921 ~ WILLIAM WESTLAND ~ 2017 William "Bill" Westland was born in Bow Island on October 13th, 1921 and resided in Medicine Hat until his passing on January 23rd, 2017. He was predeceased by his wife, Helen; a daughter, Shirley Dowler; one granddaughter, Lorrie Dowler; and two great-grandchildren, Brentley and Shandi Dowler. Dad worked all his life in Medicine Hat for the Public Works and the majority of his career at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital as a nursing orderly in the operating room until his retirement at age 55. For many years, he served as a representative for C.U.P.E. Local 189 where he was involved in negotiating for the union at a provincial level. Dad enjoyed growing flowers and gardening at his own home until his health would no longer permit him to do so. He then took up residence at Sunnyside Nursing Home until his passing. Dad is survived by one son, Jim (Gail); son-in-law, Carl Dowler; as well as five grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by many friends and family members. Very special thanks goes to the staff at the Haven Villa who so compassionately took care of him during his failing years. The Graveside Service will be held at HILLSIDE CEMETERY, 10th Avenue and Gershaw Drive SW, on Thursday, January 26th, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Bob Findley officiating. Those wishing to attend are asked to meet inside the cemetery gates at 10:45 a.m. Memorial gifts in Bill's memory may be made to the charity of one's choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Bill Westland. Funeral arrangements are entrusted toSAAMIS 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.
1927 ~ KEITH BENNETT ~ 2017
With heavy hearts the family announces the passing of Keith Leon Bennett at the age of 89 years on Friday, January 20th, 2017 with his loving family at his side. Keith was predeceased by his dear wife, Lillian on September 17th, 2015; they shared 65 years together. Keith leaves to cherish his memory his four children, Linda Keith, Carol (Jim) Hintz, Peggy Wester (Grant Thompson), and Calvin (Michele) Bennett; 14 grandchildren, Mark (Karina) Backer, Dean (Amanda) Ressler, Kristin (Warren) Senft, Jason Reeder (Carrie), Aaron Hintz, Carmen Hintz, Derek Hintz (Devon), Bradley Wester (Katie), Stephen Wester (Leslie), Kelly Wester (Larissa), Shane (Andrea) Bennett, Sharrese (Adam) Dovichak, Shaun Bennett, and Shayla Bennett (Joshua); four step-grandchildren, Brittney (Austin) LaBranche, Jared (Jennifer) Thompson, Delman Thompson, and Jenica Thompson; 14 great-grandchildren; one brother, Roger (Janice) Bennett; sister-in-law, Lori Bennett; brother-in-law, Donald Hunter (Joan Hogan); sister-in-law, Donna Hunter; as well as many special nieces and nephews. Keith was born in Magrath, AB on September 24th, 1927. Keith had a very adventurous spirit and when he was in Grade 11 he decided to head out on his own to explore the world, horses and cattle became his passion! He worked for many ranchers breaking horses, milking cows and moving cattle. He loved being on a horse and could name each and everyone of them. Eventually his career changed to being an agent buying grain for the Alberta Wheat Pool. The highlight of his younger years was when he met Lillian Hunter. They fell in love and were married on June 17th, 1950. During their early years of marriage, there was an opening for a position with the Medicine Hat City Police Department and Keith was hired. An amazing 34 years on the force, retiring as "Inspector Bennett". His loving wife Lillian was always there to support his career. They spent many hardworking years together building their future and raising their children. Grandchildren arrived and life was perfect because the more they had, the more they loved. In 2012 Keith and Lillian decided to move to Chinook Village. After Lillian's passing in 2015, Keith was diagnosed with ALS in March of 2016. With more care needed, he moved to Riverview Care Center where he lived out his last months. As a family, we are extremely proud to call this fantastic man Dad, Father-in-law, Grandpa (G-pa, Papa), Great Grandfather, Brother, Brother-in-law, Uncle and of course, Friend. A special thank you to the staff at Riverview Care Center and also to the ALS Society for all the loving care and support they gave to our dad! Dad, we will miss your smile, your hugs, your happy teasing, the chats we had, your support and unconditional love. We're so happy you have been reunited with mom. We're not saying good bye…….we're just saying "until we're together again". The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Wednesday, January 25th, 2017 at 12:00 p.m. with Pastor Lance Duncalfe officiating. A Reception will follow at Chinook Village, Terrace Room, 2801 – 13th Avenue SE, at 1:00 p.m. A private interment will take place at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Keith's memory may be made to the ALS Society of Alberta, 7874 – 10th Street NE, Calgary, AB T2E 8W1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Keith Bennett. 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.
1942 ~ JOSEPH THIEL ~ 2017 Joseph "Joe" Maurice Thiel, beloved husband of Sharon Thiel of Redcliff, passed away on Friday, January 20th, 2017 at the age of 74 years. Joe also leaves to cherish his memory one daughter, Sheila Thiel; one brother, George (Gladys) Thiel; one sister, Mildred Garuik (Walter Klippenstein); as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Joe was predeceased by his parents, Maurice and Perpetua (Bella) Thiel; two brothers, William Thiel and James Thiel; and one sister, Anna Thiel. Joe was born on June 18th, 1942 in Weyburn, Saskatchewan and was raised in Tribune, Saskatchewan. He married Sharon Nimegeer on May 28th, 1966 in Halbrite, Saskatchewan and moved to Redcliff in July 1966. He worked at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital as a Nursing Orderly for 15 years before working as a mechanic, retiring in 2002. Joe enjoyed fishing, camping, reading, playing games and face-timing his brother and sister. He will be missed by all those who knew and loved him. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Friday, January 27th, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. A private interment will take place at Redcliff Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Joe's memory may be made to the Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation, 124, 430 – 6th Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8 or to the Canadian Cancer Society, 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, Alberta T2E 2P5. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Joe Thiel. 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.
1943 ~ BERNARD LOGAN ~ 2017 Bernard "Bernie" Lawrence Logan of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, January 15th, 2017 at the age of 73 years. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Wednesday from 1:00 until 5:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, on Thursday, January 26th, 2017 at 1:30 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. Memorial gifts in Bernie's memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society, 201, 770 – 6th Street SW, Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 4J6 or to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation, 124, 430 – 6th Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 2S8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Bernie Logan. 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.
1943 ~ FAYE FUHRMANN ~ 2017 Faye Fuhrmann, beloved wife of Erich Fuhrmann, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Thursday, January 19th, 2017. She leaves to cherish her memory three children, Joanne Fuhrmann (Ken Wright) of Medicine Hat, Kevin Fuhrmann (Hayley Poberznick) of Medicine Hat, and Krista (Joey) Pettyjohn of Redcliff; five grandchildren, Hope, Riley, Camrynn, Jordyn, and Payton; two brothers, Dwight (Betty-Anne) Selke and Kurt (Norma) Selke; a sister-in-law, Betty Fuhrmann; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Faye was predeceased by her parents, Kurt and Dorothy Selke; and her brother, Gerald Selke. Faye was born in Wawota, Saskatchewan and grew up on the family farm near Maier, Saskatchewan. During Faye’s high school years, she held the provincial shot put record. She later met the love of her life, Erich, in 1963 and was married in August of 1964 in Carlyle, Saskatchewan. They went on to start their family in Estevan, Saskatchewan and moved to Redcliff, Alberta in 1974. Faye played a huge role in each of her children’s lives. She was everything from a hockey mom, president of the Redcliff Figure Skating Club, and a baseball coach. Her door was always open to anyone and everyone. More recently she loved to spend countless hours with her granddaughters. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Friday, January 27th, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. with Diaconal Minister Lila DeWaal and Pastor Mac DeWaal, co-officiating. Memorial gifts in Faye’s memory may be made to Save Old Souls, Box 272, Redcliff, Alberta, T0J 2P0. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Faye Fuhrmann. 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.
CHARTRAND Donald Edward Chartrand, 57, of Medicine Hat, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 19, 2017. Don is survived by Sheila, his friend and wife for 36 years; daughter Lindsay (Taz) Kassou, and son Jeremy. He also leaves to cherish his memory, his brothers, Bob (Cindy) Chartrand of Medicine Hat, Peter (Lisa) Chartrand of Calgary, Bill (Lana) Chartrand, and Robin (Kari Fisher) Chartrand all of Medicine Hat; his aunt, Daisy Legere of Medicine Hat as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Edward and Jean Chartrand and his mother-in-law, Anna Cameron. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Saturday, from 12:00 noon to 12:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, January 28, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the The Kidney Foundation of Canada, 6007 1A St SW, Calgary, AB T2H 0G5 or 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: Donald Chartrand, 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
DREGER Julia Marion Dreger passed away on Friday, January 20, 2017, at the age of 89 years. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Leo in 2002; her parents, Paul and Alice Kelemen; one grandson Shane Dreger; two brothers Steve Kelemen and Louis Kelemen and three sisters, Helen Bowers , Liz Thomas, and Mary Vinek.
Julia was born on April 13, 1927 and raised on the family homestead near Punnichy, Saskatchewan. In 1946 she married Leo and they resided in Langruth, Manitoba until 1960, when they moved to Redcliff, Alberta.
She leaves to cherish her memory three children, Harold (Wendy) Dreger of Redcliff, Arnie (Jane) Dreger of Widewater, Alberta and Shirley Dreger (Ken Snyder) of Redcliff; nine grandchildren, Mark, Renee, Shane, T.J., Ashley, Tanner, Lisa, Sara and Autumn; eleven great grandchildren and one great great granddaughter as well as two sisters-in-law Julia Kelemen and Helen Kelemen and numerous nieces and nephews.
Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Wednesday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and on Thursday from 12 noon to 12:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Thursday, January 26, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. A private family interment will take place in Redcliff Cemetery on Friday. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Julia Dreger, 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
LARRY KNOLL 1953 ~ 2017
Mr. Larry Dale Knoll went to be with his God peacefully at his home on Friday, January 20, 2017, at the age of 63 years, following a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer and kidney disease. The service celebrating Larry’s life will be held at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat on Saturday, January 28, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. with Deacon Robert Risling officiating. A time of fellowship will immediately follow at the Southside Events Centre, 4 Strachan Court S.E., Medicine Hat. (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
OEGEMA, ANNA It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Anna on Saturday, January 21, 2017 at the age of 77. Anna will be sadly missed by her children; Weta (Randy), Bartley (Sheila), and Dan (Lorna), precious grandchildren; Christina (Daniel), Richard (Tanya), Andrew (Heidi), Phillip (Natasha), Jessica, Luke, Chad, Todd and Leah, great grandchildren; Anthony, Isaac and Lukas, siblings; Yvonne (Bob), Ted (Margo), Olga, Lloyd (Lorna), Jim (Carolyn), and Wendy (Ron) as well as numerous family and friends. She was predeceased by her loving husband Fred, son Lloyd and brother in law John.
A Celebration of Anna’s Life will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2017 at Maranatha Christian Reformed Church at 11905 47 Street, NW at 1:30 pm with a viewing at 10:00 am. A private family interment will be held at noon.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Maranatha Christian Reformed Church or Cross Cancer Institute.
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WADE GARIEPY 1942 ~ 2017
It is with sadness that the family announce the sudden passing of their father, Wade Cole Gariepy on Wednesday, January 18, 2017, at the age of 74 years. Wade was born to Sheila and Patrick Gariepy on October 13, 1942, in Edmonton. He married his first wife, Alannah Ronnie in 1962, in Red Deer. Wade later married, Patricia Durk in Red Deer on June 17, 1977. He worked in many fields which included the Oil Rigs, as a Commercial Trucker, Logging and Welding Procedure Specifications. Wade furthered his education and received his Electronic Technician certificate at Lethbridge College. He was the most caring and spiritual man one could meet and once you met him, you never forgot him. Wade enjoyed making people laugh and he loved flirting with the ladies! He loved to watch movies especially John Wayne westerns, Star Trek, Lord of the Rings as well as the TV series NCIS. Puzzles and tending to his yard were some of his greatest passions. Wade and Pat enjoyed their community and became involved in the Kennel Club and the Suffield Community Recreation Association. They both loved animals, dogs and cats alike; starting with Wade’s first puppy, Chubby, Shorty, Ace and Dutches; Poppy the horse, and the Beagles, Buffy, Laska, Zoey, Trouble and Stewie. Wade’s memory will be forever treasured in the hearts of his children; Dirk Gariepy, his son Cole and his children, Mackenzie, Adele and Eian; Lance Gariepy, Dahrlyne (Micheal) Gariepy; three step-children, Randy (Janet) Ross, their children, Melissa, Danielle, her son Blake; Jacquie (Tim) Cook, their children, Jordan and Sabrina; Curtis (Kyla) Ross, their children, Trey, Walker and Cooper. Wade is also survived by his siblings, Judy Caldwell and Randy Gariepy and their families. He helped raise several children throughout the years including, Aidan Watson, Alexis and her son, Rowan Watson. Wade was predeceased by his wife, Patricia Gariepy; parents, Patrick and Sheila Gariepy (nee McKay). The Funeral Service will be celebrated at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, on Thursday, January 26, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. If friends so desire, memorial donations in Wade’s name may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, #124, 430 – 6 Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8 or to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8. (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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