April 12, 2017
By Obituaries on April 12, 2017.
1931 ~ FREADA GIESE ~ 2017 Freada Giese of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Gerald Giese, passed away on Thursday, January 26th, 2017 at the age of 85 years. Freada leaves to cherish her memory one son, Calvin (Leila) Giese; two daughters, Melinda (Paul) McNie and Vivian (Douglas) Fox; eight grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; two brothers, Art (Bernice) Schmidt and Marvin Schmidt; two sisters, Alice Gerber and Delores (Jim) Mutschler; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Freada was predeceased by her husband, Gerald; her parents, Adam and Ida Schmidt; two brothers, Otto Schmidt and Harold Schmidt; and one sister, Elsie Beck. A Celebration of Life will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Sunday, January 15th, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. with Diaconal Minister Lila de Waal officiating. Interment will follow at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Freada's memory may be made to the The Lung Association, Alberta/NWT Division, P.O. Box 4700, Station South, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 9Z9 or to a charity of one's choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Freada Giese. 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.
ALMA BROWN 1937 – 2017
Mrs. Alma Brown, beloved wife of the late Bob Brown, passed away peacefully while surrounded by her family at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Saturday, April 8, 2017, at the age of 80 years. Left to cherish Alma’s memory are her children, Barb (Wayne) Ramsay and Greg (Trish) Brown; grandchildren, Ashley, Morgan and Jaxon Brown; sister, Yvonne Wagner and sisters-in-law, Shirley (Ross) Zuehlke and Bernice Wagner. Alma was predeceased by her husband, Bob; daughter, Corinne; grandson, Josh and brother, Dale. Alma was born on March 7, 1937, in Kamloops, BC., and was raised in Eatonia, SK. She moved to Medicine Hat where she roomed and boarded in the Brown family house. Little did Alma know that this is where she would meet the love of her life, Bob Brown. They enjoyed 46 wonderful years together before Bob passed away in December of 2004. Together they raised their family, owned a farm and ran their own electrical business. She enjoyed spending time at the family cabin in Elkwater and going for coffee with her many friends. Alma’s favorite past time was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren whom she adored. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, April 14, 2017, between 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Interment will take place at the Redcliff Cemetery on Saturday, April 15, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. The Celebration of Alma’s life will follow at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend David Carter officiating and a time of fellowship thereafter in the Cook Southland Reception Facility. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com). If friends so desire, memorial donations in Alma’s name may be made directly to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 8E8; Samaritan’s Purse Canada, 20 Hopewell Way N.E., Calgary, AB., T3J 5H5 or to the Medicine Hat and District Health Foundation, 666 – 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, AB., 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
BEV DICK 1938 – 2017
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Beverly Neil Dick, beloved husband of Joyce, announce his passing at the Foothills Hospital on Monday, April 10, 2017, at the age of 78 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced upon completion. (Condolences may be e xpressed 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
HELEN MAE APPLETON CANTWELL April 1, 1926 – April 2, 2017 Helen passed away gently on April 2, 2017, one day after celebrating her 91st birthday with us, enjoying cake, ice cream, hugs and memories. She leaves us with an important question: How do we begin to share an exceptionally lived life between the lines of an obituary? For as we grieve, mourn and celebrate, we share her story through our experiences and the way she touched those around her.
Mom was an ordinary lady, but what she did with her ordinary circumstances was extraordinarily joyful. She had high expectations for herself, and these were at the core of everything she did. Her passion and commitment showed in her every involvement; she was an “all in” kind of person. Whether it was during her 25 years working with MHSD 76 in a multitude of roles, as a proud member of ATA Local #1, as director of the MHC Adult Basic Literacy Program, instructor at the YWCA, recreation board member, area captain for various local charities, member of a literary group, working with the Medicine Hat Stampede, or serving as matron with Eastern Star, she always gave her best. Mom ’s contention was that it didn’t matter who was recognized for ‘getting it done’, it was more important that it got done! In her retirement, grandparenting, reading, travelling, gardening, knitting and scoring holes-in-one kept her busy. She continued to gift us with her poetic insights, commemorating special family occasions, or writing thoughtful inspirations about the importance of celebrating everyday life and love. Mom had a never-ending enthusiasm for family, friends, and community.
As our Nan, she had a way of taking something mundane and turning it into something exceptional. As grandchildren we were included in her everyday life: we relaxed with Nan at the family cabin in Elkwater, we rode on the back of her golf bag through the Elkwater Golf Course, picked berries for jams and jellies, helped her turn her ‘back to the earth’ compost, coloured endless Easter eggs, and had a hand in stirring the ever favourite brownie recipe. Nan helped us with our school work, making it fun, even if it involved Shakespeare! She taught us how to recognize the calls of the prairie birds, and how to walk her dogs “just right.” Everyday life with Nan was framed as an adventure and an opportunity to learn; she was always showing us how to be good humans out in the world even when she wasn’t telling us. There was never an excuse to be bored: if it wasn’t books, it was play. Nan’s house was the land of cousins, blocks, blanket forts and sleepovers. She taught us how to get along knowing just when to intervene and when to let us sort it out on our own. Fair but firm, Nan always had the final say. When her great-grandchildren arrived, she loved them with song and story, pots of soup and canned peaches, tradition and belonging.
Mom taught us through word and example to be humble, to give the best that we had to offer, to finish what we started, to forgive others, to be a good friend, and to respect and care for nature – the same principles by which she lived. Deeply loyal and immensely protective, she was our biggest supporter. She always told us that we could do anything we wanted to do….be anything we wanted to be….if we were willing to work for it. She was a pragmatic woman who respected rules and standards, but also kept an open mind and never passed judgment. Her love was ever present and meant everything to those she touched.
Helen’s life will continue to be celebrated by son Ken Appleton, daughters Joanne Stickle and Susan Pahl, and their families. We will celebrate her in the recipes we choose, the learning we strive for, the traditions we keep, and the stories we share. Mom was predeceased by our father, Vic Appleton, her second husband Jim Cantwell, and her beloved grandson Jon, who had a special place in her heart.
Thank you to Mom’s companions Bonnie and Helen as well as her sisters in Eastern Star; she always looked forward to your visits. We also appreciate the care and attention Mom received at Riverview Care Centre, and in the Palliative Care Unit at MHRH. In keeping with her character, Mom‘s favourite charities were the SPCA and the Medicine Hat Women’s Shelter. Memorial donations in her name may be made directly to these organizations. There will be a memorial service in the summer when all the grandkids and great- grandkids can come home to share their stories and memories, and learn more about their Nan. We are proud to carry forth her legacy.
(Condolences may be expressed by visiting the Funeral Home 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
JACOBER “We know you are in a better place where there is no pain. You are at peace, we
understand that. We just wish it could be explained to our hearts.” Ruben Reinhold Jacober passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday April 8, 2017, at the age of 83 years. He is the beloved husband of 53 years to Marjorie Jacober of Medicine Hat, and also leaves to cherish his memory two children, Maureen Fehr of Chestermere, Alberta, and Mark Jacober of Edmonton, Alberta; and two grandchildren, Kyle and Kaitlyn Fehr of Chestermere. He also says goodbye to two brothers, Harold (Erna) Jacober, and Elmer (Julie) Jacober and one sister, Evelyn Boettcher, all of Medicine Hat; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Julius and Bertha Jacober. Dad was born in Medicine Hat in 1934, and lived on the family farm near Schuler, Alberta until his high school years. He attended Medicine Hat High School until grade 11 and then started his career in the oil field in northern Alberta. He met Marjorie in 1961, and they married at Westminister United Church in October, 1963. Dad worked as a foreman at Medalta Potteries / IXL Brick until he could return to his first passion, the oilfield. He started with Olson Well Services in 1978, then moved on to Midwest Surveys as a Landman. In 1983, Dad co-founded Canadian Landmasters and served as the Vice-President until his retirement in 2001. In retirement, Mom and Dad spent summers at their cabin in Elkwater and winters at their home in Mesa, Arizona, where they made many friends. Dad loved nothing more than sitting down with an old – or new – friend and chatting over a beer or a game of gin rummy; he had a knack for making friends wherever he went. He loved all sports, especially hockey, curling, football and baseball. Dad’s other love was his garden; he took great pride in his tomatoes, cucumbers and potatoes. and revelled in sharing his crop with others. Dad’s generosity was evident to everyone who was lucky enough to meet him, he was the kind of guy who would give you the shirt off his back and then go back into his closet and give you 5 more shirts. He also dearly loved his two grandchildren, Kyle and Kaitlyn, and was so proud of their every accomplishment. He leaves behind in them knowing the true measure of a man. The family would like to extend special thanks to Dr. Durand, Dr. Foley and the staff at the Medicine Hat Cancer Clinic for their support, kindness and caring during Dad’s struggle over the past few years. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Thursday, April 13, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. Private interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, the family requests donations may be made to the Canadian Red Cross Society c/o 398 Aberdeen Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 0R2; or to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre (Medicine Hat Regional Hospital) c/o 666 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 4H6. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Ruben Jacober, 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
SEITZ, Lloyd Ray 1944 – 2017
Lloyd Ray Seitz of Blackfalds, Alberta passed away after a lengthy illness at the Lacombe Hospital and Care Centre on Monday, April 3, 2017 at the age of 73 years. Lloyd was born and raised in Medicine Hat, Alberta; and in 1972 moved to Red Deer and worked at the Brick as a service manager for twenty five years. He eventually settled on his acreage in Burbank, Lacombe County. Lloyd will be lovingly remembered by his son, Laurie (Val) Seitz of Medicine Hat, daughter, Shari (Steve) Laubenstein of Calgary; grandchildren, Katarina, Alexandra, Julie and Sarah, brother, Doug Seitz (Judy McAuley) of Edmonton and sister, Janice (Lionel) Provost of Medicine Hat as well as many relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife, Shirley, brother, Stanley Seitz and parents, George and Leah. A Memorial will be held at a later date. Cremation entrusted to Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, Red Deer, Alberta. If desired, Memorial Donations in Lloyd’s honor may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society at http://www.cancer.ca; or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation at http://www.heartandstroke.com. Condolences may be sent or viewed at http://www.parklandfuneralhome.com. Arrangements in care of Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, 6287 – 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040.
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