April 21, 2017
By Obituaries on April 21, 2017.
1929 ~ SHIRLEY DOHERTY ~ 2017 Shirley Alberta Doherty of Taber, beloved wife of the late James “Jim” Doherty, passed away on Tuesday, April 18th, 2017 at the age of 88 years. Shirley leaves to cherish her memory seven children: Larry Doherty and his children, Stephanie (Robert) Starner (Ava and Oliver), Michael Doherty (Leanne Atkinson) (Brady and Connor), Jamin (Becky) Doherty (Lucas); Linda Vanderham and her children, Clay (Nicole) Vanderham (Jace and Nash), Darcy (Amanda) Vanderham (Ashlyn and Avery); Arlene (Gary) Collins; Elaine (Harrold) Landers and their children, Monique (Richard) Mares (Rebecca, Brandon, Isabella, Sarah, Aurora, Caitlyn and Ethan), Dynnel (Mitch) Watts (Josh, Andrew, Dillion and Ashley), Greg Landers; Gary Doherty; Brenda Thomas and her children, Shane Thomas, Jillian Thomas (Darris Gartner), Richelle Thomas (Dave Fountain); and Ted Doherty (Colleen Campbell); two brothers, Doug (Ollie) McColl and Keith (Jean) McColl; two sisters, Bev (John) Young and Sharlene (Mel) Wyness; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Shirley was predeceased by her parents, Meredith and Anna Mae McColl. A Private Family Funeral Service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family graciously requests that memorial gifts in Shirley’s memory be made to Good Samaritan Society Linden View, 4700 – 64th Avenue, Taber, Alberta, T1G 0C6. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Shirley Doherty. 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.
1941 ~ DAVE LAUGHREN ~ 2017 David Fredrick Laughren, beloved husband of Linda Laughren of Medicine Hat, passed away on Wednesday, April 19th, 2017 at the age of 75 years. Dave also leaves to cherish his memory his children, Laurie and David; and two grandchildren, Megan and Dylan. Dave was predeceased by his parents, Ira and Ann Laughren. Dave was born in Ottawa, Ontario on April 21st, 1941. He met Linda Galley and they were married on September 28th, 1963 in Camp Borden, Ontario. Dave served for over 30 years with the Canadian Armed Forces and retired as a Master Warrant Officer as an engineer. He also served with two peace-keeping missions overseas. Dave will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by his family and friends. A Private Family Time of Remembrance will be held. Memorial gifts in Dave’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 Dave Laughren. 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.
BEVERLY DICK This past Tuesday, family and friends gathering in Cook’s Chapel for the celebration of Beverly Dick’s life were greeted by his picture amongst a very large and beautiful display of flowers…most of them yellow just like his yellow John Deere pants! “Full of life with a caring heart,
Two traits of many that set him apart” His Life Lived…
His Life Cherished…
His Life Honoured.
Courtesy of
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455
E. IRENE DEERING Irene Deering of Medicine Hat, formerly of Leader, SK, went home to be with her Lord and Saviour on April 14, 2017. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at HILLCREST EVANGELICAL MISSIONARY CHURCH. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Irene Deering. Funeral arrangements 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.
GORDON WILSON 1920 ~ 2017
It is with heavy hearts that the family announce the passing of Gordon George Wilson, beloved husband of Martha Wilson, at St. Joseph’s Carmel Hospice on Sunday, April 16, 2017, at the age of 96 years. Gordon was born on December 30, 1920 in Gull Lake, SK. He married the love of his life, Martha Erickson on February 15, 1945 in Medicine Hat in the United Church Manse. Gordon had a love for farming and enjoyed carpentry, bar tending and worked as a jack of all trades. He enjoyed collecting toys, antiques, playing cards, doing wood working and tending to the flowers and his garden. Gordon was a community minded individual participating with the Royal Canadian Legion, Abbey Golf club, Ross Creek Golf club, Abbey Curling club and the Swift Current Curling club where he played and won numerous curling events throughout the years. He was proud of his achievements including an eight ender in curling, a hole in one at the age of 93, their anniversary, but especially their children’s weddings, the birth of their grandchildren and great-grandchildren and the weddings of the grandchildren were all special moments for Gordon. Left to treasure his memory is his loving wife, Martha; children, Rod (Rhonda), Darryl, Myra (Gary) Evert; six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, six step grandchildren, eleven step great-grandchildren; brother, Albert (Edith), sister, Violet (Garth) Dewar as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Gordon was predeceased by his parents; sister, Rose (Maurice) Thompson and daughter-in-law, Georgina. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Gordon’s name may be made directly to St. Joseph’s Carmel Hospice, 156 – 3 Street N.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 5M1. The Celebration of Gordon’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street SW., Medicine Hat, on Friday, April 21, 2017 at 2:00 p.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
VERONA KING
January 18, 1922 ~ April 15, 2017 It is with great sadness that the family of Verona King, announce her peaceful passing in Medicine Hat on Saturday, April 15, 2017, at the age of 95 years. Verona will be greatly missed by her sons, Roger (Phyllis) and Garry (Lynne); daughter, Karan Love; grandchildren, Robert, James (Kim), Cory, Brad (Amanda), Brittany, Colin, Dana (Steve) Kowalski; great-grandchildren, Kennedy, Madison, Brookelyn, Hayden, Kapri and Kane; brother, Don (Maxine) Erlandson; sisters, Jean (Bud) Satter and Shirley McLeod; sisters-in-law, Norma Campbell and Mary Anne King as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Verona was predeceased by her husband, Elmer in March of 1984; her parents, Henry and Tacla; brothers, Harold, Howard (Betty), Ken (Millie) and brothers-in-law, Bob McLeod, Everett King and Alf Campbell. Verona was born in Driscoll Lake, SK. to Henry and Tacla Erlandson and married the love of her life, Elmer King on March 9, 1943. Together they settled in Moosomin, SK. and later moved to Medicine Hat in 1956 where Verona worked in a drug store and post office for many years. She was very sports-minded and represented Alberta in the 1974 Canadian Seniors Curling Championship in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Verona loved the company of family and friends and her door was open to everyone! She loved playing cards, preparing meals and visiting with all. The Funeral Service will be celebrated at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Monday, April 24, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Verona’s name may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, #124, 430 – 6 Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, AB. T1A 2S8 or to the charity of one's choice. (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
WENDY DIANNE SAINT September 10, 1954 April 17, 2017
On Monday, April 17, 2017, Wendy Saint (nee Sauvé) passed gently from this world at the age of 62 years. Wendy is survived by two sons, Jeremy and Adam; mother, Frances; sisters, Joyce, Kayla and Grace as well as one brother, Todd. She was predeceased by her father, Rene. Wendy was a wonderful, creative woman who shared her many talents and beautiful creations with those she was close to. She loved having a coffee and chat with her close circle of friends and especially spending time with her dog, BEAR. Wendy was a strong, independent woman who despite many struggles in life, greeted the world with a smile. Her memories will be cherished by all those who loved her dearly. As per her request, Wendy’s life will be honoured and her memory cherished without the proceedings of a formal funeral service. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com). If friends so desire, tributes honouring Wendy’s memory may be made directly to the Medicine Hat SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8. 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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