May 24, 2017

By Obituaries on May 24, 2017.

1930 ~ EMILY ANHELHER ~ 2017

Emily Anhelher of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late John Anhelher, passed away on Sunday, May 21st, 2017 at the age of 86 years. Emily leaves to cherish her memory children, David (Susan) Huddlestone of Ottawa, Ontario and Darlene (Gerry) DePape of Red Deer and their families. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Friday from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m. Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, on Friday, May 26th, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at HOLY FAMILY PARISH, 1451 Strachan Road SE, on Saturday, May 27th, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. with Father Philip Le, Celebrant. Memorial gifts in Emily's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, AB, T2E 2P5, or to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Medicine Hat & District Branch, 102, 73 – 7th Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 1J2. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Emily Anhelher. 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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HEIDRICK

Frances Eva Heidrick of Medicine Hat passed away on Thursday, May 18, 2017, at the age of 88 years, beloved wife of the late Ralph Heidrick. She leaves to cherish her memory five children, Wayne (Sandy) Heidrick, Barry Heidrick, Karen (Don) Heller, Audrey (Rick) Flaig, Lynn (Grant Knodel) Durbeniuk; one son-in-law, John Corcoran; sixteen grandchildren, Stacy, Kelly, Sean, Shane, Kerry Ryan, Michael, Allison, Garrett, Brandon, Kara, Ashley, Brianna, and Kaitlyn; fourteen great grandchildren; two brothers, Frank Besplug and Al Besplug; one sister, Irene Hodges; one sister-in-law, Doreen Besplug as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Anton and Mary Besplug; her husband, Ralph on July 15, 2011; her son, Dale Heidrick ; her daughter, Gerrie Corcoran and one brother, Richard. Her last breath on earth was her first breath in heaven. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Thursday, May 25, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. with Fr. Philip Le celebrant. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, NWT & NU, 124, 430 6th Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 2S8. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Frances Heidrick, 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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HOFER

Paul Hofer passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2017, at the age of 65 years, beloved husband of Angela Hofer of Seven Persons. A memorial service will be held at the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday, May 26, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. For a more detailed obituary, please visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Paul Hofer.
Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

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IRVIN HICKS

1947 ~ 2017
Mr. Irvin Hicks, beloved husband of 43 years to Mrs. Donna Hicks, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Monday, May 22, 2017, at the age of 69 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced upon completion. (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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SHANIA KENDEE KEATS

1996 ~ 2017
It is with heavy hearts that family announce the unexpected passing of Shania Keats in Medicine Hat on Friday, May 19, 2017, at the age of 21 years. Shania’s memory will forever be cherished in the hearts of her parents, Steve and Dee Keats; sisters, Stephanie and Tyra; grandparents, Louise (Wayne) Kaldestad and Tom Collinge as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. She was predeceased by her grandmother, Wilma Collinge and grandfather, Ken Keats. Shania was born in Medicine Hat on March 4, 1996. She started her schooling in Redcliff, eventually graduating from Eagle Butte High School and later furthered her studies receiving her diploma in Office Administration. She enjoyed her position at Boston Pizza and will live on in the hearts of all those whose lives she touched. A Celebration of Shania’s life will be held at the Dream Centre Church, 1714 Saamis Drive N.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, May 26, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Heather Cyr officiating. Private Interment will follow at the Redcliff Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Shania’s name may be made directly to the Dream Centre Church – School Hot Lunch Program, 1714 Saamis Drive N.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1C 1W7. (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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