September 20, 2017
By Obituaries on September 20, 2017.
1921 ~ MARTHA JANECKE ~ 2017 Martha Janecke of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Earl Janecke, passed away on Friday, September 15th, 2017 at the age of 95 years. Martha leaves to cherish her memory her sons, Larry (Betty) and Wayne (Jayne); her grandchildren, Jim (Brandy), Bob (Myrna), Steven (Ashley), and Krystal (Ryan) Martin; and seven great-grandchildren, Maxx, Miley, Axton, Keyley, Nash, Tate, and Manny; two brothers, Alvin (Carol) Eisenbarth and Bob (Carol) Eisenbarth; brother-in-law, Vern (Barbara) Janecke; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Martha was predeceased by her parents, William and Lydia Eisenbarth; her husband, Earl; her daughter, Sharon Janecke; two sisters, Klara and Emma; three brothers, Richard (Esther), Herbert (Lottie), and Fred (Edith); sister-in-law, Pearl (Sam) Becker; and brother-in-law, Vic (Nellie) Stephan. Martha spent many years as a homemaker and working on the farm. She was an excellent cook and loved to go on camping trips with her grandchildren. Martha also loved to play cards – Earl always said she was born with a deck of cards in her hands. She enjoyed travelling and bowling and was a member of the Veiner Centre since its opening. Martha will be sadly missed by her family and friends. The Funeral Service will be held in the Terrace Room at CHINOOK VILLAGE, 2801 – 13th Avenue SE, on Friday, September 22nd, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Lance Duncalfe officiating. A Private Interment will take place at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Martha’s memory may be made to St. Joseph’s Home, Carmel Hospice, 156 – 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Martha Janecke. 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.
1928 ~ REUBEN KURPJUWEIT ~ 2017 It is with great sadness that the family of Reuben Harvey Kurpjuweit announces his passing in Medicine Hat on September 17, 2017 at the age of 89. Reuben was born on January 19, 1928 in Medicine Hat, the youngest child of Rudolph and Lydia Kurpjuweit. Reuben grew up on a farm in the Woolchester area (south of Medicine Hat) with three older brothers and two older sisters, attending Little Plume School. On October 11, 1952, he married Doreen Seitz. They lived on Great Hope Ranch where they raised five children (Patty, Arvid, Merle, Cyndi and Sheldon). Reuben was a hard-working farmer/rancher and provided well for his family. To supplement the family income, he drove substitute school bus for many years. Later in life he worked for several years as the maintenance man at Hillcrest Christian College and Primrose Villa.
Reuben enjoyed golf, and participated in baseball and curling well into his senior years. He was competitive in rook, floor curling, crib and pool.
A devoted Christian, Reuben was always involved in his church. For many years at Little Plume Evangelical Church Reuben served as Lay Leader or Treasurer, and later at Hillcrest Evangelical Church. Reuben volunteered as Treasurer for Rancher’s Mutual Telephone Company, Treasurer for Horizon Village, volunteered at the Prairie Gleaners, drove for the food bank and was a faithful blood donor.
At the age of 87, Reuben found love again and married Stella Friesen on October 10, 2015. They treasured every day, knowing they wouldn’t have many years together, and celebrated their anniversary on the 10th of each month.
Reuben is survived by his spouse, Stella Friesen of almost two years. Most of his family continues to live in Medicine Hat with a few exceptions noted – his children: Patty Drysdale, Arvid (Evonne) Kurpjuweit, Merle (Dorothy) Kurpjuweit, Cyndi (Barry) Chomick of Airdrie, Sheldon (Kelly) Kurpjuweit; his grandchildren, Aaron (Kristy) Bowal, Brady (Jasmin) Bowal, Stephanie Drysdale, Kelley (Candace) Kurpjuweit, Kurtis (Alanna) Kurpjuweit, Clark (Renate) Kurpjuweit, Jennifer (Chris) Friess, Michael (Yvonne) Kurpjuweit of Saskatoon, Lindsey (Karl) Sine of Cochrane, Christie Kurpjuweit (Chris Stevens), Alyssa (Shane) Yuhas of Toronto, Dalyce (Jesse) Stevenson of Toronto, Jesse (Jennifer) Chomick of Airdrie, Robin (Kirsty) Kurpjuweit, Sara (Haris) Softic, and Chelsey (Aaron) Welwood as well as 40 great-grandchildren (and counting). He is also survived by the Friesen family – children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren; by his sister, Luella Kowalsky of Castor; as well numerous nieces and nephews.
Reuben was predeceased by his first wife, Doreen; his parents, Rudolph and Lydia Kurpjuweit; and his brothers/sisters-in-law, Herman/Olga Kurpjuweit, Norman/Martha Kurpjuweit, Edward/Martha Kurpjuweit, Agnes/Samuel Meier and Edward (Bud) Kowalsky.
We will see you soon, Dad. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Sunday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. The Funeral Service to celebrate Reuben’s life will be held at HILLCREST EVANGELICAL CHURCH, 3785 – 13 Avenue SE, on Monday, September 25, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Mark Bolender and Pastor Lance Duncalfe, co-officiating. A private family interment will follow at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Reuben’s memory may be made to the Prairie Gleaners Society, P.O. Box 656, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 7G6, or to Whispering Pines Camp, Box 23110 Medicine Hat Mall PO, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1B 4C7. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Reuben Kurpjuweit. 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.
1935 ~ ERNA JACOBER ~ 2017 Erna Wanda Jacober, beloved wife of Harold Jacober of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, September 18th, 2017 at the age of 82 years. Erna also leaves to cherish her memory two sons, Darrell (Anne) Jacober and Bradley (Barb) Jacober and their families. The Funeral Service will be held at ST. PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH on Monday, September 25th, 2017 at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Shane Hein officiating. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Erna Jacober. 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.
1935 ~ JACK WIST ~ 2017 Jacob “Jack” Wist passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 17th, 2017 at Sunnyside Nursing Home. Jack, as known by most, leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 59 years, Annamary “Ann” Wist; two children, Pauline Garcia of Texas and Patrick (Lynn) Wist of Medicine Hat; six grandchildren, Stacey, Crystal, Cordell (Megan) Kalmring all of Texas, Chantelle (Mark) Kalmring, Danelle Wist, Jake (Rachelle) Wist all of Medicine Hat; seven great grandchildren, Grayson, Ryler and Keaton all of Medicine Hat, Kanton, Landry, Lane and James (JW) all of Texas; three brothers, Val (Margaret), Adam (Beverly) and Peter (Vi) Wist all of Medicine Hat; two sisters, Kay Besplug of Leader, Saskatchewan and Lorraine (Armon) Sequin of Medicine Hat; sister-in-law, Madaline Wist of Medicine Hat. He also leaves to cherish his memory his brothers and sisters-in-law, Harley & Pauline Berg, Catherine Desjarlais, Lew & Sue Buettner, Gary & Alberta Buettner, Balzer & Elsie Buettner; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and four aunts all of Medicine Hat. Jack was predeceased by his parents, Leon and Magdalina Wist; one brother, Nelson; his in-laws, Joseph Buettner and Margaret Sehn; one sister-in-law, Teresa Drudy; three brothers-in-law, Richard Drudy, Peter Buettner and Roy Besplug; and son-in-law, Eduardo Garcia. The family would like to thank Dr. Ruzycki and the caring staff at Sunnyside Nursing Home. Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Wednesday, September 20th, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at HOLY FAMILY PARISH, 1451 Strachan Road SE, on Thursday, September 21st, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. with Father Philip Le, Celebrant. A private interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Jack’s memory may be made to the Parkinson Society of Southern Alberta, 101 – 928 Allowance Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 3G7. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Jack Wist. 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.
ANHORN Margaret Mary Anhorn (McIvor), beloved wife of the late Theodore John “Ted” Anhorn, passed away peacefully at the age of 87, in Camrose, Alberta. Formerly of Medicine Hat, Margaret leaves to cherish her memory her son William (Joan) Anhorn, and their children Brett (Sara) and Nicole; her daughter Arlene (Lee) Scheibner, and their children, Cathryn (Troy), Claire, Camille (Chad), and Brent (Maggie); her son Ted (Barb) Anhorn, and their children Madison and Cassidy; and her son James (Karen) Anhorn, and their children Elle, Remy and Christopher. Also treasuring her memory are her 13 great grandchildren; her sister Cathy Myhowich, sisters-in-law Viola (Ralph) Pinder, and Shirley Stefano, and brother-in-law William P. Anhorn and their families. Margaret was predeceased by her husband Ted, her brother Robert James McIvor,her sister-in-law Irene Marx and her parents William and Catherine McIvor. A celebration of Margaret’s life will be held in Medicine Hat at a later date.
BRIAN T. PEARCE 1933 ~ 2017 Mr. Brian Thomas Pearce, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice on Sunday, September 17, 2017, at the age of 84 years. Brian leaves behind his wife of 43 years, Nola, and their sons, Darwin (Sherri-Lynn) Pearce, Bob (Jeanette) Macaulay and Bruce (Jocelyn) Macaulay and daughter, Gloria Grossman; seven wonderful grandchildren that he loved dearly, Ty, Téa, Joel, Jodie, Chandra, Craig and Marla; seven great-grandchildren; brothers, Bob and Donald Pearce as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Thomas and Ellen Pearce; sisters, Mary Walsh and Kathleen Krassman and brothers, Norman and Billy Pearce. Brian was a proud servant to the public and dedicated 35 years to policing with over 32 years as a proud member of the Medicine Hat Police Service, retiring at the rank of Staff Sergeant in 1987. A Celebration of Brian’s Life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, September 22, 2017, at 9:00 a.m. with Chaplain Bob McGougan officiating. Private family interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery with a luncheon to follow in the Cook Southland Reception Facility. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Brian’s name may be made directly to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta & NWT, 201, 770 – 6th Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4J6 or to the Canadian Mental Health Association, 204, 1865 Dunmore Road S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1Z8. Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455
LAWRENCE WIEBE 1930 ~ 2017
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Mr. Lawrence William Wiebe, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Betty Wiebe, announce his passing at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Saturday, September 16, 2017, at the age of 87 years. The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, September 22, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Bob Findley officiating. (Those wishing to pay their respects may do so beginning one hour prior to the service.) Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. (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
STEELE Nellie Steele of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, September 19, 2017, at the age of 99 years, just one month shy of her 100th birthday. Nellie was predeceased by her beloved husband Richard “Dick” Steele. She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter Darlene Greenfield; one granddaughter Jennifer (Lance) Nygaard; two grandchildren Jana and Wayne, one brother Harry (Iris) Kiryk, two sisters, Mary Luchka and Sophie Eckroth as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Anna and Steve Kiryk; her husband Richard “Dick” on August 20, 1990 and her son-in-law Wayne in 2006. Nellie’s family would like to thank the staff at Good Sam’s for the wonderful care over the years. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Thursday, from 2:00 – 2:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. with Rev. Larry Enslen officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Nellie Steele, 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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