December 13, 2017

By Obituaries on December 13, 2017.

1934 ~ ELSIE KELLEY ~ 2017

Elsie Kelley of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Elmer Kelley, passed away surrounded by family and the caring staff at Riverview Care Centre on Thursday, December 7th, 2017 at the age of 83 years. Funeral service was held yesterday at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Elsie’s name may be made to the Alberta Heart and Stoke Foundation or to the charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or condolences@saamis.com subject heading Elsie Kelley. 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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1935 ~ RON MAUER ~ 2017

Ron (Reinhold) Fritz Mauer of Medicine Hat passed away on Saturday, December 9th, 2017 at the age of 82. The funeral service will be held today at HILLCREST EVANGELICAL MISSIONARY CHURCH at 1:30 p.m. with Reverend Mark Bolender officiating. Pre-service viewing from 1:00 to 1:25 p.m. Interment will take place at the family plot at Redcliff Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Ron’s memory may be made to the Prairie Gleaners Society. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or http://www.gonebutnotforgotten.ca or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ron Mauer. 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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1936 ~ IRENE HARTMAN ~ 2017

Irene Hartman (nee Dell) of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Arthur Hartman, passed away on Saturday, December 9th, 2017 at the age of 80 years. Irene leaves to cherish her memory her children, Terry (Magdalena) Hartman, Teresa Williams (Tim Gehring) and Trent Hartman (Julie Campion); nine grandchildren, Clinton (Amanda) Hartman and their sons, Abel and Jacob, Christopher Hartman, James Danial "JD" Williams, Ashley Williams, Justin Austin, Cody Hartman and his daughter, Fallon, Amber Hartman, Anna Austin and Tyson Hartman; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Irene was predeceased by her husband, Arthur Hartman; and her parents, John and Elizabeth Dell. Irene enjoyed playing Bingo. She loved visiting with family, who will miss her dearly. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Friday, December 15th, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. A Private Interment will take place at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Irene's memory may be made to the Carmel Hospice at St. Joseph's Home, 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 Irene Hartman. 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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ANDRE MORISSEAU

August 23, 1931 ~ December 7, 2017

Andre Joseph Alphonse Morisseau passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital with his family by his side on Thursday, December 7, 2017, at the age of 86 years. Left to cherish Andre’s memory are his children, Linda Seitz (Eric Andersen), Lorne (Helga) Morisseau, Brenda Morisseau (Bruce Riley), Bev Morisseau (Guy Lacasse), Larry (Marcella) Morisseau, Doreen (Rud) Henderson and Doris (Rob) Gillis; nine grandchildren, Troy, Tannis (Eddie), Taralee (Carmen), Marquel, Celine, Desirae, Alisha (Ryan), Cameron (Amourin) and Conrad as well as six great- grandchildren, Austin, Zaiden, Axel, Zaxton, Emma and Ashlynn. Andre is also survived by his sisters, Lyla, Alice (Don), Theresa (John), Madeline and Jeanne; brothers, Peter (Myrna) and Romeo (Louise) and family friends, Garth (Marilyn) Seitz and Crystal Gomke. Andre was predeceased by his children’s mother, Sandra Morisseau and his sister, Claudette (George). Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, December 15, 2017, between noon and 12:40 p.m. A Graveside Celebration of Andre’s life will follow at 1:00 p.m. at Hillside Cemetery with Pastor Clarence Knodel officiating. Those attending the graveside service should gather at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel between noon and 12:40 p.m. as the procession to Hillside will start at 12:45 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Andre’s name may be made 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

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BRIGHAM

Maureen Patricia Brigham passed away on Tuesday, December 12, 2017, at the age of 62 years, beloved wife of Patrick Brigham of Medicine Hat. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday, December 15, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the The Kidney Foundation of Canada, 6007 1A St SW, Calgary, AB T2H 0G5. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Maureen Brigham, 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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HILARY GERARD GUEST

July 3, 1930 – December 8, 2017
Hilary Gerard Guest of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, December 8, 2017 at the age of 87 years. Hilary was born July 3,1930 in Holmesville, New Brunswick. He was the son of the late John Francis Guest and Annie Guest (Brennan). He was predeceased by his wife, Catherine (Bunny) Guest and brothers Paul, Joseph and James Guest.
Hilary loved the simple things in life. He was a proud member of the Knights of Columbus and the local bridge club. His first love was for family and friends and his second greatest passion would have to be cards – any game any time! And of course he always enjoyed getting a laugh with a silly remark. Hilary will be greatly missed by his five children, John Guest (Brenda), Doug Guest, Patrick Guest (Kathy), Peter Guest (Michelle), Thomas Guest (Crystal); 11 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren; his sister Margret Sinski, many relatives, his dear friends the Petke family and the Rose family and many other friends. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Friday evening, December 15, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. The funeral mass for Hilary will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Saturday, December 16, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. There will be a Knights of Columbus honour guard, and the mass will be followed by a light lunch at the church. Interment will be at a later date. Donations can be made to the charity of your choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Hilary Guest, 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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ROY COWIE

1943 ~ 2017
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Roy David Cowie announce his passing at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Saturday, December 9, 2017, at the age of 74 years. Roy was born March 12, 1943, in Lethbridge, one of nine children born to Allan and Evelyn Cowie. He was raised on the family farm near Foremost where he developed his love for the country way of life. He moved to Calgary before making his way to Medicine Hat when he accepted a job as a brand inspector. He enjoyed dancing, going to rodeo’s, playing guitar and singing. Roy enjoyed many road trips with Kim and spending time with family and friends. He especially loved spending time at Kim’s acreage where he would putter around fixing things and watch the horses. He truly enjoyed the peace of the country. Roy will be deeply missed by his daughters, Kim Cowie and Shawna (John) Cordara as well as four grandchildren and two great- grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings, Lloyd (Pat) Cowie, Florence (Richard) Beringer, Elaine (Ken) Haaf and Wayne (Grace) Cowie; nieces, nephews and many special friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Allan and Evelyn; three sisters, Phyllis, Margaret (Joe) Bernhardt and Thelma (Fred) Lorentzon and a brother, Dale Cowie. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Thursday, December 14, 2017, from 7:00 pm to 8:00 p.m. and again on Saturday, December 16, 2017, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. No formal funeral service will be held. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Roy’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 200, 325 Manning Road N.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2E 6Z3. 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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SCHROEDER

Olga Schroeder of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, December 10, 2017, at the age of 90 years. She leaves to cherish her memory her children Rick (Diane) Schroeder, Sharon (Dennis) Schofield and Joleene Morris. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, December 16, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Mark Bolender officiating. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Olga Schroeder, 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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VOLK

Philip Volk of Medicine Hat passed away on Tuesday, December 12, 2017, at the age of 83 years, beloved husband of the late Hilda Volk. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 2:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday, December 15, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Southern Alberta, 340 A Maple Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 7L5. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Philip Volk, 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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