April 26, 2018
By Obituaries on April 26, 2018.
1924 ~ ART STREGGER ~ 2018 Arthur “Art” Roy Stregger of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Pat Stregger, passed away on Tuesday, April 24th, 2018 at the age of 94 years. Art leaves to cherish his memory his children, Debbie Linfoot-McLeod (Ron McLeod), Joan (Jim) Lysyk, Brenda (Marlin) Kristiansen, Ellie (Barry) Williams and Bill Stregger; by his grandchildren and great grandchildren; one brother; two sisters; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Art was predeceased by his wife, Bernice “Pat” Stregger; one daughter, Roberta Stregger; his son-in-law, Doug Linfoot; grandson-in-law, Mark Schofield; great grandson, Ashlynd Kristiansen; his parents, Christopher and Pauline Stregger; three brothers; and two sisters. The family would like to give a special thank you to the staff at Good Samaritans, Medicine Hat Regional Hospital 5 West Sub Station and Dr. Jeffrey Bratvold for all they have done in looking after Art. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at HOLY FAMILY PARISH, 1451 Strachan Road SE, on Friday, April 27th, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. with Father Philip Le, celebrant. Interment will take place at a later date. Memorial gifts in Art’s memory may be made to the Good Samaritan Society, Recreation Department, 550 Spruce Way SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1B 4P1. Condolences may be sent to http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Art Stregger. 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 ~ VIOLET “MARION” SEARS ~ 2018 Marion Sears of Medicine Hat, Alberta, beloved wife of the late Haddon Sears, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2018, after her valiant struggle with cancer. Marion was born on June 5, 1941 in Empress, Alberta. She was raised on the family farm which taught her self-reliance and grew her love of the outdoors. She attended her early schooling in Bindloss and completed her education in Medicine Hat. Once graduating from Nursing School in Calgary in 1960 she began the career that she loved. It was her passion to care for others and she prided herself on her career. In her later years, the couple managed an apartment complex and all the grandchildren have fond memories of working for them on the weekends for some spending money. During their retirement, they loved camping, fishing, gardening, and bird watching. She had an artistic flair which included painting, sketching, needle work, sewing, making bread, and spending time with her ever-growing family. She found Jesus in the summer of 2004 and was his faithful servant to the end. Marion was a mother to Corina Leigh (Larry), Kevin Cummins (Marina), and Valerie MacVicar (Kevin). A beloved Grandma to many and her greatest joy was watching her great grandchildren. who called her Nanny, run and play. She is the one and only sister to Bill Bicknell (Lorna), Keith Bicknell (Gail), and Ken Bicknell (Clarice). She was predeceased by her husband, Grover Haddon Sears; and her parents, Frank and Violet Bicknell. The family would like to extend a special thank you to all the staff at St. Joseph’s Carmel Hospice, Meadow Ridge and 5West at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital for the excellent care they have provided. The Funeral Celebration will be held at Life Church, 2348 Dunmore Road SE, on Sunday, April 29, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Beau Zilinski officiating. Interment will follow in the family plot at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Marion’s memory may be made to St. Joseph’s Carmel Hospice, 156 – 3 Street NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Marion Sears. 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.¥
1961 ~ MARY HOFER ~ 2018 Mary D. Hofer of Rosedale Colony, passed away in Bow Island on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 at the age of 56 years. Mary leaves to cherish her memory her parents, David and Maria Hofer; as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins, and lots of friends. Her family would like to extend a special thank you to all of Mary’s caretakers who took such good care of her. The Funeral Service will be held at the ROSEDALE COLONY on Friday, April 27, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Mary Hofer. 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.
BAIER Joseph John Baier, beloved husband of Anne Baier of Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday, April 22, 2018, at the age of 93 years. He also leaves to cherish his memory his daughter, Robyn (Neil) Miller of Spruce Grove; two grandchildren, Kiel (Mona) Miller of Vancouver, and Laura Miller (fiancé Andrew Misle) of Edmonton; one brother, George (Diane) Baier of Medicine Hat; two sisters, Annie (Gene) Swain of Calgary, and Betty (Chuck) Streifel of Victoria, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, John and Mary Baier, and three brothers, Pete, Nick and ‘Koon’. A heartfelt thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff on 5 W for the care and compassion shown to Joe during his stay at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church (238 2nd Ave N.E.) on Friday, April 27, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. with Fr. Tomy Manjaly celebrant. Officers and members of the Redcliff Legion, Branch #6 will conduct a poppy service for their departed comrade. A private family interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Clinic (make cheques payable to the Medicine Hat and District Health Foundation) 666 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4H6 or to The Society of St. Vincent De’Paul P.O. Box 24054 RP Crestwood, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8M8. To email an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Joseph Baier, 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
CARL RASMUSSEN October 9, 1936 ~ April 14, 2018
R. Carl Rasmussen of Elkwater, beloved husband of Shirley, passed away at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice on Saturday, April 14, 2018, at the age of 81 years. The family would like to invite friends and neighbours to an open house reception in Carl’s honour to be held at the Elkwater Community Hall on May 2, 2018, between 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Please dress casual. RSVP by email to Carl’s daughter, Daryl at drasmu@shaw.ca Flowers are gratefully declined. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Irvine Lions Club, PO Box 211, Irvine, AB, T0J 1V0 or to halorescue.ca (Condolences may be expressed by visiting 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
LES KOEHLE 1947 ~ 2018
Mr. Leslie ‘Les’ Koehle, beloved husband of Linda of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, April 20, 2018, at the age of 70 years. Les was born in Vancouver on May 27, 1947 and grew up in Castlegar where he received his schooling. As a young man, he joined the RCMP and served on the force for 13 years. With his policing background, Les started and operated Norsask Security, an alarm monitoring system which was first of its kind. He later sold the company and began working full-time for Key Lake Mines; first as a safety officer, then into the human resources department before becoming a gold mining foreman. While working as a foreman he was stationed 14,000 feet on a mountain in Kyrgyzstan for a number of years. Les was an extremely dedicated employee whose work ethic was unmatched. He would be the first to lend a helping hand for those in need. In 2002, Les and Linda returned from Kyrgyzstan and in 2005 Les suffered a stroke which forced him into retirement. Les will be remembered by his wife of 50 years, Linda; a daughter, Kerry (Bill) Bill and their children, Kailie and Jordan; a son, Randall Koehle (Monelle Reich) and his two girls, Bayleigh and Devan. He was predeceased by his parents, George and Daisy Koehle. A Celebration of Les’ life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Saturday, April 20, 2018, at 11:00 a.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
MACKINTOSH, GEORGE WRIGHT George Wright Mackintosh, formerly of Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully at the age of 96 years in Edmonton, AB on Sunday, April 22, 2018.
George was born on November 14, 1921, in Edmonton, the son of Mabel and George Mackintosh. As the son of the Edmonton Journal’s longtime sports editor, George was consumed by sports, both as a fan and an athlete. An athlete, who excelled in track and field and lacrosse, he was also a passionate fan of the Edmonton Oilers and Edmonton Eskimos. Until the very end, he subscribed to the Edmonton Journal and read the sports pages every day.
A graduate of Victoria Composite High School, George received a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Alberta and signed up with the RCAF in 1942, serving the duration of the Second World War in England as a radar operator.
A determined bachelor, George was very much his own person, always true to himself. He enjoyed a lifelong career as a land agent in Calgary and Medicine Hat. During his career, he loved conversations with farmers and their families. He also possessed a formidable knowledge of Alberta’s geography and could describe the various markers of many backroads, including the ones which were “hardtops.”
He was appreciated by all who knew him for his gentle sense of humour and ability to draw people out.
George will be greatly missed by his nephew, Ian Stewart and his wife, Judy Piercey of Edmonton; and his nephew, Sandy Stewart, his wife Darlene Leavitt and sons Callum and Andrew of North Saanich, BC. He was predeceased by his sister, Shelia Stewart; and brother-in-law, Neil Stewart.
Our family extends deepest gratitude to the compassionate care provided by the staff of Extendicare Holyrood in the past two and half years since Uncle George moved back to Edmonton from Medicine Hat.
A Graveside Service will be held Friday, April 27 at 3:00 p.m. at Northern Lights Cemetery, 15203 – 156 Street, Edmonton with a Memorial Service to follow at 4 p.m. at Park Memorial Reception Centre, 11015 – 101 Street, Edmonton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Salvation Army Alberta, 9618 – 101 A Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5H 0C7.
Photos, memories and condolences may be shared through http://www.parkmemorial.com.
Park Memorial
Edmonton 780-426-0050
Family Owned Funeral Home,
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YUMI SAKA 1938 ~ 2018
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Yumiko “Yumi” Reni Saka announce her passing at St. Joseph’s – Carmel Hospice on Monday, April 23, 2018, at the age of 79 years. The Celebration of Yumi’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Monday April 30, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. (Condolences may be expressed by 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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