May 2, 2018

By Obituaries on May 2, 2018.

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1930 ~ ERICH KAHLE ~ 2018

Erich Kahle passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Home in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, April 25, 2018, just over 2 weeks after thoroughly enjoying his 88th birthday with close family. Forever remembering Opa are his children: Andy Kahle and David (Heather) Kahle and their children; Joshua, Elyssa and Matthew as well as grandchildren, Adam and Emily Kadey. Dozens of nieces and nephews, many family members and a host of long time friends survive Erich and will deeply miss him. Opa was born in Gross Oesingen, Saxony, Germany on April 7, 1930 and was the last surviving sibling in his family of 11 children. Erich was predeceased by his wife, Elsie (Oma) on August 31, 2015, and their daughter Christine in 2012, as well as 5 sisters, and 5 brothers. Opa had a rock-solid faith in the Lord Jesus. His unwavering faith was and is an inspiration to all who knew him. Opa enjoyed reading since a young boy and just completed reading Martin Luther’s 300-page biography in his final days. Opa was an excellent cabinetmaker and craftsman graduating 2nd in his class and having completed numerous beautiful projects for St. Paul’s Church and many others. It was such a blessing for Opa to be able to share crisp memories of people, dates and events even from his early childhood right up until his final breath.
The family would like to thank all those friends and family who brightened his final days with visits, laughter, conversation and goodies. The family would also like to thank Dr. Monty and Dr. Josh Foley as well as the staff of St. Joseph’s Home, including the amazing, sweet nurses who provided such loving care since his arrival on March 9. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Friday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and at ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 515 Sprague Way SE, on Saturday from 10:00 to 10:55 a.m. Erich’s life will be remembered and celebrated by all who knew him with a funeral service at ST. PAUL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 5, 2018 with Pastor Ken Edel officiating. A Private Interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery. Tributes to Erich can also be made through his favourite charity, Lutheran Hour Ministries of Canada, 270 Lawrence Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario, N2M 1Y4, or to St. Joseph’s Home Carmel Hospice, 156 – 3 Street NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1. By His wounds we have been healed. To God be the glory. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Erich Kahle. 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.

1945 ~ LEONARD PIOTROWSKI ~ 2018

Leonard Piotrowski of Manyberries, beloved husband of the late Mary Jane Piotrowski, passed away on Saturday, April 28, 2018 at the age of 73 years. Leonard leaves to cherish his memory his children, Tim (Tannis) of Manyberries and Sue (Gord) Wudrich of Bow Island; two grandchildren, Barrett Piotrowski and Taylor Wudrich (Shandi Balog); two brothers; two sisters; numerous nieces and nephews; and Marilyn Ross. Leonard was predeceased by his wife, Mary Jane; his parents, Stanley and Cecilia; and seven siblings. Leonard was born on January 25, 1945 in Preeceville, Saskatchewan. He grew up with a love of ranching owning and operating the Lost River Ranch. Leonard enjoyed rodeo, hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. His yard was immaculate, and he was always on time. He was a Past Director of the Chinook Rodeo Association and an Honourary Director of the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede. The Funeral Service will be held at the CYPRESS CENTRE, 2055 – 21 Avenue SE, on Thursday, May 3, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. with Dr. David J. Carter officiating. Memorial gifts in Leonard’s memory may be made to HALO, 12 – 49 Viscount Avenue SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5G4. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Leonard Piotrowski. 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.

1959 ~ ANGIE BASSENDOWSKI ~ 2018

Angelina “Angie” Bassendowski, beloved wife of Steven Bassendowski of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, April 30th, 2018 at the age of 58 years. Angie also leaves to cherish her memory two daughters, Nancy Bassendowski (Jon Sookocheff) and Crystal (Layne) Ardell; five grandchildren, Gwendolyn, Eleonora and Marsden Sookocheff and Isabella and Scarlette Ardell; one sister, Florence (Darrell) Hill; two brothers, Gerald (Jan) Zimmer and John (Esther) Zimmer; her father-in-law, Rudy Bassendowski (Berva Kazuik); her sister-in-law, Sharon (Gene) Cochrane; her brother-in-law, Rick Bassendowski; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Angie was predeceased by her father, Leo Zimmer; her mother, Katherine Zimmer; her step-mom, Mary Zimmer; her granddaughter, Leia Ardell; and her sister, Cecilia Zimmer. Angie was born on December 31st, 1959 and was raised and educated in Luseland, Saskatchewan. She married Steven on October 6th, 1979 in Kerrobert, Saskatchewan and together they moved to various places in Saskatchewan before settling in Consul, Saskatchewan, later moving to Medicine Hat. Angie enjoyed camping, reading and scrapbooking. What she loved above all was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Wednesday, May 2nd, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at HOLY FAMILY PARISH, 1451 Strachan Road SE, on Thursday, May 3rd, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. with Father Philip Le, Celebrant. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Angie's memory may be made to the Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association – http://charcotmarietoothc.wixsite.com. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Angie Bassendowski. 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.

BUBBEL

Gerhard Ernst Friederich Bubbel passed away on Monday, April 30, 2018, at the age of 87 years, beloved husband of Erika Bubbel of Medicine Hat. He also leaves to cherish his memory his children, Elizabeth Chute (Brian Yanciw) of Empress, Monika Sulz of Medicine Hat, Susan (Rod) Wilk of Medicine Hat, Gerhard Bubbel of Lloydminster; Erika’s children, Heika (Scott) Cunningham of Lacombe and Lars (Nick Hu) Mathiesen of Taipei; eleven grandchildren, Erin Clyde, Steven (Brianna) Chute, Andy (Aleea) Chute, Tim Sulz (Darbie Dechaine), Jeanine Wilk, Brady Wilk (Julie Pham), Gerhard Bubbel, Nicholas (Nikko) Bubbel, Kyla Cunningham, Matthew Cunningham and Teagan Cunningham; three great grandchildren, Dakota Clyde, Tula Clyde and Bradon Dechaine. He was predeceased by his parents, Arthur and Hildegard Bubbel; his first wife, Greta, and one grandson Thomas Sulz. Thank you to the nurses and staff at Sunnyside Nursing Home, Home Care, and to the doctors and nurses at Medicine Hat Regional Hospital Emergency Department and Five East. As per Gerhard’s request, no funeral service will be held. 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 Sunnyside Nursing Home, 1720 Bell St. SW, T1A 5E9. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Gerhard Bubbel, 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

FRANKLIN ROGERS

October 12, 1924 ~ April 29, 2018
John Franklin Rogers passed away on April 29, 2018, at the age of 93 years. He is survived by his son, Murray (Julie) Rogers of Bindloss; daughters, Janet (Fred) Kelln and Lorna (Gary) Turner both of Medicine Hat; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; sisters, Flora Anhorn, Grace Newbert, and Glennis (Ken) Lewis; brother, Allan Rogers and sister-in-law, Viola Stephenson and their families. Franklin was predeceased by his wife, Jean; son, Keith; parents, Dryden and Thelma Rogers; granddaughter, KariAnn Jasssund; sister, Madeleine Rutz; brother, Arnold Rogers; brothers-in-law, Al Rutz, Frank Newbert, Don Anhorn and Clarence Stephenson; sister-in-law Lorna Rogers as well as four brothers and sisters in infancy. Franklin was born in Empress, Alberta and was raised on the farm at Bindloss. He received his education at the Forks School and Leland High School and then farmed in the district. He enjoyed playing sports, especially curling; senior slo-pitch and watching the Blue Jays. A private family interment will be held with Dr. Shane Andrus officiating. As an expression of sympathy donations 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

GARDNER, Edward Robertson (Rob)

February 23, 1958 – Calgary, Alberta
April 24, 2018 – Medicine Hat, Alberta Rob Gardner of Medicine Hat, AB, passed away at home with family at his side after a brief battle with cancer at the age of 60. Rob was a loving husband, son, father, pa, and friend to all. He loved working on vehicles and spending time in his garage tinkering with his latest projects. Rob worked as a floor installer for his entire career, most recently working alongside his wife for Carpet One in Medicine Hat. He enjoyed spending time on his deck in the sun. Rob was always there to help friends and strangers alike. He will be greatly missed by all.
Besides his loving wife of 37 years, Terry, Rob is survived by his daughter Robin (Kelly); grandsons, Brennan, and Kaydan; his parents, Angela (Bill) Gardner and Ed Gardner; sisters, Vicky (Dale) Baxandall, and Nancy (Martin) West; and many loving nieces and nephews. Rob was predeceased by his brother, Greg, in 1980, and his son, Bobby, in 1995.
Robs family would like to express their heartfelt thanks ad gratitude for all the thoughtful expressions of love and kindness by relatives and friends during their time of loss and bereavement. A special thanks to all of the physicians and nurses that have helped Rob and family during this difficult time.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY (Deerfoot South, 12281 – 40th Street S.E., Calgary, AB) on Wednesday, May 2, 2018, at 2:00 P.M. Reception to follow at the funeral home. Condolences may be forwarded through http://www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Rob Gardner, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Park Memorial, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W. Calgary, AB, T2S 2L5, Telephone: 403-243-8200.

HUBBS, TINA (nee SCHNEIDER)

Family and friends are invited to join us Saturday, May 5th at Hillside Cemetery at 11:00 a.m. We will be laying our much loved Mom and Grandma to rest. Kindly meet at the cemetery gates at 10:45 a.m. 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.

IRENE STOCK

Family and friends gathered to honour the life of Irene Stock in Cooks Chapel with Pastor Findley officiating, along with a special solo by Gerry. A video tribute shared cherished memories from the family of a dear and loving mother, who touched the lives of many over the years.

Our dear mother, the kindest friend,
One of the best that God could lend,
Loving, thoughtful, gentle and true,
Always lending a helping hand too.

Her Life Lived…
Her Life Cherished…
Her Life Honoured.

Courtesy of
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

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