July 12, 2018

By Obituaries on July 12, 2018.

CHARLES W. J. STEINER

1934 – 2018
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Charles Wilfred John Steiner announce his peaceful passing on Sunday, July 8, 2018, at the age of 84 years. Charlie is survived by his beloved wife, Yvonne and three children, Mike (Vicki) Steiner, Susan (Larry) Granger and Jeff (Lindy) Steiner; grandchildren, Sarah (Tom) Pollard, Mark (Lindsay) Steiner, Leah Steiner, Thomas (Brittany) Granger, Mara Steiner and Emma Steiner; three great-grandchildren; siblings, Ernie (Erica) Steiner, Marie Malkoske, Donny (Karen) Steiner and Katherine (Orville) Hood; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Charlie was a kind, generous and loving man whose family and faith meant the world to him. He was born in Whitemouth, Manitoba in 1934 and grew up on the Steiner family farm. In 1956, he married the love of his life, Yvonne, and together they raised three children. Early in his career, he worked in corporate management with Shell Canada in various locations before moving to Medicine Hat to become the owner of the Shell bulk dealership in 1972. Here he put down permanent roots, growing his business, forging bonds with customers and serving with the Medicine Hat Rotary Club. Leisure hours were dedicated to family, friends, faith and fishing, with many happy hours spent along the South Saskatchewan River. The lakes of northern Saskatchewan were another favourite fishing destination. Always putting family first, he helped both his sons start their own businesses. In his later years he worked with Jeff, arriving at 7:00 a.m. sharp six days a week. Friday afternoon “board meetings” were a highlight. He considered himself lucky that his children and most of his grandchildren chose to settle here. The funeral be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 13, 2018 at UNITY LUTHERAN CHURCH (8 Palliser Place NE) with a luncheon to follow. If friends so desire, donations in Charlie’s memory can be made to Unity Lutheran Church. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Charles Steiner. 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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FRANZ

Richard “Rick” Alan Franz of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, July 8, 2018, at the age of 55 years. He leaves to cherish his memory his mother, Elfriede Franz; his brother, Gary (Kim) Franz of Medicine Hat and their children, Korissa (Mike) Anderson and their children Anson and Wade, Taylor Franz, Lacey Franz and McKenzie Franz; his sister, Christine (Jason) Prokosch of Medicine Hat and their children, Evie Prokosch, Jasmine Prokosch and Milo Prokosch. He was predeceased by his father, Helmut Franz and his grandparents, Gustav and Berta Wahl; Albert and Lydia Franz. Rick was born on January 5, 1963 in Calgary and raised in Medicine Hat. He worked at the Kinsmen Training Centre and Redi Enterprises and once he retired he continued to volunteer at various places. Rick’s family would like to thank all the special people who worked with him over the years. You all made it possible for Rick to have an independent and interesting life. Interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery on Friday, July 13, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. Those who wish to attend the interment service are invited to meet at the cemetery gate at 1:45 p.m. The funeral service will follow at Victory Lutheran Church (2793 Southview Drive SE) at 3:00 p.m. with Rev. James C. Bredeson officiating. In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the C.O.R.E. Association, 412 3rd Street SE, Medicine Hat, T1A 0H1. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Rick Franz, 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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GAYLENE SCORY

Last Wednesday, family and friends gathered at the Cypress Centre to celebrate the life of a woman who gave so much to so many. She will be missed!

She’s gone to live with Jesus,
But she’s here with us today,
Smiling down on every one of us,
And telling us she’s okay!

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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HEILMAN

Freda Heilman (Schreiber) passed away on Saturday, July 7, 2018 at the age of 93 years. She leaves to cherish her memory her two daughters, Sharon (Walter) Regehr and BeverleyAnn (David) Jeggo. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Friday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 12 noon to 12:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Victory Lutheran Church (2793 Southview Drive SE) on Saturday, July 14, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. with Diaconal Minister Lila deWaal. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. Freda loved flowers, however, those who would rather make a donation to a Romanian orphanage may do so through CARO (Canadians Reaching Out to the Worlds’ Children Foundation) #301, 278 Park Meadows Drive S. E. , Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1B 4J1. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Freda Heilman, 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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MARGARET WINKLER

1922 ~ 2018
Mrs. Margaret Winkler of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Mr. Leonard R. Winkler, passed away peacefully in the Haven of Rest at South Country Village, Medicine Hat on Wednesday, July 11, 2018, at the age of 96 years. Further information will be announced upon completion of the arrangements. (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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MARTA STEPHENSON

1974 ~ 2018
It is with a heavy heart that Jordan Pratt announces that his beloved wife, Marta Stephenson, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Tuesday, July 10, 2018, at the age of 44 years. Marta will be silently remembered by family and friends. (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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