July 23, 2018

By Obituaries on July 23, 2018.

1929 ~ LORRAINE KEHLER ~ 2018

Beverley Lorraine (Belanger) Kehler passed away on July 20, 2018 at the age of 88 years after a brief and courageous battle with cancer. Lorraine is survived by her three children, Dianne Hankins, Katherine (Greg) Stern and Kenneth (Cheryl) Kehler; her grandchildren, Bree (Lee) Hankins, Brandi (Tom) Harper, Jordan (Cherisse) Stern, Ashley and Cory Kehler; her great-grandchildren, Taia and Cheyenne Harper, Jackson and Lily Stern, and Willow McLandress; her sister-in-law, Ellen Belanger; her nieces, Linda (Brian) Link, Bev Belanger, Colleen Belanger, Lyda (Andrew) Lovett, and her nephew, Warren (Heather) Belanger. Lorraine is predeceased by her husband, Henry Kehler; her brother, James Belanger; and her granddaughter, Dana Hankins. Friends and family were the most important loves in Lorraine’s life and she cherished them deeply. Lorraine always said Pat (Stan) Lerner was the sister she never had. Couponing, contesting, and card nights were her truest passions and she excelled in winning. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Carmel Hospice, St. Joseph’s Home, for their comfort care and to Dr. Rinaldi for her ongoing care. A Private Graveside Service will be held at Hillside Cemetery on Friday, July 27, 2018 with Gary W. Goran officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Lorraine’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 2P5 or to the Carmel Hospice, St. Joseph’s Home, 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 Lorraine Kehler. 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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1930 ~ ALICE HAAS ~ 2018

Alice Haas, beloved wife of Ephraim Haas of Medicine Hat, passed away on Saturday, July 21, 2018 at the age of 88 years. Alice also leaves to cherish her memory her children, Dale (Karen) Haas and Joyce (Dave) McNaughton and their families. She was predeceased by her son, Wade Haas. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Alice Haas. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed by
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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1958 ~ BONITA GELLATELY ~ 2018

Bonita "Bonie" Jane Gellately, beloved wife of Ian Gellately of Medicine Hat, passed away on Saturday, July 14th, 2018 at the age of 59 years. The Funeral Service was held Saturday at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Bonie Gellately. Funeral 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.

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1958 ~ NANCY GIESINGER ~ 2018

Nancy Christine Giesinger of Medicine Hat passed away on Friday, July 13th, 2018 at the age of 60 years. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Monday, July 23rd, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. 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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DORIS KORNELSON

1935 ~ 2018
It is with sadness that the family announce the passing of their mother, Doris V. Kornelson, beloved wife of the late, Ed Kornelson at St. Joseph’s – Carmel Hospice, Medicine Hat, AB., on Saturday, July 21, 2018 at the age of 82 years of age. Further announcements will follow 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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GAUDET, SARAH “SALLY”

It is with great sadness that we, the family of Sarah Gaudet, announce her passing on July 18th, 2018 surrounded by loved ones at the Carmel Hospice in St. Joseph’s Home at the age of 68 years after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Sarah is survived by her husband, Raymond Gaudet; children, Neil (Paris) Gaudet, and Lisa (Darrell) Torrie; mother, Joy Fauth; as well as numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, siblings, nieces and nephews. Sarah was predeceased by her father, Allen Harrison; step-father, Leo Fauth, mother and father-in-law, Regine and Joseph Gaudet; as well as a number of sibling-in-laws. In her words she had a “good life, good kids and good husband”. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Tuesday, July 24th, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts in Sarah’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 2P5, or to the Carmel Hospice, 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 subjecting heading Sarah Gaudet. 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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1913 ~ ETHEL CURRIE ~ 2018

Ethel Currie of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Austin Currie, passed away on Wednesday, July 18, 2018 at the amazing age of 105 years. Ethel leaves to cherish her memory numerous friends, colleagues and relatives in Canada, United States and France. Ethel was born in Medicine Hat on June 26, 1913, an only child to Mack and Mattie (Franks) Higdon, both from North Carolina. Her father leased and was the resident manager of the Medicine Hat Ranch (MHR) south of Whitla from 1913 to 1919, then he purchased the -N- Ranch south of Manyberries where Ethel was raised. Mack Higdon continued to lease the MHR from 1919 to 1925 and chose George Murray II, to be the resident manager. During this time, Mattie’s sister, Jessie Franks, came for a visit, met, and later married George Murray II. George and Jessie Murray had four children who were Ethel’s cousins: GW (George William) Murray, Lois Franks (Murray) Jacobson, Mack Higdon Murray (all deceased) and Maxine Rich (Murray) Hutchison (surviving). George Murray II purchased the MHR and his descendants continue to farm and ranch. Ethel adored her cousins and held them in high esteem.
Ethel attended school in Manyberries and Medicine Hat. After graduating from High School, she completed a business course and became the secretary-treasurer for the family ranching company. Ethel was ahead of her time. At the age of 23, after reading a newspaper ad, she decided to pursue flying lessons in Lethbridge. She obtained her pilot’s licence and her instructor became her future husband. Ethel married Austin Currie in 1940. They moved to Winnipeg, where Ethel gained her commercial pilot’s licence, then moved to Montreal. Together, they flew freight between Winnipeg and Montreal and mail to communities in Northern Quebec. They lived in various locations throughout Eastern Canada before settling in Medicine Hat in the early 1950’s. They operated Western Lockers and retired in the late 1950’s. Ethel was very involved in the Medicine Hat community. She received the “Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal” for over sixty years of volunteer work for the Canadian Red Cross. Ethel’s contributions included sewing and knitting for the soldiers during WWII, volunteering at blood donor clinics, establishing the Medicine Hat Red Cross office, being the Treasurer of the Red Cross Advisory Commitee (2013) and still doing the bookkeeping until the age of 100. Ethel was instrumental in starting the United Way in Medicine Hat as a response to the crisis caused by the 1953 floods. As a member of the Kiwanas and Quota Club her efforts helped raise funds for community projects. Well before City council meetings were broadcast, Ethel would film the proceedings and drive across town to deliver it to Cable 10 TV, where she volunteered as a camera operator, well into her 80’s. She enjoyed her time and the lasting friendships formed as a member of the Historical Society, Order of the Eastern Star and the Liberal Party. E thel practiced her Christian Science faith until her death. Ethel felt service to others was important and if she saw a need, she wanted to fix it. Ethel was an incredibly strong, independent woman. She never once complained as her eyesight, hearing and mobility declined. She kept her wit and sharp intellect until her last day. Ethel generously donated her time, energy and resources to the community of Medicine Hat and will not be forgotten. The funeral service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. with Dr. David J. Carter officiating. Memorial gifts in Ethel’s memory may be made to the United Way of South Eastern Alberta, 928 Allowance Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 3G7, Canadian Red Cross, 398 Aberdeen Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0R2, Historical Society of Medicine Hat and District, 401 First Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8W2, or Community Foundation of South Eastern Alberta, 430 – 6 Avenue SE #104, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ethel Currie. 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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SACKMAN

Daren Terry Sackman of Medicine Hat passed away on Friday, July 6, 2018, at the age of 53 years. He leaves to cherish his memory his brother, Darryl Sackman of Medicine Hat; his sister, Charlene (Mike Befus) Walline of Calgary; as well as two nephews, several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, Leonard and Kay Sackman. Daren was born and raised in Medicine Hat. He enjoyed camping and fishing with his family throughout the summer. Growing up in the Flats, he enjoyed outdoor hockey and games with his friends and brother. Friends continued to be important to Daren throughout his life. Daren got his break as a cook at the Assiniboia and then later moved on to Caroline’s, where he became the head chef until they closed. He continued on as a chef at a couple of the golf courses, as well as Ralph’s, the Beefeater, and Sidetracked Pub. Daren was an avid Philadelphia Flyers fan and was a master when it came to music. We would like to express our sincere thanks to Dr. Nunweiler and the amazing staff of 4 West, in particular nurse Megan. Your care and compassion was truly a blessing. It is good to know there are actual angels on this earth. Thank you from our hearts. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. At the request of the family, please dress casual for the service. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the charity of your choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Daren Sackman, 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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