September 18, 2018

By Obituaries on September 18, 2018.

1925 ~ GEORGE WILLCOCKS ~ 2018

Mr. George Willcocks, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Barbara Willcocks, of Medicine Hat, passed away on September 10, 2018 at the age of 93 years. George leaves to cherish his memory his three sons, Paul Willcocks (Jody Paterson) of Victoria, John Willcocks of Medicine Hat, and Timothy Willcocks of Vancouver; five grandchildren, Rebecca (Gary) Todd of Gainesville, Fla., Sam Willcocks of Vancouver, Chelsea Tinnion of Montreal, Susan Willcocks of Montreal and Katherine Willcocks of Chertsey, Quebec; and two great grandchildren, Cerys and Dylan Todd. George was predeceased by one son, Mark Willcocks; his parents, Samuel and Louisa “Cissy” Willcocks; his brother, Eric Willcocks; and sister, Margaret Abbott (nee Willcocks). George was born in Toronto on April 27, 1925. He served as a pilot in the RCAF from 1943 to 1945. He met and then married Barbara Jones on September 9, 1950 in Toronto. After living briefly in Montreal and Calgary, they moved to Medicine Hat in 1986, where George was the publisher of the Medicine Hat News. When he retired in 1990, George was an active volunteer in the community, working with the Medicine Hat Stampede and Exhibition for many years, and was a lifelong honorary member of the board of directors. A memorial celebration will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Friday, September 28, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. with Dr. David J. Carter officiating. Memorial gifts in George’s name may be made to Medicine Hat Women's Shelter (Phoenix Safe House), P.O. Box 2500, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8G8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading George Willcocks. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to
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GETZ

Peter Clarence Getz of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, September 16, 2018, at the age of 83 years. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Wednesday, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Thursday at the church from 9:30 a.m. to 10:25 a.m. Family and Friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish, (1451 Strachan Road SE), on Thursday, September 20, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. with Fr. Vijaya Bathineni, celebrant. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Peter Getz, 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

VERHEGGE

Marlene May Verhegge of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, September 10, 2018, at the age of 66 years, at St. Joseph’s Carmel Hospice. She leaves to cherish her memory her brother Ron (Sheila) Verhegge of Medicine Hat and a special friend Kathy Kirkland-Guin. She was predeceased by her parents, Barbara and Frank Verhegge. Marlene was born on May 8, 1952 in Medicine Hat where she was raised and graduated from Medicine Hat High School. She then began her career in banking at the Royal Bank Main Branch, where she worked her entire career until retiring. Marlene was a sports fan but particularly an avid Toronto Blue Jays and Toronto Maple Leafs fan; and she had a great love for animals. Diagnosed with MS in her early 20's, she wouldn’t let it slow her down. She was resilient and lived independently. She enjoyed many outings, especially the Casino with Kathy, who was a dedicated and loyal friend. Marlene’s family would like to recognize and acknowledge the incredible staff at St. Joseph’s Home for their kindness, concern, great care and high level of professionalism. We, Ron and Sheila can’t thank them enough for taking care of our sister/sister-in-law. A private family graveside service was held yesterday at Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 101 – 1201 Kingsway Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 2Y2. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Marlene Verhegge, 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