September 20, 2018
By Obituaries on September 20, 2018.
1924 ~ TILLIE MARTIN ~ 2018
Mathilda "Tillie" Martin of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Ferd Martin, passed away on Saturday, September 15th, 2018 at the age of 94 years. Tillie leaves to cherish her memory her children, Dennis (Chris) Martin, Audrey Nichols and Tim (Theresa) Martin; eight grandchildren; five great grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Tillie was predeceased by her husband, Ferd Martin; her parents; three brothers; and four sisters. Those who knew Tillie will remember her for her love of playing cards and playing pool. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Thursday from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m. and Friday from 1:00 until 1:55 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, on Friday, September 21st, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Jeff Decelle officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Tillie's memory may be made 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 subject heading Mathilda Martin. 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.
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
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.
1929 ~ SHIRLEY GILL ~ 2018
Shirley Laura Amelia Gill, beloved wife of Donald Vernon Gill, passed away in Medicine Hat on Monday, September 17th, 2018 at the age of 88 years. In addition to her husband of 66 years and 10 months, she leaves behind her son, Jim (Linda) Gill and their children, Lindsay Johnson, Tara Gottselig, Kendra Gill and Curtis Gill; daughter, June (Oscar) Saulit and June's children, Matthew Poirier and Amber Mogus; daughter, Lorna (Kris Eldred Gill; son, Jerrold Gill; eight great-grandchildren; a sister, Theodoria Gloria Brehm; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Theodore Brehm and Amelia Lukowitch Brehm; a brother, Antony Brehm; and two sisters, Nettie Brehm and Iris Solinski. Shirley was born on December 2nd, 1929 on the Brehm family farm outside of Leader, Saskatchewan. She attended nursing school at Providence Hospital in Moose Jaw, graduating in 1951. She worked at the Leader Hospital. She married Don Gill of Leader, Saskatchewan on November 17th, 1951. Shirley became a farm wife who was active and involved with her four children and later her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She and Don retired to Medicine Hat in 1990. She delighted in spending time with family, traveling, taking walks and staying active. She also was involved in the community, both in Leader and later in Medicine Hat. Shirley was a Worthy Matron of the Order of the Eastern Star; past president of the Figure Skating Club; a volunteer for a variety of causes, including the cancer and heart associations and in support of palliative care; a member of the Medicine Hat Golf Club; and a member of a women's bridge club. A Memorial Service will be held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Saturday, September 22nd, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. Memorial gifts in Shirley's memory may be made to the Parkinson Association of Alberta, #101, 928 Allowance Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 3G7. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Shirley Gill. 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.
1972 ~ MONIKA WESSNER ~ 2018
Monika Wessner, beloved wife of Tyrone Wessner of Medicine Hat, passed away on Saturday, September 15th, 2018 at the age of 45 years. Monika also leaves to cherish her memory two children, Benjamin and Emily; her parents, Chuck and Mary; her brother, Augustine (Tania) and their children, MacKenzie and Zachary. Monika was a warm and caring person who enjoyed pottery and painting. Her children filled her life with love. The Funeral Mass will be held at ST. PATRICK’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 238 – 2nd Avenue NE, on Friday, September 21st, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. with Father Francis Tran, Celebrant. A private family interment will follow at SAAMIS PRAIRIE VIEW CEMETERY. Memorial gifts in Monika's memory may be made to the charity of one's choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Monika Wessner. 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.
DARLENE WARDMAN
Family gathered privately at Hillside Cemetery this past Friday to honour the life of this exceptional lady. Her memory will never be forgotten by the ones she loved.
We remember now in love,
Your life from start to end,
And we’re just glad we knew you,
As a mother, wife and friend!
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
KURPJUWEIT
Gladys Jean Kurpjuweit, passed away on Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at the age of 76 years, beloved wife of Alvin Kurpjuweit of Medicine Hat. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Friday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the Hillcrest Evangelical Missionary Church (3785 13th Ave SE) on Saturday, September 22, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Mark Bolender officiating. Interment will take place at Prairieview Cemetery at 12 noon, prior to the funeral service. Those who wish to attend the graveside service are asked to meet inside the gates of the cemetery at 11:45 a.m. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Whispering Pines Camp, PO Box 23110, Medicine Hat Mall PO, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 4C7. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Gladys Kurpjuweit, 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
