February 4, 2019

By Obituaries on February 4, 2019.

1929 ~ Alvin William “Al” Strobel ~ 2019

Alvin William Strobel of Medicine Hat, passed away on Wednesday, January 30th, 2019. Funeral Service will be held at Hillcrest Church, 3785 13th Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 1J2, on Saturday, February 16th, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. Memorial gifts in Al’s memory may be made to Gideons International in Canada, Suite 177, 1415 – 28 Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8P9 or Whispering Pines Camp, Box 23110 Medicine Hat Mall PO, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 4C7. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Alvin Strobel. 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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1929 ~ MARIA PETREHELE ~ 2019

Mrs. Maria Petrehele of Medicine Hat passed away on Wednesday, January 30th, 2019. A Time of Remembrance for Maria was held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL yesterday. Memorial gifts in Maria's memory may be made to the South Country Village, Sunnyview Nursing Home. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Maria Petrehele. 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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1955 ~ BRENDA GOLDADE ~ 2019

Brenda Louise Goldade of Medicine Hat, passed away with her family by her side on Thursday, January 31st, 2019 at the age of 63 years. Brenda leaves to cherish her memory her son, Karrie Goldade (Lenora Paradon); step-sons, Blair Robson and Quinn Robson (Brandi Kelsie); siblings, Terry Goldade (Sandra) Robin Goldade (Darcy Smigelsky), Todd Goldade (Sharon Goyer); and numerous nieces and nephews. Brenda was predeceased by her husband, Garry; parents, Phillip and Gladys Goldade; and her step-daughter, Carly Robson. Brenda was born and raised in Medicine Hat and graduated from McCoy High School. After 15 years of working as the Bar Manager at the Royal Hotel, Brenda decided to return to school and attended the Medicine Hat College for Office Technology. Following completion of her studies she accepted a position at Stark’s Plumbing and Heating where she worked for 19 years. Brenda joined Barbara running the front office at Stark’s and they enjoyed many years of camaraderie. When not working, Brenda enjoyed playing billiards but her true passion was golf. Over the years, she made many friends playing in the women’s league at Medicine Hat Golf & Country Club and Paradise Valley. She will be deeply missed by her family and many friends. Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5, on Tuesday, February 5th, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Brenda's memory may be made to a 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 Brenda Goldade. 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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MAVIS IRENE STEGEN

January 21, 1931 ~ January 30, 2019

Mavis Irene Stegen passed away peacefully at The Good Samaritan Society in Medicine Hat on Wednesday January 30, 2019, at the age of 88 years. Mavis leaves to cherish her memory, her loving husband, Ben and her two children, Carol (Dale) and Grant (Leanne). She was so very proud of her grandchildren: Jenna (Rory), Tiffany, Todd, Carly, Kayla, Janelle and her two great-grandsons, Ben and Luke. Mavis is also survived by her brother, Hugh Giffard and her niece, Marjorie (Gerald) Kornelson. Mavis was predeceased by her parents, Rosalind and Alan Giffard, three brothers-in-law, Harry Stegen, Leonard Stegen, Norman Stegen, sister-in-law, Alice Stegen and a very special niece, Marilyn Ross.
Mavis was born January 21, 1931 in England and survived WWII during her childhood years. She took her Initial Teacher Training (ITT) and after teaching several years in England, decided it was time to embark on an exciting adventure, travelling and teaching around the world. She came to Canada in 1958, and was given a teaching assignment in Jenner, AB where she met the love of her life, Ben. They were married the following year in England and returned first to Iddesleigh, AB, then later to the ranch east of Jenner to make their home and raise their two children, Carol and Grant.
Over the years, Mavis taught at Jenner, Patricia, Ralston, Buffalo and the Jenner Colony. She was very involved in the Rainy Hills Lutheran Church, Toastmasters in Brooks, and was the I & J Gas Coop Manager for many years. Mavis loved being part of the LAMP ministry that flew into remote communities in the north to teach Vacation Bible School. She happily put on many miles driving her children to 4-H, piano lessons, rodeo and hockey.
Mavis visited England many times over the years and especially loved to spend time in the Lake District where she could be found doing 10-15 km hikes, even at the remarkable age of 80. She also hiked in Northern Ontario and in Austria with a like-minded group of ladies who called themselves the “Tough Old Birds”.
After Mavis and Ben retired to Medicine Hat in 1995, she continued to stay busy and was involved in the Unity Lutheran Church and the Alberta Synod. She was also a steady volunteer at the Medicine Hat SPCA where she could be found walking dogs and organizing Bingos, as well as being on the Board of Directors. After her sudden stroke in 2012, Mavis’ busy lifestyle changed, but she continued to enjoy time with her family, and loved her visits from her little grand dog, Myah.
Mavis had a smile that would light up a room and was always happy to contribute her time and unique organizational skills to any person or group that needed her.
A Celebration of Mavis’ life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901-13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, on Tuesday, February 5, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. with Diaconal Minister Lila de Waal officiating. Memorial donations in Mavis’ name may be made to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Dr. SW, Medicine Hat AB, T1A 8E8; Rainy Hills Lutheran Church, Box 216, Jenner, AB T0J 1W0; or The Good Samaritan Society, 550 Spruce Way SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 4P1. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting 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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TOWERS, MICHELLE COLETTE

May 23, 1980 – Victoria, British Columbia
January 26, 2019 – Calgary, Alberta
Michelle Towers, beloved daughter passed away peacefully with Mom and Dad at her side at the Peter Lougheed Centre, Calgary Alberta on Saturday January 26, 2019 in her 38th year. Michelle was an avid animal lover. Her American bulldog Wrigley meant everything to her. Michelle also loved to travel but never had the opportunity to see the many destinations she dreamed of visiting. Loving daughter of Joel (Tyler) and Carole Towers of Brighton Ontario. Cherished grand daughter of John and Jean Towers of Grimsby Ontario. Michelle will be sadly missed by her many aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends. Friends and family are invited to a celebration of Michelle’s life at the CFB Suffield Christ the King Chapel, 425 Larkhill Lane, Ralston Alberta on Friday, February 8, 2019 at 10:00 am. Reception to follow. The family would like to thank the staff at Peter Lougheed Centre ICU for their care and support in making Michelle’s final weeks as comfortable and peaceful as possible. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are welcome or if so desired donations to the Medicine Hat SPCA would be sincerely appreciated by the family. In living memory of Michelle Towers, a tree will be planted in Fish Creek Provincial Park.

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