March 28, 2019

By Obituaries on March 28, 2019.

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1933 ~Velva Moser ~ 2019

Velva Joan “Vel” Moser of Medicine Hat passed away peacefully with family at her side at St. Joseph’s Home on Tuesday, March 26th, 2019 at the age of 85 years. Vel leaves to cherish her memory her children, Faye (Don) Steinbach, Glen (Rita) Aman and Gail (Dave) Bradford; five grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; four great- grandchildren; one step-great grandchild; and her sister, Joyce McQueen. Vel was predeceased by her husband, Douglas Moser; and her sister and brother-in-law, Chrissie and Stanley Rose and their two children; and her brother-in-law, Gordon McQueen. Vel was born in Medicine Hat, AB, on November 8th, 1933 and lived in Medicine Hat and Redcliff most of her entire life. She belonged to the Church of St. Ambrose Vestry in Redcliff and also served as the Church’s secretary for a period of time. For many years, she sewed for her family and enjoyed many activities like curling, bowling and shuffleboard. Vel’s family would like to extend their appreciation to all of the staff at St. Joseph’s Home for their excellent care and a special thank you to Nel Mulder and her late husband, Trinnus “Slim” for their friendship and ongoing support through the years. Vel will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved her. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Thursday, March 28th, 2019 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held at ST. AMBROSE ANGLICAN CHURCH, 505 – 5th Street SE, Redcliff, on Friday, March 29th, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. Memorial gifts in Vel’s memory may be made to St. Joseph’s Home Comfort Closet, 156 – 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 5M1 or to St. Ambrose Anglican Church, 505 – 5th Street SE, Redcliff, Alberta, T0J 2P0. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Vel Moser. 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.

MELVIN JAMES MOGCK

January 18, 1938 to March 24, 2019
Ever Loving – Ever Loved

We give thanks for the life of our treasured husband, father, papa, great grandfather, Melvin Mogck, who passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Carmel Hospice on Sunday, March 24, 2019 at the age of 81 years. We will miss his gentle soul, loving words of wisdom and sense of humour. Melvin was born on a very cold January day in 1938. That day must have had something to do with his dislike of snow, because he didn’t like having to play around in it all his life. And, wouldn’t you know it, the morning when he passed away, snow was falling! Dad’s cherished memory will remain in the hearts of his wife, Muriel, children – Wanda (John Reinholdt) and Dale Mogck (Lorinda); granddaughter Corryn Mogck (Matthew Grandy), great grandson, Kyler Fountain, great granddaughter due end of June and grandson Jordan Mogck (Kendra). Melvin is survived by his sister Vivian Waldbauer. He was predeceased by his parents, Jacob and Erna Mogck, brothers Garry Mogck and Charles Mogck, brother-in-law Laurence Waldbauer, in-laws Henry and Molly Maerz and brother-in-law Clarence Maerz. Melvin had fond memories of going along with his father hauling grain or working in the field before he was of school age. He was quite young when he had to help with chores – feeding chickens, pigs, geese, turkeys and milking cows. They were always quite fortunate to have a good dog that would bring in the milk cows for them so they didn’t have to walk to get them. Melvin started school in April 1944 at McKay Creek. He played ball at school and his team took championship at Sports Day in Elkwater three years running. For many years before he got married, he was quite involved in community affairs with Graburn Unifarm Association, Community Hall and Walsh Cattle Marketing Association, running alleys at cattle sales. His time with Walsh Cattle Marketing involved many positions, working his way up from a worker to president. This period in his life showed his dedication to the community and his career as a farmer and rancher. On November 29, 1969, he married Muriel Maerz of Three Hills, Alberta and had two children, Wanda Mae born August 19, 1971 and Dale James born March 31, 1974. They were really looking forward to their 50th this coming November. He loved playing with his kids any time he could get. They both took music lessons, played ball and graduated from Irvine High School. Melvin and his family attended Memorial Evangelical Church in Medicine Hat to get spiritually fed as they congregated with relatives and friends on Sundays and special occasions. In 1971, a few months before Wanda was born, Melvin changed his lifestyle to follow Jesus. He also began a weekly Bible study and prayer group in the community that lasted for 20 years. In 1996, amidst rising farming expenses and costs, Melvin decided to sell the farm and ranch and Melvin and Muriel moved to Medicine Hat. In 2001, Melvin joined the Gideons involved with handing out New Testament Bibles to students in Grade 5. He also played men’s senior slow pitch, golfed, bowled, and worked at a landfill. He always enjoyed meeting and working with people. In 2011, Melvin and Muriel moved into Chinook Village where he enjoyed serving on some committees including being a fire warden. He enjoyed Tim Horton’s coffee and Timbits with his German friends. He also played shuffleboard and enjoyed many Skipbo games with friends and family. A special thank you to the nurses and staff on 2 North, 4 West, 5 West, and St. Joseph’s Carmel Hospice for their awesome care of Melvin these last 3 months. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Thursday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held in River Valley Community Church, (1101 Queen Street SE) on Friday, March 29, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Ken Roset and Pastor Thomas Miller officiating. A private interment will take place prior to the funeral service. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to The Gideons (International in Canada) 3123 15th Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8K1. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Melvin Mogck, or you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message.
Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

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The sun was shining brightly at Hillside Cemetery this past Thursday as family and friends gathered to celebrate the life of a lady who endured much suffering and is now at peace. Sie wird vermisst werden!

Your memory is my keepsake,
with which I’ll never part.
God has you in His keeping,
I have you in my heart
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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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