May 30, 2019
By Obituaries on May 30, 2019.
1936 ~ PETER FUNK ~ 2019 Peter K. Funk, beloved husband of Shirley Funk of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, May 5th, 2019 at the age of 83 years. Peter also leaves to cherish his memory one son, Wesley (Julie) Funk; three daughters, Peggy (Bernie) Petke, Kathy (Bill) Swenson and Dawna (Clynt) Funk; ten grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; three sisters, Mary, Liz and Irene; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Peter was predeceased by his parents, Peter and Mary Funk; and two sisters, Linda and Hilda. Peter (affectionately known as Sonny by his mother and sisters) was the only son amongst 6 children. Dad’s upbringing on the farm instilled a deep, hard work ethic that he would have for his entire life. Dad quit school at age 14 to work the farm to help support his mother and sisters. Peter married Shirley Silver in October 1957 and by October 1958 they had started their family. As a young man Dad made his living as a farm hand, heavy equipment operator on a road crew and when old enough a truck driver. There began Dad’s love for long haul trucking. Dad very proudly drove a truck for more than 50 years and continued working until he was 76 years old at which point he became a tomato gardener, always in competition with his son-in-law Bill to see who grew the biggest and the best. The only thing Dad loved more than driving was his family. He was so very proud of his grandchildren and always kept up with what the kids were doing. He was always available to help out no matter what the chore or who it was for. He was always telling us he had to look out for the “old people” in his neighborhood. Dad had the biggest heart and the best sense of humour which we will all miss dearly. Go make the miles Dad. We love you. The Funeral Service will be held at GERMAN CANADIAN HARMONY CLUB (Harmony Hall), 1 – 1st Street SE, Redcliff, on Saturday, June 1st, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. Memorial gifts in Peter's memory may be made to the Spinal Cord Injury Alberta, 400, 11010 – 101 Street, Edmonton, AB T5H 4B9. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Peter Funk. Funeral arrangements are entrusted toSAAMIS 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.
1938 ~ VERONICA DIRK ~ 2019 Veronica Dirk passed away peacefully with her family at her side on Tuesday, May 28th, 2019 at the age of 81 years. She leaves to cherish her memory two sons, Dwight (Leilani) of Saskatoon and Darren (Marcia) of Medicine Hat; her grandchildren, Jaden (Jackie) Dirk and Kaitlyn Dirk of Saskatoon. Veronica had many siblings as well as step-brothers and sisters. Her father, Frank Schneider married Odelia who passed away at a young age. They had nine children, Magdalena, Margaret, Mary, Pauline, George, Ben, Adam, Rose and Andrew all now deceased. Her father, Frank then married Regatha Bishoff and they raised his children plus had six more: Anne Wagner, Paul Schneider, Katherine Hauck (deceased) as well as her two surviving sisters, Josephine Koch and Anne Marie Syroiszka. She is also survived by one brother-in-law, George Hauck; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Veronica was born on the family farm on January 25th, 1938. She helped out on the farm then moved with her family to Medicine Hat in 1956, where she worked at the glass factory. She then moved with her family to Leader, Saskatchewan in 1957 where she married Tony Dirk in 1959. She gave birth to her first son, Dwight in 1960, then Darren in 1965. She worked at Robinson store, then started work at the Leader Hospital in 1961 where she worked in housekeeping for 37 years until her retirement. At the hospital she met numerous patients and was well known for her smile and friendly nature. She always helped out with anyone in need. After she retired she lived in Leader for a number of years before moving to Medicine Hat for 10 years, missed her card playing friends and moved back in 2008. Illness set in and she moved to Cypress View Nursing Home in August 2015 where she lived until her passing. Mom was a very generous, kind-hearted and hard-working person, also well known for her cabbage rolls, kuchen and soups! Her hobbies included crocheting and gardening. She loved her family deeply. She will be missed by all who knew her. Special thanks to the nursing staff at MH hospital ICU and 4 West that showed professionalism and provided outstanding personal care for our mother while in hospital. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Saturday, June 1st, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. with Father Tomy Manjaly officiating. A private interment will take place at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Veronica's memory may be made to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation, 200, 119 – 14th Street NW, Calgary, AB T1A 7L5. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Veronica Dirk. 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.
AMARA MEYER 1980 ~ 2019
It is with great sadness that the family of Amara Rose Meyer, announce her sudden passing on Monday, May 27, 2019, at the age of 39 years. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so beginning one hour prior to Vigil Prayers at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, on Monday, May 3, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat, on Tuesday, June 4, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. with interment to follow at Hillside Cemetery. (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
BARBARETTA CHISHOLM 1917 ~ 2019
Mrs. Barbaretta Chisholm, beloved wife of the late Mr. William Chisholm, passed away peacefully in Medicine Hat on Monday, May 27, 2019, at the remarkable age of 101 years. Barbaretta leaves to cherish her memory two daughters, Shirley Gutfreund and Grace (Bill) Moore; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great- greatgrandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. Barbaretta was predeceased by her husband, Bill; son-in-law, John Gutfreund; parents, John and Emily Koch as well as nine brothers and two sisters. Barbaretta lived a long, fulfilling life and she will be dearly missed! Vigil Prayers will be recited at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, May 31, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat on Saturday, June 1, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. with Father Vijaya Bathineni celebrant. Private interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. (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
BERTSCH Hildegarde “Hilde” Bertsch of Medicine Hat, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2019, at the age of 87 years, beloved wife of the late Andrew Bertsch. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the church on Monday, from 12:30 – 1:25 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in the Holy Family Parish on Monday, June 3, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. with Father Iqbal Khurshid celebrant. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Holy Family Parish – Feeding the Homeless (1451 Strachan Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 4V3). To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Hilde Bertsch, 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
BRIAN DOUGLAS CRITCHLEY 1939 ~ 2019
It is with profound sadness that the family of Brian Critchley announce his passing while at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary, AB., on Thursday, May 23, 2019, at the age of 79 years. Brian is survived by his loving wife, Eleanor; children, Douglas (Christina), Kristine (Steven Noordhof) and Kevin (Susan); grandchildren, Konnor (Trista), Hannah, Danielle and Samantha as well as Steven’s children, Ella and Brady and one great- granddaughter, Lexi. He is also survived by a brother, Richard (Maggie); brother-in-law, Gordon (Marion) Bateman; sister-in-law, Barbara (Dennis) Beifus as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Brian was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba on September 10, 1939. He married Eleanor Bateman on July 8, 1961, and together they were blessed with three children. Brian was a wonderful husband and the best father to his children and grandchildren.
“Rest In Peace Dad”
A Celebration of Brian’s life will be held at Victory Lutheran Church, 2793 Southview Drive S.E., Medicine Hat on Friday, May 31, 2019, at 10:30 a.m. A time of fellowship will follow in the church hall with a private family interment thereafter. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) If friends so desire, donations in memory of Brian may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 340A, Maple Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 7L5. Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455
THERESA MARDIAN (RESSLER) 1928 ~ 2019
Theresa Margaret Mardian of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Frank Mardian, passed away on Tuesday, May 28th, 2019 at the age of 91 years. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Dale (Valerie) Mardian, Wayne (Jo) Mardian, Charlene (Craig) Smith and Michelle Grover; nine grandchildren, Janine (Scott), Jared, Jessica (Chance), Tamara, Chase, Dalton, Beth, April and Brent; nine great grandchildren, Holly, Logan, Callie, Vanessa, Brandon, Natallya, Jelyssa, Brody and Haydynn; one sister, Veronica Getz; as well as numerous sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Theresa was predeceased by her husband, Frank Mardian; her son, Randy Mardian; her grandson Bryce Grover; her parents, Michael and Elizabeth Ressler; four brothers; and five sisters. Theresa was born on January 22nd, 1928 in Prelate, Saskatchewan. On October 21st, 1950 Theresa married Frank in Medicine Hat. After their marriage, together they farmed in Fox Valley from 1952 to 1957. In 1957 they moved to Hays, Alberta where they continued to farm until 1990. Theresa and Frank moved to Medicine Hat in 1982 and continued the farming operation from the city. Theresa enjoyed walks, baking, cooking, crocheting, knitting and word searches. She loved family suppers and get-togethers and especially loved being around her grandchildren. Theresa will be sadly missed by all those who knew her. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Thursday from 6:00 until 9:00 p.m. and at HOLY FAMILY PARISH, 1451 Strachan Road SE, on Friday from 12:00 until 12:55 p.m. Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, on Thursday, May 30th, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at HOLY FAMILY PARISH, on Friday, May 31st, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. with Father Iqbal Khurshid, Celebrant. A private interment will take place in the Roman Catholic Section at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Theresa's memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society, 201, 770 – 6th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4J6. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Theresa Mardian. 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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