July 16, 2019
By Obituaries on July 16, 2019.
1940 ~ Maurice Rolles ~ 2019
Maurice Alfred Rolles of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Florence Rolles, passed away on Sunday, July 14th, 2019 at the age of 79 years. Maurice leaves to cherish his memory his step-sons, Daniel Demers of North Battleford, SK and Ronald Demers of Kyle, SK; step-daughters, Jeanette Brosinsky of Maple Creek, SK, Kathleen (Gordon) Osbak of Cayley, AB, and Donna Demers (Brent Spliak) of Innisfail, AB; nine grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; brother, Ernest Rolles of Melfort, SK; sister, Violet (Robert) Terry of Okotoks, AB; and numerous nieces and nephew. Maurice was predeceased by son, Allan Demers; daughter, Sharon Demers; parents, Martin and Hilda Rolles; brother, Edgar Rolles; sisters, Helen Jacklin and Hazel Reinhart; and son-in-law, Jerry Brosinsky; and brothers-in-law, Jerry Reinhart and Tom Jacklin. Maurice was born on the Saskatchewan family farm on January 25th, 1940. He attended South Star School and then went on to start his career in road construction. He owned and operated his own business for many years before going to work for the RM. Maurice retired on June 30th, 2000 and then moved to Medicine Hat, AB. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, making fiddle boxes, as well as playing the fiddle and the accordion. He treasured the time he spent with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and he will be sadly missed by all those who knew and loved him. A private family time of remembrance will be held. Memorial gifts in Maurice's memory may be made to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, c/o Medicine Hat and District Health Foundation, 666 – 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Maurice Rolles. 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.
1961 ~ TERRY AKERSTROM ~ 2016
Terry Akerstrom passed away January 1, 2016 in Medicine Hat, Alberta. Terry leaves to cherish his memory his father, mother, one brother and two sisters.
Celebration of Life will be held at the Rosalind Drop-in Centre, 5 Main Street, Rosalind, Alberta on July 27, 2019. The interment will take place at the Greenview Cemetery, Rosalind, Alberta. 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.
GEORGE HINRICHS
1935 ~ 2019
George passed away suddenly at his home in Medicine Hat on June 10, 2019, at the age of 84 years. You are invited to join in remembrance of George’s life in the Chinook Garden Lounge at Chinook Village, 2801 – 13 Ave. S.E., Medicine Hat on Saturday, July 20, 2019, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455
MASTEL
Franziska “Frances” Mastel passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2019, at the age of 87 years, beloved wife of Tom Mastel of Medicine Hat. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Wednesday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in the Holy Family Parish, (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Thursday, July 18, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. with Fr. Vijaya Bathinen celebrant. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Frances Mastel, 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
PALOMEQUE
Marie “Lorraine” Palomeque of Medicine Hat passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 14, 2019, at the age of 91 years, beloved of wife of the late Ricardo Palomeque. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Marie Palomeque, 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
RAYMOND MAYER
1932 ~ 2019
It is with heavy hearts that Mary and her sons, David and Alan, announce the passing of Raymond Mayer at Masterpiece Southlands in Medicine Hat on Thursday, July 11, 2019, at the age of 87 years. Raymond was born February 3, 1932 in Medicine Hat, Alberta, a son to Alfred and Hilda Mayer. This is also where he was raised and received his schooling. On August 1, 1953 he married Mary and they would have celebrated 66 years of marriage this year! He loved and cared deeply for all of his family and really enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. Raymond was always a kind and helpful person to both neighbors and friends alike and would never say “no” when someone asked him to volunteer or help. He was was heavily involved in the local sports community having spent several years coaching minor hockey, Little League baseball, and helping out in various ways. Not only did he volunteer at the local level, he also served at the provincial level in hockey and ball communities. In 1973 he was awarded the CAHA award for his service to minor hockey in Medicine Hat. With hockey in his blood, he demonstrated his knowledge and experience as the Manager of the Medicine Hat Cubs for many years. Raymond was a dedicated employee and worked for 30 years as a power engineer at Goodyear before he retired. Retirement took him and Mary to Chemainus, B.C. where he spent his time gardening, camping and fishing whenever he could. His time fishing was always a highlight of his day whether fish were caught or not. Ray and Mary also had the pleasure to travel the world where they made many memories along the way. Besides his wife, Mary, he is survived by his sons, David (Wendy) Mayer of Smithers, B.C. and Alan (Shann Snedden) Mayer of Medicine Hat; grandchildren, Brenan (Jamie) Mayer of Houston, B.C., Jonathan (Jolene) Mayer of Houston, B.C., Kristan (Harley) Schwabe of Abbotsford, B.C. and Erica Mayer of Medicine Hat; as well as seven great- grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, Randy Mayer. Raymond was predeceased by his parents, Alfred and Hilda Mayer. A private graveside service will be held at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial donations in Raymond’s name may be made directly to A.J’s Loan Cupboard, 1, 749 – 14 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4V8. (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
