August 22, 2019

By Obituaries on August 22, 2019.

AUDREY KARSTEN

1931 – 2019
Mrs. Audrey Karsten of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Ralph Karsten, was taken home to her Lord and relieved of her suffering on Sunday, August 18, 2019 at the age of 88 years.
Audrey was kind and gracious to all she met. She worked hard and helped wherever she could. She loved to knit, read, and bake. Audrey loved God, her family, her friends, and her church.
Audrey is lovingly remembered by her children, Marilyn, Allan, and Ivan and their spouses; 11 grandchildren; and 10 great grandchildren. She is also survived by a large extended family.
We thank the staff at St. Therese Villa for all their loving care during Audrey’s final months.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00pm, on Friday, August 23, 2019 at MARANATHA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH, 260 McGill Blvd West, Lethbridge, Alberta, with Pastor Paul Van Stralen, officiating.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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DRESCHER

Randall “Randy” Joseph Drescher of Medicine Hat passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2019, at the age of 62 years. He leaves to cherish his memory his two daughters, Renee and Jezzat; one brother, Alan Drescher and his daughter Tanya; two sisters, Joanne Drescher, Sylvia (Jody) Studer and their children Dean (Crystal) and Justin. He was predeceased by his parents Greg and Caroline Drescher and one brother Irwin. The funeral mass will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Friday, August 23, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. with Father Iqbal Khurshid celebrant. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Champions Center, 435 North Railway Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 2Z3. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Randy Drescher, 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

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GORDON FITSCHEN

1969 ~ 2019
Mr. Gordon Henry Fitschen, beloved husband of Bonnie Coslovich, passed away in Medicine Hat on Friday, August 16, 2019, at the age of 50 years. Gordon’s memory will be cherished in the hearts of Bonnie’s children, Brandi and Devon (Nicole); his mother, Ella Fitschen; brothers, Ray (Sharon), Randy (Denise) as well as an aunt, Ingrid Kitzler (Helmut). He is also survived by numerous relatives and friends. Family wish to extend their heartfelt appreciation to the Doctors and staff at the Medicine Hat Hospital for all the care and assistance provided to Gordon. A Celebration of Gordon’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, August 23, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. with Major Murray Jaster officiating. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) As an expression of sympathy, donations in memory of Gordon may be made to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre. Please make cheques payable to the Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation, 666 – 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6. 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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GRANT LORENZ

1966 – 2019
Grant Roy Lorenz, beloved son of Art and Lynne Lorenz passed away in Abbotsford, British Columbia on August 8, 2019, at the age of 52 years. He is survived by his children, Bryce Robinson, Sarah Robinson and stepson, Bryon Robinson; the mother of his children, Eileen Robinson (Ken Garrett) all of BC.; brothers, Kevin (Meagan) Lorenz, their children, Travis and Samantha of Sylvan Lake; Brent (Cidnee) Lorenz, their children, Axelle and Abbott of Lethbridge; Aunt Priscilla Laudon and family of BC.; Uncle Jim and Aunt Ronda Langbein of Calgary; Aunt Debbie and Uncle Dale Weisgerber and family of Medicine Hat. Grant was predeceased by his grandparents, Ed and Margaret Lorenz of Medicine Hat, Roy and Alva Langbein of Medicine Hat and Preston Grace Lorenz of Lethbridge. He would always greet you with a smile and that’s the way he will be remembered. Grant will be missed by all who knew him. The celebration of Grant’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, on Thursday, August 22, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Grant’s name may be made to the Abbotsford Salvation Army Centre of Hope, 34081 Gladys Avenue, Abbotsford, BC. V2S 2E8. (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

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MARY CHRISTINE SCHNEIDER

1919 ~ 2019
Please join us for a Celebration of Life in memory of Mary Christine Schneider who passed away Wednesday, March 27th, 2019 at the age 99 years. The family will gather for a Graveside Service on Friday, August 23rd, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. at Hillside Cemetery. Family members attending please meet at the cemetery gates at 12:45 p.m. Family and friends are asked to join us at Alan and Sharon’s farm where we will have a Time of Refreshments and Snacks to celebrate Mary’s life. Please bring lawn chairs. Memorial gifts in Mary’s memory may be made to the Medicine Hat S.P.C.A., 55 Southwest Drive SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Mary Schneider. 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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