January 14, 2020

By Obituaries on January 14, 2020.

1937 ~ IRENE ARNDT ~ 2020

ARNDT, Irene Rose, nee Kruger, passed quietly into the next life on Friday, January 10, 2020, with Herbert, her husband of 62 years, at her bedside. Missing Irene intensely are daughters Lorna Arndt and Corinne (Wes) Callihoo and cherished granddaughter Danielle Callihoo. Irene also leaves beloved sister Esther (Emil) Krause and sister-in-law Eraine Jansson, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Irene was predeceased by her parents John and Rosina Kruger, brother and sister-in-law Emil and Rose Kruger, nephew Robert Kruger and in-laws Ewald and Danaida Arndt and CR Erland Jansson. Born September 25, 1937, Irene grew up on a farm near Hilda Alberta, moving to Medicine Hat with her parents for high school. She was an active volunteer in her church communities at the local and regional levels and took great pleasure in all of her family’s interests and activities. The family wishes to express gratitude to Dr. Jeffrey Bratvold, and Natashia Dubourt for their kindness and care over many years and to the medical professionals at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, Emergency, ICU and 4West units. The Funeral Service will be held at ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 515 Sprague Way SE, on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Ken Edel officiating. A private interment will take place. Memorial gifts in Irene's memory may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, 515 Sprague Way SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1B 4A7. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Irene Arndt. 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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1956 ~ KATHY ROMANIUK ~ 2020

Kathleen Donna Ann “Kathy” Romaniuk of Medicine Hat passed away on Saturday, January 11th, 2020 at the age of 63 years. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Michael (Joanne) Romaniuk and Jennifer (Steve Holmes) Romaniuk; grandchildren, Owen, Reese, Kayl and Jayce; sisters, Shirley (Brett) Gordon, Beverly Masters (Garry Moore); brother, Edward Couturier; brothers-in-law, Wayne Jacober, Kevin (Christine Finch) Romaniuk and Marris (Dawn Ohama) Romaniuk; father-in-law, Maurice Romaniuk; sisters-in-law, Barb (Bob) Clark and Maryanne (Yvon) Leblanc; numerous nieces and nephews; and beloved furry friend, Tika, who was also known as a sister to Jen and Mike and as an aunt to the grandchildren. Kathy was predeceased by her loving husband, Brian Martin Romaniuk; parents, Reginald and Beverly Masters; sister, Leslie Jacober; and mother-in-law, Eleanor Romaniuk. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and aunt and will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved her. A private time of remembrance will be held. Memorial gifts in Kathleen's memory may be made to APARC Medicine Hat, AB, 1002 S Railway St, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 2W2. Condolences may be sent through condolences@saamis.com subject heading Kathleen Romaniuk. 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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PROSSER

Gerald ‘Jerry’ Charles Prosser of Medicine Hat passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2020, at the age of 61 years. He leaves to cherish his memory his brother, Larry Prosser; his sister, Val Evangelos and sister-in-law, Sandra Prosser as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Zina and Charles Prosser; one brother, Bill Prosser and a brother-in-law, Regas Evangelos. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Gerald Prosser, 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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SANDRA L. UMPLEBY

June 06, 1942 – Dec. 25, 2019
Sandra ("Sandy") Lynne Umpleby, PhD (née West), was born in Walton-on-Thames, England on June 6, 1942 and passed away December 25, 2019 after 41 years of marriage to the love of her life, Dennis Umpleby (Sooke, BC). She is survived by Dennis as well as her three children, Loki (Kara), James and Jennifer (Viv). Her family will forever remember Sandy for her absolute devotion to family, her generous and thoughtful nature, her fiery spirit and her love for adventure. Her positive attitude toward life and her infectious energy impacted everyone she met.

Sandy enjoyed a rich and varied career as an educator for over 50 years, touching and shaping the lives of thousands of people in Ontario, Alberta and BC. She taught every grade from K to 12, served as a high school principal and a school district superintendent, and eventually obtained her PhD in Education in 2007 at the age of 65. Her passions included horseback riding, badminton, bridge, golf, tennis, sailing, gardening and community service. She was always close to her beloved Norwegian Elkhound companions and savoured her walks in the woods and looking for “treasures” on the beach.

Her greatest legacy will be to have her love of life and generous nature reflected and honoured in the lives of her six cherished grandchildren, whose presence in her life gave her such joy: Ashley (Matt), Matthew, Amber, Keaton, Gavin & Fraser and her two great grandchildren, Finn and Aesop. Sandy is lovingly remembered by her “other” daughter and the co-parent of her grandchild, Lurene (Pat), her sister and brother-in-law Sherry and Larry Monger (London, ON), her sister-in-law and brother-in-law Judy and Phil Plotnikoff (Bowser, BC) as well as many nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly.

Rest in peace, Sandy, Mum, Nana, and know you are deeply loved by those who remain behind. We are so grateful for all that you taught us and the joy of our lessons and laughter together as we savoured the beautiful noise. We will honour Mum's life in a private family ceremony. To make a contribution in her memory, please donate to the AlzheimerÂ’s Society of BC.

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