February 26, 2020
By Obituaries on February 26, 2020.
1926 ~ EDWIN RIEGEL ~ 2020 Edwin ‘Ed’ Herbert Riegel passed away on Monday, February 24, 2020, at the age of 93 years, beloved husband of Esther Riegel of Medicine Hat. He also leaves to cherish his memory his children, Kenneth (Pat) Riegel, Dorothy (Jim) Baker and Brian (Marilyn) Riegel; six grandchildren, Julie, Angela, Alisha, Alison, Tabatha and Carla; eight great grandchildren; his brother, Milbert (Bertha) Riegel and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, William and Dorothea Riegel and eight siblings. Edwin was born on April 18, 1926 in Lipton, Saskatchewan, the second youngest of ten children. He received his education at Freeland School, Central Collegiate of Regina and Lipton High School. He operated Riegel’s Transport from 1946 to 1949 in Lipton. He married the former Esther Klaus on July 8, 1948. They moved to Medicine Hat where he was employed at Revelstoke Lumber. In 1949 they returned to Lipton where they farmed for four years before returning to Medicine Hat. He was employed at Sept’s Hardware, Gardner Motors, City of Medicine Hat Gas Department and served district churches as pastor at Wisdom and Little Plume. After retirement he and his wife served as seniors visitation pastors at Hillcrest Church. The funeral service will be held in the Hillcrest Evangelical Missionary Church (3785 – 13th Avenue S.E) on Thursday, February 27, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Jamie McDonald officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Hillcrest Evangelical Missionary Church, 3785 – 13th Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1B 1J2 . To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Edwin Riegel, 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
1929 ~ TONY HEPFNER ~ 2020 Anthony “Tony” Hepfner passed away on Monday, February 24, 2020, at the age of 90 years, beloved husband of Helen Hepfner for 69 years. A Celebration of his life will be in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday, February 28, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the charity of your choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Tony Hepfner, 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
1941 ~ ROSE WARNOCK ~ 2020 Rose Marie Warnock of Medicine Hat passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2020, at the age of 78 years. She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Julie Van Maarion and one grandchild, Cory Van Maarion. She was predeceased by her parents, Edward and Elma Innes; her son, Edward James Warnock; one brother, Jimmie Innes and two grandsons, Michael Gray and Brandon Van Maarion. A memorial service will be held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the S.P.C.A. – 55 Southwest Drive SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8E8. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Rose Warnock , 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
1962 ~ LEE ANNE CHARBONNEAU ~ 2020
It is with great sadness that the family of Lee Anne Carmen Charbonneau (formerly Tripp, née Charbonneau) announce her passing on Wednesday, February 19th, 2020 on the territory of the Blackfoot Confederacy in Medicine Hat, Alberta. Lee Anne’s Blackfoot name is Itspikitstegapke.
Lee Anne lived a life of generosity and love, with an open mind and an open heart. Lee Anne leaves behind her three children Laurier, Suzanne, and Samuel Tripp; her siblings, Gregory, Susie, and Malaika Charbonneau; her nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts, and cousins; and many friends. Lee Anne was born in Ottawa on October 9th, 1962 and was predeceased by her parents, Frances Boerkamp (née Browne) and Paul Charbonneau. Lee Anne’s career served truth and justice from her non-profit leadership, to Indigenous education, to journalism. She volunteered in the community promoting art, education, correctional reform, truth and reconciliation, and literacy. She lived all over Canada, including Montréal, Peterborough, Lake Louise, Victoria, Yellowknife, Canmore. In 2003, she made Medicine Hat her home. She had lived in Alberta since 1996, and made her home in Medicine Hat since 2003. Lee Anne loved the sweetgrass hills, oceans, and wild places. She never passed a glacier lake without jumping in. She loved visiting and drinking tea and hearing people’s stories. There was always room at her table for anyone who found their way there. She wrapped her family and community in caring ceremonies. She showed us how to be grateful for whatever and whoever comes. She will be loved and remembered in this world and the next. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. PATRICK'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 238 – 2nd Avenue NE, on Saturday, February 29th, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Lee Anne Charbonneau. 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.
1974 ~ JODY CROZIER ~ 2020 Jody Lynn Crozier, beloved wife of Dale Crozier of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, February 14th, 2020 at the age of 45 years. Jody also leaves to cherish her memory her children, Connor, Declan and Paige; her parents, Shirley and Gunther; one brother, Patrick; and one sister, Cindy. Jody was predeceased by her sister, Gale Kelly. A Come and Go Celebration of Jody's life will be held at the ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION, 324 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, on Saturday, February 29th, 2020 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Jody's memory may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 4, 324 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1J 3L7. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Jody Crozier. 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.
JOSEPHINE (JO) ELIZABETH STODALKA November 8, 1932 ~ February 18, 2020 Josephine (Jo) Elizabeth Stodalka, beloved wife of William (Bill) Harry Stodalka of Medicine Hat, Alberta was called to eternal life on Tuesday, February 18, 2020, following a brief illness. Jo was the eldest daughter of Frank and Theresa Kambeitz. She was born on the family homestead of her maternal grandparents, George and Elizabeth Klein, northeast of Richmound, Saskatchewan on November 8, 1932. Growing up in the Dirty Thirties and being the first of nine children, she developed a work ethic and a sense of resourcefulness that remained with her throughout her life. She attended Krupp School until 1945 when the Kambeitz family moved to Richmound where, except for her Grade 11 year at St. Angela’s Academy in Prelate, she completed her high school. A bright,“straight A” student, she skipped a grade, which meant she was in the same class as Bill Stodalka. Childhood sweethearts, Josephine and Bill went on their first “official date” when they were Grade 10 Students in 1948. They were married on August 12, 1953 and in her words, it was “one of the happiest days of my life.” They have had a truly wonderful life, growing old together, seventy-one years in all since that first date. It was a first and true love for both of them that lasted a lifetime. After high school, their teaching careers took them on their next leg of their life journey. Bill and Jo completed Normal School in Moose Jaw in 1951. She then taught in Kronau, Regina and Webb, Saskatchewan. They returned home to teach in Richmound, Saskatchewan in 1958. Their family grew during these years to include four boys and a girl. In 1967, they moved to Calgary with the family for one year so Bill could obtain his Master of Education Degree from the University of Calgary. In 1972, the family left Richmound and moved to Maple Creek, Saskatchewan when Bill became the Director of the Maple Creek School Division. Bill and Josephine loved to entertain. Their home was always open to their friends and their children’s friends. Jo was an excellent cook. Mealtime was important in the Stodalka household and there was always enough food for everyone. Friends, family and neighbours knew they were welcome at Jo’s table. However, they had to be ready to engage in animated and lively conversation. Josephine was a woman of many talents. She was an excellent seamstress and gardener. She was a smart and competitive card player. She particularly loved to play bridge. An avid reader, she would regularly read into the wee hours of the night until the book was done. She loved classical music and she had a beautiful singing voice. Jo led school and church choirs throughout her life. She played softball in her youth and she curled competitively for many years. Her Maple Creek curling team competed in the Saskatchewan Provincial Senior Women’s finals. Bill and Jo were devoted Liberals. She was a great help to federal and provincial Liberal candidates in Saskatchewan and Alberta. She was always involved in the C.W.L. wherever she lived and served as president of the C.W.L. for many years. In the eyes of her children, Josephine’s most important gift was being a mother. They knew and experienced her constant and unconditional love. Her temperament, her values and her unwavering belief in her children benefited them in every way. When the grandchildren came along, they, too, experienced the same love and affection. Josephine valued education. When Bill worked at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon in the late 1980s, Josephine decided she wanted to take the university classes necessary to obtain her Bachelor of Education Degree. Her convocation ceremony in 1989 at 56 years of age was a proud moment for the entire family. Josephine was a resilient woman. Her life, though blessed in so many ways was not without its emotional tragedies as she buried two of her children. Her second child, Susan, died shortly after her birth in 1957 and her youngest son, Paul, who was just starting his legal career in Calgary, died in a car accident in 1990 while he was going on a ski trip to Fernie, BC. Bill and Jo moved to Medicine Hat in 1990 where Jo spent her retirement years. In the summer months, guests to Josephine’s and Bill’s house on the aptly named Iris Court always enjoyed a tour of her garden to see all her beautiful flowers. She and Bill traveled extensively all around the world during these later years, and they particularly liked ocean cruises. Her twenty-fourth cruise was her last. She was transported by air ambulance to Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami, Florida where she died on February 18, 2020. Josephine was a woman of deep faith and she was a soft touch when it came to donating to charities. Jo donated generously to charities every month. Her favourite was Operation Smile, so fitting for a woman who devoted so much to the wellbeing and happiness of others. Her memory is lovingly cherished by her husband, Bill, their children Tim (Leslie), John (Marilyn), Murray and Kathy (Norm Nicolet), Marcia Stodalka and Janice Stodalka. She is also survived by her 13 grandchildren: Erin (Josh Cornet), Mark (Angela Speers), Bill (Ariel Langgard), Josie (Gregg Lewis), Drew (Avery Buye), Anderson (Andrea Gould), Jacqui, Kassia (Justin Wollin), Rose, Paul, Thomas, John Mark and Luc and her five great-grandchildren so far: Paige, Seth, Allison, Samuel and Tully. Also left to cherish her memory are her sisters: Rosemarie/Sr. Teresita, Carol Sproul, Dolores Stodalka (Ken Reynolds), Audrey (Keith) Eslinger and her sister-in-law, Pamela Kambeitz; her brothers George (Jean), Jerry (Agneta) and Peter (Lynda) Sereda and all of their wonderful families. Memories of Josephine will also be treasured by her sister-in-law, Dolores McCarthy and the rest of the McCarthy clan on the West Coast. She was predeceased by her parents, Frank and Theresa Kambeitz, her brother, Ben Kambeitz, her in-laws, Jack and Alice Stodalka, her brothers-in-law, Don Stodalka and Brian McCarthy, her daughter Susan (1957) and her son Paul (1990). Vigil Prayers will be recited at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901-13th Street SW, Medicine Hat on Friday, February 28th, 2020 at 7:00 pm. A Memorial Mass honouring Josephine’s life will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road SE, Medicine Hat on Saturday, February 29th at 11:00 am with Father Vijaya Bathineni celebrant. Private interment will take place at a future date.
Although Jo loved them, flowers are gratefully declined. If you wish, donations can be made in Jo’s name to Operation Smile or other charities of your choice. She was the glue that held our family together. She will be forever missed.
Love is eternal.
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LAURA TUCHSCHERER 1935 – 2020
Laura Marie Tuchscherer, beloved wife of Mike Tuchscherer, passed away peacefully in Bow Island on Monday, February 24, 2020 at the age of 84 years.
Further information including service details will follow once arrangements have been finalized.
TRAVIS BAKER 1979 ~ 2020 It is with heavy hearts that the family of Travis James Baker announce his passing in Medicine Hat on Monday, February 24, 2020, at the age of 40 years. Further announcements will follow upon completion of the arrangements. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 http://www.cooksouthland.com
"Locally owned & directed"
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