March 10, 2020

By Obituaries on March 10, 2020.

1923 – AUDREY METZ – 2020

Audrey Metz, passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2020 at the age of 96 years, beloved wife of the late Felix Metz. She leaves to cherish her memory five children, Karen (Eugene) Bolen, Orville (Jean) Metz, Frances Metz, Robert (Marlene) Metz, Alex (Sherri) Metz; seventeen grandchildren and twenty seven great grandchildren; one brother-in-law Carl (Joan) Metz; two sisters-in-law, Josephine Mann and Pauline Wright as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Paulina and John Gibson; her husband Felix on November 8, 2018; one grandson and one great grandson. Audrey was born on September 12, 1923 in Todmorden, England. She met Felix in England where they were married on December 20, 1945. They then moved to Canada settling in the Richmound area where they farmed until retiring to Medicine Hat in 1995. 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. A private family graveside service will be held at Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society, Alberta and Northwest Territories. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Audrey Metz, 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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1939 ~BENEDICT LANZ ~ 2020

We are saddened to announce the sudden passing of Benedict (Ben/Benny) Michael Lanz, beloved husband of Penelope Lanz, at the age of 80 years in Medicine Hat, AB on March 8th, 2020. Ben was born on April 3rd, 1939 in Schuler, AB. He was a long time employee of GOODYEAR until his retirement in 2001. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his children Pamela (Steven) Bohnet, Shane (Tasha) Lanz and Chad Lanz; his cherished grandchildren, Trinity Lanz, Julia and Hayden Bohnet; siblings, Frank, John, Ed, Tony Lanz, Mary Bitz, Francis Gaetz, Veronica Sehn and Kathy Peterson; many brother and sister in-laws; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Ben was predeceased by his parents, Erasmus and Katherine Lanz; his brothers, Leo and Balzer; sister, Maggie; mother and father-in-law, Bun and Peggy Marriott; and brothers- in-law, Jerry Bitz, Tim Sehn, Shawn Marriott, and Bruce Marriott; and sister-in-law, Carolyn Marriott. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Wednesday, March 11th, 2020 from 6:00 to 6:55 p.m. Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Wednesday, March 11th, at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. PATRICK’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 282 – 2nd Avenue NE, on Thursday, March 12th, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. with Father Tomy Manjaly, Celebrant. Interment will follow in the Roman Catholic Section at SAAMIS PRAIRIE VIEW CEMETERY. Memorial gifts in Ben’s memory may be made to the The Lung Association Alberta/NWT Division, P.O. Box 4700 Station South, Edmonton, Alberta T6E 9Z9 or to a Charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Benedict Lanz. 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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1943 – ROY VOSSLER – 2020

Roy Lavern Vossler of Redcliff, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at the age of 76 years, beloved husband of the late Fay Vossler. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Thursday, March 12, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. Private interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Roy Vossler 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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CYNTHIA CARNELLI

1957 ~ 2020
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Cynthia (Cindy) Carnelli, beloved wife of Dean Carnelli, announce her peaceful passing at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Saturday, March 7, 2020, at the age of 62 years. A Celebration of Cindy’s life will be held at River Valley Community Church, 1101 Queen Street S.E., Medicine Hat on Thursday, March 12, 2020, at 2:30 p.m. (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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HOLIZKI, Zachary

On Tuesday March 3, 2020, Zachary Holizki passed away peacefully at home in Calgary at the age of 90 years. Zack was born on July 4, 1929 to Zackary and Mary Holizki. Zack will be lovingly remembered by his children, Karen (Dan); Barry (Maria); Lorene (Michael); John (Carol) and Families. He was proud of his grandchildren, Heather (Lance; great-granddaughter Mackenzie); John David (Sara); and Tara, Connor, Aeron, and Jesse; Sara (Todd and great- granddaughters Addyson, Brynn); and Jared (Trisha). Zack was predeceased by his wife Helen (Dennehy); granddaughter Kalei; and his brothers Joe, Frank, and George, and sisters Rose, Carol, Madeline, and Eva. The Funeral Service will be held at St Peters Roman Catholic Church; 541 Silvergrove Dr NW, Calgary on Friday, March 13, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. Reception to follow. Interment of Zachary’s urn will take place at a later date. Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting http://www.edenbrookcemetery.ca.

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MARIA VOELLER

February 10, 1931 ~ March 5, 2020

Maria (Mary) Magdalena Voeller of Medicine Hat, wife of Simon Voeller, passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Thursday, March 5, 2020, at the age of 89 years. She will be deeply missed by her husband of 68 years, Simon; sons, Larry (Cindy) and Ray (Anna); grandchildren, Aimee (Troy), Michael (Ashly), Brett (Kennedy), Lisa (Walter), Bradley (Alaina), Chelsey, Derek and Jesse (Kaila) as well as three great-grandchildren, Sierra, Monroe and Nash. Mary was predeceased by her parents, John and Magdalena Keller; sister, Victoria Sieben and brothers, Adam, Joe, Jim and Peter Keller. Mary was born on the farm in Reward, Saskatchewan. She married the love of her life, Simon on June 19, 1951 and together they farmed and raised their sons in the Maleb area. Mary loved to garden and was an excellent cook. Her pizza buns and homemade pickles were just a few of her grandchildren’s favorites. She enjoyed camping with Simon and their numerous fishing adventures, especially when she outfished Simon! Mary also liked to get together with friends for a night of cards and socializing! She loved her family dearly and will be lovingly remembered by all those who knew her! Vigil Prayers will be recited at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, March 11, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat on Thursday, March 12, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. with Father Vijaya Bathineni celebrant. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery with fellowship and refreshments thereafter in the Holy Family Parish Hall. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting 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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Orla Vern Christensen

April 06, 1923 – Mar. 1, 2020
The family of Orla Vern Christensen sadly announce his passing on Sunday, March 1, 2020 at the age of 96. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 71 years, Shirley, in 2017 and daughter-in-law, Elaine, in 2018. He leaves to cherish his memory seven children Carol (Don), Rose, David, Linda (Bob), Elaine, Sharon (Darcy), Alan (Diane), 17 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren. At his request there will be no service.

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