March 17, 2020

By Obituaries on March 17, 2020.

1927 ~ JOHN GETZ ~ 2020

John Ralph Getz of Medicine Hat passed away on Friday, March 13, 2020, at the age of 92 years, beloved husband of the late Katherine Getz . He leaves to cherish his memory his children, Doug (Carol Ann) Getz, Randy (Glenys) Getz, Wayne Getz, Glen (Carol) Getz and Michelle Getz; seven grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; three brothers; two sisters as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Thursday, March 19, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. with Fr. Vijaya Bathineni officiating. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the A.J.’s Loan Cupboard (Alan Joys Memorial Fund Society) Box 45006, McKenzie Postal Outlet, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 7H3. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: John Getz, or you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence.
Due to restrictions in place regarding the COVID- 19 virus – those who are vulnerable or who are not well, are under no obligation to attend the funeral service.
Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

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1928 ~ ALMA SCHNEIDER ~ 2020

Alma Schneider passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2020, at the age of 91 years, beloved wife of Adolf Schneider of Redcliff. They recently celebrated 68 years of marriage. She also leaves to cherish her memory her children, Erika (Wayne) Street, Erhard Schneider and Bertram Schneider; five grandchildren, Adina (Blair), Marcy (Steve), Willy, Laura (Evan) and Andy (Chelsea); four great grandchildren, Cody, Cam, Tim and Ben; her sister, Hilma (Jake) Schlenker; sisters-in-law, Line Gill and Erna Gill as well as numerous nieces and nephews and long time friends. Alma enjoyed cooking and baking for family gatherings, particularly with vegetables grown in her garden. No birthday was complete without Oma’s special birthday cake. Travelling and camping were favourite pastimes. She loved singing with the Harmonie Choir, of which she was a member from 1968 until it disbanded in 2014. She was predeceased by her parents, Ludwig and Dorothea Gill; her brothers, Waldemar Gill, Helmut Gill, Emil (Sandy) Gill, Arthur Gill and Herbert Gill in infancy; her sisters, Ella (Oskar) Fried and Adele (Max) Schwabe. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Wednesday from 12:00 – 12:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Alma Schneider, or you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence.
Due to restrictions in place regarding the COVID- 19 virus – those who are vulnerable or who are not well, are under no obligation to attend the funeral service.
Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

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1935 ~ ALMA SCHLENKER ~ 2020

Alma Schlenker of Medicine Hat passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2020, at the age of 84 years, beloved wife of the late Art Schlenker. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Friday from 12 noon – 1:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday, March 20, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Roland Schlenker officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. The family has asked that those who feel vulnerable to the virus, please do not feel obligated to attend the viewing or the funeral. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Alma Schlenker, 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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1954 ~ CALVIN JOBLING ~ 2020

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Calvin Harold “Cal” Jobling announce his passing on March 12, 2020, at the age of 65 years. Calvin is survived by his four children, Caylen, Tyler (Bailey), Nicole (Brandon), Katerina (Cody); the mother of his children & best friend, Amy Jobling; and his grandchildren, Sapphire, Cameron, Haysten, Brianna; a new granddaughter, expected in April; his brother, Jim (MaryAnne); and sister, Lael (Brian); and numerous nieces and nephews. Calvin is predeceased by a granddaughter, Audrey; niece, Nancy-Jean; sister, Catherine; and his parents, Norman & Audrey. Calvin had a big personality and he loved to tell stories. He made friends everywhere he went. In his younger years he was an avid hunter, skier, and golfer. Cal was a talented artist who loved to paint prairie landscapes and was inspired by C.M Russell. He was a great man who worked hard for his family, loved spending summers by our pool surrounded by family and friends, and later puttering around the acreage on his tractor. He was a proud Oilfield Consultant for 31 years, and upon his retirement he taught the Rig Tech Program at MHC for several years. At Calvin’s request, there will be no funeral service. There will be a family gathering and celebration of life at a future date. Calvin will be dearly missed and always in our hearts. We love you dad. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation, 200, 119 – 14th Street NW, Calgary, AB T1A 7L5 or Alberta Diabetes Foundation, 1 – 020 HRIF-East, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2E1 or the charity of one’s choice. Condolences for the family may be sent at http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Calvin Jobling. 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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CINDY CARNELLI

This past Thursday, family and many friends gathered together at River Valley Community Church to celebrate the life of Cynthia Carnelli. Flags at City Hall flew at half mast to honour the memory of a dedicated employee of this city and in recognition of the many lives she touched with her kind heart and beautiful smile.

“Now at peace,
in pain no more…
one with the Lord, forever more.”

Her Life Lived…
Her Life Cherished…
Her Life Honoured.
Courtesy of
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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JOAN ARTHUR

1928 ~ 2020

Joan Archibald Arthur (nee Peachey), passed away peacefully at her home in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, March 11, 2020, at the age of 91 years. Joan was born in 1928 in Briercrest, Saskatchewan, third daughter to Eugene and Gertrude Peachey. She grew up in the Briercrest area and often recalled fond memories of farm life and riding horses. In 1948, Joan completed normal school and taught in various schools throughout Saskatchewan and Alberta. She was married September 1950 to William ‘Bill’ Arthur and the couple moved to Edmonton the same year. In 1977, Joan and Bill left Edmonton and moved to Medicine Hat to open their auto dealership – Dunmore Honda. Joan enjoyed spending time with family and her friends. She was a wonderful host of many family occasions where one could count on favourites like, devilled eggs, flapper pie and cream puffs, to enjoy. Playing cards, doing crossword puzzles, drawing and painting were some of the things Joan liked to do. Joan had a ready smile for all she encountered and freely expressed her gratitude to those who helped her in any way. She will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved her. Joan’s memory will live on within her sons, Robert, Ken (Linda), and Hugh (Melinda); sister, Shirley Bowler and family; grandchildren, Rhyan (Darren), Adam (Jocelyn), Nigel, Nathan, Derek and Jacqueline; great-grandchildren, Dylan and Brody as well as all those who held a special place in her heart. Joan was predeceased by her husband Bill; parents, Eugene and Gertrude Peachey; sister, Marion (Bob) Smith and brother-in-law, Joe Bowler. A Private Celebration of Joan’s Life will be held. A public interment and reception will be held at a later date. As a courtesy, the Celebration of Joan's life will be Live Streamed through Cook Southland's website. Those who cannot attend but wish to be a part of the service may click on the Live Video Stream link on our homepage. (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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RICHARD HAAS

March 2, 1933 – March 13, 2020
Richard (Dick) Haas passed away peacefully at age 87 years in Athabasca, AB. Left to cherish his memory, wife Audrey, his children, Debbie (Kelly), Linda (Art), Alison (Frank).
Rest in peace Dick.

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VELMA HEEBNER

1936 ~ 2020

Velma Heebner, beloved wife of Ira, passed away at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Sunday, March 15, 2020, at the age of 83 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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