March 30, 2020

By Obituaries on March 30, 2020.

1920 ~ EILEEN ANNE VAN WINKLE ~ 2020

Eileen Anne Van Winkle will be sadly missed but forever remembered by her family and friends. She passed away on March 27th, 2020 at 100 years of age. Eileen Anne Van Winkle (nee Gulak) leaves to mourn her passing her two daughters, Lois Parmar and Pamela (Wallace) Jans; three grandsons, Ben (Emerald), Graham (Michelle) and Jordan Jans; two great-grand daughters, Lily and Zoe Jans; one sister, Elaine Rewuski; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Harry Van Winkle; her mother and father, Dmitri and Julia (Kuchrychen) Gulak; her brothers, Stephan, William (Wasyl), Carl, Walter and Orest Gulak; sister, Olga Rewuski; nephews, Brian Rewuski and Randy Gulak; and Niece, Lavina Gulak. Eileen’s unique sense of humour and her funloving ways made her many friends. Born January 7th, 1920, near Rhein, SK, she grew up working hard on the farm. She often talked about her early years and life on the farm. She met her future husband, Harry, while working at the Eatons’s Order Office in Cardston, AB. They soon moved to Medicine Hat where she spent the rest of her life. Eileen was known for her love of cooking and her wonderful meals and desserts. Every Hallowe’en her homemade popcorn balls were a huge hit with the children in her neighbourhood. She spent endless hours working in her garden and putting up the produce. Her fridge and freezer were always full of good food that she had made. She knitted and crocheted, she sewed pretty dresses for her daughters when they were young, and later she learned quilting, making many quilts which were given to family. She also loved to read and usually had a biography in her hand. Her wish was for no formal ceremony but that her family gather together for a simple remembrance of her life. In lieu of flowers, Eileen’s memory would be best honoured by a random act of kindness or a donation to the charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Eileen Van Winkle. 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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1934 ~ ELSIE (EVE) BLOWES ~ 2020

Elsie Blowes of Redcliff, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2020, at the age of 85 years, beloved wife of the late Roy Blowes. She leaves to cherish her memory three children Linda Blowes, Steve (Jane) Blowes and Kim (Ken) Dosman; her grandchildren, Randy (Nicole) and their son Liam; Tasha (Danny) and their son Wyatt; Tara (Mark) and their children Nikki and Hunter; Christina (Kent) and their children Domonic, Hailey and Avonlea; Jenifer (Adam); one brother-in-law Tony Sanderson as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Roy on October 1, 2010; her parents Elsie and Charles Twigg and by two sisters Alice and Vera. Her family would like to thank Dr. Justin Steed and the staff at Sunny South Lodge, Coaldale for the care and compassion they provided to our Mom and family. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Tuesday, March 31, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend.
Family and Friends are invited to remotely attend any public funeral service at our facility through live streaming on our Facebook page – Pattison Funeral Home and Crematorium.
Interment will follow in the Redcliff 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: Elsie Blowes, or you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence.
Due to restrictions in place regarding COVID- 19 from the Chief Medical Officer of Health – funeral services are now limited to no more than 15 attendees.
Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

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1959 ~ DARRELL BAUMGARDT ~ 2020

Darrell Baumgardt passed away on March 22nd, 2020 at the age of 60 years. He leaves behind his children, Michael Baumgardt, Kurtis Baumgardt, Dana Dmytro, Miranda Hancock and Jen Banks, as well as four siblings. He was predeceased by his parents, Norman Baumgardt and Hazel Drader; and his sons, Drew Dmytro and Travis Baumgardt. A memorial service will be arranged at a later date. 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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DON PARADIS

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Donald Christopher Paradis, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, at the age of 80 years. Left to cherish Don’s memory are his children, Patrice (Al), Denise and Les (Jamie); six grandchildren, Kaley, Tessa, Quinton, Stephanie, Brad and Sarah; brother, Ray (Millie); sister, Joyce as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Sophie and their son, Randy. Don was born on September 15, 1939, in St. Paul, AB and grew up on a farm in Foisy where he attended elementary school. He finished his schooling in Edmonton and continued his education at SAIT to become an electrician; moving to several locations wherever there would be an electrical job to do. Don married Sophie on February 27, 1960, and together they raised four wonderful children. They were living in Calgary when Don’s last electrical job brought him to Medicine Hat. He moved his family to Medicine Hat in 1973 where he built their first home. When the project was completed at Alberta Gas Chemicals, Don decided to build the family another home and he decided to take up construction full time. Don started Paradon Builders where he became a well liked and respected businessman. He continued to build homes until 2006 when he retired but he wasn’t quite ready, so he built homes for a few more years. Construction was Don’s life and he enjoyed it immensely. He made many lasting relationships over the years. Don and Sophie loved travelling and going south to Arizona and the Nevada area; especially attending the PBR in Vegas and the Laughlin River Run. Don will be forever missed! The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses of 5E of MHRH as well as St. Joseph’s Home for their wonderful care. Due to Covid 19 and the new guidelines set out by the Chief Medical Officer of Health, a Private Graveside Service will be held at Hillside Cemetery, Medicine Hat on Tuesday, March 31, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Don’s name may be made directly to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, c/o Medicine & District Health Foundation, 666 – 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 4H6. (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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