April 18, 2020
By Destinee Mattson on April 18, 2020.
1160 Obituaries 1925 ~ ANNA DIETRICH ~ 2020 Anna (Kuntz) Dietrich died peacefully at the age of 94 years on Easter Monday, April 13, 2020, at the Medicine Hat Hospital in Medicine Hat, Alberta, beloved wife of the late Steve Dietrich. She was born on December 4, 1925 at Allan, Saskatchewan. She leaves behind her beloved daughter, Alice Dietrich; her brothers, Ted Kuntz, Tom (Danelle) Kuntz, Bill (Doreen) Kuntz and half-sister Vivian (Barry) Dooley; her daughter-in-law Delores (Wist) Dietrich; grandchildren, Kelly Dietrich, Steven (Cindy) Williams, Karla (Chad) Dietrich, Melissa (Peter) Heinisch, Kendra Dietrich, Christina Williams and Kerry (Russell) Dietrich; five great grandchildren; one great great grandchild and many close friends and extended family. She is predeceased by her parents, Frank and Eugenia Kuntz; her husband of 71 years, Steve Dietrich; her son Frank; her daughter Mary Williams and son-in-law Oliver Williams. Anna was born to German settlers, Frank and Eugenia ‘Ida’ (nee Steckler) Kuntz in Allan, Saskatchewan. The family moved to Franks’ hometown, Richmound, SK by the time she was two years old. Her early years were spent working on the family farm, cooking, baking, and doing whatever chores were required. Anna went to school until Grade 8 at Haverhill School in Richmound, SK. She boarded with the Anton family in Fox Valley, SK until she completed Grade 11 and then went to the Normal School in Moose Jaw, SK to become a teacher in 1944. She started teaching in Port Reeve, SK for a short time to complete her training and was immediately posted at Keynote School, a one-room schoolhouse south of Mendham, SK, where she taught 17 students from grades 1 to 10. It was there that she met her husband Steve at a dance put on at the Dietrich farm close by and soon he asked her to marry him. In 1946 she quit teaching, was married and moved into the farmhouse on the Dietrich homestead. Steve and Anna moved from the farm into Mendham in 1952, when Frank was ready to start school. They moved into town the way only resourceful farmers do – they dismantled the family farmstead and rebuilt the house in town re-using even the shingles on the roof. At that time they served as the town’s dairy. Steve and Anna would milk the cows and their children Mary and Alice would deliver the milk to the locals. This continued until about 1964 when pasteurization was required. Family was the most important priority to Steve and Anna who put off retiring fully until they watched their grandchild graduate high school at St. Angela’s Academy in Prelate, so they could remain close by until 1995 when they left Mendham and moved to Medicine Hat, AB. When she wasn’t busy cooking, baking her signature bread or peanut butter cookies, helping on the farm in the red farm truck or on the combine, she loved to golf, curl, bowl, sing and play cards with family and friends. An impeccable cook, she could make anything from nothing – even making soup from burnt flour and water or from cooked tumbleweeds. She was known for her rice pudding with raisins and would can beef, chicken and prepare salt pork. She was an efficient and hard worker tending the garden and ensuring there was enough food canned, pickled or frozen to last the family through the winters. A devout Catholic and volunteer, she served her communities of both Mendham, SK and Medicine Hat, AB with countless hours of community service. Anna was a member of the Catholic Women’s League of Canada for over 60 years. She started as one of the founding members of St. Anthony’s Parish in Mendham, SK. She held various positions on the local council and went on to serve at the Diocesan level in Saskatchewan. She continued with her service when they retired to Medicine Hat, both at Christ the King Parish and later at Holy Family Parish. Anna leaves behind a legacy of endurance, resilience, grace, humility, love and strength. As one person noted after leaving a visit with her and Steve, “They are pure love.” She will be deeply missed. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Tuesday, April 21, 2020 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. A private family funeral mass will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) with Father Iqbal Khurshid, Celebrant and interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. Those who wish to remember Anna with a donation may do so to the charity of your choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Anna Dietrich, 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 4C21930 ~ BILL BIESTERFELDT ~ 2020 Willie ‘Bill’ Warren Lawrence Biesterfeldt passed away on Monday, April 13, 2020 at the age of 89 years, beloved husband of Violet Biesterfeldt (nee Snortland) of Medicine Hat. He also leaves to cherish his memory two sons, Terry (Vera) Biesterfeldt and their children Logan (Tashina) and Megan (Ryan); Barry (Judy) Biesterfeldt and their sons, Brent (Jordana) and Drew; one great grand daughter, Brielle; one sister, Irene (Robert) Arndt as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Lawrence and Florence Biesterfeldt; his daughter, Cindy Lou Biesterfeldt in 1971; his sisters, Dorthea (Charles), Doris (Paul), Doreen (Bill) and a baby brother that died at birth. Bill was born on the family homestead near Orion, Alberta, delivered by neighbour and country physician ‘Doc Bartlett’. It was on this farm where Bill lived most of his life within sight of the Sweet Grass Hills. At a young age Bill learned to do many things on the farm, one of those was driving a D2 Caterpillar. It was with this caterpillar that Bill built and repaired dikes, dams and dugouts, many still in use today. After meeting at a dance at the Onefour Research Station, Bill and Vi were married on June 4, 1952. They resided in the same yard, where Bill was raised, continuing to farm and raise their family. After his sons had grown, they joined Bill and Vi, expanding their operation while farming together. Following development of Manyberries Oilfield and continuing with earthmoving, Bill and his sons established “Triple B Construction,” building many dugouts, dams, dikes and well sites in the area. During the harsh winter of 1978, lineschools and roads were closed, families were snow bound for weeks. Bill and his sons assisted the county with their equipment, clearing roads for many farmers. Bill loved hunting and taking annual trips to the mountains. He also loved red and white Ford trucks, going for numerous drives to check farm crops and old country music. Except for trips to Hawaii, Alaska and numerous winters in Arizona, Bill and Vi lived in the same yard until health conditions required them to move to Medicine Hat. Bill and Vi resided at the Wellington and Bill has been at River View Care Centre for the past six years. Thank you to River View Care Centre for their care and compassion. A private interment will take place at the Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those who wish to remember Bill with a donation, may do so to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Bill Biesterfeldt, 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
CHARLES DOUGLAS McINTYRE 2009 – 2020 Charles Douglas McIntyre of Lethbridge, beloved son of Lee and Heather McIntyre, passed away suddenly on Monday, April 13, 2020 at the age of 10 years. Charles was born on July 15, 2009 in Yorkton, Saskatchewan. He lived in Yorkton, Medicine Hat and Lethbridge. Charles went to school at Coalbanks Elementary School for the past 3 years. He loved spending time with family, friends and his pets, biking, camping, boating, playing video games and watching his favorite shows and movies. Charles is survived by his parents Lee and Heather; brother Simon; grandparents Doug and Irene McIntyre, Charles and Sandra Weinhandl; great-grandparents Mildred and Lawrence Weinhandl, Gladys Zimmer (Krepakevich); Aunts and Uncles Dawn and Steven Iwaasa, Kara and Shane Dyer, Carl and Darcy Weinhandl, Amanda and Jon Carr; cousins Hailey, Andrew, Madison, Gaven, Theodore and Rayne. A Celebration of Charles’ Life will be held at a later date. Cremation entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels. Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.
JIMMY SULZ 1944 ~ 2020 Mr. Jimmy Lloyd Sulz, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Rose Marry Sulz of Medicine Hat, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Wednesday, April 15, 2020, at the age of 76 years. Jimmy was born to Frederick and Lydia Sulz on April 9, 1944, the youngest of six children in Irvine, AB. He married the love of his life, Rose Marry Weimer on January 19, 1981 in Medicine Hat. They both fondly remembered their honeymoon trip to Hawaii as well as numerous other trips together. As a young family, they enjoyed many summer vacations camping. Jimmy started work as an automotive mechanic with Gardner Motors before a life long career as a taxi driver with Deluxe Central. He loved to play cards, especially on his computer. Jimmy’s memory will be treasured in the hearts of his family; daughter, Joanne Sulz of Red Deer; grandson; Brandon Spackman (Skye Goldade) and their children, great-granddaughter, Claire Goldade- Spackman and step-great-grandson, Hudson Goldade; granddaughter, Haley (Riley)  Bourassa and their daughter, Talia Bourassa; and daughter, Darlene Sulz of Kimberly, BC., grandchildren, Cody Bignose, Tyrone Bignose and Chelsea Sulz as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He will be dearly missed by his puppy, Cookie. Jimmy was predeceased by his wife, Rose; parents, Fred and Lydia and his siblings, Anne, Alice, Rosie, Edward and Marion. A private family service will be held with Major Murray Jaster officiating followed by the interment at Hillside Cemetery. (Condolences may be expressed by http://www.cooksouth land.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”
MARGE JOHNSON March 22, 1929 ~ April 16, 2020 Marjorie Olive Johnson passed away at the Medicine Hat Hospital on Thursday, April 16, 2020, at the age of 91. Marge was one of four girls born to Alfred and Nellie Sethen of Eastend, SK. She became a teacher and taught at Luce School west of Robsart. Marge married Merl Johnson in 1949, and they farmed at Robsart until 1983, when they retired and moved to Medicine Hat. She travelled to Norway twice to visit cousins; Mom was proud of her Norwegian heritage. Marge was very involved in sports. She was a pitcher for the Robsart Ladies Softball team. She curled for many years and her team made it to the quarterfinals in Provincial playdowns. Marge was an avid golfer having played her last game only a few years ago and she was also in bowling league for many years. Marge belonged to a number of community organizations in Robsart. She started the Robsart Multiple 4-H Club which became the largest 4-H Club in Saskatchewan, being the leader for many years. She enjoyed playing cards all her life and played a couple of times a week with her lady friends right up until her passing. Marge is survived by her two sons, Dale (Sharon) and their daughter, Tiara (Dylan) all of Saskatoon; Wade (Lorraine) of Medicine Hat, their daughter, Jenelle Hofer (Phil) of Red Deer and their son, Jeffrey of Scottsdale, AZ. She is also survived by 5 great-grandchildren who were the love of her life: Jenelle’s sons, Espyn, Elliott and daughter, Danika; Tiara’s daughter, Theda and son, Luca. Marge was predeceased by her parents, husband and 3 sisters. A Private family interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery with a Celebration of her life to be held at a future date; details to be published once available. (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”
ROBERT DOUGLAS (DOUG) MILNE 1954 ~ 2020 Doug Milne passed away in Medicine Hat on Sunday, April 5, 2020, at the age of 65 years. He is survived by his sons; Robert Clouatre (Melanie Fortier) and David Clouatre (Sophie Moignon) and their families all of Quebec. Doug is also survived by a brother, Lee Milne; sisters, Mary Jean Milne and Anne (Rob) Pomreinke as well as two nephews, Derek Pomreinke (Liane Choo) and Clayton (Leya) Pomreinke. He was predeceased by his parents, Roy and Edith Milne (nee Minor); one brother, Minor Milne as well as a sister, Katherine Milne. A private family interment will take place at a future date. (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”
WERNER HANS JASTRAU 1939 ~ 2020 Mr. Werner Hans ‘Vern’ Jastrau, beloved husband of Alwine, passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Hospital on Tuesday, April 14, 2020, at the age of 81 years. Along with Alwine, Vern’s memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends. In honour of his wishes, Vern’s memory will be cherished without the proceedings of a formal service. Donations in memory of Vern may be made to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre. Please ensure all donations are made payable to the Medicine Hat and District Health Foundation, 666 – 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, 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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