April 24, 2020

By Obituaries on April 24, 2020.

EVELYN PEARS

1937 ~ 2020

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Evelyn Pears, beloved wife of Fred Pears. Evelyn peacefully passed while in the comfort of her home on Sunday, April 19, 2020, at the age of 83 years. Besides her husband, Fred, she leaves to cherish her memory her children, Dan Pears, Cathy (Dan) West and Terry (Debbie) Pears; seven grandchildren; numerous great- grandchildren; sister, Doreen and brother, Gordon. Evelyn was predeceased by her father, Clarence; mother, Marvel; sisters, Yvonne, Jean, Bernice and Audrey; brothers, Allan and Kenny. Evelyn was born April 14, 1937 in Stonewall, Manitoba where she was raised and eventually met Fred. They moved to Winnipeg to start a life together, then Calgary and eventually Medicine Hat. Revelations 21:4 states, “He will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be any more. The former things have passed away.” We hold out for the hope that we will one day see mom again to hold her hand and laugh with her. Until then we will miss her dearly. Evelyn’s life will be honoured and remembered with a time of visitation for family without the proceedings of a formal funeral service. Columbarium placement will take place at Hillside Cemetery. (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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JOHN KOSIK

July 4, 1930 ~ April 22, 2020

John Kosik, beloved husband of the late Alice Kosik, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, April 22, 2020, at the age of 89 years. John was born July 4, 1930, in Abbey, Saskatchewan to Kalistrat and Kataryna Kosik. At the early age of 6, John contracted whooping cough and from that time on he suffered with chronic bronchitis and was never without a handkerchief, but it never stopped him from doing things. As a result of this, he had part of his lung removed in 1962. In spite of all of this, he participated in many sports and enjoyed the outdoors. The family moved to Medicine Hat when John was 10 years old. After high school, John went to work on the CPR for 11 years as a steam locomotive fireman. When the railway moved from steam engines to diesel his job ceased. He then went to work for the Royal Bank of Canada in Medicine Hat for 11 years. After that time, he decided to change careers and moved to real estate for 20 years before retiring. He was honoured to have assisted so many people in the Medicine Hat area to sell or purchase their homes. John loved golf! Over the course of his playing time, John was instrumental in helping to start the Police Point Golf League along with various tournaments. What John really enjoyed the most, was camping and fishing with Alice, son, Kim and friends. John learned his fly tying skills from Walter Lawson and the two of them subsequently taught the art and science of fly tying to many others. He loved sharing this passion and seeing the excitement of a student tying their first successful fly. John was also fortunate to have had many years of salmon fishing with his brother, Harry on Vancouver Island; he loved taking his salmon home and sharing them with his friends. John and Alice loved to gather with family and friends whether it was simply for a game of cards, a great meal together or out at a campsite…. and did they ever enjoy their cards! The games would go on for hours with much laughter and fun. John had great pride in his yard and put a lot of love in tending to the flowers and shrubs in it. Everyone admired all the different varieties of flowers he grew in his backyard and he was a great source of inspiration to other gardeners. He was so looking forward to the coming spring and seeing the tulips and daffodils popping out of the ground. John will be deeply missed by his many nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by his wife, Alice and his son, Kim along with his mother, father and brother, Harry. The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the doctors and nurses of the Medicine Hat Health system along with the care providers who assisted John in his last days. We would also like to express our gratitude to John’s dear neighbours and friends who took such good care of him. John’s life will be silently remembered without the proceedings of a formal funeral service. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouth land.com) For those wishing to make a memorial donation in John’s name during this Covid-19 pandemic, the family would like to encourage everyone to give to a charity of their choice that affects those living in Medicine Hat. John loved his city. 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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KENNETH DRYSDALE

1956 ~ 2020

The family of Kenneth Sanford Drysdale is sad to announce his passing in Medicine Hat on Friday, April 17, 2020, at the age of 63 years. Ken’s life will be silently remembered by his family and friends without the proceedings of a formal service. (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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MARGARET CLEMENTI

October 9, 1927 ~ April 20, 2020

Margaret Victoria Clementi, wife of the late Dr. Ken Clementi, passed away peacefully in Medicine Hat on Monday, April 20, 2020, at the age of 92. Margaret was born on October 9, 1927, in Antigua, Caribbean to Ernest and Irene Frederick. Margaret was predeceased by her husband, her parents and her sister, Josephine Liddelow of England. She was a very dedicated and passionate woman throughout her life, especially in the areas of health and education to the community. Coming from a humble home, Margaret worked exceptionally hard to earn high grades and scholarships, ultimately becoming a registered nurse. This pursuit for higher learning extended well into her career in the medical field around the world in various capacities including working with the United Nations Inoculation programs. Margaret was a very active reader and lifelong learner. She and her husband owned hundreds and hundreds of books in their own private library which she absolutely loved. She truly enjoyed sitting down for a visit and having a good intellectual conversation. Margaret was a phenomenal baker and had a green thumb which resulted in bountiful vegetable and flower gardens. She was very dedicated to the support of children’s charities. The three that were very important to her and will be Margaret’s lasting legacy are Leprosy Mission Canada, Operation Eyesight Canada and Operation Smile Canada Foundation. Margaret will be so very much missed by all those who knew her. She had a very kind soul and an absolutely infectious giggle. She touched so many hearts without even knowing it. Margaret’s life will be honoured and her memory cherished without the proceedings of a formal service. (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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NORM McLEOD

1931 – 2020

Norman ‘Norm’ Francis McLeod passed away in Medicine Hat on Tuesday, April 21, 2020. Norm was born in Medicine Hat on August 30, 1931, where he was raised and educated. In 1957, Norm joined and became a proud member of the Medicine Hat Police Department. He rose through the ranks to become Chief of Police in 1984. Shortly after Norm retired in 1986, he began a long, arduous and courageous battle with Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD). Norm was a kind and jovial person who loved his family and his community. He loved playing the ‘pipes’ and for several years prior to his illness, he was an active member of the Medicine Hat Scottish Pipe Band. Norm was also a longtime member of the Masonic Lodge, Shrine Club and the Senior Citizens Advisory Committee. While a member of the Shrine Club, Norm joined the Shrine Band and enjoyed participating, for several years, in many parades (locally and district), including the Medicine Hat Stampede Parade. Along with his beloved and devoted wife of 64 years, Shirley, Norm is survived by their three sons, Grant (Sherrie), Colin (Cindy) and David; six grandchildren, Jonathon, Jeffrey, Michael, Sandra Lynn, Amber and Leo; ten great-grandchildren, five nieces; one nephew and two sisters-in-law. Norm was predeceased by his parents, John ‘Scotty’ and Rowena McLeod; son, Ross; three brothers, Ken, Jim and Bill ‘Danny’; two sisters-in-law; one nephew; one niece as well as one great nephew. Many thanks to Dr. Ciubotaru and the nursing staff of River Ridge Senior’s Village for the excellent care given to Norm over the many years. A memorial celebration will be arranged for at a later date. If friends so desire, memorial donations in Norm’s name may be made directly to the Al Azhar Shriner’s Hospital Patient Transportation Fund, 5225-101Street NW., Calgary, AB., T3L 1S4. (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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WHITESIDE, Frederick “Fred” Joseph

August 31, 1940 – April 18, 2020

It is with great sadness that our family announces the sudden passing of Fred Joseph Whiteside. Fred passed away with complications due to Parkinson’s on April 18, 2020 at the Calgary South Health Campus Hospital at the age of 79. He is survived by his loving wife Maryann and his three children Shelly, Blaine (Cathy), Brent (Robin), his 6 grandchildren and 1st great grandchild.
Fred will be remembered for his love and devotion to his family, colleagues, & many lifelong friends. His infectious and witty sense of humor was loved by many whom had been in his presence.
Fred had a passion over the years watching his family grow up being very active in many sporting activities, seeing the inside of many ice rinks in western Canada! Some of Fred’s other areas of passion were snowmobiling, boating, & combining which always involved many gathering of family and friends.
One of Fred’s strongest personal passions was being around his home where he had a love for working and fixing things around his home and acreage, everything he touched was meticulously cared for.
He was a friend and mentor to many those who he worked with in his 45 year career in the oilfield. He developed many lifelong friends through these years which were some of his fondest memories.
Fred was a committed and devoted family man. He loved to visit and reminisce about the old days. Fred leaves us all with lasting memories that will follow us into eternity. Can’t wait till we meet again, Love you more than you will ever know. Rest in Peace Fred you will be greatly missed!
A celebration of life will be held at a later date, & if friends or family so desire donations in memory of Fred can be made to the Parkinson’s Association of Alberta.
To email condolences please visit http://www.snodgrassfuneralhomes.com
Arrangements in Care of Snodgrass Funeral Home Okotoks 403-938-3111.

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