May 28, 2020
By Obituaries on May 28, 2020.
1929 ~ VICTORIA STASIENKO ~ 2020
Victoria Stasienko of Medicine Hat passed away on Monday, May 25, 2020 at the age of 90 years, beloved wife of the late Michael Stasienko who left her side in 1999. Victoria was born in Semenow, Poland on August 29, 1929. She leaves to cherish her memory her three children, John (Kathy) Stasienko of Medicine Hat and their daughters, Sydney and Lauren, Mary (Jeff) Davis of Calgary, Margaret (Mike) Thomson of Medicine Hat and their sons, Tyson and Cameron. She was predeceased by her parents, Teofila and Jan Gorzanska; by her husband, Mike on November 13, 1999; three brothers and two sisters. Victoria immigrated to Canada in 1958 to marry Michael in Medicine Hat. She will be remembered for her dedication to her family, always putting them ahead of herself. She took great pride in caring for her family as well as her love of gardening and cooking and was well known for her famous perogies. When you came for a visit to Victoria’s home you never left hungry and always left with a full heart and a big smile. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her as her generosity touched many lives. We would like to thank Dr. Tony Jeraj, her long time doctor and Dr. Segio Ciubotara who looked after her during the last two years. We would also like to express a special thank you to all staff at River Ridge who lovingly cared for our dear mother. The quality of care provided was exceptional. We can’t commend enough gratitude we feel towards this wonderful facility. God bless you all. A private family graveside service will be held in the Hillside Cemetery with Father Iqbal Khurshid officiating. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Victoria Stasienko, or you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence.
Do not ask me to remember
Don’t try to make me understand.
Let me rest and know you’re with me
Kiss my cheek and hold my hand
I’m confused beyond your concept
I’m sad and sick and lost
All I know is that I need you
To be with me at all cost
Do not lose your patience with me
Do not scold or curse or cry
I can’t help the way I’m acting
I can’t be different though I try
Just remember that I need you
That the best of me is gone
Please don’t fail to stand beside me
Love me till my life is gone
Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2
1933 ~ SIMON SCHMALTZ ~ 2020
Simon Schmaltz passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2020 at the age of 87 years, beloved husband of Dianne Irene Schmaltz of Medicine Hat. The funeral mass for invited family will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Saturday, May 30, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. with Fr. Vijaya Bathineni officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. Due to restrictions in place regarding COVID-19 from the Chief Medical Officer of Health – funeral services are now limited to no more than 50 attendees including family. Family and friends are invited to remotely attend the funeral mass through live streaming on our Facebook page – Pattison Funeral Home and Crematorium. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. Those who wish to remember Simon with a donation, may do so to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or The Kidney Foundation of Canada. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Simon Schmaltz, 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
1936 ~ SHIRLEY ALBRECHT ~ 2020
Shirley Rose Albrecht passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2020 at the age of 83 years, beloved wife of Ernest Albrecht of Medicine Hat. She also leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Kim (Dale) Mendryk of James River Bridge, Alberta; two grandchildren, Courtney Mendryk (Cam Fox) and Shae-Lynn Mendryk (Carter Patey); her great grandchild, Holden; Lola’s children, Tom (Linda) Coffey, Janice (Danny) Holmedal and Russ (Kelly) Coffey; brother-in-law, Marvin (Alvena) Albrecht; two sisters- in-law, Shirley Albrecht and Eleanor Albrecht as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Thomas and Ruby Hulme; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Carl and Christina Albrecht; her sister, Lola (Frank) Coffey and their son, Chuck; her sister-in-law, Esther (Richard) Eisenbarth; three brothers-in-law, Carl Albrecht, Edwin (Violet) Albrecht and Clarence Albrecht. Shirley was a vibrant and loved member of countless communities; Saint Barnabas Anglican Church where she served on the altar guild, was the secretary for years, and volunteered at teas and services, her line-dancing gals, her summer golf girls, Medalta Pottery advocates, and many more. Shirley was well known for the hours she spent in her garden, her beautifully painted rocks, and her contagious smile she shared with all her neighbors, family and friends. She will forever be celebrated and remembered for these same special memories. Shirley’s grandchildren, Courtney and Shae, and her first great grandson Holden, have always and will continue to hold a special place in her heart. The family would like to sincerely thank the first responders, friends and neighbors that went above and beyond, provided a sympathetic ear or shoulder to cry on, and supported us in our time of need. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Friday, May 29, 2020 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Due to restrictions in place regarding COVID-19 from the Chief Medical Officer of Health, a private funeral service for invited family will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, May 30, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. with The Rev. Dr. Oz Lorentzen officiating. Family and friends are invited to remotely attend the funeral service through live streaming on our Facebook page – Pattison Funeral Home and Crematorium. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. Those who wish to remember Shirley with a donation may do so to the organization of your choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Shirley Albrecht, 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
1939 ~ JEAN OLSON ~ 2020
Jean Elise Olson of Bow Island passed away on Thursday, May 21st, 2020 at the age of 80 years The Funeral service was held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Tuesday, May 26th, 2020. A private family interment took place yesterday at Bow Island Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Jean's memory may be made to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation, 200, 119 – 14th Street NW, Calgary, AB T1A 7L5. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Jean Olson. 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.
C. LENORE BIDDELL
July 26, 1923 – May 15, 2020
The family of Constance Lenore Alvina Biddell are sad to announce her passing on Friday, May 15, 2020 at Medicine Hat Regional Hospital at the age of 96.
Lenore leaves to cherish her memory one son, Paul Biddell, six granddaughters, one grandson and numerous great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and extended family.
She experienced times of sadness at the passing of her parents Samuel and Lillie (Ruby) Nesbitt, her husband, FH (Bud) Biddell, brother John (Jack) Nesbitt and her daughter Lynne Norrena who was very special to her and she missed dearly.
Gram had a long, full and happy life as the wife of an RCAF pilot and as a career woman working for many years at Rexall Pharmacy in Ottawa. She was a vibrant woman who loved to travel and kept her eyes open for new experiences. This was demonstrated in her willingness to move from Ottawa to Medicine Hat in her 80Â’s. She packed the things most important to her and flew across the country for a new adventure. Once in Medicine Hat, she comfortably settled into PaulÂ’s home where she stayed, with him by her side, until her passing. He made sure that in her later years she was surrounded by love and family, joined regularly by her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She also had a special feline friend, Harriett, who passed her days warming GramÂ’s lap and often amusing her.
A private celebration of life will take place with the family at a later date.
