June 24, 2020
By Obituaries on June 24, 2020.
1935 ~ OLGA SOMMERFELD ~ 2020 It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of Olga Sommerfeld of Medicine Hat, AB on Friday, June 19, 2020 at the age of 84 years after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.A celebration of Olga’s life was held yesterday at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolenses@saamis.com subject heading Olga Sommerfeld. 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.
1961 – PHYLLIS McKENZIE – 2020 Phyllis Irene Theresa McKenzie of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at the age of 58 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Phyllis McKenzie, 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
ACKER, Elaine Joyce May 5, 1956 – June 15, 2020
Elaine Joyce Acker passed away on June 15, 2020. She was born on May 5, 1956 in Calgary, AB. She spent a good portion of her adult life in Medicine Hat, AB and considered this city her home, where her heart was. She was a beautiful, passionate and free spirited soul. If she wasn’t singing, she was humming. She loved music, with Joni Mitchell and Van Morrison being her absolute favorite. CKUA radio was always on in her car. Her smile was infectious, it would light up rooms when she entered. She was so kind. She never judged a single soul. She accepted and loved everybody and always wanted to make everyone around her feel loved and accepted. She just loved loving. She had two children; a son and daughter and absolutely loved being a mom. Her daughter Sari (Sarah) was her everything. She has four grandchildren who have now gained a guardian angel in heaven. She was very close with her parents and loved her brother, sister, nieces and nephews very much. They were a very close family. Card games with her parents was an almost daily activity when they were together. Baking with her mom, especially at Christmas time, was one of her favorite things to do. Sadly, in 2015 she was diagnosed with dementia. The family is very happy her struggles with addiction and dementia are now over. She is at peace now and will always be remembered and deeply loved by many. Photos, memories and condolences may be shared with Elaine’s family through http://www.evanjstrong.com
CAROL ANN FODE July 31, 1946 – June 20, 2020
She was predeceased by her parents, Ronald and Gladys Hinchliff; her brother Ron and sister-in-law, Anne. Carol loved playing baseball, camping with the girls, horseback riding and working. But her main goal was to beat you at a game of cards or backgammon then cackle as only Carol could do. She leaves her sister and friends to remember the good times. At her request there will be no funeral because we all know how she hated crowds! To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Carol Fode, 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
CLAUDETTE MARKUSSON 1977 ~ 2020
While in the comfort of her home and surrounded by family, Claudette Monique Markusson (nee Cheret) beloved wife of Jeffrey John Markusson and mother to Ben (13), Hannah (11) and Everleigh (9), peacefully passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2020, at the age of 43 years. Along with Jeff and their children, left to cherish Claudette’s memory is her brother, JP (Bernadette) Cheret and their children, Wayland and Madison; grandmother, Leona Cheret-Paprocky; Jeff’s parents, Glen (Linda) Markusson; sisters-in-law, Connie Kentz (Craig, Brooke, Bailey) and Paula (Lee) Smith (Jenna, Gavin, Samantha). Claudette was born and raised in Medicine Hat. She graduated from Medicine Hat High School and furthered her education at the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Education degree. Claudette married Jeff on August 7, 1999, in Medicine Hat where they settled and raised their family. Claudette loved playing basketball and soccer and excelled in both growing up. She eventually became a very vocal supporter of her kids’ sporting events. Being a mom to her three beloved children brought the most joy to Claudette; they were her pride and joy. She is lovingly remembered by family, friends and all those whose lives she touched by her kindness and caring nature, especially by her infectious laugh. By invitation, the family will celebrate Claudette’s life with a Private Funeral Service at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Thursday June 25, 2020, with Pastor Mike Landry officiating. If friends so desire memorial tributes in Claudette’s name may be made directly to Life Discipleship Ministries, 34 Hudson Crescent N.E., Medicine Hat, AB. T1C 1Z6. Email: lifediscipleship@shaw.ca (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cook southland.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”
JOHN DOWLER 1935 ~ 2020
It is with heavy hearts that the family of William John Dowler, beloved husband of Maureen Dowler, announce his passing at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Monday, June 22, 2020, at the age of 84 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced upon completion. (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”
MARTIN PRINS 1932 ~ 2020
Mr. Martin Prins, beloved husband of Mrs. Netty Prins, passed away at the Good Samaritan Society in Medicine Hat on Tuesday, June 23, 2020, at the age of 88 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”
YVONNE NEWMAN 1932 ~ 2020
Yvonne Newman of Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Sunday, June 21, 2020, at the age of 87 years. Yvonne leaves to cherish her memory her three children and their families: Gary (June) Burns and their children, Rachel, Jordan and Aaron; Randy Burns (Brenda) and his children, Jeremy, Nikki and Dan; Sandy Brookes (Len) and her children, Jolyn, Jared and Brady; siblings, Len (Carol) and Steve (Annabel); sister-in-law, Snookie; nieces and nephews, Leslie, Denise, Sean, Jennifer, Joelle and Stephanie; step-children, Cindy (Bill) Savage, Brian (Judy) Newman, Lorne (Sherry) Newman and their families. Also remembering Yvonne are a large circle of extended family and friends. Yvonne was predeceased by her parents, Les and Hilda Welling; son, Murray; first husband, Ray Burns, second husband, Glen Newman; brother, Jeff, sister, Sandy and sister-in-law, Sharon. Born and raised in Medicine Hat, Yvonne worked as a secretary with the CPR, the Medicine Hat College and as a legal secretary. Along with being a loving homemaker, she was also active in the community serving on the board of Westminster United Church and was a driving force behind the CPR curling club. Yvonne was dedicated to her family life and very fond of large family gatherings. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street SW, Medicine Hat on Tuesday, June 23, 2020, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and again one hour prior to the service, 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. The Graveside Service will be held at Hillside Cemetery on Wednesday, June 24, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend David Pollard officiating. The procession to Hillside Cemetery will depart from Cook Southland at 10:50 a.m. Due to restrictions in place regarding COVID – 19 from the Chief Medical Officer of Health – funeral services are now limited to no more than 100 attendees including family and funeral home staff. (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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