July 10, 2020

By Obituaries on July 10, 2020.

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1925 ~ BERYL COWAN ~ 2020

Beryl Cowan (nee Swingle) passed away in her sleep at age 95, on July 7th, 2020. She was predeceased by her late husband, Dr. Murray Cowan, 26 years ago. Left to cherish her memory are her four children, Brent (Dee) Cowan, Susan (Larry) Stoller, Laurie (Reg) Hashizume, and Brenda (Dave) DeGagne; as well as 7 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. She lived her life with dignity and poise and was a willing spirit right to the end. She loved new adventures including her many trips to Maui where she enjoyed snorkeling and scuba diving – always on the lookout for turtles. We all hope she has found a never-ending game of bridge wherever she is, and wish her good tablemates and an even better hand. The family would like to thank Dr. Mastel for his years of care, and all the staff at Masterpiece Southland Meadows, for allowing her to live her final years independently and with grace. No services will be held, per her request. If friends so desire, please direct any donation to a charity of your choice Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Beryl Cowan. 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.

1930 ~ SHIRLEY KRIWOKON ~ 2020

Shirley Anne Kriwokon of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of Walter Kriwokon, passed away on Monday, July 6th, 2020 at the age of 90 years. Shirley leaves to cherish her memory her husband of 69 years, Walter; sons, Randall Kriwokon and Bradley Kriwokon; daughter, Cheryl Gebhardt; 12 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; sister, Wilda Price; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Shirley was predeceased by her parents, Benjamin and Opal Schmidt; brother, Arnold “Bud” Schmidt; sister, Norma Dewald; and granddaughter, Valerie. Shirley was born on April 23rd, 1930 in Bracken, SK. Shirley met the love of her life, Walter, and they were married on July 6th, 1951. Shirley lived her life with grace and a big heart, demonstrating love and acceptance for all. She was an avid bowler and baker. She loved her church and her family and was one of the kindest and friendliest women one could ever hope to meet. Shirley will be deeply missed by all those who knew and loved her. Due to current Covid-19 restrictions a private funeral service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5, on Friday, July 10th, 2020 at 3:00 pm with Reverend Dr. Nancy Cocks officiating. Interment will follow at SAAMIS PRAIRIE VIEW CEMETERY. The service will be live streamed through the Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel’s website at http://www.saamis.com. Memorial gifts in Shirley’s memory may be made to the Alberta Diabetes Foundation, 1 – 020 HRIF-East, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2E1, the Alzheimer Society, 201, 770 – 6th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4J6, or to St. John’s Presbyterian Church, 504 2 St SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 0C6. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Shirley Kriwokon. 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.

1936 ~ ROBERT MacKENZIE ~ 2020

Robert "Bob" Clarke MacKenzie of Medicine Hat passed away on Monday, July 6, 2020 at the age of 84 years. He leaves to cherish his memory his two children, Bob MacKenzie (Lee Robins) and Angel Reinhardt (Pete Graveline) and their mother Gladys MacKenzie; two grandchildren, Amber and Chad Klaudt. He was predeceased by his parents, Colin and Gladys MacKenzie. Bob worked his entire career in the oil patch, where he met many people and enjoyed many friendships. He loved playing golf his whole life and in his younger years he liked to fish and play ball. A private family graveside service will take place at Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those who wish to remember Bob may do so to A.J.’s Loan Cupboard (Alan Joys Memorial Fund Society) Box 45006, McKenzie Postal Outlet, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 7H3 or Canadian Cancer Society. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Bob MacKenzie, 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

1949 ~ COLIN HYDE ~ 2020

Colin Michael Hyde passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at the age of 70 years, beloved husband of Anita Hyde of Medicine Hat. He also leaves to cherish his memory one son Troy Hyde of Calgary. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Colin Hyde, 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

GERALD KETTNER

1930 ~ 2020

It is with great sadness that the family of Gerald Arthur Kettner announce his passing on Monday, July 6, 2020, at the Good Samaritan Society in Medicine Hat. Gerry was born on October 16, 1930, in Gull Lake, SK., and raised on the farm South of Gull Lake. He attended elementary school in String Butte and high school in Gull Lake. He married the love of his life and the mother of his children, Marian Doris Benjamin on August 25, 1951. Following their marriage, Gerry worked as a manager for Revelstoke Lumber until 1963, when he moved his family to the Benjamin farmstead North of Antelope, SK. There he ran the mixed farming operation as well as worked as an operator / forman for Mobil Oil. One of Gerry’s greatest achievements was assisting with the design and building of the Battrum Battery 21 Facility. Following his retirement in 1992, Gerry moved to Medicine Hat where he resided until his passing. He was a very hard working man, meticulous and organized throughout his life. In his younger years, Gerry participated in track and field, baseball, hockey and in his adult years curling. In his retirement years, he excelled at electronics and learned how to efficiently use a computer. Gerry’s memory will be forever treasured in the hearts of his special friend, June Thompson; children, Darryl (Joyce) Kettner, Kathi (Cam) Rutledge, Stephen (Kerry) Kettner, Kimberly (Troy) Todd; 10 grand-children and five great- grandchildren; his brothers, Leonard (Myrtle) Kettner and Darcy (Sandy) Kettner as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was pre-deceased by his wife, Marian in 1977; parents, Art and Dela Kettner; sister, Elaine Lowe and brothers, Glen and Don. A Celebration of Gerry’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Thursday, July 16, 2020, at 11:00 a.m., with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. Due to restrictions in place with regards to 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. A private family reception will follow. Interment will take place at the Memory Gardens in Swift Current, SK. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Gerry’s name may be made directly to the Good Samaritans Society, 550 Spruce Way S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1B 4P1. (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"

ROY JAMES BECKER

June 25, 1948 ~ July 7, 2020

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Roy James Becker sadly announce his passing at the Health Centre in Bow Island on Tuesday, July 7, 2020, at the age of 72 years. Along with his loving wife Linda, left to cherish Roy’s memory are his two sons, Leroy (Neilly) and Darren; four grandchildren, Jordyn (Ben), Brooklynn, Haidyn and Quyn as well as his only sister, Gladys. As per Roy’s wishes, his life will be honoured and his memory cherished without the proceedings of a formal service. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) Anyone wishing to remember Roy may do so through a donation to the Bow Island & District Health Foundation (Hospital Side), Bag 3990, Bow Island, Alberta, T0K 0G0. 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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