September 23, 2020

By Obituaries on September 23, 2020.

1943 ~ CAROLINE MILLER ~ 2020

Caroline “Carol” Susan Miller of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Donald Miller, passed away on Monday, September 21st, 2020 at the age of 77 years. Carol leaves to cherish her memory her children, Chris, Alan, Donna (Bill) Gray, Clinton (Darlene) and Gary (Kim); 10 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren; three sisters; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Carol was predeceased by her husband, Don; parents; and son, Rick. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE Medicine Hat, AB, on Friday, September 25th, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Shane Hein officiating. Due to current Covid-19 restrictions attendance will be limited to 100 people in the chapel including staff and clergy. As a courtesy, the service will be live-streamed and is available for viewing at http://www.saamis.com. Interment will follow in the family plot SAAMIS PRAIRIE VIEW CEMETERY. Memorial gifts in Carol’s memory may be made to the Canadian Liver Foundation, 1010 1 Ave NE #309, Calgary, AB T2E 7W7. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Carol Miller. 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.

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BLANCHE ORMISTON

1919 – 2020

Blanche Florence Ormiston, a long-time resident of AgeCare Valleyview in Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 21, 2020, at the remarkable age of 101 years. Blanche was predeceased by her first husband, Maurice Richards and most recently her second husband, Gordon Ormiston in 2017. She was also predeceased by her son, Aubrey; daughter, Cecilia; granddaughter, Maelinda Richards; brothers, Bill, Victor, Maurice, George and Ronald; sisters, Elva, Kathleen, Mable, Marie and Maude all from Nova Scotia. Blanche leaves to cherish her memory: children, Joe Walsh, Pat Miller, Bert Richards, Charlie Richards and Dave Richards; sister, Isabel; grandchildren, Wilena Eggen, Joann Patterson, Sherri Walsh, Stephen and Ron Miller, Karen Buroker, Jim, Clinton, Bryan and Betty Anne Richards, Helen, William and Charles Richards and Shawna Huxted; great-grandchildren, Nicole and Matthew Eggen, Mason and Megan Barrett, Jessie and Jasmine Miller, Michael, Shelby and Benjamin Buroker, Samantha, Trista and Parker Richards, Sarah and Carlton Richards, Kegan and Landin Richards, Wyatt and Ryder Halyung, Tiffany Richards, Jessica Norris and Mellina, Mathew and William Huxted; two great-great-grandsons, Alaric Norris and Liam Miller and four great-great-granddaughters, Molly and Rylynn Richards as well as Elania and Naiomi Taylor. Blanche was born in Tangier, Nova Scotia on February 9, 1919, to James Patrick Walsh and Jessie Catherine Monk. She had a love for fishing, clam digging on the eastern shore of Nova Scotia and she also loved a good feed of lobster. Blanche took joy in helping others, especially her grandchildren and people from within her community. She met many people through her work at the 1 & 21 Café north of Maple Creek, SK., and she will be dearly missed. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so starting one hour prior to the celebration of Blanche’s life which will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, September 25, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. Anyone wishing to experience the chapel service via the live stream is encouraged to visit http://www.cooksouthland.com and click the video stream button on the homepage at service time. A time of fellowship will follow immediately after the chapel service in the Cook Southland Reception Facility with interment set to take place later in the day at 3:30 p.m. at the Consul Cemetery in Consul, Saskatchewan. (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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NINA RATH

Murray Jaster serenaded all those in attendance at the graveside service this past Friday honouring the beautiful life of Nina Rath. Her precious memories of love and friendship will be forever treasured.

Remember the best times,
the laughter, the song,
The good life I lived
while I was strong.

Her Life Lived…
Her Life Cherished…
Her Life Honoured.
Courtesy of

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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RANDALL KNIGHT

August 4, 1970 – September 14, 2020
Randall Murray Knight has left his family after 38 years of struggles with mental illness. He is survived by his parents, Murray and Renee Knight; siblings, Shelley Rolfe (Kirk), Jason Knight (Kerry); and his cherished nieces and nephew, Maranda Rolfe (Kelvin), Megan Rolfe, Morgan Rolfe, Kade Knight, and Kennedi Knight. He was very proud of his nieces and nephew. His furry children, Loki, Freya, and Balder, remain as part of the family in good hands. Many thanks to the extended family and close friends that played a large role in all stages of his life. Randy graduated from the University of Alberta with a degree in Education and Criminology. His passion for instilling life lessons was facilitated by his position as an Educator in the Edmonton area and, most recently, over the last 10 years, in Medicine Hat. His greatest impact on the students was through ensuring that all had a sense of belonging to the school community. Randy empowered others to always be the best they could be. He was an active member of the school community through volunteering for school trips, coaching badminton, building projects in his CTS class to support other student groups, and starting a food pantry to ensure students were ready for learning. He was a craftsman working with his hands to build furniture, decks, sheds, and homes. As a self-taught handyman, he was able see the greater picture and bring to life his vivid ideas. The immense creativity he had emerged as homemade games to enhance learning and challenge strategic play. Randy had a huge, giving heart that allowed him to always see the potential in people and putting them before himself. He had an infectious smile that quickly spread, spanning ear to ear. He will be greatly missed as a son, brother, uncle, teacher, and friend. If desired, Randy’s legacy of caring and creating positive impact can be carried on through donations to the Kids Help Phone, 300 – 439 University Ave, Toronto, ON M5G 1Y8 or to the Prince Albert SPCA, 1125 N Industrial Dr, Prince Albert, SK S6V 6J9. A family fellowship will be held at a later date. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Randy Knight. 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.

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