October 15, 2020

By Obituaries on October 15, 2020.

1948 – BRENDA ST. PIERRE – 2020

Brenda St. Pierre passed away on Monday, October 12, 2020 at the age of 72 years, beloved wife of Dave St. Pierre of Redcliff. She also leaves to cherish her memory two sons, Aaron St. Pierre (Melissa Golby) and Matthew (Jessica) St. Pierre. The funeral service will be held in First Assembly of God Church (395 – 9th Street S.E.) on Saturday, October 24, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Lyle Berg officiating.
Live streaming will be available. Details will follow in the future obituary announcement.
Those who wish to remember Brenda with a donation may direct it to the Women’s Shelter, Box 2500, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8G8. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneral home.com subject heading: Brenda St. Pierre, or you may visit http://www.pattison funeralhome.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

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1963 ~ DENYSE ABERLE ~ 2020

Denyse Leah Aberle of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of Tracy Aberle for 21 years, passed away on Monday, October 5th, 2020 at the age of 57 years. Denyse leaves to cherish her memory her children, Leah Schneider (Tommy DeBakker) of Okotoks, AB, and Brenda Schneider (Cory Ror) also of Okotoks AB; grandchildren, Adrianna Schneider, and Nathan Schneider-Ror, siblings, Carolle (Keith) Newman of Lethbridge, AB, Lewis George of Christina Lake, BC, Shanlee Mowatt (Rob) of Medicine Hat, AB, Dale Viscount of Vancouver, BC, Daryl (Heidi) Viscount of Brampton, ON, Darlene (Dan) Marsh of Chilliwack, BC, and Darren (Joyce) Viscount of Sherwood Park, AB; her dog, Genie; as well as many numerous nieces and nephews. Denyse was predeceased by her parents, Cliffton and Patricia George. Denyse was born in Edmonton, AB on April 3, 1963, and in her early years, moved to Medicine Hat. She graduated from McCoy High School. Denyse loved to give back to her community and in recent years spent many hours volunteering for various organizations including; the Canada Day Society, Salvation Army, Top Hat Bingo, The Food Bank, and the Wellington Retirement Home. Due to COVID related restrictions A Come & Go Celebration of Denyse’s Life will take place on Saturday, October 16th, 2020 at Saamis Creekside Centre, #11 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Denyse Aberle. 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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EMILY KESSLER

October 29, 1931 ~ September 3, 2020

Emily Kessler, beloved wife of the late Edward Kessler, passed away peacefully at the Good Samaritan Society in Medicine Hat on Thursday, September 3, 2020, at the age of 88 years. She leaves to cherish her memory, her children Peggy Anderson and Alan (Cheryl) Kessler. She was loved dearly by her six grandchildren: Kelsey (Jessica) Anderson, Haley (Tyler) Debnam, Lindsey (Lorin) Kessler, Brennan Kessler (Ashley Radke), Logan (Jacey) Kessler and Jenae (Mitch) Berg. Her memory will be carried on by her 11 great-grandchildren: Emily and Isla Debnam, Amelianna, Benjamin and Joshua Anderson, Taylor and Mila Kessler, Memphis and Copelan Berg as well as Journey and Jersey Kessler. Emily was predeceased by her parents, Tony and Frances Schlosser as well as her siblings, Bill and Irma Schlosser. In 1931, Emily was born on a farm in Fox Valley. At the age of 18, she moved to Swift Current to pursue a career in health care. It was here that she found her love of baseball and joined her first softball team. Moving to Medicine Hat, she found her first job as a nurses’ aide at MacCharles Hospital. At 21, she married the love of her life, Edward Kessler. In 1958, she began her career of 31 years with Domglas and retired at the age of 57. Edward and Emily traveled all over North America in their trusty RV. She loved camping and exploring with her family and the Good Sam’s Club. Emily enjoyed bowling and would go on to become a champion 5 pin bowler. Her yard and house were immaculate, filled with a beautiful array of flowers and solar lights. Emily was a diehard Tigers fan and season ticket holder since 1970. Nothing would keep her from a game. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff of the Good Samaritan Society for their exceptional care and kindness. A graveside service will be held at Hillside Cemetery in the Field of Honour (at Edward Kessler’s monument) on Saturday, October 17, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. with a celebration to follow thereafter at Whiskey Creek, 937 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat beginning at 2:30 p.m. Due to restrictions in place with regards to COVID – 19 from the Chief Medical Officer of Health – funeral receptions are now limited to no more than 50 attendees. (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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MARY ULBRICHT (nee RIES)

November 29th, 1954 October 11th, 2020
It is with great love and sad hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, Mary Ulbricht, at the age of 65 years. She faced each day of her two-year battle with cancer with courage and strength. Mary Leaves to cherish her memory her loving husband of 44 years, Wayne Ulbricht; her three sons, Travis (Kyla) Ulbricht, Cody (Gabbie) Ulbricht and Colin (Shelby) Ulbricht; seven beautiful grandchildren, Brylin, Ries, Olivia, Leon, Warren, Mackenzie and Roland; her father, Roy Ries; two brothers, Ron (Jean) Ries and Mike (Darlene) Ries. Mary will also be remembered by her sisters-in-law, Eileen Witts (Reid) Mast, Brenda Siegers, and Sheila (Ron) Papove, Rita (Ken) Ireland, Lana (Richard) Miller; and her brother- in-law, Vic (Lori) Ulbricht. Mary was predeceased by her mother, Katie Ries; parents-in-law, Jake and Lydia Ulbricht; and brothers-in-law, Bert Siegers and John Witts. She will be fondly remembered by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and wonderful friends. Mary and Wayne were best friends and together they raised a family, loved to travel and enjoyed all of life’s simple blessings. Mary loved her family more than anything and devoted her years to her boys, taking them to hockey and baseball and was always their biggest cheerleader, she loved the many jobs she held over the years. Whether it was doing taxes, working an election or at the diagnostic lab, she made friends with everyone and did her work with joy. Mary loved working in her beautiful garden, golfing, cooking, baking and having coffee with friends. She very much enjoyed her years of dragon boating and the special relationships she built with her teammates. Mary’s door was always open, and she would make anyone feel welcome at her table. Her smile and laughter could light up any room. Mary’s great joy in life were her grandchildren and she was very proud of her role as Nana. Mary lived a life in which she chose to be happy everyday, and she made you feel loved every time you saw her. She will be dearly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, #1 Dunmore Road SE on Thursday, October 15th, 2020 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm or at Victory Lutheran Church, 2793 Southview Drive SE, on Friday, October 16th, 2020 from 12:00 to 12:55 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at Victory Lutheran Church on Friday, October 16th, 2020 at 1:00 pm with Pastor Roland Weisbrot officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Due to current Covid-19 restrictions, attendance at services is limited to 100 people including funeral staff and clergy. Live streaming is available through the Victory Lutheran Church website (https://victorylutheran.ca). Memorial gifts in Mary's memory may be made to the Carmel Hospice at St. Joseph’s Home, 156 – 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1 or to the Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331 – 29th Street NW, Calgary, Alberta T2N 4N2 Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Mary Ulbricht. 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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ROY BARTLETT

1942 ~ 2020

Mr. Roy Thomas Bartlett, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Sharon Bartlett, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Tuesday, October 13, 2020, at the age of 78 years. A celebration of Roy’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Saturday, October 17, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Due to restrictions in place from the Chief Medical Officer of Health regarding COVID – 19, funeral services are now limited to no more than 100 attendees. Roy’s service will be live streamed through the Cook Southland website. Those wishing to watch the service via the live stream are encouraged to visit http://www.cooksouthland.com and click the view broadcast button on the homepage at service time. (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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