January 5, 2021

By Obituaries on January 5, 2021.

1927 ~ REV. ARTHUR ZELLER ~ 2021

Rev. Arthur Zeller passed away on Saturday, January 2, 2021 at the age of 93 years, beloved husband of Annette Zeller of Medicine Hat. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Arthur Zeller, 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

1931 ~ DOROTHY HAUGHIAN ~ 2020

Mrs. Dorothy Haughian of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late DeWayne Haughian, passed away on Friday, December 25, 2020 at the age of 89 years. Dorothy leaves to cherish her memory her son, Lee Haughian; her daughters, Mikki Haughian, and Roxy Haughian; seven grandchildren, Regan, Tanner, Taija, Daniel, Marc, Cole, and Cheyenne; two great grandchildren, Caderin, and Paisley; two sisters, Dianne, and Linda. Besides her husband DeWayne, Dorothy was predeceased by one son, Randy; and her parents, Richard and Margerite Pickering. For further information, please see the website. A Private Time of Remembrance was held. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Dorothy Haughian. 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.

1931 ~ JOHN LEASK ~ 2020

It is with great sadness that we announce that John Harvey Leask of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, December 28th, 2020 at the age of 89 years. John is survived by his son, George “Geo” Leask (Selena Fisher); daughter, Vivian Leask; grandchildren, Mitchell Leask (Sam Morris), Matthew Leask, Natasha (Chris) Kennett, Christina Duncan, and George Roti; great-grandchildren, Maddy-Mae, Ember, and Hope; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, David and Norma Leask; daughter, Connie Marie in infancy; brothers, Joe and Richard; and sisters, Vivian, Beverly, and Mary. John was born on November 24, 1931 and raised on the family farm near Spalding, SK. John worked hard on the farm and quickly realized that in order to keep things going and to keep the farm productive, it was essential for him to become inventive as well as to develop many different skills. His experiences on the farm allowed him to become competent in both heavy duty mechanics and welding. After years of rigorous work on the farm, John made the decision to enlist in the army. His experiences as an enlisted man offered him the opportunity to learn additional and enjoyable specialties that would serve him well in his future. After his discharge form the army, he worked hard to support his family. They moved to BC, where work was even more demanding. John encountered many hurdles working hard in BC, SK, and then eventually settling in in Alberta. After a brief stint in Strathmore and then Brooks, John moved to Medicine Hat in 1989 where he was able to utilize his numerous skills and knowledge working for Quoyloo Enterprises offering sharpening services. John employed techniques that were both innovative and unique and he continued this path until his retirement. John was a proud Metis citizen and was very active with the Metis Nation of Alberta. He would often pass time sharing his unique sense of humour with the girls at the Miywasin Centre and they, and others who he encountered, will greatly miss his visits. John was also a proud Legion member – this year was his 60th year – earning him a badge of honour for his lengthy commitment to the local branch. John was challenged with both hearing and visual impairments in his senior years, but it did not stop him form enjoying weekly Scottish country dancing or Sunday morning services at his favourite Westminster United and Fifth Avenue United churches. The family would like to thank the staff at Meadowlands Retirement Home and good friend, Richard Winterholt for their aid and support during John’s final years. Special thanks to Dan Pede for all the care and comfort he provided and for being there for John during the many challenging years and struggles with his hearing and visual impairments. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5, on Tuesday, January 5th, 2021 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.. A private funeral service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Wednesday, January 6th, 2021 at 10:00 am with Gary W. Goran officiating. Due to current Covid-19 restrictions the service will be by invitation only. However, you are all invited to view the service via livestream through John’s memorial page at http://www.saamis.com starting at 9:55 am. Interment will follow at SAAMIS PRAIRIE VIEW CEMETERY. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading John Leask. 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.

1934 ~ GERHARD BROST Sr. ~ 2021

Gerhard Brost Sr. passed away on Monday, January 4, 2021 at the age of 86 years, beloved husband of Helga Brost of Medicine Hat. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Gerhard Brost, 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

1946 – GARY EISERMAN – 2021

Mr. Gary Eiserman of Grande Prairie, AB passed away on Friday, January 1st, 2021 at the age of 74 years. He leaves to cherish his memory his mother, Dorothy Eiserman; children, Wendy Guthmiller, Sheila (Boris) Gavric and Mark (Becky) Eiserman; five grandchildren, and one great- grandchild. Gary was predeceased by his father, Ted Eiserman and sister, Christina Wingenbach. A family time of remembrance will be held. Memorial gifts in Gary’s memory may be made to S.P.C.A., 55 Southview Drive SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Gary Eiserman. 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.

1995 ~ DERRICK RISLING ~ 2020

Derrick Joshua Gustav Risling of Medicine Hat passed away on Monday, December 21, 2020 at the age of 25 years, beloved son of Robert and Helena Risling. He also leaves to cherish his memory his three siblings, Amelia (Joel) Mackie and their children, Olivia, Owen and Oaklen, Isaac Risling and Isabella Risling; his grandparents, Jack Risling and Chester Dumanowski. He was predeceased by his grandmothers, Joyce Risling and Zofia Dumanowski and his birth mother Holly Smith. Due to the restrictions of COVID-19 the family has decided to have a funeral mass in his memory at a later date. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Derrick Risling, 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

MITCHELL BURTON

1988 ~ 2020

Mitchell Dennis Burton, beloved son of Dennis Burton and Sandra Burton, passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus at his home in Redcliff on Tuesday, December 29, 2020, at the age of 32 Years. Along with his parents, he leaves behind to cherish his memory: brother, Ian; grandmothers, Pearl Burton and Gertrude Logan; goddaughter, Zahrya Miller as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and many, many friends. Due to Covid-19 Restrictions, a celebration of Mitchell’s life has been postponed at this time. Funeral arrangements will be announced upon completion at a later date. Those wishing to remember Mitchell may do so through donations to the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Canada #300, 734 – 7 Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2P 3P8, or to the Mustard Seed, 503A Allowance Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 3E8. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is

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