March 2, 2021

By Obituaries on March 2, 2021.

1925 ~ LORENE WENTLAND ~ 2021

Lorene Wentland of Medicine Hat, AB passed away on Friday, February 26, 2021 at the age of 95 years. The private graveside service for Lorene will be held at Hillside Cemetery, on Thursday, March 4, 2021 with Gary W. Goran officiating. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Lorene Wentland. 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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1931 ~ EMILY BIEDERMAN ~ 2021

Emily Biederman of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, February 26, 2021, at the age of 89 years, beloved wife of the late Frederick Biederman. She leaves to cherish her memory three children, Randy (Milly) Biederman, Marilyn Hagel and Cindy (John) Levesque; six grandchildren, Curtis Biederman, Aaron (Amanda) Biederman, Charity (Kelsey) Knelsen, Cheryl (Clayton) Campbell, Joseph Levesque and Remi (Kathy) Levesque; six great grandchildren, Austin Biederman, Keaton Knelsen, Erica Knelsen, Cheyenne Campbell, Courtney Campbell, Caitlyn Campbell; one brother Larry (Monica) Neitz and one sister Alice (Jim) Musson as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Hulda and Fred Neitz; her husband Fred on January 14, 1997; two brothers, Leonard Neitz and Ivan Neitz; a sister Sophie and one sister in infancy. A private family graveside service will take place at Hillside Cemetery. Those who wish to remember Emily with a donation, may do so to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Emily Biederman, 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

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1933 ~ DOREEN RIEGER ~ 2021

Doreen Rieger of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Elmer Rieger, passed away on Wednesday, February 24th, 2021 at the age of 87 years. Doreen leaves to cherish her memory her sister, Doris (Carmen) Closs as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by husband, Elmer, in 2005; infant daughter, Teresa Lee Rieger in 1955; parents, John and Barbara Sackman; brothers, Gottlieb, John, Bill, George, and Leonard; and sisters, Irene Pudge and Emma Heather. Doreen was born in Medicine Hat, AB on May 20th, 1933. It was here that she attended school and met her husband who she married in 1951. She worked at Dominion Glass in Redcliff, AB and then at Smitty’s restaurant in Medicine Hat. In her spare time Doreen loved to go shopping. She spent many years bowling and enjoyed many friendships. No matter the circumstances she would always make time for coffee with friends and family. She will be deeply missed by all those who knew and loved her. A private family graveside service will take place at Hillside Cemetery with Pastor Shane Andrus officiating. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Doreen Rieger. 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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1973 ~ SEAN MACOON ~ 2021

Sean Macoon passed away, at the age of 48 on February 25, 2021 in Medicine Hat, beloved son of the late Manu and Ruby Macoon. He leaves to cherish his memory her two sisters, Nadia Delanoy and Shamela (Dwight) Affleck and their children, Owen, and Cayden.
A viewing service will be offered via live streamed and in person (20 people maximum) from the Pattison Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 2nd from 1:00 -3:00 pm. A celebration of life will be held at a later date and will be communicated on the Pattison Funeral Home website.
On February 25th, the world lost one of the most courageous and full of life people, our dear brother, Sean Macoon. For a man in his late 40’s he had triumphed over much of life’s hardships. From a young boy, he was always supporting people of disabilities and helped bring awareness to challenges facing these groups. His life represented grit, perseverance, resilience, and a strong will. Although his life was cut short so suddenly, we are grateful for the time we had with him.
Our brother’s faith in Jesus and his commitment to First Assembly of God Church kept him strong and full of hope. He had an immense passion for music and loved to listen to old vinyl’s of BB King, Jeff Healey, and Stevie Wonder. Sean truly had a zest for anything instrumental and musical. He was a unique and dynamic individual that faced life head on.
With heavy hearts, we will miss you dearly, Sean.
To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Sean Macoon, 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

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ALAN OGILVIE

1946 ~ 2021

Mr. Alan Ogilvie, beloved husband of Carol Ogilvie, passed away in Medicine Hat on Sunday, February 28, 2021, at the age of 74 years. A private Celebration of Alan’s Life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel in Medicine Hat on Friday, March 5, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. Those wishing to experience the Funeral Service via livestreaming 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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JULIA HOFFART

October 26, 1933 ~ February 25, 2021

Julia Mary Hoffart, beloved wife of the late Daniel Hoffart, passed away peacefully at South Country Village in Medicine Hat on Thursday, February 25, 2021, at the age of 87 years. Julia will be lovingly remembered by her children, Rosealie Payne, Shirley Campbell, Michael Hoffart (Pat Turigan) and Allan Hoffart; grandchildren, Darcy Brown, Dale Brown (Colby, Keira), Kassidy Visser (Jess), Sean (Amanda), Daxon and Knox Campbell, Andrew (Sasha), Liam and Rylie Campbell, Brian (Allyson) (Natalie, Zoey and Josh) Campbell, Alex Hoffart, Trevor (Tieghan) Hoffart, Richard (Tiana), Amara, Layla Hoffart and Ashley Hoffart, Brady Hoffart and Dustin Hoffart as well as many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Along with Daniel, Julia was predeceased by her parents, Alexander (Julia) Soltesz; son, Danny Hoffart; granddaughter, Jeanette Brown; grandson, Richard Hoffart; son-in-law, Jim Payne; daughter-in-law, Terry Hoffart; brother, Peter (Jean) Soltesz; sisters, Helen (Joe) Varga, Isabel (Jack ) Knibbs, Margaret (Alec) Diepdale as well as Daniel’s parents, William (Amalia) Hoffart. Julia was born in Hansworth, SK., and raised in the Taber area. She married Daniel Hoffart on November 25, 1950, at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church in Taber. They were faithful members of Holy Family Parish and Julia was a member of the CWL in Castor for many years. In 1959, they bought a farm in Castor and in May of 1962, Daniel moved the family from Taber to Castor where they farmed until May 1995. Julia loved to cook and bake as she loved to entertain and feed people when they came to their house. She also enjoyed gardening, crocheting and reading. Julia’s greatest love was her beloved husband and family, especially her grandchildren. She will be forever missed and loved! A private celebration of Julia’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, March 3, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. with Father Francis Tran officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Those wishing to experience the Funeral Service via livestreaming are encouraged to visit the Funeral Home’s website 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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NORINE LUCILLE MOORE

June 23, 1956 ~ February 25, 2021

On Thursday, February 25, 2021, Norine Lucille Moore passed away peacefully in Medicine Hat at the age of 64 years while surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 23, 1956, Norine led a beautiful life and was adored by all those who were lucky enough to meet her. She was strong, sassy, and much to the detriment of others, stubborn as hell. There was never a dull moment lived with her by your side. Whether it was playing yahtzee, baking dessert or being corralled into another photoshoot, there was always a sassy remark to be said and a radiant smile to join it. Norine is survived by her husband, Douglas, their three children and their families: daughter, Shandi (Clayton) Hurlbert and their children, Kody, Rylie, and Shyla; son, Christopher Moore (Samantha Poch); daughter, Danielle Moore (Ian Gutjahr) and their children, Kaiden and Connor; siblings, Joyce Morrison and Barry (Shaireen) Osborne as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Norine was predeceased by her parents, Clayton and Hanna Osborne as well as her parents-in-law, Arthur and Dorothy Moore. With Norine’s passing, there is a spark stolen from the world; a spark that will be dearly missed. Norine truly lived each moment to the fullest and made countless memories with family and friends that they will cherish forever. With her sheer stubbornness and unique soul, Norine and her stories will live on for generations.

“Another year passes, another year gone,
The memories we made, and new memories go on.
As money can buy all the things that we crave,
It’s memories and family that we treasure and save.
A family is something you can never replace,
A memory is something you can never erase.
So many memories to treasure and love,
I thank all the angels watching above.”

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A private graveside service will be held for the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to APARC Animal Shelter, 1002 South Railway Street S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2W2 or to http://www.aparc.ca (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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