Saturday, March 13, 2021

1925 – VAL VOLK – 2021

Valentine “Val” Volk of Medicine Hat passed away surrounded by the love of his family on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at the age of 95 years, beloved husband of the late Phyllis Volk. He leaves to cherish his memory four children, Wayne Volk (Lori Dover), Shirley Kultgen (Ken Malcomson), Louis Volk and Elizabeth Kostelansky (George McDode); twelve grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren, three great great grandchildren, one brother Joe (Delores) Volk; one sister Lena Kuntz; one sister-in-law Shirley Volk as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his his parents Pauline and Martin Volk; his wife Phyllis on October 1, 1995; seven brothers, Gabe, John (Joy), Tony (Lucille), Nick, Martin and two in infancy. Dad was born May 1, 1925 at Elssas Russia. He immigrated to Canada with his parents and two brothers in 1926 and arrived in Odessa, Saskatchewan in 1927. Leaving there, they made their home in Schuler and so his life began. Dad met mom the former Phyllis Weisgerber, and they married November 5, 1947. Together they farmed south of Schuler for fourteen years and in 1961, they moved into Schuler where dad became a grain buyer for the Pioneer Grain Company. Dad was active in the community playing ball, curling, volunteering, was a member of The Knights of Columbus and holding a position on the community board. He semi-retired and moved to Medicine Hat but still farmed and worked for Western Land Service. When he finally retired mom and dad had the opportunity to travel to many places in Europe, Hawaii, Carribean Cruises and took many bus trips to Vegas. Dad loved to talk and visit and met many friends for coffee at the Medicine Hat Mall (thank you Phillop). Thank you to the RiverRidge long term staff for the wonderful care you gave dad. Rest in Peace dad. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Monday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. (Masks are mandatory) Due to Covid-19 restrictions, a private funeral mass will be celebrated in St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Roque Pereira celebrant. Family and friends are invited to remotely attend the funeral mass by searching for the Pattison Funeral Home youtube page where the video will go live 10 minutes prior to service time. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. Those who wish to remember Val with a donation, may do so to the charity of your choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Val Volk, 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

1932 ~ ROSE BECKER ~ 2021

Rose Maxine Becker of Medicine Hat, passed away on Wednesday, March 3rd, 2021 at the age of 88 years. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel 1 Dunmore Road SE Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Rose Becker. Funeral arrangements 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.

ALICE (AFRA) MARIA VERSTEEGDEN

November 23rd, 1934 ~ Sunday, March 14th, 2021

 

Alice Maria Versteegden of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Theodore Versteegden, passed away on Sunday, March 14th, 2021 at the age of 86 years. Alice leaves to cherish her memory her two children, Lorraine (Randy) Stotz and James (Sandi-Rae) Versteegden; her four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one sister; five brothers; as well as her husband’s family in Holland. She will also be forever remembered by her adopted families in Medicine Hat and Saskatchewan (Randy’s family and the Nittels). Alice was predeceased by her husband, Theodore and parents, Peter and Maria Kuilboer. All of these she loved and touched deeply. She was born November 23rd, 1934 in Slootdorp, Netherlands, one of 12 children. She spent her childhood in Alkmaar, Netherlands until at the tender age of 17 she immigrated with her entire family to Canada. After spending one year with their host family in Quebec, the family headed west to Taber, AB to labour in the local vegetable fields. After some time spent there, the family headed North to Edson and then at 21, Alice moved to the city of Edmonton where she began work at the “Dutch Mill” restaurant. It was when she was attending a Dutch Canadian Dance in Edmonton that she met the love of her life and future husband-to-be, Theodore “Ted” Versteegden. They married in 1956. Soon after, the couple welcomed their children, Lorraine and then, James. Together they raised their young family in the Jasper Place area of Edmonton. Later, Ted and Alice moved just west of Edmonton where they remained until 1979. It was that year that they moved to the acreage near Stony Plain and built their new home. They grew vegetables to sell and kept many beehives to produce AAA graded honey for the honey co-op. It was also at this time that they started their greenhouse operation. She loved selling her plants at the market. Alice lived a full life as a wonderful mother, homemaker, gardener and worker. After Ted’s passing, she moved to Medicine Hat where she was able to devote 17 years to developing and nurturing the flower gardens at her new home. Her hands were rarely still and the simplest pleasures in life brought her great joy. She was a very creative person and she loved to work on her oil paintings. She was also especially fond of making fancy Raggedy Ann dolls which she gifted to her “little ones” and also sold at many markets in Medicine Hat and Edmonton. Due to Covid-19 a private memorial service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB. on Sunday, March 14th, 2021 with Gary W. Goran officiating. Attendance will be by family invitation only. Memorial gifts in Alice’s memory may be made to the Alberta Diabetes Foundation, 1 – 020 HRIF-East, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2E1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Alice Veersteegden. 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.

MARY MARGARET STEWART

1920 ~ 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Stewart on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at the age of 100 years. She is survived by her son, Christopher (Lee); three grandsons, Alex (Lynn), Bill (Sofia) and Ross (Shannon); eight great- grandchildren, Caetlin, Athena, Alek, Viktor, Yeva, Brooke, Bailey and Gavin. A private interment will be held at Hillside Cemetery. A family celebration of Mary’s life will be held when covid-19 restrictions allow. Memorial gifts in Mary’s name may be made to Salvation Army 164 Stratton Way SE Medicine Hat, Alberta T1B 3R3 or Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation, 666 – 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4H6. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Mary Stewart. Funeral arrangements by

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.

ROBERTA GWINNER

June 17, 1952 – March 7, 2021

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Roberta Gwinner on March 7, 2021 from COVID-19 at the age of 67.

Originally from Medicine Hat, Roberta spent her recent years in Edmonton. Roberta was predeceased by her parents Robert and Freda Gwinner and her sisters Lillian Fisher and Rosemary Baumback. She is survived by her siblings Peter Gwinner, Julie Munro, Dan Gwinner, and their families. At Roberta’s request, there will be no formal service.

A quiet family memorial will be held once public health restrictions are lifted. The family wishes to thank Dr. Sprague and the staff at the Grey Nuns Community Hospital in Edmonton for the compassionate care shown to Roberta in her final days. Those wishing to pay their respects to Roberta may do so with a donation to the Alberta Cancer

Foundation, a charity she generously supported until the time of her passing.

RUBY JUNE WUTZKE

1933 – 2021

Ruby (Bentz) Wutzke, beloved wife of the late David Wutzke, passed away peacefully at home on March 3, 2021 at the age of 87. Ruby leaves to cherish her memory her one son, Darcy (Fern) Wutzke of Calgary; three daughters, Eileen (Glen) Sletvold and Dianna (Bill) Hoffman, both of Medicine Hat, and Delphine (Douglas) Ramsden of Vancouver; two grandchildren, Kevin (Raelynn Bell) Brannan, and Jeffery Brannan; four great-grandchildren, Cole, Chazz, Kevin Jr. and Michael; her much-loved dogs, Sparky and Roadi; and relatives and friends. Ruby was predeceased by her parents, George and Theresa Bentz. Ruby was born on June 12, 1933 in Eastend, SK. She married David, the love of her life, on November 10, 1953 and in the later years worked side by side until they retired. She worked at various jobs throughout her life including the Medicine Hat Stampede and Curling Rink. Ruby will always be known as a very hard worker and for her life passion for gardening. People often referred to her as the “tomato lady” that grew the best tomatoes in the city. She loved to take the dogs for long walks through Strathcona Island Park but really slowed down in the last few years. All her family will be forever grateful for the time and memories they have shared with Ruby. She will be sadly missed and forever in the hearts and thoughts of family and friends. Ruby’s family would like to sincerely thank WeCare and Home Care staff for the compassionate and excellent homecare visits she so thoroughly enjoyed. A private family service was be held yesterday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ruby Wutzke. 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.