April 17, 2021

1930 – GLADYS SCHNEIDER – 2021

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Gladys Schneider on Sunday, April 11, 2021 at the age of 90 years. She is now reunited with her husband Archie; her son, Laverne; and her daughter Pamela. Left to cherish her memory are her daughter’s, Marlene (Bryan) Tate and Peggy (Rick) Hilsendager, her daughter-in-law, Brenda Schneider; her grandchildren, Spring Ellen (Clint Hollinger), Wade (As’ka) Schneider, Morgan (Clayton) Buckle, Dana Tate, Jenae (Adam) Nelligan, Lynzee (Dylan) Marsh; and great grandchildren Brooklyn, Madison, Lucian, Ella, Jaxon, Halee and Colby. She is survived by her sisters, Dianne Hanson and Janice Raaymakers; as well as the Schmidt brothers Mel, Elroy, Ken and Wayne along with their families. Gladys had many meaningful relationships with her many nieces and nephews on both the Schmidt and Schneider side. Gladys was the definition of grace and selflessness with her unconditional love and devotion to her family. Some of her greatest passions in life were family, her garden and she prided herself on her independence until the end when she passed peacefully at home with family by her side. Gladys touched the lives of many and will be deeply missed by all that knew her. Viewings will be held for those wishing to pay their respects at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE on Saturday, April 17, 2021 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and on Sunday, April 18, 2021 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, a private funeral service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Monday, April 19, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Dave Pollard, officiating. Family and friends are welcome to participate via livestream by logging on to http://www.saamis.com and joining the live webcast on Gladys’ memorial page at the above date and time. Memorial gifts in Gladys’ memory may be made to the charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Gladys Schneider. 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.

1933 ~ DORIS LORAN ~ 2021

Doris Eugenia Loran of Medicine Hat passed away on Thursday, March 18th, 2021 at the age of 87 years. The Graveside Service was held yesterday at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Doris Loran. 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.

1961 – KATHLEEN McSWEENY – 2021

Kathleen McSweeny of Medicine Hat passed away on April 14, 2021 at the age of 60 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Kathleen McSweeny, or you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneral home.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

ARCHIE FISCHER

February 24, 1937 ~ April 14, 2021

Left to treasure Archie’s memory is his wife of 60 years, Madeline; children, Cheryl (deceased) (Harvey), Pat (Dale), Mona (Gary-deceased), Michael (Steffany); grandchildren, Krystle (Colin), Ben (deceased), Matthew (Natasha), Max, Cameron, and great-grandchild Jack.

His life included playing hockey and Hilda Cubs baseball, owning/operating a John Deere dealership and then moved into the oil and gas industry in Cessford, Three Hills, and Medicine Hat. After retirement he continued farming and was honoured for being a volunteer delivering Meals-On-Wheels for over 25 years and enjoyed many friendships. He loved his life, family and friends, and we will always cherish him as well. There will be no formal service at this time. Memorial gifts in Archie’s’s name may be made to Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation, 200, 119 – 14th Street NW, Calgary, AB T1A 7L5 or Palliser Health Authority: Home Care, c/o Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation, 666 – 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4H6. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Archie Fischer. 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.

CONNIE FETTIG (NEE VERVALCKE)

1920 – 2021

Connie Fettig (nee Vervalcke) passed away on April 11, 2021 in Medicine Hat at the age of 100 years.

Connie will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by her four children Sandra, Maxine (Phil), Len (Diane), and Fran; grandchildren Kyle (Christine), Ryan (Julie), Zoë (Ben); great grandchildren Rachel, Briea, Elise, Kellan and Rayelle. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Martin; daughter in law Karen; son in law Andrew and seven siblings.

Connie was born in Meyronne, Sask on November 19, 1920 to Belgium immigrants. Times were tough, but there was plenty of love and laughter. A lifelong reader, Connie could reliably be found with her nose in a book – earning her the moniker “Big Book” as a child. Upon completion of Grade 12, she took a secretarial course at Balfour Tech in Regina, and then worked at Simpson Sears.

In 1947, Connie married her sweetheart, Martin. Together they farmed in the Grassy Lake Alberta area, raising their four children. Connie was an exceptional mother. She excelled at cooking, baking and sewing, making all her childrens’clothes. Her love of reading enhanced her eloquent diction, which she put to work writing poems, family reunion tributes, as well as entering (and winning) jingle contests.

Connie and Martin retired to the Okanagan Valley, happily spending over thirty years there. Connie was active in their church, community, and local bowling alley. She was a lover of card games, especially canasta, which they regularly played with friends. Connie was a devoted fan of the Toronto Blue Jays and looked forward to baseball season each year. It was during this time that her and Martin also travelled. Trips to Belgium were a highlight as well as seventeen bus tours.

Connie was a fashionista! She loved dressing up and her ensemble always had accessories to match! But above all else, Connie had an enduring relationship with God. He was her mainstay throughout her life. She was so ready to meet her Savior and be reunited with Martin and her family and friends who have gone on before.

The light she has brought to our lives will continue to live on and we will remember her whenever we have a good laugh – which was her greatest pleasure of all!

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

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DOROTHY HELLEN SITTER

1926 ~ 2021

Dorothy was born on the family farm on the North Bench, north of Eastend, SK on April 12, 1926 and passed away at Riverview Care Centre in Medicine Hat, AB on April 15, 2021 at the age of 95 years. Dorothy is survived by her daughter, Dalyce Burgess (Michael); two grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her infant sister, Bernice; her parents, Emanuel and Ida Bilau and her sister, Mata Rinke. The family would like to thank all the staff at Riverview as well as Dr. Monty Van der Westerhuzen for their exemplary care and compassion, particularly during the unprecedented and stressful events of the pandemic during the past year. A private family interment will occur at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Dorothy Sitter. 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.

JOHN JANGULA

1930 ~ 2020

 

John Jangula, beloved husband of the late Ronalta (Ronny) Jangula, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on December 31, 2020, at the age of 90 years. John was born on April 14, 1930 in Mendham, Saskatchewan. He was one of 20 children born to Philip and Elizabeth Jangula. He attended country school near Mendham before moving to Medicine Hat at the age of 15. On May 21, 1957, he married Ronny Byers in Medicine Hat and they were married for 61 years before her passing in 2018. John started working for CP Rail in 1948 and became a Locomotive Engineer. He was a dedicated and loyal employee for 39 years until his retirement in 1987. John was active and enjoyed golf, curling and played senior baseball. Following his retirement, he and Ronny enjoyed 15 years of traveling and spending their winters down south in the Palm Springs / Indio area of California. John will be lovingly remembered by his daughters, Alison (Bob) Wonnenberg and Terrie (Don) Conte, son, Neil Jangula (Donna Mayer); 9 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren; a sister, Ann Baier as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Ronny; grandson, Michael Wonnenberg; great-granddaughter, Lucia Conte; his parents and numerous brothers and sisters. A private Graveside Service will be held at Hillside Cemetery on Saturday, April 17, 2021. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) The family extend their appreciation for the love and support shown since John’s passing and to the TCRC Division 322 for their donation to the CP Pensioners Club in John’s name. 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”