May 8, 2021

By Destinee Mattson on May 8, 2021.

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1923 – PETER ROTH – 2021

Peter Paul Roth, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 6, 2021, at the age of 97, beloved husband of the late Jillane Roth of Bow Island. He leaves to cherish his memory seven children. Dewane (Katie) of Lethbridge and their daughter, Debbie; Brian Roth ( Deb Wood) of Sooke, B.C, their son, Jonah; Bernadette (Greg) Wehlage of Milk River and their children, Stephanie (Leslie) Stitt, Jason (Julie) Wehlage, Kevin ( Elisa D’Andrea) Wehlage; Jerome ( Michelle) of Red Deer and their children, Ian ( Catherine Guo) Roth, Erica (Sean Clynch) Roth, Amelia Roth; Sandra Rosebrugh of Medicine Hat and her son, Carson; Monica (Fraser) Stewart of Castle Mountain and Regina (Theo) Krooshoop of Lethbridge and their children Jennifer Krooshoop and Cody (Heather) Krooshoop; five great grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Mary Roth of Medicine Hat; brother-in-law, John Holton of Medicine Hat; brother-in-law Alex Jozsa of Lethbridge; and brother-in-law, Ed Pardoski of Taber and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Jillane of 51 years; their infant daughter, Sandra; his parents and all nine of his brothers and sisters. Peter was born on October 19, 1923 on the family farm near Bow Island. He attended the Selz school. He started farming on his own in 1947. After harvest, he, along with a few neighbors, went to Picture Butte to work at the Sugar Factory. While in Picture Butte, he met Jillane Jozsa, who was teaching there at the time. They were married on July 10, 1951. All of their children were born while they lived on the farm in the Conquerville area. Peter loved to spend time with his family and especially looked forward to their visits. Lately many of them were video chats. But he was able to keep in touch with his family. He enjoyed farming, playing crib and played any chance he got, even on his last day. He usually won more games than he lost. Peter was a member of the Conquerville Lions and long-time member of the Knights of Columbus. Attending mass was very important to him and he would listen to it daily. Peter’s family would like to send a special thank you to the staff at the Bow Island Lodge and Bow Island Hospital for the loving attention that he received during his stay with them. You went above and beyond with your care. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, a private funeral mass will be celebrated in St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church, Bow Island on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Wojciech Jarzecki celebrant. Family and friends are invited to remotely attend the funeral mass by going to Youtube – search for Pattison Funeral Home. The streaming will go live about 10 minutes prior to the mass time. Interment will follow in the Bow Island Cemetery. Those who wish to remember Peter with a donation may do so to the Bow Island Health Centre, 938 Centre St. Bow Island, T0K 0G0 or to the Pleasant View Lodge, Bag 6700 Bow Island, AB T0K 0G0. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Peter Roth , 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

1926 ~ ERNA STERN ~ 2021

Erna Stern of Surrey,BC passed away on Monday, April 26th, 2021 at the age of 94 years. Erna leaves to cherish her memory her daughters, Rosemarie (Don) Scarrow, Lois (Myron) Schimpf, Sheryl (Ken) Thiessen; grandchildren, Troy, Lowell (April), Sarah (Craig), Elyse (Shaun), Cole, Cameron (Ksenia), Devin (Bhernnyce); great grandchildren, Connor, Hayden, Nora, Eloise; brother, Edgar Hofer; sister-in-law, Audrey Hofer; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Erna was predeceased by her parents, Jacob and Magdalena Hofer; husband, Albert Stern; brother, Jacob Hofer Jr.; sister, Hilda Schimpf; as well as numerous brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Erna immigrated and settled in the Hilda/Burstall area in 1928. She attended Sandy Point School and Alexandra High School. Erna then moved to Vancouver, BC to attend Bible College. It was there that she met Albert, and they were married in September 1946. Later, they moved to Vernon, BC and then to Esk,SK and to Neudorf, SK before moving to Medicine Hat in 1953, where Albert contracted for the Brick and Tile company hauling clay. Erna enjoyed sewing and was very active in the children’s and women’s ministry. During these years, Erna taught Sunday School, VBS, after school Bible Clubs and at Bible camps. She also was a professor of Children’s ministries at HCC. A private Funeral Service will be held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5, on Monday, May 10th, 2021 at 2:00pm with Pastor Jamie McDonald officiating. Family and friends are welcome to participate via livestream by logging on to http://www.saamis.com and joining the live webcast on Erna’s memorial page at the above date and time. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page for those participating remotely. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Erna Stern. 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.

1935 ~ ELLA BRATVOLD ~ 2021

Ella Bratvold of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Floyd Bratvold, passed away peacefully at the age of 85 years. Her memory will be cherished forever in the hearts of her children, Wes (Sue), Norman, Nora (Tim), Dale (Yvonne), Marlene and Lori; her much loved grandchildren, Cari (Tyler), Kevin, Tyler (Sydney), Scott, Amber (Jessie), Amber, Tanner (Luella), and Rylan; six great-grandchildren; sister, Colleen Tessier; brother-in-law, Lynn (Shirley) Bratvold; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Floyd; a child in infancy; parents, John and Marion Confrey; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Gunnar and Kalma Bratvold, and brother-in-law, David Tessier. Mom was born on the farm in the Ileburn district in southern Saskatchewan. She grew up in the area and married Dad on October 15th, 1958 and they shared 59 years together. Together they ran the Lucky Dollar Store in Simmie, SK, for numerous years until moving to Medicine Hat in 1978. Mom worked at Sears for a few years and later worked in housekeeping at the Medicine Hat Hospital for several years before her retirement. She was very athletic when she was young, winning provincial championships in track and field and a known “Home-Run Star” in softball. She also enjoyed curling and in her later years you could find her and dad relaxing and enjoying it on TV. Mom was always happiest when her house was filled with the laughter of children and the total chaos that went with it. A special thanks to all the staff at Riverview Care Centre for the exceptional care they provided for mom. “Rest in Peace Mom. We love you and will carry you in our hearts forever.” A private family graveside service will be held at SAAMIS PRAIRIE VIEW CEMETERY. Memorial gifts in Ella’s memory may be made to the Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation, 200 – 119 – 14th Street NW, Calgary, AB T1A 7L5. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ella Bratvold. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to

1938 ~ BRUCE DWAIN BRANDT ~ 2021

Mr. Bruce Dwain Brandt, beloved husband of Mrs. Elaine Brandt, passed away in Medicine Hat on Friday, May 7, 2021, at the age of 83 years. Further announcements will follow upon completion of the arrangements. (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”

1942 ~ JEAN MARIE BAUER ~ 2021

Jean Bauer of Hilda, Alberta passed away on May 2, 2021, at the age of 79 years. Along with her beloved husband, Norman, Jean leaves to cherish her memory her sons, Gregory (Cathy) Bauer and grandson Luke; Jeffrey (Kerri) Bauer and their children, Alexander, Samantha, Andrea, and Camryn; siblings, Ronald (Dawn) Holmlund, Doris Krause, and Faye (Waldy) Hugel. Jean was predeceased by her parents, Annie (nee Berglin) and John Holmlund; grandchildren, Eric Bauer, Matthew Bauer and Mark Bauer; as well as brother-in-law, Clyde Krause. Jean was born on January 1, 1942, in the Wetaskiwin Hospital and as the first baby of that year, received several gifts and awards. She was raised on her family’s farm near Falun. Jean was the eldest daughter of the family and will be forever remembered for her warm personality, incredible memory, insatiable work ethic, positivity, honesty, and steadfast determination. In 1959, Jean was enrolled in Grade 12 at the Wetaskiwin High School, this was her first year in a city school after taking Grade 10 and 11 in Falun. Jean was a major achiever and leader in a variety of youth activities including 4-H and the Vasa club. She was involved in many 4-H clubs including Lone Ridge (clothing and gardening), and Falun (beef and grain) and she was the only woman in the grain club. Through her dedication, Jean was honoured to be selected as one of only fourteen youth to represent Alberta for the major 4-H trip to Toronto and Ottawa. This two-week trip and time commitment from her Grade 12 studies was a life experience for Jean: they stayed in the Famous Royal York Hotel, watched the Leafs tie the Black Hawks in the historic Gardens, and they also attended the Royal Winter Fair Horse Show. Finally, they met with Prime Minister, John Diefenbaker and toured his office and were honored to see the PMs classic desk and sit behind it in his famous brown leather chair. Referring to the trip and her role representing the province that expanded her knowledge, she modestly lamented that it is unfortunate that “youth is wasted on the young”. Jean always impressed on and led those around her the 4-H motto “Learn to do by doing”. Jean attended the University of Alberta and obtained a BSc. and an additional certification in Education. It was here, that she met Norman and they married on September 14, 1963. They had memorable and well attended wedding anniversaries: their 25th year at the Community Hall in Hilda and their 50th Anniversary at the Chinook Village in Medicine Hat. Jean taught at the Schuler School and then New Hilda School for a total of seven years before pivoting to become more involved with the family farm. Jean was a key part of the family farm and their avid bookkeeper until her final days. Over the years Jean operated and trained her children to operate combines, tractors, and other machinery and she performed many other nontraditional roles. It was, with her work using the early cab-less tractors, that Jean experienced very severe hearing loss, and she was dependent on powerful hearing aids for the rest of her life. Jean kept a daily diary and could recall accurate and vivid descriptions of days from past years by memory including the outfits she was wearing. Jean enjoyed curling in both Schuler and Medicine Hat for many years and she liked the social aspect and playing on a few different teams. She had many friends from curling including Sylvia Conia who was a nice curling companion, who offered her rides to the mall and elsewhere. Both of Jean’s parents were of Swedish descent and she was very proud of her Nordic heritage. In 2017, Norman and Jean went on a well-planned trip to Sweden. They were taken by the hospitality they were shown, being met at the airport in Stockholm by two families bearing a bottle of wine. They dined on the canal and visited every home where Jean’s grandparents and ancestors had lived. They were able to see their ancestor’s proud and tall timber stands and travel throughout northern and southern Sweden. As a highlight, Jean was hosted in Esta Farnabo for a banquet with over forty relatives who gathered to meet her. They also saw the ABBA museum and the Vasa ship, as well as other attractions. They especially wish to recognize, Gunner & Annalena Guttormsen, Micheal Domaj, Ragnar & Gunnel Sjokvist, and Hakan & Ingabrith Berglin, who hosted them and treated them royally. Norman and Jean travelled extensively in the last several years including trips to the Maritimes, the Danube, Las Vegas (NFR), Arizona, Panama, Iceland, California, Kansas, Mexico and Alaska. In earlier times, the family enjoyed many vacations including, skiing (Whitefish, Fernie, and Switzer Sandpoint) and travel to Florida, California, Missouri, Seattle, and Hawaii. Jean was a loving grandmother and began a family tradition of camping at Cypress Hills Provincial Park with her family and grandchildren, from 2011 to 2019, this included hiking, golf, star gazing, campfires, and many other outdoor activities. In 2020 camping was in a pasture poplar grove due to covid restrictions. Jean also volunteered with the Medicine Hat Health Foundation and supported various local community activities. She was a key figure in the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Hilda and an important volunteer for her community. She has been described as selfless and strong, yet tender. Jean proudly designed and built her perennial flower garden at her home with its bridge, water feature, and naturally colored and modeled stones from the surrounding farmlands. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so on Friday, May 7th, 2021 or Saturday, May 8th, 2021 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB. All current Covid-19 health measures and restrictions will be enforced. A private family service will take place at 2:00 pm on Sunday, May 9th, 2021 at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL with Pastor Shane Hein officiating. Private interment to follow at Hillside Cemetery. Family and friends are welcome to participate via livestream by logging on to http://www.saamis.com and joining the live webcast on Jean’s memorial page at the above date and time. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page for those participating remotely. In memory of Jean, we ask that you please consider a donation to the Carmel Hospice at the St. Joseph’s Home in Medicine Hat, 156 – 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1, the Canadian Cancer Society, 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, AB T2E 2P5, Halo Air Ambulance, 12 – 49 Viscount Avenue SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 5G4 or the Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation, 666 – 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4H6. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Jean Bauer. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to

1944 – HAROLD ‘JIM’ HICKSON – 2021

Harold James Hickson passed away on Sunday, May 2, 2021 at the age of 76 years, beloved husband of Norma Hickson of Medicine Hat. He also leaves to cherish his memory Peter (Solange) Hickson and their children Christopher and Thomas. He was predeceased by his parents Geraldine and Terrance Hickson and one brother Patrick. Harold was born on June 4, 1944 in Woodstock, New Brunswick and was raised in Montreal. During his youth, hockey was a big part of his life and he continued that passion into the 90’s. He joined the Royal Canadian Regiment in Montreal in September of 1961 and served for 38 years retiring from Wainwright in1999. During their time in Wainwright, Harold had formed a band, playing at local establishments and weddings. He enjoyed playing and writing music as well as teaching kids how to play various instruments. No formal funeral service will be held. Interment will take place in Surrey, B.C. at a later date. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Harold Hickson, 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

1970 ~ DEANNA McBURNIE ~ 2021

Deanna Coralea McBurnie of Medicine Hat passed away on Thursday, April 29th, 2021 at the age of 50 years. Deanna leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Rob of 31 years; children, Keegan, Dyneshia and Ledger; parents, Jean Race and Bill McBurnie; brother, Darren; sister, Donna; nieces and nephews, Robert, Ashley, Samantha, Taylor and Matt; great nephew, Maddox; cousins, Rick, Steven and Kathy, as well as numerous other cousins. Deanna was born is Squamish, BC, December 19, 1970 and grew up in the Merritt and Kamloops area. It was there in the hills of Barnhartvale that she fell in love with horses and rode every chance she could. Deanna was an amazing person, she helped anybody that needed help, no questions asked. Her life was her children Keegan (22), Dyneshia (19) and Ledger (12). Deanna loved horses and the rest of her pets. Deanna had the biggest heart in the world and treated all of her childrens friends as her own. She had nicknames for almost everyone she met. Her hobbies were art, and could draw almost anything, puzzles, games and gardening. Deanna made everyone she knew feel loved and cared for, the world will never be the same without her. Memorial gifts in Deanna’s memory may be made to the Medicine Hat S.P.C.A. 55 Southwest Drive SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 8E8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Deanna McBurnie. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to

GEORGE SCHONHOFER

This past Wednesday the graveside service held in George’s honour provided much serenity for his family and friends. His love for horses will be the most treasured memory for family.

My spirit takes flight

I am hopeful and free,

To express to explore

To begin… to be me.

His Life Lived…

His Life Cherished…

His Life Honoured.

Courtesy of

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”

SIEGLINDE HENSCHKE DARTSCH

1928 ~ 2021

Sieglinde Dartsch of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, May 3rd, 2021 at the age of 93 years. A private Graveside Service was held yesterday at SAAMIS PRAIRIE VIEW CEMETERY. Memorial gifts in Sieglinde’s memory may be made to 100 Huntley Street. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or condolences@saamis.com subject heading Sieglinde Dartsch. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to

WILLIAM (BILL) F. ROSEBRUGH

1957 – 2021

Bill Rosebrugh of Bow Island, Alberta, passed away unexpectedly on April 27th, 2021 at in the Calgary Foothills Hospital at the age of 64 years, loving father of Carson of Maple Creek, Saskatchewan.

He will be sadly missed by his siblings, Linda (Robert), Bob (Stephanie), Kathy, Vince and Sue (Jim); his former spouse, Sandra; and many nieces and nephews. Bill was predeceased by his parents, Ruth and Lloyd Rosebrugh of St. George, Ontario.

At an early age, Bill moved to Alberta where farming was the love of his life. He worked with Jack Bastiaansen prior to owning his own pig farm. He was employed by SMRID for 15 years, then Canadian Pacific Railway until his retirement. Over the years, Bill enjoyed helping his friend Theo (Regina) on their farm. His cabin at the lake, that he shared with Linda, was his favourite spot where he spent a lot of time fishing. A funeral service will be held at a later. Donations in Bill’s name may be made to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be made at http://www.gracememorial.com. Arrangements made by

Grace Memorial Affordable Burial & Cremation

1924 10th Ave N.W.

Medicine Hat, Alberta T1C 1T5

http://www.gracememorial.com

403-905-0440

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