May 25, 2021

By Obituaries on May 25, 2021.

1927 ~ DOROTHY MATERI ~ 2021

Dorothy Materi of Medicine Hat passed away on May 19, 2021 at the age of 93 years. Dorothy leaves to cherish her memory her three children, Larry (Denise) Materi, Rebecca Materi and Maria (Tom) Vetter. Also, son-in-law John Kelly; nine grandchildren, John Jr. Kelly, Barbara Kelly and Kerri Kelly, Kevin and Ryan Materi, Christopher (Mandy) Cornet, Danielle (Jason) Hunter, Michael (Krista) Vetter and Jeff Vetter; ten great grandchildren, Cassandra Kelly, Justin Kelly, Brady Deboice, Annette, Claire and Evelyn Hunter, Danika and Ryker Cornet, Dakota and Tianna Vetter. Dorothy was predeceased by her husband of 62 years, Marcus on May 23, 2008 and eldest daughter Roberta Kelly on May 2, 2021. She was born November 6, 1927 in La Broquerie, Manitoba. Dorothy married Marcus on March 30, 1946 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. They moved to Fox Valley, Saskatchewan in 1947 and then in 1950 to Medicine Hat where she resided until her passing. We would like to thank the nurses and staff of Sunnyside Nursing Home for the wonderful care shown to our mother during her short stay there. Cremation has taken place. A private family interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery. Rest in Peace Mom – We Love You. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Dorothy Materi, 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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ALBERT DIETZ

July 14, 1941 ~ May 21, 2021

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Albert William Dietz announce his passing in Medicine Hat at the age of 80 years. Albert was the eldest son of Lena and Tony Dietz born on July 14, 1941, in Medicine Hat. Along with his wife, Alvina, left to cherish Albert’s memory is his daughter, Wendy Dietz; son, Darrell (Shanin) and their children, Darren Dietz and Kennedy Dietz as well as his mother-in-law, Helen Leismeister (nee Hoffner). He was predeceased by his parents, Tony and Lena; brother, Dennis Dietz and his father-in-law, Basil Leismeister. Albert was raised in Medicine Hat where he met and married his wife, Alvina Leismeister. They were married in 1961, and would have celebrated their 60th anniversary this year. Soon to follow was their daughter, Wendy in 1961 and son, Darrell in 1967. Albert and his father, Tony formed A. Dietz Trucking Ltd. in 1974 and worked together until Tony’s retirement. In 1985, his son, Darrell joined them in the family business. In 2001, the company changed to Dietz Construction Ltd. Albert took pride in his equipment and business. He enjoyed interacting with all of his business associates. In the winter months, Albert and Alvina liked to travel and experience different sites and cultures. Upon semi-retirement, Albert enjoyed working on his 1967 mustang convertible; it was his pride and joy. He would often cruise around town with the top down, rocking his favourite cowboy hat. Albert also liked watching Darrell and Darren drag race. He had a fondness for animals and he attended many dog shows with Wendy. Albert enjoyed watching his grandchildren play sports and do other activities as well as entertain family and friends. Through health and illness, Albert provided his family with many life lessons they will not forget. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who will be sadly missed but never forgotten. The family would like to thank the entire staff at Sunnyside Nursing Home for the excellent care Albert and his family received. A private family service will be held. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Albert’s name may be made directly to the Alzheimer’s Society, #306, 10430 – 61 Avenue N.W., Edmonton, Alberta, T2E 8W1 or to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8. 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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RUTH (BECKER) FORD

1932 – 2021

“Life is a balance of
holding on and letting go”

Ruth, age 89, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 20th, 2021. She was predeceased by her husband, Joshua Frank Ford; son, Neil Ross Ford; her parents, Robert and Lindina Becker; sister, Jean (Norman) Derheim; brothers, Ray (Alma), Lloyd (Ann), Earl (Alice) and Harvey (Alice) Becker. She is survived by her sister, Adeline (Charles) Mogck.
Ruth will be lovingly remembered by her children, Sharon (Wayne) Ritco, Allan (Darlene) Ford, Shelley (Pat) Patience. Most proud of their grandmother, her seven grandchildren, Tanya (Ian) Johnstone, Melissa (Mike) Djakovic, Devon (Emily) Ford, Jared (Shaye) Ford, Joel (Sierra) Ford, Chad (Devon) Patience, Taylor Patience. GG’s pride and joy were her twelve great grandchildren – Declan, Ty, Blake Johnstone; Brody, Olivia Djakovic; Lane, Madden Ford; Payton, Parker Ford; Skylar Ford; Emma, Ethan Patience.
Our Mother was an avid WHL Tiger hockey fan as well, a very proud “65” year member of the ladies auxiliary Fraternal Order of Eagles. She lived life to the fullest!
A special thank you to the caring and compassionate team at Carmel Hospice, St. Joseph’s Home. As an expression of sympathy and in lieu of flowers, those wishing to remember Ruth, may do so with a donation to Carmel Hospice. A private family service will be held on Wednesday, May 26th, 2021. A recording of the service will be available by email invitation at http://www.gracememorial.com. Condolences may be made at http://www.gracememorial.com.
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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