August 13, 2021
By Obituaries on August 13, 2021.
1923 ~ THOMAS THOMSON ~ 2021 Thomas Thomson of Medicine Hat passed away on Tuesday, August 10th, 2021 at the age of 97 years. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Thomas Thomson. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed bySAAMIS 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.
1929 ~ LEAH MacDONALD ~ 2021 Leah MacDonald of Medicine Hat passed away on Sunday, August 8, 2021 at the age of 92 years, beloved wife of the late Norman MacDonald. She leaves to cherish her memory four children, Don (Susan), Hal, Dan (Gloria) and Norman; nine grandchildren, Megan (Heather), Chris (Shayla) and their children, Dreyton and Brody; Michelle (Josh) and their children Hunter and Parker; Linda, Jeremy, Andrew, Matthew, Alex (Ashely) and their daughter, Brooklyn and Kyla (David); her sister, Alma Becker as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Christian and Christina Schorr; her husband, Norman on July 19, 2007; son Rob on November 2, 2020; two brothers, Dave and Arthur and sister, Mary. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 12:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, August 14, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, Pat Grisonich. Interment will follow in the Prairie View Cemetery. Those who wish to remember Leah with a donation, may do so to The Kidney Foundation of Canada. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Leah MacDonald, 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
1939 ~ FREDERICK THORNE ~ 2021 Frederick Carson “Fred” Thorne of Medicine Hat passed away on Friday, August 6th, 2021 at the age of 81 years. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL. Interment followed at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Frederick Thorne. 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.
ANNETTE HUISMAN 1931 ~ 2021 It is with heavy hearts that the family of Annette Rosina Huisman announce her passing at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Tuesday, August 10, 2021, at the age of 90 years. In honour of Annette’s life, a Private Graveside Service will be held at Hillside Cemetery with Murray Jaster officiating. A luncheon will follow in the Cook Southland Reception Facility. (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
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MARIAN LESKIW 1926 ~ 2021 Mrs. Marian Leskiw peacefully passed away at the Haven View, South Country Village, Medicine Hat, Alberta on Wednesday, August 11, 2021, at the age of 94 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced upon completion. (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
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MERLE STURM 1953 ~ 2021 It is with the heaviest of hearts that Marilyn announces that her beloved husband, Merle Allan Sturm, passed away at his home in the Cypress Hills on Tuesday, August 10, 2021, at the age of 67 years. Merle was born in Medicine Hat on August 22, 1953, a son to proud parents, Frank and Helen Sturm. He was raised in the Cypress Hills just south of Elkwater and attended Lebanon School and Medicine Hat High School. He married Marilyn in Medicine Hat on May 30, 1975 and they were blessed with a daughter, Jody. Merle loved living life in the country and all it had to offer. Taking care of the cattle and puttering about the farm was all in a day’s work for him. He loved his animals including his cat and especially pampered the dogs with BBQ’d steak – no animal would ever go hungry! Being a rancher, Merle was always helpful and willing to lend a neighbor a hand when needed. Family was important to him and he always had a watchful eye over his granddaughter to make sure she was safe from any hazards. Merle enjoyed watching his daughter, Jody and granddaughter, Josie compete in local barrel racing events… he was their #1 fan! He also enjoyed spending time with Jayson and Ian in the back country quadding and hunting. Merle served the area as a member of the Cypress County Fire Department and drove school bus for many years. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Marilyn and daughter, Jody (Jayson) Pancoast and granddaughter, Josie Pancoast; brothers, Ralph (Marion) Sturm and Harvey (Lynn) Sturm as well as numerous extended family, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Helen and Frank Sturm. A Private Celebration of Merle’s life will take place. Memorial donations in Merle’s name may be made directly to HALO, 28 Halifax Way SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5G4. (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
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MICHAEL ANTHONY PIGOTT November 2nd, 1937 to August 7th, 2021
Uncle Mike was born November 2nd, 1937 in Southend-On-Sea (England) during WWII. Mike was one of two children born to Maurice Anthony Pigott and Dora Frances Mason. His family immigrated to the U.S.A. in 1952 where he attended and graduated from Kokomo High School in Indiana. In 1960, the family moved once more, this time to Medicine Hat, AB to be closer to other aunts and uncles that had also relocated after the war.
Mike worked in a variety of professions including Marshall’s Book Store (2nd Street), Red Owl Grocer’s, Wilson Lighting (Airport), North West Nitro (Western Coop Fertilizers), McLeod’s (3rd Street), Kulpe Lumber and Ben’s Office Machines. Warehousing and procurement were his prominent job designations, and he officially retired in 1998.
Mike had a keen interest in the arts, particularly classical music, and concert theater. Although he never played, he was an active volunteer of the Medicine Hat branch of Overture Concert Association. From 1969 to 1987, he filled various roles including club president and was instrumental in helping to secure four concerts annually in Medicine Hat, with the concert Overture being based out of Vancouver.
Mike also frequented the Medicine Hat Public Library and Veiner Center, visiting with friends, old and new. He worked on the City of Medicine Hat transit advisory committee and was a huge supporter of the local SPCA. Mike shared a distinct connection with nature where he could often be found strolling through local parks and partaking in local events held at the Police Point Park Interpretive Centre. Although Mike did not marry, he reserved a special place in his life in adopting his beloved cats including Sam, Silas, Eppy and Kate.
Mike was well known for sharing corny jokes. When he was a young man, he had a large inventory of whoopy cushions, cans of ‘snakes’, hand buzzers and chattering teeth. Mike was a hard-working man, had much pride in maintaining his independence. Mike had a wealth of knowledge and was a man of self-study and intellectual curiosity whereby his eclectic classical LP and book collections could attest.
Mike’s final home was in Riverview Long Term Care center and would like to thank all the staff during his brief stay. Mike’s only sister Vivien (Russell) passed away in 2019 and he is survived by his niece Roxanne, his nephew Tony Russell, and their families. A small private family service will be held at the Hillside Cemetery in Medicine Hat, Alberta. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Mike Pigott, 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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