December 17, 2021

By Obituaries on December 17, 2021.

1922 – ROSE FRIED – 2021

Rose was born on February 18th, 1922 at Irvine, AB and was brought up on the family farm at Hilda, AB. Her family attended Hilda Baptist Church where they made many friends and she participated in the youth group and choir. In her youth, Rose decided to become a Christian and follow Jesus. During the 30’s, her family moved to Olds, AB to farm. After finishing school, Rose attended Bible College at CTI in Edmonton. Following CTI, she worked at a children’s orphanage in the Chicago area and then worked two years as a nanny in Rochester, N.Y. before returning to Olds. Rose’s parents moved to Kelowna, where she met her future husband, Helmut Fried. They married on October 20th, 1949, at East Olds Baptist Church. They began farming in Olds and continued to farm there for 30 years. They were blessed with three children. In 1980, the Fried farm relocated to Swan River, MB where they continued farming with their sons. In 1992, Helmut and Rose relocated to South Country Village in Medicine Hat. Helmut passed away in 2008. Rose moved into assisted living and then to Sunnyside in 2015 until her passing on December 11th, 2021. Rose’s legacy was homemaking; a loving mother and wife who always put the needs of others first. She was an example to her family and Rose demonstrated a strong faith in God. Rose was always hospitable, an excellent cook. At Sunnyside, she was always concerned about those who were serving her, and deeply cared for the residents, volunteers and staff. The Lord blessed her with 59 wonderful years of marriage, three children, nine grandchildren and their spouses, and 17 great-grandchildren. Rose loved her family and upheld them in prayer by name daily. She was predeceased by her parents, John and Minnie Weiss; sisters, Mabel and Pearl; and brothers, Harold and Roy. She is survived by sons, Marvin (Flo) and Bryon (Linda); daughter, Marryl (Steve Dole); her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Gloria Weiss; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. A special thank you to all the staff at Sunnyside Care Home for their kindness and compassion. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Sunday, December 19th, 2021 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. A family Funeral Service will be held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel on Monday, December 20th, 2021 at 1:30 pm with Pastors Bob Church and Bob Findley officiating. Family and friends are welcome to participate via livestream by logging on to http://www.saamis.com and joining the live webcast on Rose’s memorial page on the above date and time. A virtual guest book is available on her page for those participating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Rose’s memory may be made to the Sunnyside Care Home. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Rose Fried. 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.

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1931 ~ ESTHER TISNIC ~ 2021

Esther Tisnic of Medicine Hat, AB, beloved wife of the late Leonard Tisnic, entered the presence of the Lord on December 14, 2021 at the age of 90 years. She will be sadly missed by her children, Alvin (Sherry) Tisnic, Wanda (Brian) Dineen and Keith (Roberta) Tisnic; six grandchildren; eight great- grandchildren; five great-great grandchildren; brother, Leonard Lentz; sisters, Violet (Joe) Stenger and Marlene (Wayne) Morton; sister-in-law, Hannelore Lentz; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. As well as her husband, Leonard, Esther is also predeceased by her parents, Fred and Martha Lentz; brother, James Lentz; and her first husband, Adolph Anhorn. Esther was born on March 7th, 1931 at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. She grew up on the farm southeast of Medicine Hat, AB and attended the Concordia school. At the age of 16 she left the farm and moved to Medicine Hat where she worked at Medalta Potteries and later at Medicine Hat Hospital and Medicine Hat Greenhouses. Esther loved camping, knitting, crocheting, doing puzzles, cooking, and baking coffee cake for family, friends and clubs. Esther was a member of the Women of the Moose since 1966. She loved her Church. Her favorite song is “What a Day That Will be When My Jesus I Shall See”. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so on Sunday, December 19, 2021 from 7:00-9:00 pm at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB. The private Funeral service will be held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel on Monday, December 20, 2021 with Pastor Shane Hein officiating. Family and friends are welcome to participate via livestream by logging on to http://www.saamis.com and joining the live webcast on Esther’s memorial page at the above date at 9:50 am. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page for those participating remotely. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Esther Tisnic. 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.

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1932 – CHRISTOPHER GETZ – 2021

Christopher Getz of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at the age of 89 years. He leaves to cherish his memory his nieces and nephews, Linda Warberg (Ray Robidoux), Shirley Aldred (Armand), Jim Getz (Elaine), Wayne Getz (Laureen), Brian Getz (Sharon) all of Medicine Hat, Sharon Wells (Dennis Hunt) of Bassano, Brenda Neufeld (Carl) of Victoria and Florence Pillar (Bruce) of Kelowna as well as many great nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Perpetua and Joseph Getz; five brothers, John, Phillip, Joseph, Frank an Peter and one sister Mary Anne Wells. Christopher was born on May 20, 1932 in Medicine Hat and grew up in the Leader area and later moved to Patricia, then Buffalo. Chris and his brothers, Peter and Frank farmed together in Buffalo until they retired to Medicine Hat. They were known as the Getz brothers. “The boys” moved to Cypress View Foundation where they enjoyed their golden years. After Frank and Pete passed away Chris moved to Good Samaritans for more care. Chris embraced his life and family. He always kept his simple country values, had a ready smile, and was eternally optimistic. His family would like to thank Cypress View and Good Samaritans for the care of the Getz brothers over the years. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. Due to the restrictions brought forward by the Chief Medical Officer of Health, indoor public gatherings are to be kept to 50 people. Masks are mandatory. Restrictions are applicable for prayers and the funeral mass. The funeral mass will be celebrated in Holy FamilyParish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Saturday, December 18, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Iqbal Khurshid celebrant. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Christopher Getz, 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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1935 ~ GEORGINA WALROTH ~ 2021

Georgina Walroth of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, December 13th, 2021 at the age of 86 years. A private family time of remembrance will be held. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Georgina Walroth. 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.

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1941 – GAIL SCHMIDT – 2021

“Family ties are precious threads
No matter where we roam
They draw us close to those we love
And pull our hearts toward home.”

On the afternoon of December 14th, 2021, we lost the heart of our family, Gail Schmidt of Redcliff, AB. She was predeceased by her husband, Ken, of 60 years. She is survived by her most prized possessions, her family, Sandy (Cody and Christy, Shayna, William, and Wyatt); (Kyler and Ashley, Knoxx and Jury) Moser, Penny (Trina) Schultz, Kendra and Mitch (Kelsi and Adam, Colton) Seifert, Jolaine (Jordon and Jared) Hepfner; brother, Joe (Laurie) McFadzen; brother-in-law, Dennis (Ruth) Schmidt; sister-in-law, Pat Schmidt; numerous nieces and nephews; and her favourite four-legged companion, Brewster.
While Gail was a stay at home Mom she was also the Recreation Director for the Town of Redcliff, where she planned and organized many events and trips for the town's seniors. Once her youngest was 10, Gail took a job at the Woolworths jewelry counter which she absolutely loved. She always loved interacting with people! While working at Woolworths, she and Ken became the owner/operators of Tilden Rent a Car, which she ran for several years. Gail then went on to work at the Halfway House at the Redcliff Riverview Golf Course where she loved to visit with all the regulars and always had lunch ready for her grandsons who were working there (and they all worked there and loved having Grandma make sure they ate!!)
Gail had a great love of music and taught piano lessons for many years. She was an amazing pianist and was asked to play for several town events and functions. When her mother could no longer play the organ for St Ambrose Church, she agreed to help them out while they found a new organist and stayed playing there for 30 years! During this time she was an active member of the Redcliff Roving Choir.
Although Gail enjoyed coaching girls baseball for several years, she most loved watching her grandchildren participate in their many activities. Whether it was a dance recital or a rough hockey game she was their biggest fan.
Family truly was the most important thing to Gail. She loved them all so very much. A Private Family Service of Remembrance will be held at a later date to celebrate her life. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Redcliff Scholarships for Advanced Education c/o Prairie Rose Public Schools, Attention Ryan Boser, Secretary Treasurer, 918 2nd Avenue, Dunmore AB, T1B 0K3. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Gail Schmidt. 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.

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STONEHOUSE

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Aaron Jon Stonehouse died Saturday, December 11th, 2021 in Lethbridge from a cardiac incident. Left to grieve are his parents Pat and Jack and his brother Andy. For those who knew Aaron, you will remember him as a kind gentle soul. He was loved dearly and will be missed. Thank you to all the people who helped Aaron along in his life journey. A family gathering to celebrate Aaron's life will be held next summer. Rest In Peace, Aaron
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

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