January 14, 2022

By Obituaries on January 14, 2022.

1952 ~ ANN GAYLOR ~ 2022

Ann Gaylor of Medicine Hat, passed away on Thursday, January 6th, 2022 at the age of 70 years. Ann leaves to cherish her memory her brothers, Lyle Gaylor and Clayton Gaylor (Laurie); sister, Barbara Jean Gaylor. Ann was predeceased by her parents, David and Eva Gaylor. There will be no funeral service held at this time. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ann Gaylor. 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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1968 – NATALIE VAN MAARION – 2022

Natalie Ann Van Maarion passed away on Saturday, January 8, 2022 at the age of 53 years, beloved wife of Todd Van Maarion of Medicine Hat and loving mother of Tia and Teagan. She also leaves to cherish her memory her mother Agnes Hudec; her sister Nancy (Daryl) Mastel and their children Kayla and Brooke; her brother Frank K. (Keri) Hudec and their children, Lacey, Tyler, Jake, Ryan, Shelby, Kennedey and Ali (Monty) (their children Joel and Alana); her mother-in-law Ella Van Maarion and brother-in-law Craig Van Maarion (his son Cory). Natalie was predeceased by her father Frank Hudec and her father-in-law Jack Van Maarion. Natalie was born and raised in Fox Valley, Saskatchewan where she graduated from Fox Valley School in 1986. She went on to complete the nursing program at SIAST in Regina and began what would be a 32 year career at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. Natalie worked on multiple floors throughout her career, the most recent being pediatrics, where she loved working alongside her coworkers. Natalie was known for always being neat and organized and keeping a flawlessly clean house. She enjoyed gardening and taking care of her flowers and always took pride in having her yard look beautiful. Natalie married the love of her life, Todd Van Maarion on September 19, 2009 and they were blessed with two beautiful children, Tia and Teagan. Natalie’s family was her life. She could often be found volunteering for various tasks at the school, baking or preparing snacks for school events, cheering the kids on at sporting events and helping the kids with homework every night. Her greatest passion in life was being a mom and she made sure to go above and beyond for her kids in every way she could. Her kindness and compassion shone through every aspect of her life and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Due to the restrictions brought forward by the Chief Medical Officer of Health, indoor public gatherings are to be kept to 50 people therefore the funeral mass will be by invitation only. Masks are mandatory for attendees. The funeral mass will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish on Monday, January 17, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. with Fr. Iqbal Khurshid celebrant and will be live streamed for family and friends who are unable to attend. You are invited to watch on http://www.youtube.com/Medicine Hat Holy Family Church or follow this link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG6zK-XzuXdDHj79rV6ut_Q. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. Those who wish to remember Natalie with a donation, may do so to the Children’s Wish Foundation 39 Somerset Dale SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 0G9. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Natalie Van Maarion, 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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JOHN DRZIMOTTA

March 29, 1959 ~ January 1, 2022

After hundreds of flights between mine sites around the world and homebase, Johnny passed away aboard a flight between destinations, at the age of 62 years. Left to mourn the loss of the best Dad jokes ever are his wife, Lorraine; their children, Daniel Drzimotta (Sonja Ridic-Drzimotta), Logan Drzimotta (Keri Grottenberg), Brenna Drzimotta (Shea Cameron); honourary children, Lindsay (Garreth) Haberstock; the newest decorations on the Christmas tree, grandchildren, Penny (Logan and Kerri’s) and Aleksandar (Daniel and Sonja’s); brother, George (Karen) Drzimotta, niece, Stephanie Slana as well as other nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by his mother, Gertrude; father, Walter; sister, Sonja; brother, Wally and the very many furry critters that had the privilege of residing lovingly in the Drzimotta household throughout the years. Also mourning are the many connections throughout the mining community here in Canada and abroad. First and foremost, our Cassiar, B.C. family, Tanzania, Mexico, South America, many mines throughout B.C. and Canada and that last flight from Baffinland Iron Mines. John held many positions starting from truck driver to Manager of Mining Operations throughout his career and was known for bringing many projects into full mining production, often beyond their targets. He will be greatly missed by many mining colleagues. A Private Celebration of John’s life was held yesterday at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel with Deacon Terry Olson officiating. (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"

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