February 15, 2022

By Obituaries on February 15, 2022.

1924 – MYRTLE PANKO – 2022

Myrtle Norah Panko of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, February 7, 2022 at the age of 97 years. Myrtle was born November 01, 1924 near Constance, Saskatchewan. She grew up on the Schnell family farm and attended Goose Creek School. As a young woman she found work in the Rockglen and Killdeer districts. She married and settled on a farm near Killdeer where she raised her family and became an active member of the Killdeer community. Myrtle moved to Medicine Hat, Alberta in 1980, where she worked for several years in childcare and house cleaning. During that time Myrtle made many friends and endeared herself to many a family. Myrtle leaves to cherish her memory one son, Tim (Judy) Panko of Clearwater, BC, and children, Stacia, Grayson, Jennifer and Tommy; and one daughter Charlotte Panko (Ralph Eckman) of Fernie, BC. She was predeceased by her parents Florence and Ludwig Schnell; her husband Alex in 1992; one daughter Annette in 2019; two brothers, Roy and Clifford; four sisters, Waneeta, Florence, Vera and Elsie. A private time of remembrance will be held. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Myrtle Panko, 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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CRAIG WALKER

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1961 ~ 2022

Thomas Craig Walker passed away in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at the age of 61 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"

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DONNA MARGARET BOUGHEN (NESS)

1940-2022

Donna passed away peacefully on February 8, 2022 at the age of 81 years, beloved wife of the late Garth Boughen. She leaves to cherish her memory her son, Carey; stepson, Greg Boughen (Elaine); stepdaughter, Lorraine Pennington (Lyle); her brothers, Stan Ness (Noreen), Ed Ness (Reni), Denny Ness (Irene), Marvin Ness; her sister, Bev LeBlanc (Chuck); her treasured grandchildren, Kiarah and Blake Boughen, Dan and Steve Boughen, Shari Harding, Sarah Krogman and Christine Jeske; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Garth; her parents, Wilbert and Leora Ness; her sisters, Betty Tremblay, Lou Lawson and Lillian Renfrow and Eileen Ponech. Donna will be quietly remembered by family and friends. To read Donna’s life story and leave condolences, please visit http://www.gracememorial.com. Arrangements are 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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FRANCES THERESA MASER (nee: VOLK)

1937 – 2022
The family of Frances Maser is heartbroken to announce her passing on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at the age of 84 years. Frances was pre-deceased by her beloved husband Allan Maser. Left to cherish her memory are her four children,
Neil (Cori) Maser, Brian (Val) Maser, Bradley (Moira) Maser, and Karen (Nigel) Lonsdale;
her nine grandchildren, Jenna (Taylor) Martin, Braden (Roslyn) Maser, Kaine (Britteny) Dick, Jessica Maser (Josh), Caroline (Ryan) Mashinter, Jordan Lonsdale, Jacob, Josh & Tyler Maser; her eleven great grandchildren, Alize and Bishop Stoa, Addyson, Brooke and Finnin Martin, Charlize and Owen Maser, Kyle and Chad Dick & Boston and Callie Mashinter; her siblings Alex Volk, Peter Volk & Jean Halpen. Frances was born March 30, 1937 in Empress, Alberta. She was the third youngest of twelve children. On November 24, 1956 she married Allan Maser. Together they were dedicated parents to their children’s many sporting and educational pursuits. During their nearly 50 years of marriage, they treasured time spent with family, friends, camping, trips to the Moose and stopping over for a coffee and visit. Frances was known for her kind, caring and generous nature. Following Allan’s passing in 2005, Frances demonstrated admirable strength and independence. She enjoyed cruising, taking bus tours to different destinations and watching the Toronto Blue Jays. As an avid Jays fan, Frances was always up to speed on baseball news and how the Jays were doing. Some of her favourite pastimes included playing Bingo, and meeting friends for coffee in the mall food court. She lived well and simply, demonstrating to those around her the importance of enjoying the little things.
Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME one hour before the service. The funeral service will be held at the PATTISON CHAPEL on
Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at 1:00 p.m.
with Fr. Roque Pereira officiating. Masks are mandatory. The service will be live streamed, and family and friends who are unable to attend are invited to watch the service by searching for the Pattison Funeral Home Youtube page. The video will go live 10 minutes prior to service time and will remain on the youtube page for future viewing. Private internment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Frances Maser, 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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MELVIN MARTIN

February 19, 1934 – Feb 08, 2022
As he has been called Home to be with his Father in Heaven, it is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Melvin. Beloved son, brother, cousin, uncle and friend. Melvin was predeceased by his parents Christian and Bertha, siblings; Herb (Viola), Ben (Doris), Esther (Bill) and Marvin (Marijke). He is survived by his niece, nephews and cousins. Melvin enjoyed many things in his life but it is not hard to see that his love of God and family surpassed them all. He absolutely loved singing for the Lord in choirs and spending time with his siblings and their kids (although fishing may have been a close second). When he was fishing with his brothers, he needed nothing else. Melvin was a faithful, reliable, hard-working man and was very proud of his work. He put on many miles working for Beny Motors for almost 40 years and was sad to see his life slow down, he always liked to be busy. He will be dearly missed. A celebration of life for family and friends will be held on Thursday, February 17, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. in the PATTISON CHAPEL (540 S Railway St SE) . Masks are mandatary. The service will be live streamed, thosewho are unable to attend are invited to watch the service by searching for the Pattison Funeral Home Youtube page. The video will go live 10 minutes prior to service time and will remain on the youtube page for future viewing. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. To e-mail an expression of sympathy or share stories of Melvin, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Melvin Martin, 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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February 4, 1936 ~ February 12, 2022

Teuntje ‘Toni’ Prins, beloved wife of the late Arnold Prins, was called home to her Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 12, 2022, at the age of 86 years. Toni was born in Barendrecht, The Netherlands, the fifth of ten children born to Arie and Bastiaantji Gouw. Toni and her family immigrated to Canada in 1951 where they settled in Magrath, AB. A few years later she met her husband, Arnold and they were married in 1958. They eventually moved to Redcliff where they owned and operated a Greenhouse business for many years. Once retired they made Medicine Hat their home. Toni will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by her children: Arie (Jill) and Debby (Albert) Den Otter; daughter-in-law, Ingrid; grandchildren: Colton, Curtis (Taylor), Taryn, Evan (Mimi), Eric, Liv and Owen and great-grandson, Andy. Toni also leaves behind her siblings: Rose (Klaas) TenHave, Ed (Marion) Gouw, Jim (Shirley) Gouw, John (Weltje) Gouw, Casey (Janet) Gouw and Bill (Mary) Gouw. She was predeceased by her husband, Arnold; son, Barry; sister, Audrey and brothers, Arie Gouw and Jan Gouw.

“We, the family would like to express our heartfelt appreciation to the care providers at Expressions River Ridge Seniors’ Home for the love and exceptional level of care they gave to Mom.”

The Memorial Service will be held at the Christian Reformed Church, 300 Primrose Dr. S.E., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. with Pastor George Koopmans officiating. (As per current Covid 19 protocols, attendance is no longer limited, however masks are mandatory for those attending) Private interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery. Those wishing to experience the service via live-stream may visit http://www.med icinehatcrc.org at service time. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Toni’s name may be made directly to the Alzheimer Society, 306, 10430 – 61 Ave. N.W., Edmonton, Alberta, T6H 2J3. 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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