March 19, 2022

1924 ~ FLORENCE POLS ~ 2022

Florence Pols, of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, February 20th, 2022, at the age of 98 years. A private family service was held yesterday at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL. Memorial gifts in Florence’s memory may be made to Carmel Hospice at St. Joseph’s Home. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Florence Pols. 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.

1927 ~ DOROTHY KRYSH ~ 2022

Dorothy Jean Krysh of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Charles “Zyg” Krysh, passed away on Friday, March 11th, 2022 at the age of 95 years. She leaves to cherish her memory her nephews, Barry Drabiuk (Jay Jay Timmons) of Medicine Hat, AB and Ron (Doris) May of Dawson Creek, BC. Dorothy was predeceased by her parents, George and Sarah May; and husband, Zyg. A private time of remembrance was held. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Dorothy Krysh. 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.

1955 ~ LARRY SWITZER ~ 2022

Larry Switzer of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of Laurie, passed away on Wednesday, March 16th, 2022 at the age of 66 years. Larry leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Laurie Switzer; daughters, Jennifer Graham and Melissa Switzer; grandchildren, Keenan and Kaitlin; brother, Gary Switzer; and sister, Dianne (Cecil) Finch. At Larry’s request, a private family gathering is being held. Memorial gifts in Larry’s memory may be made to Friends of Medalta Society 713 Medalta Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3K9. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Larry Switzer. 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.

1967 – KENT MCKAY – 2022

Kent Warden McKay passed away on Thursday, March 17, 2022 at the age of 54 years, beloved husband of Tammy Hansen-McKay of Medicine Hat. He also leaves to cherish his memory his mother Joan Young (Allen); one brother, Wade McKay; his father-in-law Keld Hansen; two step-sisters, Dawn Marie (Mike) Westad and Natalie (Darcy) Mayne as well as many Aunts, Uncles, nieces and nephews throughout Alberta and Saskatchewan. He was predeceased by his father Jim McKay; mother-in-law Vivian Hansen and brother-in-law Ken Hansen. A celebration of Kent’s life will be held at a later date. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Kent McKay, 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

BETTY ELIZABETH SCHERER

1927 – 2022

Betty Scherer, beloved wife of the late Henry Scherer passed away peacefully with her family by her side at the Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge, on March 14th, 2022, at the age of 94. She leaves her children to cherish her memory, Darlene (Emile) and their family from North Bay, Ontario; Gary (Dianne) and their family from Coaldale, Alberta; Candy (Ed) and their family from Bragg Creek, Alberta; daughter-in-law, Dawn (Terry) and her family from Lethbridge, Alberta; 17 grandchildren; and 16 great grandchildren. Betty was predeceased by her five brothers; three sisters; as well as her son, Rocky Scherer. Betty was born at the family farm in Golden Prairie, SK, to John and Christina Spitzer on August 15th, 1927. At Betty’s request, a private family graveside service will be held at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery in Medicine Hat, where she will reside next to her late husband, Henry. Donations in Betty’s memory may be made to the S.P.C.A. of your choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Betty Scherer. 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.

KLASSEN

Terry Roy Klassen passed away at his home in Panama on February 20, 2022 at the age of 67.

Terry was born in Roblin, Manitoba in 1954 to Joyce Leskiw and Earl Klassen and was the third of four siblings. After living in Calgary in his teen years, Terry moved back to Manitoba to briefly pursue a diploma in psychiatric nursing. There he met Janice Norrie, who he married in 1975. They moved to Medicine Hat in 1984. Their daughter, Andrea, was born in 1986.

Terry spent most of his working years in Medicine Hat at CASA Business Services, which he eventually bought. He became a Certified General Accountant in 2001.

In his free time he was an avid golfer at Connaught and Desert Blume. He also played guitar, sang and enjoyed walking in the Flats neighbourhood where he lived with his wife Cheri Mclean, who he married in 2006.

After retirement, Terry and Cheri moved to the tropical paradise of Panama. Terry always said he wanted to live where he could wear shorts every day.

Soon he was hiking with a local group and making wonderful lasting friendships. He also loved snorkeling to surrounding islands and listening and dancing to local bands on the weekends. He continued to golf whenever he could.

Terry lived a very full life and did everything he planned to do in his retirement years.

He is survived by Cheri and her children Ryan (Katherine) and Renessa, his daughter Andrea (Alanna) Klassen, siblings Brenda (Bill) Humberstone, Robert (Judy) Klassen and Harley (Sarah) Klassen and grandchildren Averie and Felix.

A memorial will be held at Cafe Verve, 1775 Dunmore Rd, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 27. All who knew Terry are invited to attend and share memories.