March 22, 2022

By Obituaries on March 22, 2022.

1936 – JOSEPHINE KOCH – 2022

Josephine Koch, beloved wife of the late Peter Koch, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on March 20, 2022 at the age of 85 years. Family and friends are invited to the prayer service which will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass be celebrated in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road SE) on Friday, March 25, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. Those who wish to remember Jo with a donation, may do so to either A.J.’s Loan Cupboard, Canadian Diabetes or the Alzheimer Society, Alberta and Northwest Territories. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Jo Koch, 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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1939 – MARY MELLE – 2022

Mary Melle, beloved wife and partner of Manuel Melle passed away on Friday, March 18, 2021. Loving mother of Roxann (Trevor) Osborne, Sean (Shelley), Gayle (Maronda); grandmother of Brennan, Ryan (Amanda), Cameron, Luka (Milan), Kloe and special grandma to Brielle Osborne. No funeral service by request. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Mary Melle, 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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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

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ABERLE, Darlene Ann

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The Family of Darlene Ann Aberle is deeply saddened to share the news of her passing at the Rockyview General Hospital on March 19, 2022 at the age of 71 years.
Darlene will be dearly missed by her brother and sister-in-law Floyd and Phyllis Aberle of Calgary, her nephew Dennis (Alison) of Calgary, her niece Karen (Anthony) of Wetaskiwin, her great-niece Nicole (Jake) of Airdrie, her great-nephew Jacob of Calgary and her lifelong friend Anita Hyde of Medicine Hat. Darlene was predeceased by her father Ralph on September 19, 1967, her brother Barry on February 13, 2005 and her mother Magdalene Hasper on November 24, 2017. Darlene was born in Medicine Hat AB on October 15, 1950. After graduating from McCoy High School, Darlene was proud to be the first of her family to go on to post-secondary. She attended St Michael’s School of Nursing in Lethbridge AB, graduating in June 1973 and later earned her Bachelor of Nursing from the University of Calgary in November 1994. Darlene began her nursing career at the Medicine Hat General Hospital followed by two years at Barlow Hospital in Los Angeles California before moving to Calgary in the fall of 1979 where she worked at the Colonel Belcher, Rockyview and Peter Lougheed Hospitals until her retirement in June 2006.
Darlene enjoyed travelling around the US with her friend Brona, whom she met while working at Barlow Hospital in LA, her yearly trips to BC with her mother and her special excursions cruising to Mexico, exploring the east coast of the US and Canada and touring all the sights in China. Following retirement, she spent several winters escaping the cold visiting Brona in Southern California. Darlene loved spending time with her extended family, especially her nieces and nephews, and she loved animals, particularly her rabbit “Bunny” and her poodle “Ten” and then there were the finches….. .
Darlene’s family would like to extend a special thank you to the compassionate teams that cared for her this past year – Unit 47 at the Foothills Medical Centre, the Bonavista Unit at the Southwood Care Centre and Unit 74 at the Rockyview General Hospital. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
A Memorial Service will be held at Mountain View Funeral Home (Arbor Chapel, 1605 – 100 Street SE, Calgary) on Thursday, March 24, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made in Darlene’s name directly to the Canadian Cancer Society #200, 325 Manning Road NE Calgary AB T2A 2P5 or to the charity of one’s choice. To express condolences and share memories, please visit: http://www.mountainviewmemorial.ca.

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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.

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COREY MARTIN

1948 ~ 2022

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Mr. Corey Martin announce his peaceful passing at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice, Medicine Hat on Sunday, March 20, 2022, at the age of 73 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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EKL, ANTON –

Mr.Anton Ekl, a 35 year member of the Plumbers and Pipefitters Union, Local 496, passed away March 12, 2022. The Officers, Members & Staff extend their deepest sympathy.

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GILLES ARBEZ

1936 ~ 2022

Mr. Gilles Joseph Allain Arbez, beloved husband of Marcelline, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hosptal in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, at the age of 86 years. Gilles will be remembered by his family with a private celebration of his life which will be held at a later date. (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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ROSE MEIER

1946 – 2022
Rosella Marie Meier of Taber, beloved wife of Donald Meier, passed away in Lethbridge on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 after a short battle with Cancer at the age of 75 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, March 25, 2022 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Saturday, March 26, 2022 at 2:00 P.M. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com.
Those who wish to view the service may do so by visiting Rose’s obituary page on our website and clicking on the livestream link that will be available at 1:45 P.M. on Saturday, March 26, 2022. The livestream will start at 2:00 P.M.
Rose leaves a legacy of love and family. She was cherished by her husband Don Meier and all her children Kevin (Maria) Meier of Calgary, Donna (Lindsey) Hughes of Sylvan Lake, John Meier of Lethbridge and Colin (Judy) Meier of Lethbridge; daughter-in-law Tracy Stratton; grandchildren Britney, Dominique, Brianne, Alexandra, Nicole, Brooklyn, Dylan, Taylor, Jenna, Chace, Kurtis, Sebastian and Gabriel were her pride and joy and their love for her shone like a brilliant star.
She was predeceased by her son Kevin, parents, sisters and a brother.
Rose was born September 29, 1946 in Leader, Saskatchewan to Peter and Mary Steinkey. She married Donald Meier on April 24, 1965. Rose loved curling, traveling, fishing, camping, western music, spending hours on the phone with you and most of all she loved participating in all the accomplishments of her grandchildren. From birthdays, plays, performances, grads and more and she was looking forward to the birth of her first great grandchild. Rose loved her immediate and extended family fiercely.
To our cherished and beloved wife, mom, nana, family member and friend, may you rest in peace along side your beloved son and may you continue to guide us, watch over us and inspire us. You will never be forgotten and always be in our hearts.
If friends so desire memorial tributes in Rose’s name may be made directly to the Kids Cancer Care Foundation of Alberta, 5757 – 4 Street SE, Calgary, Alberta T2H 1K8 (www.kidscancercare.ab.ca) or to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, c/o Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331 – 29 Street NW, Calgary, Alberta T2N 4N2 (www.albertacancer.ca).

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