May 6, 2022

By Obituaries on May 6, 2022.

1927 – JAMES HIRSCH – 2022

James “Jim” Nelson Hirsch, beloved husband of the late Jean “Phyllis” Hirsch, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Friday, April 29, 2022, the day of his 95th birthday. He leaves to cherish his memory five children, Clayton (Glenna) Hirsch, Gail (Perry) Marr, Byron (Leslie) Hirsch, Janis (Donald) Bilyk, Sandy (Jamie) McIntosh and nine grandchildren, Bryce Hirsch, Corby (Sarah) Hirsch and their children, Elodie, Aubrey, and William; Derek (Ashley) Hirsch and their children, Sawyer and Emery; James (Kim) Hirsch and their children, Thomas and Charles; Mark Hirsch (Kristin Giovenazzo), Dustin Bilyk, Jeffrey Bilyk (Tracy Sundquist), Kayla (Katrina) Bilyk-Rolph, Breane (Clark) Andrews and their children Hudson and Blake; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Jim was predeceased by his wife, Jean “Phyllis” Hirsch; his parents, Johanna and Joseph Hirsch; two brothers, Kasper (Helen) Hirsch and John (Margaret) Hirsch; two sisters, Bregitta (Tony) Grimm and Theresa (Ralph) Pater.

Jim was an educator (Principal, Webster Niblock) from 1967 to 1986. He served as an Alderman for three terms and assisted with many organizations and committees to support his city. Jim closed his final chapter with a book full of tremendous accomplishments and memories he was very proud of. His legacy will live on through his family, students and community members whose lives he touched.

Jim’s family would like to sincerely thank the staff at Sunnyside Nursing Home for the excellent care he received.

The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, May 7, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. with Life Celebrant, Pat Grisonich. 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. Interment will follow at the Hillside Cemetery. Those who wish to remember Jim with a donation, may do so to the Medicine Hat Public Schools Education Foundation c/o 601 – 1 Ave. SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4Y7 or at http://www.mhpsd.ca. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Jim Hirsch, 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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1937 – VELMA FODE – 2022

Velma Fode of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, May 2, 2022 at the age of 85 years, beloved wife of the late Ted Fode. She leaves to cherish her memory four children, Glenn (Diane) Fode, Marilyn (Randy) Gaub, Darrell (Leissa) Fode, Blair Fode (Terra Wiebe); eight grandchildren, Nadine (Terrance) Hammond, Charlie (Cody) Oliver, Travis Fode, Alyssa Fode (Jared Roth), Dania Fode (Jake Milne), Cassandra Fode (Grady Winder), Matthew Morgan and Kristopher Morgan; nine great grandchildren, Alastair, Ewan, Seamus, Maddax, Marek, Chase, Trigg, Brower and McGregor; one sister, Brenda (Pete) Van Beveren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Esther and Micheal Stuber; her husband Ted on July 11, 2016; one son Dale Fode and one brother Larry Stuber. A private family funeral service will be held. Those who wish to remember Velma with a donation, may do so to the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital to either the Palliative Care Unit or the Cancer Clinic (cheques payable to MH&D Health Foundation – please specify which department) c/o 666 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, T1A 4H6 or online at http://www.InYourCommunity.ca. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Velma Fode, or eyou 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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1947 ~ RONALD 'RON' CLAY ~ 2022

Ronald Clay passed away on Saturday, April 30th, 2022 at the age of 74 years with family by his side. He will be lovingly missed by his family. A funeral service will take place at a later date in Fairlight, SK. Donations in Ron’s name can be made to Canadian Cancer Society, 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, AB T2E 2P5. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ronald Clay. 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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1955 – GARRY GLAUSER – 2022

Garry Stephan Glauser of Medicine Hat passed away on Monday, May 2, 2022 at the age of 66 years, beloved husband of the late Gail McDougall. He leaves to cherish his memory two children, Blue (Christina) Glauser of Redcliff and Boe Glauser (Jay) of Medicine Hat and her children, Coby and Cole; four stepchildren, Lee (Kyla) Kowatch of Medicine Hat and their children Bailey, Jamie and Madison; Lorrie (Chris) Kowatch of Pilot Butte, Saskatchewan and their children Jayden, Ryder and Brooklyn; Stephanie (Mark) Craft of Saskatoon and their daughter, Taylor; Tyler McDougall of Trail, BC and his children Cassidy and Araya; his sister, Shelley (Murray) Roll and his close friend Bonnie Boivin; Lynn Glauser mother of Blue, Boe, Lee and Lorrie; his best friend his dog Molly as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was also predeceased by his parents, Earl and Ellen Glauser; two brothers, David and Jimmy and his sister, Joan. Garry very much loved each of his children. Throughout his life he enjoyed fishing, watching movies and wrestling. He also loved to ride his motorcycle in poker runs and toy runs. Those who wish to remember Garry with a donation, may do so to the S.P.C.A. – 55 Southwest Drive SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8E8 or to Alberta Cancer Research https://donate.owncancer.ca. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Garry Glauser, 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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DONALD ROY NERLAND

August 24, 1930 – April 25, 2022

Born in Medicine Hat Alberta to parents Ole and Walborg Nerland, Roy was the youngest of seven children, raised on his father’s farm near Red Rock, and the last to leave this earth. His unbridled positivity and resilience to life’s difficulties made him a shining example of what initiative and perseverance could overcome, and it defined who he was as a man. There was no better example of a life well lived in regards to faith and trust in God, and his days will be remembered because of it.
Roy married Isabel Magdalena Stappler June 23rd, 1956, both being baptized into Christ in 1958, devout in their faith all their lives. He was a father to Iris, Carol, and Janice, and a grandfather to seven grandchildren, Rusty, Ross, Jordan, Joel, Jonathan, Janine, and Quinten. He was also a great-grandfather to Izzie, Annie, Easton, Hudson, Beckham, Sunnie, and Aspen. Roy was preceded in death by his wife Isabel eight years prior but was able to see the lasting impact his union with her created.
Roy was active in his community through farming, real estate, and especially his church family. After twenty-three years of working with his hands on his farm near Seven Persons, Alberta on Holsom Road, Roy was diagnosed as a type one diabetic and was unable to continue on in this line of work. But this roadblock was not enough to keep him from enjoying life. His love of God’s creation was prevalent throughout his time on earth and could never be stopped from getting out and enjoying nature no matter his inabilities. He was known wherever he dwelt and was loved by every community he was a part of.
In his life, Roy experienced loss and sorrow, but never gave in. He lived through the tumultuous time of World War 2, seeing his brother off to fight in that war, the deaths of his two young sisters Margery and Jean, helped in the dismantling of a POW camp in his hometown, and endured harsh punishment and criticism on his brother’s behalf due to his service in the Canadian Airforce. But these instances only strengthened his resolve and tenacity for life. In his last days, Roy resided in Fernie, British Columbia under the care of his daughter Iris. He anticipated the reunion with his family, especially his sister Margery, and the acceptance of his reward for a life lived in service of God. His example will be remembered by all who knew him, and we know he is now enjoying eternal life with those who had gone on before.
A Celebration to commemorate Roy’s life will be held this summer in Medicine Hat, AB.
“Proclaim Jesus Christ, and He will proclaim you.”
Roy Nerland

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Condolences may be left for the family at http://www.markmemorial.com

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ELMA SCHLOSSER

July 13, 1939 ~ May 3, July 2022
Elma Schlosser of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Gordon Schlosser, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Tuesday, May 3rd, 2022 at the age of 82 years. Elma leaves to cherish her memory her two sons, Wes (Kimberly) and Warren (Guadalupe). She will also be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren, Michael Schlosser (Naomi), Brian Schlosser (Lalaine), Jason Schlosser, Treavor Schlosser (Charlotte), Erika Morrison (Ken), Kendra Hirsche (Stetson) and Darian Haycock; great grandchildren; Mason, Gordon, Morgan, Austin, Shayd, Sophia, Jaxson, Alexis, Ryker and one bun in the oven; Chesney the dog and Maddox the cat; sisters, Gloria Dyer (Mel) and Donna Hirsch; special friend, Pat Miller; and her pen pal for 65 years Marilyn Thompson from the USA; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Elma was predeceased by her parents, Paul and Gertrude Ebelher; spouse, Gordon Schlosser; infant son, Michael Schlosser; sister, Gladys Good; and brother, Max Ebelher. Elma was an avid bingo player and enjoyed her weekly visits to the hairdresser. She will be thoroughly missed by all that knew and loved her. Many thanks to all the caregivers at the Good Samaritans, the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital and all the residents that she met along her journey. At Elma’s request there will be no Funeral Service held. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Elma Schlosser. 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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