May 10, 2022

By Obituaries on May 10, 2022.

1929 ~ LAVERNE SEITZ ~ 2022

Laverne Seitz of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of Yvonne Seitz, passed away on Friday, May 6th, 2022 at the age of 93 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed by
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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1930 ~ THERESA SHEPPARD ~ 2022

Theresa Marie Sheppard of Medicine Hat passed away on Friday, April 15th, 2022 at the age of 91 years. The Funeral Service was held Saturday at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Theresa Sheppard. Funeral arrangements 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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1938 ~ JOHN SIDLICK ~ 2022

It is with great sadness, we announce that John Stephen Sidlick passed away on May 7, 2022. John was born in Vita, Manitoba on August 28, 1938. John will be lovingly remembered by his loving wife, Elizabeth; his daughter, Melanie Loseth (Dan); son, Tim (Doris); his grandchildren, Casey Loseth (Kate) and their children Sam and Eleanore, Larsson Loseth (Olivia) and their children, Lucy and Norman; his brother-in-law, Lloyd (Marie) Hasper, as well as many nephews, nieces, cousins and dear friends. John is predeceased by his parents, Stephen and Laura Sidlick; his brother, Al; sister-in-law, Bert Sidlick and sister, Vi Sidlick. The family wishes to extend a big thank you to the nurses and doctors at the Medicine Hat Hospital for their compassion and care. The memorial service will be held at Westminister United Church, 101 6 St SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1G7 on Thursday, May 12, 2022 at 11:00 am with Reverend Lynn McKinnon officiating. Family and friends are welcome to attend or participate via livestream by logging on to http://www.saamis.com and joining the live webcast on John’s memorial page at the above date and time. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page for those participating remotely. In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Alberta Cancer Foundation Alberta Cancer Foundation, 710 – 10123, 99th Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 3H1 or to Westminister United Church. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading John Sidlick. Funeral arrangements by
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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1943 ~ VICTOR HAUSAUER ~ 2022

Victor Hausauer of Medicine Hat passed away on Saturday, May 7th, 2022 at the age of 79 years. Victor is a husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and our friend. His loving wife, Sharon; son, Charles {Casai}; daughter, Tracey Tschauner {Mike}; son, Patrick {Jennifer} and their families Please refer to our website, http://www.saamis.com, complete details will follow on Victor’s memorial page. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Victor Hausauer. Funeral arrangements completed by
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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1961 – ALISTER MUIRHEAD – 2022

Alister Muirhead passed away on Thursday, May 5, 2022, at the age of 61 years, beloved husband of Judy Muirhead of Medicine Hat. He also leaves to cherish his memory his children, Gillian Muirhead, Sara (Iain) Firth and Lewis Muiurhead; four grandchildren, Kaylee, Leo, Alister and Maggie; Judy’s children Kacy Lancaster (Kevin Gordon) and Kara Lancaster; his mother Elizabeth Muirhead. He was predeceased by his father Alister Muirhead. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday, May 13, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. In lieu of flowers, those who wish to remember Alister are asked to please sign your donor card. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Alister Muirhead, 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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DAVID RALPH McDOWELL
1953 – 2022
David Ralph McDowell was born August 22nd, 1953, in Maple Creek, Sask. He was the 8th child to Evans and Leonora McDowell, and grew up on the family farm southeast of Piapot, Sask. He started his career as a backhoe operator at an early age and became very successful. He was owner/operator of Tree Line Services for a number of years.
Dave is predeceased by his wife of 41 years, Sharon; his parents; brother and sister in laws, Trevor (Wendy); brother, Reginald; brother, Lynn (Vida); brother, Bill; sister, Daphne (Donald) Schmidt; brother in laws, John Southwood, Jack Armstrong; sister-in-law, Denise Harayni.
Dave leaves to mourn his passing his daughters, Crista Cleroux (Kris) and her children, Ben and Kimberly; Carmen McDowell (Sean) and her children, Alex and Andrew; stepdaughters, Gail (Dave) Toth and their children, Zachary (Renee) and Riley (Sarah) and great granddaughter Hadlee; Cindy (Andrew) McEwan and children, Kenna and Kylie; and Kenny Hawkins (Kris); sisters, Fay Southwood, Theresa Armstrong, Beth (Robert) King; sister-in-law, Carol Schock; and numerous nieces and nephews.
As per Dave’s request, no formal service will be held. Donations in Dave’s memory may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be made at 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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VERNON "VERN" ELROY MAKUS

1941-2022
On May 6, 2022, Vern peacefully passed away.
Vern will be lovingly missed by his wife, Lorraine of 61 years; children, Pam, Kerry (Sharon), Angie (Mark); his grandchildren, Caitlin (Lucas), Bryton, Kelsea (Brad), Shelby, Erin, Courtney and Sharon’s sons, Joel (Melissa), Jacob (Chantal) and Luke; and great granddaughter, Ryan.
He is also survived by sister, Darlene and family; Aunt Ruth and many other relatives and close friends.
Vern was predeceased by his parents, Ray & Melita Makus; son, Malcolm; and son-in-law, Peter.
Vern learned to play accordion from an early age and continued to play through his whole life. He loved to play the accordion for others to enjoy and in his later years he could be found at various senior homes playing his accordion.
Vern was raised in the Golden Prairie area and loved nothing more than to visit his hometown, which included some of the old homesteads and McLaren Lake.
Vern had a lifelong appreciation of nature. As a young boy, Vern could be found exploring the prairies, climbing trees and collecting birds’ eggs. He loved to feed the birds and rescued many animals over the years. His granddaughters remember him catching and releasing even the smallest of creatures. Vern and Lorraine spent many hours riding their motorcycle. During their retirement, they enjoyed wintering in Arizona. They travelled many places in their lifetime together including Hawaii, South America, and Alaska to name a few.
Vern was very outgoing and social and loved to talk to anyone. He could make a connection by asking a few simple questions, he had a great memory and a gift to gab.
In 1976, Vern dedicated his life as one of Jehovah Witnesses; he faithfully shared his appreciation of scriptural teachings with others.
The family would like to thank the nurses and doctors at the Medicine Hat hospital for their care and professionalism of our loved one during his final days.
A Memorial service will be held on Saturday May 14, 2022 at 1:30 pm via ZOOM.
Zoom ID: 851 0689 0066 Password: 051422
Condolences may be made at 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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