May 27, 2022

By Obituaries on May 27, 2022.

1921 – JOSEPH LORENTZ – 2022

Joseph B. Lorentz passed away on May 26, 2022 at the age of 100 years and 9 months, beloved husband of Christina Lorentz of Medicine Hat. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Monday from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. and at the church on Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. to 10:25 a.m. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road S.E.) on Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. A private interment will take place at a later date. Those who wish to remember Joseph with a donation, may do so to Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1B 4V3. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Joseph Lorentz, 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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1945 ~ JOHN BARRIE ~ 2022

John Barrie of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, May 23rd, 2022 at the age of 76 years. John is survived by his loving wife, Betty. Memorial gifts in John’s name may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading John Barrie. 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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1951 ~ MYRNA IRONSIDE ~ 2022

It is with great sadness to announce the sudden passing of Myrna Ironside (nee Pickering) on Sunday morning, May 22nd, 2022. Myrna is survived by her husband and soul mate, Derrick; and predeceased by her beloved daughter, Megan. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel 1 Dunmore Road SE Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5, on Friday, May 27th, 2022 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Myrna Ironside. 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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1955 – Tom Monson – 2022

Thomas “Tom” Campbell Monson passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Carmel Hospice on Wednesday, May 25, 2022. Tom leaves to cherish his memory his beloved wife Barb; sons Sean (Joanne) and Kevin (Jordanne). Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. In lieu of flowers, those who wish to remember Tom with a donation, may do so to Carmel Hospice (St. Joseph’s Home) c/o 156 – 3 St. NE, Medicine Hat, T1A 5M1 or to A.J.’s Loan Cupboard (Alan Joys Memorial Fund Society) Box 45006, McKenzie Postal Outlet, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 7H3. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Tom Monson, 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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PEMBERTON, SYLVIA DELLE

March 1, 1938 – April 3, 2022
“…if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven…” 2 Corinthians 5:1

Sylvia Pemberton (nee Redden) passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Sunday, April 3, 2022, at the age of 84. She discarded her earthly tent and entered her new eternal building to be with Jesus forever. She is lovingly remembered by her husband of 65 years, Ken Pemberton of Medicine Hat; her four children, Cynthia (David) Hall of Medicine Hat, Terri Lynn (Peter) Blanchard of Ellershouse, Nova Scotia, Kelli McIsaac of Kingston, Ontario, Craig (Lorna) Pemberton of Medicine Hat; 10 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and many other family and friends.
She was predeceased by her parents, Havelock Redden and Ethel Redden (nee Woodman); and her three brothers, George, Clarence and Ervin.
Ken and Sylvia were married on October 27, 1956, in Martock, Nova Scotia in the home she grew up in. They lived in the Bedford and the Windsor areas, in Nova Scotia, where their children were born and raised. Here, they developed many life-long friendships that continued even after their move “out west”. In 1980, they moved to Medicine Hat, Alberta for a “change” in life. This new home became one they loved. On arrival to the Hat, they attended Heights Baptist Church where they found many new friends that became a great blessing to them.
Sylvia was the “heart and soul” of her family. She lovingly made each of them feel uniquely special and loved. Holidays and life events always were momentous through her ability to cook and bake wonderful treats. Her children and grandchildren often commented about her “brown-bread”, sugar-cinnamon donuts, and birthday cake with the wonderful icing. She was Nannie that made even simple days at Echo Dale Park feel like the “best day ever”.
Sylvia was known for her sense of humour and her ability to make people laugh. One friend commented “that Sylvia is such a hoot”. She would often say things that made family and friends, co-workers, and even complete strangers double over with laughter. Often the family would recite the things Mum and Nannie had said. It is those remembrances that continue to bring joy in the face of loss.
A life value for Sylvia was gratitude. She was not very tolerant of “complaints” and would often say “just be thankful”. She looked to be thankful for even the small things; like the colour of the paint on the living room wall, the breakfast lovingly prepared by her husband, a freshly changed bed by her daughter, a chocolate bar brought by her son. She brought her family great joy and they brought her the same.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Sunday, May 29, 2:00 PM at Heights Baptist Church, 1250 Division Ave S, Medicine Hat, AB with Pastor Art Hildebrand officiating. A recording of the service will be available to view at http://www.gracememorial.com on Monday, May 30th. A private family interment will take place at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made to The Mustard Seed Medicine Hat, 503A Allowance Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3E4; online giving – http://www.theseed.ca/medicine-hat-urgently-needed-items. 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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RAYMOND "RAY" SCHINDLE

1935 ~ 2022
Raymond Schindle of Medicine Hat, passed away on Saturday, May 21st, 2022 at the age of 86 years. Ray leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Mavis; sons, Ron (Marilyn) and Ken (Patty); grandchildren, Stacey (Jon) Boyer, Jay (Tara) Schindle, Chelsey (Jerimy) Chisholm, Tiffany Schindle and Amber Schindle (Matt); great-grandchildren, Kennedy, London, Cole, Max and Cash; brother, Dan (Lorna) Schindle; sister, Janet Schindle-White; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Ray was predeceased by his parents, August and Emma Schindle; brothers, Wayne and Gerald. Ray was born October 17, 1935, raised and educated in Watrous, SK. District. In 1950, he moved to Brandon, MB and married Mavis on September 3, 1955. They settled in Virden for two years, then moved to Burnaby for a year then to Estavan in 1959. In 1960, Schindle & Bazin Oil Construction was formed. In 1971, they moved to Medicine Hat and retired in 1976. However, in 1980, Ray started another company called Raymax Coiled Tubing Co. Ltd. from 1980 to 1988 and then fully retired. In 1988, Ray and Mavis moved to Pender Harbor until 1998 when they returned to Medicine Hat. Ray loved fishing, his Mercedes, bike riding on his recumbent bike, and the company of family and friends. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5, on Saturday, May 28th, 2022 from 10:00 am to 12:50 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5, on Saturday, May 28th, 2022 at 1:00 pm with Pastor Shane Hein officiating. Family and friends are welcome to participate via livestream by logging on to http://www.saamis.com and joining the live webcast on Ray’s memorial page at the above date and time. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page for those participating remotely. Private Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Ray’s memory may be made to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation, PO Box 460 STN K, Toronto, ON M4P 9Z9. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Raymond Schindle. 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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WES OLDFORD

August 16, 1960 ~ May 22, 2022

It is with an extremely heavy heart that Yvonne announces the tragic passing of her beloved husband, Stephen Weston ‘Wes’ Oldford on Sunday, May 22, 2022, at the age of 61 years. Wes was born to the late Weston and Grace Oldford on August 16th, 1960, in St. John’s, NL. 39 years ago, Wes married his best friend, Yvonne. She was the true love of his life and he went out of his way each and every day to make her happy. Together, they were blessed with their two beautiful children, Stephen and Viktoria. Wes was then graced with his nine precious grandchildren, Brooklyn, Chloe, Lucas, Chance, Abby, Zoe, River, Linken and Isaiah. To say that Wes adored his grandchildren is an understatement – they were his entire pride and joy. Wes is survived by his brothers, Mike of Hamilton, Ont., Dereck of Medicine Hat, AB., Christopher of St. John’s, NL., Eugene of St. John’s, NL., and sister, Marie of Lewisporte, NL. Wes is also survived by his mother-in-law, Elizabeth Hodder of St. Bernard’s, NL.; his large circle of sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Debbie and Wally of St. Bernard’s, NL., Jacqueline and Anthony of St. Bernard’s, NL., Allie and Vicki of Medicine Hat, AB., David and Dianne of Paradise, NL., Jeannie and John of Paradise, NL., and Dougie of St. John’s, NL. He was predeceased by his father-in-law, Douglas Hodder of St. Bernard’s, NL. Wes’ passions were his family, his friends and doing the many things he enjoyed. If a set of spoons were left on a table, everyone was sure to hear a good tune be played. A big supper was always cooked – anything anyone wanted at any time of the day. And we can’t forget his love of music. Anyone who knew Wes, knew that the music was always playing and he loved nothing more than a big crowd showing up for a good time. Along with being a devoted husband, father and grandfather, Wes worked for CP Rail for more than 30 years – a job that he loved. He went to work every morning with a smile on his face and a helping hand to give. He cherished his job and the wonderful people he worked with. From Newfoundland to Alberta (and beyond), Wes had an immense impact on those who knew him. The world may have gotten darker the day Wes left it but his light will shine on in those he loved, adored and cared for, forever. Those wishing to pay their respects may do at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Thursday, May 26, 2022, between 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.; Friday, May 27, 2022, between 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. as well as one hour prior to Vigil Prayers which will be recited at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Friday at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Saturday, May 28 at 1:00 pm. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting 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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