June 9, 2022
By Obituaries on June 9, 2022.
DENNIS SEHER 1942 ~ 2022 It is with sadness and celebration that the family of Dennis Dale Seher, beloved husband of Beulah ‘Bea’ Seher, announce his passing in Medicine Hat on Friday, June 3, 2022, at the age of 80 years following a courageous battle with Alzheimers. Along with Beulah, his beloved wife of 58 years, Dennis will be lovingly remembered in the hearts of his children, Denise and Beau-J (Leanne); fondly remembered by granddaughter, Olivia and grandson, Benjamin; brother, Gary (Judy) as well as his extended family. Dennis was predeceased by his parents, Peter and Clara. He enjoyed a lifelong career as an electrician, an Electrical Instructor at SAIT, a Provincial Electrical Inspector as well as working for the City of Medicine Hat in the Electrical Department. Dennis had a love for genealogy leaving a legacy of four family books. He was an avid reader, enjoyed fishing, gardening, curling and lawn bowling. The family wish to thank Dr. Monty and the staff at Riverview Care Centre for the devoted care of Dennis. A Celebration of Dennis’ life will be privately celebrated by the family at a later date. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) If friends so desire, donations in Dennis’ memory may be made directly to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta, #306, 10430 – 61 Avenue N.W., Edmonton, AB., T6H 2J3. 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"
MAXINE LEEDAHL February 27, 1925 – June 2, 2022
Maxine Leedahl passed away on June 2, 2022, at the age of 97 years. She will be remembered by her son Brian Leedahl, daughter Cathy Leedahl, daughter-in-law Joanne Notley, sister Nancy Cutting, sisters-in-law Lois Leedahl and Gladys Osborne, brothers-in-law Allan (Laurette) Leedahl and Gerry Kolen; her grandchildren Jacquie Leedahl, Shari Leedahl (Linus Clark), David Leedahl, Stacey Leedahl (Cam McRuvie), Jillian Bocking and Heather Bocking; six great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Maxine was predeceased by her husband Cliff in 2002, son Doug Leedahl in 2018, grandson Jeff Leedahl in 2022; her parents Archie and Lillian Cross, sisters Dorine White and Elaine Spence, their spouses Don White and Lisle Spence and brother-in-law Jack Cutting. She was also predeceased by Cliff’s sisters Violet Wood and her husband Ken, Marie McConnell and her husband Ross, and Delores Kolen; Cliff’s brother Wilf Leedahl and brother-in-law George Osborne. Maxine was the eldest daughter of Archie and Lillian Cross of Fiske, Saskatchewan. She attended secretarial school in Saskatoon and that is where she met and married Cliff and raised their three children. Maxine enjoyed gatherings with family and friends; Christmas being her favorite holiday. Max and Cliff enjoyed camping and in retirement they spent summers travelling in their 5th wheel and winters were spent “down south” with family and friends. Maxine will be remembered for the great homemaker and cook she was, and her talent for all kinds of needlework, knitting, crocheting, quilting and sewing. The family would like to thank all of Maxine’s caregivers at Timberstone Mews in Red Deer for their care and kindness. There will be no funeral by request. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Maxine Leedahl, 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
MYRNA ELIZABETH IRONSIDE 1951 ~ 2022
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Myrna Ironside on May 22nd, 2022. She is survived by her soul mate, husband, Derrick; sister, Mabel (Murray) Pike of Red Deer; cousins, nieces and nephews; godchildren; Derrick's family; as well as countless friends. There is comfort in knowing that she is reunited with her beloved, talented daughter, Megan; her parents, John and Louise Pickering; and her brother, David Pickering. Myrna was born May 29, 1951, she grew up in the Red Deer area, graduating high school in 1969 and the University of Alberta in 1972. In her first year of university, (although they knew each other before) Myrna and Derrick started dating. They were married June 3rd, 1972 and that same year they relocated to Likoma Island, Malawi, East Africa to teach for two years. This adventure was their catalyst to travel, somewhere near 50 countries around the world. Upon returning to Canada, and following a stint in Red Deer, they settled in Medicine Hat. Myrna returned to university (University of Lethbridge) to attain her education degree and was employed by the Medicine Hat Separate School Division until her retirement. Their daughter, Megan, was born shortly after graduation and Myrna's world revolved around her and teaching. Besides teaching and being a phenomenal mom, Myrna loved singing in St. Mary's Choir, Musical Theatre and Firehall Theatre. She performed in numerous plays, and also directed many, often with Megan in them. Myrna may have been small in stature but she was a giant in energy—building self-esteem and creativity. In 2008, the sudden passing of her dear Megan took its toll. Myrna continued to participate in theatre and to travel; but her natural vim and vigour was gone. A Celebration of Myrna’s life will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta on June 10, 2022 at 1:00 pm with Pastor Shane Hein officiating. Those wishing to remember Myrna may donate to The Canadian Diabetes Association, 1400-522 University Avenue, Ontario, M5G 2R5. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Myrna Ironside.
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.
STAN FOREMAN
1938 ~ 2022 We remember Stanley “Stan” Foreman (84), who passed into Jesus’ waiting arms on June 6, 2022. Known throughout Southern Alberta as “Stan the Carpet Man”, Stan led a selfless life of love and care for others, particularly in Medicine Hat.
Stan is survived by his loving bride of 61 years, Beatrice, who together built a wonderful family of 3 sons: Daryl (Sue), Kevin (Colette), and Owen (Jaime) Foreman; 2 daughters: Colleen (Kerry) Wasilow and Carolann (Mike) Janzer. Stan’s love extends forever to his 13 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren and his surviving siblings, Ken (Jeanne) Foreman and Shirley Rush.
Stan was born in Chauvin, Alberta on April 7, 1938, and attended Canadian Bible College in Regina where he met Bea. He started his career as a pastor for many small-town churches throughout British Columbia, Saskatchewan and Montana, eventually working in the carpet industry to provide for his growing family. In 1974, he and Bea moved to Medicine Hat to join Kulpe Karpets as part owner, Partner, and General Manager. Then in 1985, he and business partner, Ken Straarup, founded Main Floor Carpets, a thriving enterprise in southeastern Alberta, where he worked and served the community for over 30 years until his retirement in 2016.
Stan attended Hillcrest Evangelical Church for the past 48 years.
We would like to thank all the staff at Masterpiece Retirement for their care and attention of Stan.
All are welcome to attend a celebration of Stan’s life which will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W. on Sunday, June 12, 2022, at 11a.m. A time of fellowship will follow in the Cook Southland Reception Facility with interment thereafter at Hillside Cemetery. Stan’s celebration will be live streamed. Those wishing to experience his service may visit http://www.cooksouthland.com and select the view broadcast button on the homepage at service time.
In memory of Stan, we encourage donations to Parkinson’s Canada https://donate.parkinson.ca/site/Donation2 (1-800-565-3000) (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"
THERESA COLE
1935 – 2022
Our lives changed forever when our beautiful Mom and Nana, Theresa Cole graduated to Heaven on June 5, 2022. Our hearts will miss her deeply, but knowing that she is dancing with Jesus, resting and soaking in His presence, and reunited with deeply missed loved ones, gives us peace that surpasses all understanding. She leaves to cherish her memory and her amazing legacy, her daughters, Danielle (Jim) Williams, Francine Cole and her son, Robert (Bob) (Nicole) Cole; grandchildren, Lora (Cory), Carollyne (Josh), Karl, Tanner (Jenna), Joshua and Elisha; great grandchildren, Ashton, Kohen, Camryn, Dylan, Brooklyn, Brody, Blake, Ainsley and Zeke; numerous nieces and nephews. She always greeted each one of them with her “Hi Sweetheart,” and “how’s my handsome boy” or “my beautiful girl today”. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, June 10 @ 11:00 am at First Assembly of God – 395 9 St SE, Medicine Hat with Pastor Aaron Pardy officiating. Donations in Theresa’s memory may be made to Jewish Voice at http://www.jewishvoice.org.
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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