July 27, 2022

By Obituaries on July 27, 2022.

1937 – MABEL SCHAFER – 2022

It is with great sadness that the family of Mrs. Mabel Inez Schafer announce her passing on Saturday, July 23, 2022, beloved wife of the late Emanuel Schafer who passed away on February 22, 2000. She leaves to cherish her memory two sons, Lyle (Annemari) and Arlen (Sheila); four grandchildren, Anita (Kelly) Herter and their children, Talyssa and Kierra; Allan Schafer, Perry (Michelle) Schafer and their children Chet, Dawson and Nolan; Candice (Randy) Hintz and their children, Hunter and Chase; one brother, Melvin (Gloria) Walker; two sisters-in-law, Kathryn Schafer and Shirley Winkler as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Ralph and Martha Walker; her infant daughter, Roxane on December 1, 1964; her parents-in-law, Alexander and Matilda Schafer; brothers and sisters-in-law, John Schafer, Rosie (Adam) Rieder, Elizabeth (Andrew) Schile, Adam Schafer, Dan Schafer and Sally (Henry) Fischer. Mabel was born July 6, 1937, in Medicine Hat, Alberta to Ralph and Martha Walker. She grew up on a farm west of Hilda attending Mantz School about ½ a mile away from the farm. On November 3, 1955, she married Emanuel Schafer of Schuler. They moved to the former Ed LaPoint place east of Schuler and together began their farm life. They were joined by their sons Lyle (1956) and Arlen (1958). Mabel was a great cook, baker and kept an immaculate house. She always had a big garden, chickens and milk cows. She adored her grandchildren and had nicknames for each of them. Mabel and Emanuel semi-retired to Medicine Hat in March 1996. Her yard in the Hat was full of flowers. Mabel enjoyed going for coffee with her friends and shopping. She moved to Meadowlands and spent her final years at Riverview Long Term Care Centre. Her family would like to thank the caregivers for the great care Mabel received at both places. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Thursday, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Friday from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday, July 29, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant David Townsend officiating. 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 in the Hillside Cemetery. Those who wish to remember Mabel with a donation, may do so to the Alzheimer Society, Alberta and Northwest Territories https://alzheimer.ca. To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.
Funeral Arrangements are by the
PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

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1957 ~ SHERRY ELIZARDO ~ 2022

Sherry Lynne Elizardo of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of Walter Elizardo, passed away on Thursday, July 21st, 2022, at the age of 65 years. She also leaves to cherish her memory her children, Lindsay (Jay) Patton and Colin Elizardo; grandchildren, Wyatt Patton and Reid Patton; brother, Corey (Holli) Friesz; sister, Pam (Glen) Klaiber; sister-in-law, Barb Friesz; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Edwin and Tena Friesz; daughter, Tina Maria Elizardo and brother, Rick Friesz. Sherry was born and raised in Medicine Hat, where she met her husband, Walter and developed many lifelong friendships. Sherry cherished Sunday family suppers with her family, especially spending time with her grandchildren. She enjoyed playing cards with friends and camping in the summer months. Sherry found great enjoyment in working in recreation at the Good Samaritan, where she continued to work until her passing. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so on Thursday, July 28th, 2022 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5, on Friday, July 29th, 2022 at 1:30 pm with Pastor Dallas Hjorth officiating. If unable to attend, family and friends are welcome to participate via livestream by logging on to http://www.saamis.com and joining the live webcast on Sherry’s memorial page five minutes prior to the above date and time. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page and those participating remotely. Internment will take place at Hillside Cemetery on Saturday, July 30th, 2022, at 11:00 am. Memorial gifts in Sherry’s memory may be made to a c harity of your choice. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading: Sherry Elizardo. 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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FLORENCE THACKER

1924 ~ 2022

Mrs. Florence Thacker, beloved wife of the late George Thacker, passed away peacefully at the Bow Island Health Centre on Monday, July 25, 2022, at the age of 97 years. Further announcements will follow upon completion of the funeral 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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GISELA ANDERSON

1945 ~ 2022

Gisela “Auntie” Anderson was welcomed into heaven on July 15, 2022, at the age of 77 years after courageously battling through health concerns over the last year. She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter Sarah (Ryan Bowley) Anderson, siblings Lila (Erwin) Klose, Bert (Janet) Trudering, Harry (Anna) Truderung, and Hella (Eugen) Striefler; also treasuring her memory are her special nephew & niece Andreas & Kim (Lucy & Judah) Striefler and Renate & Clark (Brody & Mikayla) Kurpjuweit. As well as numerous deeply loved nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Ludwig and Martha Truderung and sister Irene (Gustav) Schaefe and Kenneth Anderson. Gisela was born in Walle, Germany, on June 17, 1945; at the age of 8 she immigrated with her family to Medicine Hat where they made their family home. Her greatest joy came with the birth of her only child, Sarah. Gisela was a loving mother and best friend to her daughter and was so proud of her. Friends and family played an important role in Gisela’s life, she treasured all of their times spent together. Gisela found joy in nature while on long walks, tending to her flowers, reading, and diving into suduko. She adored babies and had a special place in her heart for Brody and Mikayla, spending countless hours with them on “Auntie Days”. Throughout her career, she developed deep friendships and enjoyed success at City Bakery, Dom Glass Factory, IGA Deli, and over 20 years as Deli Manager at Nutter's. Upon Gisela’s request please honor her memory by sharing stories over a good meal and taking time to laugh. Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. A celebration of Gisela's life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, July 29, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. with a time of fellowship and refreshments immediately thereafter. Gisela’s service will be live streamed. Anyone wishing to experience the celebration can visit http://www.cooksouthland.com and select the View Broadcast Button on the homepage at service time. Donations in Gisela's memory can be made to “Prairie Gleaners Soup Charity”. (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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