July 30, 2022

1946 ~ RICHARD McDONALD ~ 2022

It is with great sadness that the family of Richard Wilson McDonald announce his passing on Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at the age of 76 years. Richard was born May 13th, 1946 at Cornwall, Ontario, son of Athol and Edna McDonald. Rick was a “travelling man”, and the song, “I’ve Been Everywhere Man”, pretty much describes him. He loved driving, travelling, and seeing new places. His work life allowed him to travel far and wide, from Melville Island in the cold north to Indonesia in the heat, as well as extensively in Canada and the USA. Driving many miles for his jobs did not dampen his enthusiasm for travelling; family vacations always involved him chauffeuring the family to Ontario and B.C, or elsewhere. Rick and Dodie were married in 1974. They were blessed with a daughter, Kimberlie, in 1975 and a son, Adam, in 1978. Rick loved his family deeply, including his grandchildren who brought him great joy. He will forever be watching over Ben, Erin, Sinjin, Owen, Brody, Arizona, Meadow, and Mace; as well as great granddaughter, Lexi. Rick leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife, Dodie; his daughter, Kimberlie (Dwayne) Soper; son, Adam (Keri Robinson); his grandchildren and great grandchild. He is also survived by his sister, Dianne (John) Angus; mother-in-law, Mildred Fleming; as well as cousins, extended family, nieces and nephews, and many cherished friends. Rick had a great sense of humour which never failed him even through his many health issues. Happy fishing and happy trucking Rick. The Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 30, 2022 at 11:00 am at the Royal Canadian Legion, 702 2 St SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 0E1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Richard McDonald. 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.

1957 ~ SHERRY ELIZARDO ~ 2022

Sherry Lynne Elizardo of Medicine Hat, passed away on Thursday, July 21st, 2022 at the age of 65 years. The Funeral Service was held yesterday 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 Sherry Elizardo. 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.

FLORENCE ANN THACKER (nee HECK)

 

Florence Ann Thacker (nee Heck), affectionately known by her family as “Grandma Goose”, passed away peacefully surrounded by her children on Monday, July 25, 2022, at the age of 97 years . She was born on September 19, 1924, in Denzil Saskatchewan to Anna Maria Heck, sadly her father Hironymous Heck had passed before her birth. After several years of struggling on a widow’s pension and taking in sewing to make ends meet, a marriage was arranged with Andrew Volk of Burdett who had four children of his own. The newly blended Volk family were active members of the Catholic church community and attended the Jasmine school. Florence met her husband, George at a dance in Burdett. They were married in 1947 and raised six children; Lynn (Ute), Janis (Meryl) Goodfellow, Jim (Dalyce), Dale (Natalie), Diane (Tim) Main, and Richard. She was predeceased by George in 2019. Florence, with boundless energy, was able to do an incredible amount of work in the home as well as in the fields. In total, she helped raise thirteen grandchildren: Raimey, Nathan, Clint, Reed, Lawnie, Kassie, Martin, Emily, Kyle, Gavin, Brianne, Cam, and Danika. She was able to enjoy in total 24 great-grandchildren. Florence was an avid ball player and curler. At the age of 50 she found her forever sport… GOLF. This passion for golf led George and Florence to Arizona for 17 winters. Florence never lost her “Heck” sense of humour even in the final years of her life. The family wish to extend their deepest thanks to the staff at the Bow Island Long Term Care facility and to the staff at the Pleasant View Lodge. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Burdett Hall on Thursday, August 4, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. Everyone is invited to wear their favorite Golf attire in honour of Florence. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the Bow Island and District Health Foundation c/o Long Term Care, Bow Island Health Centre, P.O. Bag 3990, Bow Island, Alberta, T0K 0G0 or the Pleasant View Lodge c/o Auxiliary Comfort Fund, P.O. Bag 6700, Bow Island, Alberta, T0K 0G0. (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”

RUSSEL HORNE

 

September 8, 1931~ July 28, 2022

 

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Russel Carl Horne, beloved husband of Pat Horne, on Thursday, July 28, 2022, at the age of 90. He is survived by five children: Brad (Sharon), Terry, Mark, Lindsay (Karen), and Dalyce. He was a proud grandfather to Nola (Landon) and their three children, Scarlett, Savanah and Lawson; Karissa, James, Andy (Tanya) and their daughter, Maisie; Rob (Amadea) and their son, Carson; Chloe (Pete), Eli (Michelle) and Liam (Maria). Russ was predeceased by his parents, Gordon and Clara (nee Duffield); brother, Don and sister, Midge. He was born in Medicine Hat on September 8, 1931, and spent his very early years in Medicine Hat and Redcliff before moving with his family to Turner Valley, AB. He married the love of his life, Patricia Bignell in 1955, and spent all his working life in the oil industry with time spent in Devon, Red Deer, Drayton Valley, Sundre, Bowden and Edson, before moving to Iran for two years in 1969 with their five children. Medicine Hat became their home in 1971, where Russ was instrumental in developing the shallow gas industry in the Medicine Hat area. He was a Charter & Lifetime member of the Medicine Hat Oilmen’s Association. In 1980, they moved to Kansas, spending time in Hutchinson and Topeka where Russ continued his career in the oil industry. Transferring back to Canada, they spent five years in Calgary before returning to Medicine Hat in 1988 to semi-retire with his own consulting company, retiring permanently in 1993. Russ enjoyed playing slow pitch, golf, gardening and playing cards in the evenings as well as dominos with friends. They enjoyed travelling throughout Canada and the United States before spending a decade of winters at Lake Havesu, Arizona where they met many good friends. When they got married, Russ promised Pat that they would travel and see the world, he kept his promise. The family would like to thank the following for their care and compassion: Home Care, Dr, Cathy Horsman, Dr. Bill Ruzycki, Dr. Murtaza Amirali, Shauna Mitchell and the nurses on 5 West. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Medicine Hat Golf and Country Club, 947 Pigeon Street NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta on Sunday, July 31, 2022, at 2:00 pm. (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”