September 10, 2022

1937 ~ MARJORIE WOLSTENHOLME ~ 2022

We are saddened to announce the passing of Marjorie Ellen Wolstenholme on September 7, 2022. Marj was born to Howard and Gladys Clark on March 18, 1937 in Carman, Manitoba. Marj met her future husband Bob in Whitehorse, Yukon while both were serving in the Royal Canadian Air Force. They were married in 1957 in Lac la Biche, Alberta. To this union three children were born. They made their home in Stettler in 1978 and Marj retired from the ATB there in 1984. The pair have been enjoying life in Medicine Hat for the past 30 years with yearly anticipated visits to Mesquite, NV. Marj leaves to mourn her loss her husband of 65 years, Bob; children, Joanne (Collen) Bootsman, Blake Wolstenholme, and Dyan (Terry) Nims; six grandchildren, Karen (Phil) Zaugg, Matt (Melissa) Bootsman, Amberly (Daniel) Allers, Brandon Nims, Kyle (Kendra) Nims, Katie (Mark) Nims; 13 great-great grandchildren; one brother, Fred Clark and many other relatives and dear friends. There will be a Come and Go Tea on Saturday, September 24, 2022 from 2-5 pm at 24 East Glen Crt. SE, Medicine Hat, AB. In lieu of flowers, a donation to an animal rescue organization in Marj’s name would be appreciated. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Marj Wolstenholme. 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.

1939 ~ LOLITA ADAMS ~ 2022

Lolita Adams of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, September 4th, 2022 at the age of 82 years. She leaves to cherish her memory her granddaughter, Shianne Monti; great-granddaughter, Keightyn. Lolita was one of seven children, is now survived by one brother and one sister. She was predeceased by her parents; husband, Arnold; and son, Jonathan. She will be remembered silently by her family and her wish is to return to the Philippines. Memorial gifts in Lolita’s name may be made to the Veiner Centre, 225 Woodman Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3H2. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Lolita Adams. 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.

1951 ~ CHRYLE BASCOM ~ 2021

Chryle Fay Bascom (nee Finkbeiner), loving wife of Daryl Bascom, passed away suddenly, September 14th, 2021 at the age of 69 years. Chryle’s memory will live on through her children, Marla (Colin) Smith and their children, Codee, Cassidy, Carissa and Coy; Lane (Chantel) Bascom and their son Wiley; grandsons, Mason and Connor Appell; brother, Don (Darcy) Finkbeiner and their children, James and Randy; and all brother and sisters-in-law, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends. Chryle was predeceased by her parents, Sam and Marg Finkbeiner and daughter, Marti Appell. The Graveside service will be held at Redcliff Cemetery,700 Block of 2nd St. SW, Redcliff, AB on Saturday, September 10, 2022 at 1:00 pm. A social will be held following the graveside service at the Hamptons Hotel, 2510 Box Springs Blvd NW, Medicine Hat, AB. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Chryle Bascom. 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.

AL GYORKOS

 

A short time ago, family and friends gathered at Holy Family Parish to honour the life of a well respected and loved man. Al is now a part of a new welcoming committee looking down on those he loved.

 

Remember me in your heart,

Your thoughts and your memories.

For if you always think of me,

I will never have gone.

 

His Life Lived…

His Life Cherished…

His Life Honoured.

 

Courtesy of

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”

ARDIS HAUPT

1935 ~ 2022

 

Ardis Ann Haupt, beloved wife of the late Johnny Haupt, passed away at the Good Samaritan South Ridge Village in Medicine Hat on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, at the age of 86 years. A private family gathering will be held at a later date. (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”

1919 – FLORENCE VAN RIPER – 2022

Florence Van Riper of Medicine Hat, passed away on September 5, 2022, at the age of 103 years, beloved wife of the late Leslie Van Riper. She leaves to cherish her memory her sons, Doug (Gloria), Jim (Irene), Brian and Terry; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Leslie; two sons, Richard and Eugene; a daughter-in-law Judy, as well as four sisters and three brothers. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Monday, September 12, 2022, at 1:30 p.m. with Life Celebrant David Townsend officiating. The service will be live streamed. Those who wish to attend virtually, please visit pattisonfuneralhome.com and select live streaming, then select youtube (arrow). Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. 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

KATHLEEN DIVEL

 

Family and friends gathered together at Hillside Cemetery to celebrate the life of an amazing woman. Laughter could be heard and memories were shared about Kathy’s life… her journey will not be forgotten.

 

If all the world were ours to give,

We would give it all and more,

Just to see your smiling face,

Come walking through the door.

 

Her Life Lived…

Her Life Cherished…

Her Life Honoured.

 

Courtesy of

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”

PAUL WINTERS

 

Mr. Lubbert Paul Winters passed away in Red Deer on Monday, August 29, 2022, at the age of 60 years. A private service will be held at a later date. (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”

ROSALIE NAMETH

1953 ~ 2022

 

With very sad hearts, we write this to let family and friends know of the passing of Rosalie (Dody) Marleen Nameth, of Medicine Hat, on September 4, 2022, after a courageous battle against cancer. She was born on October 24, 1953 in Virden, Manitoba and lived most of her life in Fort Qu’Appelle and Indian Head, Saskatchewan. She was predeceased by her parents, Lillian and John Miller and brother, Kenneth Miller. Rosalie is survived by her two children: daughter, Alicia (Ken) Willoughby and son, Quinton Nameth and their father, Sonny Nameth (Kathy Dally) as well as her two granddaughters, Zaynna and Shyah Willoughby, who were the light of her life. She is also survived by five siblings, Ronald Miller, Joanna Clement, Karen (Ervin) Phillips, Lillian (Fred Paus) Miller and Catherine Miller; sister-in-law, Pat Miller as well as numerous nieces and nephews and special friend, Jackie Willoughby. A private family memorial will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers and cards, donations in Rosalie’s name may be made directly to AJ’s Loan Cupboard, PO Box 45006, Mackenzie Drugs Postal Outlet, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0B1 or you can e-transfer to donations@ajsloancupboard.ca; as they provide medical equipment to anyone who needs it free of charge. (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”

SANDERSON

 

James Harold Sanderson, age 96, passed away peacefully with his daughter at his side on August 13, 2022 in Maple Creek, Saskatchewan. He had spent the day visiting with his family as his children, five grandchildren and three of ten great grandchildren were present.

Jim was born in the farmhouse north of Piapot on 28 July 1926 to Leot and Marie Sanderson. Jim had an older sister Kathleen and a younger brother Lyle. He attended Cambrai School for Grades one thru six.

In 1938 the Sanderson family moved south to Vance McCarthy’s N3C Ranch. Jim spent his teenage years on this Ranch taking Grades 7 thru 10 by correspondence. He attended Piapot School for Grades 11 and 12, boarding with Pete and Gladys Glascock during winter months. The friendship of their son Clarence and Jim endured for over 75 years!!

Jim learned to drive when he was 12 years old. He bought himself an old Model T Ford at age 14 followed by a 1927 Chevy. Jim took the two vehicles and created a new one to drive to and from Piapot School.

Teaching her first year was the pretty, new school teacher Helen Altman at Stillwater School. Helen would be walking to Mac and Mae Jensens where she was boarding at the same time Jim was heading home from Piapot. Jim offered her a ride in his homemade jalopy. She was brave enough to get in – guess it couldn’t have been all that bad riding in his jalopy as Helen agreed to marry him several years later!!

In the fall of 1946 Jim went to Tech in Calgary to become an Industrial Electrician. On October 26, 1947 Jim and Helen were married in a double wedding with Helen’s sister Betty and Art Nargang on the Altman farm south of Parkbeg. Helen and Jim returned to Calgary, boarding with Isabel and Perce Aikenhead while Jim finished school and Helen did substitute teaching.

Upon graduation in 1948, Jim and Helen returned to Piapot to take up ranching. Jim began building a herd of Hereford cattle – a breed he always believed looked the very best on the green pasture background of Rainbow Valley Ranch!

Helen and Jim were blessed with a daughter Dianne and a son Vance. Eventually the family grew with the addition of five grandchildren. Vance began his ranching career by joining his Dad, working side by side for many years. Jim`s passion for inventing or adding items to enhance his machinery’s performance or building things for the house or in the garden so it would “work better” continued throughout his life.

Jim participated in his community as a Skibbereen School Trustee, in Piapot United Church, President of Piapot Wheat Pool Committee, President of 76 Grazing Coop, coach of Piapot Baseball Team, and Board member of Jasper Cultural and Historical Center. Jim and Helen enjoyed curling at Skull Creek and Piapot Curling Rinks. In later years he watched curling on TV and he was a faithful fan of the Toronto Blue Jays.

Helen was well known for her beautiful flower garden. Jim helped her prepare the greenhouse, plant and pick the vegetables. Jim continued this love of gardening at his house in Maple Creek, growing flowers and a vegetable garden – but his real pride and joy was his rose garden especially when people stopped to admire it as they walked by. He was very proud when his yard was chosen Yard of the Week by Communities in Bloom in 2017.

Music was part of Jim’s life since childhood. Jim had the gift of “playing by ear.” Jim even started saxophone lessons at the young age of 75. In early years Jim played the piano for country dances; in later years he continued to provide those “old time tunes” for the enjoyment of others at SunGlo and Cypress Lodge. Another passion was dancing – from the country school dances to square dance and round dance lessons, Jim and Helen danced 2 and 3 times a week in Medicine Hat – they danced their way to the National Square and Round Dance Jamboree at the Pan Pacific Hotel in Vancouver.

To semi-retire Helen and Jim purchased a winter home in Medicine Hat, returning to the Ranch for the summer months. When Helen’s health failed they moved to a home in Maple Creek. Helen passed away in 1998.

Jim’s love of music and dancing had him find a new dance partner in Dorothy (McFaul) Walmark. Jim and Dorothy were married September 23, 2006 in Maple Creek. They continued their mutual enjoyment of music and dancing at the Moose Lodge, their favorite the famous Danceland at Manitou Beach, Sask and Great Canadian Barn Dance at Hill Spring, Alberta. Dorothy passed away in 2017.

Jim continued living in his Maple Creek home, gardening, and doing his own cooking and cleaning until October 2021 when he injured his back requiring a move to Cypress Lodge Assisted Living with his final two weeks spent in Long Term Care.

Jim leaves to cherish his memory his daughter Dianne Ferguson and her children Melanie (Hans) Zieffle and Heidi (Kirk) Mack, Drinnan, Relaile, and Dritan; his son Vance (Pamela) Sanderson and their children, Eric (Terri) Sanderson, Brenna and Sloane; Peter (Kristen) Sanderson, Jack, Emily, and Olivia; Laura (Rich) Girard, Haillie and Matthew; his step daughter Carol Wambeke; as well as Carol Sanderson, June and Don Ferguson, Gladys Altman, Gail Altman, Fern Wudrich, Evie Meston, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, September 17 at 2 pm in Maple Creek United Church. A private family interment will take place at later date.

Friends who wish, may remember Jim with a donation to the Jasper Cultural and Historical Center in Maple Creek.

Condolences may be offered to the family at http://www.binkleysfuneralservice.com

WAYNE LEACH

 

Mr. Wayne Leach passed away in Medicine Hat on Saturday, August 27, 2022, at the age of 78 years. Wayne will be silently remembered by family and friends. (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”