September 28, 2022

By Obituaries on September 28, 2022.

1981 – LESLIE MCLENNAN – 2022

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Leslie Lynne McLennan on Wednesday, September 20, 2022, at the age of 41 years. Leslie was born into the arms of her parents, Archie (Millie) McLennan and Cherry McLennan, in Medicine Hat, August 14, 1981. Leslie was watched over by her older sister, Kelly McLennan, her entire life. Three years after her birth, she was blessed to have her brother, Ian McLennan, to share her life with. Her cat, Snowball, joined the family to provide endless cuddles. In high school, she gained a Finnish exchange-student sister, Vilma Karkkainen. Leslie was also known as Les, Lettuce, Lechuga, Banner, Lester, and it goes on (to disclose more would make her apoplectic!). Leslie was loved by her extended family including stepbrothers, Jason (Maya) Becker and Dwayne (Jessica) Becker; grandfather, Tom Spence; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins; as well as family members who have predeceased her. Throughout her life she was known to befriend her friend’s children, and they became a part of her family. She had a special connection with Erin Vossler and her three beautiful girls, Tala, Elei, and Sina; who brought absolute joy and love into Leslie’s life. Together they played, danced, and had sleepovers letting the cares of the outer world fade away. No words can express the loss and heartache her passing has caused. Leslie was a smiley, kind-hearted, vibrant, friendly, hard-working, smart, strong, hilarious (and don’t tell her otherwise, as she’ll again become apoplectic), passionate, and caring person. She had a gift of quickly making connections with people, which is why she made friends wherever her life took her. When Leslie walked into a room, she had smiles and hugs for everyone! Leslie was a McCoy Highschool ’99 Grad, and later completed her degree in Kinesiology at the U of R. Following her schooling, she worked extensively in the service industry – Medicine Hat, Calgary, and the Shuswap, sprinkled with bouts of travelling overseas. She taught English in Progreso, Mexico and Masan, Korea. She backpacked Fiji, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, and Panama. She looked back on these times as some of her most precious years. Changing gears in 2012, she moved back to Medicine Hat, obtained her Class 1, and began working in the male dominated, oil and gas and seasonal construction industries. Leslie paved the way for other female workers because on more than one occasion she joined teams who had never had a female work with them. Throughout her life, Leslie excelled in sports. As a child, she was a competitive Salta gymnast. In her early adult years, she captained the MHC Rattler Women’s Soccer team and was offered a scholarship to play and captain the University of Regina Cougars. Her strength in soccer inspired the men’s team, which is how she deservedly earned the name Banner. Leslie, albeit strong, was also gentle and ever so thoughtful. She wanted to make a difference in our world. Through the many, many incredible people she touched in her short life with her passion, smiles, laughs, quick wit, and twinkling eyes her memory, spirit, and influence will live on. Leslie you are loved forever and always. The Memorial Service will be held at the Carriage House, Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede Grounds 2055 – 21 Avenue SE Medicine Hat, Alberta, on Friday, September 30th, 2022 at 2:00 pm with Reverend Dr. Shane Andrus 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 Leslie’s memorial page at the above date and time. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page for those participating remotely. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Mental Health Association, 204 – 1865 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 1Z8 or to the Medicine Hat Community Foundation of South Eastern Alberta, 104, 430 – 6th Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Leslie McLennan. 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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GLENN MORRISON
1934 – 2022
Mr. Glenn Morrison of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Joyce Morrison, passed away peacefully at St. Therese Villa on Sunday, September 25, 2022, at the age of 87 years.
Glenn is survived by his wife Joyce Elaine, sons Dr. Robert James Holdsworth (Carole) and David Glenn, daughters Dr. Janet Elaine (Norm) Welch and Helen Margaret (David) Maze. He is also survived by his grandchildren Zachary Morrison, Alastair Morrison, Emily (Brandon) Morrison, Katie (Brandon) Fooks, Christopher (Haley) Welch, Juliet Morrison and Nicolas Morrison, and his sister Helen Thomson. He was predeceased by his parents Dr. James Douglas Morrison and Phyllis Helen Morrison and his sister Marjory.
Glenn was born in Medicine Hat, Alberta December 29, 1934. He pursued his dream of year-round golf by attending the University of British Columbia. While at UBC he met Joyce. They were married August 30, 1958.
Glenn practiced law in Lethbridge for 44 years, first with Virtue and Company and later with Torry Lewis Abells. For many years he travelled to Milk River and Warner on Thursdays to the Virtue and Company Branch office. He was the Federal Crown Prosecutor in Southern Alberta for many years and a Sitting Justice of the Peace for the Provincial Court of Alberta from 1995 – 2004. He was designated King’s Counsel in 1993. He was a board member for the Lethbridge Public Library, Lethbridge Community Foundation and an honorable member of the Legal Archives Society of Alberta.
Glenn’s happy place was Beaver Mines. He and Joyce built their bungalow in 1974. His favourite days were spent puttering around the cabin and hiking in the Castle valley with his family and friends. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
A Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 am, on Friday, September 30, 2022 at ST. AUGUSTINES ANGLICAN CHURCH, 411 11 St S, Lethbridge, Alberta with Canon James Robinson and Reverend Gillian Breckenridge, officiating.
Flowers are gratefully declined. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Augustine’s Endowment Fund, 411 11 St S, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1J 2N9, The Legal Archives Society of Alberta, https://legalarchives.ca/donors/ or the Beaver Mines Community Association, Box 1896, Pincher Creek, AB T0K 1W0.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.¥

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KATHERINE STEIER

1928-2022
lt is with great sadness and much love, the family of Katherine Steier (nee Helfrich) announce her passing on September 26, 2022, at the age of 94. She was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Paul, in 2009. She was also predeceased by parents Frank and Catherine (Ashenbrenner) Helfrich; five siblings Mary, Joseph, Jake, Anne, and Elizabeth.
Katherine leaves to cherish her memory two children June (Jerry) Gizen and Lloyd (Marilyn) Steier; five grandchildren Jason Gizen, Jeremy (Trisha) Gizen, Janelle (Brad) Moch; Paul Steier, Adam (Amber) Steier; ten great-grandchildren, Roman, Volodja & Andreanna Gizen, Grace, Mae & Benjamin Gizen, Cade & Lucy Moch, and Esme Steier; two step great- grandchildren Bo (Kristen) Morgan & Cole (Donna) Morgan & children Aurora, Bayne, Ember. She will also be missed by numerous nieces and nephews.
Katherine was born on June 14, 1928, in Prelate Saskatchewan where she resided happily for most of her life, later living in Leader at both the Chinook courts and Western Seniors home. In addition to raising a family and maintaining a household she worked full time for over 40 years–mostly in healthcare–first at the Prelate Hospital then at Leader Union Hospital when Prelate closed. She would often work a full day shift at times such as Christmas and somehow still manage to prepare amazing holiday dinners for family and friends. She often recounted stories of her early years working in Prelate, when often she was the only one on duty for the evening or night shift, she dealt with many facets of healthcare. She took much satisfaction in being a caregiver and her greatest joys were helping with the birth of babies and taking care of children. She treasured her grandchildren and loved every moment spent with them.
The family is especially appreciative of the "culture of caring" that exists in the communities of Prelate and Leader– particularly the Seniors home.
In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make memorial donations in Katherine's name to either the Western Senior Citizens Home, Leader Sk., S0N 1H0; or Diabetes Canada (on-line or to the Regina Office 919B Albert St. S4R 2P6).
A Celebration of Katherine’s Life will be held on Monday, October 3, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at the Little Flower Catholic Church, 308 Main St. West, Leader, SK, with Father Prince officiating. The service may also be viewed on-line through the Little Flower Church Facebook page. A private burial will follow later at the Prelate Cemetery.

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MARYLYN BANEK (GRIMSHAW)

April 28th, 1947 – September 23rd, 2022

Our dear Mom, grandmother and great grandmother went to be with the Lord on Friday, September 23rd, 2022, at the age of 75 years, in Medicine Hat, Alberta. Her memory will be cherished by her five children, Kerry (Brent) Barrett, Karen (Bruce) Logan, Koreen Banek (Dennis), Kevin (Candice) Banek and Kristy (Dann) Bergdahl; five grandchildren; two great grandchildren; along with her two brothers, Allen and Trevor Grimshaw; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Marylyn loved spending time with family and friends, crafting, decorating, gardening, shopping, and baking. These times spent together will always be cherished.
Marylyn spent many years helping in Women’s Ministries at the Phoenix Safe House, volunteered at The Dream Centre and served on the Medicine Hat Transit board.
A visitation will be held at Grace Memorial on Wednesday, September 28th 6pm-8pm. A private graveside service will be held on Thursday, September 29th. A public luncheon will follow at First Assembly of God Church @ 2:00pm. Donations in Marylyn’s memory may be made to Medicine Hat Women’s Shelter Society by visiting http://www.mhwss.ca. 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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PAULINE TARNASKE

Pauline Tarnaske of Cochrane, AB sadly passed away at the age of 51 years. She leaves behind her mother, Annie Booth; sister, Bernice(Stephen) Liepert; nephew, Jesse Liepert; her fur baby, Lexie; and numerous aunts, uncles , and cousins. She was predeceased by both fathers, Oscar Tarnaske and Gerald Booth as well as all grandparents. Pauline worked in dental industry her whole career and liked to hike, travel and spend time with her dog. Special thank you to Greg Lance for his friendship and compassion. A Funeral Service is undecided at this time. To view and share photos, condolences and memories of Pauline, please visit http://www.choicememorial.com.

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