September 29, 2022

By Obituaries on September 29, 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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NIKOLAUS HERMANN

March 26, 1938 ~ September 24, 2022

It is with a heavy heart that Linda announces her beloved husband, Nikolaus Hermann, went home to be with his Saviour on Saturday, September 24, 2022, at the age of 84 years. Left to honour Nick’s memory are his children, Kurt (Jodi) Hermann, Glenn (Laura) Hermann and Teresa (Jason) Milos;grandchildren, Christopher (Kaley) Hermann and their son, Kallan, Ryan (Jen) Hermann and their son, Colt, Brant (Maria) Hermann, Kylee (Brody) Hermann as well as Sara, Brooklyn, Nicole and Kayla Milos. Nick is also survived by his siblings, Pete (Myrna) Hermann, Ann Salik, Renate (Terry) Courts, Joe (Nadine) Hermann and Ben Hermann. He was predeceased by his parents, John and Eva Hermann and Monica Hermann; grandson, Kameron Hermann as well as his siblings, Tony Hermann, John Hermann, Adolf Hermann and Curt Hermann. Nick was born in Karamurat, Romania and went to trade school in Germany to be a butcher. He married Linda on July 3, 1965, at the German Catholic Church in Calgary. Nick worked at the Battery Factory in Calgary before settling in Bow Island on the farm where him and Linda raised their family. Playing soccer, cards, crib, curling, fishing, watching sports, especially hockey, were just a few of Nick’s hobbies. He was a Knights of Columbus member for many years as his faith was very important to him. Any get together with friends and family as well as entering into the AgExpo in Lethbridge where Nick won many awards for his grains and alfalfa, were some of his greatest achievements in his life. Nick had a hard shell but a warm heart; especially for his family, whom will miss him most dearly. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so starting one hour prior to the start of Vigil Prayers which will be recited at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 113 – 1 Street East, Bow Island, on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Michael’s Catholic Church on Thursday, September 29, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. with Father Wojciech Jarzecki celebrant. Interment will follow in the Bow Island Cemetery with a time of fellowship to follow thereafter at the Golden Age Club in Bow Island. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Nick’s name may be made directly to Diabetes Canada, 1300 – 522 University Avenue, Toronto, ON, M5G 2R5. (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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