November 9, 2022

By Obituaries on November 9, 2022.

ELSIE SHYGERA

ELSIE SHYGERA October 14, 1939 November 5, 2022 Elsie Shygera of Medicine Hat, AB, formerly of Gouldtown, SK, passed away on November 5th, 2022, at the age of 83 years. She leaves to cherish her memory her daughters, Barb Petelle, Myrna (Michael) Stark; sons Michael (Janet) Shygera, Kevin (Tracy) Shygera; grandchildren, Nicholas Petelle, Matthew Stark, Nathan Stark, Zachary Stark, Joshua Stark, Dawson Shygera, Tyler Shygera, Trinity Shygera, and Gabriel Shygera; great-grandchild, Sophia Petelle; sisters, Alma (Alvin) Schapansky, Louella (Derrick) Henry; and numerous nieces and nephews. Elsie was predeceased by her husband, Jerry Shygera; grandson, Joel Petelle; and brother, Edward Dueck.
Elsie was born in Gouldtown, SK to Abe & Justina Dueck on October 14, 1939. She loved and attended school in Gouldtown, SK. In her youth, she worked in the Gouldtown General Store as a cashier. In 1959, Elsie met the love of her life and married Jerry Shygera, also of Gouldtown. There they purchased a farm and raised 4 children. For many years, Elsie drove the school bus, alongside her husband, as a relief driver. She was always busy on their farm gardening, cooking, baking, entertaining, and running meals out to the field, which was always the highlight of the day. Elsie loved to sing in her church choir, she taught Sunday school and enjoyed being involved in church events with her ladies’ group. Elsie and Jerry loved to travel and especially enjoyed vacationing in Hawaii. One of her most exciting journeys was to Alaska, with a caravan of friends, pulling a camper trailer and seeing Canada’s north.
Elsie started working at the Herbert Nursing Home as the kids became older and worked there for approximately 20 years. After Jerry passed away, Elsie stayed on the farm for another two years when she then sold the farm and moved to Medicine Hat to be closer to her children. Immediately, Elsie became involved in Hillcrest Church in Medicine Hat and again became involved in the activities of her church including bible study groups coming to her home, volunteering with the bulletins, and as a church greeter. Elsie had many great neighbours whom she loved to visit with outside on her sundeck, admiring her flower garden. Elsie was an involved grandmother; with her grandson’s sporting activities, awards events, graduations, or joining the family for dinners. Elsie completely enjoyed watching her grandson’s activities whether it was BMX biking, hockey or playing baseball. Elsie could be seen in the stands cheering them on. She always had a smile for everyone and was one the kindest ladies you could ever meet.
The funeral service will be held at Hillcrest Church on Thursday, November 10th at 2PM with Pastor Steve Pahl officiating. Interment will take place prior to the funeral service in Herbert, SK. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so on Wednesday, November 9th, from 6-8PM at Grace Memorial.
Donations in Elsie’s memory may be made to Hillcrest Church – 3785 13 Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 1J2.
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

ALDA CROOYMANS

ALDA CROOYMANS 1933 – 2022 Alberta Antonetta Crooymans (nee Bouw), beloved wife of the late Tony Crooymans, passed away peacefully in Bow Island on Saturday, November 5, 2022 at the age of 88 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 1113 – 1 Street East, Bow Island on Friday, November 11, 2022 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 1113 – 1 Street East, Bow Island on Saturday, November 12, 2022 at 10:00 A.M. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com.
Those who are unable to attend and wish to view the service online may do so by visiting Alda’s obituary page on our website and clicking on the livestream link that will be available at 9:45 A.M. on Saturday, November 12, 2022. The livestream will begin at 10:00 A.M.
Alda is survived by daughter Marylene (Philip) Van Steekelenburg of Millicent and their children Emma and Aaron; sons John (Shawna) Crooymans of Bow Island and their children Sarah, Annaliese and Anthony (Janelle); Joseph (Margriet) Crooymans of Bow Island and their children Brennan (Lauren) great granddaughter Evelyn, Caytlin (Jordan), Morgan and Nathan; Andrew Crooymans and his children Andrea, Jessica, Mattias and Kyle. She is also survived by four sisters, three brothers, several sisters-in-law and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Tony, her parents and two sisters.
Alda was born on November 29, 1933 in Erp, Holland to Johannes and Petronella Bouw. She immigrated to Canada with her entire family in 1955. Alda and Tony were married on June 22, 1957 in Lethbridge. Together they worked for Bill and Helen Kizema in Warner until their move to Bow Island in the fall of 1960. They rented land until they purchased their own land in 1964. Alda and Tony were blessed with four children, who all farm. She enjoyed sewing, with her children and grandchildren benefitting from her talent. Later in life she sewed comfort blankets to be given to the patients in the local hospital. Alda also enjoyed weaving and wheat weaving, many woven scarfs and wheat weavings were given away. She enjoyed judging at rural fairs and gardening, taking special care of her roses. Alda also enjoyed walking. After retiring from farming, Alda and Tony built a new home and spent much of their time landscaping the yard. They enjoyed travelling and spent all their time together. Alda and Tony enjoyed dancing. Mom welcomed anyone into her home for a visit, always having soup and sandwiches ready to serve them. She enjoyed having family gatherings, mom loved her family and they loved her in return.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Alda’s name may be directly to the Bow Island Health Centre Foundation Bag 3990, Bow Island Alberta T0K 0G0 or the Pleasant View Lodge Bag 6700, Bow Island, Alberta T0K 0G0.

BETTY JEAN KAUFMAN

BETTY JEAN KAUFMAN 1937 ~ 2022 It is with heavy hearts that family of Betty Kaufman announce her sudden passing at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Saturday, November 5, 2022, at the age of 85 years. Betty was born on Monday, January 4, 1937, to parents Rupert and Libby Cann (nee Bassett) in Redcliff, Alberta. She grew up and lived in Redcliff her entire life, marrying the love of her life, Mainus Kaufman on May 16, 1962, at St Ambrose Church. Betty worked at Dominion Glass for 10 years and was a custodian at the Redcliff Legion as well as Margaret Wooding School for 22 years. A pet lover who enjoyed a good joke and had no filter, always kept those around her on their toes with her remarks. Betty loved animals and had many beloved pets throughout the years. She also enjoyed painting, camping, curling and volunteering with the Lionettes and with Meals on Wheels. Treasured memories include a trip to the Caribbean, Brandson and few trips to Las Vegas. Betty leaves to treasure her memory her son, Stuart Kaufman and daughter, Angela Lunseth (Calvin); granddaughters, Jennessa Kaufman, Tasia Kaufman, Hayley Lunseth and Tori Lunseth. Betty was predeceased by her husband, Mainus; sister, Margaret Duxbury (nee Cann); brother, Bill Cann; mother, Libby Cann and father, Rupert Cann. At the family’s request, Betty’s life will be celebrated privately by family and close friends at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel at a future date. Donations can be made in Betty’s name to the S.P.C.A., 55 Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting 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”

ED LARSON

ED LARSON Dec. 17, 1932 – Nov. 5, 2022 Edwin “Ed” Melvin Larson of Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully at Masterpiece Southland Meadows on Saturday, November 5, 2022, at the age of 89. He grew up at Manyberries and lived many years at Irvine before retiring to Medicine Hat. Ed was predeceased by his wife, Clara Jane (Deering) Larson; parents Louie Larson and Julia (Davey) Weiss as well as all of his siblings. He survived by his sister-in-law, Esther Larson, nieces and nephews as well as his extended Larson and Deering families. The family would like to extend much gratitude to everyone who cared for Ed through the last number of years. Special thanks to the staff at Masterpiece Southlands for their outstanding care and compassion during his stay there. The Graveside Celebration of Ed’s life will be held at Hillside Cemetery on Thursday, November 10, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. Those wishing to attend should gather at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., on Thursday between 10:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Ed’s Graveside Service will be live streamed. Anyone who is not able to attend but wishes to be a part of the service can visit http://www.cooksouthland.com and select the view broadcast button on the Home Page at service time. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting 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”

DENNIS OAKLEY

1948 ~ DENNIS OAKLEY ~ 2022
Dennis Oakley of Bow Island passed away on Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at the age of 74 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.

PATTISON FUNERAL HOME
AND CREMATORIUM
540 South Railway St. SE,
Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

RICHARD SIFTON

1945 ~ RICHARD SIFTON ~ 2022 Richard Sifton of Bow Island passed away on Monday, November 7, 2022 at the age of 77 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. To leave a message of condolence you may visit

PATTISON FUNERAL HOME
AND CREMATORIUM
540 South Railway St. SE,
Medicine Hat T1A 4C2
http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.

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