November 18, 2022
By Obituaries on November 18, 2022.
DAVID PATRICK PELCHAT
DAVID PATRICK PELCHAT November 21, 1961 – October 29, 2022 David Pelchat, beloved husband of Margaret of Calgary, passed away at South Heath Campus Hospital on Saturday, October 29th at the age of 60. He was the loving spouse of Margaret; father of Belinda and Vivienne; sibling of John, Brian, Greg and Mike. He was predeceased by his mother Miriel Pelchat, father Gerry Pelchat, and step mother Ingrid Pelchat. Born in Brooks, AB. Raised on a government pheasant hatchery.The family invites you to make a donation to one of the following charities in their honour, in place of sending flowers. Veterans Association Food Bank, Mail cheque only to 640 28 St NE, Unit 1; Calgary, AB T2A 6R3, with memo ‘In memory of David Pelchat’; OR The Mustard Seed https://theseed.ca/donate/ ,102 11 Ave SE Calgary, AB T2G 0X5. A Celebration of Life will be held at Marlborough Community Association on Monday, November 21st from 12-3pm.
JULIA HABERLACK
1928 ~ JULIA HABERLACK ~ 2022
Julia Haberlack passed away on Thursday, November 10th, 2022 at the age of 94 years. Julia leaves to cherish her memory her children, Rod (Dolly) Haberlack, Arlene (Mike) Keck and Mary (Clarence Deck) Haberlack; daughter-in-law, Tania Haberlack-Dolan (Justin); grandchildren, Ryan (Meagan) Haberlack, Derek (Tanis) Haberlack, Ian (Danielle) Haberlack, Kris (Rhea) Keck, Jeff Keck, Cole Haberlack; Bob (Amanda) and Brendon (Heather) Deck, Connor and Aiden Dolan; great grandchildren, Sullivan, Lewis, Iris, Austin, Peyton, Hatchett, Gemma, Chase and Brooklyn; sisters, Irene Cote, Katie Lutz and Lavina Slobodin, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Julia was predeceased by her parents, Martin and Sophie Reinheller; her husband, Fred Haberlack; son, Vernon Haberlack (2007); brothers, Benny (Esther) Reinheller and Albert Reinheller. Julia (Reinheller) Haberlack was born January 31, 1928 to Sophie and Martin Reinheller and was raised on their family farm south of Richmound, Sk. Julia was the eldest daughter in a family of six. She attended Dunbrody School where she enjoyed learning and playing softball (while wearing a dress and without a ball glove). Unfortunately, she had to leave school at about the age of 12 to help take care of her mother during an illness and her younger siblings. Julia and Fred were married Nov 1, 1952 and lived on the Haberlack family farm in Saskatchewan for a short time before moving to Richmound, SK. in the summer of 1953, where they began their family. In 1982, Fred retired from his position as a grain buyer for Pioneer Grain and they moved to Medicine Hat. At that time, they were able to enjoy their grandchildren, most of who lived in the Medicine Hat area. Those days were happy days, especially the Christmases with all the kids and grandkids. Mom enjoyed spending time with her siblings. Her two brothers and three sisters had a regular coffee afternoon date at the Co- op mall. On many occasions her children, nieces and nephews would join their coffee parties, sharing many funny family stories and much laughter. Mom had a number of interests and hobbies but mostly enjoyed watching her kids play sports, especially curling and baseball, where she cheered on her two sons playing for the Richmound Rockets. She also loved to cook and bake. She cooked many turkeys and baked lots of pies for the church when they hosted weddings, funerals, or for the fall supper at the church. Mom passed her driver’s licence in 1989 at the age of 61. She took up the game of golf at the age of 75 and played until she was 85. She enjoyed many rounds of golf with her kids and all six of her grandsons. She loved watching curling, always rooting for Brad Gushue and Kevin Koe. Of course, she rarely missed a game of Blue Jays Baseball either. She taught herself to play the guitar, organ and omnichord and spent many hours playing and singing. She was known as the candy lady in Richmound. Many children would stop at our home each day for candy or treats. Over the years she became a second mom to many kids from the area, some of whom lived with us for short periods of time. She was a very caring and loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother, always happy to see family and friends whenever they stopped by for a visit. Her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
In June 2020, Mom moved to Haven of Rest, the day before Covid lockdown, which was so very hard on so many people. Mom was very well looked after by Dr. Jeraj and we are grateful for the care he gave. Mom befriended many of the wonderful staff at the Haven of Rest. She would have wanted us to send a joke, a hug and a big thank you to all her caregivers. Thank you all for caring for our mother. She lived there until her passing, surrounded by her children. There will be a private Graveside Service held at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Julia’s memory may be made to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation, PO Box 460 STN K, Toronto, ON M4P 9Z9. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Julia Haberlack. 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.
HEROLD KNODEL
HEROLD KNODEL 1924 ~ 2022 Mr. Herold Knodel, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Violet Knodel, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Thursday, November 17, 2022, at the age of 98 years. Further announcements will be published upon completion of the arrangements. (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”
LEROY SORDAHL
LEROY SORDAHL July 8, 1947 ~ November 12, 2022
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Leroy Norman Sordahl announce his unexpected passing at his home in Medicine Hat on Saturday, November 12, 2022, at the age of 75 years. Leroy was born on Tuesday, July 8, 1947, in Swift Current, SK., and grew up and completed his schooling in Admiral, SK. At a small church surrounded by family on April 20, 1968, he married the love of his life Jeanie Sewell. Leroy held numerous positions within the oilfield and retired after 40 years with Baker Hughes. He enjoyed practical jokes and was a huge prankster and trickster. Leroy’s favourite hobbies included playing games and visiting with family, cards, camping and trips to the States. He was also an avid sports fan who always cherished watching his kids and grandkids play sports throughout the years. Leroy always enjoyed watching baseball (the Blue Jays in particular) and watching curling. He was a big fan of coffee from Truckers Restaurant, burgers from A&W and ribs from Juggies Pub. Leroy leaves behind to cherish his memory and legacy, his beloved wife, Jean; children, Denise (Ried), Doug (Jody), Ron (Kathy) and Greg (Heather); 12 grandchildren, Lindsay, Landon, Jill (Cody), Sophie, Avery (Spencer), Ardyn, Kale, Kirstyn (Tyler), Jayce (Madi), Jerad (Tavya), Nolan and Natalie; one great-grandson, Slayde as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
While in medical distress, Leroy’s son-in-law, Ried James attempted to resuscitate him. During this valiant effort, Ried suffered his own medical distress and with profound sadness, we share that Ried also passed away as a result.
He was predeceased by his parents, Norval and Esther Sordahl (nee Hagen), his sisters, Debbie and Darlene and his dogs, Snowball and Lady. A Celebration of Leroy’s Life 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”
CAROLINE HURLBERT-KIMPEL
CAROLINE HURLBERT-KIMPEL 1942 ~ 2022 Caroline Hurlbert-Kimpel of Medicine Hat, passed away on Saturday, November 12th, 2022 at the age of 80 years. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Caroline Hurlbert-Kimpel. For further information, please log on to http://www.saamis.com and select Caroline’s memorial page. 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.
WENDELL WAYNE SHAKOTKO
WENDELL WAYNE SHAKOTKO 1949 2022 Wendell Wayne Shakotko of Brooks, Alberta passed away suddenly at Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on November 9, 2022 at the age of 73 years. Wendell was born June 8, 1949 in Biggar, Saskatchewan, the son of the late Demitri and Mary (Stuchenko) Shakotko. He is survived by his only daughter, Laurie Falkenham (John Mills), Heckmans Island NS; granddaughters, Amber Falkenham (Jennifer Parks) of New Germany NS, Halee Falkenham (Adam Hebb) of Western Shore, NS; great-grandchildren Rachael, Aidan, and Landen; brother, Larry (Rosalind) Shakotko of Lethbridge AB; sister, Lynn Shakotko of Edmonton AB; Aunt Clara Tarchuk of Banff, AB; as well as many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation. A private family graveside service will be held at a later date at Heckmans Island Cemetery, Heckmans Island, NS. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff at Brooks Health Centre and Medicine Hat Regional Hospital for their care and support in the final hours of Wendell’s life. The family would also like to extend a special thank you to Dallas, and the staff of Saamis Memorial, for helping guide and support us through this difficult time. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Wendell Shakotko. 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.
JACQUELINE “JACKIE” POWER
JACQUELINE “JACKIE” POWER 1966 ~ 2022 Jacqueline “Jackie” Lisa Power of Medicine Hat, formerly of Marystown, NL, passed away on Friday, November 11th, 2022 at the age of 56 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 Jackie Power. 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.
WILLIAM HELLMAN
1925 ~ WILLIAM HELLMAN ~ 2022
William ‘Bill’ Hellman of Medicine Hat passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family in the early morning hours of Remembrance Day, November 11, 2022 at the age of 97 years. The funeral mass will be celebrated at the church on Thursday, December 1, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. (CST) with Fr. Francis Appiah-Kubi celebrant. Interment will follow in the Richmond Cemetery. 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
ERNA FRANK
1926 ~ ERNA FRANK ~ 2022 Erna Frank of Medicine Hat passed away peacefully on Monday, November 14, 2022 at the age of 96 years, beloved wife of the late Adolf Frank. Erna was born on April 19, 1926, in Lipno, Poland. She immigrated with Adolf and their son Erhardt from Germany to Canada on November 21, 1950, arriving in Saint John, New Brunswick before travelling west to Redcliff, Alberta where they joined her sister Frieda Wahl. After arriving in Canada, Erna and Adolf moved to Medicine Hat and had two more children, Edgar and Rita. Erna regularly attended St. Peter Luthern Church with her sister, Frieda. Erna was a resourceful, determined woman who loved her family, her garden and learning new recipes. Her homemade pickles, canned cherries, potato salad, apple pies and cabbage rolls could never be replicated. Erna is survived by her children, Erhardt Frank, Edgar (Glenys) Frank and Rita (George) Torok-Both; four grandchildren, Richele Frank, Jillian Frank, Lynsey Torok-Both and Alan Torok-Both; two great grandchildren, Lily Volk and Joey Volk; her sister Frieda Wahl as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was predeceased by her parents, Pauline and Ferdinand Tober; her husband Adolf Frank on May 29, 1999; daughter-in-law Lynn Frank; her sister, Aline Wenngatz; two brothers, Adolf Tober and Ewald Tober. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Saturday from 9:00 – 9:55 a.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, November 19, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. with Life Celebrant David Townsend officiating. The service will be live streamed. Those who wish to attend virtually, please visit pattisonfuneralhome.com andselect live streaming, then select the youtube (arrow). Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. 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
DOUG KLEIN
DOUG KLEIN January 31, 1947 ~ November 14, 2022
It is with an extremely heavy heart that Michele announces the sudden passing of her dear husband, Melvyn Douglas Klein, or as he preferred, Doug, always Doug. He passed away in Bow Island on Monday, November 14, 2022, at the age of 75 years. Doug was born in Maple Creek, SK., on January 31, 1947. He met Michele Arndt in 1965, after he finished his first term at STI and they were married in Maple Creek on December 7, 1968. Doug, Michele and Heather moved to Bow Island in 1970 where they started Klein Electric. He loved his work and continued until he was tragically taken from us. Along with Michele, Doug is survived by his daughter, Heather (Micheal) Morgan (Evan, Cole and Claire); son, Aaron (Nancy) Klein (Hayley and Gabrielle); daughter, Brandi (Chris) Patterson; uncle, Wilf (Babe) Mann as well as his siblings, David, Linda, Richard, Brian, Maureen, Susan, Darcy and Vic. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so starting one hour prior to the Celebration of Doug’s Life which will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. The family requests that anyone attending the celebration, to please dress casual (jeans and tee shirts). Doug’s 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 our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) If friends so desire, memorial donations in Doug’s name may be made directly to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 8E8. 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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