December 22, 2022
By Obituaries on December 22, 2022.
REGENA PITCHER
REGENA PITCHER (nee Eyre) March 5, 1940 ~ December 16, 2022
While surrounded by her loving family, Jean passed peacefully at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat at the age of 82 years. Jean was born in Cardston, Alberta. She went to school in Jefferson until moving into Cardston for grade 12. In 1957 at a dance in Waterton Park, she met Jim Pitcher and they were married in 1959. They didn’t stay in any place for long and enjoyed splitting their time between Alberta and Arizona, eventually settling in Medicine Hat full time in 2016. Jean is survived by her husband of 63 years, Jim along with three daughters: Pat (Lars) Priestley-Wright of Medicine Hat and their four children, Donnie Dickson (Danette) (Rosslyn & Mabel), Jennifer Buehler (Ryan) (Jake & Jordan), Branden Dickson, Janis Quast (Gene) (Luke); daughter, April Tunke (Herman) and their four children, Jessie Proskow (Jason) (Brett, Abby, Lexa), Amanda Tunke (Austin, Arianna), Nikki Nickolson (Travis) (Kayson, Stranton), Trent Tunke (Lori) (Hensley); daughter, Lori Pitcher, Courtney Elliott (Dallas) (Brooks). Jean is also survived by her brother, Bob Eyre, sister-in-law, Jean Eyre and brother-in-law, Don Jensen as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Regena was predeceased by her parents, Evelyn and Reginald Eyre, brother, Ron Eyre, sisters-in-law, Carol Eyre, Kay Jensen and Gwen Bracha. A Celebration of Jean’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, December 23, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Murray Jaster officiating. The service will be live-streamed. Those wishing to experience Jean’s service may 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) 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”
BRENDA GABEL
BRENDA GABEL October 25, 1959 ~ December 16, 2022
Brenda Louise Gabel (nee Charette) peacefully passed away on Friday, December 16, 2022, at the age of 63, with her loving husband and daughter by her side. Along with her husband Allan, Brenda is survived by her daughter, Nikita Gabel; sister, Pam and brother, Michael. She was predeceased by her mother, Jackie MacIntyre and brother, Stephen Charette.
Brenda was born on October 25, 1959, in London, Ontario and raised in Windsor, Ontario. As a teen she loved to dance and skate at the roller rink. Being raised across the river from Detroit, she loved listening to Motown and would often be caught singing her favorite songs around the house.
Brenda moved to Medicine Hat in the 80’s, where she worked at local bars for years. This is where, she showed everyone how fierce and charismatic she was. She was the life of the party and had no problem telling it like it was; a trait that she was well known for.
In the 90’s, Brenda met Allan Gabel and the two fell madly in love. Allan was drawn to her beauty, her confidence and her ability to keep him in check. In 1997, they had their only child, daughter, Nikita. They married on February 2, 2005. Brenda and Nikita were attached at the hip, where one went, the other would follow. Brenda’s family meant the world to her. She was an incredible wife and mother, always putting her family first.
She was passionate, kind, quick-witted and always knew how to put a smile on someone’s face. She will be immensely missed by all who knew her.
Brenda’s life will be silently remembered by family and friends. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that people donate to APARC, 1002 South Railway Street, Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 2W2. Allan and Nikita would like to thank the staff at the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre and the nurses on 4 West.
(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”
ELSIE SPENCER
1931 ~ ELSIE SPENCER ~ 2022 Elsie Spencer of Bow Island passed away on Saturday, December 17th, 2022 at the age of 91 years. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Dale Robinson and Glenn (Susan) Spencer; daughter-in-law, Pam Spencer; grandchildren, Ryan Spencer, Joel Robinson (Linnell), Wendy Robinson (Nicholas); step-grandchildren, Adam and Katie; great-grandchildren, Elsie, Aidrik, and Nash; nephew, Alan (Laurence) Roughton and daughter, Emily in England; and niece, Helen Spencer, also in England. Elsie was predeceased by her parents, Ernest and Elizabeth Dimeloe; and son, Bruce Spencer. as well as long-time friend and ex-husband, Percy Spencer. Elsie was born on February 18, 1931 in England. She worked as a letter carrier and telephone operator before moving to Canada. She enjoyed the outdoors and nature, and was very fond of gardening, When not outdoors Elsie enjoyed crafting. She was a great cook and she worked as a chef for many years. A private service will be held at a later date. Memorial gifts in Elsie’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, AB T2E 2P5, Salvation Army, 164 Stratton Way SE, Medicine Hat, AB, T1B 3R3 or to the Canadian Red Cross Society, 398 Aberdeen Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 0R2. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Elsie Spencer. 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.
ROBERT TRANSTROM
ROBERT TRANSTROM 1944- 2022 RobertTranstrom passed away on Monday, December 19, 2022 at the age of 78 years, beloved husband of Jacqueline Patzer of Medicine Hat. Funeralarrangements 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
LYDIA WILHELM
LYDIA WILHELM 1926 – 2022 Lydia Wilhelm of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at the age of 96 years, beloved wife of the late Alfred Wilhelm. She leaves to cherish her memory two daughters, Shirley (Peter) Forst of Sherwood Park, Darlene (Robert) Forst of Okotoks; her grandchildren, Michelle (Ted) Morgan, Jason (Carrie) Forst, Cameron (Mat) and Sheldon (Emmy) Forst; three great grandchildren, Ivy and Taylor Morgan, Silver Forst. Lydia married Alfred on September 22, 1948. Together they farmed in the Mendham area for 28 years before moving to Medicine Hat in 1993. The funeral service will be held at Victory Lutheran Church (2793 Southview Drive SE) on Thursday, December 22, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Roland Weisbrot officiating. The service will be live steamed on the church website http://victorylutheran.ca/livestream/. A private family interment will take place at 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 12
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