December 23, 2022
By Obituaries on December 23, 2022.
IVY LEE
IVY LEE 1929 – 2022
Ivy Grace Lee, beloved wife of the late Glen Lee, passed away peacefully in Bow Island on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at the age of 93 years.
Ivy is survived by her son Tom (Glenda) Lee; sisters Joyce Lypka and Frances (Jerry) Thacker; sisters-in-law Carol Annon, Karen Annon and by numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Glen Lee; parents William and Margaret (nee Keeler) Annon; stepmother Bertha Annon; sisters Nona Cuthill and Wilma (Warren) Quinnell; brothers Anthony Annon and Roger Annon; daughter-in-law Debbie Lee; brothers-in-law Martin Lypka, Eddie (Mary) Lee, Ralph (Doreen) Lee and sister-in-law Lora (Dean) Mcknight.
Ivy was born in Winnifred on January 29, 1929, the eldest daughter of William and Margaret Annon. She attended River School which was situated near the coal mine where her dad worked. She always said she was born a coal miner’s daughter. This school closed when the teacher joined the air force. Ivy completed high school in Bow Island before she obtained a Teacher’s Certificate from the University of Calgary. She taught school at Sunnynook, Alberta, taking over from a supervisor and at Etzikom for two years. In 1950 she married Glen Lee and a year later their son Tom was born. For the first five years they lived at the Huff place with only a prairie trail leading in resulting in weeks at a time being snowed in. In 1956 they moved to Grandpa Lee’s place so Tom could go to school. In 1961 they built a new house with their first running water, both in and out! She resided there till 2013 before moving to Pleasant View Lodge in Bow Island. Following a fall, she moved to the long term care facility just two years ago.
Ivy belonged to the Women’s Institute, Community Club, Sunshine Club, she was a 4-H Clothing Club leader and a also member of the Royal Canadian Legion.
Ivy loved teaching so much she continued to substitute every chance she got. In reading her journals back to her, the days were filled with having company for coffee, going for coffee, shopping, babysitting and sometimes all on the same day!
Ivy and Glen were fortunate to take many trips back to South Dakota, Hawaii, a legion trip to Europe, the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, Disneyland, bus trips to Alaska, Nashville/Indianapolis/Chicago. Most of their car excursions were enjoyed in the company of Harry and Betty Cooper.
Ivy was always a classy dresser and her weekly hair styling trips were a must. Mom loved little kids and they loved her. Sewing was her passion. She made many clothes and enjoyed taking every sewing class that came along. Later, she turned to quilting and nieces, nephews and others received quillows as grad gifts. She did all the trends as they came along, be it ceramics, leatherwork, decoupage or artex and was an accomplished knitter as well.
A graveside service will be held in the spring at the Etzikom Cemetery. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com.
One of Ivy’s proud moments was the completion of the Etzikom history book for which she spent countless hours fretting over getting it ‘just right’. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Ivy’s name may be made directly to the Etzikom Museum, Box 585 Etzikom, Alberta T0K 0W0.
Ivy was grateful for the friendships that were forged with both the residents and caregivers during her time at the Lodge. The family gives thanks from the bottom of our hearts for the care that she received at both the Lodge and Long Term. We know you will be missing her as well.
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.
JOANNE MUTSCHLER
JOANNE MUTSCHLER 1943 – 2022 Joanne Mutschler of Medicine Hat, passed away on Saturday December 17, 2022 at the age of 79 years. Joanne was born September 2, 1943 at the Maple Creek Hospital. She leaves to cherish her memory of three children Karen (Shane) Briggs and their children, Hunter, Trey and Tucker; Darren (Michelle) Mutschler and children Brandon (Whitney) Mutschler and Brodie Mutschler; Valerie Mutschler, her partner Jerome Jobb and their children Shayla (Tony) Martin and their three children as well as Zack Jobb; Joanne’s grandchildren Shane (Courtney) Stuber, Samantha Porfoun and her children, Harper and Creed. Joanne was predeceased by her parents Raymond and Edna Muhlbeier. She is survived by her brother Laverne (Barb) Muhlbeier, and two sisters Doris (Late Orval) Beck and Marilyn (Gerry) Beck as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Joanne started her education at Golden Prairie School and then onto Strasfield and Fox Valley, eventually finishing her schooling back in Golden Prairie. Joanne married Lloyd Mutschler on October 28, 1960, in Fox Valley. They settled in Fox Valley on the family farm and eventually moved on to Manyberries and Orion pursuing their own farming/ranching operation. Joanne was a homemaker, farmer, rancher but first and foremost a loving mother. Joanne loved to garden, crochet, play bingo and curl. In the early 1990’s Joanne and Lloyd retired to Medicine Hat. Joanne eventually became employed at the Medicine Hat Mall in the lotto booth where she worked for many years and enjoyed meeting new people. Joanne loved to spend time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren and enjoyed the company of many friends on coffee row. Joanne loved to dance, go to the casino and play bingo. She became very “techie” after getting her computer and enjoyed games and Facebook. Joanne was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She was loved and admired by many who knew her. Joanne passed away peacefully at St. Josephs Home Carmel Hospice surrounded by the family who supported her throughout her health battles. Her family would like to thank all the wonderful nurses, doctors and staff who were with her in her last day’s at the Carmel-Hospice. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the St Joseph’s – Carmel Hospice. A private celebration of life was held on Thursday December 22, 2022 at the Pattison Chapel. To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.
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MARGARET BULLMAN
MARGARET BULLMAN 1935 – 2022 Margaret Bullman of Medicine Hat, passed away on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at the age of 87 years. Cremation has been entrusted to the Pattison Funeral Home and Crematorium. 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
FRIEDA THILLMANN
FRIEDA THILLMANN 1930 ~ 2022 Frieda Thillmann of Medicine Hat, passed away on Thursday, December 15th, 2022 at the age of 92 years. The Funeral Service was held Wednesday 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 Frieda Thillmann. 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.
JOAN MCKENNA
JOAN MCKENNA 1934 ~ 2022 Joan Lavonne McKenna (nee Tollestrup) passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at the age of 88 years. Joan is survived by her children, Shelli Shaw, Greg McKenna, Darren McKenna, Barry (Sheri) McKenna and Bruce (Wanda) McKenna; brother, Barry (Mary) Tollestrup as well as numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert ‘Bob’ Joseph McKenna; grandson, Tyler Benjamin Shaw and brother, Jack Tollestrup. Joan was born in Lethbridge on September 13, 1934, to John and Lavita Tollestrup. She loved supporting her children and grandchildren in many sporting activities and was always their greatest fan. She loved traveling to watch various sporting events that her family participated in. Joan and Bob were very involved with local sports and events, volunteering countless hours for many years. Joan will be greatly missed by her family and her friends at The Wellington. The family would like to especially thank the staff at St. Joseph’s Home for the care and compassion she received during her short stay there. She will be silently remembered by family and friends without the proceedings of a formal service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Joan’s name may be made directly to St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice, 156 – 3 Street N.E., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 5M1. (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” 14
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