February 14, 2023

By Obituaries on February 14, 2023.

JACELYN LANE

JACELYN LANE October 10, 1930 ~ February 10, 2023
It is with profound sadness that the family of Jacelyn ‘Jackie’ Lane says goodbye. She passed away peacefully on Friday, February 10, 2023, with her family by her side, at the age of 92 years and 4 months. Left to cherish Jackie’s memory are her son, Garry (Judy) Lane of Medicine Hat; daughter, Marilyn (Maurice) Hunter of Redcliff; son, Ronald Lane of Redcliff; son-in-law, Donald Hoffmeyer of Fort St. John, BC and sister, Linnea Black of Kindersley, SK.; 10 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her daughter, Sharon Hoffmeyer (2022); husband, Russell Lane (2015); brother, Gerald Hierlmeier (2003); mother, Vivian Hierlmeier (1997) and father, Albert (Babe) Hierlmeier (1962). Jackie was born in Eston, Saskatchewan on October 10, 1930 to parents, Albert (Babe) and Vivian Hierlmeier. She was the middle child, along with her older sister, Linnea and younger brother, Gerald. Jackie grew up in Eston, receiving her education there. At age 12, she and her mother were badly burned in a fire while dry cleaning some ties in the house. Jackie’s cotton dress caught fire burning her leg. Dr. Johnson did not expect her to survive the first night but his expertise saved her life. Russell and Jackie were married in Calgary in 1949, and then moved onto the Lane family farm in the Amdewanda district where they continued to be active farmers until 1984. They moved to Eston for 13 years before relocating to Medicine Hat in 1997, where she resided in Chinook Village from 2002 until her passing. Jackie was always an active member in every community where she lived. She was a member of the Amdewanda/Newburg Ladies Aid and the Eston Lioness Club, delivered Meals on Wheels in Eston, volunteered at the Eston Jubilee Lodge, Top Hat Bingo and the Medicine Hat Women’s Shelter. Her favorite pastimes included gardening, playing bingo, playing various card games, volunteering, fishing, watching curling on TV, and visiting with her grandchildren. Jackie and Russell spent many winters as snowbirds going to Vancouver Island, Palm Desert, California and finally settling in Mesa Regal RV Park in Mesa, Arizona. One of her favorite trips was to Norman Wells and Colville Lake, NWT where she touched down above the Arctic Circle. Jackie has requested that no formal service will be held. Interment will take place in the spring of 2023 at Eston, Saskatchewan. The family want to express their deepest gratitude to the doctors and all the staff for the wonderful care they provided to Jackie at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital and St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) If friends so desire, memorial donations in Jackie’s name can be made to St. Joseph’s Home Carmel Hospice, 156 – 3rd Street N.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 5M1 or to the charity of one’s choice. 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”

EDITH MCALLISTER

EDITH MCALLISTER 1939 – 2023 Edith Marjorie McAllister passed away peacefully at South Country Village in Medicine Hat on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at the age of 83 years. Edith’s life will be silently remembered by family and friends. (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”

MARJORIE MARGARET STURM

MARJORIE MARGARET STURM 1944 – 2023 Marjorie Margaret Sturm of Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 9th, 2023 at the age of 78 years. Marjorie leaves to cherish her memory her two sons Robert and Brian (Trena) Sturm and her grandchildren, Marcus (Ali) and Joe (Kelli) Rosner. She was predeceased by her parents, Robert and Lydia Deering and brother, Ralph (May Ann) Deering. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5, on Thursday, February 16th, 2023 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, and on Friday, February 17th, 2023 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5, on Friday, February 17th, 2023 at 1:30 pm with Pastor Shane Hein officiating. A private family interment will follow at SAAMIS PRAIRE VIEW CEMETERY. Memorial gifts in Marj’s memory may be made to the S.P.C.A., 55 Southview Drive SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8 or the Kidney Foundation of Canada, 6007 1A Street SW, Calgary, AB, T2H 0G5. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Marjorie Sturm. 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.

ARTHUR “ART” VANDERMEULEN

ARTHUR “ART” VANDERMEULEN 1942 ~ 2023 Arthur “Art” Garry Vandermeulen of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of Monica Vandermeulen, passed away on Thursday, February 9th, 2023 at the age of 80 years. Arthur leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife, Monica; children, Kerri Lawton, Kurtis Vandermeulen, and Krysta Vandermeulen; grandchildren, Calli Grisbrook and Taven Sandau; brother, Eugene (Josie) Vandermeulen; sister, Arlene Toth; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Arthur was predeceased by his parents, Alphonse and Louise Vandermeulen; children, Kevin and Karen Vandermeulen, both in infancy; brother, Leonard Vandermeulen; and sister, Emma Vandermeulen. Art worked at Goodyear for over 34. After retiring, Art worked at Medicine Hat Golf Course for over 10 years. He was a Medicine Hat Tigers fan and enjoyed going to Maverick’s games too. He was also an avid golfer. Arthur loved spending time with his family and especially his grandchildren. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB on Wednesday, February 15th, 2023 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. A graveside service will be held in the summer and announced when arrangements are completed. Memorial gifts in Arthur “Art” Vandermeulen’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, AB T2E 2P5. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Arthur Vandermeulen. 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.

1987 – NADINE GETZ – 2023

1987 – NADINE GETZ – 2023 Our Deenie darling, our one of a kind bee, she is safe in the loving arms of those that went before her.
Her beloved pug and nurse extraordinaire, Cheery; her grandparents, Alice Williams, Albert Williams, John and Florentina Getz and Joan Widmer; as well as her aunties, Pat Coates, Lori Williams, Lyn Wallin and Joanne Voeller. She is survived by her brother and protector Justin “Zsa Zsa”; nephew, Frost; her Mother bird, Maureen Getz (Garth Widmer); her father, Harvey Getz (Penny); her four BEST friends, Samantha (Travis), her soulmate from childhood, Amanda “Pan” always the friend who just gets her, Rhonda “LaFonda”, the sister she never had and Elise her artistic BC bestie; her fairy Goddaughters, Julia and Audrey (who believe that Auntie Deenie would be the Angel with the largest wings, have a halo crown with a pug on it, wear a sparkly white dress aaand rainbow socks); as well as her stepbrothers, stepsisters and their children, along with aunts, uncles and cousins from the blended families and her entire wide circle of friends… you all meant the world to her. Nadine’s dialysis “career” was a very important part of her last 15 years and she considered her treatment as her job and everyone on the unit as her co-workers. Thank you to each and every one of you for your tireless dedication, kindness and support. Miss Deenie Marie will be remembered as a compassionate, joke telling, belly laughing, engaging personality that was accepting of all humans & beliefs. She was always good with the right words, incredibly concise, extremely brave and courageously resilient, all while being genuinely vulnerable. As an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints she was able to fully share of herself with others. A Celebration of her life will take place at a later date. Due to the nature of Nadine’s illness, she has requested that blood donations and/or financial donations be made to Canadian Blood Services (www.blood.ca) in her memory in lieu of flowers. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Nadine Getz. 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.

CASEY STIGTER

CASEY STIGTER June 2, 1934 ~ February 11, 2023
Casey Stigter, beloved husband of the late Jenny Stigter, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at the age of 88 years. Casey leaves to cherish his memory two sons, Harry (Audrey) and Don (Ingrid); seven grandchildren, Jeff (Michelle) Stigter, Michelle (Tim) van der Hoek, Alison (Kevin) Stonehouse, Amanda (David) Vandyk, Ashley (Jorik) Langeweg, Sheldon (Braunwyn) Stigter and Amber Stigter (Tyler) as well as eleven great-grandchildren. Casey is also survived by his brothers, Harry (Diane) and Pete; sister-in-law, Alice Stigter; Jenny’s sisters, Mary Vander Kwaak and Rene Thompson and sister-in-law, Netty Prins. Along with Jenny, Casey was predeceased by a newborn son in 1962, parents, Arie and Maria Stigter; brother, Lane and sisters, Audrey, Martha and Rhea. Casey was born on June 2, 1934, to Arie and Maria Stigter in Honselersdijk, Netherlands and in 1951, the Stigter family immigrated to Taber where he worked as a farm hand. In 1956, Casey met the love of his life, Jenny Prins and they were married in 1957. In 1961, they built their first greenhouse. In 1966, Casey, along with nine other greenhouse growers, started Red-Hat Co-op. He was very proud of what the Co-op meant to the growers and of what it had become including the success it still is to this day. In 1982, Casey was instrumental in starting AGGA (Alberta Greenhouse Growers Association) which was also an organization he was proud of. He was a lifelong member of the Christian Reformed Church where he enjoyed playing his trumpet for many services. After retirement in 1989, Casey and Jenny spent many a winter either on a cruise ship or pulling the trailer south to Sky Valley RV Park in California. A Private Graveside service will be held at Hillside Cemetery with Pastor George Koopmans officiating. A Celebration of Casey’s life will be held in the spring of 2023, and details will be announced at that 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”

BEN HARTY

BEN HARTY 1993 – 2023 Benjamin “Ben” Michael Harty of Lethbridge, passed away on Thursday, February 9, 2023, at the age of 29 years. He leaves to cherish his memory his parents, Robert and Melanie Harty; three daughters, Lucy Newbold, Sophia Harty and Grace Harty; one brother, Jon (Jessica) Harty; two sisters, Angelina Harty (Chris Davis) and Stephanie Harty; his grandparents Bruce Harty and Lynda Heitrich. 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

RUTH CAMPBELL

RUTH CAMPBELL 1925 – 2023 Ruth Catherine Campbell of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2023 at the age of 97 years, beloved wife of the late Jack Campbell. She leaves to cherish her memory 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

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