March 4, 2023
By Obituaries on March 4, 2023.
RAYMOND STABLER
RAYMOND (RAY) STABLER February 16, 1932 – December 14, 2022 God granted Ray’s last wish. Ray is reunited with the love of his life Hedwig and his two sons Wesley and Ricky. He was also predeceased by his parents Reinhold and Molly Stabler and a brother and sister who died in infancy. Ray has left a legacy of love for life and his family. Ray leaves to mourn his daughter Grace, grandson Jesse (Chrystal) and great grandchildren Eliana and Forrest. Born and raised in Burstall Ray grew up helping on the family farm. Farming was his life. Once a farmer…always a farmer…was one of his favourite sayings. In 1953, he married Hedy and they started their life together. In 1961, they built a new Beaver Lumber home on the family homestead to raise their family. Ray enjoyed farming with his Dad and his sons. After his sons’ death, Grace became his right hand girl on the farm. Ray was active in the community of Burstall. He enjoyed curling, bowling, fishing, playing pool and cards on Saturday nights. He was a member of the men’s choir and an Usher at the Burstall Evangelical Church. Ray loved to socialize with family and friends. In 1997, Ray and Hedy retired to Medicine Hat and enjoyed their new community. Ray continued to curl until he was 80 years young, was a member of the German Harmony Club and Kiwanis Club. Ray and Hedy enjoyed travelling in their RV, bus tours, cruises and trips to Germany to visit Hedy’s family. Ray and Hedy moved to Saskatoon in 2014 to be closer to Grace. They were welcomed and were known as the “Love Birds”. They enjoyed their outings to the theatre, river cruises, parks and the local German club. After Hedy’s death, Ray’s dementia progressed and he moved to Oliver Lodge in 2018. Ray enjoyed his new home and was well received and taken good care of by the staff. He maintained his sense of humour and teasing. He played cribbage & solitaire with Grace while enjoying his chocolate milkshake. He knew his family to the end. A celebration of Ray’s life will be held at Hillcrest Church in Medicine Hat Saturday March 4-2023 at 11:00 am with Rev. Michael Deibert. Lunch to follow. Private family interment. In lieu of flowers, honour Ray’s memory to the charity of your choice.
JERRY HENSEL
JERRY HENSEL October 6, 1948 – February 23, 2023 ‘Those we love don’t go away; they walk beside us every day’ Gerald “Jerry” Michael Hensel, beloved husband of Tracy, passed away at Riverview Care Centre on Thursday, February 23, 2023. Besides Tracy, Jerry is survived by his daughter, Jerri-Lynn Brown, her children, Kahler, Kinley (Rylly), and Kyren; Jeff (Kelly) Hensel, and their children, Lukas, Curtis, Blake, Andrew and Reagan; and Grant (Samantha) Knibbs, and their child, Blakely. He is also survived by his two brothers, Ron (Erica) Hensel and Harry (Val) Hensel and their families. Jerry was predeceased by his daughter, Stephanie (2003) and his parents, Jack and Lydia Hensel. Jerry was born in Wetaskiwin, Alberta and raised in Medicine Hat. Jerry lived an adventurous life, always looking for the next business opportunity. During his life he owned a variety of businesses; a sporting good store, Moby Dick’s Fish and Chips, a crest shop and from there moved into car sales, eventually becoming the general manager at Big M Ford, until he found his true passion in being a bar owner. Burstall Bar was not just a business for Jerry, but a place where his love of collecting bar signs helped him create an oasis for people who became lifelong friends. His favorite place to be, besides the golf course, was in Montana where he spent as much time as possible. He was a child at heart and loved spending time with his grandchildren. Jerry loved to socialize, tell stories, play golf and have a drink with his friends. He was proud to be a member of “table six” at the Connaught Golf Club.
Please join us in a ‘last toast’ to Jerry at one of his favorite places, the Silver Buckle, from 2-4pm on Saturday, March 11, 2023. 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
KEN JAMES LEVENN
KEN JAMES LEVENNE Ken James Levenne of Fort Macleod, AB, passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 20th, 2023. Ken leaves behind his wife Linda, son Jordan (Brittany) Levenne, Clint (Meredith) Van Der Aa, grandchildren Hannah, Sadie, Christopher, Carson, his mother Norma Levenne, and siblings Scott (Dawn) Levenne, Perry-Lynn (Darris) Sturtevant as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Ken was predeceased by his father Dewayne and brother Terry. Ken expressed no service or gathering, but only to enjoy a large black Tim Hortons coffee in memory of him. Condolences, memories and pictures can be sent to info@evergreenfh.ca
PATRICIA “PAT” JOYCE HIGGINS
PATRICIA “PAT” JOYCE HIGGINS March 17th, 1922 – February 25th, 2023
Pat Higgins passed away peacefully on February 25th, 2023, at the age of 100 years, with family and friends at her side. She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Sue (Donna Steele) Higgins; sons, John Higgins and David (Jodi) Higgins; grandchildren, Dane Higgins and children, Evelyn, Ruby and their mother, Kate; Christine Higgins (Johnny Braune) and children, Julian and Sienna; Graeme Higgins (Christine) and son, Wesley. Pat was predeceased by her parents, Arthur and Lucy Mitchell; brother, John Mitchell; husband, Gordon Higgins; daughter-in-law, Jeanette Higgins.
The family would like to thank the staff at Chinook Village for their many years of caring for Pat and taking the time to get to know her; also thanks to the caregivers at Haven View during her final few weeks.
There will be no formal service held. In lieu of flowers, donations in Pat’s memory may be made to the Salvation Army (https://salvationarmy.ca/donation), World Wildlife Fund (www.wwf.ca) or any animal rescue society. For full life story and condolences please visit 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
KEVIN ROSENBARGO
KEVIN ROSENBARGO April 24, 1972 ~ February 23, 2023
Kevin Roy Rosenbargo passed away peacefully in Medicine Hat while surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, February 23, 2023, after a brief but incredibly courageous battle with cancer. Kevin was born on April 24, 1972, in Medicine Hat. He loved to be doing “stuff”; everything and anything, as long as it was outdoors. Kevin did not like sitting still. Hunting and fishing were just two of his passions. He could think up the plans for and build anything one could want as he had a knack for fixing anything broken. Kevin had a heart as big as was allowed for one single human. He loved people and animals and treated both with a soft-hearted kindness. Kevin always had a spare minute to talk and always willing to help when he could, as this was his generous nature. He loved to laugh and had that giggle that is going to be missed by so many. Everyone who knew him, loved him. Everyone who loved him, will be missing him everyday for the rest of their lives. He leaves behind to cherish his beautiful memory, his partner and soulmate, Laure Patterson; son, Ty Rosenbargo and daughter, Karlee Rosenbargo; step-children, Christian, Ryan and Sarah Patterson; two sisters, Sarah (Donavan Wollman) Rosenbargo and their children Maddison, Elizabeth and Alexandria; Joleen (Allan) Pasutto and their children, Anna and Katie; parents-in-law, Arthur and Dora Gill; sister-in-law, JoAnna Gill; brother-in-law, Randy (Charlotte) Gill and their children Cheyenne and Liam; nieces, Logan and Jaralyn McDonald; three precious grandbabies, William, Ariel and Alistair Patterson and their mother, Raven Johnstone as well as so many more extended family, friends, aunts, uncles and cousins. Kevin was predeceased by his loving mother, Carol Kornelson; his father, Joe Rosenbargo; grandparents, Roy and Leah Loose and Alma and Charlie Rosenbargo; aunt, Rosalyn Cooke; uncle, Donald Loose; brother-in-law, Darrell Gill and many other family members that he loved and has now been reconciled with. Our loss is their gain. A Celebration of Kevin’s life will be held at a future date when family and friends can get together to enjoy stories and laughter. Further announcements will be made at that time. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Kevin’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 200 – 325 Manning Road N.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2E 2P5. 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 WESLEY BETKER
DENNIS WESLEY BETKER July 4th, 1941 February 25th, 2023 Dennis Betker went home to be with the Lord on February 25th, 2023, at the age of 81 years. He leaves to cherish his memory his sons, Rick (Sheila) Betker and Chris (Tennille) Betker; grandchildren, Nathan (Gina) Betker, Ryan (Brittany) Betker, Danton Markewich, Dexter Betker and Octavia Betker; great grandchildren, Addison and Nico; brothers, Lionel (Barb) Betker and Francis (Susan) Betker; sister, Tessera (Pat) Nova; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Dennis was predeceased by his parents, Fred and Amy; wife, Violet Betker; brothers, Percy, Hardy and Douglas; sisters, Rene and Maxine.
The funeral service will be held on March 13th, 2023 at 2:30pm at Temple Baptist Church – 606 7th St SW with Pastor Bob Findley officiating. Luncheon to follow service at the Church. A private interment will be held prior to service. For those wishing to attend, a public visitation will be held on Sunday, March 12th from 4:00pm 6:00pm at Grace Memorial. 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
ED WEISGERBER
ED WEISGERBER 1938 – 2023 Edward “Ed” Weisgerber passed away on Friday March 3, 2023 at the age of 84 years, beloved husband of Irene Weisgerber of Medicine Hat. 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
MICHAEL GAGE HAWN
MICHAEL GAGE HAWN 2018 2023 It is with overwhelming sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Gage Hawn, beloved son of Jason Hawn and Alyssia Hawn, on Wednesday, February 22nd, 2023 at the age of 4 years. Michael also leaves to honour and cherish his memory his brother, Grayson Hawn; his sister, Kiara Hawn; his grandma Barb Wells, his grandparents, Charlotte and Phil Regnier; his great-grandparents, Norman and Brenda Duchscherer: great-great grandma Irene Neitz; his uncles, Ryan (Emily) Regnier and Brett (Jenny) Regnier; as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Michael was predeceased by his brother, Gage Hawn; grandfather, Bill Wells; great-grandparents, Gordon and Shirley Hawn; great-great grandpa, Ernie Neitz; and great-great grandparents, Theresa and Melvin Regnier. Michael entered the world on May 29, 2018 to the tremendous delight of our family. He was the essence of joy and life. He enjoyed music and singing, cuddling with soft toys, and being held close and snuggled by his parents and grandparents. His infectious giggles could light up any room especially when he was surrounded by his favourite people and his favourite pets; cats, Guiness and Oscar; and dogs, Koda, Ace, Brandy and Lexi. Michael enjoyed playing video games and on his I-pad. He loved to play outdoors and to be wherever his big brother was. He will always be loved and remembered as the happy, loving, kind, gentle, funny, child that he was. He provided us with a lifetime of love during his too short time here on earth. A private family memorial service paying tribute to Michael’s life and spirit will take place at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL with Life Celebrant Lynett Getz officiating. Memorial gifts in Michael’s memory may be made to Alberta Pound and Rescue Centre (APARC), 1002 South Railway Street SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 2W2. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Michael Hawn. 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.
~IRENE~FAMILYANDFRIENDSGATHERED
~ IRENE ~ Family and friends gathered at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel just over one week ago to say farewell to Irene French. Stephanie shared memories of her grandma and the stories continued during the fellowship that followed.
“She will always remain With you – never apart, Her memory will forever stay, Etched in your hearts.”
Her Life Lived…
Her Life Cherished…
Her Life Honoured.
Courtesy of
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”
EMANUEL ROTH
1927 ~ EMANUEL ROTH ~ 2023 Emanuel Roth of Medicine Hat passed away on Thursday, March 2nd, 2023 at the age of 96 years. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat on Wednesday, March 8th, 2023 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB on Thursday, March 9th, 2023 at 1:00 pm with Rev. Bob Church officiating. Interment will follow at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Emanuel Roth. 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.
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