March 7, 2023
By Obituaries on March 7, 2023.
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
THOMAS YATES
THOMAS YATES 1932 ~ 2023 The family of Thomas Harold Yates are sad to announce his passing at the Bow Island Health Centre on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at the age of 90 years. Tom leaves behind his children, Russel (Rochelle) Yates, Pat McCray, Shelly Lambert and Murray (Jayne) Yates; grandchildren, Bailey McCray, Miles McCray, Kaelin Lambert, Clayton Yates and Rohdy Yates as well as his great-granddaughter Mekah McCray. Tom was predeceased by his beloved wife, Midge in 2009; son-in-law, Scott McCray; parents, Harold and Ethel Yates; sister, Pat (Mick) Brooks; brothers, Bill (Toody) Yates and Richard Yates as well as all of Midge’s siblings. A Celebration of Tom’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Murray Jaster officiating. (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”
BENSONWITHGREATSORROWANDSADNESS
BENSON With great sorrow and sadness, the Benson families announce the passing of our beloved dad, brother, grandfather, uncle, and nephew, Kenneth John Benson of Lethbridge, Alberta, at 71 years old. Ken shared many nicknames by all that enjoyed his company and his famous one-liners; ‘Pappy,’ “The Colonel,’ and ‘Kenny B’ was known for being a good neighbour to all and always quick to help someone in need; a simple man who enjoyed simple pleasures, his favourite being sharing a cold beer and a few laughs after a hard days work either outside or in his garage MacGyver-ing things. Ken, a cowboy at heart and talented plumber by trade, knew that a good life consisted of working hard and saving for a rainy day. Ken leaves behind his daughter Trena Benson and her family, son Kyle Benson; his twin brother Keith Benson and his family; his youngest brother Mark Benson and his family; Brian Sayer and his family; Auntie Elma and her family, and Aunt Francis and her family. While we all feel it was not yet time for him to go, he was surrounded by those who loved him and would likely tell us not to mourn but rather, ‘go where you are looking and look where you are going’- Clint Eastwood. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 9th at 2:00 PM from the Heritage Inn and Convention Centre, Brooks. Rev. John Theiss officiating. Interment at Brooks Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating directly to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 100 – 119 14 Street NW, Calgary, Alberta T2N 1Z6. Cremation is entrusted to and conducted at Smith Funeral Home Ltd. and Crematorium, Brooks
Funeral arrangements entrusted to: SMITH FUNERAL HOME LTD. AND CREMATORIUM BROOKS, ALBERTA Condolences may be forwarded through http://www.sfh.ca Telephone 403-362-4636 or Toll Free 866-362-4652 “Our Families Serving Your Family Since 1951”
LILIAN “LIL” DEBLER
LILIAN “LIL” DEBLER March 18, 1925 March 3, 2023 Lilian Debler passed away peacefully on March 3, 2023 in Medicine Hat, AB, just 2 weeks shy of her 98th birthday. She is survived by her sons, Wayne, Gary, and Brent (Sharon) Debler; daughters, Susan (Bert) Sauer and Diane (Jim) Dulle; 8 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral service details will be announced once completed. 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
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. A private family memorial service was held yesterday at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL. Memorial gifts in Michael’s memory may be made to Alberta Pound and Rescue Centre (APARC). Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Michael Hawn. Funeral arrangement
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.
JAMES “JIM” MARR
JAMES “JIM” MARR 1946 ~ 2023 Jim Marr of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of Wendy Marr, passed away on Tuesday, January 31st, 2023 at the age of 77 years. The Memorial Service was held on Saturday, March 4th at Chinook Village Terrace Room (North Entrance). Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Jim Marr. 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.
EMANUEL ROTH
1927 ~ EMANUEL ROTH ~ 2023 Emanuel Roth of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Margaret Roth, passed away on Thursday, March 2nd, 2023 at the age of 96 years. Emanuel leaves to cherish his memory his brother, Chris (Loretta) Roth, sisters, Kay (Henry) Kundert and Irma Bowe; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Emanuel was predeceased by his wife, Margaret; parents, Wilhelm and Christina Roth; brother, Gottlieb Roth; sisters, Anne Roth (in infancy), Martha Bechtold, and Louise Haag; and brother-in-law, Bill Bowe. Emanuel was born February 14th, 1927 in Johannesdal, Odessa. He came to Canada with his family in 1928 and settled on a farm near Burstall, SK. After spending eight years there, the family moved to Richmound, SK where Emanuel remained for the next 32 years. On March 26, 1960, he married Margaret Beirbach and they lived on the farm in Richmound. Later on they moved to Medicine Hat. Emanuel worked for Wittke Iron Works for 15 years before his retirement. Emanuel enjoyed being outdoors and liked to go fishing and playing baseball. He loved his home in Medicine Hat and kept a large, beautiful yard and garden. 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. If unable to attend, family and friends are welcome to participate via livestream by logging on to http://www.saamis.com and joining the live webcast on Emanuel’s memorial page at the above date and time. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page for those participating remotely. Memorial gifts in Emanuel’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 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.
JENNY ST. CYR
JENNY ST. CYR 1944 – 2023 Jeannette “Jenny” Louise St. Cyr passed away on Friday, March 3, 2023 at the age of 78 years, beloved wife of Guy St. Cyr 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
GORDON AUSTIN
GORDON AUSTIN 1942 ~ 2023 Gordon George Austin passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023 at the age of 80 years, beloved husband of Elaine Austin of Medicine Hat. 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
CHRISTINA BRODIE
CHRISTINA BRODIE 1983 ~ 2023 Christina Hope Brodie of Medicine Hat passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023 at the age of 39 years. 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
ANTHONY ROBINSON
ANTHONY ROBINSON 1955 ~ 2023 Anthony Clarence Robinson of Medicine Hat passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023 at the age of 67 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
ED WEISGERBER
ED WEISGERBER 1938 ~ 2023 It is with heavy hearts that we announce that Ed Weisgerber of Medicine Hat, beloved husband to lrene, passed away peacefully with family by his side on March 3, 2023 at the age of 84 years. He was predeceased by his parents Mike and Barbara Weisgerber; his son Shane and his siblings, Mary Buscholl (Jim), Wilf, Vic and Bill.
Besides his loving wife Irene, Ed is survived by his children, Larry (Alana) and Sandra Greene (Jason); his grandchildren Sydney (Brandon), Taylor (Devon), Matt, Rob, Bret and Chad (Charlee) and his great grandchildren, Amelia and Mason; his siblings, Joe (Peggy), Mike (Anne) and Marlene Duchscherer (Ron) and his sisters-in-law Jeanette, Donna and Eleanore. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Ed was born on December 18, 1938, at Prelate Saskatchewan and grew up on the family farm near Sceptre. Ed left home and began work with the Bridge Crew where he met his future wife Irene. They married on January 23, 1965 and settled in Medicine Hat. He began his lifelong career with the Department of Highways, which later became Volker Stevin, where he retired from at the age of 69. Ed loved his job, family and friends. He could always find a card game and visit with anyone. He enjoyed fishing, watching hockey, working in the yard and spending time with his family. Ed will be fondly remembered and greatly missed. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Wednesday evening at 6:00 p.m. The prayer service will be live streamed. Those who wish to attend virtually, please visit pattisonfuneralhome.com and select live streaming, then select the youtube (arrow). The funeral mass will be celebrated in St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church (238 – 2nd Avenue N.E.) on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Roque Pereira celebrant. 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
MURRAY THOMAS GREEN
MURRAY THOMAS GREEN March 12, 1933 March 1, 2023 It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Murray Thomas Green. Murray passed away peacefully at the age of 89 with his family at his side on the morning of his 65th wedding anniversary and 11 days shy of his 90th birthday. He was born and educated in Vernon, BC. He served with the Royal Canadian Air Force. Upon his return to Vernon, he met the love of his life, Elsie Newick. They were married on March 1, 1958. Together they had 4 children; Kevin Green (Debbie), Stuart Green (Carmia), Teri Holt (Fred), and Robyn Green. Murray was blessed to have 12 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. He was an avid sportsman which included curling, hockey, lacrosse, hunting, and his extreme love of golf. Murray excelled in his sports and received many accolades, awards, and championships. He was very well known for his business accomplishments. He worked in the insurance industry for 32 years in BC and Alberta. He accomplished his dream by opening his own insurance agency in Medicine Hat (Green Insurance Agency Ltd.). Upon an early retirement in 1984, he returned to his home town of Vernon, BC and continued in the insurance business with Capri Insurance for an additional 18 years. In 2022, Murray and Elsie returned to Medicine Hat to be closer to family and finally retire officially. Murray was predeceased by his parents, Alex and Aldea Green; his brothers, Emory (Margaret) Green, Gerald Green; his in-laws, Bud and Margaret Newick; and brother-in-law, Wayne Newick. Murray loved spending time with his family and he will be greatly missed by all.
As per Murray’s wishes, there will be no formal service. In lieu of flowers, donations in Murray’s memory may be made to the Medicine Hat and District Health Foundation. 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
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