March 17, 2023
By Obituaries on March 17, 2023.
NORMAN CLARENCE SCHNEIDER
NORMAN CLARENCE SCHNEIDER1932 2023 It is with great sadness and broken hearts that the family of Norman Schneider announce his passing on Saturday, March 11th, 2023, at the age of 90 years.Norman leaves to cherish his memory his beloved wife of 67 years, Phyllis Schneider; his daughter and son-in-law, Debra and Steve Phaff; grandsons, Colin (Cheryl) Phaff and Wyatt (Jennifer) Phaff; great grandchildren, Myah and Lawson Phaff; his son, Douglas Schneider; sister, Lillian Pahl; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.Norman grew up on the family farm south of Irvine. In 1955, he married Phyllis Lehr and they spent 67 wonderful years together. While working alongside each other, they were wonderful parents to their two children. They were kept very busy running the farm, which included all the tasks and responsibilities associated with farming and raising cattle: sowing and harvesting, cutting hay and baling, milking, raising pigs and chickens. Dad was very meticulous. Along with Phyllis, the farm was always tidy, the buildings painted and fences mended. He always believed it was important to be ready and on time whether it was for work or play.In 1981, Norman and Phyllis retired to Medicine Hat. For several years he enjoyed playing slow pitch, curling and golfing. During the summers, in addition to taking care of the yard and garden, Norman and Phyllis enjoyed camping and fishing. One of the highlights was taking their two grandsons on annual camping trips. Winter vacations took them on several cruises and many vacations to tropical countries with the entire family joining the fun. These will be memories we will all cherish.Norman was always a very curious and social person. As the years went by, he enjoyed playing cards and visiting with friends and family.We will always remember his kind eyes and warm loving personality. He lived his life in moderation, always positive and always with a smile. Thank you, Dad, for being an inspiration and incredible role model to all of us.The family will gather privately to honour this amazing man at a later date.Thank you to the incredible staff at Agecare Riverview for the excellent and loving care during the past few months. You treated Dad with dignity and grace. We cannot begin to express our gratitude.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
YULK TSE
1946 ~ YULK TSE ~ 2023 Yulk Tsun Tse of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of May Tse, passed away on Saturday, March 11th, 2023 at the age of 76 years. Yulk leaves to cherish his memory his wife, May; children, Hon (Lillian), Nan (Linda), and Yee (Ling); grandchildren, Andrew, Sally, Kelvin, Emily, Elisha, and Brenda; brother, Yu Ning (Yuk Chia), and four sisters. Yulk was very hard working and a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL #1 Dunmore Road SE Medicine Hat, AB on Saturday, March 18th, 2023 at 9:30 am. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Yulk Tse. 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.
ANNA CUERIDA PURYCH
ANNA CUERIDA PURYCH August 11, 1938 March 10, 2023
It is with great sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of Anna Cuerida Purych. Cuerida was born in Peers, Alberta on August 11, 1938. She passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on March 10, 2023, at the age of 84. Cuerida was the eldest of five children. Growing up on the family farm kept them busy with hard work and lots of good times, many good stories were told. Cuerida was blessed with a daughter, Carol, at the age of 16. She was young and knew she had to provide for her daughter and help with the farm, so she went to Edmonton to find work while her mom cared for Carol. In 1956, she met and married the love of her life, Metro (Matt) Purych, and they brought four beautiful children into the world. Heartbreakingly, Matt passed away before their fourth child was born. Things were never the same for Cuerida, but she had children to raise and life moved on. Cuerida was blessed with two more children when she met Michael Yasinchuk and they lived on the Yasinchuk family farm for a few years before they relocated to Prince George, B.C. Her life’s journey took her up north to Fort. St. John, B.C. in the early 1970’s and finally to Medicine Hat in 2015. Cuerida loved a party and would dance the night away if she could! She spent much of her spare time listening to music, reading, crocheting, sewing, and most of all she loved to go for walks with her fur babies. She always had two “or more” dogs, plenty of cats, and two cockatiels throughout her lifetime. She loved them all, they were her babies and her companions. Cuerida was always a hard worker. She started out in the hotel/restaurant industry waitressing and eventually went on to cooking, which she had a talent for and loved to do. She worked in the parts department of a car dealership and loved it! Her most favorite job of all was cooking in oilfield and highway camps. She was over the moon because she could take her fur babies to camp with her. She embraced the peacefulness of the wilderness and would go for long walks with her dogs every day. She even had some encounters with the wild critters that lived there. She was so proud of her career and built a prestigious reputation for her cooking. She had many great memories to talk about! We will miss her very much! Cuerida is predeceased by her mother and stepfather, Carole and Art Boles; husband, Metro Purych; brother, Bud Bryant; sons, Rocky and Randy Purych; daughter, Pam Purych; grandson, Matthew Yasinchuk; granddaughter, Jodi Roberts; daughter-in-law, Kathy Purych; son-in-laws, Gord Herbst and Kenneth (Dino) Okimaw. Cuerida is survived by her siblings, Mary Bryant (Harvey), Shirley Olson (Larry), and May Eisert; her daughters, Carol Bespoyasny (Ernie), Lynn Purych, Twyla and Deneen Yasinchuk; as well as many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. She will be forever in our hearts and memories. A Celebration of Life will take place in Prince George, BC this Summer. We would like to extend our thanks to Cuerida’s home care and palliative staff, Dr. Malmberg, the staff at Sandstone Pharmacy, the staff at St. Josephs’s Home – Carmel Hospice, and the staff at Saamis Memorial for the care and compassion they showed towards Cuerida and our family. Memorial gifts in Cuerida Purych’s memory may be made to S.P.C.A., 55 Southview Drive SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Cuerida Purych. 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.
JANICE PONTO
1954 ~ JANICE PONTO ~ 2023 The family of Janice Mary Ponto (nee Beck) are so sad to announce her passing on March 15th, 2023 at the age of 68 years. She leaves to honour her memory her husband, Gordon; and son, Stephen, who says she was the best person he ever knew! She also leaves her mom, Dolores; brothers, Keith (Regi) and Stephen; and sister, Nancy (Greg), mother-in-law, Helen (Sid); and sister in-law, Terry (Dwayne); as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members on her and Gordon’s sides. She was predeceased by her dad, Harvey Beck, and father-in-law, Norman Ponto. Janice was born on November 24th, 1954. She grew up in Redcliff and Medicine Hat, graduating from McCoy High School. Janice moved to Calgary and took her LPN training. She worked as an LPN at the Calgary General Hospital for many years. Janice and Gordon were married in 1983. They moved back to Medicine Hat and she worked at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. In 1994, they welcomed their son, Stephen, into their family; he was always Janice’s pride and joy! They were able to spend many years of good health and enjoyed camping and travelling. Janice enjoyed watching reno and cooking shows to get ideas for her home and for family meals. Janice was a talented seamstress, knitter, and scrapbooker. She loved to shop and loved pets. She took up painting in her more recent years. We will miss our precious mom, wife, sister, and aunt. Rest in peace Janice. A private service for family may be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Janice’s name can be made to Alberta Cancer Foundation, 710 10123, 99th Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 3H1 and Carmel Hospice at St. Joseph’s Home, 156 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Janice Ponto. 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.
CAROL MARTINS
1931 ~ CAROL MARTINS ~ 2023
Carol Martins of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Anthony Martins, passed away on Friday, March 10th, 2023 at the age of 92 years. Carol leaves to cherish her memory her daughters, Valerie (David) and Melanie; grandchildren, Banning (Rachel), Klarissa, Anthony, and Jillian; great-grandchildren, Harvest and Cedar; and sister, Sandy (Jim). She was predeceased by her husband, Anthony; son, Sydney; grandchild, Logan; and brother, Allan (Rita). A Graveside Service will be held later in the Spring at Hillside Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Carol Martins. 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.
MURRAY HELEM
1956 – MURRAY HELEM – 2023 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Murray Helem on Thursday, March 2nd, 2023 at the age of 66 years. He leaves his life partner, Kendra Anderson and his two service dogs, Larissa and Kimba, to tend to their farm that he was so passionate about. Murray also leaves to cherish his memory his children, Shane Blair (Kasandra Sajinovic), Tammie Helem, Tara Helem (Regan Scott), Sean Sheppard (Megan Doell), and Sarah Helem (Tim Bower); grandchildren, Tyren Melnik, Arianne Schuh, Aaliyah Sheppard, Nathan Sheppard, Jacob Sheppard, and Aspen Blair; as well as his brother, Ken Helem. Muray was predeceased by his parents, William George and Helem and June Marie Helem. The family invites you to join them at the Alano Club, 466 McLeod Trail SE, Medicine Hat on Sunday, March 19th, 2023 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm to celebrate Murray’s life with them. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Murray Helem. 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.
LEN DEWALT
LEN DEWALT 1937 ~2023 Harold Leonard “Len” Dewalt of Medicine Hat passed away on Tuesday, March 14 , 2023 at the age of 85 years. He leaves to cherish his memory four children, Mike Dewalt, Michele Cavanaugh, Tom Dewalt, Jerrianne Dewalt; grandchildren, Tim, Amanda, Kaitlin, Neil, Christopher, Mikayla, and Haylie, as well as numerous great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, Simon and Rosie Dewalt; his first wife Joanne Dewalt and his second wife Marjorie Risling Dewalt; as well as his siblings. Len was born on October 30, 1937. He grew up on a farm just south of Medicine Hat and attended the Feldman Lake School. Len worked for Goodyear for 36 years before his retirement in 1994. He was an active volunteer for numerous clubs around the city which included the Top Hat Bingo Association and the Canada Day Society. Len could be seen looking after the pool in the yard even though he could not swim. He always wanted to ensure everyone around him was enjoying themselves. Len enjoyed gardening, fishing, baking, making pickles and sauerkraut, puzzles, country music, and two stepping. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Sunday, March 19, 2023 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The graveside service will be held in the Hillside Cemetery on Monday, March 20, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. with Life Celebrant David Townsend officiating. Those who wish to attend the graveside service are asked to meet inside the main gates to Hillside Cemetery at 9:45 a.m. Donations in memory of Len may be made to the Alzheimer Society Alberta and Northwest Territories. 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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