March 25, 2023
By Obituaries on March 25, 2023.
HENNY VAN EERDE (NEE ZOETEMEYE
HENNY VAN EERDE (NEE ZOETEMEYER) May 1, 1931 ~ March 21, 2023Hendrina Maria ‘Henny’ van Eerde, beloved wife of the late Jack van Eerde, passed away peacefully in Medicine Hat on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at the age of 91 years. Left to mourn Henny’s passing are her children, Jeff (Janet) and Humphrey (Donna); grandchildren, Peter, David and Kevin; her sister, Els Werdmuller von Elgg as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Jack; son, Peter; parents, Bertus and Jeanette Zoetemeyer; brothers, Leen, Wim, Bert and Gerard as well as sisters, Netty, Corrie and Anneke. Henny was born the eighth of nine children in Mojokerto, Indonesia. After surviving several years in Japanese internment camps during the war, her family immigrated to the Netherlands in 1947, where she met Jack. They were married in 1953, and immigrated to Canada in 1954. After living briefly in Penticton, BC., Henny and Jack raised their family in Medicine Hat. She travelled extensively with Jack and made new friends on each journey. Henny had enduring friendships with the neighbours she met over the years. She loved to camp, garden, feed the wildlife in her yard, bowl, read, play cards and do crossword puzzles. The family would like to thank all of her friends, especially Marilyn and Dick Moser and Rose and John Weimer, for the friendship and support they provided to Henny and family over the many years. A private graveside service will be held at Hillside Cemetery. In recognition of Henny’s very generous nature, donations in her name may be made to the charity of one’s choice. (Condolences may be expressed through 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”
ANN CORRIGAN
~ ANN CORRIGAN ~ Family and friends gathered in Cook’s Chapel yesterday to celebrate Ann’s life and the remarkable lady that she was. Jennifer’s tribute to her mother was heartfelt by all those in attendance, remembering Ann’s beautiful, giving soul. Our hearts ache with sadness, And secret tears do flow, What it means to lose you, No one will ever know!
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”
ABE BERGEN
~ ABE BERGEN ~ A Celebration of Abe’s life was held at Cook’s Funeral Home yesterday. A tribute of photos was shared signifying that Abe is now together once again with his true love, Margaret. I believe a man’s greatest possession is his dignity and that no calling bestows this more than farming. His Life Lived…
His Life Cherished…
His 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”
JIM RACZ
~ JIM RACZ ~ Just a short time ago, family and friends united together at Holy Family Parish to honour the life of Jim “Jimmy the Tulip” Racz. His life was reflected by a special tribute shared by his granddaughter who spoke of a man whose love and laughter will forever leave a lasting legacy for his family and friends. So live your life, laugh again, Enjoy yourself, be free… Then I know with every breath you take You’ll be sharing one for me.
His Life Lived…
His Life Cherished…
His 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”
LARRY HALVORSON,BRENDA HALVORSO
LARRY HALVORSON 1943 ~ 2023 BRENDA HALVORSON 1949 ~ 2023 It is with extremely broken hearts that the family of Mr. and Mrs. Larry and Brenda Halvorson announce their sudden and tragic passing in Cypress County on Monday, March 20, 2023, at the ages of 79 years and 73 years respectively. Service details will be announced upon completion of the funeral arrangements 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”
GEORGE SCHILE
~ GEORGE SCHILE ~ This past Saturday, music and laughter filled the lobby of Cook Southland as memories were shared by family and friends in memory of a truly great man, George will be missed. “Selected for God’s Garden, For a well deserved rest, It should come as no surprise, For God only takes the best.”
His Life Lived…
His Life Cherished…
His 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”
LARRY BONNEVILLE
LARRY BONNEVILLE 1940 – 2023 Laurence “Larry” Bonneville passed away on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at the age of 82 years, beloved husband of Kay Bonneville 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
DYANA LIPPERT
DYANA LIPPERT This wonderful caring woman leaves behind her loving husband Randy, all the special people she loved: Wes Beatch, Wayne Debler (Vivan), Gerald Beatch, James Beatch and his children, David, Tavia (Kane Mcilwraith) and Blaine; Brandy (Dean Ries) and their children Daryl (Danika), Brandon, Matthew and very special young people, Damon, Natalie and Cadence. Also close to her were Art Knight, Rod and Debbie Lippert, Gail and Larry Snyder as well as many dear friends, nieces, nephews and of course her pets Hurley and Ebony. She was predeceased by her parents Albert and Jean Beatch, her sister Bev and three sisters-in-law. This page could be filled with stories of her endless talents and the kindness she showed to everyone she knew, but she was quiet and private and would not want that. A private family service will be held at a later date. Donations in memory of Dyana may be made to APARC – Alberta Pound and Rescue Centre 1002 S Railway St, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2W2 or to S.P.C.A. – 55 Southwest Drive SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8E8. To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com. PATTISON FUNERAL HOME
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540 South Railway St. SE,
Medicine Hat T1A 4C2
LORNE COLE
LORNE COLE 1967 – 2023 My love, you went through Heaven’s Gate and became an Angel. Our beloved Lorne Clark Cole, passed away at the South Health Campus in Calgary on March 20, 2023, with his loving wife and family by his side, following a lengthy illness and a courageous battle. Lorne was born in Shaunavon, Saskatchewan on October 1, 1967. He was a journeyman auto mechanic. He loved to tinker with vehicles and do odd jobs like fixing a coffee machine. He enjoyed the challenge of “figuring it out” and succeeded almost every time. He so much loved his quality time with his family and friends – this meant the world to him. Other than his wife, he loved his fur babies “Rocky and Koco” and had a love/hate relationship with our Parott “Tristin”. During our times away from home they were entrusted with our dear friend Randy. Lorne will be missed by all who knew him – close friends to acquaintances. Besides his loving wife Adele, Lorne leaves to cherish his memory his parents Don and Ilene Pettyjohn; two brothers Shane (Shauna) and Joey (Krista); his nieces and nephews, Luke, James, Jordan (Godchild), Payton, Mathew (Marina), Makayla (Godchild), Maverick, Marshall, Eric (Kali and son Myren), his parents-in-law Tom and Dianne Hammond. He was predeceased by his birth father Clark Cole; one brother Kurt Cole; his grandparents, Walter and Gwen Cole and Frank and Elvira Duke and Marjorie Pettyjohn. Family and friends will gather for the prayer service in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday March 31st at 7:00 p.m. led by Fr. Naveed Arif. A celebration of life will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at 1:00p.m. with Life Celebrant David Townsend officiating. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so one hour prior. If you cannot attend in person, you are invited to watch the prayer service and the funeral service virtually. Please visit pattisonfuneralhome.com and select live streaming, then select the youtube (arrow). To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com. PATTISON FUNERAL HOME
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540 South Railway St. SE,
Medicine Hat T1A 4C2
CATRIONA “TRIONA” MARKS DU
CATRIONA “TRIONA” MARKS DUNLOP August 1, 1924 March 18, 2023 It is with tremendous sadness and deep love that we say goodbye to an extraordinary daughter, sister, aunt and amazing friend. Triona passed away peacefully on March 18, 2023, in her 99th year. Triona was born August 1, 1924, in Ballymena, County Antrim, Northern Ireland to parents John and Agnes Dunlop. In March of 1929, Triona and her parents courageously boarded the Montrose and crossed the Atlantic from Belfast to North America. Their family first moved to Seven Persons, then shortly thereafter settled in Medicine Hat. Triona’s career as a secretary spanned decades as she worked for many local companies: the CPR, Northwest Nitro-Chemicals, Western Co-Op Fertilizers and at the Medicine Hat and District Hospital. Triona has been described as a stalwart of St John’s Presbyterian Church where she grew up and served on the Board of Managers, Elder in Kirk Session Committees and more than 14 years as the first woman Clerk of session in St John’s Church history. Triona is predeceased by her parents and beloved brother John. She leaves to cherish her memory her niece, Tara (Graham), great niece, Grace and great nephew, Greg as well as her precious and specially appreciated friend and supporter, Gloria. Triona’s witty sense of humour, legacy of Christian faith, loyalty to family and her community, her style and fashion sense, and her love of everything Irish will be held close within our hearts always. Flowers are gratefully declined. A graveside service will be held at a later date. To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com. PATTISON FUNERAL HOME
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540 South Railway St. SE,
Medicine Hat T1A 4C2
LARRY DAVIES
1960 ~ LARRY DAVIES ~ 2023 Larry Dale Davies of Medicine Hat passed away on Thursday, March 23rd, 2023 at the age of 62 years. Larry leaves to cherish his memory his children, Kasandra Davies and Chase Davies; granddaughter, Autumn Davies; his brothers and sisters, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Larry was predeceased by his parents, Evan and Ethel Davies. A Celebration of Larry’s life will take place on Monday, March 27th, 2023 at the Elks Hall, 305 – 3rd Street NW, Medicine Hat, AB at 1:00 pm. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Larry Davies. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL
CHAPEL CREMATORIUM &
RECEPTION CENTRE,
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#1 Dunmore Road SE,
Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5
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