April 8, 2023
By Obituaries on April 8, 2023.
CLIFF HRANKOWSKI
CLIFF HRANKOWSKI 1948-2023 It is with great sadness that the family of Dr. Cliff Hrankowski, announce his passing on April 1, 2023, at Rockyview General Hospital in Calgary, AB, age 74 years. He leaves to mourn his beloved wife of 50 years, Elaine (Webster) Hrankowski, son’s Adam, Benjamin, daughter Ann Diamantopoulos (Harry), Grandson’s Nikolas and Yanni and family in Greece. Also, his brother Joe Hrankowski (Vicki) of Medicine Hat, numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. His sister-in-law, Elizabeth Davidson, and brother-in-law, Paul (Christa) Webster.
Cliff was born in Gimli, MB and lived in Winnipeg Beach until attending high school at St. Joseph’s College in Otterburne, MB. Cliff attended the University of Winnipeg then the University of Manitoba in the Faculty of Dentistry.
In 1972, he married Elaine (Webster) and started his first dental practice in Hamiota, MB. In 1976 he moved to Medicine Hat, AB, where he practiced at the Crestwood Dental Clinic for 30 years. Cliff and Elaine retired in Calgary, AB in 2008.
Cliff enjoyed travelling the world and especially his time doing volunteer dentistry work in St. Lucia and Israel. Paris and Rome were favorite cities of his, with a special love for the Vatican. His wonderful laugh, dry sense of humour, love of gardening and the stories he enjoyed sharing will be dearly missed.
Prayer Service will be held on Tuesday April 11 at Eden Brook Funeral Home at 7:00pm, and funeral service to be held on Wednesday April 12, at St. Michael’s Catholic Community Church at 11:00am.
Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada or Doctors Without Borders.
Our loss is profound.
Our love is enduring.
Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting http://www.edenbrookcemetery.ca
SHERRY RIEGER-GILL
SHERRY RIEGER-GILL 1966 ~ 2022 Sherry Rieger-Gill of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of Robert Gill, passed away on Tuesday, December 13th, 2022 at the age of 56 years. The Graveside Service was held on Thursday, April 6th, 2023 at HILLSIDE CEMETERY. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Sherry Rieger-Gill. Funeral arrangements entrusted to
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HENNY VAN EERDE
~ HENNY VAN EERDE ~ A private graveside service was held at Hillside Cemetery one week ago to celebrate Henny’s life. All those present honoured her Dutch heritage as they placed a tulip at the grave in her memory.
She lives inside your laughter She’s the place you come from, Your first home. She’s the map you follow with every step you take.
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”
ERIKA LEEKS
~ ERIKA LEEKS ~ It’s been one week that family and friends gathered to celebrate Erika’s smile and kind spirit. Devin proudly spoke of his sister; someone who will never be forgotten by all those whose lives she touched.
Right now I’m in a different place, And though we seem apart, I’m closer then I ever was… I’m there inside your heart.
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”
ERICH KOENIG
ERICH KOENIG 1932 ~ 2023 It is with heavy hearts that the family of Erich Koenig announce the loss of a most loved and cherished man on March 30, 2023 at the age of 90 years. Erich was born July 17, 1932, in Ostrowite, Poland to Ludwig and Ida Koenig. In 1949, he was in Germany for a short time and then immigrated to Canada in 1951, settling in Redcliff. In 1960, he married Hildegard Schüle, built their home, and raised their family in Redcliff. Erich worked for more than 45 years at the Redcliff Pressed Brick retiring as their maintenance man repairing the presses and modifying the presses for the different sizes and styles of bricks. For 65 years, he was a proud resident of Redcliff until ill health prompted a move to The Good Samaritan Society in Medicine Hat. Erich is predeceased by his wife, Hildegard (almost 57 years of marriage); his parents, Ludwig and Ida; his three sisters, Amanda, Lydia, and Olga; and his two brothers, Fritz and Edwin. Left to mourn his passing is his daughter, Christina; his two sons, Harold (Laura) and Michael and his one and only very special grandson, Brennan. Those who wish to attend the graveside service are asked to meet at the columbarium in the Redcliff Cemetery on Saturday, April 8, 2023 at 11:30 a.m. Rev. Don Scott will officiate. If you are unable to come to the cemetery, please feel free to go to the Redcliff Legion where the family will join you following the interment service. To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.
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540 South Railway St. SE,
Medicine Hat T1A 4C2
CHRISTINE ROBINS
CHRISTINE ROBINS MAY 22, 1945-APRIL 4, 2023 Christine was born in 1945 in Rosenheim, Germany and spent the first nine years of her life living with her beloved Oma and her cousins. She immigrated to Canada in 1954 and settled in Grande Prairie. Christine was a beautiful and curious child and her parents instilled in her an intense work ethic that she carried her whole life. She met Fred on a blind date for New Year’s Eve and they married in 1967. For 55+ years Fred adored Christine and she loved every minute of it. For the last two years during her illness he was her primary caregiver and his gentleness and patience showed he meant every word of their vows “in sickness and in health”. After their marriage they moved to Whitehorse, Yukon where they had their first daughter Raeann (her 5 pound chicken) then to Grande Prairie where she had Rhonda (her Blue Girl) and then back to Whitehorse where she had their third daughter Ramona (the Baby). She made friends everywhere she went and always made you feel seeing you was the highlight of her day. She was the dazzling centre of every party with her love of jewellery, lipstick and her amazing laugh that could be heard across any room. She was famous for her love of Elvis (who must be driving her around in his Pink Cadillac in heaven) and she loved going to the Casino with her son-in-law John. She was always involved in the community as volunteerism was an important part of her life from canvassing for the Cancer Society, to advocating for Victim’s services, being involved in Church retreats, socializing at the nursing home or cooking for people at the Women’s shelter. She also volunteered in palliative care and she sat with many people as they drew their dying breath so they would not be alone. She was truly an angel who walked among us and has returned to her home in heaven with glittering wings and no more pain.
The joy of her life was her grandchildren who she doted on, played with and loved to tease. She was warm, funny and generous with her time with them. She will be forever missed by all of her grandchildren and the grandchildren of her heart as there were so many children she cared for and loved fiercely over the years. She was so proud of them and bragged about them to anyone who would listen.
Christine was predeceased by her parents Sandra and Nik Schweitzer and survived by her devoted husband Fred, her daughters Raeann De Forest (Mitch) and her daughters Leila and Hannah Jackson (and great grandson Sam), Rhonda MacNeil (John) and his children Kaylee, Ryan and Breton MacNeil and Ramona Robins and her daughters Annalise and Evangeline Robins. The family is still processing their heartbreaking loss and will announce plans for a celebration of life at a later date. 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
NANCY LOVEJOY
NANCY LOVEJOY 1933 – 2023
Nancy Edith Caroline (nee Washer) was born on October 20, 1933 and went to be with her Lord on the 31st day of March, 2023 at the age of 89 years. Nancy is survived by her loving husband of 20 years, Russell Gordon Lovejoy of Medicine Hat. Predeceased by her father Leslie Fowler Washer in 1981, her mother Arena (Hall) Washer in 1993 and her brother Leslie George Samuel Washer in 1986, all of Montreal, Quebec. Nancy was born in Montreal and had a long association with the Salvation Army in Quebec until she moved with her first husband (late, Donald Smith) to Medicine Hat in 1990, to be closer to their children who were living in the Calgary area. Nancy transferred to Hillcrest Evangelical Church in 1993 and became a member in the Stephen’s Ministry Program. An active member of the Veiner/Strathcona Centers, Nancy enjoyed dancing, fitness classes and the Thursday evening 50 plus club where she served as President for two years. Nancy spent her spare time visiting palliative care patients at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital through the Hillcrest Church visitation program, volunteered at the local food bank and was a “foster mom” to several World Vision children over the years. Nancy met Russ in June of 2002 and they married on May 31, 2003. They shared a mutual love of dancing, golf and travel having taken three cruises, several trips across Europe and many short visits to Cuba where Nancy distributed bibles to the locals.
She leaves to cherish her memory one daughter Deborah (Kevin) McInnes of Diamond Valley, Alberta and one son Bradford (Carleen) Smith of Calgary; eight grandchildren: Christa (Rob), Lindsay (Abe), Adam (Jennifer), Alex (Clare Barnett), Olivia, Jessica, Andrew and Evan as well as ten great grandchildren. Nancy will be deeply missed by her sister Norma (Richard) Frost of Airdrie, Alberta and their two sons, Brian and Kevin as well as many friends and extended family members.
Thank you to all the wonderful caregivers at Riverview Long Term Care where Nancy lived since January of 2019. The individual attention and the love you showered on Nancy and give to all residents, is exemplary. Special thanks to Nancy’s devoted Caring Hearts friend Melissa, who spent quality girl time with Nancy, keeping her hair and nails looking fabulous, reading favourite Bible passages, playing games and giving encouragement with eating. You have been a godsend to our beloved Nancy.
The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, April 15, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. with Kevin McInnes officiating. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so one hour prior to the service. The service will be live streamed. Those who wish to attend virtually, please visit pattisonfuneralhome.com and select live streaming, then select the youtube (arrow). A private family interment will take place at Prairie View Cemetery (5160 Gershaw Dr SW). As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Veiner Center in Medicine Hat or to Hillcrest Church. 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
RODNEY SEITZ
RODNEY SEITZ 1939 ~2023
Rodney Cyril Seitz of Medicine Hat passed away on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at the age of 83 years, beloved husband of the late Loretta Seitz. He leaves to cherish his memory his son, Kelly (Tracey) Seitz and his two grandchildren, Jamie (John) Schigol and Mason Seitz. 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
WAI LIAM “BILL” SETO
WAI LIAM “BILL” SETO
Wai Liam “Bill” Seto of Medicine Hat passed away on Thursday, April 6 , 2023 at the age of 80 years, beloved husband of Kam Seto. 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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