April 18, 2023

By Obituaries on April 18, 2023.

LIETZ, WALTER

LIETZ, WALTER March 23, 1939 April 12, 2023 On April 12, 2023, after a brief battle with cancer, our beloved husband, father, and Opa passed away peacefully, and went to his eternal home with Jesus at the age of 84.
Walter will be lovingly remembered by his children, Gordon Lietz, Sharon (Scott) Guterson, and Heidi (Ryan) Dubetz; grandchildren, Alyssa, Berlynn, and Keaton. He is also sadly missed by wife, Ruby Lietz (nee Peters) and her daughter, Kathy (John) Berard and their daughters, Bethany, Leah and Julianne; her son, Jim (Perye) Andres and their son, Sam. He also leaves to mourn his brothers, Bruno (Dagmar) Lietz, and Gary Lietz; as well as loving nieces, nephews, their children, and many friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Heinrich (Martha) Lietz, his first wife and mother of his children, Hildegard Lietz (nee Labrentz); his brothers, Arnold Lietz and Kurt (Hetty) Lietz; brothers-in-law, Dan Schulz, Art Labrentz, Ray Labrentz, Erwin Labrentz; and his granddaughter, Zoey Dubetz.
He was a hardworking, strong and loving person. His favourite pastimes were fishing, volunteering, playing rook, visiting with friends, travelling, playing baseball, and watching all kinds of sports – his favourite team being the Toronto Blue Jays.
In addition to his passion for helping others, he left behind a legacy of faith that guided him his entire life. Walter, Dad, Opa, we thank you for the path you’ve paved before us, and for a lifetime of memories we will all cherish forever. Special thanks to St. Joseph’s hospice who made his final days comfortable with their kindness and compassion.
A celebration of his life will be held in Medicine Hat on Friday, April 21, 2023, at Hillcrest Church (3785 13 Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB) at 1:00pm. For those unable to attend, the service will be available to view by visiting http://www.hillcrestchurch.net/funerals. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to either of these organizations through their websites: nehemiahconstruction.ca, or prairiegleaners.com in honour of Walter Lietz. 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

WENDY MAY INSKO

WENDY MAY INSKO September 21, 1964 April 7, 2023 It is with unimaginable sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Wendy Insko. She was a partner, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother and friend, and she was loved. Wendy was predeceased by her dad, Butch, in November 2022. She is survived by her partner, Dean Dinning; mother, Bonnie Insko; daughter, Brandi Pederson; grandchildren, Presley and Paisley Pederson; brother, Steve Insko; sister, Kim Insko; and Dean’s children, Kyla and Kallyn and their families. She will also be remembered in the highest regard and missed dearly by her many friends and clients. Her furry buddies Hank and Rosie will miss the fetch and cuddles at the farm. Wendy’s biggest joy was her grandchildren, with whom she spent countless hours. Sports, dance, visits, shopping and tending to those “damn” cats were among their adventures together. The girls will miss her deeply and will cherish all the time spent with Gramma Wendy. Wendy’s partner Dean was her greatest love and he loved her back just as hard. The vacations, weekends out at Rattlesnake, RV and bike trips will forever be changed. We are eternally grateful for his unwavering support to Wendy and the family. The family would like to express our deepest gratitude and thanks to the people and medical staff that gave Wendy the most amazing care during her short illness. She was bathed in love, light and warmth and we will be forever thankful for that blessing. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations would be welcomed by Alberta Pound and Rescue Centre (APARC), 1002 South Railway Street SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 2W2 or the Alberta Children’s Hospital, 2888 Shaganappi Trail NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B 6A8. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date. 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.

MARY ANN KRASSMAN

MARY ANN KRASSMAN 1935 ~ 2023 Mary Ann Krassman of Medicine Hat passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2023, at the age of 87 years, beloved wife of the late Victor Krassman. Mary was born on July 8th, 1935, in Eustachow, Poland. She leaves to cherish her memory two children, Mark Krassman and Victoria Krassman (Jerry Shaw); two grandchildren, Jole (Tanelle) Krassman and Dustyn Krassman; one great granddaughter, Layla Krassman as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Stanislaw “Stanley” and Marianna Jarczewski; and her husband, Victor Krassman; one son, Allan Krassman; a brother, Michael Jarczewski and her two sisters, Stephanie Florkowski and Helen Jarczewski. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Tuesday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m and at the church one hour prior to mass. The funeral mass will be celebrated in St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church (238 – 2nd Avenue N.E.) on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Roque Pereira, celebrant. 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). 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

HEROLD KNODEL

HEROLD KNODEL September 18, 1924 ~ November 17, 2022 It is with sadness that the family of Herold Knodel announce his passing at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Thursday, November 17, 2022, at the age of 98 years. Herold was predeceased by his wife of 57 years, Violet; parents, August and Karoline Knodel; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Alice and Barnabus Blackburn; two brothers, Herbert and Milbert; four sisters, Martha, Meta, Ida and Hertha; five sisters-in-law; eight brothers-in-law as well as two nieces and five nephews. He is survived by a number of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews. A Memorial Celebration of Herold’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, April 21, 2023, at 10 a.m. with Pastor Murray Jaster officiating. A time of fellowship will follow in the Cook Southland Reception Facility. Herold’s celebration will be live streamed. Those who cannot attend but wish to experience his service may visit http://www.cook southland.com and select the View Broadcast button on the home page at service time. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) If friends so desire, donations in remembrance of Herold may be made to the charity of one’s choice. 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”

DOUG STEINKEY

DOUG STEINKEY 1959 ~ 2023 The family is saddened to announce the passing of Douglas John Steinkey in Edmonton on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, at the age of 63 years. Doug was born on March 7, 1959 in Eastend, SK., and was raised in Maple Creek. He is survived by his loving wife, Cheryl; daughter, Jamie (Ty) Rohl and their son, Corbin and daughter, Lux; son, Dustin (Jamie) Steinkey and their son, Max; Jamie and Dustin’s mother, Penny Steinkey; step-granddaughter, Sydney; his mother, Emma Steinkey; sister, Linda (John) Stauffer; brothers, Jerome (Laurie), Duane (Jacqueline) as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Doug was pre-deceased by his father, Magnus ‘Max’ Steinkey. A Private Graveside service will be held at Hillside Cemetery on Saturday, April 22, 2023, with Deacon Robert Risling 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”

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