April 21, 2023

By Obituaries on April 21, 2023.

MARY MADELINE KULTGEN

MARY MADELINE KULTGEN 1930 2023
On a calm spring morning of April 18, 2023, with the sun shining and her children by her side, Mary Madeline Kultgen peacefully passed away at the age of 93.
Madeline was born February 18, 1930, in Lethbridge Alberta. She was the only daughter of Marcella and Phillip Skroch, a devoted wife, a loving mother of six, a cherished grandmother and a beloved great gramma.
Madeline was a proud, life-long, community member of Foremost, Alberta and she was involved in many organizations through the years – most notably the CWL of OLPH. Madeline dedicated her life to supporting and building her family’s farming operation; tirelessly working alongside her husband for many years doing everything from marking for Ken when he was aerial spraying, to shovelling barley out of the barn while Ken was gone hunting, to feeding the whole harvest crew for many years with the help of her daughters and eventually her daughters-in-law.
Madeline’s home was as welcoming as her smile. Madeline and Ken loved to host family and friends for dinners that turned into living room concerts. They enjoyed few things more than playing music to entertain guests or alone together each evening. She never missed an opportunity to socialize with her family, to find an encouraging word, or to have a good time. Be it playing cards, dancing the night away at her grandkids’ weddings, or simply riding out to the farm to enjoy touring the crops, for Madeline it was about being present. Her approach to life was inspirational to all who knew her, as she was positive and gracious, using humour to embrace the challenges of life and transcending hardships with the most beautifully humble strength.
Madeline is survived by four children, Colleen Kultgen, Phillip Kultgen and partner Dennis Schott, Ken and Kim (Ward) Kultgen, Marcell (Kultgen) and Randy Warnock; 15 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her parents Marcella (Sullivan) Skroch and Phillip Skroch;, her brother John Skroch; her sons Clifford Kultgen and Calvin Kultgen; her daughter-in-law Darlene (Schnieder) Kultgen; and her loving husband of 59 years, Ken Kultgen Sr.
As we say goodbye to the matriarch of our family, we will keep her legacy alive in the moments we choose kindness, compassion and grace.
If anyone would like to join the family in Prayers for Madeline, the service will be held at 7:00 pm, on Friday April 21, 2023 at the OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC CHURCH in Foremost Alberta.
A Private Family Funeral Service and burial will take place on Saturday April 22, 2023.
To honor Madeline’s memory, the family requests that donations be made to the Foremost Community Hall in lieu of flowers. There are several ways to make a donation:
E-transfer to VLG4MOST@telusplanet.net and include a comment that the transfer is in memory of Madeline Kultgen for the Community Hall.Contact the Village office at 403-867-3733 during regular business hours to arrange a donation.Send a cheque made out to the Village of Foremost, noted as a donation in memory of Madeline Kultgen for the Community Hall to Box 159, Foremost, AB, T0K 0X0.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

DALE COVE

DALE COVE 1951 ~ 2023 Dale Alexander Cove was born in Medicine Hat on July 13, 1951, and passed away peacefully on April 19, 2023. He is survived by his loving wife, Donna; daughter, Angela; son, Eli; grandchildren, Xan and Aria; sister, Terrylee; step-sisters, Kathy, Susan, Joy and Laurie as well as many nieces and nephews. Dale worked for CP Rail as a conductor for 35 years. When he wasn’t working, Dale enjoyed camping, fishing, playing golf, live music and a nice, cold beer. No formal service will be held at this time. (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”

VERLA DIAMOND

VERLA DIAMOND 1958 ~ 2023
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Verla Elaine Diamond announces her passing at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at the age of 65 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced once completed. (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”

KELLY ANDERSON

KELLY ANDERSON 1961 ~ 2023
It is with great sadness that Clinton announces the passing of his beloved wife, Kelly Lee Marie Anderson in Redcliff on Monday, April 17, 2023, at the age of 61 years. Kelly leaves behind to cherish her memory; her husband Clinton “Squint” Anderson; two children, Russell (Indria) and Julie (Chris); grandchildren, Clinton, Danisa, Reinadya, (Russell); Rachael and Jessica (Julie); brothers, Mark (Kathy) and Edwin (Kathleen); sisters; Linda (JJ) and Tammy (Steve); step-mother, Linda (Roland-deceased) as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Kelly was born in Sudbury, Ontario on August 18, 1961, to Roland and Marie Riengeutte, She moved to Alberta in 1979 and married Squint, the love of her life, on November 27, 1981. Kelly worked at Trukker’s Restaurant in Redcliff for numerous years. She was the type of person to never back down for what she believed in. She had a great sense of humour and was full of spunk; always having a big heart for friends and family. The Edmonton Oilers were her favourite team and she always made time to cheer them on whenever they were playing on TV. Beloved animals that she adored in her life were Gizmo and Hooch. A private celebration of her life will be held at Kelly and Clinton’s residence in Redcliff at a later date. (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”

DAVE KRAUSE

DAVE KRAUSE 1926 – 2023
David “Dave” Krause of Medicine Hat, passed away on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at the age of 96 years, beloved husband of the late Pauline Krause. He leaves to cherish his memory three children, Lorne (Nina), Darlene (Steve) Patyna and Dale Krause and three grandchildren, Josh (Andrea) Krause, Joel Krause and Michelle (Evan) Both. Dave was predeceased by his wife Pauline on February 12, 2018, and his parents Helen and Christian Krause. Dave was born at home on June 24, 1926, near Fox Valley Saskatchewan. Dave had two siblings. Dave’s father eventually sold the farm and purchased the Richmound General Store in the 30’s. Trips to Maple Creek or Medicine Hat were always a big deal. Dave and his sister Ruth along with a choir sang on CHAT Radio weekly in the later 40’s, many times with Sgt. Al and Lois Mast. Dave and Pauline married in December of 1950 and their music ministry continued until 2010. Dave and Pauline were very committed members of First Assembly Church throughout their lives. He taught Sunday School to youth and eventually adults. Dave was considered a quiet, kind man by everyone he met. He will be missed by his family and friends. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Friday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held at First Assembly of God Church (395 – 9th Street S.E.) on Saturday, April 22, 2023, at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Ken Roset and Rev. Glen Dueck officiating. The funeral service will be live streamed. To attend virtually, please visit First Assembly // Medicine Hat – YouTube. A private family interment will take place at 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

RICK FOLK

RICK FOLK Richard “Rick” Folk passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at the age of 70 years, beloved husband of Carol Folk 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

BARBEAU, LONA MARY (NEE LEYH)

BARBEAU, LONA MARY (NEE LEYH) March 11, 1942 ~ April 16, 2023
Our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother Lona, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2023, at the age of 81 years. Her family was in attendance during her last days of being cared for in St. Joseph’s Hospice in Medicine Hat. She was predeceased by her first husband Leo Barbeau and her second husband Leo Sellinger; her parents Russell and Rhea (Hayes) Leyh; her father-in-law and mother-in-law George and Nellie (McLaughlin) Barbeau; brother-in-law Noel (Alfreda) Barbeau, and her son-in-law Don Lloyd. She is survived by her son Blair (Eve) Barbeau of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan; daughter Lori Lloyd of Okotoks, Alberta, and son Shayne (Tetyana) Barbeau of Desert Blume, Alberta; her grandchildren Mark (Jenn) Kotyk, Michele (Afshon) Ostovar, Jayme, Julian, Kira (Bryan) and Braden Lloyd, Michael (Jasmine) Mykhaylov and Natalea Barbeau; great-grandchildren Danny Ostovar, Maya Kotyk and Emmalyn Pachal as well as the extended Sellinger family. Lona was born in Humboldt, Saskatchewan on March 11, 1942, to Russell and Rhea Leyh. She grew up in Humboldt with her grandparents Harold and Gertrude (Harder) Hayes while her parents tended to their farm near Viscount, Saskatchewan. She attended Catholic School in Humboldt, the Ursuline Academy in Bruno, and Humboldt High School. She married her first husband Leo in 1960 in Humboldt where he was working with Sask Power. Their family started out in Maple Creek, Saskatchewan and moved to Yorkton, Melville and back to Maple Creek in 1973. Lona worked as the elementary school librarian while her children were attending school in both Melville and Maple Creek and loved helping all the children she met. At the library, she was able to share her passion for seasonal holidays, by filling the room with festive decorations. Lonaparticipated in church-related and volunteer activities and enjoyed the role of being a church organist at St. Lawrence Catholic Church. She lived her last years in Medicine Hat, with her second husband, Leo Sellinger. Upon his passing in 2020, her grandson Jayme came to live with her. Lona took a sincere interest in the happiness and welfare of her family and all the people she met. She will be dearly missed by her family as well as her many close friends. A funeral service will be announced at a later date. Interment will also be at a later date at St. Augustine Catholic Cemetery in Humboldt and in Maple Creek Cemetery. In honour of Lona’s love for her pets and those of her family, please direct any donations, in lieu of flowers, to animal care facilities in the respective donor’s locale. 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

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