May 6, 2023
By Obituaries on May 6, 2023.
KATE KOTTMEIER
KATE KOTTMEIER April 29, 1959 ~ April 22, 2023 It is with profound sadness that the family of Kathleen Anne Kottmeier announce her peaceful, yet unexpected passing in Medicine Hat on Saturday, April 22, 2023, at the age of 63 years. Kathleen “Kate” was predeceased by her parents, Stuart Roy Kottmeier and Rose Ellen Kottmeier (nee Farrell) and more recently by her older sister, Shelley (Joe) Litowsky. Leaving behind to cherish her memory are her brother, Timothy “Tim” Kottmeier; sisters, Dale Beaven (John), Colleen Kottmeier and twin sister, Margaret Lohmaier (Bob). Kathleen also leaves to mourn one nephew, Graham Beaven (Anita) and three nieces, Andrea Kottmeier-Moar (Bret), Kyra Beaven (Monty) and Christina McKinley (Robert). Kathleen was born in Medicine Hat and had the privilege of growing up in Ralston. After attending the Ralston Primary School, she continued on to McCoy Senior High School, where she graduated in 1977. Kathleen then attended Medicine Hat College which then led onto a long and incredibly rewarding career with the Department of National Defense; retiring after 37 years of service in May 2018. Throughout her career, Kathleen made many long term friendships. Even after retirement, she returned to work part time with the DND for another year prior to her permanent retirement in June of 2019. During her retirement years, she spent much of her time fostering and rescuing cats. Kathleen’s dedication to this invaluable resource was evident along with her compassion, hope and great love. She had a big heart, a big smile and the greatest gift of all, kindness. A Celebration of Kathleen’s Life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery with a time of fellowship to follow thereafter in the Cook Southland Reception Facility. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com). Memorial donations in Kathleen’s name 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 ~
A private graveside service at Hillside Cemetery was held last Saturday in honour of Doug. He was laid to rest next to his father, Max, a place where Emma can now visit them both.
In some small way, Every single day, Memories of you come our way.
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”
LEN DIETRICH
~ LEN DIETRICH ~
With the warmth of the sun shining down, a private graveside service was held at Hillside Cemetery in Len’s honour. Stories and a video tribute of cherished memories were shared in a time of fellowship thereafter.
“Grow old along with me. The best is yet to be!”
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”
LJ LANGAN
~ LJ LANGAN ~ A week ago today, a spiritual celebration of LJ’s life was held at the Seven Persons Hall. Smudging of sweetgrass over the casket and traditional drumming took place, welcoming Wakpana Gahada Langan to his native land.
Your memory is our keepsake, With which we will never part God has you in his keeping We have you in our hearts.
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”
BOB STAPLES
~ BOB STAPLES ~
A gathering of family and friends held at St. Patrick’s Church a short time ago, honoured the life of this much loved man. Bob was laid to rest in the Empress Cemetery with his loving wife, Chris… reunited once again, together in heaven.
So go in peace, You’ve earned your sleep, Your love in our hearts, We’ll eternally keep!
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”
ROBERT STEVEN HAFSO
ROBERT STEVEN HAFSO
June 7th, 1971 April 26th, 2023 It is with heavy hearts that we announce that Robert Steven Hafso passed away April 26, 2023.
Bob leaves many to survive him, including his parents, Darryl and Frances (Bird) Hafso; son, Steven Hafso (Chelsea Cnossen); daughter, Brianne Hafso (Philip Prysiazny); grandchildren, Brooklyn, Roman, Dominic, Lily, and Adelline-Dawn.
He also leaves to cherish his memory his older brothers, Darryl (Koreen) Hafso, Jason (Adele) Hafso, and a younger sister, Melissa Hafso; numerous nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles and their families.
Bob was predeceased by grandparents, John & Viola (Cabana) Bird, Norman & Florence (Sangster) Hafso; Uncle Ken Bird, Uncle Lloyd Bird; Lloyd’s wife, Angeline (Sauers) and their children, Justin and Danielle Bird; aunt, Laura (Cindy) Bird.
Bob was born June 7, 1971, in Medicine Hat, Alberta. In his younger years, he loved motorcycling, stock car racing, and snowmobiling. As he grew older, he worked on the oil rigs, working from Medicine Hat to Mexico, advancing to Rig Manager entailing leadership of many. He was very much a free spirit and lived his life to the fullest.
Bob and Loreli Polachic had their son, Steven, born in 1989, later married in 2002, and then Bob adopted Loreli’s daughter, Brianne. Bob will be missed for his beautiful blue eyes, his strength, his everlasting passion for leadership, and his outward denial that things have to be done a certain way. His feisty but caring attitude will always be remembered.
A celebration of life for family and close friends will be held Saturday June 10, 2023, 12pm-4pm at the Hamptons Inn & Suites, 2510 Box Springs Blvd, Medicine Hat, AB T1C 0C8. Condolences may be made at http://www.gracememorial.com.
Donations in lieu of flowers may be given to APARC – 1002 South Railway Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB 403-487-5671, The Canadian Mental Health Association of Medicine Hat – #130, 450 3rd Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB 403-504-1811, or Alberta Healthy Living Program, South Zone Diabetes Program, Suite 100 88 Valleyview Drive SW, Medicine Hat, AB 403-529-8969.
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
LINDA WOODSIDE
1952 ~ LINDA WOODSIDE ~ 2022 Linda Woodside of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of Norm Woodside, passed away on Monday, November 7th, 2022 at the age of 70 years. The Graveside Service will be held at the REDCLIFF CEMETERY on Thursday, May 11th, 2023 at 10:00 am with Captain Ron MacDonald and Joyce MacDonald officiating. Please dress in casual wear. If unable to attend, family and friends are welcome to participate via livestream by logging on to http://www.saamis.com and joining the live webcast on Linda’s memorial page at the above date and time. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page for those participating remotely. A private family gathering will beheld following the Graveside Service. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Linda Woodside. 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.
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