September 13, 2023
By Obituaries on September 13, 2023.
TYLER DEAN BANK
TYLER DEAN BANK July 21, 1983 – September 7, 2023
Tyler Bank will always be remembered as a guy who was quick to laugh and lend a hand and had a heart of gold.
Tyler passed away suddenly on September 7, 2023, in Medicine Hat, AB, at the age of 40.
In those 40 years, Tyler made many special friendships and memories. His proudest moment of all was the birth of his son, Liam. Together, they would go skating and swimming, threw footballs, played hockey and watched the games of their favourite team, The Oilers.
Tyler was always happiest when he was near his son, his friends and his family. He was so accepting of others and always made those around him feel comfortable. He had a light only others could see.
Left to cherish his wonderful smile is his mother, Janice Allen (Les Shepard); father, Martin (Pat) Bank; son, Liam Bank and his mother, Cathy Banasch; step-brother, Brandon (Erin) Wirsch; sister, Natalie (Noel) Appleton and their children, Bennett and Eddie; stand-in sister, Sabrina Moore; and many special aunts, uncles, cousins and friends who were like brothers.
Tyler was predeceased by his grandparents, Cecil and Grace Allen, and Stanley and Francis Bank.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Kin Coulee Toboggan Hill Picnic Shelter on Friday, September 15, 2023, at 2:00PM. Condolences may be made at http://www.gracememorial.com. For those wishing to do so, a memory photo board will be created and the family would love for you to add your favorite photo of Tyler. Photos can be sent to tylerbankmemorial@gmail.com, posted on his facebook page or bring them to the Celebration of Life and they can be added at that time. The Celebration will continue after service at the Silver Buckle in the upstairs gathering space. Children are welcome and food will be provided.
Donations in Tyler’s memory may be made to a gofundme that has been set up for Liam called ‘Tyler Bank’s Son Liam’
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
BOB NEIL
BOB NEIL 1937 – 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear husband, father and grandfather Robert James Neil, beloved husband of Mabel Neil. Bob passed away peacefully in Taber on Saturday, September 9, 2023 at the age of 86 years.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Evangelical Free Church, 214 – 4 Avenue West, Bow Island on Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com.
Those who are unable to attend and wish to view the service online may do so by visiting Bob’s obituary page on our website and clicking on the livestream link that will be available at 10:45 A.M. on Saturday, September 16, 2023. The livestream will begin at 11:00 A.M.
Bob will be lovingly remembered by his wife of fifty nine years Mabel; son James (Roxane) Neil of Lethbridge and their children Jaden and Emilie; daughter Sandra Neil (Fred Voeller) of Burdett and her children Megan, Taylor and Eric. He is also survived by his sister Janet Neil; close family friends Wyatt (Kayla) Albush, Lynn Strom and her children Michael, Leanne, Lisa and Sarah along with many more family and friends.
He was predeceased by his grandson Cody Hole; parents John and Helen Neil; uncle Lorne James.
Bob was born in Lethbridge on May 10, 1937 and raised on the family ranch (Cumbrae ranch) south of Burdett. He met his wife to be Mabel in Bow Island, however Mabel was from Rolling Hills so Bob courted her by flying his supercub airplane to pick her up. They married on June 27, 1964. Together they had two children James “Jimmie” born December 11, 1964, followed by their daughter Sandra “Sandi” on March 27, 1969.
Bob spent his years farming and ranching on the Cumbrae ranch which was well known for their sheep and cleanest fleeces in Alberta. He loved to fly in his supercub plane and his all time favorite hobby was to build and fly model planes. Bob hosted a yearly international fun fly at the ranch for twenty five years. Fellow model plane enthusiasts spent the weekend flying, crashing, rebuilding and flying more planes. Bob also enjoyed a good ride out on his Aspencade motorcycle, with the wind in his face and sun on his back. No matter the weather or how busy life was, there was always Monday morning coffee at Ralph and Coba Buinings, where all the neighbors would gather to share the weekly events. More often than not, Bob and Ralph would sneak off to work on tractors together. The two had a brother like relationship and were very close friends. Bob was well know in his community for his “howdie doody” greetings, kind heart and big hugs. He will be greatly missed.
DALLAS GENE BEWLEY
DALLAS GENE BEWLEY February 13th, 1952 September 10th, 2023
Surrounded by his family, Dallas Gene Bewley was promoted to Glory at the age of 71 years at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital.
Dallas was born in Toronto on February 13, 1952, to Evelyn and Clifton Bewley. He spent his early life “out east” and in 1973, ventured to Medicine Hat with Connie and his girls. Here, he gained employment with CP Rail where he worked for 35 years. Dallas spent much of his down time with family and friends, prioritizing meaningful conversations and making memories with anyone around him. He had a special way of making people (and dogs!) feel welcomed and important; he never skipped a beat when it came to making efforts with the stranger in the room. Dallas was gifted with a vocal range that would bring many to tears; his ability to sing was a gift from God, and Dallas faithfully and freely gave that gift to all who would listen. Many kids, old and young, were enthusiastically toured around his backyard, where he proudly displayed and meticulously maintained his garden railway. Dallas was a faithful servant; he fought his battle with cancer bravely and knew his Creator with every breath he had. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends. We are assured to know that to be absent from the body, is to be present with the Lord.
Left to cherish Dallas’ memory are his loving wife of 50 years, Connie Bewley (nee Kennedy); his daughters, Kelly Fiegal (Glen), Cindy Oulette-Desbien (Eric); mother, Evelyn Bewley and sister, Leigh Greaves (Frank); grandchildren, Derek Bewley-Bowles, Kayla Oulette (Andrew), Chandy Albers (Kurtis) and Shaye Lacasse (Darrel). He is also survived by uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, great granddaughters, great nieces, great nephews and cousins. Dallas was a friend to many, and we remember with fondness the happy memories he made with each of you.
Dallas was predeceased by his father, Clifton Arthur Bewley, granddaughter, Kristy Lynn Oulette, and his father and mother in-law, Maurice and Lois Kennedy.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, September 15th, 2023 at 10:30am @ First Assembly of God Church. A private family interment will follow service. For those wishing to attend, a public visitation will be held at Grace Memorial on Thursday, September 14th, 2023 6:30pm-8:00pm. 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
ANDREE RAUSCH
1965 ~ ANDREE RAUSCH ~ 2023
Andree Rausch of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, September 10th, 2023 at the age of 58 years. The Celebration of Life will be held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB, on Sunday, September 17th, 2023 at 11:00 am with Miles Johnson officiating. For complete funeral arrangements and obituary please go to http://www.saamis.com. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Andree Rausch. 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
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NEIL EDWARD BRUNNER
NEIL EDWARD BRUNNER March 7, 1958 to August 31, 2023 It is with heavy hearts that the family of Neil Edward Brunner announces his unexpected passing at the Foothills hospital in Calgary on August 31, 2023 . A celebration of life will be held Friday, September 15 at 1:30 at the CORE Association, 412-third Street Medicine Hat . In his memory donations can be made the Alzheimer Society or to the CORE Association.
ART AUSMUS
ART AUSMUS 1934 ~ 2023 Arthur ‘Art’ Ausmus, beloved husband of Maxine, passed away in Medicine Hat on Monday, September 11, 2023, at the age of 89 years. The Celebration of Art’s life will be held at Victory Lutheran Church, 2793 Southview Drive S.E., Medicine Hat on Friday, September 15, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Roland Weisbrot officiating. Private Interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery. (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”
RAYMOND “RAY” WILLIAMS
RAYMOND “RAY” WILLIAMS October 17, 1943 – September 6, 2023
It is with great sadness the family of Ray Williams announces his passing at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Wednesday, September 6, 2023, at the age of 79 years with family at his side.
After 44 years of marriage Ray is survived by his loving wife Carol Williams. His children Earl (September) Williams, Karry Williams, Cindy Williams, and predeceased by one son Shayne (Peggy) Williams. Carol’s children Wade (Liz) Stach, Terry (Lisa) Stach, Trevor (Debbie) Stach, and Bonnie Wallawein. He is also survived by twenty three grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren, two nieces and one nephew, Cheryl McCracken, Louise Herrewynen and Doug (Lola) Deschamp.
Ray was born in Saskatchewan to parents Arthur and Erna Williams. He had two sisters Margaret (Ross) Deschamp and Peggy (Cliff) Schmidt all of whom are predeceased. He grew up and resided in Admiral, Saskatchewan, moving to Alberta in the early 1970’s.
His career had him highway trucking and eventually being owner/operator of his own truck. Due to ill health he had a career change and worked for Action Parts for 10 plus years. Following that time he purchased a gravel truck and worked for South Rock throughout Southern Alberta until health had him retire to coffee at Trukkers, golfing and coffee at Paradise Valley Golf Course with the guys.
Ray loved travelling and recreation including fishing, snowmobiling in B.C., then moving on to his 1983 Goldwing motorcycle. These trips took Ray and Carol to Prince George, Victoria and around Alberta. Then came his pride and joy, his 2000 Silverado Chev truck and holiday trailer taking them camping with friends, local camping with the Good Sam’s RV Club, and going to Fairmont Hot Springs for three weeks annually. For several years winter holidays took Ray and Carol to Osoyoos, B.C. for a month. Ray enjoyed his association with the Medicine Hat Optimist Club. Donations may be made to A.J.’s Loan Cupboard (Alan Joys Memorial Fund Society) Box 45006, McKenzie Postal Outlet, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 7H3. Thank you to nurse Marsha on 5 West, Dr. Mastel, Dr. Scholtz, and Dr. Tessier. Thank you to family, friends and neighbors for the support of food and kindness shown.
The funeral service will be held in the Pattison Funeral Home & Celebration of Life Centre on Friday, September 15, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Art Hildebrand officiating. Interment will follow at the Redcliff Cemetery. 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). To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.
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Medicine Hat T1A 4C2
WALLACE JAMES WINTER
WALLACE JAMES WINTER February 8th, 1950 – September 7th, 2023 On September 7, 2023, Wallace James Winter of Burstall, SK left this earth to meet his Lord and Saviour as he crossed the threshold into eternal life in Heaven. Born in Medicine Hat, AB on February 8, 1950, Wallace spent his life farming the land that he loved in the town where he grew up.
Wallace will be remembered by his wife, June of 53 years and his six children: Dana Myers of Calgary, AB; Joanne Winter (Etienne-Rene) of Ottawa, ON; Aaron Winter (Natalie) of Medicine Hat, AB; Pamela Winter of Sherwood Park, AB; Sarah Rajotte (Remy) of Wainwright, AB; and Jewel Heer (John) of Gadsby, AB. He also leaves behind 15 grandchildren, Elya, Marissa, Janae, Alexandre, Paige (Chris), Tanner (Maddy), Erica (Cale), Luke, Wyatt, Cole, Evan, Abigail, Sadie, Hannah, Bailey and one great grandchild, Porter; as well as many nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his sister, Jeanette Stach of Medicine Hat, AB and brother, Harold (Darlene) Winter of Leader, SK and his aunt, Molly (Winter) Fischbach of Edmonton, AB. Wallace was predeceased by his parents, Henry and Hilda (Becker) Winter.
With farming as his lifelong work and passion, Wallace also successfully served many years as a delegate for the Saskatchewan Wheat Pool representing and advocating for farmers on the prairies. Outside of grain farming and raising cattle, Wallace also loved his time at church as well as camping, hunting, fishing, shopping for the best deal out there, travelling and spending time with friends and family. Up until his passing, Wallace dedicated his time and energy to spreading God’s Word as part of ShareWord Global (formerly known as Gideons International in Canada) and believed strongly in Jesus’ instructions to “go and make disciples of all the nations.”
The family extends its heartfelt thanks to Wainwright Health Centre for the love, care and comfort they bestowed on Wallace in his final days. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 1:30pm at Burstall Evangelical Missionary Church in Burstall, SK with Pastor Fred Sirett and Pastor Art Hildebrand co-officiating. In lieu of flowers or other tributes, donations may be made to Cypress Bible Camp or ShareWord Global (Gideon’s International). 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
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