October 31, 2023

By Obituaries on October 31, 2023.

MELVIN MUNRO

MELVIN MUNRO June 12, 1943 ~ October 24, 2023
Mr. Melvin ‘Mel’ Munro, beloved husband of Susan, passed away in Medicine Hat on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at the age of 80 years. Along with Susan, his loving wife of over 42 years, Mel’s memory will be forever cherished by his family: Nine children, Donna Riley, Larry MacDonald, Audrey Hexter (Mark), Sharon Jackel, Lori MacDonald, Mark Jackel (Shelly), Michelle Wahl (Darren), Michael MacDonald and Brian Munro (Dyan); Twenty-one grandchildren, Christine (Travis), Dwayne (Eryn), Shaun (Savanna), Mark (Gen), Justin (Victoria), Jessica, Craig (Cassandra), Cody (Britoni), Mikala, Colby, Brandon, Logan (Kimberly), Emersyn, Alexis, Devynn, Carsen, Neleh, Easton, Thomas, Clara and Grayson; twenty-four great-grandchildren, Taye, Emily, Erik, Isabella, Lyra, Tyron, Gage, Ayden, Payton, Mila, Kali, Jade, Nicholas, Jack, Maci-Rae, Markus, Adel, Kenna, Kali, Kinslee, Keanna, Clyde, Kaden and Lake as well as numerous extended family and many friends. He was predeceased by his parents John and Jessie Munro; four brothers; two sons, Steven and Christopher as well as twins in infancy. Mel started with CP Rail in 1973, retiring in 2002 after over 30 years of service. His retirement allowed him to enjoy what he loved most in life… time spent with his family. A Celebration of Mel’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Thursday, November 2, 2023, at 2:00 pm. Private Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery with a time of fellowship thereafter in the Cook Southland Reception Facility. Mel’s celebration will be live streamed. Those who cannot attend but wish to experience his service may visit the Cook Southland website and select the View Broadcast button on the homepage at service time. Family wish to extend their heartfelt appreciation to all of the CBI caregivers for their loving care and support. A very special thank-you is also extended to the doctors and nurses of 5 West for their wonderful care and support. (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”

DENNIS MICHAEL WIRACHOWSKY

DENNIS MICHAEL WIRACHOWSKY April 17, 1946 ~ October 27, 2023
Mr. Dennis Wirachowsky, beloved husband of Shirley, passed away peacefully in Medicine Hat on Friday, October 27, 2023, at the age of 77 years. He is survived by his children, Kyndra Gold and her sons, Taylor and Tanner; Tara Wirachowsky (Brian) and their children, Liam, Emily and Ayden; Ryan Wirachowsky and his son, Luke; Blake Wirachowsky (Dana) and their children, Quinn, Chloe and Kenzie and granddaughter/bonus-child, Heather Mackey (Chris) and their children, Zion and Juno. Dennis was predeceased by his parents, John and Annie; brothers, Michael (in infancy), Ed and John; sister-in-law, Jean; son, Tyler and son-in-law, Jeff Gold. Dennis was born in Wilkie, SK and grew up on the family farm near Leipzig, SK. After graduation, he spent a couple months in Ottawa taking a Meteorologist Technician course but he missed family and life on the prairies and moved back home. He soon found employment in Saskatoon at various garages and ended up working and managing Dumar Equipment. It was during this time that he met the love of his life Shirley, and they were married in November of 1969. Five children arrived between 1972 and 1982. They moved to Lloydminster in the spring of 1973, where he worked at a tire shop which he managed for several years. After taking a power engineering course at night classes, he embarked on a long career in the oil patch which started with Husky Oil. In 1988, they moved the family to Medicine Hat where he worked for Encana until his retirement. Dennis will be remembered as a kind, generous, intelligent, hard-working family man, who cared deeply for his wife, children and grandchildren. A true “Mr. Fix-it”, his family always joked about how, if Dennis built or fixed something, it would be so strong that it would never need another repair! Dennis could be counted on to bring a calm, lighthearted and quiet, yet humorous energy to any situation. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Vigil Prayers will be recited at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road SE, Medicine Hat on Thursday, November 2, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Father Roque Periera celebrant. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Dennis’ name may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 119 – 14 Street NW, Calgary, Alberta, T2N 1Z6 or to the Canadian Cancer Society, 200 – 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 2P5. 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”

HARVEY MUHLBEIER

HARVEY MUHLBEIER
Harvey Alvin Muhlbeier passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at the age of 81 years, beloved husband of Marie Muhlbeier of Medicine Hat. He also leaves to cherish his memory two daughters, Rita (David) Stengler of Medicine Hat and Colleen Boyd (Todd Fylypiuk) of Edmonton; four grandchildren, Robby and Andrew Hartman (Monica Hager) and Danica and Justin Boyd; one brother Ivan Muhlbeier (Donna) of Calgary and one sister Viola; two great granddaughters, Emma Bowers and Violet Hartman. He was predeceased by his parents Alvin and Stella Muhlbeier and an infant son Terrance Harvey Muhlbeier. Harvey was born on July 13, 1942, in Maple Creek, Saskatchewan to Alvin and Stella Muhlbeier. On January 27, 1962, Harvey married Marie Schwab in Medicine Hat where they resided for one year. In 1963, they moved to a farm in the Golden Prairie area where they lived until they moved to the family homestead in the same area. Together they continued to farm until 2006, moving to Medicine Hat in 2007. Harvey was a farmer by heart and loved it. He took great pride in his farming, machinery and cattle. They travelled to Arizona every winter for 30 years. While in Arizona, Harvey loved to play pool every day. He will be forever remembered for his contagious smile. The family would like to send a special thank you to all the doctors and nurses at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. An extra special thank you to the doctors and nurses at St. Joseph’s Hospice for the exceptional care he received. Also, our deep appreciation to Pastor Bob Findley for his visits, prayers and songs. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Thursday, November 2, 2023, at 1:30 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend officiating. 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. Those who wish to remember Harvey with a donation, may do so to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, Medicine Hat c/o Alberta Cancer Foundation 710 – 10123 99 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 3H1 or online at albertacancer.ca/in-memory. 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

 

CZESŁAW “CHESTER” DUMANOWSKI

 

Czesław “Chester” Dumanowski of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, October 27th, 2023 at the age of 95 years. Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at 7:00 pm. The Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 4V3 on Friday, November 3rd, 2023 at 11:00 am with Father Roque Pereira, Celebrant and Deacon Robert Risling. A private family Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Family and friends are also welcome to participate via livestream by logging on to http://www.youtube.com and joining the live webcast on Medicine Hat Holy Family Church on the above date at 10:50 am. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page for those participating remotely. Memorial gifts in Chester’s memory may be made to Holy Family Parish Building Fund, 1451 Strachan Rd SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 4V3 or Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation, PO Box 460 STN K, Toronto, ON M4P 9Z9.  Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Czesław “Chester” Dumanowski.  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.

JAMES GEHRING

1933 ~ JAMES GEHRING ~ 2023 James Gehring of Medicine Hat, passed away on Saturday, October 28th, 2023 at the age of 90 years. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading James Gehring. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed by

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.

YORK SHAW

1953 ~ YORK SHAW ~ 2023 Oliver “York” Shaw of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of Brenda Shaw, passed away on October 3rd, 2023 at the age of 69 years. A celebration of York’s life will be held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB on Saturday, November 4th, 2023 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Shane Hein 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 York Shaw. 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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