March 12, 2024

By Obituaries on March 12, 2024.

RITA BESSANT

RITA BESSANT 1945 ~ 2024 Rita Joyce Bessant passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Thursday, February 22, 2024, at the age of 78 years. A Celebration of Rita’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, March 15, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Guy Snell officiating. The service will be live streamed. Those who cannot attend but wish to experience Rita’s service may visit the Cook Southland website and select the View Broadcast button on the homepage at service 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”

PAUL CUMMINS

PAUL CUMMINS 1958 ~ 2024 Paul David Cummins passed away suddenly with his wife, Elaine by his side, on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at the age of 65 years. Along with Elaine, left to cherish Paul’s memory is his step-son, Kelly; siblings, Nancy, Randy (Alex) and Peter (Debbie); Elaine’s daughter, Cynthia (Hassin); grandson, Ali as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his mother, Linda; step-father, Harry; brother, Georgie and nephew, Andrew. Paul could always be found in his garage tinkering on his next project as his cars were his favourite past time. Paul loved his family immensely and will be deeply missed. A memorial drive honouring Paul and his love of cars will take place 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”

FLORENCE MARGARET LAFFERTY

LAFFERTY, FLORENCE MARGARET (NEE PETERSON) December 29, 1930 March 8, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Marg Lafferty, at the age of 93 years, on Friday, March 8, 2024, in Calgary, AB.
Marg was born on December 29, 1930, in Richmound, SK, to John and Agda Peterson. She was a special gift as she was the youngest child, and only daughter, in a family of four boys. Mom spent her childhood in the village of Rosemary, AB.
Mom is now reunited with her parents and four brothers, Birger, George, Erik, and Gordon; and her youngest son Patrick. She will always be loved and cherished by her daughter, Debbie Ireland (Darryl Weir), son Mark Lafferty (Kelly), and two grandchildren, Patrick and Kathleen.
After being a “stay-at-home” mom until her children were adults, she moved to Medicine Hat and finished her career as an administrative secretary for the City of Medicine Hat in the Electric Department. Mom’s most important work, however, was being a mom. She was fiercely proud of each of her children and encouraged them to pursue their passions. She often went without in order to provide for them. She was an amazing cook and particularly enjoyed baking, doing jigsaw puzzles, visiting and sharing stories with family and friends, golfing, and playing board games. Mom loved all animals, particularly cats. She was very compassionate toward those less fortunate and took every opportunity to help them.
Mom was active until shortly before her passing. She was comfortable about her impending death and was looking forward to being reunited with her family members who predeceased her.
She gave so much to us, expressing her love every day. We will always remember her, and her memory will be a blessing as we move forward without her physical presence in our lives. Rest in peace, Mom. We will always love you.

“Weeping may remain for a night, but rejoicing comes in the morning” Psalm 30:5
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 200 325 Manning Rd. N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 2P5 Telephone: (403) 205-3966, email donorservices@cancer.ab.ca”donorservices@cancer.ab.ca, or to A.A.R.C.S. Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society, 5060 74th Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2C 3C9, Telephone: (403) 250-7377, “http://www.aarcs.ca/donate”www.aarcs.ca/donate.
Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared and viewed with Marg’s family at http://www.MHFH.com.
In living memory of Marg Lafferty, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes.

BRUCE JOHNSON

1937 ~ BRUCE JOHNSON ~ 2024 Bruce Hjalmer Johnson, aged 86, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 5, 2024. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel. Memorial gifts in Bruce’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Bruce Johnson. 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.

JACOB PENNER

1933 ~ JACOB PENNER ~ 2024 Jacob Penner of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, March 8th, 2024 at the age of 90 years. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Jacob Penner. 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.

CLARENCE ROTH

CLARENCE ROTH 1933 -2024 Clarence Roth passed away on Thursday March 7, 2024, at the age of 91 years, beloved husband of Marlene Roth of Medicine Hat. The funeral service will be held in the Southview Community Church (2366 Southview Drive S.W.) on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Andreas Striefler officiating. 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

ANTHONY “TONY” TIMOTHY SCH

ANTHONY “TONY” TIMOTHY SCHLACHTER Anthony “Tony” Timothy Schlachter, of Medicine Hat, passed away on March 4, 2024, surrounded by members of his family. 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. or at the church one hour prior to mass. The funeral mass will be celebrated in St. Michael’s Catholic Church (1113 1st Street E, Bow Island) on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. with Fr. Wojciech Jarzecki celebrant. A private interment will take place in the Bow Island Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to a Children’s Hospital Foundation of their choice or to the Friends of Medalta Society. To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.

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