March 13, 2024

By Obituaries on March 13, 2024.

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.

JACOB PENNER

1933 – JACOB PENNER – 2024
Jacob was born in the tiny village of Port Royal in Southern Ontario on December 17, 1933. Jacob’s parents, Jacob and Sarah Penner, new to Southern Ontario, homesteaded an 80-acre farm outside Port Rowan. Growing up on the farm meant chores and hard work. Jacob was the youngest of seven children. After completing Grade 9, Jake spent some years working on the farm and then, in 1956, he attended Bible School. After Bible School, he spent a year working, then he went to Bible College in Winnipeg where attendance was allowed even though high school was not complete. It was while he was in Winnipeg that he met Linda who was from Coaldale, AB, and on July 1, 1959, they were married in her hometown. After their wedding, they returned to Southern Ontario and Jake completed his high school education and then went on to Teacher’s College. He taught in St. Williams through to the end of 1964 when he moved his young family to the United States so that he could further his education at the university in Kansas. It was while attending school that he received his call to the church, and he took on the pastoring of several small churches. This was the beginning of what was to be his dual career path into his later years. Jake graduated with a BA Degree in English and the family returned to Port Rowan where he was a school principal from 1969 to 1978. During his tenure, he also completed his Bachelor’s of Education through the University of Toronto. In 1978, the family moved to Medicine Hat, AB where Jake took a position as the pastor at Crestwood Mennonite Brethren Church for four years before moving to Manitoba where he served as pastor to a number of congregations for several years. In 1995, Jake and Linda returned to Alberta and together, they served several years at Camp Evergreen in Sundre, AB. Eventually, they built a home in Seven Persons, AB and it was there that they spent their last years together. After Linda passed away on June 26, 2018, Jake, at 85 years, did his best to keep up the home and yard until 2021 when he moved to Chinook Village. Shortly thereafter, Jake suffered some medical setbacks and was then moved to Riverview Care Centre. His last days were spent in the care of their wonderful staff. Jacob was loved by and is survived by his three children, Mark (Debbie) Penner, Cathy (Walter) Friesen, and Lenore (Carl) Dyke; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Marie Penner of Port Rowan, ON and Helen Goertzen of Saskatoon, SK; brother-in-law, Neil Patterson of Calgary, AB; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and their families. Jacob was predeceased by his wife of 58 years, Linda; his parents; and his siblings. The Funeral Service will be held at Crestwood Church, on Sunday, March 17th, 2024, at 3:30 pm with Pastor Evan Beasley officiating. 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 Jacob’s memorial page at the above date and time. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page for those participating remotely. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Jacob Penner. 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.

CHARLES RESCH

CHARLES RESCH 1934 ~ 2024 Mr. Charles Leslie Resch of Medicine Hat passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at the age of 89 years. Charles was predeceased by Mrs. Kathleen Resch, his wife of fifty-four years. Charles leaves to cherish his memory: two children, Ian of Alexandria, MN. and Jodie of Swift Current, SK; five grandchildren, Ashley, Tyler, Spencer, Reed and Matthew as well as two great-grandchildren, Levi and Tucker. Charles was born in Abbey, SK. on August 31, 1934. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother. He devoted much of his life to helping and caring for his family. Charles received a great deal of joy through watching his grandchildren and his great-grandchildren pursue their interests and hobbies. In accordance with Charles’ wishes, no formal funeral service will take place. (Condolences may be shared with the family 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”

CLARENCE ROTH

CLARENCE ROTH 1933 -2024 Clarence Roth of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of Marlene Roth, passed away peacefully March 7, 2024, at the age of 91 years. Clarence was born in a small farmhouse near Irvine, to Henry and Olinda Roth. He was the eldest of six siblings and went to school in the Thelma district, up on “the Bench” where his parents ranched. He married Marlene Wirsch on August 31, 1962. Clarence continued to work on his parents’ ranch until they purchased their own farm west of Irvine. They welcomed two sons into their family, Garry and Dale. For over 30 years, Clarence farmed and drove a school bus for the Irvine School. In 1999, Clarence and Marlene sold the farm and moved into Medicine Hat. Clarence was a dedicated member of Southview Church of God, serving on various boards and committees, ushering, running sound, and any other area where he was needed. He was honoured with a plaque acknowledging his many years of service. He is survived by his loving wife Marlene, his children Garry Roth (Lois), and Dale Roth (Lisa), grandchildren Carbry, Brandon, Mackenzie, Tobi, and Rebecca, sister Jane Grubel, and brother Norman Roth (Marie), as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and their families. He is predeceased by his parents, his parents in-law, sisters, Violet Tschritter (Edmond) and Rachel Wirsch (Roy) and brother, Melvin Roth (Darlene) and brothers-in-law Dixon Rath and Ralph Grubel. A Celebration of Life will be held at Southview Community Church (2366 Southview Dr SE) on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor James Mack and Pastor Andreas Striefler 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) or you may follow the link provided on Clarence’s obituary page. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Clarence to Southview Community Church or the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada (https://www.heartandstroke.ca). 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

DIANNE “DANNY” DELISLE

DIANNE “DANNY” DELISLE 1963 – 2024 Danny Delisle of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2024, at the age of 61 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.

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”

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