April 3, 2024

By Obituaries on April 3, 2024.

ELEANOR MARY KATCHMER

ELEANOR MARY KATCHMER July 9, 1940 – March 29, 2024
Eleanor Katchmer of Calgary, AB, peacefully passed away on Friday, March 29, 2024, at the age of 83 years.

Eleanor was born on the Kotelko family farm near Hafford, SK, on July 9, 1940. She lived in Saskatoon, SK, Medicine Hat, AB, and Medan, Indonesia, before moving to Calgary in 1989 to be near her children. She enjoyed a career in professional administration at Mount Royal University for many years before retiring. Retirement afforded her the opportunity to indulge in hobbies such as working on puzzles, gardening, playing cards, reading, and enjoying quality time with her family. She also remained an avid supporter of her beloved Edmonton Oilers hockey team. Eleanor loved simple family gatherings and truly enjoyed relaxing at the lake. At home, she was a fantastic cook and a warm, gracious hostess. She will be fondly remembered for her sincere kindness and heartfelt compassion for both people and animals.

Eleanor is survived by her children, Lisa (Jeff) Glover, Camille Rae, and Jason (Karen) Katchmer; and her grandchildren, Maxwell, Sebastian, Annie, Aaron, and Justin. She is also survived by her sisters, Vera Fobel and Nancy (Ed) Bobick.

Eleanor was predeceased by her parents, Alex and Katherine Kotelko; her brother Mike Kotelko, and her brother-in-law Edwin Fobel.

A Celebration of Eleanor’s Life will be held at a later date.

Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared and viewed with Eleanor’s family at http://www.MHFH.com.

In living memory of Eleanor Katchmer, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes.

RICHARD GROPP

RICHARD GROPP 1959 ~ 2024 With great sadness we announce the passing of Richard Wallace Gropp, (Rico/Ric) of Medicine Hat, on Friday, March 29th, 2024 at the age of 64 years. This came after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. Born in Swift Current, raised in Webb and later moving to Medicine Hat for his high school years. Ric was always surrounded by a solid group of friends. Ric worked as a carpenter all his life. He took great pride in always doing the job right. Ric was predeceased by his loving parents, Wallace (Wally) and Helen Gropp; nephew, Todd Smyth. Ric leaves to cherish his memory his much-loved Tammy Regner and her family; brother, Dave (Jacquie); sisters, Carol (Doug) and Diane (Brian); nephews, Scott (Heidi) and Shaun (Cheryl); nieces, Lauri Ann (Jason) and Heather (Dan); as well as great nephews and nieces, Josh, Wyatt, Andrew, Shaylin, Paige and Casey. A Graveside Service will be held at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery, 5160 Gershaw Drive SW, Medicine Hat, AB, on Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Shane Hein officiating. A Celebration of Life will be held in the summer of 2024. Thank You to Dr. Mastel, palliative care team, homecare nurses, Clara and team and St. Joseph’s Home. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Richard Gropp. 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.

DANNY DELISLE

DANNY DELISLE 1963 – 2024 Dianne (Danny) Gail Delisle of Medicine Hat formerly of Edmonton, Alberta, born on February 20, 1963 and passed away on March 10, 2024. Danny will be remembered by their sisters Wendy White (Don Pfeifle), Debbie (Wilf) Adair. They will also be remembered by nephews and nieces; Dustin Delisle, Jamie Delisle, Dallas Delisle, Amanda Delisle, Blake Delisle, Jordan Hartmann, Brett Delisle, Kiley Delisle, Shawn Delisle, Sasha White, Hailey White, Cole White, Shelby Gray, William Adair, and several grand-nephews and grand-nieces. Danny was predeceased by their father Lloyd Edward Delisle, mother Ardel Delisle, brothers Arden Delisle (Rita Delisle), Lyndon Delisle (Heather Delisle), sister Donna Delisle, nephews Darcy Delisle, Kelly Lubbers, and Chad Delisle. The Celebration of Life will be held in the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. Honorary Urn Carrier Dustin Delsile. Interment will take place at a later date in Edmonton, resting with their parents. Those who wish to attend virtually, please visit pattisonfuneralhome.com and select live streaming, then select the YouTube (arrow). Those who wish to remember Danny with a donation, may do so to the Canadian Cancer Society. 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

DIANE ZILKIE

DIANE ZILKIE February 14, 1953 – March 30, 2024 The family of Diane Zilkie wish to announce her passing at the age of 71. She is survived by her loving family; son, Shawn (Robyn) Lewis and grandchildren, Xavier, Nolan and Mira; son, Dean (Kathleen) Lewis and grandchildren Evan, Megan and Cassie; daughter, Jody (Mike) and grandchildren, Daria, Marlea, Zoey and Bailey.
Diane will also be missed by her siblings; sister, Donna (Alan) Stockman; her brothers, Dan (Nora) Zilkie and Dave (Jackie) Zilkie along with numerous nieces, nephews and extended families. She is predeceased by her parents, Roy and Mae Zilkie.
The family would love for Diane to be remembered for the fantastic person she was, her ability to instantly make others feel welcome, and most importantly as a woman who sacrificed and worked exceptionally hard to provide the very best life for her children and grandchildren. She will be missed dearly but would want everyone to continue to “Live, Love, Laugh”.
In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society at cancer.ca/en/ways-to-give/personal-donation or Carmel Hospice at chpca.ca/donate/.
A celebration in honour of Diane will be held in the Fireside Room at the Medicine Hat Cypress Centre on Thursday, April 4th at 2PM. 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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