May 1, 2024
By Obituaries on May 1, 2024.
IRENE PALMER
1929 – IRENE PALMER – 2024
Our gentle, kind & compassionate mom passed away in Medicine Hat, Alberta a few days after her 95th birthday, with her daughter by her side reminding her of the wonderful memories she created for her family & friends. Mom was the glue for our family. She loved us unconditionally, was an awesome listener, the best mother-in-law anyone could ask for, a devoted friend & always there for anyone in need. Mom cherished her family; sons, Jim (Shirley), Cam (Brenda), Brent-deceased (Darlene), and Tracy; her daughter, Nancy Dalgleish. Glen shared the same birthday as Irene and was like a son. Glenda, mother of Brent’s children. Mom was so proud of her 12 grandchildren & enjoyed seeing all the children they created & those children’s, children! Mom loved her little sister, Vera Salmon and her sister-in-law, Dorothy Smith. Mom was at the right age at the right time to begin a special connection with her nieces & nephews back when they were young adults & committing their shenanigans! Irene is reunited with her parents Bill and Ollie Smith, her loving husband, Bill; brother, Cliff and brother-in-law, George; Bills family: parents, Percy and Emily; sister, Elsie (Danny); brother, Jack (Audrey); brother, Len (Ina).
Being transferred by dad’s company they were often on the move, even during their retirement years they had a few moves. Mom was a prolific packer, planner and hands on creator! They frequently bought, renovated and sold homes in the same community before moving onto the next. The original house flippers! They built so many wonderful & lasting friendships throughout Manitoba, Ontario, Saskatchewan, BC and Alberta throughout their 68 years together.
Mom started curling in Saskatchewan when she had a young family & continued to curl in whatever province they lived in and enjoyed so many years of fun, regardless of wins or losses. She was a proud member of Medicine Hat Curling Cub and curled well into her 80’s. If Mom wasn’t on the ice herself, she was calling the shots behind the glass or watching every rock thrown on every televised game!
A celebration of life will be held for Mom at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB at 2PM on Thursday May 2,2024. If unable to attend, family and friends can be granted private livestream permission by contacting the funeral home. 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 Irene Palmer. Memorial gifts in Irene’s memory are appreciated and can be directed to the Medicine Hat Curling Club, 880 2nd Street SE., Medicine Hat Alberta T1A0E6, 403-526-3821 or email: manager@mhcurling.com. Funeral arrangements 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.
RAWSON, DEBORAH
RAWSON, DEBORAH Passed away on April 24, 2024 at Grand River Hospital in Kitchener, ON at theage of 66. Loving sister of Lynn (Alberta), David (Waterloo) and Christopher (Newfoundland). Predeceased by parents Jim and Joan Rawson. Will be greatly missed by her Roylco family and friends. Deb enjoyed canoeing and fishing on the grand. She also enjoyed playing bingo
and going to the casinos.
Cremation has taken place. Deborah’s family will have a private celebration of life to honour her. Arrangements entrusted to Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON, 519-749-8467.
As expressions of sympathy, donations to Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home).
Visit http://www.henrywalser.com for Deborah’s memorial.
RENE NITZ
1952 ~ RENE NITZ ~ 2024 Rene Nitz of Medicine Hat, passed away on Thursday, March 14th, 2024, at the age of 71 years. The Graveside Service was held yesterday at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery, 5160 Gershaw Drive SW, Medicine Hat, AB. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Rene Nitz. Funeral arrangements 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.
DONNA MELSNESS
DONNA MELSNESS 1951 – 2024 It is with profound sadness that the family announces the peaceful passing of Donna Marie Melsness (Pitre), the beloved wife of Timothy Walter Melsness for 31 years. Cremation has been entrusted to the Pattison Funeral Home and Crematorium. 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
BENNO “BEN” FUS
BENNO “BEN” FUS 1935 – 2024 Ben Fus, beloved husband of Lilly Fus, entered his heavenly home on April 28, 2024, at the age of 88 years.
Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the church one hour prior to the service. The funeral service will be held at TEMPLE BAPTIST CHURCH (606 7th Street SW) on Monday, May 6, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Dr. Ed Lehman officiating. The service will be live streamed. Those who wish to attend virtually, please visit https://www.templebaptist.ca/church-online/. Interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery. 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
ELLIE KOSMICK
ELLIE KOSMICK 1936 – 2024 Elsie “Ellie” Lydia Kosmick passed away peacefully on Friday, April 26, 2024, at the age of 87 years, beloved wife for 68 years to Gordon Kosmick of Medicine Hat. She also leaves to cherish her memory their children Dean Kosmick, Kelly Curtin, Samuel Kosmick and Russell Kosmick; one granddaughter Jamie Lynn Ellis and two great granddaughters Elizabeth and Emma as well as numerous special nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Edward and Lydia Schlenker; one grandson Justin Kosmick, and by three brothers and three sisters. Elsie was born to Lydia and Edward Schlenker on July 18, 1936, in Medicine Hat and raised on the family farm. She received her schooling in Medicine Hat and Edmonton. As a young woman Elsie was employed at Gainsboro Studio in Medicine Hat. On August 2, 1955, she married Gordon Kosmick in Medicine Hat and they moved to the United States where they raised their family. In 1977, they returned to Medicine Hat to be closer to her family. Elsie’s hobbies included crossword puzzles, reading the bible, gardening, Avon and deep conversations. She led a very happy life. Elsie was a very giving and loving person who will be missed by all who knew her. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Friday, May 3, 2024, at 11:30 a.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). A private interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully declined, those who wish to remember Elsie with a donation may direct it to the charity of your choice. 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
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