May 9, 2024
By Obituaries on May 9, 2024.
WANDA LANE
WANDA LANE September 25, 1957 ~ May 7, 2024
It is with broken hearts that the family announce the peaceful passing of Wanda Emile Lane on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at the age of 66 years. Wanda was born in Leader, Saskatchewan on September 25, 1957, to Emil Gehring and Mary Ann Haas. One of four sisters, the family moved to Medicine Hat when Wanda was around 11 years old where they had a small motel. The girls participated in learning the ins and out of the business which created a very strong work ethic in Wanda. After leaving high school, she went on to marry Roger Gagnon and together they had two beautiful children, Justin Daniel and Jenna Rae Ann. Years later, Wanda would go on to meet the love of her life, Fred Palmer, who would blend their families introducing Chad and Amber as her step-children. Together Wanda and Fred spent 15 years building the life of her dreams, working hard on their little farm and teaching their children the same work ethic that they reflected, until a tragic medical event would claim Fred’s life. Wanda moved back to the city and pursued her career in book keeping until meeting Terry Lane, to whom she would be married from 2012 through 2021. Throughout her life, Wanda was known for the endless love and dedication that she showed to her children, and those closest to her. She had the opportunity to create amazing memories with her grandchildren: Lincoln, Mason, Bentley, Katie, and Khloe, and extend her love towards her step-grandchildren, Trinity, Jaiden, Rylan, Sophie, Savanna and Scarlett. These grand- children were the center of her world, and she enjoyed camping, traveling, spending time in hotels, on farms, and over holidays with all of them. A service of committal will be held at Hillside Cemetery in Medicine Hat on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. with Father Roque Pereira officiating. Those wishing to attend are asked to gather at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W. between 10:30 a.m and 10:45 a.m. A time of fellowship will follow in the Cook Southland Reception Facility. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at 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”
VIC SCHARFF
VIC SCHARFF 1931 – 2024 Victor “Vic” Scharff passed away on Tuesday May 7, 2024, at the age of 92 years, beloved husband of Rose Scharff of Medicine Hat. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. 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
RUTH TROTTER
RUTH TROTTER 1940 ~ 2023
TROTTER, RUTH KATHERINE (nee DAVIDSON), passed away suddenly and peacefully at the Good Samaritan South Ridge Villa on December 17, 2023, at the age of 83 years. The memorial service will be held in the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant Pat Grisonich officiating. The service will be live streamed. Those who wish to attend virtually, please visit pattisonfuneralhome.com and select the obituary page for Ruth. Interment will take place in Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Parkinson’s Association of Alberta in memory of Ruth. 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
RAYMOND SPACKMAN
RAYMOND SPACKMAN 1939 – 2024 Ray passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 7, 2024, at St. Joseph’s Carmel Hospice. He leaves to cherish his memory the love of his life, his wife Shirley, two sons, Tim (Sharon) and Marvin (Candida); his grandchildren Madison, Tia, Chinara, Brandon (Skye), Mason and Haley; his great grandchildren Hudson, Claire, Talia, Layla and Levi as well as his brother Wayne (Celine). He was predeceased by his parents Fredrick and Phyllis Spackman, his son Danny and his sister Gwenda Essex. Ray was born in Neepawa, Manitoba on July 27, 1939. In 1968, he met the love of his life at the Royal Hotel jam session and they were married shortly thereafter. Ray was known as the “Gentle Giant Bass Player”. He was a jack of all trades, including being a firefighter for the Town of Irvine and Fort McMurray. He was a Journeyman Electronics Technician and was the “R” in R & W Electronics. Ray was not only a big man in size but also in heart. In keeping with his wishes, no formal funeral service will be held. His family will host a Come and Go celebration of his life on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at #22, 2248 Southview Drive SE from 12 noon to 4:00 p.m. 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 10
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