April 22, 2025
By Obituaries on April 22, 2025.
SO-HAN MAK
SO-HAN MAK October 31st, 1937 April 6th, 2025
Mrs. So-han Mak passed away in Medicine Hat, Alberta peacefully on April 6th, 2025, a day after greeting the visitation groups from St John’s Presbyterian and MH Chinese Alliance Church, and her eldest brother Dr. Au with his daughter & granddaughter, Peggy & Anya, from Calgary with niece Alycia Au, god-daughter Adele B. Lee, representatives of MHCAC Jo and Grace Luk, and husband Siew by her side. She is survived by her beloved husband, Siew Luen Mak; her brother, Dr. Chi Cheong Au; youngest brother, Ki Cheong Au (Grace) of Lethbridge; younger sister, Po-han Sung of Hong Kong; youngest sister, Mo-han Ma (Vincent) of Calgary; another younger brother, Wing Cheong Au (Emily) of Philadelphia, USA, brother-in-laws Daniel Mak (Anne), Henry Mak, sister-in-laws Karina Mak, Gigi Mak and Connie Chan.
So-han was born in Guangdong, China on October 31st, 1937, and moved to Hong Kong at a very young age. She finished her high school education in Hong Kong, then continued her study in Normal University in Taiwan. So-han returned to Hong Kong after receiving her bachelor’s degree in education in 1959. She met Siew in the school she was teaching and found that they had similar “tastes” in a lot of hobbies and activities: such as classical music, calligraphy, painting and swimming. They were married in 1963, and moved to Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada in 1971. Four years later, due to Siew’s change of jobs, they settled in Medicine Hat.
So-han always believed that human beings are created by God to help maintain good order for this world and make it more joyful, she often tried her best to spend her leisure to contribute her skill in music, knitting, cooking, sewing, etc. through the Church’s “group activities”, such as singing, choir conducting/accompanying and the eagerness of providing a “helping hand” to those in need. So-han’s fun loving nature, kindness and enthusiasm in music, art, cooking (all with skill) attracted nieces and nephews , from as far away as Hong Kong, to visit her in Medicine Hat. They are Peggy, Alick, Erica, Aaron, Alycia, Fiona, Rita, Raymond, Janet, Diana, Felicia, Amanda,…to name a few.
The funeral services will be held in St. John’s Presbyterian Church on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, sympathy can be expressed through donation to St. John’s Presbyterian Church at 504 2 St SE, Medicine Hat, AB; Medicine Hat Chinese Alliance Church at 870 4th St SE, Medicine Hat, AB or Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. 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
WENDY LEE STUBER
WENDY LEE STUBER May 9th, 1969 April 15th, 2025 Wendy Stuber passed away suddenly on Tuesday, April 15th, 2025, at the age of 55 with her immediate family by her side. Wendy was born in Medicine Hat on May 9th, 1969. She was a hard worker and enjoyed time with her family, especially morning coffee at her mom’s. Wendy had a big personality and loved to tease and get a rise out of her opponents playing a rousing game of bumps board! Her favorite and only real holiday was with her brother to Hawaii when she was 16.
Wendy is survived by her partner, Don Taylor; her children, Brandon and Nicole; her grandsons, Levi, Leo and Logan; her mom, Lorraine Stuber; her brother, Darcy (Crystal) and nephew, Tyler. She is predeceased by her father, Jerry Stuber; grandparents, Erhard and Elsie Stuber, Lave and Bertha Rieger.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, April 23rd at the Redcliff Senior’s Drop-In Centre (26 Main St S) @ 2:00pm. 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
MARGARET DEVALTER
~ MARGARET DEVALTER ~
This past week, a celebration was held in Margaret’s honour. Marg and her beloved Tino are dancing together again having left a lasting legacy through the many lives they touched.
Too far away for sight or speech, But not too far for thoughts to reach.
Her Life Lived…
Her Life Cherished…
Her Life Honoured.
Courtesy of
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”
ANNE SCHEUER
1924 ~ ANNE SCHEUER ~ 2025 Anne Frances Scheuer, beloved wife of the late, William “Bill” Scheuer, passed away on April 16, 2025, at the age of 100 years, with family by her side. Condolences may be sent through
http://www.saamis.com or to
condolences@saamis.com subject heading Anne Scheuer. 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
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CGR Holdings Ltd.
WALTRAUT GRIES
1930 ~ WALTRAUT GRIES ~ 2025 Waltraut Gerda Gries passed away on Sunday, April 13th, 2025, at the age of 94 years. A private family service was held yesterday. Condolences may be sent to
condolences@saamis.com subject heading Waltraut Gries. 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
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CGR Holdings Ltd.
MARIE FLECK
1939 ~ MARIE FLECK ~ 2025 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our incredible mom, grandma, and wife, Marie Fleck. The Memorial Service was held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025. For Marie’s full obituary, please go to
http://www.saamis.com. 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.
KEN LEHR
1944 ~ KEN LEHR ~ 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Kenneth “Ken” Lehr who passed away peacefully on April 16, 2025, at the age of 81 years, surrounded by his family. He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 58 years, Anne; his two children, James (Ann Renee) Lehr and Gina (Scott) Pahl; James’ children, Tyra and Zane, and stepchildren, Ote, Shiloh, Shenai, and Ace; Gina and Scott’s children, Alli, Logan, and Kaden Pahl; his siblings, Darlene Stricker (Edgar), Dale Lehr (Marci), and Randy (Linda) Lehr; sisters-in-law, Nancy Lehr and Margaret Perron; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and step-great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, Reiny and Esther Lehr; brother, Gary Lehr, and brother-in-law, Gerry Perron.
Ken dedicated his life to his family and his community. Building the family ranch, Short Grass Ranches, alongside his father, brothers, son, nephews, and their families, brought him great joy and purpose – the Fall Calf Run was his favorite time of year. Throughout the years, Ken served on the Kinsmen Club Executive (both at the local and District levels receiving the Outstanding Deputy Governor’s Award), the Medicine Hat Co-op Board for 18 years, the Medicine Hat College Foundation Board, and numerous others.
Ken enjoyed being active and spending time in nature. He loved skiing, camping in the motorhome, hiking, time at their Elkwater Cabin and was often seen biking on his lime-green e-trike. Ken was fortunate to travel to various countries, but his favorite destination was Maui.
Ken’s grandchildren will remember him as a gentle and adventurous soul that loved and supported them endlessly. Ken’s spirit will be remembered and his stories shared with future generations of his family and friends. Although the last several months had been difficult, he was very grateful to all who were a part of his journey.
A Come and Go Celebration of Ken’s life will be held at Medalta Potteries, 713 Medalta Avenue SE Medicine Hat, AB, on Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ken’s memory can be made to HALO Air Ambulance, H.A.L.O. formerly Southern Alberta MedicAir Society, 12 – 1 Airport Drive SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 5G4.
The family wishes to extend their deep gratitude to the various units at Medicine Hat Hospital, including 4West and ICU, Pam and Jolene at The Alberta Heart Function Clinic, as well Extended Family Services for their companionate care at home. Condolences may be sent through
http://www.saamis.com or to
condolences@saamis.com subject heading Kenneth “Ken” Lehr. 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.
SHIRLEY FEE
SHIRLEY FEE 1935 ~ 2025 Shirley Ann Fee of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Lyle Fee, passed away on Wednesday April 16, 2025, at the age of 89 years. She leaves to cherish her memory two children, Debbie (Don) Bezler and Don Fee; two grandchildren, Jeff (Karleen) Bezler and Josh Bezler; three great grandchildren, Nolan, Jocelyn and Brody Bezler; her sisters-in-law Carroll McDonald of Oyen and Rose McDonald of Wainwright and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Lyle on April 27, 2003; her parents Jean and William McDonald; four brothers, Hughy, Jack, Stewart and Ken McDonald; two sisters Margy Klevyer and Joyce Hoffman. Shirley was born on December 29, 1935, in Cereal, Alberta, and married Lyle Fee on October 17, 1955, in Hanna, Alberta. Over the years, Shirley and Lyle lived in many communities throughout Southern Alberta, as Lyle was involved in irrigation and farming. They raised their two children Debbie and Don while Shirley enjoyed being a stay at home mom while pursuing her interests in sewing, crafts and leather work. She often spent time making custom clothes for people. Shirley had the gift of conversation with her family and friends. A graveside service will be held in the McGregor Cemetery, south of Oyen, on Friday April 25, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant Pat Grisonich officiating. Those who wish to remember Shirley with a donation, may do so to HALO c/o HALO Air Ambulance (formerly Southern Alberta Medic Air Society) #12 – Airport Drive SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 5G4. Please make cheques out to HALO. 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
ANNE BAIER
ANNE BAIER 1927 ~ 2024 We are saddened to announce the passing of Anne Louise Baier on December 25, 2024, at the age of 97 1/2 years, beloved wife of the late Joseph John Baier. Born in Mendham, Saskatchewan May 1, 1927, to Philip and Katherin Jangula; the last surviving sibling of the Jangula/Moser blended family of Adam, Joseph, Henry, Caroline, Emelia, Sister Clara, Rose, Jackie, Marie, Kay, Betty, John, Emma, Nick, Pete, Pat, Tom, Joe, Ann and Katherine. In 1944, she moved to Medicine Hat where she met and married Joe in 1946, her husband of 71 years. Anne is survived by her daughter Roberta Robyn Miller (Neil), grandchildren Kiel Miller (Mona) and Laura Miller (Andrew) and her great grandchildren Knox Miller, River and Sol Misle; her grandchildren and great grandchildren were her pride and joy; she loved being GG. Anne was a member of St. Patrick’s congregation and the Catholic Women’s League for more than 70 years. Mom resided in Independent Living at Masterpiece Southland Meadows since December 2017. We would like to thank the staff who made her feel like family and also all the great friendships she made while living there. The family is grateful for the exceptional care from Dr. Martin and the staff on 5 West, as well as the Doctors and staff of St. Joseph’s Home.
A family graveside service was held at Hillside Cemetery on January 20, 2025. A celebration of her life will take place on Saturday April 26, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. in Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road S.E.) In lieu of flowers, donations in Anne’s memory can be made to St. Joseph’s Home c/o 156 – 3 St. NE, Medicine Hat, T1A 5M1. The service will be live streamed. Those who wish to attend virtually, please visit Anne’s obituary page on our website, for the link. 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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