May 16, 2025

By Obituaries on May 16, 2025.

STEPHEN “STEVE” DONALD SMOLN

STEPHEN “STEVE” DONALD SMOLNICKY January 22nd, 1952 May 3rd, 2025 The family of Steve Smolnicky are saddened to announce his passing peacefully on May 3rd, 2025, at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. Steve built a life defined by dedication to his family, his work, and his community. He worked in the environmental and geotechnical field for forty-five years and took great pride in owning his own business, Enviro Geotechnical, for twenty-five years.
Steve met numerous people in the Medicine Hat area during his working years and valued their friendship.
In retirement, Steve and Jeannette launched a successful laundromat/drycleaner, a project that brought them both pride and joy. Steve especially enjoyed family vacations in Mexico, where he created lasting memories with those he loved the most.
Steve is survived by his wife, Jeannette; much loved step children, Terry (Janice) Smith and Andrea (Danny) Sanders; as well as his cherished grandchildren, Emma and Jacob Smith; grand fur dogs, Krieger and Seamus; brother, Roger (Judy) Smolnicky; sisters, Ramah Zima, Debbie McNab; sister-in-law, Marcella Dola, and brother-in-law, Garry (Glenda) Vossler; as well numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
A celebration of life will be held on May 17th, 2025 at 1:00pm at Chinook Village Terrace Room (2801 13th Ave SE entrance 10). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the local SPCA (55 Southwest Drive, Medicine Hat AB. T1A 8E8) in Steve’s memory. 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

AL DAVIS

AL DAVIS 1930 ~ 2025 Lawrence ‘Al’ Davis, beloved husband of the late Katherine Davis, passed peacefully in Bow Island with family by his side on Friday, May 9, 2025, at 94 years of age. Family are planning a Celebration of Al’s life to be held in the summer of 2026, with further announcements about the day and time of the celebration to be published at that time. (Condolences may be expressed 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”

ALLAN DONALD WHITLOCK

ALLAN DONALD WHITLOCK June 18, 1962 – May 11, 2025 – Age 62 Born in Maple Creek Sk. Survived by 1 sister Ruth Hasfjord (Whitlock), 2 brothers Roy and David Whitlock. 1 sister-in-law Marge Kessel and a very good Uncle Eddie Kessel.
Funeral Service May 22, 2p.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church Maple Creek. Lunch to follow, Arrangements by Binkley’s Funeral Home.

ALLEN REUER

1934 ~ ALLEN REUER ~ 2025 Allen Reuer of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of Doreen Reuer, passed away on Sunday, May 11th, 2025, at the age of 90 years. The Memorial Service will be held at Victory Lutheran Church, 2793 Southview Drive SE, Medicine Hat, AB, on Monday, May 19th, 2025, at 2:00 pm with Pastor Shane Hein officiating. If unable to attend, family and friends are welcome to participate via livestream by going to http://www.victorylutheran.ca/livestream and joining the live webcast at the above date and time. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Allen’s memory may be made to Carmel Hospice at St. Joseph’s Home, 156 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Allen Reuer. 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.

MARIAN GROSS

1933 – MARIAN GROSS – 2025 Marian Barbara “Barb” Gross of Medicine Hat, AB, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at the age of ninety-two years. She was predeceased by her husband, Ernie, in 1994. She is survived by her two daughters, Heather (Dean) Smith of Calgary and Sue (Jim) Van der Sloot of Medicine Hat; her four grandchildren, Kirsten (Max) Lancee, Jackie (Jeremy) Pui, Jessica (Jerrett) Stephenson, and Nick (Brooklyn) Van der Sloot; her sister, Diane Hopkins, as well as many nieces and nephews. Barb was born in Saskatoon, SK, and met Ernie while they were attending university. She received her B. Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology, she especially enjoyed working as a technologist in an endocrinology research lab while her husband completed medical school. They moved to Medicine Hat in 1975, where they happily remained for the rest of their lives. Barb was a lifelong member of a sorority, and she enjoyed the friendship and camaraderie within Beta Sigma Phi, particularly her involvement in the sorority’s annual Christmas gift wrap fundraiser at the old mall. She loved gardening (raspberries galore, begonias, and beautiful indoor violets), and was the trivia expert in the family (crosswords and the best partner one could hope for at Trivial Pursuit matches). She was a wonderful dog owner for many years, giving her black standard poodles daily walks and enjoying their company. She was an avid reader, an accomplished knitter, and enjoyed watching all team sports on TV, especially her beloved Saskatchewan Roughriders. The family greatly appreciated the wonderful care that Barb received on the dementia unit at Southlands Masterpiece. A private family celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Barb’s name may be made to Alzheimer’s research at Alzheimer Society, 101-1201 Kingsway Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 2Y2 or a charity of your choice. Condolences to the family may be sent to http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com with subject heading Barb Gross. 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.

MARGARET LEONARD

MARGARET LEONARD 1931 ~ 2025 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Margaret Theresa Leonard, on May 4, 2025, at the age of 94 years. She leaves to cherish her memory 3 daughters, Cheryl Ellis (Brian Hill), Lori (Marty) Ross, and Marlene (Billy) McKinley; 5 grandchildren, Lindsay (Dallas) Monk, Bradyn (Skyla) Ross, Taylor (Ben) Robinson, Eryn Santink, and Ethan Ross; and 3 great-grandchildren, Morleigh Monk, Lainey Monk, and Billy Robinson. Mom was born in Medicine Hat on February 2, 1931, to the late William and Florence Anson. Her siblings were Gladys (Wilf Hurlburt) and Bill (Lorine Bohnet). She lived her entire life in Medicine Hat, attending elementary school at Connaught and graduating from Alexandra in 1950. As a teen, she worked at the MHRH and the Monarch Theatre. Mom married our father, Murray Leonard, in 1950 and was his beloved wife for 62 years. They owned and operated “Leonard and Perrett Transport” in partnership with Garth and Nell Perrett for over 50 years. Mom and Dad were involved with the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede for many years and were long standing fans of the Medicine Hat Tigers. They travelled with friends to the NFR in the US and to the CFR in Edmonton for 20 years. They took bus tours and cruises to various locations. Mom continued moved into Senior Living in 2020 and was hospitalized 2 months prior to her death. We would like to extend a special thank you to Dr Majeed, the 5 West nurses at the MHRH and all of the outstanding medical staff at St. Joseph’s Carmel Hospice for the wonderful care that Mom received. The Memorial Service will be held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB, on Tuesday, May 20th, 2025, at 11:00 am with Pastor Shane Hein officiating. Memorial gifts in Margaret’s memory may be made to Carmel Hospice at St. Joseph’s Home, 156 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Margaret Leonard. 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.

LINDA MUTSCHLER

LINDA MUTSCHLER 1948 ~ 2025 Linda Darlene Mutschler, beloved wife of Marvin Mutschler of Medicine Hat, passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at the age of 76 years. The funeral service will be held in the ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH (515 Sprague Way SE) on Monday, May 19, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Ken Edel officiating. Interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery. Those who wish to remember Linda with a donation, may do so to the Persian Dreams and Canine Themes Rescue Society https://persiandreamsrescue.org/donate/. 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

HARVEY SACKMAN

HARVEY SACKMAN 1935 ~ 2025 Harvey Allen Sackman, beloved husband of Annie Sackman of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at the age of 90 years. 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

PATRICIA YUHAS

PATRICIA YUHAS 1942 ~ 2025 With the family in our thoughts and on their behalf, we respectfully announce the passing of this lovely lady, Patricia ‘Pat’ Ann Yuhas, beloved wife of the late George Yuhas. Pat passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at the age of 83 years. A Graveside Service will be held at the Redcliff Cemetery on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. (Condolences may be expressed 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”

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