May 24, 2025

By Obituaries on May 24, 2025.

KEN CLEMENT

KEN CLEMENT 1953 ~ 2025 Kenneth “Ken” or “Kenny” William Clement of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2025, at the age of 72 years. He is survived by his loving spouse, Linda Norris and her children, Shawn (Denae) Norris and Kristen (Jackson) Wenzel; their dog, Leia; brother, Russ Clement (Marcia) and nephews, Mitchell and Mathew. Ken was predeceased by his parents, Kathleen and Ron Clement and his brother, David Clement.
Ken loved life and had an interest in reading, writing, history, trivia, hiking, tennis and spending time outdoors. He was a very kind, caring and compassionate man who will be missed dearly by his family and friends.
Thank you to the caretakers on 5E, Community Paramedics and a special thank you to Dr. Osborne.
A Celebration of Ken’s Life will be held in Reflections Reception Facility, 937 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. (use south patio door entrance). In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, payable to Medicine Hat Health Foundation or to KidsSport. (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”

ARTHUR “ART” SCHLENKER

ARTHUR “ART” SCHLENKER November 11th, 1937 May 16th, 2025 Art Schlenker passed away on May 16th, at the age of 87 years. He leaves to cherish the memory his partner and best friend of 62 years, Bernice Schlenker; children, Nancy Schwartz, Tom Schlenker and Rob (Corinne) Schlenker; grandchildren, Christopher (Paige) Schlenker and Carter Schlenker; great grandchild, Porter Schlenker; siblings, Jake (Hilma) Schlenker and Gerda Schlenker; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Art was predeceased by his parents, Henry and Elsa Schlenker; brother, Helmut Schlenker; and son-in-law Russ Schwartz.
Art was born in Sofiewka, Romania and immigrated from Germany to Medicine Hat in 1957, at the age of 20. Art enjoyed gardening, fishing, and travelling, plus a good homemade meal with his family and friends. Art’s passion was building homes, furniture or whatever else was needed around the house.
Art and Bernice married in 1963 and started raising their family in Medicine Hat. They lived in various homes, until they decided it was time to build their first home together with more beautiful homes to follow. Art always took pride in his work, loved his family and will be missed.
No formal service will be held. 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

ARNOLD NEIL DREGER

ARNOLD NEIL DREGER (1948-2025) Arnold Neil Dreger passed away in Widewater, Alberta on May 15, 2025.He is survived by his loving wife and partner of 48 years Jane, daughter Lisa (Shane) Knutson, daughter Sara Dreger (Clarke Fiddler), grandchildren Julia, Mitchell, and Marley Knutson, brother Harold (Wendy) Dreger, sister Shirley Dreger (Ken Snyder), brother-in-law Graham Black, sister-in-law Dixie Black and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents Leo and Julia Dreger, his father and mother-in-law Reg and Margaret Black, brother-in-law Bob Black, and sister-in-law Pearl Black.
Born in Portage La Prairie, Manitoba in 1948, Arnie spent his early childhood years there and later in Redcliff, Alberta. Following graduation, Arnie embarked on his six year travel adventure, working five of those on an oil seismograph boat in many parts of the world. Returning to Alberta, he and Jane were married and started their family. After obtaining his journeyman plumbing/pipefitting certification, he spent a few years working in industrial pipefiitting. In 1985 the family commenced their northern adventure, where Arnie began his 30 year career in oilfield sales. Travel remained a constant, with many family trips to Vancouver Island, Mexico, Kauai, and of course Redcliff. Retirement winters were spent at their winter home in the Rio Grande Valley.
Arnie was passionate about fishing, golfing, hockey, and in his later years gardening and grandchildren. The surgical precision of him filleting a walleye or the pristine state of his acreage at Nine Mile Point were testaments to his inherent perfectionism. Rory McIlroy and Connor McDavid have lost their greatest fan; we have lost our Rock, our master card and game player. The regular, and frequent family get togethers entailed marathon bouts of cribbage, various rummies, and a host of board games.
Arnie fought a 25 year battle with diabetes. With courage and determination he was able to remain active until his sudden passing at home on May 15. He would be honoured if any donations were made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, or the Slave Lake Animal Rescue Committee. A memorial will be held at the Slave Lake Curling Club on June 12 between 2 and 4 pm.

LUCILLE CHRISTENSEN

LUCILLE CHRISTENSEN 1933 ~ 2025 We are deeply saddened to announce the sudden passing of Lucille Kathryn Christensen (nee: Wutzke) in Medicine Hat on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at the age of 91 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Wayne (Cheryl) Albers, Sandra (Anton) Albers, Susan (Cam) Jacques, and Karen (Courie) LaDuke; her five grandchildren Colton (Azadeh) LaDuke, Leslie (Tyler) Zeller, Kiana (Davis) Griscowsky, Logan Jacques, and Chad Albers; her siblings, Marge Ensminger and Robert (Doris) Wutzke, and her stepchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. She was predeceased by two, loving husbands: Douglas Albers (1953 – 1967) and Edward Christensen (1979 – 1998); a son, Billy Albers; her parents, Edward and Henrietta Wutzke; her siblings and in-laws, Mary and Harold Odegaarden, Jim and Anna Wutzke, Bill and Louise Wutzke and Elmer Ensminger. Lucille loved playing the piano, and she really loved to read. Completing various crossword puzzles was a big part of her daily routine, along with sewing, gardening, canning, cooking, baking, or playing cards with family and friends. Though she faced so much loss in her life, she found happiness and fulfillment in time spent with her family. She never missed any of the special events in her grandchildren’s lives. Sports, school performances, graduations, birthdays, and weddings filled her calendar. Lucille’s warm, gentle spirit, and generous heart will be forever missed. The family would like to thank the dedicated Care Team and Staff at The Wellington who took amazing care of her in her last years. A celebration of Lucille’s life will be held in PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant Pat Grisonich officiating. The service will be live streamed. Those who wishto attend virtually, please visit Lucille’s obituary page on our website for the link. A private family interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Alzheimer Society Alberta and Northwest Territories: https://alzheimer.ca/ab/en. 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

OSCAR WILSON

OSCAR WILSON 1949 ~ 2025 Oscar Lloyd Wilson passed away on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the age of 76 years.
Oscar was raised in Richmound, Saskatchewan, and resided in Medicine Hat for most of his life. He maintained the family farm in Richmound for many years and was also an Oil Field Supervisor with North Canadian Oil.
Oscar was predeceased by his beloved wife, Donna Marie Wilson (nee Johnson), and is survived by his stepson Vincent Thane, Vincent’s wife Esther, and their children Olivia and Matthias. Oscar will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by his extended family and the many friends who knew and cared for him.
Please join us to celebrate Oscar’s life over lunch at Ralph’s Texas Bar and Grill on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. All are welcome to come and share stories, laughter, and memories. A private interment will take place.
In memory of Oscar Wilson, and in honour of his late wife Donna’s Metis heritage, donations may be made to support Metis students in Arts and Humanities. Those who wish to make a donation, may do so to the Donna Wilson Metis Elder Award c/o Medicine Hat College (memo: Donna Wilson Metis Elder Award) 299 College Drive SE, Medicine Hat T1A 3Y6 or online at http://www.mhc.ab.ca/donate and select Donna Wilson Metis Elder Award. 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 ~ A graveside celebration of Patricia’s life was held at Redcliff Cemetery this past Wednesday. A beautiful tribute to a lady who will be deeply missed by those who loved her.

Though the grief will pass and time will help heal the pain somehow life without you, Mom will never be the same.
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”

DEAN PARCHEWSKY

~ DEAN PARCHEWSKY ~
Through tributes and special music, Dean’s life was celebrated yesterday at Cook’s. His drive and dedication in everything he did will always be remembered.

You leave us peaceful memories Your love will be our guide And though we cannot see you You’re always at our side.
His Life Lived…
His Life Cherished…
His 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”

VAL FELESKY

~ VAL FELESKY ~
It’s been one week since family and friends gathered at Cook’s to honour the life of this well respected man. Val was true to himself, his family and his community; he will be missed.

In our hearts you will remain To walk and guide us Through our lives Until we meet again.
His Life Lived…
His Life Cherished…
His 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”

VERN ENSLEN

~ VERN ENSLEN ~
Just a short time ago, friends gathered at Cook’s in celebration and remembrance of the life of Vern Enslen. His kind and giving nature will live on through all the many lives he touched.

“A better man there could never be; forever in our hearts next to you… next to me.”
His Life Lived…
His Life Cherished…
His 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”

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