July 4, 2025

By Obituaries on July 4, 2025.

TARRA WHITE

TARRA WHITE 1979 ~ 2025 Tarra Louise White passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at the age of 45 years. A celebration of her life will be held at Ralph’s Texas Bar & Steakhouse, 1249 Trans Canada Way S.E., Medicine Hat on Sunday July 13, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. To read more about Tarra’s life or to offer condolences to her family, please visit 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”

MERI VAN MAARION

MERI VAN MAARION June 5, 1955 ~ June 30, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Meridith Alice Van Maarion (nee Noyes) on Monday, June 30, 2025, at the age of 70 years. The memory of Mom is cherished by her husband of 50 years, Richard; children, Jesse (Ashley) Van Maarion – Montana, Meadow, and Jasper; Megan (Jared) Wever – Sophia, Mila,and Barent; and Emily (Tim) Erickson – Steele, Ember, and Iver; sister, Kathy Noyes; brother, Jim Noyes as well as many cherished nieces, nephews, extended family and dear friends. Meri was predeceased by her loving parents, Marjorie and Noel Noyes and in-laws, Leonard and Caroline Van Maarion with whom she had a special relationship.
Meri was born on June 5, 1955, in Calgary, grew up on a farm near Innisfail and had a wonderful childhood where she was surrounded by many special family and friends . She lived a life of compassion and kindness, touching the lives of many with her positive outlook on life, wonderful advice and love for others.
She was a teacher in the Medicine Hat School Division for over 30 years where she was a dedicated classroom teacher, school counsellor and Vice-Principal. Meri worked at both Southview and Crestwood Schools where she created many lifelong friendships.
4-H was a part of mom’s life from a child, to a parent volunteer, and now a grandmother. She had a special group of 4-H friends and enjoyed their many get-togethers.
Mom and dad were married 50 years and had an incredible life together. Over the years, they enjoyed skiing, fishing, rock hunting, camping, traveling and spending as much time with the grandkids as they could. Mom wanted to make sure the grandkids also had the same opportunities to love these adventures as well.
After retirement in 2016, mom and dad moved out near Bow Island. Her focus quickly switched from her career to now being a grandmother and homemaker – what she always said she wanted to do and made sure the cookie jar was always full for the grandkids.
In more recent days when Mom did not feel well, Dad was fully devoted in caring for her – she often mentioned, “he sure is a good nurse”. Her positive outlook on life shined through even in some of her hardest days, and she still laughed often.
Mom made everyone in her presence feel like family. The door was always open, the coffee was on and the crib board never collected dust. Mom truly had the most inviting heart and home.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Sunday, July 6, 2025, between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. A Celebration of Meri’s life will be held at the Cypress Centre, 2055 – 21 Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat on Monday, July 7, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. with David George officiating. Meri’s service will be live-streamed. Those who cannot attend but wish to experience her celebration may visit the Cook Southland Funeral Chapel website and select the View Broadcast button on the homepage at service time. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Meri’s name may be made directly to the Bringing Hearts Home Cardiac Campaign, c/o Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation, 960 – 19 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 1W5. 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”

ROBERT PLANTE

ROBERT PLANTE 1967 ~ 2025 With the family in our thoughts and on their behalf, we respectfully announce the passing of Robert Plante, beloved husband of Michele and father of Ashley and Michael all of Medicine Hat. Robert passed away at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at the age of 58 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced once completed.
(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”

MURIEL MOGCK

MURIEL MOGCK 1943 – 2025
Muriel Mae Mogck of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Melvin Mogck, passed away surrounded by family at Agecare Riverview Home, on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at the age of 82 years. Muriel was born in Three Hills, Alberta on May 29, 1943, to parents Henry and Molly Maerz, who farmed northwest of Three Hills. After moving from the farm into town in 1956, Muriel continued school and was actively involved in Youth and Sunday School at Bethel E.U.B Church and also participated in two 4H clubs, gardening, sewing and learning a lot. Following high school, she graduated from Henderson’s Secretarial School in Calgary and became employed with Gulf Oil until 1969. Muriel always dreamed of having a family, and one day in January 1969 she received a surprise letter in her apartment mailbox from a fellow who lived in Walsh, Alberta (she actually knew where Walsh was because of family trips from Three Hills to Golden Prairie, SK, to see grandparents). Soon to be husband Melvin Mogck, introduced himself, picture included, for the first time and Muriel, who was 25 at the time, naturally returned a letter and also included a picture! Her mother, Molly, had almost given up on her as her mom was married at 23. In April, during a visit to Medicine Hat for an HCC Commencement, the two officially met in person, and had supper at Canada Café, downtown, before they had to head back to Calgary. The rest was history. Their relationship blossomed as Melvin put many miles on his GMC Half Ton, and Muriel drove down to the farm to meet his parents. They were engaged by September and married in Three Hills in November. Some creative matchmaking by some aunts that were friends blossomed into an almost 50-year marriage, two children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. They lived and farmed south of Walsh, Alberta where Muriel enjoyed her big garden, raising chickens, sewing, cooking, baking and being hospitable to all, while still finding time to attend her kid’s music concerts and sports. In 1996 they retired from the farm and moved to Medicine Hat. Muriel was actively involved with their country bible studies, their church as a pianist and Sunday school teacher and a member of the Gideons, and Hat Harmonettes for many years. She also enjoyed bowling league, shuffleboard, and table games with family and friends.
Muriel leaves behind to cherish her memory her two children, Wanda (John) Reinholdt of Hussar, AB, and Dale (Lorinda)Mogck of Medicine Hat, AB; two grandchildren, Corryn Mogck (Christian Patterson) and Jordan Mogck (Brittany Aucoin); two great grandchildren, Kyler Fountain and Kaliah Grandy and her niece Connie (Kelvin) Sadowinski. Besides her loving husband Melvin, Muriel was predeceased by her parents Henry and Molly Maerz as well as her brother Clarence Maerz.
The family would like to give a special thanks to the nurses and staff at Chinook Village, Masterpiece Home, and Agecare Riverview Home for her care over the years.
Those who wish to pay their respects may do so on Sunday, July 6, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE.
The funeral service for Muriel will take place on Monday, July 7, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. at the RIVER VALLEY COMMUNITY CHURCH (1101 Queen Street S.E), with Rev. Ken Roset officiating. The service will be live streamed. Those who wish to attend virtually, please visit Muriel’s obituary page on our website, for the link. A private interment will take place prior to the funeral service. Those who wish to remember Muriel with a donation may do so to The Gideons P.O. Box 23142 – Medicine Hat Mall, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1B 2C7. 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

BOB MARSHALL

1946 ~ BOB MARSHALL ~ 2022 Bob Marshall of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of Debra Marshall, passed away on Wednesday, November 30th, 2022, at the age of 76 years. A Come and Go Service honouring Bob’s life was held yesterday at Saamis Creekside Centre. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Bob Marshall. 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.

DANIEL”DAN”ROYWEATHERBEEJANU

DANIEL “DAN” ROY WEATHERBEE January 9th, 1956 July 1st, 2025 Dan Weatherbee passed away quietly in his sleep on July 1st, 2025, at the age of 69 years. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Bernie Weatherbee; son, Mark Weatherbee; daughter, Carrie Hill; grandchildren, Teddy, Tristin, Jaydan and Jameson; brother, Robbie (Sharon) Weatherbee; sister, Sheree (Glen) Hunter. Dan was predeceased by his parents, Percy and Muriel Weatherbee; brother, Bruce; sister, Patty.
Dan was born and raised in Springhill, NS. He played hockey, baseball and darts. Dan served in the Canadian Air Force for 23 years and retired as a Warrant Officer. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, curling, woodworking and spending time outdoors. Dan was an avid Toronto Maple Leafs fan.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00pm on Tuesday, July 8th, 2025, at Medicine Hat Legion Canteen Room. 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

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