January 3, 2026

By Obituaries on January 3, 2026.

BLACK, Graham

BLACK, Graham April 1, 1945 – December 24, 2025 It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Graham Ross Black of Diamond Valley, AB on December 24, 2025.
Left to cherish Graham’s memory is his sister Jane Dreger, sisters-in-law Dixie Black, Gayle Senger, and Shirley Stepanic; Goddaughter, Jamie (Paul) Slaney and their children Cadence, Easton and Callum. As well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.
Graham was predeceased by his wife, Pearl Black, his parents, Reg and Margaret Black, his brother, James Robert Black, his brothers-in-law, Arnie Dreger, Lloyd Stepanic, and Harvey Senger, and his mother and father-in-law, Joe and Tillie Senger.
Graham was born and raised in Medicine Hat. After completing school, he attended Mount Royal College in Calgary and obtained a business Degree. He had a keen and sharp mind when it came to figures and was therefore very successful in many of his adventures.
Graham and Pearl spent their retirement winters in Weslaco, Texas, as well as a couple winters in Yuma, Arizona. During those times, they were fortunate to develop many close friendships, which they kept in close contact with. Later in their retirement years, they decided to move away from the warm summers and moved to Diamond Valley, close to the Rocky Mountains, to enjoy the cool nights.
As per Graham’s wishes, his life will be honoured and his memory cherished without the proceedings of a formal funeral.
To send condolences, please visit http://www.snodgrassfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home, Okotoks. Ph. 403-938-3111.

STEVEN SEHN

STEVEN SEHN Steven Sehn was born on February 24, 1970, and passed away December 27, 2025. He leaves behind many who loved him and will miss him deeply.
Steven will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Erin Savignac; his daughter, Rebecca Sehn (Linden Klein); his son, Lukas Sehn (Amanda Beaudoin); his step daughter, Kristen Savignac; and his step son, Jarrod Savignac. He is also remembered by his siblings, Tammy (Jerome) Hellman; Rory Sehn (Mina Carlson); LeeAnne (Darrell) Nagel, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles.
He was predeceased by his parents, Lukas and Clara Sehn.
Steven will be remembered for his huge heart, calm presence, infectious laugh, and unconditional love he shared with those closest to him. In keeping with his wishes, no service will be held, and those who knew him are invited to remember him in their own way.

JEAN GOLDADE

JEAN GOLDADE 1942 ~ 2025 Mrs. Jean Lorraine Goldade (née Fischer) passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at the age of 83 years, surrounded by her closest loved ones. Born in Medicine Hat, Alberta to August and Martha Fischer (née Kundert), Jean was the second of three siblings. Her experiences being raised on the family farm at Hilda, Alberta helped to develop her strong work ethic and stoic nature. Over the years, Jean lived in Medicine Hat, Pincher Creek, Lloydminster and Red Deer. Jean and Albert moved to a farm near Bentley, Alberta, in 1981 where they built a new home along the Blindman River and continued to live until her passing. Jean was a strong, hardworking, self-determined and independent person. She took pride in maintaining financial independence, treating herself to fine, meaningful purchases and consistently owning her own Cadillac. Jean enjoyed a professional career of over thirty years spanning the financial services and Alberta provincial government public sectors. Jean also served on the board of directors for the Red Deer Co-op for seven years. After retirement in 1995, Jean and Albert took great pleasure in travelling across North America, Europe and Asia. In 2010, Jean and her siblings traveled to visit the location of ancestral heritage, in the Odessa region of what is known today as the Ukraine. Their most recent trip in September took them to New York City, where they attended two Blue Jays games at Yankee Stadium. In 2009, Jean and Albert purchased a home in Palm Desert, California and spent each winter thereafter enjoying all that the desert had to offer. Whether in Alberta or California, Jean loved to be in the sun. In their community of Sun City Palm Desert, Jean had an extensive group of friends. She actively participated in many social clubs including the Canadian Club, the Putters, and the Quilters Society having served as Secretary and Treasurer for the latter. She also enjoyed regularly attending Albert’s softball games. Jean enjoyed golfing and was a regular participant and Club Treasurer in the ladies’ league at Lakewood. In 2021, Jean and Albert placed their holiday trailer on a lot at the Lakewood Eden RV Park where they enjoyed many summer days and evenings with friends and family.
Jean is survived by her husband Albert; sons, Craig and Cameron; siblings, Marvin and Barb; grandchildren, Jennifer, Elijah, Sophia and William; and great grandchild Mila.
A Celebration of Life will be held in the Legacy Centre Auditorium at Legacy Place, #1 England Way, Red Deer, Alberta on January 16, 2026. Those attending are invited to arrive by 1:00 p.m., with the formal program to begin at 1:30 p.m. If friends so desire, Memorial Donations may be made to the Lacombe Health Trust at http://www.lacombehealthtrust.com, or STARS Air Ambulance http://www.stars.ca. Cremation entrusted to Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, Red Deer, Alberta. Condolences, memories and photos may be shared and viewed at http://www.parklandfuneralhome.com. Arrangements in care of Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, 6287 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040

DOREEN MACKINNON

DOREEN MACKINNON January 15, 1932 ~ December 14, 2025
The family of Doreen MacKinnon, beloved wife of the late Charlie MacKinnon, announce her passing in Medicine Hat on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at the age of 93 years. Doreen’s memory will live on through her two sons and their families: son, Darrell (Nadine) MacKinnon and grandchildren: Jereme (Dominique) Brady, Whitney (Scott); great-grandchildren: Zoe, Oliver, Mathew and Sophie; son, Shawn (Melissa) MacKinnon and grandchildren: Cole (Kirsten) and Kayla (Justin) as well as great-granddaughter, Amelia. Doreen is also survived by one brother, Erwin Becker as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Along with Charlie, she was predeceased by her parents, Henry and Louise Becker; four brothers, Emil, Ray, Sam and Walter as well as two sisters, Rose and Hilda. Doreen was born on January 15, 1932, in Burstall, Saskatchewan. On June 3, 1955, she married Charles MacKinnon in Medicine Hat. Together, they built a life rooted in family and community. Doreen worked for many years with the F.W. Woolworth Company (later Woolco) where she was known in the office for her diligence and reliability. She was a committed member of the Ladies Order of The Moose and took great pride in her involvement. She was also a devoted Tiger hockey fan and rarely missed a chance to cheer on her team. In quieter moments, Doreen found joy in crocheting and lovingly shared her handmade creations with family and friends, each piece a reflection of her warmth and generosity. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her. A Private Graveside Celebration of Doreen’s life will be held at Hillside Cemetery with Pastor Murray Jaster officiating. Those wishing to remember Doreen may do so through a donation to the Alzheimer’s Society of Alberta, 412 3 Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0H1. (Condolences may be expressed 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”

MARY LOUISE HAUGAN

MARY LOUISE HAUGAN January 10, 1937 ~ December 17, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our mom, Mary Lou Haugan, on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at the age of 88 years. Mary Lou is survived by her children, Pam (Phil), Byron (Sheila), Lyndon (Karin) and Arden (Diana); 13 grandchildren, Kendra, Nevin, Colin, Courtney, Brodie, Alexa, Charlotte, Delaney, Martie, Everett, Nickola, Karli and Erika as well as 7 great-grandchildren, Neve, Ailish, Brooks, Sasha, Raya, Remy and Millie. She was predeceased by her grandson, Tate, in 1994 as well as her husband, Henry, on October 8, 2023.
Mary Lou was born January 10, 1937, to Arthur (Art) and Josephine (Joey) Peters and was raised on her grandfather Peters’ Homestead north of Elkwater, AB. Predeceased by her parents and her youngest brother Dick and his wife Leona; survived by her older brother Tom (Cathy).
She received her education at Montgomery School, Elkwater until grade 9 then went on to Medicine Hat High School for grades 10 to 12. She then boarded at the Division 4 Dormitory for rural high school students. Her courses were in Secretarial Training and her first job was as Office Secretary at the Crystal Dairy in Medicine Hat.
It was at a Dairy bowling party that she met Henry Haugan. Mary Lou always vowed that when her first kiss happened, she’d know that she had found that special love that she was looking for.
Henry and Mary Lou were married October 23,1955, at 5th Avenue Memorial United Church in Medicine Hat, with the reception held in the original Elkwater Community Hall.
Together, over the next 60 years, Henry and Mary Lou worked hard to expand the farms land base. They shared a life of accomplishments with devotion to each other. They worked hard balancing busy lives and supported each other as they raised their 4 children. Mary Lou would often go out and help Henry feed the cattle in the winter. There were many hot, delicious meals served in the fields to Henry and his dad Lars as well as the farm hands during the months of haying and harvest.
Mary Lou also took great pride in their farm yard and could be found on her tractor mower keeping the grass tidy. Along with caring for the yard and gardens, she took on the job of scraping and painting all of the farm buildings and the picket fences until her heart arrhythmia kept her off of ladders and the bucket of the frontend loader (which she stood in while painting the barn).
Proudly, Mary Lou always had large vegetable gardens and developed a yard of beautiful flowers both of which she tended with a great deal of energy and devotion; including carrying hoses/pails around to get the precious water to all in the heat of the summer! Her crops were bountiful and her children and grandchildren all took part in the picking of peas, beans, corn, raspberries and more!
Her kitchen during the summer was filled with canning fruits and freezing vegetables while baking bread, cakes and other treats. She often entered her baking in fairs along with her sewing. Mary Lou sewed clothes for her 4 kids while they were growing up and then moved on to sew her own square dance outfits. Next came many beautiful quilts which her children and grandchildren now cuddle under remembering her.
Mary Lou and Henry were active members of the Orion Community Association and Mary designed and made many beautiful posters for the events that were scheduled for the Hall. She took part in the Women’s Institute, the SE Agricultural Society, the 4-H Sewing Club as an active participant and often as a Leader.
Henry and Mary Lou also experienced a variety of travel destinations, some of which included Nashville, Norway, New Zealand, and the Philippines. They loved to social dance a fun chapter for them were the 8 years they spent square dancing.
Through the years she helped to plan family reunions, Christmas pot lucks in Elkwater at the Community Hall with her cousins who she remained close to and who always, always gave us a good laugh!
In 2019, Henry and Mary Lou retired to their condo in the Cotton Wood Coulee Villas in Medicine Hat. Mary Lou was so thankful for the comfort, serenity and special view across the coulee and of the golf course below…… with her pet Pheasant. A small sense of the prairie.
Mary Lou enjoyed family and friends stopping by to say ‘Hello’.
She was thankful for her various caregivers Brenda, Shirley, Gord, Maria and Aimee Rose. She felt blessed for a wonderful life!
A Celebration of Mary Lou’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Monday, January 12, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Murray Jaster officiating. Fellowship will follow thereafter in the Reflections Reception Facility. The Celebration will be live-streamed. Those who cannot attend but wish to experience the service should visit the funeral home’s website and select the View Broadcast button on the homepage at service time. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Mary Lou’s name may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 100, 119 – 14 Street N.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2N 1Z6. 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”

ETHAN BELL

ETHAN BELL 1996 ~ 2025 It is with heavy hearts that the family of Ethan Michael Bell announce his passing in Medicine Hat on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at the age of 29 years. Left to remember Ethan are his parents, Danielle (Vince) Hamerton and Michael (Danielle) Bell; siblings, Lucas Hamerton, Jillian Hamerton, Elizabeth Hamerton, Damian Hamerton, Braydon (Tanisha) Johnson and Austin Johnson; grandparents, Veronica Marr, Perry and Gail Marr, Mike and Karen Hamerton as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and nieces. He was predeceased by his grand-parents, Denise (Ma) and Gord Earl. Ethan was born in Medicine Hat and was raised in the Irvine area where he attended elementary and middle school before graduating from Eagle Butte High School in 2014. From an early age, Ethan showed a creative spirit and a fearless approach to life, always choosing to walk his own path. Artistic, caring and generous, Ethan had a deep capacity for kindness and authenticity. He was involved in minor hockey for seven years, where he built lasting friendships and learned the value of teamwork and perseverance. Away from the rink, Ethan found freedom and joy in snowboarding. He left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. Ethan’s life will be honoured at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Murray Jaster officiating. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com)
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”

VELMA KIENZLE

VELMA KIENZLE 1930 ~ 2025 Velma Darlene Kienzle of Bow Island, beloved wife of the late Ruben Kienzle, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at the age of 95 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

LILLIAN SCHAFER

LILLIAN SCHAFER 1940 ~ 2026 Lillian Margery Schafer of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Benedict Schafer, passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2026, at the age of 85 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

MARVIN MENSAGHI

MARVIN MENSAGHI 1954 ~ 2026 Mr. Marvin Mensaghi, beloved husband of Colleen, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Thursday, January 1, 2026, at the age of 71 years. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. (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”

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