In Memoriam - 2008
Margaret Irene Wing
January 29, 1915 - January 7, 2008
Mrs. Margaret Irene Wing, beloved wife of the late Mr. Woodrow (Woody) Wing of Medicine Hat, peacefully passed away while surrounded by her family at the Peter Lougheed Center in Calgary on Monday, January 7, 2008 at the age of 92 years.
Irene was born on January 29, 1915 in Medicine Hat. In 1946 she married Woody Wing and resided in Medicine Hat. Irene's legacy is one of kindness and compassion, whose selfless approach to enriching the lives of those around her was admired and respected by all. Irene was truly a beautiful person, both inside and out, who exemplified the finest qualities through the dedication to family and friends.
Her gentle and loving nature was a gift to all who knew her and those who had the privilege to know her. She will be dearly missed by everyone, but her spirit will live on forever. Funeral service held January 11, 2008.
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Sharon Ann Welling
June 10, 1937 - January 23, 2008
Sharon Welling (nee Russill), passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on
Wednesday, January 23, 2008 at the age of 70 years.
Sharon was born on June 10, 1937 in Swift Current, Saskatchewan, one of three children to Clifford (Squeak) and Jessie Russill. The family moved from Swift Current to Medicine Hat where she completed her schooling. Sharon married the father of her children, Len Welling and balanced her life between raising two daughters and having a career with AGT.
During this time she also made time to enjoy bowling. Throughout her life there were moves to Brooks, Sherwood Park, High River, Lethbridge and eventually she returned to Medicine Hat. In her later years in the work force, Sharon enjoyed several years with McKenzie Drugs. Due to health problems, she was forced to take an early retirement. Funeral service held January 26, 2008.
Edith May Clay
March 11, 1910 - January 30, 2008
Edith was born on March 11, 1910, and lived her 97 years in Medicine Hat. She was the
eldest of the six children of Maude and Ernest Townsend.
Edith considered herself the "matriarch" of her family, and truly enjoyed any family gatherings. She will be forever and greatly missed by her only daughter, Sharon Clay. Edith married the love of her life, Earle Clay, on January 30, 1942. She passed away on what would have been their 66th anniversary. Their 18 short years together were the happiest of her life.
They enjoyed archery, hiking, camping and photography. Earle passed away on July 14, 1960, leaving Edith and Sharon to continue on together. Edith dedicated her life to helping Sharon achieve her goals. She returned to work at Eaton's, followed by ten years at Oliver's Dry Goods. Although Edith left school at 15 to care for her own mother, she never lost her desire to learn. She was always asking questions and wanted to know "all the details."
When she totally lost her eyesight, listening to stories on tape or CD and listening to Sharon read the NEWS each day, kept her mind active. She also required detailed descriptions of any concert, play, trip or activity in which Sharon was involved. Edith was very devoted to Westminster United Church, and for many years was an active member of the UCW. When her health began to fail, Edith moved into Riverview Care Centre in November of 2003, where she received loving care from the dedicated staff.
Edith was a special lady who will be fondly remembered by all who knew her. Funeral service held February 4, 2008.
Rudolph "Rudy" Mueller
October 30, 1927 - March 13, 2008
Rudolph, "Rudy" Mueller passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2008, at the age of 80 years, beloved husband of Lillian "Lil" Mueller of Redcliff.
Rudy was born October 30, 1927 in Ferintosh, Alberta and moved to a farm south of Medicine hat in 1929.
He was one of a family of 14 children. Rudy and Lil enjoyed their retirement years together filled with gardening, canning, making knepfla and baking together, and spend many evenings enjoying a game of cards of Yahtzee or trips to the casino.
He was a cheery man with the cap on who always greeted customers with a smile - jovial and calm in all that he did. Funeral service held March 18, 2008.
Jack (Jacob) Eirich
September 8, 1914 - December 28, 2001
A Private graveside service held March 31, 2008.
Bessie Ione Eirich
February 29, 1920 - March 19, 2008
A Private graveside service held March 31, 2008.
Doris Elma Grant
December 2, 1916 - April 23, 2008
Doris Elma Grant of Medicine Hat passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2008, at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital after a brief battle with cancer at the age of 91 years.
She leaves to cherish her memory six children, She was predeceased by her parents Harry and Mabel Hales; her husband Angus Grant and her brother Arthur (Mary) Hales. Funeral service was held April 29, 2008.
Kate Elizabeth Cave
Kate Cave passed away peacefully on April 29th, with her daughter and son-in-law by her side.
She was 102 years of age. Kate was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother to the families of her four sons and one daughter and many nieces and nephews. She also leaves to cherish her memory seventeen grandchildren and twenty-five great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Laverne in 1975; her son, Ken in 1983; daughter-in-law, Joyce in 2000; grandson, Curtis in 1959; and great grandson, Jordan in 1993.
Kate taught school for forty years – her enthusiasm, wit and hard work were inspirational to those she taught. She had a heart of compassion, of encouragement and patience. She accepted the challenge regardless of opposition and could see the potential and believed in the best in others.
She believed the important thing was not so much that every child should be taught, but that every child should be given the wish to learn. The children and families that were blessed by Kate's positive impact developed long and lasting friendships with her. Kate's kind attention touched many minds and hearts. After retiring – Kate enjoyed many trips. She traveled to the Maritimes, throughout the United States – Europe and went on a cruise.
One of her all time favorite trips was going to the Brier for a week of curling. She loved to crochet, enjoyed handicrafts, baking and most of all spending time with her family at family gatherings. Funeral service was held May 3, 2008.
Carl Douglas Pearson
July 19, 1962 - May 16, 2008
Carl was born in Assiniboia, Saskatchewan on July 19, 1962. Carl took all of his
schooling in Mankota, Saskatchewan. After graduation Carl moved to Moose Jaw to study his passion, carpentry, at SIAST. Upon completion of his studies, he worked in the Oil and Gas industry in various regions of Alberta.
In 1990, Carl moved to Medicine Hat, where he used his significant carpentry skills at many locales, and worked extensively in the garage door industry, installing both residential and industrial doors throughout south eastern Alberta. In recent years, Carl worked for Gyp-Tec Drywall, where he was shop foreman, until the time of his passing.
Carl will be remembered for many things, both in words and deeds, and in his handy work. Probably Carl will be best remembered for his ability to befriend people without judgment or conditions. Carl drank many a coffee, drained countless cell phone batteries and most recently, got sore thumbs from the many text messages sent and received. As technology changed, so did Carl, using what was available to help out others and listen to their problems and their needs. Though Carl lived in the city, he was always a farm boy, with morals and values rooted deeply in the soil of south western Saskatchewan.
Whenever time and trade allowed, he would seek the solace of the outdoors, where he was best able to find all that a busy life sometimes does not allow. Funeral service was held May 21, 2008.
Joan Kajewski
April 25, 1925 - May 17, 2008
Joan was born on April 25, 1925 in Calgary, In 1930 the family settled in Medicine Hat where Joan received her education. She attended Garbutt Business College graduating in 1943 and began her employment with Revelstoke Lumber.
Upon Gordon's return from the service, they we married on July 17th, 1946 in Medicine Hat. Together they made their home at Revelstoke, British Columbia for two years before returning in 1949 to Medicine Hat. It was here where they raised their daughters.
From 1960 until 1982, Joan was a bookkeeper for her husband's garage at Redcliff. Joan enjoyed curling, cross-stitching, knitting and spending time at the cottage. She will be lovingly remembered by her family and many friends. Funeral service was held May 22, 2008.
Marvin Henry Klassen
June 7, 1941 - May 22, 2008
Marvin was born in Herbert, Saskatchewan on June 7, 1941. 
He is the fifth child to be bornto his family of eight children. Marvin grew up and received his education in Herbert, Saskatchewan. He worked most of his life in the truck driving industry. He was born to drive truck!!
Marvin fell in love with the love of his life Helen and they married on July 5, 1985 in Swift Current, Sk where together they raised their children. He spent most of his life hauling livestock for various trucking companies, in 1994 Marvin and Helen relocated to Medicine Hat, AB. Where Marvin continued his trucking career at Hiway Service and later at BYZ Construction where he was employed up to his retirement in 2007. Marvin loved his family, driving truck and drinking coffee with his truck driving buddies.
Marvin was a fair, kind, humorous, and very opinionated man. He loved spending time with his family and was happiest around children especially his grand kids. Marvin will be sadly missed by his family, friends, and special dog "Shylo". Funeral service was held May 27, 2008.
Oliver Delmar Adams
March 12, 1922 - June 27, 2008
Peacefully passed away at home on Friday, June 27, 2008 in Medicine Hat.
Del was an inspiration to many people throughout his life. He was a man that lead by example and a man of strong principles. Following an early death of his father, he was left to help with the family farm from the age of 9.
In 1944 he married Erma Bryanton and several years later, his adventuress soul led him and his family to Trochu. Here he worked for several years with the Three Hills School Division. During this time in his life he met many life long friends. He was admired for his hard work, sense of integrity and honesty. With his family he returned to P.E.I. in 1960 to pursue farming and subsequently developed a successful construction business.
He experienced many rewarding moments with the beautiful homes he designed and constructed. As well, he found time to be a School Trustee, a member of the Malpeque Church and Director on the Co-op board. He was often called upon for advise on many topics. Del was always willing to share his wisdom in a humble manner and assist with whatever he could. Early retirement led he and Erma back to the west to be near their immediate family. In later years he continued to enjoy building on a smaller scale, gardening, travelling, and learning the rules of baseball.
He loved animals and his eyes would twinkle when the family pets would visit him. His most recent discovered talent was with oil painting, in which he painted scenes for all his family and close friends. Del will be fondly remembered by friends for his quick wit, his exuberant energy and his ability to tell a great story with facts. His kindness, positive view of the world and his generosity will be remembered by his family and friends. Graveside service was held June 28, 2008.
Robert "Bob" John Wilson
March 14, 1923 - July 1, 2008
Mr. Bob Wilson, beloved husband of Mrs. Vicki Wilson of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, July 1st, 2008 at the age of 85 years.
Bob was born on March 14th, 1923 in Elfin, Ontario. At the age of five, the family moved to Wiseton, Saskatchewan where he was raised, educated, and married Vicki on December 24th, 1942. Bob and Vicki remained on the family farm until retiring in 1988 and relocating to Medicine Hat.
He enjoyed golfing and "puttsin'" in his shop making little garden ornaments and such. His main source of entertainment and greatest joy was his family. Funeral service was held July 4, 2008.
Mary Darlene Miller
July 12, 1950 - July 9, 2008
Mary Darlene Miller passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2008, at the age of 57 years.
The graveside memorial service will be held in Hillside Cemetery on Friday, July 11, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Graveside memorial service was held July 11, 2008.
Elsie Maud "Topsy" Knight
September 6, 1917 - July 10, 2008
Mrs. Elsie "Topsy" Knight of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Mr. John "Jack" Knight,
passed away on Thursday July 10th, 2008 at the age of 90 years.
Topsy worked at the Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham throughout the war years, during which time she married her husband of thirty years in 1943. They immigrated to Canada in 1954 and resided in Montreal until the passing of Jack in 1974.
She moved to Medicine Hat in 1978 to be closer to her family. She loved to travel and experienced numerous trips and cruises to the Caribbean, Alaska, Europe, and New Zealand. She loved to entertain and spent many hours with her friends, as well as participating in the many activities that the Veiner Centre has to offer, while also volunteering for the VON. Her love of singing to the accompaniment of her husband on the piano continued after his passing and she could always be heard singing or humming to herself.
She lived a very full life and she will be missed by all who knew her. Funeral service was held July 15, 2008.
Peter Salik
December 17, 1931 - August 16, 2008
Peter was born on December 17, 1931 in Prelate, Saskatchewan and passed away on August 16, 2008 in Medicine Hat at the age of 76 years.
Funeral service was held August 22, 2008.
Robert (Bob) John Marsh
ROBERT (BOB) JOHN MARSH passed away at St Paul's Hospital in Saskatoon on September20, 2008 from complications following surgery.
Bob was born in Moose Jaw, Sk, June 6, 1925 to Reginald and Clara (Bloomberg) Marsh, the eldest of 7 children. He grew up in Moose Jaw, taking his schooling there and graduating from Central Collegiate in 1943. He joined the army and though never sent overseas, remained there until his discharge in 1945.
Bob enrolled in the College of Commerce at the U of S in Saskatoon, obtaining his B.Comm in 1949 followed by his chartered accountant designation in December of 1951. Over the years Bob worked in public practice accounting. In 1966 he moved to Swift Current to join the firm of Wik, Stark, Jeffery & Mabbs. He decided to establish his own practice in 1971. Bob's firm grew to become Marsh, Siemens, Budd & Hagen leading to a merger with Stark & Company to become Stark & Marsh Chartered Accountants which employs more than 50 people and serves the entire southwest corner of the province.
Bob was an avid golfer, he enjoyed playing the game and the fellowship that came with it. Over the years Bob encouraged people to play the game and was always on the look out for a good set of clubs.
Bob's first wife, Edith, passed away in 1985 and four years later in 1989 he married Arleigh Johnston. They resided in Swift Current until his semi-retirement in 1998 at which time they moved to Medicine Hat. Bob kept his hand in the accounting business, never quite retiring until very recently. Funeral service was held September 26, 2008.
Janet McDougall Clark
Janet McDougall Clark, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 5, 2008, at the age of 92 years, beloved wife of the late John Clark.
Funeral service was held November 14, 2008.
Dennis Gabriel Bangs
Dennis Gabriel Bangs passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2008 at the age of 61 years.
Funeral service was held December 11, 2008.
Thomas Zeliznik
Thomas was born May 20, 1922 in Gleichen, Alberta, and passed away on December 6, 2008 in Medicine Hat, Alberta at the age of 86 years.
He began his employment at an early age as a Telegrapher with the C.P.R, his work was his passion. His career took him many places throughout Canada. He eventually retired as a Procedure Analyst in 1982 in Lethbridge after 40 years with the C.P.R. and returned to Medicine Hat in the mid 1980's.
When Thomas was younger he enjoyed playing the violin with his band. An avid walker, Tom and Irma spent countless hours on the pathways along the South Saskatchewan River. Their zest and love for travel took them both many places throughout North America and Europe.
Funeral service was held December 11, 2008.
Thelma Dooley
Mrs. Thelma Dooley (nee McEwan), beloved wife of the late Mr. William "Bill" Dooley, 
passed away peacefully in Riverview Care Centre on Saturday, December 6th, 2008 at the age of 94 years.
Thelma was born in Tompkins, Saskatchewan on July 16th, 1914. She attended school in Tompkins and Gull Lake before entering Nursing School in the Medicine Hat General Hospital. She graduated as a registered nurse in 1937.
Thelma married the love of her life, Bill, on December 24th, 1937, after he had been one of her patients. Bill whisked her away to his ranch in the Walsh area where their first three children were born.
In 1945, the family moved to Medicine Hat where Thelma has resided ever since. Thelma was active in the community as a member of the neighborhood "Sewing Circle", a member of Westminster United Church, United Church Women (UCW) and the Rebekah Lodge. She and Bill were avid sports fans, especially of the Medicine Hat Tigers to which they held season tickets from their beginning until Bill's passing. Thelma remained a fan through Bob Ridley's colorful play-by-play on CHAT radio.
Thelma and Bill traveled throughout North America from Hawaii, Florida, California, New York, and from the West Coast of Canada to the Maritimes. They both loved to bowl in the Senior League with their many friends. Thelma's children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were always the center of her life and she has left them all with wonderful, loving memories especially at this time of year as they reflect on her outstanding Christmas celebrations. Funeral service was held December 12, 2008.
Manfred Willy Riedmueller
On December 20th, 2008, cancer robbed us of Manfred "Fred" Willy Riedmueller, loving husband, beloved father, doting grandfather and proud Canadian.
Born March 23rd, 1942 in Tuttlingen, Germany, he was 66. He was a Good Man. The best. The world is a better place for his having passed through it and we are heartbroken by his death.
Fred was an artist, a craftsman and above all, a gentleman of great humour and love of life. We are all humbled by his legacy of generosity, principles and good works.
Funeral service was held December 24, 2008.
May Schlenker
September 6, 1915 - December 25, 2008
May was born on September 6, 1915 in Huntsfield, Leed, England, a daughter to Fred & 
Henrietta Austin. he met Elmer Schlenker from Hilda and were married on June 6, 1946. They raised a family of six children.
May was a lifetime member of the Louise Layton U.C.W. Unit 6 and was a secretary plus social convener for many years. As a member of Westminster United Church, she was active in many capacities including the church teas.
May was a remarkable lady who was a devoted mother to her children and was a foster mother to 40 children and thoroughly enjoyed it. She loved knitting baby outfits and had a knack for knitting clothing for dolls. The many dolls she collected were cleaned and clothed and delivered to under privileged children in the outlying areas of Mazatlan by Ricardo Palomaque of the Lions Society.
May travelled a lot and met many interesting people. For the past six years, two months of each year were spent at the River Grove Campground in Drumheller. She enjoyed playing cards in the evening and visiting with her sister Dot and husband Bob. She will be deeply missed in the hearts of her family and friends.
Funeral service was held December 30, 2008.