In Memoriam - 2009
Alice Ramsay-Faulkner
Alice Ramsay-Faulkner (nee: Beierbach) of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, December 25, 2009, at the age of 98 years, beloved wife of the Raymond Faulkner and the late 
William L. Ramsay.
Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Saturday, January 2 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, January 2, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery.
Family information: She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter-in-law, Beth Ramsay-Akins; two grandchildren, Billy (Jody) Ramsay (their children, Morgan, Wyatt and Rylan) and Nadine (Pat) McKnight (their children, Tatum and Krista); a sister-in-law, Fay Beierbach; nephews and nieces, Ross (Heather D.) Beierbach and family, Ronda (Keith) Reesor and family, Glen (Doreen) Brost and family, Clinton (Judy) Brost and family and a niece-inlaw, Heather S. Beierbach and family. Also two close nieces, Betty Brown and Helen (Jim) McGhie of Scotland and nephew Alec Steenson of N. Ireland and numerous cousins.
Sheldon Douglas Miller
March 17, 1980 - November 18, 2009
With heavy hearts, the Miller family regretfully announces the sudden death of SheldonDouglas in a tragic work-related accident on Wednesday, Novemeber 18th, 2009 at the age of 29.
Sheldon leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife, Stephanie, two sons, Zachary (6) and Cameron(4), his mother and father, Judy and Doug; his sister, Krista, (Mark) Davies,; "Little Gramma", Joan Dolman; Joan Dolman; his mother and father-in-law, Lorraine and Denis Vaillancourt[ his sisters-in-law, Melaine (Brad) Foote and niece Sophie, and Natasha Vaillancourt.
Sheldon was born on March 17th, 1980. He attended George Davidson Elementary School and graduated from CHHS in 1998. He then attended Olds College where he attained a Horticultural Diploma specializing in Turf Management. He was employed by the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital as the Head Groundskeeper, taking great pride in his work. Sheldon loved all sports. As he grew up, he played soccer, baseball, and excelled in hockey. As an adult, he grew to love the game of golf, in which he was an excellent player. Sheldon loved teaching his boys all about the rules of sports, especially golf, and he enjoyed teaching them how to skate and play ball as well. Aside from spending time with his family and sports, Sheldon was an avid cat lover. It wouldn't be strange for him to be sitting watching the hockey game with his boys on either side of him and a cat on each knee.
Above everything else, Sheldon was a loving husband, father, son, brother and friend who will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. Funeral services were held Monday, November 23rd, 2009 at Westminster United Church, with Rev James Farrell officiating.
Helen June Stein
June 10, 1921 ~ November 1, 2009
Mrs. Helen J. Stein of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Theodore 'Ted' Stein, passed away peacefully at the Sunnyside Nursing Home on Sunday, November 1, 2009, at the age of 88 years. 
Helen leaves to cherish her memory: children, Joyce (Bob) Werre and Dale (Lenora) Stein; grandchildren, Darrell (Renée) Werre, Jeff (Lorri Craipley) Werre, Vincent (Nicole) Stein, Kristin (Angus McCowan) Stein; great-grand children, Justin and Jared Werre, Kennedy and Rachel Werre and their mother, Laurie Pollard, as well as Gavin Stein. She is also survived by one brother, Fred (Nora) Ackerman of Calgary; two sisters, Margaret (Vic) Retzlaff of Abbotsford, BC and Noreen Cuciz of Vancouver, BC; sister-in-law, Margorie Wood of Seattle, WA, and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her parents, John and Elizabeth Ackerman; five brothers, Walter, Emil, Henry and Leroy Ackerman, Reinhold Hergenhein; two sisters, Ann Duchak and Edna Smith; one sister-in-law, Mina Teel as well as five brothers-in-law, Otto Seitz, Bill Duchak, Ron Smith, Wesley Wood and Gordon Teel.
Helen June Ackerman was born to John and Elizabeth Ackerman on the family farm near Hilda, Alberta on June 10, 1921. Helen moved to Medicine Hat in 1938, and married Ted Stein on July 8, 1942. Helen and Ted enjoyed many wonderful years together before his passing on May 28, 1981.
Helen's greatest joy came from time spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a kind, gentle soul and will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral services were held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Friday, November 6, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. to 12.00 p.m. A Celebration of Helen's life was held at Westminster United Church, 101 - 6 Street S.E., Medicine Hat on Friday, November 6, 2009, at 2:00 P.M. Reverend James Farrell officiated.
Marie Lynette Kelly
November 17, 1957 - October 20, 2009
Marie was born on November 17, 1957 in Lampman, Saskatchewan and passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Tuesday, October 20, 2009 in Medicine Hat, Alberta at the age of 51.
She is survived by her two loving sons, Glenn of Redcliff, five siblings, Linda Cook (Bob Craig) of Alix, Gerry Faulk (Cheryl Dupe) of Wetaskiwin, Perry Faulk (Colleen Smith) of Medicine Hat, Beth (Martin) Andreas of Shackleton, Saskatchewan, and Brian (Kathy) Faulk of Delburne.
She is also lovingly remembered by numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and countless friends. Funeral Services were held Saturday, October 24th, 2009 at 1:00 pm at Hillside Cemetery.
Al Smith
April 29, 1920 - October 5, 2009
Al was born on April 29, 1920 in Paradise Hill, Saskatchewan and passed away on Monday,
October 5th in Medicine Hat, Alberta at the age of 89.
He is survived by his wife Margaret"Peggy" Smith - his three daughters; Cheryl Pickett and her daughter, Amanda and son Geoffrey; Penny Kerr and her daughters, Heather (Andreas) Rauscher and their son Carsten, and Maureen (Brad) Hauck and their daughter, Willow; Doreen (Ron) Sitter and their family, Paul, Valerie (Cory) Pohl and their son, Revan, Victoria (Chris) DeVita and their children, Kassandra and Alexander and James (Zemeta) Sitter and their daughters Saba and Samra. Al also leaves behind other family and friends including his brothers in law, George (Joan) Rolfe, Adrian Sites, and his sister in law, Joan Thompson and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and a multitude of friends.
Funeral Services were held Thursday, October 8th, 2009 at 2:00 pm at Westminster United Church.
Olive Pringle
August 16, 1916 - September 4, 2009
Olive Matilda Rose Pringle (nee Ellwood) of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, September 4th, 2009 at the age of 93 years, beloved wife of the late Hugh Pringle.
She leaves to cherish her memory her two children Dawn (Jack) Knowles and Bill (Monique) Pringle; five grandchildren, Shauna (Glen Prusky) Pringle, Jeffery (Cindy) Pringle and Erin (Jeff) Kleim and their mother Lynn Snowden, Katharine Knowles, and Tanis (Patrick) Yarnell; four great grandchildren, Kathryn, Lauren, and Hayden Martin and their father Derek, Olivia Yarnell; one sister Dorothy McInnis and one brother Lorne (Jo) Ellwood of Red Deer as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Olive was born in Lloydminster, Saskatchewan on August 16th, 1916 and was raised on the farm by her grandparents after her mother died of cancer. Olive showed an interest in art at an early age and throughout her life, enjoying pottery and painting. She married Hugh Pringle on March 17, 1941 and they had a happy life together for 62 years. They raised their family in Marshall, Saskatchewan where they worked side by side at the grocery store they built and owned. While there, they enjoyed curling and dancing.
Olive loved to dance and said she was always dancing in her head. In 1962, they moved to Saskatoon where Olive worked at Eaton's in the Ladies Wear department, a great fit for the smart dresser that she was. In the mid-70s, Olive and Hugh moved to Medicine Hat to be closer to their children and grandchildren. Here, Olive made more friends, took art classes, enjoyed gardening and volunteered for many years at The Post. To the very end, Olive talked to us about her wonderful life and she wanted us to celebrate.
Gerald Lee Foster
October 14, 1933 - July 18, 2009
Gerald was born on October 14, 1933 in Innisfail,, Alberta and passed away on July 18, 2009 at the age of 75 years, beloved husband of Janice Foster of Medicine Hat.
He also leaves to cherish his memory his children, Keith Foster of Lethbridge, Gordon Foster, Dale Foster both of Grimshaw and Peggy (Todd) Bailey of Penhold; two granddaughters, Karlee Bailey and Breana Bailey both of Penhold.
Funeral Services were held Thursday, July 23, 2009.
Dorothy Swiderski
October 7, 1928 - June 9, 2009
Dorothy Swiderski passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2009, at the age of 80 years, beloved wife of Albert Swiderski of Medicine Hat.
She also leaves to cherish her memory her children, Laura (Brian) Merkley and Mike Swiderski all of Medicine Hat; three grandchildren, Quinnten Gackle, Shannon Gackle and Taryn Gackle; one sister, Iris (John) Krawetz of Winnipeg, Manitoba as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Dorothy was born on October 7, 1928 at Ranfurly, Alberta, being raised there and in the Peace River district. As a family they moved to Medicine Hat, where her dad was a guard at the P.O.W. camp. Dorothy later moved to Edmonton and eventually to Winnipeg. She was employed with R. Smith and Company where she was a cook for the CPR bridge building.
That is where she met Albert and they were married on January 28, 1972 in Regina. They lived in Regina and Thunder Bay before settling in Medicine Hat. Dorothy enjoyed the roses that Albert grew for her, dancing and old western movies. Funeral Services were held Saturday, June 13, 2009.
Elmer Emilie Nieman
May 31, 1922 - June 21, 2009
Elmer was born on May 31, 1922 in Medicine Hat, Alberta and passed away on June 21, 2009 in Medicine Hat, Alberta at the age of 87 years.
Known as a hard working man and a proud grandfather, Debbie and Brian gave a fitting tribute.
The video tribute portrayed a man who served many; the Army, the CPR and most importantly he was known to his family as Pappa.
Funeral Services were held June 26, 2009.
Larry Knibbs
September 28, 1952 - May 1, 2009
Larry Wayne Knibbs, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2009, at the age of 56 years.
He leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 37 years, Karen; his children, Chris and his wife Laurina Knibbs and Kim and her husband Denes Simo; three grandchildren, Tristan, Luke and new baby Simo along with many family members, friends, colleagues and students.
As a teacher for almost 30 years and an avid outdoors man, Larry touched many people's lives instilling in them his love and appreciation of the outdoors along his way.
Funeral services were held at Westminster United Church on Thursday, May 7, 2009
Hazel Irene Thomsen
March 23, 1915 - April 8, 2009
Hazel was born on March 23, 1915 in Spring Valley, Saskatchewan, and passed away on April 8, 2009 in Medicine Hat, Alberta at the age of 94 years.
She leaves to cherish her memory four children, Darel (Marlene) Smathers, Vern (Phyllis) Smathers, Brenda (Verne) Schneider, Devra (Harvey) Bechtold, a son-in-law, Roy (Janice) Funk; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
The graveside services were held on Tuesday, April 14, 2009.
Doris Gibson
Febuary 15, 1920 - March 27, 2009
Doris Gibson of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2009, at the age of 89 years, beloved wife of the late Alfred Gibson.
She leaves to cherish her memory two children, Nancy (Bob) Lehr of Medicine Hat and Gary Gibson of Ottawa; two grandchildren, Jason Lehr of Victoria and Nicole Lehr of Winnipeg; one brother, Peter (Beryl) Deda of Pincher Creek and one sister Nancy Kirkpatrick of Vancouver; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and her dear friends Geri Moser, Glenda and Doug Meloney and Nola and Brian Pearce whose numerous visits over the years were most appreciated.
Doris and Alfred resided in Medicine Hat since 1956 where Doris was an Avon lady for over 30 years and was a member of the Moose Lodge and Westminster United Church.
Funeral services were held at Westminister United Church on Tuesday, March 31, 2009.
Marguerite Irene Little
August 12, 1925 - March 20, 2009
Marguerite was born on August 12, 1925 in Edmonton, Alberta. As a young woman she tap-
danced and received awards for her singing. She left school at grade 10 to work at Swifts Packing Plant doing inventory and pricing in Edmonton.
During the war years, she met Steward while he was stationed in Edmonton. It was there that they were wed in 1947 but moved to Guelph, Ontario, where Stewart completed Veterinary College and they began their family.
She was her husbands right hand person, assisting in a successful Veterinary practice in Taber. They lived in many communities before making Medicine Hat their permanent home in 1966.
Marguerite sang in various church choirs, and liked to bowl, golf, curl, volunteer at the hospital gift shop, and play Bridge. She also enjoyed working at Boylan's Drugs downtown for several years. She was very observant and had a keen eye for detail right up to the day of her death. She will forever be remembered for her great homemade buns.
She passed away on March 20, 2009 in Medicine Hat, Alberta at the age of 83 years. Funeral Services were held Wednesday March 25th, 2009.
Janice Elaine Kalmring
April 7, 1937 - March 18, 2009
Janice Elaine Kalmring, beloved wife of the late Richard Kalmring, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2009 at the age of 71 years.
Janice was born on April 7, 1937 in Vidora, Saskatchewan, a daughter to proud parents, Fred and Minnie Behrman.
She married Richard Kalmring on June 3, 1955 and began their life together. Janice was a hardworking lady looking after her children and enjoyed working on the farm as well as many business adventures. She was talented in many capacities including photography, ceramics and loved music and dancing. Together with her husband, Richard, they formed their own orchestra in Consol, Saskatchewan called "Charlie Brown and the Wild Cats". In her younger years she was an outstanding athlete and was nicknamed "Dynamite" In her later years she remained active and was a member of the 70's Club. Family was of most importance to her and she always looked forward to family gatherings. Her kind, thoughtful nature and witty spirit will be missed by her family and friends.
The funeral service held on Saturday, March 21, 2009.
Bryan Henry Stebbins
September 28, 1912 - March 2, 2009
Bryan was born on September 28, 1912 in Tugaske, Saskatchewan, and passed away on
March 2, 2009 in Medicine Hat, Alberta at the age of 96 years.
Bryan was born in Tugaske, Saskatchewan to Henry and Agatha Stebbins on September 28, 1912. As a young man he worked for farmers around the area. He married Minnie Stuart on March 1, 1935. They farmed in the Halvorgate, Saskatchewan area for several years, during that time daughter Pat was born. They moved to Chaplin, Saskatchewan where he farmed and raised cattle. He was adept at many jobs, carpentry and welding as well as being an all round handyman whether it be electrical, plumbing or keeping the vehicles and machinery in good running order.
Bryan was well known to lend a helping hand to friends and neighbours, to say nothing of all the times he was called out in the middle of the night to pull someone out of the ditch. Bryan was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He had a great sense of humour. He enjoyed playing cards, especially a good game of bridge.
Bryan retired in 1973 and sold the farm and moved to Creston, BC. Full retirement was not to be, as well as boating and fishing Bryan took on many renovation and other construction jobs in and around the area. They lived there for several years before moving to Medicine Hat to be near family. He took up the hobby of building steam engines and the threshers and wagons to accompany them. He displayed his engines, etc. at The Medicine Hat Stampede and Echo Dale's corn fest every fall. They were quite an attraction. His last endeavour was a scaled size Model T Ford. He was often seen giving rides to folks around the neighbourhood. He enjoyed nothing more than to have friends and neighbours dropping in to check out his wares.
Bryan will be sadley missed by all who knew him. The funeral service held on Saturday, March 7, 2009.
William George Solley
February 18, 1916 - January 17, 2009
William (Bill) George Solley passed away peacefully on January 17 in Medicine Hat Hospital at the age of 92.
Bill was born in Medicine Hat on February 18, 1916. Bill lived on the same street in Medicine Hat for ninety years before they moved to Valleyview 2 years ago. He came from a CPR family. His father, grandfather and brother, Steve, were all engineers. Bill worked for the CPR for 37 years, retiring as an engineer 32 years ago in November of 1976. He was a lifetime member of the Masonic Lodge. Looking after his beautiful yard for everyone to enjoy was important to Bill. His family still cherishes the many unique and finely done ceramics he painted for his yard and home.
Bill always had a pet dog to love, but when the girls were young, he also had pet rabbits, budgie birds, hamsters and even a monkey. Bill loved to have fun and every year he looked forward to Stampede time, when after the parade he had his annual backyard party with family and friends. Everyone always had a great time. He especially loved the little ones, who always brought a smile to his face, as he held them. All those who knew and loved him will greatly miss him.
Funeral service held January 21, 2009.
Mary Edith Wallace
September 16, 1914 ~ January 17, 2009
Mary Wallace passed away at the Canmore Regional Hospital on Saturday, January 17, 2009 at the age of 94
years.
Mary was born and raised in Medicine Hat, Alberta where she resided until 2002. After graduating high school in Medicine Hat, Mary went on to attend the University of Alberta where she pursued not only her Degree in Home Economics but also her passion for sport. She served as President of the Women's Athletic Club and was Captain of the University of Alberta Women's Hockey Team.
In 1940, Mary was married to Stewart Wallace and she settled in Medicine Hat to raise her family. Her life long interests continued to include skating, hiking in the mountains, growing roses and playing bridge. She was an avid sports fan, following hockey, figure skating, curling and baseball.
Mary was an active and dedicated member of the Westminster United Church UCW Edythe Hewitt Unit until she left Medicine Hat to move to Canmore in 2002. Above all, Mary loved to be with her family. Funeral service held January 27, 2009.
Heather Anne Keith
September 27, 1954 - January 13, 2009
With heavy hearts, the family of Heather Anne Keith, announce that she passed away peacefully at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary on Tuesday, January 13, 2009 at the age of 54 years.
Heather was born in Medicine Hat on September 27, 1954. She was educated in Medicine Hat and gained her first employment with the Medicine Hat Health Unit. This was followed by 15 years of service in Victoria, B.C. where she was employed by the B.C. Civil Service and then served as a paralegal for a local law firm.
She returned a few years later and obtained employment in Calgary with Aspen Social Services. Heather had a keen sense of humor and enjoyed the company of her family and liked to visit with them. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Funeral service held January 17, 2009.