It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Marion Geraldine Grove, beloved wife of Art Grove, at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Sunday, August 17, 2008 at the age of 74 years.
Marion was born on May 29, 1934 in Medicine Hat, a daughter to Otto and Mary Johnson. Her life was spent in Medicine Hat where she was raised and educated. Her life was changed on April 5, 1952 when she married Arthur. This date marked the beginning of a successful marriage of 56 years which the family legacy was built upon. Working along side her husband in the family business, Marion managed to balance her life of a business supporter and more importantly, a mother of five children. Her hard work ethic was more than evident as she always conducted herself in a way that demonstrated this quality. Home was where her heart was. She was family oriented and made sure her family was well looked after…simply put, “She was the best Mom in the whole world”. The pride in her family shone through and reflected in the lives of those around her. Marion loved the time she spent with her family and enjoyed some time to play golf with friends. She also enjoyed 17 years of going south to Yuma during the winter months and developed many close friendships there. Mom will be remembered for the tremendous courage she had shown and the level of integrity she maintained during her brief illness.
We are truly blessed to have had such a wonderful lady as a part of our lives and will cherish the inspiration she has passed on to each of her family including her husband, Art Grove; five children, Lynanne (Brian) Good of Red Deer, David (Shirley) Grove of Medicine Hat, Terry (Jim) Porter of Medicine Hat, Bob (Linda) Grove of Strathmore and Jim (Pam) Grove of Red Deer; 11 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Deanna (Dave) Ledingham of Ferintosh, AB and Georgina Perrier of Toronto; a brother Randy (Darlene) Johnson of Red Deer as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Marion was predeceased by her parents, Otto and Mary Johnson; two brothers, Melvin Johnson and Ron Johnson and a sister Marguerite Baumbach.
In honour of Marion, a Celebration of her Life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W., on Wednesday, August 20, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Barrett Scheske officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes in Marion’s name may be made directly to the Palliative Care Society, 666 - 5th Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4H6.

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Darcy Douglas Grandmont passed away in Edmonton on Tuesday, June 10, 2008, at the age of 24 years.
Left to cherish Darcy’s memory are his mother, Trina Drader and step-father, Clayton Hay; grandmother, Grace Drader; brother, John Grandmont; sister, Jacquie Grandmont and her daughter Lakotaa Brunet; step-sisters and step-brother, Tiffany, Kindra and Ryan, Ben Hay and adopted sister, Cassandra Greenstien, as well as his girlfriend of seven years, Alexandra Elizardo. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Darcy was predeceased by his father, Maurice John Grandmont and his grandfather, Clifford Charles Drader, as well as grandparents, Myrna and John Grandmont.
Darcy was born in Medicine Hat on November 15, 1983. He was raised and educated in the Bow Island and Oyen areas. Darcy worked at different jobs including working on the rigs, roofing, and what he really loved, working with his uncle Jim and aunt Sheri Drader on their Ranch. He enjoyed boxing and lifting weights, but spending time with family at reunions and branding parties were some of his favorite memories. His fun loving, outgoing and humorous personality kept him close to the hearts of his family and many friends, whom he cared for very much.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Monday, June 16, 2008 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, June 17, 2008 at 11:00 a.m.

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Sean loved Land Rovers!
Yesterday, family, friends, colleagues and fellow Land Rover enthusiasts, met at Cook's to say farewell to Sean Green.
His dad and brother drove his beloved 'dirty old Land Rovers' to the service and parked them near the
front entrance for all to see. Funeral Celebrant Gerry Getz, spoke of Sean's life and his family that loved him...a heartfelt message from his mother was read and an invitation for anyone to say a few words, brought out stories of Sean. If a picture is worth a thousand words, the video tribute of pictures provided by Crystal and his family, said it all ... he loved Land Rovers. A final tribute - led by Sean's Series 1, a convoy of Land Rovers drove through the city to a local pub, where everyone had a 'cold one' in Sean's memory ... Sean would have liked that.

Sean drove the toughest terrain,
Up, down and over...
He's drivin' off into the sunset,
Just him and his Land Rover.
His Life Lived...
His Life Cherished...
His Life Honoured.

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JOHN E. GARRETT
1930 - 2007

Mr. John Ernest Garrett, beloved husband of Mrs. Phyllis Garrett of
Redcliff, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Saturday, July 28, 2007, at the age of 76 years.
John was born in Buffalo, Oklahoma, USA on November 14, 1930. He attended school in Oklahoma, California, Washington and Oregon and graduated in Vale in May of 1948.  He met the love of his life, Phyllis Gwen King and they were married on June 10, 1952 in Vale, Oregon.  John spent his life doing what he enjoyed most as a farmer, cattleman and as a first class welder.  He was a sports enthusiast who liked to watch events on television and in person as he cheered on his grandchildren at their sports activities.   He particularly enjoyed bowling, hunting and dancing with Phyllis.  John and Phyllis moved to Canada with their young family on August 21, 1969 and first settled in Grimshaw, Alberta. The family moved several times before finally making Redcliff their home.
John will be lovingly missed by his wife, Phyllis, and their children, John (Faith) Garrett; Pamela Sheane; Mike (Heather) Garrett; Linda (Bob) Grove; Nancy (Tony) Wilson; ten grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; brother, Billie (Christine) Garrett and sisters, Loula Mae (Allan) Carter, Nellie Franklin, and many nieces and nephews.  John was predeceased by his parents, John and Annie Garrett; one brother, Charles and a brother-in-law, Rip Franklin.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Tuesday, July 31, 2007, between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.  The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, August 1, 2007, at 11:00 A.M. with Civil Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating.  Interment will follow at the Prairie View Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Palliative Care Society, 666-5th Street
S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta  T1A 4H6 or the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Road S.E. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 1Z8.

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FLOYD GLASSER
1934 - 2007

Mr. Floyd Glasser, beloved husband of the late Geraldine (Gerry) Glasser, passed away on Sunday, July 15, 2007, at the age of 73 years.
Floyd leaves to cherish his memory three sons, Scott (Ev) of Calgary, Sean (Mia) and their children Nicole and Keara of Medicine Hat and Rob (Nicole) and their children Raven and Brandon of Calgary.  He is also survived by one sister, Anne (Del) Humbert as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was
predeceased by his parents, George and Elizabeth Glaser and two brothers, Tony and Delmar.
Floyd was born on March 23, 1934 in Medicine Hat.  He was raised in Fox Valley, but later moved to Medicine Hat.  He married Geraldine
Blakey on May 18, 1963.  Together they raised their family in Medicine Hat.
Floyd retired in the early 90's and continued to reside in Medicine Hat up until the time of his passing.  Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Thursday, July 19, 2007, between 6:30 P.M. and 7:30 P.M.  The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Friday, July 20, 2007, at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Gene Packwood officiating.  Interment to follow at Hillside Cemetery.
Special thanks to Dr. Parney and the staff of Units 111, 112 and I.C.U. at the Foothills Medical Centre, and to everyone on 6 West at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, who cared for Floyd in his final days.  If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Tim Horton Children's Foundation, RR#2, 264 Glen Morris Road E., St. George, ON, N0E 1N0.

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HERBERT GILL
1921 - 2007

It is with great sadness and great joy that we announce the passing of our father, Herbert Gill, into the presence of his Lord and Savior, on Tuesday, March 27, 2007.
Along with his loving wife, Viola Gill, Herbert leaves to cherish his memory two sons, Lynden and Marvin (Elaine) Gill;  two brothers,
Arthur (Reatha), Emanuel (Barbara), as well as one sister, Alida (John).  He was predeceased by his parents, Emanuel and Sophie Gill;  five brothers, August, Theodore, Henry, Martin and Alvin, as well as two sisters, Olga and Frieda.  Herbert was a kind, gentle and compassionate man of great faith.
He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.  Those wishing to pay their respects may do so starting one hour prior to the Funeral Service which will be held at Christ The King Assembly, 1101 Queen Street S.E., Medicine Hat on Saturday, March 31, 2007, at 2:00 P.M.  Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the World Vision Program, 1 World Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L5T 2Y4.

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DARSI R. GOPAUL
1961 - 2007

Darsi Ramsay Gopaul of Medicine Hat, beloved husband and best friend of Sharon and father to his wonderful daughter, Amber Newsham, passed away on Thursday, February 15, 2007, at the age of 45 years.
Along with his loving wife and daughter, left to honor Darsi's memory are his mother, Margaret Gopaul;  sister, Iris (Gary)  Grottenberg and their son, Samuel;  sister, Eleanor (David) Rogers;  brother Tim (Iris) Gopaul and their children, Phoebe and Magda;  sister-in-law, Debbie Blakley and family; brother-in-law, Darcy (Joanne) Bowyer and family;  sister-in-law, Cindy (John) Leslie and family as well as Darsi's Dogs, 'His Boys', Benson and Quincy.  He was predeceased by his father, Ramsay as well as Sharon's
parents, Archie and Lorraine Bowyer.  Darsi's life evolved around his music.  "He didn't just play music, he was music"   Together with Sharon in 2004, he fulfilled his dream of starting his own business of boarding and caring for animals at Animal House.
The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Monday, February 19, 2007, at 1:00 P.M. with Darsi's brother-in-law, Pastor Gary Grottenberg officiating.  A time of fellowship will follow at the funeral home and interment may follow at a later date.  If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to a Living Memorial Tree Program.  Please contact Cook Southland Funeral Chapel for details.

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LOUIS GREENSTEIN
1926 - 2006

Mr. Louis John Greenstein, peacefully passed away with his beloved wife Irene at his side on Monday, October 16, 2006 at the age of 80 years.
Louis leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Irene;  his children, Louise Kuntz, Gary Greenstein, Cheryl (Rob) Gurney, Alan (Liz) Greenstein, David (Val) Greenstein; grandchildren, Mark (Amy) Kuntz, Michelle (Steven) Finstad, Amanda, Leighton Greenstein, Laura Gurney, Nicholas, Zachary Greenstein, Stephanie, Kristen Greenstein; great-grandchildren, Caden, Shae Kuntz and Aden, Owen Finstad.  Louis was born in Schuler and raised in Medicine Hat.
He worked for the C.P.R. as an engineer for 42 years.  Louis was a Past President of the Royal Canadian Legion.  He proudly served his country in WWII.
A Private Service will be held in honour of Louis and will be officiated by The Reverend Father Howard Patterson of Holy Trinity Anglican Catholic Church.
If friends so desire, tributes may be made directly to the Memorial Fund of the Holy Trinity Anglican Catholic  Church, 402 - 12th Street N.E.,  Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5V2.

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KATHLEEN ANN GRIFFITH (PORTER)
1954 - 2006

Kathleen Ann Griffith, beloved daughter to Norma Porter of Taber, passed away in Medicine Hat on Friday, August 11, 2006, at the age of 52 years.
She leaves to cherish her memory one daughter, Carla Randell of Calgary; one son, Craig Randell;  two grandchildren, Ablaizsa Taypotat and Samantha Randell.  Kathleen is also survived by one sister, Elaine Porter of Toronto. She was predeceased by her father, Donald Porter.
The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Monday, August 21, 2006, at 11:00 A.M. with Captain Brad Oxford officiating.

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VALEDA GELDREICH
1923 - 2006

While in the presence of her loving family, Mrs. Valeda Lydia Geldreich, beloved wife of the late Mr. Merril Geldreich, was called home to the Lord on Monday, June 26, 2006 at the age of 82 years.  Throughout her final days, she showed her strong spirit and maintained her sense of humour which was a comfort for her family.  Valeda was born in Maleb, Alberta and was raised in
the Conquerville area.  In 1947, she married Merril Geldreich.  The couple settled on the family farm located south of Bow Island and were blessed with five children.  She believed in her community and was devoted to many service groups and organizations in a variety of capacities.  She was a 4H Horticulture Club Leader, a member of the U.C.W. and the United Church Committee and a Life Member of the Legion Ladies Auxiliary.  Valeda also volunteered for the Meals on Wheels program and promoted the town of Bow Island as a volunteer for the Bow Island Visitors Bureau.  After raising five children, and dedicating much of her time to the community she loved, Valeda also had time for herself and enjoyed playing the electric organ and loved gardening.  She will be dearly missed by her three daughters, Joyce (Brent), Marilyn (Murray) and Melva and her two sons, Derald (Maria) and Don (Chelsea).  Valeda will be fondly remembered by her 11 grandchildren, Robyn, Todd, Jody, Angela, Ashley, Leah, Nicholas, Lyndon, Grant, Logan and Benson and her newest joy, a great-grandson, Carter.  She is lovingly remembered by her step-mother, Anne;  sisters, Lillian, Emma, Theo and Karen; brothers, Ruben and Leonald.  Besides her husband Merril, she was predeceased by her parents, William and Wilhelmina Friedenberg; two brothers, Karl and Ewald and a grandson, Maxwell.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so one hour prior to the funeral service which will be held at St. Andrew's United Church, 139 - 2nd Ave West, Bow Island on Thursday, June 29, 2006 at 11:00
a.m.  Private family Interment will follow in the Bow Island Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Valeda's name may be made directly to the Bow Island Health Centre, Bag 3990 - 938 Centre Street, Bow Island, Alberta T0K 0G0.

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DENNIS GREER
1975 - 2006

Dennis Bruce Greer, beloved fiancé of Val Markin of Medicine Hat, passed away at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary on Monday, February 13, 2006 at the age of 30 years.
Dennis was born on December 2, 1975 in New Westminster, B.C., a son to Tom and Patty Greer. He was raised and educated in Port Coquitlam, B.C. and later attended Simon Fraser University. He
received a degree in Recreation and Youth Leadership and attained his B.S.W. in Medicine Hat in 2004. With his knowledge and credentials, he gained employment at the YMCA as the Youth Program Coordinator. He later was employed at the Military Family Resource Centre in Suffield and was currently working with Alberta Child and Family Services until the time of his passing. Dennis was a caring, passionate and sociable man with a zest for life. He enjoyed squash, basketball, hiking and hockey. Dennis was a huge Tigers fan!  Being as athletic and competitive as he was, he had aspirations of completing a triathlon. In March of 2003, Dennis met Val Markin. They were excited to begin their life together as they were engaged to be married on July 29, 2006. Besides his fiancé Val, he will be
cherished by his bonus daughter, Tori Markin-Pilon; his parents, Tom and Patty Greer; a sister, Danielle Greer and his nephew, Grayson; and his brother Darren Greer. He is also survived by Val's family and many extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his paternal grandmother, Rubbina Greer and maternal grandparents, Harold and Ivy Byrnes.
A Celebration of Dennis' Life will be held at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat on Friday, February 17, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. with Very Reverend Father David Meadows officiating.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Dennis' name may be made directly to the McMann Community Services, 4 - 941 South Railway Street S.E.., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 2W3.

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JEFFREY JAY GIROUX
April 24, 1980 - August 21, 2005

Mr. Jeffrey Jay Giroux passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 21, 2005.
Jeffrey will always be loved and missed by his parents Judy and Dwayne Giroux and family pets Curly and Cerwin. He was born on April 24, 1980 in Edmonton, and spent his childhood years in Bassano, where the family had many close friends and wonderful memories. Jeffrey attended High School in Foremost and upon graduation, he attended Lethbridge Community College. At the time of his passing, he resided in Medicine Hat. Jeffrey was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Jim and Pauline Giroux of Weyburn, Sask., and his maternal grandfather, Victor Braunwarth of High River, Alberta, as well as his uncle and aunts, Phil and Joan Giroux and Bernice Zirrie. Besides his loving parents, Jeffrey is survived by his grandmother, Minnie Braunwarth of High River, aunts and uncles, Terry and Jim Giroux, Lena and Howard Giroux of Weyburn, Audrey and Randy Greer of Kelowna, Rudy Zirrie, Carol and Lovina Berner, Louise and Ed Giroux, Bernice and Eugene Giroux of Calgary, Sister Alva Aurilie of L'Avenir, Quebec, Dorothy and Lyle Braunwarth, Faye Cumbers and Ed Preston and Bob Crawford of High River and Karen Crawford of Nanton as well as numerous cousins.
To honor Jeffrey's life, we ask that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Schizophrenia Society, Medicine Hat Chapter, 414 - 6 Ave. S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8. Cremation has
taken place, and at the family's request, no formal funeral proceedings will be held.
"And, he dreamed, and behold a ladder set upon the earth, and the top of it reached to heaven"

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RUBY GRAY
1941 - 2005
Mrs. Ruby Gray of Medicine Hat passed away at the Medicine Hat Hospital on Saturday, May 21, 2005, at the age of 64 years.
A Graveside Service will be held at a later date in Saskatoon.

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MARTHA GARLOUGH
1911 - 2005
Mrs. Martha Garlough of Medicine Hat, beloved mother, grandmother and sister, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 7, 2005, at the age of 93 years.  Martha was born on September 17, 1911 at Ranchville, Alberta. She was raised in Manyberries where she received some of her education and the remainder in Medicine Hat. At the age of 20, following the death of her mother, Martha moved back home to look after her 7 younger siblings. She married John Garlough in 1938. They resided in Eagle Butte for a number of years before moving to Medicine Hat where she resided until the time of her
passing.  Martha loved to sew, read and do bead work. She also loved flowers - carnations and roses were her favorites. Martha will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, Dianne Gosselin of Vancouver; granddaughter, Cindy (Kevin) Bradley of Canberra, Australia; sisters, Emma (Bill) Larson of
Medicine Hat, Alice Mayer of Medicine Hat, Lillian Hassard of Eagle Butte and Irene Weiss of Edmonton as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, David and Dorothea Weiss; husband John "Jack' Garlough; brothers, Harris and Lance Weiss and a sister, Vera Mayer.  The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, May 13, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Loren Hosfield officiating.  Private interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Martha's name may be made directly to the Salvation Army, 164 Stratton Way S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1B 3R3.

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DONALD (DON) ALFRED GANT
1933 - 2004
Don Gant, beloved husband of Dorothy Marie Gant, passed away peacefully in Medicine Hat on Sunday, November 28, 2004, at the age of 71 years. Along with his loving wife Dot, Don leaves to cherish his memory two sons, Randy (Peggy), Brian (Lynda Bodiou);  one daughter, Tracy as well as four grandchildren, Megan, Tyler, Hayle and Jared.  Don is also survived by one brother, William (Bill) and Louise Gant of Calgary and one sister, Betty and Gordon Nerland of Vancouver, B.C.  He was predeceased by his mother and father, Emily and Alfred Gant.  Don married Dorothy Lemna on August 22, 1959 in Medicine Hat. After retiring from the C.P. Rail, he continued to live in Medicine Hat up until his passing. He was a Life Member of the Royal Canadian Legion Robertson Memorial Branch #17.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W.,
Medicine Hat on Wednesday, December 1, 2004, between 1:30 P.M. and 2:00 P.M. The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, December 1, 2004, at 2:00 P.M. with interment to follow in the Field Of Honor Section of Hillside Cemetery at a later date. Officers and
Members of the Royal Canadian Legion Robertson Memorial Branch #17 will conduct a Poppy Service in honor of their departed comrade.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Kidney Foundation Of Canada, 631 Prospect Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4C2, or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, Room 124, Professional Building, 430 - 6 Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8.

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