It is with sadness that the family of Cyle Knox announce his passing on Friday, April 25, 2008 at the age of 23 years.
Cyle’s memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends, including his father, Dale Knox of Medicine Hat and mother, Frances (Richard) Mindus of Crossfield, Alberta; twin brother, Chad (Nichole) Knox of Medicine Hat; brother, Brett Knox of Calgary; sister, Kelly (Scott) Hershmiller and their daughter Shaylee of Okotoks; grandparents, Audrey and Felix Metz of Medicine Hat; aunts and uncles, Delphine (Jim) Hunter of Palm Desert, CA, Ken (Mary) Knox of Calgary, Karen (Eugene) Bolen of Medicine Hat, Orville (Jean) Metz of Richmound, Sask., Robert (Marlene) Metz of Richmound, Sask. and Alex (Yvonne) Metz of Maple Creek, Sask. as well as numerous cousins. He was predeceased by his grandparents, John and Ann Knox. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Cyle’s life will be celebrated at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating.

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SHARON KUELLER
1947 - 2007

Mrs. Sharon Dianna Kueller (nee Pfeifer) of Medicine Hat, passed away suddenly at home, surrounded by loved ones, on Monday, July 2, 2007, at the age of 60 years.
Sharon is the beloved wife of Steve Kueller, and daughter of Violet Kavanagh.  She is also survived by Steve¹s children, Sandi (Derrick, Carole, Steven, Eric and their families, as well as two sisters-in-law, Mary Pomreinke and Rose Morfitt and many nieces and nephews.
Sharon was born on February 13, 1947, in Maple Creek, Saskatchewan.  After living several years in both British Columbia and Saskatchewan, they settled in Medicine Hat in the Fall of 2006.  Sharon and her quirky sense of humour will be sadly missed by the many family and friends that she leaves to cherish her memory.
The Memorial Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Monday, July 9, 2007, at 11:00 A.M.  Interment will follow at a later date.

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KATHLEEN KRAMER-SMITH
1922 - 2007

While surrounded by her family, Mrs. Kathleen Kramer-Smith, peacefully passed away at the Riverview Care Centre, on Thursday,  June 14, 2007 at the age of 85 years.
Kathleen was born in England on January 21, 1922, a daughter to Cyril and Edith Brown.  She was raised and schooled in England
where she became an entertainer for the ground troops.  This is where she met her future husband, William Kramer.  After their marriage, she came to Canada as a warbride, settling in the Broadacres area of Saskatchewan.  This became their home where they farmed for nearly fifty years.  During this time, she enjoyed the life the farm offered...from raising farm animals to growing big gardens.  She had quite a greenthumb!  Kathleen was a devoted
mom and liked to keep her kids entertained by going Christmas caroling and singing for amateur hour contests.  In her day, she   was known for her singing, tap dancing and her impersonations of Gracie Fields and Shirley Temple.  She liked to attend the war-bride reunions and relive those days.
Kathleen knew her way around the kitchen and baked lots of bread and cinnamon buns for her family.  She will be remembered for her love of tea! For her family, 3:00 P.M. will always be 'Tea Time' and they will fondly rekindle her words " I¹ll have a nice cup of tea with my tea".
Kathleen will be lovingly remembered by her 4 daughters, 2 sons, a brother and sister; a sister-in-law, grandchildren and great grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by her first husband, William Kramer; her second husband, Frank Smith; a son, Michael and a grandson, Clayton Rogers.
In a dignified manner, Kathleen's family quietly said their goodbyes during a prayer of remembrance.
A heartfelt appreciation is extended to Dr. Viljoen, the staff at the Good Samaritan Society and a very special thank-you to the staff at the Riverview Care Centre for their excellent care shown to mom.

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ANNE J. KESSLER
1926 - 2007

Mrs. Anne Judy Kessler of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of Mr. Roland P. Kessler, passed away at the Medicine Hat Hospital on Wednesday, April 11, 2007, at the age of 80 years.
Along with her loving husband Roland, Anne leaves to cherish her memory her children, Sandy (Jim) Balmer and their family Kevin, Scott and Jeremy of Medicine Hat;  Barb (Lynn) Needham and
their family Breanna, Kara and Mitchell of Maple Creek, SK.;
daughter-in-law, Carolyn Kessler and her children, David, Nicholas and Emily of Ancaster, ON.;  step-daughter, Kathy (John) Watkins and their children Donnie and Marcie of Debolt, AB.;  two sisters, Dora Coyne of St. Catharines, ON., Alma (George) Cull of Omemee, ON.;  four sisters-in-law, Dell (Stan) Turner, Nettie Smith, Florence Larose and Ethel Rhodes as well as numerous nieces and nephews.  She is also survived by special adopted daughter, Donna (Don) Dickinson of Kirkland Lake, ON.;  best friend and protector, Brandy;  special pet friends, Hank, Kona and Kirby.
Anne was predeceased by her son, Dr. Bryan Kessler;  mother, Jean Gergely;  father, Anthony Gergely, as well as three brothers, Matthew Gergely, Andrew Gergely and Benjamin Gergely.
Civil Celebrant Gerry Getz will lead the family in a Private Celebration of Anne's life at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel with interment to follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the S.P.C.A., P.O. Box 121, Medicine Hat, Alberta,
T1A 7E8.

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LAURINA IONA KRAUSS
1924 - 2007

Mrs. Laurina Iona Krauss, beloved wife of the late Mr. Emanuel Krauss, passed away at the Medicine Hat Hospital while surrounded by her family on Tuesday, January 2, 2007, at the age of 82 years.  Laurina was born in Medicine Hat on September 24, 1924, a daughter to Jacob and Otillia Schneider.  She married Emanuel Krauss in 1942.  They farmed in the Norton and Longfellow areas before moving to Medicine Hat in 1971.  Laurina enjoyed crocheting, crossword puzzles, bowling and was an avid gardener.  Her life
was Fifth Avenue Memorial United Church, where she was an active member for many years.  She was a devoted mother and a proud grandmother and will be cherished in the hearts of her children and grandchildren, son, Dennis (friend Judy) Krauss of Medicine Hat; son; Lamarr (Ellen) Krauss of Kelowna, B.C. and their family, (Joel (Nikki) - Hayden), (Jason (Sarah) - Lucinda), (Lauren (Glenn) - Dylan and Halle); son, Dwayne (Diane) of Okotoks and their family, (Robbie (Shauna) - Cooper and Rylee), (Daryl (Tara) - Jordan), (Ryan (Crystal) - Kale); daughter, Charlene (John) Morrison of Milton, Ont. and their family, (Jodi (Pride) - Harley-Rose and Wyatt), Jennifer; son, Harlan Krauss of Medicine Hat;  She is also survived by a sister, Frances Deering and a brother, Stan Flaig as well as numerous nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by her husband, Emanuel in 1982 and a brother, Ken Schneider.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W. on Thursday, January 4, 2007 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and again at Cook's on Friday, January 5 from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon.  The Funeral Service will be held at Fifth Avenue Memorial United Church, 476 - 4th Street S.E. Medicine Hat on Friday, January 5, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Gary W. Goran and Rev. Leroy Angle officiating.
Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta,
124, 430 - 6 Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8, or to the Fifth Avenue United Church Women, care of the Fifth Avenue Memorial United Church, 476 - 4 Street S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0K6.

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KIRK KNAPP
1946 - 2006
Mr. Kirk Thomas Knapp passed away at his residence in Medicine Hat on Sunday, December 17, 2006, at the age of 60 years.
He leaves to cherish his memory one son, Scott and Scott's daughter, Tayler;  one daughter, Sheree
(Dion) Wilk and their children, Ashlan and Hunter.  Kirk is also survived by one sister, Shannon (Ron) Moser;  one brother, Thorne Knapp, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
A Private Funeral Service will be held to celebrate Kirk's life.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 124, 430 - 6 Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8.

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JACOB KROEKER
1917 - 2006

Jacob (Jake) Kroeker of Bow Island, Alberta, passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2006 at the age of 89 years.
Jake was born on August 23, 1917 in the Ukraine.  He grew up in a Mennonite community there until, at the age of 12, he emigrated with his family to Canada.  The family arrived in Grassy Lake in April of 1930 and eventually moved to a farm south of Burdett.  Jake attended the Flickinger School.  He made friends with the Beers family who lived north east of them and fell in love with Bernice.  They were married on October 15, 1938 at the Beers' home.    Together, Jake and Bernice went on to raise a large and boisterous family.  Jake took a welding course in Calgary.  He managed the operation of his family's farm and he also helped his father with his chiropractic work.  Because  of Jake's large stature, he
lifted people while his dad did the adjustments.  Jake carried on performing his gift as a chiropractor for many people throughout his life.  Jake was a generous man and helped anyone in need.  Jake was happiest with a house full of guests.  Jake and Bernice retired in 1975 and built a home in Bow Island.
In their retirement years they traveled, at different times, to Singapore, Hong Kong, Germany/Switzerland and Russia.  Jake leaves to cherish his memory, his children:    Harry of Medicine Hat, Helen Bergen of Schuler, Trudy (Pat) James of Olds, Gordon (June) Kundert of Unity, SK., Ernie
(Alice) of Lethbridge, Richard (Sadie) of Kamloops, David (Michael) of Calgary, Glen (Karen) of Calgary, Marie Viani of Vancouver, Janice (Evan) Winkelaar of Sherwood Park, Henry (Dorothy) of Grassy Lake, Wallace (Paula) of Millarville and Kelly (Barb) of Whitecourt;  35 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren, and a very devoted friend since Bernice's passing, Sue Reimer.  Jake was predeceased by his wife, Bernice;  his parents, Jake and Helena Kroeker;  his two sisters, Agnes Dyck and Tina Voth;  two daughters, Lenora and Velora;  two grandsons, Steven Viani and Kevin Bergen; daughter-in-law, Fay and son-in-law, Ed Bergen.
A memorial service will be held at the Evangelical Free Church, 214 - 4 Avenue West, Bow Island, on
Saturday, September 23, 2006, at 11:00 A.M.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Jake's name may be made directly to The Home Care Program, Box 949, Bow Island, Alberta, T0K 0G0, or to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 102 - 73 - 7 Street S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1J2.

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TRAUGOTT KONRATH
1927 - 2006

Mr. Traugott Konrath passed away peacefully at the Riverview Care Center in Medicine Hat on Sunday, August 6, 2006, at the age of 79 years.
Traugott was born on March 4, 1927, in Pomasan, Romania, the third child of Eduard and Martha Konrath.  On November 28, 1953, he married Magdalena Nannt.  In 1956, they immigrated to Canada, settling in the Medicine Hat area where they raised their three children.  Traugott worked as a carpenter and plasterer for a few years before spending many years in the fertilizer plant at the Northwest Nitro Chemical Plant.  After retiring, he worked part-time
for the City of Medicine Hat.  Traugott loved farming, hunting and fishing. He found much joy in raising animals and growing plants of all kinds.  He was an avid gardener and always planted a huge garden. Traugott was especially fond of his horses, birds and his pet cat.  He dearly loved his six grandchildren and great-granddaughter affectionately know as Opa's
"Little one".  Traugott is survived by his three children, Margitta (Doug) Greeno, Hartmut Konrath, all of Taber, Dieter (Eleanor) Konrath of Wolfville, NS;  the mother of his children, Lena Konrath of Taber, as well as six grandchildren, James Sandon (Christine) Greeno of Edmonton, Chelsey Greeno (Jason Hamel), Lacey (Brad) Zaiser both of Taber, Megan, Emily and Beth Konrath of Wolfville, NS, and great-granddaughter, Trinity Hamel of Taber.  He was predeceased by his parents, two brothers and one
sister-in-law.
The family wishes to express their thanks and appreciation to all the staff at the Riverview Care Center for the compassionate care and kindness shown to Dad in the past two and a half years.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Saturday, August 12, 2006, between 12:00 P.M. and 12:50 P.M.  The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Saturday at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Wes Midgett officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Traugott's name may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes
Association, 102, 73 - 7 Street S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1J2;  The Alzheimer's Society, 833A Kingsway Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2X5, or directly to the charity of one's choice.

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EDITH KOENIG
1922 - 2006

Mrs. Edith Koenig, beloved wife of the late Mr. George Koenig, passed away at the University Hospital in Edmonton on Monday, April 10, 2006 at the age of 84 years.
Edith was born on January 30, 1922 in Irvine, a daughter to Oscar and Nina Dorge.  She was raised and educated in the Medicine Hat area.  Edith met and married the love of her life, George Koenig.  Their relationship bloomed into wonderful marriage that embraced 47 years of love and friendship with each other.  Her love of flowers, especially large white 'mums' provided her with the opportunity to  be surrounded with flowers at all times.  Edith and George owned and operated Fraser Florist in Medicine Hat for many years.  Family
was very important to her and she spent much time in the presence  of those who meant the most to her.  Throughout her years she enjoyed camping with the family and when they retired in 1968, she and George traveled in their motor home taking in the countryside.  Their travels always found them beside a lake where they could fish with their friends.  Edith will be  lovingly remembered by her children, Georgina (Gerry) and their family, Janine and Kevin and his children Hart and Gage; Randy (Cathy) and their family Nicole, Tara and Hailey; Monte (Rita) and their family Amanda (Adam) and Mason. Edith will also be missed by her sisters, Olga, Ellen and Bertie and a brother Albert (Doris) as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., on Thursday, April 13, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Barrett Scheske officiating.  Private interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery.  

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MAGDALENA KLUKUS
1912 - 2006

Mrs. Magdalena (Maggie) Klukus of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Mr. Otto Klukus, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 6, 2006 at the age of 93 years.
Maggie was born on August 11, 1912 in Josephsburg, Alberta (Elkwater).  She moved with her family to a farm near Schuler, and in 1928, she married Otto Klukus. They farmed in the Schuler area until moving to Medicine Hat in 1941.  In 1945, they purchased Bridge Street Grocery.  They would later change the name to Klukus Grocery and they continued to operate the store until their
retirement in 1968.  Otto passed away in 1992, at which time Maggie moved into a condo at South Country Village.  She loved her time there, but ill health forced her to move to the Central Park Lodge in 2001.  Maggie had many friends at the Lodge, and this is where she resided until her passing.
She is survived by three daughters, Violet Heid of Calgary, Viola (Alvin) Mehlhaff and Alvina (Ken) Peterson of Medicine Hat;  two grandsons, Mark (Karen) Mehlhaff of Rocky Mountain House, Kyle (Terry) Peterson of Calgary; four granddaughters, Sheila (Dave) Steelbrand of Calgary, Gwen Mayzes of Medicine Hat, Barbara (Steve) Stoyanac of Spokane, Washington, Robin (Dr. Gerrit) Winkelaar of Edmonton;  nine great-grandsons, five great-granddaughters and eleven great-great-grandchildren.  She is also survived by one sister, Emma (Gus) Gruszie of Medicine Hat;  three sisters-in-law, Lydia Flaig, Esther (Ben) Reinheller and Esther Kundert all of Medicine Hat;  many nieces, nephews and friends as well as special friends, Vi and Spud Conte.  Maggie was predeceased by her son-in-law, Howard Heid;  one grandson, Steve Peterson;  one grandson-in-law, Duane Wolfe;  her parents, Martin Knoblich, Christina Gruszie and step-father, Carl Gruszie;  two brothers, Emanuel Knoblich and Fred Knoblich, as well as three sisters, Rosie Betker, Christina Stern and Alvina Reiman.  Maggie was a kind and generous lady who never spoke ill of anyone.  Her doors were always open for relatives and friends for meals or lodging.  Her motto was,
"We were not put on this earth to see through people, but to see people through", and she lived by this.  The family would like to thank the staff at the Central Park Lodge for their loving care, also to Dr. DiNinno, Dr. Jeraj and Dr. Foley, as well as the staff on 5 East at the Medicine Hat Hospital.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, April 12, 2006 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.  The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Thursday, April 13, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Harvey Knoblich officiating.  Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Salvation Army, 164 Stratton Way S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1B 3R3, or to the Palliative Care Society, 666 - 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6,  or to the charity of one's choice.

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RONALD KORNELSON
1957 - 2006

Mr. Ronald Kornelson, cherished resident of the Alfred Egan Home in Bow Island, passed away on Monday, March 20, 2006 at the age of 48 years.
Along with his parents, Ed and Doris Kornelson, Ronald leaves to cherish his memory three sisters, Janet (Pat) Janzer and their children Amy and Matthew; Wendy (Tom) Beach and their children Jade and Brett;  Patti (Todd) Penner and their children Ashton and Haleigh;  as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.  He will forever be held in the hearts of his family of caregivers and residents at the Alfred Egan Home.  Ronald was born on August
21, 1957 in Empress, Alberta.  He was a cherished part of the Alfred Egan Home family for the past twenty years.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at St. Andrew's United Church, 139 - 2 Avenue West, Bow Island on Thursday, March 23, 2006, between 10:00 A.M. and 10:50 A.M.  The Funeral Service will follow at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Sandra McMillan officiating.
Interment will follow at a later date.   If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Special Purposes Fund of the Alfred Egan Home, Bag 3990, Bow Island, Alberta, T0K 0G0. 

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JOSEPH P. KOSOLOFSKI
Apr. 30, 1922 - Aug 16, 2005

Mr. Joe 'Foxy' Kosolofski of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Rose Kosolofski, passed away in Lethbridge on Tuesday, August 16, 2005, at the age of 83 years.
He is the loving father of two sons, Bill (Sheila) Kosolofski of Redcliff and Con (Nettie) Kosolofski of Medicine Hat;  one daughter, Bernadette (Dan) Bennett of Lethbridge as well as one daughter-in-law, Monica Pedersen of Medicine Hat. Joe will be forever loved and remembered by his grandchildren, Jason Kosolofski & Tanille Hunik, Shawna (Billy) Franklin, Travis, Chase and Breanne Bennett, Jarod
Kosolofski;  great grandchildren (the twins) Kaitlyn Kathleen and Abby-Jean Rose Franklin;  sisters, Theresa Gerling and Bertha (Joe) Martin. He was predeceased by his wife, Rose;  his parents, Longinus and Barbara Kosolofski;  brothers, Mike Kosolofski, Rev. Father Anthony Kosolofski.OMI, as well as four sisters, Jean Storz, Millie Duke, Suzanna Hagel and Mona Muscovitch. Joseph Paul was born to Longinus and Barbara Kosolofski in the town of Prelate, Saskatchewan, on April 30, 1922. Like his father, Joe became a farmer and worked the family land with his brother Mike until the fall of 1967.  This is when he, Rose and their three children moved to Medicine Hat. Joe was very active with St. Mary's Catholic Church as a Team Leader for Marriage Encounter for over ten years. He was a Eucharistic Minister, a lifetime 3rd Degree member as well as a 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus, and was active in the church choir. He assisted in ministering to the sick and aged at Sunnyside and made many visits to the sick at the Medicine Hat Hospital. Joe loved helping Rose with the baking for special times like Easter and Christmas. He often cooked the meals for the two of them while Rose was busy with her sewing. Joe loved old time dancing, singing and all the fun things that went with it. He was best known for his jokes, warm smile and his ability to make everyone feel welcome.
Prayers will be recited at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Sunday, August 21, 2005, at 7:00 P.M. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat on Monday, August 22, 2005, at 10:30 A.M. with the Very Reverend Father David Meadows celebrant. Interment will follow in the Roman Catholic section at Hillside Cemetery.

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WALLY KNAPP
Aug. 24, 1925 - July 26, 2005
Mr. Wallace 'Wally' Herbert Knapp passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Tuesday, July 26, 2005 at the age of 80 years.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his son, Terry; daughter-in-law Dora and three grandchildren, Catie, Ty and TJ of Sherwood Park, Alberta; a sister, Florence Noonan of Calgary; two brothers, Sternge of Red Deer and Albert of Cochrane as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Wally was predeceased by his father, Grant and his mother, Marcella; two brothers, Joe Knapp and Henry Knapp and two sisters, Alice Gordon and Irene Lauder.
Wally worked numerous jobs before finding his niche in the oil patch. He worked in the oil industry until an accident in Ontario in 1969 in the field, rendered him paralyzed. He returned to Medicine Hat where he was employed by the Royal Canadian Legion as a doorman until he retired. Wally made his home at the Wildrose Seniors Lodge until his passing.
The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, July 29, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. with Captain Ron MacDonald officiating. Interment will follow in the Field Of Honor Section at Hillside Cemetery. Members of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch # 17 will conduct a Poppy Service in honor of their departed comrade.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Royal  Canadian Legion Poppy Fund, P.O.
Box 517, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 7G5.

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ANN KOCULYN
2005

Mrs. Ann Koculyn, beloved wife of the late Nicholas Koculyn, passed away in Redwater, Alberta, on Friday, June 17, 2005, at the age of 90 years.
The Funeral Service will be held at COOK SOUTHLAND FUNERAL CHAPEL, 901 - 13th Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Saturday, June 25, 2005 at 11:00 a.m.  with Reverend Barrett Scheske officiating.  Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.

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VIOLET JOAN KNODEL
1922 - 2005

Mrs. Violet Joan Knodel of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of Mr. Herold Knodel, passed away at the Medicine Hat Hospital on Wednesday, April 20, 2005, at the age of 82 years. Along with her loving husband Herold, Violet leaves to cherish her memory one sister, Doris (George) Carleton of Keremeos, B.C.; two nieces, Pat Kupiak and Bonnie Prunkle;  one nephew, Dennis Ruf as well as numerous cousins in England. She was predeceased by her parents, Mr. Barney Blackburn in 1971 and Mrs. Fanney Blackburn in 1972, as well as two sisters, Gwendolyn Greff and June Ruf.
The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Monday, April 25, 2005, at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Julianna Wehrfritz-Hanson officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the charity of one's choice.

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WALTER JOHN "BUD" KNAPIK
1919 - 2005
Mr. Walter John "Bud" Knapik of Bow Island, beloved husband of Mrs. Caroline Knapik, passed away on Monday, January 24, 2005, at the age of 85 years.
Along with his wife Caroline, Bud leaves to cherish his memory five children, Karen (Al) Bruchal of Federal Way, Wash., Dennis (Jody) Knapik of Bow Island, Vern (Judy) Knapik of Medicine Hat, Valerie Knapik (Dave Craig) of Lethbridge, Douglas (Lynn) Knapik of Bow Island;  nine grandchildren, Kurt (Liisa) Bruchal, Trina Bruchal, Mandy (Josh) Knapik, Jordana Knapik, Justin (Misty) Knapik, Michael, Leanne, Lisa and Sarah Knapik, as well as two great-grandchildren, Silia and Tukr Bruchal. He is survived by one brother and four sisters, Vina Hamilton of Mission City, B.C., Rose Kromm of Vancouver, B.C., Pete Knapik of Calgary, AB., Valerie Von Matt of Salmon Arm, B.C. and Irene Murphy of Revelstoke, B.C. Bud is also survived by his in-laws, Nick Hager, Pete Hager, Kay Read and Jerry Hager as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and
Josephine Knapik as well as two brothers, Paul and Stan Knapik.  Bud's family was very important to him and this was especially evident in these past months. He knew how much he was loved 'til the very end. Bud was happiest when he was able to go to the garage every day until the age of 83.  Neighbors told us they could set their watches by the time he left and came home each day. Bud had to be there in time to start the coffee for the first shift of coffee row to arrive. Relatives and friends were invited to Prayers at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Bow Island on Thursday, January 27, 2005, at 7:30 P.M.  Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 1 Street East in Bow Island on Friday, January 28, 2005, at 2:00 P.M. with Father Joe Kalathilparambil celebrant. Interment will follow at a later date.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Bow Island Health Centre Palliative Care Society, P.O. Bag 3990, Bow Island, Alberta, T0K 0G0.

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