Violet L. LeBlanc passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Sunday, June 29, 2008, at the age of 77 years.
Violet leaves to cherish her memory three children: Debby (Wayne) Schmidt, Stuart (Sharon) LeBlanc and Yvonne Toms (Derm Hynes); seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; four sisters; friend, Peter Dantzer as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Leonard LeBlanc; fiancé, Victor Brilz; a son in infancy, Barry, as well as two brothers.
The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Thursday, July 3, 2008, at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Fred Rink officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, Memorial Tributes may be made to the Palliative Care Society, 666 - 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6.
 

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A rich, deep voice has gone silent. James Michael (Mickey) Lynch passed away suddenly on Wednesday, the 7th of May.
Mick had a long, high-profile career in television and radio news in the early days of CHAT. Born and raised in Medicine Hat, he spent a lifetime in the foothills; fishing with his great friend and brother, Bill; and whiling away many pleasant hours on the M.H. golf course – collecting errant golf balls and handing them off to family, who quickly made them errant again. Mick was a jovial, self-appointed guardian of the English language, but woe betide any and all who had the bad fortune to misspeak in his presence; for they were taken up, abruptly, and made to see the error of their ways. An aficionado of classical music, Mickey filled his world with beautiful sounds. He was one who never forgot a birthday; who was deeply attached to, and fond of, his family, and who was always there to help us out in whatever way he could. Live on in God’s embrace Uncle Mick. We love you. All your nieces, nephews, our spouses and our children. You are the colourful uncle we will quote, and carry fond memories of, for the rest of our lives.
Mickey was pre-deceased by brothers Harry, Allan, Patrick and Bill; sisters Kathleen, Evelyn and Annabelle.
A Celebration of Mick’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Monday, May 12, 2008, at 11:00 A.M. with Major Brad Smith officiating.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8, or to the Salvation Army, 164 Stratton Way S.E., Medicine Hat, T1B 3R3.

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A Celebration of Nancy's Life will be held at a later date and will be announced at that time.

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Mr. Edward Lorenz, beloved husband of Mrs. Margaret (nee Driedger) of Medicine Hat, passed away at South Country Village on Monday, December 3, 2007 at the age of 99 years.
Besides his loving wife, he is survived by one daughter Priscilla (Laudon) of Abbotsford, BC, one son Arthur (Lynne) Lorenz of Medicine Hat; seven grand children and fourteen great grandchildren. He is also survived by one brother, Adolph (Stella) of Courtney, BC. He was predeceased by his parents, Wilhelm and Christina (Croissant), sisters Catherine Niemetz, Christine Vennard, Lydia Cote, Emily Halladay, Martha Christie; his brothers William Lorenz, John Roth and Fred Lorenz.
Ed was born in Menno, South Dakota November 15, 1908. He farmed in the Hilda and Richmound areas until 1945 and then worked in the building and construction industry in the Medicine Hat and Edmonton areas.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Wuerfel Auditorium, South Country Village, 1720 Bell Street S.W., on Thursday, December 6, 2007 at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Bob Findley officiating. Interment to follow at Hillside Cemetery.

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Dr. Lorna "Jane" Laidlaw of Medicine Hat passed away on Sunday, November 25, 2007, at the age of 92.
Jane is survived by her nephew Bob (Maureen) Laidlaw of Bow Island along with their children: Heather (Rob) Hart and their children Ryler, Chase, Levi and Kassidy; Karla (Garth) Porteous and their children Kiara, Landon and Kale; Wes Laidlaw and Janice Laidlaw; and her niece Gwen (Ross) Fujino of Calgary and her sons: Duncan (Tracy) Keith and their son Jackson, and Morgan (Kathryn Hoffman) Keith. She was predeceased by her brother Bob Laidlaw during World War II; her parents Lorne N. Laidlaw K.C. and May Hall Laidlaw; her brother Lorne "Larry" Laidlaw and her sister-in-law Joan Laidlaw. Jane was born on July 3, 1915, in Medicine Hat, Alberta. She attended schools in Medicine Hat until Grade 11 when she moved to Toronto where she graduated from Havergal Private School for Girls. Following graduation, she attended the Toronto Conservatory of Music to complete her degree in music and piano; long before the conservatory had received the commendation of "Royal" in its title. She then returned to Alberta where she entered the U of A Faculty of Home Economics. Upon graduation with this degree, she became "Martha Logan" for Swift's Company as their home economist. In 1942, at the outbreak of WWII, she entered the military in the Royal Canadian Air Force and moved up the ranks to become the Head of the Women's Division for Western Canada. One of her proudest moments was presenting the RCAF wings to her brother Larry.
In 1946, she moved to Chicago to work for Lever Brothers. In 1948, she entered Medical School at the University of Alberta and graduated in the Class of 1953. Following her internship at the U of A, she moved to Edinburgh, Scotland, for a one year Internal Medicine Residency. In 1957, she completed her Internal Medicine Residency at the Montreal General Hospital.
Jane then returned to Alberta to work as an Internist at the U of A Hospital. In 1959, she attended the University of Colorado in Denver to become a doctor of psychiatry. After completing her studies, she was employed at Fort Logan Mental Hospital. In 1969, she and her good friend Ann Watson toured the U.S. and Canada for two years to find the ideal location for her next home, employment and retirement. Oyama, BC, became the choice as she could enjoy her hobbies of canoeing, sailing, swimming, golfing and playing tennis while working at the Vernon Mental Health Centre. Jane always dreamed of playing in a symphony, so at the age of 62 she enrolled in the Vernon Community Music School. She learned to successfully play the cello because an orchestra usually has a pianist. This was a good choice as Jane enjoyed many years as a cellist for the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra.
She later moved to Vernon and Blind Bay in British Columbia where she continued enjoying music and sports. In 1999, she moved back home to Medicine Hat so she could be closer to her family. Jane loved the prairies, visiting the ranch, swimming in the river, watching birds, learning to ride a motorbike at seventy-three and camping at her Lake Wabamun cabin. Some of her happiest days in her later years were playing a good game of bridge, watching sports on TV, and being entertained by her great-great nieces and nephews; especially at family picnics. She loved a good laugh and her sense  of humor was relished in her last years. Aunt Jane's family visualized her enjoying the Grey Cup Game with Joan and Larry and rekindling the love of her life, Bonn Smith, who was lost in action in WWII.
In honour of Jane, a private family service was held followed by a family gathering at the Hart's home where she spent many happy times with the children who always brightened her days.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Jane's name may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta, 833A Kingsway Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 2X5 or to a charity of one's choice.

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ESTHER LOROFF
March 24, 1919 - August 12, 2007

Mrs. Esther Loroff (nee Ruck), beloved wife of the late Mr. Anton 'Tony' Loroff, passed away in Medicine Hat on Sunday, August 12, 2007, at the age of 88 years.
She leaves to cherish her memory two children, Dennis (Maxine) Loroff and their three daughters, Sherry, Shauna, Kara as well as their five grandchildren;  Sandra Joyce (Lloyd) Michalezki and their two daughters, Lori and Lynn.  Esther is also survived by one sister, Phyllis Torwick; brothers-in-law, Leo Loroff and Paul Loroff;  sisters-in-law, Tina Miller, Anne Granch and Martha Delorme.  She was predeceased by her husband, Tony; parents, Mary and Gotlieb Ruck;  two sisters, Alvina and Leona;  one brother, Adolf as well as Tony's parents, Rose and William Hauser.
Esther was born and raised in Burstall, SK.  She later moved to Medicine Hat where she worked for Medalta Pottery.  Esther and Tony were married at St. Patrick's Catholic Church on July 22, 1943.  Esther truly loved the hard work on the farm up until their move to Medicine Hat in 1959.  She was a doting wife and mother, and enjoyed sharing a joke whenever she could.  Some of Esther's interests included knitting, playing cards, crafts, puzzle books, watching Jeopardy, listening to music and cooking for others.  Esther enjoyed spending time down at the Veiner Centre, especially at the dances when she was able.  To her family, Esther will be remembered as the best mother and grandmother in the world, always giving while expecting nothing in return other than love.
Prayers will be recited at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, August 15, 2007, at 7:00 P.M.  The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat on Thursday, August 16, 2007, at 11:00 A.M. with Father Keith Sorge celebrant.  Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation Of Alberta, 124, 430 - 6 Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 2S8, or to the Alberta Lung Association, P.O. Box 4500, Station South, Edmonton, AB., T6E 6K2.

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LAWRENCE LONSON
1920 - 2007

Mr. Lawrence (Larry) Robert Lonson of Medicine Hat passed away at the Riverview Care Centre on Thursday, May 17, 2007, at the age of 86 years.
Larry is survived by his sister, Ada (Grant) Walker of Calgary and her daughters, Gae Freeborn and Lori Pinter;  his brother Lloyd's children, Don (Anne) Lonson and their six children;  Faye (Pat) Cain an their three children;  Gilbert (Dorothy) Lonson and their four children, as well as numerous other nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.  He was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Bessie Lonson;  one brother, Lloyd and one niece, Susan Walker as well as Susan's father, Grant.
Larry was born and raised on a farm near Whitla and Seven Persons, and attended Schools in those areas.  He joined the army during the Second World War, but did not see action because of his health.  He had many jobs throughout his lifetime, some of which included a janitor, photographer and salesman for the Fuller Brush, Watkins and Raleigh dealer in and around Medicine Hat.
Larry enjoyed numerous hobbies, especially photography, working with leather and making music.  He was self-taught in playing and reading music, and he loved the banjo.  He played at many dances in a traveling band for a number of years.  He had a prickly personality, but always enjoyed sharing a good
joke and humour.
Cremation has taken place.  A Graveside Service will be held at Hillside Cemetery, Medicine Hat, on Wednesday, May 23, 2007, at 1:00 P.M.  Those wishing to attend the graveside service should gather at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, May 23, 2007, at 12:45 P.M.  The procession to graveside will leave Cook Southland at 12:55 P.M.

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LINWELL WARDER LUMAN
August 31, 1926 - April 24, 2007

With sadness we announce the passing of Linwell.
He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.  He leaves to cherish his memory: loving wife of almost 55 years, Ann;  five children, Virginia (Ed) of New Westminster, Arleen (Gay) of Calgary, Lorraine (Merle) of Edmonton, Leonard
(Barbie) of Medicine Hat, Lyndon (Kathleen) of Edmonton;  six grandchildren, Scott, Barnie, Janelle, Angela, Ryan and David, as well as three great-grandchildren, Tyler, Kiera and Mackenzie.  He is also survived by his sisters, Christine and family and Bonnie and family.  Linwell was predeceased by his father, Oral in 1951;  sister, Eveline in 1951;  mother, Della in 1984;  sister, Merranna in 2000;  brother, Clyile in 2000 and best friend, Harold Moeller in 2007.
The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, April 27, 2007, at 10:30 A.M. with Pastor Fred Rink officiating.  Private Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Palliative Care Unit at the Riverview Care
Centre, 603 Prospect Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4C2 or to the charity of one's choice.

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ISABEL F. LYGAS
1938 - 2007
Mrs. Isabel Florence Lygas, beloved wife of the late Mr. Joseph Lygas, passed away peacefully in Medicine Hat on Friday, April 13, 2007, at the age of 68 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel with interment to follow at Hillside Cemetery.

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RODERICK LEROUX
1935 - 2007

It is with sad hearts that the family of Mr. Eusebe Roderick Andrew Leroux of Medicine Hat, announce his passing on Thursday, March 8, 2007 at the age of 71 years.
Although separated, he is still loved and survived by his wife, Elizabeth; 7 children, Jerry, Ewen (Marjorie), Debbie (Peter), Ian
(Shannon), Vincent, Lynn, Nicole; several grandchildren, Trevor,
Christopher, Amber, Daniel, Erin, Myles, Travis, Scott, David, Andrew, Jessica Carmiellia and Jocelyn.  He is also survived by his adopted daughter, Suzanne (Terry) Stuber-Parr - grandson Logan; six sisters and two brothers, Catherine, Carmelia, Vincent (Marj), Marie (Roger), Therese (Ian), Sandra (Dennis), Phillip (Esther), Lillian (Jim) and Trudy (Bill).  Rod was predeceased by his parents, Eusebe and Jessica Leroux; a brother, Daniel; a sister, Alice; two children, Andre and Barbara Anne and an adopted granddaughter, Jessie Jeffrey.  The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W. on Thursday, March 15, 2007 at 11:00 a.m.

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RAYMOND LUSTY
1938 - 2006

Mr. Raymond Albert Lusty, beloved husband of Marilyn Lusty of Medicine Hat, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Wednesday, November 1, 2006 at the age of 68 years.
Raymond was born on April 22, 1938 on the homestead in Alpine located in the Swan River Municipality of Manitoba.  On December 27, 1965 he married Marilyn in Calgary.  Raymond was employed for many years as a teacher and librarian.  He spread his knowledge and teachings in various locations including:  Sturgeon High School, North American Baptist College, Fr. Mercredi High School, Parkland Regional Library in Yorkton, Sask. and most recently the Shortgrass Library System.
Raymond was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Medicine Hat and believed that involvement with the churches in the respective communities that he lived in, was a priority.  He was a member of the Medicine Hat Astronomy & Archaeology Clubs.  Music was an important aspect of his life.
Ray will be missed by his family and friends.  Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Marilyn; children, Kevin (Tracy Jones) of Calgary; Jason of Yorkton, Sask. and Joanne (Kevin Johnson) of Corvallis, Oregon; his parents, Fred and Annie of Abbotsford, B.C.; brothers and sisters, Glen (Joyce) of Etobicoke, Ont., Al (Marg) of Abbotsford, B.C., Linda Klassen (Ed) of Steinbach, Manitoba, Adele Rathke (Charles) of Medicine Hat and Caroline Reimer (Brian) of Steinbach.  He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Relatives and friends are invited to a Celebration of Raymond's Life at Grace Lutheran Church, 9 - 5th Street S.E., Medicine Hat on Monday, November 6, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson officiating and Reverend Juliana Wehrfritz-Hanson co-officiating.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made 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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DELORES LANZ (nee SHATZ)
1929 - 2006

Mrs. Delores Lanz, beloved wife of the late Mr. Christian Lanz, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Tuesday, October 24, 2006 at the age of 76 years.
Delores leaves to cherish her memory, her children, Gloria Hansen (Don Casey) of Medicine Hat, Wayne (Carol) Lanz of Nanaimo, B.C., Earl Lanz of Edmonton, Kelvin (MaryLou) Lanz of Medicine Hat and Derral Lanz (Linda Stone) of Edmonton; her sister, Marvel (Berk) Hanson of Calgary and her brother, Roger (Bev) Shatz of Medicine Hat; ten grandchildren, four great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews.  Delores was predeceased by her husband of 21 years, Chris Lanz in April of 1971; Dad, Matt Shatz in November of 1985 and Mom, Irean Shatz in October of 2003.
Delores will be remembered and dearly missed by her family and friends.
Relatives and friends are invited  to the Funeral Mass which will be celebrated at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 238 - 2nd Ave. N.E., Medicine Hat on Friday, October 27, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. with Reverend Father John Maes celebrant.
As an expression of sympathy, those wishing to remember Delores Lanz may do so with a gift to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Road S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta  T1A 1Z8.

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DOROTHY LAMOTTE
1916 - 2006

Mrs. Dorothy Lamotte, beloved wife of the late Mr. Andy Lamotte, passed away in Medicine Hat on Friday, September 15, 2006, at the age of 90 years.
Dorothy leaves to cherish her memory two sons, Brian (Lois) Lamotte of Medicine Hat, Gerald (Susan) Lamotte of Morris;  two daughters, Jeanette Lamotte of Medicine Hat, Cheryl (Jim) Birch of Medicine Hat;  six grandchildren, David of Calgary, Shane (Leah) Brock, Kevin (Terril) of Morris, MB., Beverly Gordon (Aaron) of North Bay, ON., Jeffery of Vancouver, as well as one great-granddaughter, Shaylee of Morris, MB.  She is also survived by one sister, Vivian Bell of Saskatoon, Sisters-in-law, Betty Whiting of Calgary, Mona Whiting of Gilbert Plains, Hermine Sylvestre of Redvers, Angele (Joe) Lajeunesse of Winnipeg, RoseHelene (Howard) Nielson of Regina, Blanche Lamotte of Redvers;  brother-in-law, George Lamotte of Morden, MB, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends.  Dorothy was predeceased by her parents, David and Marget Whiting;  two brothers, Dave Whiting of Gilbert Plains, MB and Harold Whiting of Calgary;  one sister, Merle Clemens of Manor, SK.;  brothers-in-law, Lorne Bell of Saskatoon, Paul Clemens of Manor, SK., Harry Lamotte, Aime Lamotte and Maurice Lamotte all of Redvers, Ralph Bechard of Kenora, Felix Sylvester of Bellgarde, SK.; sisters-in-law, Jean Lamotte of Redvers, Marion Lamotte of Morden, MB., Evelyn Lamotte of Redvers and Amelie Bechard of Kenora.  Dorothy spent 87 years in Redvers, relocating with Andy to Medicine Hat in 2003.
As per Dorothy's wishes, a private family service with interment will be held at Redvers, Saskatchewan on Friday, September 29, 2006.
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JOAN LAIDLAW
1921 - 2006

Mrs. Joan Laidlaw, beloved wife of the late Mr. Lorne "Larry" Laidlaw, peacefully passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Saturday, August 26, 2006, at the age of 84 years.
Joan was born on October 28, 1921, a daughter to Alfred and Jenny Baker.  Growing up, she was always an athletic girl who was involved in many sports.  While attending high school in Peace River, she played basketball and hockey ... she was the only girl who
could raise the puck.  After high school she attended the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Edmonton and graduated as a Registered Nurse.  Upon graduation she moved to Medicine Hat where she gained employment at the Medicine Hat Hospital.  While working there she met her future husband, Larry Laidlaw.
They were married on October 26, 1945, and settled on the Home Ranch north of Bow Island.  Along side her husband, Joan worked all aspects of the ranch as well as all the duties of being a mother including bussing her children and grandchildren to and from school.  Joan was proud of her home and the garden she grew and always had a  bouquet made of fresh or prairie flowers.
In her later years, she continued with sports including golf and bowling. She enjoyed playing cards,  but especially liked to play  bridge.  In 2001, she moved to the Meadowlands in Medicine Hat where she resided until her passing.
She will be remembered for the happy times by her family and friends which include: a son, Bob (Maureen) and their children, Heather (Rob) Hart and their children, Ryler, Chase, Levi and Kassidy; Karla (Garth) Porteous and their children, Kiara and Landon; Wes Laidlaw and Janice Laidlaw;  a daughter, Gwen (Ross) Fujino and her sons, Duncan (Tracy) Keith and Morgan Keith; a sister, Margaret (Fred) Sutherland and their family and a sister-in-law, Jane Laidlaw.  She was predeceased by her husband Larry in 2000.
A Celebration of Joan's Life will be held at St. John's Presbyterian Church, 504 - 2nd Street SE, Medicine Hat on Wednesday, August 30, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Joye Platford officiating.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Joan's name may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 102, 73 - 7th Street S.E. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 1J2 or to the Golden Age Club, Box 151 Bow Island, Alberta T0K 0G0.

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LEAH LOOSE
1914 - 2006

Mrs. Leah Loose, beloved wife of the late Mr. Roy Loose, passed away peacefully at the Riverview Care Centre on Monday, June 19, 2006, at the age of 92 years.
Leah leaves to cherish her memory five daughters, Eleanor (Ray),
Evelyn (Herb), Darlene (Wayne), Carol (Delmer), Joan (Neville);   sixteen grandchildren;  fifteen great-grandchildren;  three
great-great-grandchildren;  two sisters, Ella and O¹Linda as well as
numerous nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by her parents;  husband, Roy Loose;  son, Donald Loose;  three brothers;  two sisters;  one grandson and one granddaughter.  Leah was born in Calgary, Alberta on March 21, 1914.
She married Roy Loose and together over the years they farmed in Estuary, Saskatchewan, Airdre and Sundre, Alberta.  Leah greatly enjoyed gardening and yard work.  She always had a beautiful garden and yard as well as a great little pal, Teddy, her little dog and companion.  Leah enjoyed her
visits from her daughters and grandchildren.  After the death of her beloved husband Roy, she loved to sit on her deck and look at the back yard and play with Teddy.  For the past three months, Leah resided at the Riverview Care Centre which she came to love, including the residents and especially the staff who were very caring and loving to her.
The Funeral Service will be held at the United Church in Empress on Friday, June 23, 2006, at 1:30 P.M.
Interment will follow in the Empress Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Riverview Care Centre Family Council, 603 Prospect Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4C2.

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JACQUELINE LUND
1926 - 2006
Mrs. Jacqueline Louise Lund, beloved wife of the late 'Bronc' Lund, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Wednesday, June 7, 2006 at the age of 80 years.
Family spent a quiet time of reflection prior to cremation taking place.

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EDNA (AYLING) LONG
Oct. 23, 1915 - Apr. 23, 2006
Edna leaves to mourn her loss, her husband of 62 years, Stan Long;  her sons, Fred (Beth), Ken (Jan);  granddaughter, Kahney as well as grandsons, Robert and Andrew (Kaysa).  Also left to mourn her loss are many nieces and nephews;  special niece Carol and special friends, Gayle and Connie.  She
was predeceased by her father, Robert Ayling and mother, Emma, as well as two sisters and six brothers.  Edna was a fifty-three year member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the U.T.U. and a long time member of the Connaught Golf Club.  Edna's memory will be cherished without the proceedings of a formal funeral service.  Private interment has taken place.

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WILLIAM LARSON
1920 - 2006

Mr. William "Bill" Larson of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of Mrs. Emma Larson, passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2006 at the age of 85 years.
Bill was born on August 25, 1920 in Medicine Hat, a son to Louis and Julia Larson. At a young age, following the passing of his father, he was handed the responsibility of maintaining the family ranch and looking after his younger siblings. This life experience was valuable and made him the honest man he was. On December 2, 1944 he married Emma Weiss. They settled near Manyberries on their ranch.  Cattle was their way of life... and he knew it well. He and his brother Ed, won a distinguished award for the Alberta Aberdeen Angus Association Commercial Stockmen of the year for 1990. The family moved to Medicine Hat and a few years later, purchased feedlot at Irvine and a ranch near Walsh. Those were the best times of the Larson family's life. In the 1960's, he went on a Farm & Ranch World Tour. Destinations included Hong Kong, Japan, Fiji, Australia and Hawaii.
Bill will be missed by his wife, Emma; his daughter, Fay (Paul) Matlock of Champion, Alberta;  brothers, Fred (Alice) Larson and Ed Larson; sister-in-law, Esther Larson and her special friend Russell Baugh, as well as nieces, nephews and other relatives. He was predeceased by his parents, Louis, Julia (David Weiss); a son, Lorne William Larson; sisters, Vivian Larson and Viola  (Bill) Brower and a brother, Jim Larson.
The Funeral Service will be held at the First Assembly of God, 395 - 9th Street S.E., Medicine Hat on Monday, January 30, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Dave Hall officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Bill's name may be made directly to the charity of one's choice.

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VIOLET LAST
1913 - 2006

Violet Barbara Last (Mudie) was born in Medicine Hat on June 14, 1913, the oldest child of Amy Barbara (Parsons) and Edwin "Winn" Mudie, and passed away at Sunnyside Care Centre on Thursday January 12, 2006 at the age of 92 years.
Vi was predeceased by her husband, Harry "Jim" Last in 1989 and her brother, Walter in 1983. She is survived by her four children, Lawrence (Joan) (Ottawa), Edith (Melvin) Larson (Calgary), Harold (Betty) (Victoria) and Judy (George) Russill (Elkwater), ten grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Dora MacKeage of Edmonton, her sister-in-law, Gwenneth, and many nieces and nephews. Vi lived and worked on her ranch in the Cypress Hills that she loved from July
1936 until December 2004 when she moved into the Sunnyside Care Centre.
Those wishing to pay respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W. on Thursday, January 19, 2006, between noon and 2:00 P.M. The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Thursday at 2:00 P.M. with Dr. David Carter officiating. The Interment will
be held at St. Margaret's Church Cemetery, Eagle Butte, on Friday, January 20, 2006, at 10:00 A.M.

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LLOYD LUCAS
Apr. 19, 1945 - Nov. 10, 2005

Lloyd Lucas of Medicine Hat, passed away suddenly at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Thursday, November 10, 2005 at the age of 60 years.
He is survived by his loving wife, Carol, and his children, Charlene Bertsch (Kerry Frey), David & Andrea Lucas, Dale Lucas (Lianne Daradich), Terry & Brendin Dubyts, Gary Lucas (Sara McLaren) and Mark Lucas (Brandie Plunkett). He is also survived by two beautiful granddaughters, Kaitlyn Bertsch and Jenna Dubyts as well as his special buddy, Jim Greggains. Lloyd cherished his family with all his heart.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., on Monday, November 14, 2005 from 6:00 p.m. to 6:55 p.m. Prayers will follow at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, November 15, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Father John Maes officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Lloyd's name may be made directly to the Medicine Hat & District Food Bank, 532 South Railway Street, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 2V6.

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JULIA LYNCH
1909 - 2005
Mrs. Julia Irene Lynch (nee Jorgenson), beloved wife of the late Mr. William Lynch, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Sunday, June 19, 2005 at the age of 96 years.
Julia was born on May 12, 1909 in Vang, North Dakota. The following year, the family emigrated to a homestead in Shackleton, Saskatchewan. She received her public education at a country school called Badger Mound and completed High School in Cabri, Saskatchewan. Julia entered Nurses Training in Medicine Hat  on August 27, 1927 and spent the next three years developing her natural abilities. She always said that her training years were three of the happiest years of her life! Upon graduation she received the Gold Medal for Obstetrical Nursing. It was evident that she had found her calling. Mom had many wonderful stories about her early nursing days at the old hospital. After graduation she worked as night supervisor. On July 11, 1935 she married William Lynch in Medicine Hat. Once married, she did private duty nursing. After the birth of her two daughters she did general duty until her retirement in
1965. In her leisure time, she enjoyed crocheting, knitting, reading and gardening. She was a member of the Royal Purple of Canada and the Honorary President of the Nurses Alumnae. Julia was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She was admired and respected by those who knew her. Mom will be dearly missed by her daughters, Donna Balfour and Barbara Mills both of Medicine Hat; three grandchildren, Lisa Balfour (Rob Berreth) of Calgary,  Doug (Janette) Mills and their daughter Hailey Jorgie of Whitby, Ontario  and John (Starr) Mills and their son Robert William of Richmond Hills, Ontario;  a sister-in-law Annabelle Cook of Medicine Hat, a brother-in-law Mickey Lynch of Medicine Hat and many nieces and nephews. Julia was predeceased by her husband, William on March 30, 1997; a sister, Ruby Morrey and a brother Melvin Jorgenson.
The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Thursday, June 23, 2005 at 1:30 p.m. with Reverend Barrett Scheske officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Julia's name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Road S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 1Z8.

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DOROTHY LINDSAY
1934 - 2005
Mrs. Dorothy Jean Lindsay of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of Charles (Richard) Lindsay, passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Hospital on Saturday, April 2, 2005, at the age of 71 years.
Left to cherish her memory are her children and their families:  Noreen (Art) Beyko of Winnipeg;  Larry (Pam) Lindsay of Wellington, New Zealand;  Laura (Clive) James of Gowerton, Wales, UK and their children Eric and Mark;  Allyn (Duane) Ottenbreit of Medicine Hat and their children Jayson (Jennifer) and Kyle;  Garth (Susan) Embree of Anaheim, California and their children Roly and Natalie;  Dawn (Chris) Keim of Medicine Hat and their children Nathan, Sarah, Eric, Kyle and Taylor; Stuart (Leona) Lindsay of Medicine Hat and their children Tina and Toni. Dorothy is also survived by her brothers, Leonard Seames, Joe (Marg) Seames, Bruce Seames;  two sisters, Jess (John) Allen, Irene (Ernie) Laney; sisters-in-law, Marilyn Cook, Lucille (Gordon) Kentish, Eleanor (Rex) Youngman;  brother-in-law, Phillip (Heather) Lindsay as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, George and Clare Seames; one brother, Donald;  one sister, Georgina as well as her sister-in-law, Margaret (Barry) Bennett and brother-in-law, Bryan Cook.
Dorothy was born in Belleville, Ontario on February 26, 1934. She moved to Medicine Hat around 1964 - 65.  This is where she would meet and later marry Richard Lindsay on October 17, 1969. Dorothy worked at both the Betty Shop and Rabers as a seamstress. She then moved on to managing Caskie Furs and later worked at Irene Hill where she enjoyed working until her retirement. Dorothy had a love for many things including sewing, music, old movies and historically based novels of the old west.  Most of all, she loved spending time with her grandchildren and all of the family gatherings.
The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, April 6, 2005, at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Gene Packwood officiating. Private Interment will follow at a later date.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Medicine Hat Cancer Clinic, 666 - 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6, or to the charity of one's choice.

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IRENE LUTES
1918 - 2005
Mrs. Irene Jeanette Lutes, beloved wife of the late Mr. Gerald "Jud' Lutes, passed away at the Riverview Care Facility on Sunday, February 20, 2005 at the age of 86 years.
Irene was born on April 2, 1918 in Chicago, Illinois, a daughter to Jacob and Inga Odland. She moved with her family to southern Saskatchewan, settling on a farm near Aneroid. It was there that she
received her education and was raised.  In 1939 she moved to Medicine Hat where she met her future husband, Gerald "Jud' Lutes. They were married in 1941 and made Medicine Hat their home.  Irene stayed at home and raised their son, Ken. She enjoyed gardening and cooking for her family. She was
a member of the Eastern Star and was a longtime member of Fifth Avenue Memorial United Church. For years, Irene lived with Multiple Sclerosis and although she had that adversity in her life, she always maintained a positive and spiritual attitude that would shine from her  and touch all those around her.  Irene will be missed by her son, Ken Lutes of Vancouver. She was predeceased by her husband Gerald "Jud' and three brothers, Otto, John and Howard.
The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Thursday, February 24, 2005 at 11:00 A.M. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Irene's name may be made directly to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 631 Prospect Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4C2.

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MICHAEL JOSEPH LERNER
1926 - 2005
Mr. Mike Lerner of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Frances C. McQuiggin, passed away on Friday, February 11, 2005, at the age of 78 years.
He leaves to cherish his memory Frances' six children:  Joelane (Don) Wilson, Theresa (Pat) Meek, Charles (Brenda) McQuiggin, Virginia (Douglas) Doell, Brenda (Floyd) Edwards, Marcia (Colin) Morris.  Mike is also survived by one sister, Adeline Miron as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was predeceased by his parents, Emilia and Walter Lerner;  one sister, Helen Burgess, as well as three brothers, James, Lee and Herb Lerner. Mike was born at Prelate, Sask. the son of Emilia and Jerome Lerner. He was raised in Fox Valley, Sask., and worked in Warner, AB., McGrath, AB., and Medicine Hat for a combined thirty years in construction as a carpenter. He married Frances C. McQuiggin in March of 1968. Mike was a man of few words. He took much pride in his gardens, and his special tomatoes were coveted by all. Mike was also always up for a game of pool as was evident by all of his trophies. A Graveside Service will be held at Hillside Cemetery on Friday, April 29, 2005, at 2:30 P.M. with Reverend Loren Hosfield officiating. Those wishing to attend the graveside service
are invited to gather at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday at 2:20 P.M. for the procession to graveside.

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MARGARET JOAN LATIMER RN
1946 - 2005
It is with saddened hearts and great sorrow that we announce the passing of Joanie who passed away on Wednesday, January 19, 2005 at the young age of 58 years.
She leaves to cherish her memory, two brothers, Barry (Alice) Mullin of Winnipeg and Morley (Judi) Mullin, nephew Scott (Laurie) Mullin and her precious great-nieces, Brooke and Ella Mullin all of Medicine Hat. She was predeceased by her parents, Lorne and Victoria Mullin. Joanie had a great passion for nursing and graduated from the first nursing program at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary in 1968. She was currently working in the Operating Room at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. In accordance with
Joanie's wish, cremation has taken place without the proceedings of a formal funeral service. Joanie truly loved all animals and had taken in many lost, lonesome and abused soles into her home to love and care for over the years, so it is only suiting that in place of flowers, memorial tributes in Joanie's name may be made directly to the Medicine Hat SPCA, P.O. Box 121, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 7E8.

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IGNATZ "IKE" LANZ
1913 - 2004
Mr. Ike Lanz, beloved husband of Mrs. Edna Lanz, peacefully passed away at the Riverview Care Centre on Wednesday, December 23, 2004 at the age of 91 years.
Ike was born in Sedley, Saskatchewan on October 24, 1913. Becoming head of the household at a very young age, his years of hard work started on the family farm near Schuler, Alberta. In Medicine Hat, Ike worked for many years at the Five Roses Flour Mill, then gained employment with the City of
Medicine Hat, Gas Department, which he retired from in 1978. He loved to dance and enjoyed the occasional beer which enhanced his great sense of humor. He will be dearly missed by his family, friends and all who knew him. Ike was predeceased by his parents, Frank and Veronica; eldest
grandson, Craig Lanz and his first wife of 38 years, Maggie. Following her death, he remarried Edna Reiger in October  of 1981. Besides his wife Edna, he will be remembered by his children, Leo (Alberta) Lanz and their children, Carrie and Patty (Don) Jeffels - Angelica; Jim (Lanna Ý) Lanz and his children Marlo and Trent; Gary (Shirley Anne) Lanz; brothers and sisters, Tony Lanz of Medicine Hat, Rose Brosnikoff of Medicine Hat, Paulene Fode of Medicine Hat, Katie Berringer of Calgary and Joe Lanz of St. Albert. He is also survived by Eva Lanz of Medicine Hat, Sebastian (Ida) Giesinger of Medicine Hat, Violet Giesinger of Medicine Hat and Martha Giesinger.
Relatives and friends met for Prayers at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, December 29, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 238 - 2nd Ave. N.E., Medicine Hat on Thursday, December 30, 2004 at 11:00 A.M.  with Father John Maes celebrant. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Ike's name may be made directly to the Riverview Care Centre, 603 Prospect Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4C2.

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FRED LAUBENSTEIN
1916 - 2004
Mr. Friederich 'Fred' Laubenstein, beloved husband of Mrs. Katerina "Katie' Laubenstein, passed away at the Sunnyside Nursing Home on Tuesday, December 14, 2004 at the age of 88 years.
Fred was born on July 27, 1916 in Romania.  Fred was known for his ability to  "work' at his hobby - watch and clock repair and continued to do so well into his retirement. He loved to treasure hunt at garage sales and then turn around and have his own garage sale and offer a money-back guarantee on the watches and clocks he would fix up and sell. 'Opa'  was a tease and enjoyed his grandchildren when they visited. Fred loved socializing, music, reading German newspapers and was
always very generous with his time and resources. He will be sadly missed by his beloved wife of 64 years, Katie; sons, Rudolf (Rose) Laubenstein of Redcliff and Gunther (Diane) Laubenstein of Burdett; a daughter-in-law, Lorene (Adolf Ý)  Laubenstein; 10 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
Fred is also survived by a brother, Rudolf (Lena) of Lethbridge and many nieces, nephews and a large extended family in Germany. Fred was predeceased by a son, Adolf in April of 2000.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Burdett Christian Community Church, Burdett, Alberta on Saturday, December 18, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Graham Otterbein officiating. Interment will follow in the Burdett Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Fred's name may be made directly to the Gideons International in Canada P.O. Box 3619 Stn Main, Guelph, Ontario N1H 9Z9.

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TINA LUTZ
2004
Tina Lutz of Medicine Hat passed away on Monday, June 21, 2004, at the age of 92 years. She leaves to cherish her memory two children, Larry (Marilyn) Lutz of Victoria, B.C., and Mona (Roy) Enslen of Medicine Hat. She is survived by two grandchildren, Steve (Nichol) Enslen and Todd Enslen, as
well as three great-grandchildren, Devin, Melissa and Alisha.
Cremation services have taken place.

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MARIE LeTOUZEL
1915 - 2004
"Safe In The Arms Of Jesus"
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Marie LeTouzel who passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Friday, April 16, 2004 at the age of 88 years. Marie was born on November 2, 1915 in Quebec. She was a kind, gentle caring lady who loved to paint scenes of landscapes (Marie painted the background of her picture above).  Marie will leave a void in the lives of her family. She was  the loving mother of Bill, Donna and Dayle (Dave) and grandmother to Carlo (Steph), Anthony, Nicholas, Brian (Verna), Steve (Nicole) and Tracey (Matt); great-grandmother to Andrew, Kyle, Trevor, Kaitlyn, T.J. and Brandon; sister to Margot Roi and aunt of many nieces and nephews. Marie was predeceased by her husband, Denton,; her parents and brothers and sisters.  Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street SW Medicine hat on Monday, April 19, 2004 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. and again one hour prior to the Funeral Service which will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, April 20, 2004 at 3:00 p.m. with Reverend George Fry officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Marie's name may be made directly to the Palliative Care Society, 666 - 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4H6.

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