Mrs. Violet (Vi) Thomas, beloved wife of the late Mr. George Thomas, passed away at the Bow Island Health Centre on Tuesday, February 12, 2008 at the age of 82 years.
Violet was born on November 29, 1925 on a farm near Bow Island, a daughter to Walter and Yvonne Egan. She grew up on the farm, learning the value of a hard days work. On October 16, 1944, she married Bill Haskill and raised a family of three children. Bill passed away in 1962, leaving her to carry on the family farm with her children. Violet kept herself busy and became involved with compiling information for the Silver Sage History Book. During this time, she got to know George (Jack) Thomas and later married. Violet enjoyed the company of her family and was the host of many gatherings. In her younger years, the family would enjoy
the music she made playing the piano. She loved music and liked to dance. Her family was very important to her and in return, she was cherished by them. In 1973, Violet was baptized as a Jehovah's Witness. This proved to be a positive change in which she deeply believed in. Her commitment was unmatched as she was a strong advocate for Southern Alberta.
For the past eight years, Violet had resided at the Bow Island Auxiliary until the time of her passing. She will be sadly missed by her children including a son, Murice (Ursula) Haskill and their family, Brett (Michele) - Matthew and Dylan, Scott (Bob), Robin (Brenda) - Michael, and Daniel; a son, Curtis Haskill and his children, Karissa Haskill - Logan, Nicholas (Holly) and Tyler (Victoria); a daughter, Julie (Brian) Fode and their children, Chris (Tanya) Keeler - Heather and Zenon, Joel (Lisa) Keeler - Raine; a brother-in-law, Ron Geldreich and his family as well as special family member, Justine (Wayne) Ulmer and their family. Violet was predeceased by
her parents, Walter and Yvonne Egan; first husband, Bill Haskill; second husband, George (Jack) Thomas; a grandson in infancy, Mark and a sister, Doreen Geldreich.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, February 15, 2008 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 62 Valleyview Drive S.W., Medicine Hat on Saturday, February 16, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Violet's name may be made directly to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta, 833A Kingsway Ave. S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 2X5 or to the Watch Tower Bible & Tract Society of Canada, Box 4100, Halton Hills (Georgetown), Ontario L7G 4Y4.

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Mrs. Helen Fay Tevel, beloved wife of the late Mr. William 'Bill' Tevel, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Saturday, December 8, 2007 at the age of 82 years.
She leaves to cherish her memory, two sons, Gary (Rose) Tevel and John Tevel all of Medicine Hat; a brother, Merwyn Clark and family of Climax, Sask; a very special person in her life, Cheryl and her two sons, Ryan and Jeff; Bill and Jean Ferguson and their family.
Helen was predeceased by her husband William 'Bill' Tevel; an infant son; her parents, Benjamin and Mabel Clark; five sisters, Theola Currie, Bessie Asel, Mary Stanley, Pheobe Leise and Alice Dale; four brothers, Leo, Herman, James and Merlin Clark. Helen was born on the homestead near Horsham,
Saskatchewan on April 12, 1925. Alongside her husband in the Bowmanton district, Helen took part in life on a farm and all of the work involved.
She loved her pets and had many over the years. Helen grew a big garden on the farm and liked canning vegetables and fruit to last year round. Fresh fruit was enjoyed at all times. In June of 1994 she moved into the Legion Manor where she, along with her friends cooked many good meals, including
her BBQ hamburgers, for all the residents to enjoy. Helen also bought flowers and plants and planted them on her own for all to appreciate. In 2006, she moved into the Meadowlands where she met many new friends and resided until the time of her passing. May she rest in peace.
Helen's life will be celebrated at the Meadowlands, 223 Park Meadows Drive, S.E. Medicine Hat on Wednesday, December 12, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. with Funeral Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery at a later date.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Helen's name may be made directly to the Diabetes Education Centre, 666 - 5th Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4H6.

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Mrs. Nettie Toth, beloved wife of the late Steve Toth of Bow Island, Alberta, formerly of Wakaw, Sk., passed away at the Bow Island Health Centre on Tuesday, December 4, 2007, at the age of 96 years.
Nettie leaves to cherish her memory one son, Ernie (Stella) Toth of Medicine Hat; granddaughter, Lisa (Tim) Houle and their children, Andrew and Madison of Coldstream, B.C.; grandson, Alan (Diane) Toth and their children, Jordan and Dawson of Calgary; grandson, Aaron (Marla) Toth and their children,
Nicole and Morgan of Okotoks, AB.; brother, Sam (Sophie) Feschuk of Wakaw, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Nettie was predeceased by her husband Steve on August 12, 2005; parents, John and Paranka Feschuk in 1968; sisters, Tillie Ostapchuk in 1956 and Stella Wawryk in 2003; brother, Bill Feschuk in 1972. Nettie was born on April 11, 1911 in Peraspa, Ukraine, and immigrated to Canada with her parents and siblings, Tillie, Bill and Stella in 1923. They settled on a farm approximately 7 miles NW of Wakaw in the Sokol District. Nettie attended school in the Ukraine and then in Canada at Minatinas, West of Wakaw. On October 12, 1936, Nettie and Steve were married at Wakaw, SK. They retired from farming in 1969, but continued as janitors at the Wakaw Elementary School until they fully retired in 1973. Mom and Dad moved to Medicine Hat in September of 2004, living at St. Joseph's Home for the Aged. In spring of 2005, they became residents of the extended care at the Bow Island Health Centre.
While living in Wakaw, Mom enjoyed gardening in her vegetable garden and her flower garden; but especially in her flower garden which was always her pride and joy. She loved to travel, having been to the Southern USA and to B.C. Mom was a devout Catholic, having been a member of the Ukraine
Catholic Church and choir, as well as a lifetime member of the C.W.L at St. Theresa's Parish in Wakaw. She loved company, cooking and entertaining. In her early years, she often hosted many get-togethers with family and friends.
"We will miss you dearly mom"
Nettie's family would like to thank the staff at St. Joseph's Home in Medicine Hat as well as those at the Bow Island Health Centre for the wonderful care provided for Mom and Dad.
The celebration of Nettie's life was held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, on Saturday, December 8, 2007, with Father Fred Monk officiating. Interment will follow in Wakaw, SK., at a later date.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Bow Island Health Centre, Bag 3990, Bow
Island, Alberta, T0K 0G0.

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MARTHA MAGDALENA TREIBER
1918 - 2006

It is with sad hearts we announce the passing of Martha Treiber on December 21, 2006, while residing at the Teeoda Lodge in Medicine Hat, AB.
Martha was born on March 8, 1918 in Hatton, SK., to William and Sarah Goehring.  In 1936, Martha married Reinhold Treiber and together they lived in Schuler, Medicine Hat, Scandia and Wrentham.  Martha was predeceased by Reinhold (1972), brothers Harold, Johnny and Eddy.  She is survived by daughters, Jeanette (Roy) Loney, Sharon (Myron) Hirsche, son, Gary (Marj) Treiber; sister, Bertha Meier, as well as six grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.
The Funeral Service will be held at the St. Peter Lutheran Church, 758 - 8 Street S.E., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, December 27, 2006, at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Julianna Wehrfritz-Hanson officiating.
Interment to follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 833A Kingsway Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2X5.

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STEVE TOTH
1907 - 2005
Mr. Steve Toth, beloved husband of Mrs. Nettie Toth, passed away at the Bow Island Health Centre on Friday, August 12, 2005 at the age of 98 years.
Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 1st Street East, Bow Island on Monday, August 15, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Michael's Catholic Church on Tuesday, August 16, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. with Reverend Father Joe Kalathilparambil celebrant.

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ERIC TENDLER
2005
Funeral Services were held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel  on Thursday, June 16, 2005, and in Assiniboia, Saskatchewan, on Saturday, June 18, 2005.
Both services were officiated by Pastor Brenda Joujan.
His Life Lived... His Life Cherished... His Life Honoured.

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MARY ANN THOME
1931 - 2005
Mrs. Mary Ann Thome, beloved wife of Mr. John Thome, passed away in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, May 11, 2005, at the age of 73 years.
Mary Ann was born on the family homestead near Lancer, Saskatchewan on May 19, 1931. She received her schooling in Lancelot and Arart.  In the late '40's and early '50's, Mary Ann worked as a cook and house cleaner which led her to working for two priests doing those same duties. She also worked for another family where she met her future husband, John. They were married in Lancer
on June 30, 1954. They farmed south of Prelate until 1957, when they moved to Seven Persons where they continued farming. They moved to Medicine Hat in 1977. Mary Ann was involved with the C.W.L for 25 years and the Red Rock Ladies Aide from 1960 to 1977. She loved bowling, making quilts for her
grandchildren, playing cards, camping, playing the piano and singing... anything that involved spending time with her family. For the past four years, Mary Ann had resided at the Central Park Lodge where she received great care and for that we, the family, are appreciative. Besides her husband John, she will be dearly missed by her children, David Thome of Medicine Hat, Genevieve (Robert) Stenhouse of Seven Persons, Dianna (Darrell) Hadler of Medicine Hat and Sandra (Cory) Vick of Medicine Hat; her
grandchildren including Genny's family -  Tamara (Michael), Christie, Tyler (Shelley);  Dianna's family - Chad (Brittany) and Michelle (Chad);  Dave's son - Ryan;  and Sandy's family - Chelsey, Angela and Keon;  as well as three great-grandchildren. She is also survived by 4 brothers and a sister, Alex (Betty) Hopfauf, Frank (Agnes) Hopfauf, Ben (Bertha) Hopfauf, Tony (Marlene) Hopfauf and Betty (Al) Blevins as well as numerous nieces and nephews.  Mary Ann was predeceased by a son Eugene in infancy; a brother, Peter (Irene) Hopfauf and her parents, John and Katherine Hopfauf.
Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Tuesday, May 17, 2005, at 7:00 P.M. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, May 18, 2005, at 10:30 A.M. with Father Mario Basque celebrant. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Mary Ann's name may be made directly to the River View Care Centre (Central Park Lodge),  603 Prospect Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4C2.

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EDWARD "ED" TOPPLE
1922 - 2005
Mr. Edward "Ed' Albert Topple, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Irene Topple, passed away peacefully with family by his side at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Monday, April 18, 2005 at the age of 82 years.
Ed was born on June 27, 1922 at Fareham, County of South Portsmouth, England. While in England, he was a G.P.O. As a young man he served in WWII in the Burma Campaign. Following his discharge, he later immigrated to Canada in 1959. He gained employment in the telecommunications field and was employed with Bell Canada for over 30 years. He was a member of the  Telephone Pioneers as as well as a Boy Scout Leader. Ed was also a member of the Masonic Lodge of 2 Mountains, Quebec and Lakehead Lodge 709 in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Dad's favorite pastimes were fishing, darts and spending time with his granddaughters. He got a twinkle in his eyes when his youngest granddaughter would call him "la la'.  He was always a gentleman and spoke highly of his son and daughter. For over 20 years, Ed would spend the cold Canadian  winters in Punta Gorda, Florida with Irene. Summer was spent at the cabin at Ignace  where he would often sit on the dock to admire his "little piece of Canada". He enjoyed retirement to the fullest. Although grandad can't be with us, we will continue on with his favorite "fish & chip Fridays". Ed dearly missed his beloved wife, Irene, of 54 years and we are at peace knowing that Ed is once again reunited with the love of his life dancing to the tune "Somewhere My Love". As he always said, "Life's great if you don't weaken".  Ed will be missed by his children, Ian (Roberta) Topple of Thunder Bay, Ontario and their children, Amy and Aleesha; Dawn
(Robert) Barr of Medicine Hat and their children, Chelsea and Erica. Ed was predeceased by his loving wife Irene, and a brother, Reginald.
The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, April 22, 2005 at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend Gene Packwood officiating.  Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Ed's name may be made directly to the Salvation Army, 164 Stratton Way S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1B 3R3.

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CLARENCE TEYNOR
1921 - 2005
Mr. Clarence A. Teynor passed away at the Brooks Health Centre on Saturday, January 15, 2005, at the age of 83 years.
His memory will be cherished by his children:  Wayne (Jeanette) Clark, Linda (Rod Kilthau), Gayle (Ronnie) Teramura, Carol Pohlemann, Jon Teynor, Marj (Marvin) Sheen, Joan (Gary) Riesler and Peggy  (Dave) Carpenter. Clarence is also survived by 22 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.  He was predeceased by his mother and father as well as one daughter, Mina.
The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, January 19, 2005, at 11:00 A.M.  Father John Maes will officiate with interment to follow at a later date.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Alzheimer Society of the Palliser Region, 631
Prospect Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4C2.

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HELEN TOWNSEND
1920 - 2004
Mrs. Helen Townsend of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Mr. Arthur "Art' Townsend, passed away at the Medicine Hat Hospital on Monday, December 6, 2004, at the age of 84 years. She leaves to cherish her memory one daughter, Penny (Wayne) Sinclair of Brooks, AB.;  one son, Brent (Tony) of
Medicine Hat;  one daughter-in-law, Shelly Townsend of Lethbridge, AB.;  six grandchildren, Aaron and Trista Townsend, Erika (Richard) Borthwick, Darren (Lindsay) Sinclair, Kevan and Colin Sinclair;  two great-grandchildren, Arianna Sinclair and Emily Borthwick.  Helen is also survived by two sisters, Marion Eichorn of Whiterock, B.C., Anne (Ralph) Uglem of Medicine Hat;  one brother, William (Shirley) Proskie of Calgary as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Arthur "Art' Townsend in 1986;  one son, Terry in 1991;  one sister, Pauline as well as one brother, John.  Helen was born and raised in Medicine Hat. She completed her High School education and continued on at Garbetts Business College. She was employed in the Financial Industry through the Credit Union, Eatons, IAC and Hong Kong Bank as a Loans Officer and trained many future managers and CEO's. Helen was always active in sports. She participated in track and field as well as amateur softball in Junior High School winning the City Championships. She was a member of the Ukrainian
Dance Troupe and enjoyed bowling and bridge. Helen was an avid bingo player and enjoyed knitting (dish cloths) and traveling, especially to Las Vegas. Some of her most memorable occasions would include the birth of her grandchildren, her 80th birthday and her travels to Las Vegas, Europe and
Hong Kong. She will be forever loved and remembered as a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so one hour prior to the Funeral Service which will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, December 10, 2004, at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend John Theiss officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Road S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1Z8,  or to the Medicine Hat and District Health Foundation, 666 - 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6.

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LUCOLA TOMSON
20004
Mrs. Lucy Tomson of Bow Island, beloved wife of the late Mr. Melvin Tomson, passed away at the Bow Island Health Centre on Thursday, May 6, 2004, at the age of 88 years.
Lucy's memory will be cherished by her seven children, Harry (Kathy) Tomson of Moses Lake, Washington, Stella (John) Wikkerink of Bow Island, Alberta, Jim (Virgie) Tomson of Akron, Colorado, Jack (Nicki) Tomson of Enterprise, Alabama, Ruth (Ron) Sebastien of Apeleka, Alabama, Rita (Ron) Tomson of Camrose, Alberta and Mary Zarback of Moses Lake, Washington.  She is also survived by nineteen grandchildren;  twenty-five great-grandchildren;  two sisters-in-law, Fannie and Berdyne Hartshorn, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, one son-in-law,  one grandson, seven brothers and one sister. Lucy married Melvin Tomson on August 16, 1939, in Kansas City, Kansas. Together they raised seven children. They lived in various places throughout their married life, spending seventeen years in Quincy, Washington. Lucy enjoyed the past seventeen years in Bow Island, Alberta.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at the Evangelical Free Church, 214 - 4 Avenue West, Bow Island, on Monday, May 10, 2004, between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. as well as one hour prior to the Funeral Service which will be held at the Evangelical Free Church on Tuesday, May 11, 2004, at 2:00 P.M.  Pastor Michael DeRidder and Pastor Harry Ruggles will officiate with interment to follow at the Bow Island Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to The Gideons, c/o Garnet and Christina Lanz, P.O. Box 591, Etzikom, Alberta, T0K 0W0.

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GERALDINE TEEL
1914 - 2004
Mrs. Geraldine Teel, beloved wife of the late Mr. Howard Teel, passed away at the Riverview Care Centre in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, March 17, 2004 at the age of 89 years.
She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Sharon (Bob) Beitz of Medicine Hat; her son Gordon (Grace) Teel of Victoria, B.C.; her sister, Genevieve Scarlett of Medicine Hat; three grandchildren, Jeff
(Karen) Beitz and Rob Beitz of Medicine Hat and Shelley (Andreas) de Hoog of Victoria, B.C.; nephews Brian Scarlett of Medicine Hat and Russel (Paulette) Scarlett of Lethbridge; and three great-grandchildren, Kalyn and Amber Beitz, and Danielle de Hoog. Geraldine was predeceased by her husband, Howard and her parents, Elizabeth and Russel Bestard. Geraldine was born in Carman, Manitoba on April 17, 1914. She moved to Medicine Hat with her parents at a very young age and was raised and educated in Medicine Hat, where she lived all the rest of her life. Geraldine's main interests in life were her family, her home, her friends and neighbors. She loved gardening in her yard by the river with her daughter Sharon and husband Howard. She was a loving and dedicated wife, mother and grandmother. The most beautiful gift she gave was that of herself to her family.
The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, March 24, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Geraldine's name may be made directly to the Electric Bed Appeal c/o the Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation, 666 - 5th Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta  T1A 4H6.

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GERALDINE TERRY
1936 - 2004
Geraldine Bernice Terry, beloved wife of 48 years to Harland Terry, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 29, 2004 at the age of 68 years.
Her memory will also be cherished by her children, Darlene Terry, Cindy (Glen) Kehler, Wendy Terry and Rocky (Debbie) Terry;  five grandchildren, John Terry, Austin and Lacey Franklin as well as Joshua and Jennifer Terry. She is also survived by one brother, George (Fran) McArther;  two sisters-in-law, Pat Hanna and Jean Cholack;  one brother-in-law, Forrest Terry and best friend, Leona (Ed) Oshiro.  Geraldine, affectionately known as Bub, was born on January 4, 1936 in Hanna, Alberta. She married Harland in Calgary on April 9, 1955, and they moved to Lethbridge in 1960. While in Lethbridge, they owned and operated Terry's Livestock Transport until their retirement in 1989. Bub  enjoyed reading, needle crafts and traveling. Her passion was her family, especially her grandchildren.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so one hour prior to the Funeral Service which will be
held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Thursday, March 4, 2004, at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend Leroy Angle officiating, followed by cremation.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Medicine Hat Palliative Care Society, c/o The Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, 666 - 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6 or to the
Canadian Cancer Society, 102 - 1865 Dunmore Road S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 9Z9.

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TREVOR TUBMAN
1981 - 2004
Trevor Tubman, beloved son of Rod and Sheila Tubman of Seven Persons, passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2004 at the age of 22 years.
Trevor was born in Medicine Hat on March 16, 1981. He grew up near Seven Persons where he attended school, then onto high school. It was evident from an early age that Trevor had a natural ability to operate equipment and worked along side his father in the family business in northern B.C. and throughout the entire Province of Alberta for several years. This and his mechanical ability provided the opportunity for many doors to open for Trevor and when he was not working with his Dad, he gained employment with various companies in the Oil Industry. His family was proud of these God-given qualities and Trevor's skill in this field. He will always be remembered by his contagious smile, strong sense of humor, and the twinkle in his eye. He loved to laugh and loved his Country Music.  He enjoyed the company of his many friends  and will be missed by all of those  whose lives he touched.
Trevor's memory will be kept close to the hearts of his parents, Rod and Sheila Tubman and his brother Travis Tubman. He was survived by his paternal grandfather, W. C. Tubman (Vi) and is maternal grandmother Jean Schattle, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was
predeceased by his grandmother Grace Tubman and his grandfather, Fred Schattle.
The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Monday, February 23, 2004 at 10:00 a.m.

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