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ANTHONY 'TONY' UNSER
1944 - 2006

Mr. Anthony 'Tony' Unser formerly of Bow Island, beloved husband of Heike Unser, passed away in Medicine Hat on Monday, April 24, 2006 at the age of 61 years.
Tony will be cherished in the hearts of his family including his loving wife, Heike after 41 years of marriage; his sons, Michael (Veronica), Mark, Stephen (Margaret) and Cameron (Shannon); eight
grandchildren, Joanna, Matthew, Sarah, Adonis Jeffrey (AJ), Gabrielle, Lauren, Jorja and Samuel. Tony would want to acknowledge that AJ blessed him on life's journey with the support and love of an honourary son. He will also be missed by his siblings, Shirley (Ernie) Hollingsworth, Marj (Cliff) Landsiedel, Jerome (Heather) Unser and Leona Unser. Tony owned and operated the Bow Island House of Flowers for 37 years. Despite his many physical challenges, Tony carried himself with dignity and extended love and
affection to his wife, family and community. Since his retirement and relocation to Medicine Hat, Tony spent his time with his children and grandchildren, his renewed love of painting and his T.V. remote control.
In preparation for Tony's ascension into God's presence, Prayers will be held at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 1 Street East, Bow Island on Thursday, April 27, 2006 at 7:30 P.M. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Bow Island on Friday, April 28, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Father Joe Kalathilparambil celebrant. Private Interment will follow in the Bow Island Cemetery at a later date.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Tony's honour may be made directly to the Bow Island Health Centre, P.O. Bag 3990 (938 Center Street) Bow Island, Alberta T0K 0G0.

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JOHN ULRICH
1945 - 2005
Mr. John Jack Ulrich of Medicine Hat, passed away at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary on Tuesday, April 19, 2005 at the age of 59 years.
John was born on September 21, 1945 in Medicine Hat, a son to Rudolph and Emma Ulrich. He gained employment in the Oil & Gas Industry.. and loved his work. John was employed in Oil & Gas for many years and served in many capacities. In his earlier years, he enjoyed breaking horses, coaching baseball and played an accordion in his band. Throughout his life, John liked to go camping, hunting and fishing and would take his kids around the province for bowling tournaments. He also developed a keen interest in golf as well as anything that he could involve his family in. John was a family man and the time he would spend with his kids and grandkids, was time well spent. He also had a special friend too, his dog, Bruiser. Following his fathers passing, John went to reside with his mother, Emma, and together they liked to tend their garden. John will be dearly missed by his mother, Emma of Medicine
Hat; his children and grandchildren, Corinna (Dennis) Brown and their children, Nolan and Sydney of Fort McMurray; Clayton (Amber) and their children Taylor and Colton of Whitecourt; and Cameron (Darcie) and their children Tyler, Blayke and Alyson of Spruce Grove. John was predeceased by his father, Rudolph.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Thursday, April 21, 2005 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Friday, April 22, 2005 at 3:00 P.M. with Reverend Frank Krulicki officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in John's name may be made directly to the I.C.U. of the Foothills Hospital, 1403 - 29th Street N.W., Calgary, Alberta T2N 2T9.

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MARGARET ELLEN UNWIN
1918 - 2004
Mrs. Margaret Ellen Unwin, beloved wife of the late Mr. Francis Unwin, passed away on Thursday, July 8, 2004, at the age of 86 years.
Margaret leaves to cherish her memory two daughters, Barbara Bergeron and Frances Gower both of Medicine Hat, as well as one son, Wesley (Laura May) Unwin of Lincoln, New Brunswick. She will be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren, Lisa (Gary) Bray and sons Tristan and Griffin of Medicine
Hat; Richard (Nataschja) Bergeron and daughter, Jennifer of Brooks, AB.; Dennis Bergeron of Medicine Hat, as well as Kathleen (Mark) Udal and sons Logan and Spencer of Medicine Hat. Margaret is survived by three sisters, Frances Clennell of Medicine Hat, Helen Foley of Maple Ridge, B.C., Jacqueline Ford of Calgary, AB.; one sister-in-law, Marion May of Medicine Hat; numerous nieces and nephews in B.C., AB. and Ont.; Laura May's children and grandchildren in New Brunswick, as well as Michelle Hintz and Bill Gower. She was predeceased by her husband Frank; one brother, Jack May, as well as two sons-in-law, Daryl Starner and Ron Bergeron.
Margaret was born in Medicine Hat on May 15, 1918, the third child of Jack and Frances May. She lived most of her life in Medicine Hat with the exception of a short stay in Bassano. She met her life partner, Frank Unwin, and wisely heeded her father's advise to "wait until after the war" to marry. Frank returned safely four years later and they married on December 31, 1945. Margaret worked at Dominion Glass during WWII, and then worked at home raising her family for the next 15 years. She started work at A&W when Wes was three years old and worked as a "carhop" for many years. She retired for a short time then worked in the Legion dining room for close to 5 years. She loved bowling, playing darts and walking long distances.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Monday, July 12, 2004, between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M., as well as one hour prior to the funeral service. The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, July 13, 2004, at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend Loren Hosfield officiating and interment to follow at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Alberta Children's Hospital, 300, 1021 - 10 Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2R 0B7.

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