PHYLLIS SEMENOK
1926 - 2009
Mrs. Phyllis Margaret Semenok, beloved wife of the late Stanley Semenok of Maple Creek, SK., passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Friday, August 14, 2009 at the age of 83 years. Vigil Prayer service was held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta on Thursday, August 20, 2009 at 7:00 P.M. The Funeral Mass will be held at St. Lawrence Roman Catholic Parish on August 21, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. in Maple Creek, Saskatchewan. Phyllis was predeceased by her husband Stanley; two sons, Merle and David; and great grandchildren, Tristan and Payton. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Marelyn, Marvin, Danny and their families.

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HELEN A. SOLLEY
1921 - 2009
Mrs. Helen Alberta Solley, beloved wife of the late Mr. Stephen (Steve) Solley, passed away at the Valleyview Care facility on Tuesday, July 21, 2009, at the age of 87 years. She leaves to cherish her memory, a sister, Evelyn Johnson; sister-in-law, Lynn Solley; nieces, Lynne (Ernie) Rance, Penny (Lloyd) Haynes, Jacquie (Daryl) Greenstein all of Medicine Hat, Peggy (Barry) Agnew of Calgary; nephews, Fred (Carol) Melbourn and John (Nancy) Melbourn of Calgary; God-daughter, Dorothy (Terry) Link of Medicine Hat and numerous great-nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Gustav and Matilda Johnson; sisters, Lydia, Agnes, Hilding and a brother, John. Helen was born November 14, 1921, in Schuler where she attended school. Following her schooling years, she moved to Medicine Hat in 1942. She was employed at the Medicine Hat Steam Laundry for 17 years as well as the Medicine Hat Court House for 16 years until she retired. She loved 'happy hour', reading, doing crossword puzzles, going to the Tiger games, playing cards, knitting men's socks and fishing. One of her most memorable moments was when she went on holidays out to the west coast to visit 'The Thompson's', she reeled in a 32 lb salmon. The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., on Saturday, July 25, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Barrett Scheske officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Helen's name may be made directly to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 8E8.

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WALTER STROM
1916 - 2009
Walter Hugo Strom, beloved husband of Gladys Strom of Bow Island, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2009 at 93 years of age. He is survived by his wife Gladys, his children Sylvia, Elaine Acosta, Phil (Janet), Ray (Lois), Al (Lynn), Joan (Jim) Babe, Lori (Rick) Dykstra, daughter-in-law Laura (Harry) Kroeker, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sisters Agnes (Sig) Odland, and Alice, brothers Vern (Dorothy) and Wilf, and sister-in-law Ruth Strom. He was predeceased by his parents, Nils and Elna Strom, his sisters, Agda Hallgren, Edla Carlson, and Dagny; brothers, Wallace, Clarence, and Harry; sisters-in-law Dorothy (Standerwick), Rose, Mildred, and Dorothy (Pearce); brothers-in-law Ben Hallgren, and Herb Carlson; granddaughter Ellen Strom and niece Valerie Strom. Walter was born January 8, 1916 on the family farm south of Burdett. He lived and farmed in that area until 1967 when he sold his farm and moved to Bow Island where he bought farm land which he rented out. He was active in church, community and political affairs including the local and district boards of the Evangelical Free Church, the Southern Alberta Bible Camp board, local and provincial Sugar Beet Growers boards, Councillor and Mayor of Bow Island, and Alberta Social Credit as a board member. He was involved for many years with the Gideons, presenting Bibles to Grade 5 students in the County of Forty-Mile No. 8. Walt loved taking on personal challenges. He took up motorcycling long before it was fashionable. Neither rain nor snowdrifts nor blizzards would keep him from appointed meetings. He pursued challenges such as driving on steep coulee banks, trying out his footing on cliff edges, or climbing trees at 80+ years. He chaired meetings willingly, no matter how difficult the topic at hand. Walt loved to travel and was not daunted by undertaking a month-long trip as far as Nova Scotia in 1967 with his wife and seven children, driving across Canada with a six-person trailer and a truck topper as accommodations for the family. In later years he and Gladys enjoyed winter stays in Sky Valley Park, CA. No one living in Bow Island during the 70's and 80's will forget the "putt-putt" of Walt's tractor as he levelled the quarter section northwest of town, especially when he started working early on Saturday mornings. In later years his hobby, with the help of his brother Clarence, became the restoration of the 1917 Titan tractor originally owned by his father. For a time it was entered in local parades, driven by himself or his son Al. Walter was a faithful husband and father. He held marriage in high esteem. His love for Gladys was obvious, especially as they grew older together. Visits from grandchildren and great-grandchildren were always welcomed. He was interested in what they were doing and often found ways to tease them. He enjoyed jokes and loved to laugh. Walter will be remembered as a man of great personal integrity. He leaves a legacy of consistent and strong faith in God, an inquiring and quick mind, and a commitment to hard work. He was generous with his resources. He lived his citizenship responsibilities to the fullest and he accomplished much. He will be missed. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at the Evangelical Free Church, 214 - 4th Avenue West, Bow Island on Tuesday, July 21, 2009, between 9:30 A.M. and 11:00 A.M. Private family Interment will follow. A Celebration of Walter's life will be held at the Evangelical Free Church on Tuesday, July 21, 2009, at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Mike De Ridder officiating. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Walter's name may be made to The Gideons, PO Box 3619 Stn Main, Guelph, ON N1H 9Z9, or to Southern Alberta Bible Camp, Box 99, Lomond, AB T0L 1G0.

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YVONNE RENEE SCHILE
July 11, 1943 - December 27, 2008
With sadness the family of the late Yvonne Renee Schile, beloved wife of George Schile, announce her passing on Saturday, December 27, 2008 at the age of 65 years. Mom was born in Medicine Hat on July 11, 1943, an only child to proud parents, Clinton and Alice Ovard. She resided on the family farm at Whitla and received her primary schooling in Bow Island before attending Garbutt Business College in Medicine Hat. On the extremely rainy day of June 22, 1963, Mom married George Sylvester Schile at St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church. They made their home at Maleb where she was a farm housewife who balanced the daily duties of the farm and raising a family. Keeping pace with maintaining her home and caring for her family, she made time to enjoy ceramics, do needlework and play the keyboard. Mom also mastered the kitchen with her signature borscht soup and the smell of her cinnamon buns baking, always brought the kids running. Mom seemed to pick the hottest part of the day to go out to mow the grass and tend to her garden. She spent her winters down south where she relentlessly shopped on the QVC Shopping Channel. The UPS truck new the route well, making deliveries twice a week. Mom loved her Jewelry!!! She was a unique lady and a wonderful friend to many. Mom will be deeply missed by her husband, George; mother, Alice Ovard; a son, Darrin Charles (Tracey) Schile of Medicine Hat and family, Tiffany, Meagan and Danielle and great-granddaughter, Sienna Bellotto; a daughter, Tracy Lynn (Jan) Johnson of Coutts and family, Gina and Jayda ; a sister-in-law, Joanne Rich of Oliver, B.C.; brother-in-law, John Schile of St. Albert as well as numerous aunts, uncles, a niece, nephews and cousins. Yvonne's favorite companions were her two dogs, Sammy and Tico. Yvonne was predeceased by her father, Clinton Ovard; father and mother-in-law, Joseph and Johanna Schile. Relatives and friends are invited to meet for Prayers at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Sunday, January 4, 2009 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 Monday, January 5, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. with Reverend Father Gilles LeBlanc, celebrant. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Yvonne's name may be made directly to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, 6007 - 1A Street S.W., Calgary, Alberta T2H 0G5 or to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 102, 73 - 7th Street S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 1J2.

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WILLIAM SOLLEY
1916 - 2009
William (Bill) George Solley passed away peacefully on January 17 in Medicine Hat Hospital at the age of 92. Bill was born in Medicine Hat on February 18, 1916. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife of 40 years, Lynn, and his daughters Lynne (Ernie) Rance, Penny (Lloyd) Haynes and Jacquie (Daryl) Greenstein, as well as his step-daughters Vicki (Bob) McCaig and Leslie Mayer. Bill also leaves 12 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and a sister-in-law, Helen Solley. Bill lived on the same street in Medicine Hat for ninety years before they moved to Valleyview 2 years ago. He came from a CPR family. His father, grandfather and brother, Steve, were all engineers. Bill worked for the CPR for 37 years, retiring as an engineer 32 years ago in November of 1976. He was a lifetime member of the Masonic Lodge. Looking after his beautiful yard for everyone to enjoy was important to Bill. His family still cherishes the many unique and finely done ceramics he painted for his yard and home. Bill always had a pet dog to love, but when the girls were young, he also had pet rabbits, budgie birds, hamsters and even a monkey. Bill loved to have fun and every year he looked forward to Stampede time, when after the parade he had his annual backyard party with family and friends. Everyone always had a great time. He especially loved the little ones, who always brought a smile to his face, as he held them. All those who knew and loved him will greatly miss him. Bill was predeceased by his parents, Janet and Fred Solley, his first wife, Annie (1966), his brothers, Jack (1984) and Steve (1997), and his sisters, Jane Melbourn (1997) and Janet (Nett) Warren (2000). A Celebration of Bill's life will be held at Westminster United Church, 101 - 6 Street S.E. on Wednesday, January 21, 2009, at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend James Farrell officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 8E8, or to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 102, 73 - 7 Street S.E., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 1J2.

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ANTON STILLINGER
1914 - 2009
Mr. Anton Stillinger, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Helena Stillinger, passed away peacefully at the Riverview Care Centre on Thursday, February 5, 2009 at the age of 94 years. Along with his wife, Anton was predeceased by two sons, Peter and Steve. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so starting on hour prior to the Funeral Service which will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Monday, February 9, 2009, at 1:30 P.M. Reverend Father John L. Maes will officiate with interment following at Hillside Cemetery.

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TREASA SIMPSON
September 8, 1924 - February 27, 2009
Mrs. Treasa Simpson, beloved wife of the late Delbert Simpson, passed away at the Bow Island Health Centre on Friday, February 27, 2009, at the age of 84 years. She was born in Hungary on September 8, 1924 to loving parents Steve & Elizabeth Onody. She will be forever missed in the hearts of her three children; two daughters, Dalyce (Garth) Swennumsom, Marla (Mike Finch) Simpson and one son, Sheldon Simpson; her grandchildren, Barton (Angela Hooper) Simpson, Andria Simpson, Clayton Cameron, Laura (Aaron) Chute, Aaron Swennumson, Nathan (Darcey) Swennumson, Shane (Julie) Swennumson; seven great-grandchildren, Taryn, Madelyn, Jillian, Jonah, Isaac, Jori and Eastyn; as well as her brother Alec (Irene) Onody. Treasa was predeceased by her parents, Steve & Elizabeth Onody; husband, Delbert; daughter-in-law, Pat Simpson; son-in-law, Bob Cameron and her sister, Helen Dutrisac. In her early years, Treasa worked side by side with Delbert on the farm engaging in all of the duties of the farm. For a time she even drove the sugar beet truck. It wasn't until later in life that her love for her Hungarian heritage was evident through the compassion shown to her children and grandchildren. No one could ever make cabbage rolls like her and she often made pots of them when the family was together. She was the 'mother' of all worry warts and always seemed to know what was going on in the kids lives. Her April Fools pranks became legend among family and friends. As an excellent seamstress, she created and sewed cloths for her family, enjoyed a past time of embroidery, quilting and crocheting and spent hours grooming her fabulous flower garden. People would stop as they drove past the farm to admire the labors of her green thumb. Her garden was huge and the produce willingly shared. Treasa was fun loving and enjoyed playing cards, dancing, fishing and hunting with Delbert including spoiling her grandchildren all the time. All the grandchildren have special memories of holidays, fishing trips, sleep overs and auction sales with Grama and Grampa. You never wanted to get on the wrong side of Treasa, especially once you knew she had earned the honor as the silver metalist for target shooting in the senior provincial games. In her retirement years, she took up golf and boosted about her 'hole-in-one' every opportunity she got. A celebration of Treasa's life will be held at St. Michael's Parish in Bow Island, on Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. with Reverend Father Fred Monk, officiating. A private family interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Bow Island Health Foundation, Bag 3990, Bow Island, Alberta, T0K 0G0.

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GARRY SCHNEIDER
2009
Garry Schneider, beloved son of Mrs. Mary Schneider, passed away at the Good Samaritan Society on Saturday, April 25, 2009 at the age of 53 years. Arrangements to be announced when completed.

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JOHN ROBERT (BOB) BURNS SLESSOR
Mar 4, 1920 - June 5, 2009
On Friday evening, June 5, 2009, John Robert (Bob) Burns Slessor passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital at the age of 89. He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Anne; son, Allan (Pat); daughter-in-law, Eunice; three grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and a sister Hazel. Bob was predeceased by his oldest son, Curtis; grandson, Rob; two brothers, Carl and Harry, and a sister, Francis. Bob was born in Helena, Montana to James and Ida Slessor and at one month of age the family moved by covered wagon to 40 Mile Coulee, AB. He spent his youth working in the ranching and farming community around Medicine Hat. Bob married Anne Coebergh in 1941. He joined the army and served as a cook stationed in Calgary, Edmonton and Burlington, Ontario. He loved his life as a rancher and farmer working on his land near Seven Persons. He was a lifetime member of the Elks and enjoyed playing cards. A Celebration of Bob's life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., on June 9, 2009 at 1:30 P.M., with Reverend Loren Hosfield officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Bob's name may be made directly to the CNIB, 102, 520 - 2nd Street S.E., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 0C6.

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CADENCE SAWCHUK
2009
"Part of our lives for a brief time, part of our hearts forever" It is with sadness that we announce that little Cadence Sawchuk was budded on earth to bloom in Heaven on Tuesday, June 16, 2009. Her precious presence will be held dear in the hearts of her mommy and daddy, Melissa and Billy-Jack Sawchuk as well as numerous other relatives. A private family service in honour of her life was held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Friday, June 19, 2009 at 11:00 a.m.

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JEAN B. SCHILE
March 16, 1935 - December 16, 2007
Mrs. Jean Bernice Schile of Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home, while cradled in the loving arms of her husband, Frank, on Sunday, December 16, 2007, at the age of 72 years. Jean was brought into this world in Medicine Hat on March 16, 1935, a daughter to Ruben and Bertha Beck. She was raised in Schuler. Jean and her late husband Pat Young cherished their life on the farm where they raised their children. She was a devoted mother and wife to them. Her work ethic was unmatched on the farm, and later as she owned and operated several hotels which earned her the respect of the business community of Medicine Hat. Jean was married to Pat Young for 35 years until the time of his passing. In September of 1995, Jean married Frank Schile in Medicine Hat. For the past 11 years, Jean and Frank have escaped the colder winters in Medicine Hat in favor of the warm temperatures of Arizona. Jean's memory will be cherished in the hearts of her family including her husband, Frank Schile; children, Kathleen (Audie) Benson of St. Albert, Donavon (Barbara) Young of St. Albert, Michael (Beverly) Young of Medicine Hat; 12 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild; three sisters, Gladys (Don) Valkenburg of Medicine Hat, Brenda (Ken) Kvern of Medicine Hat and Peggy (Dale) Descoteau of Medicine Hat as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Jean was predeceased by her first husband, Pat Young; first born son, Jackson Young and her parents, Ruben and Bertha Beck. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, December 19, 2007 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Thursday, December 20, 2007 at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Evert Potgieter officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Jean's name may be made directly to the charity of one's choice.

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LYDIA SEITZ
January 21, 1933 - January 25, 2008
Mrs. Lydia Seitz of Medicine Hat peacefully passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Friday, January 25, 2008, at the age of 75 years. Her memory will be cherished in the hearts of her two sons, Darrell (Brenda) Seitz of Medicine Hat and Darcy (Carolyn) Seitz of Calgary; grandchildren, Derek (Karla) Seitz of Black Diamond, Dean (Robin) Seitz of Medicine Hat, Linsay Seitz of Calgary, Jessica, Josh and Samantha Boone of Calgary; great-grandchildren, MacKenzie, Marlon, Dawson and Danica. She is also survived by numerous brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and friends. Lydia was predeceased by her parents, Lucas and Rosa Fleckenstein; a brother, Emmanuel Fleckenstein and sisters, Christina Obrigewitch and Lena Kobley. Lydia was born on January 21, 1933 in Fox Valley, Saskatchewan. Along with six brothers and four sisters, she grew up on the family farm where she learned the value of hard work and ingenuity. Throughout her life, she used these skills to become an accomplished cook, craftsperson and handy-woman. Lydia married Wallace Seitz in 1950 and together raised their two boys. Whether it was football, baseball or bowling, she never missed...she was the boys' biggest fan! Over the years, Lydia worked at the glass factory, then at the Roxy and Monarch theatres. In 1966 she commenced employment at Woolworth's as a clerk and was in charge of the stockroom. She later accepted a position at Eaton's in 1972 where she managed the drapery department and was responsible for ordering all the supplies. In 1987, Lydia started at Sears in the catalog service department until her retirement in 1995. During her retirement years, she kept busy doing volunteer work at the women's health centre, watching Flames hockey and cooking up care packages for her family. Her specialty was German food and baking for which she won many awards. Lydia enjoyed helping others and loved children, especially her grandkids. Her house was full of pictures of her family and of the good times they shared. She will be greatly missed and fondly remembered as a dedicated and generous mother, grandma and friend. The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W. on Monday, January 28, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend Father John Maes officiating. Columbarium placement will take place at a later date at Hillside Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Lydia¹s 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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ARNOLD ST. GEORGE
1921 - 2008
Mr. Arnold St. George, beloved husband of Joan St. George, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Thursday, February 21, 2008, at the age of 86 years. Besides his wife of 65 years, Joan, he is also lovingly remembered by his son, Bill (Sharon) and daughter, Wendy (Rob) and a granddaughter, Kim; sisters, Irene Graham, Cassilda Butler and Maxine Northey along with their families as well as friends. Arnold grew up in Fort Macleod, Alberta and served in the army overseas during World War II. He married Joan (nee Robinson) in England in 1943 and after six years he returned to Canada and his war bride followed him. Upon his return, he then served in the RCAF. The family travelled across Canada and a highlight was when Arnold (and family) was sent to 3 Wing Air base in Germany for four years. There are many cherished memories of family holidays spent throughout Europe. Arnold didn't like driving in large cities so the family would explore many interesting unknown places. After his retirement from the Air force, he then worked as a civilian at Ralston, Alberta with (BATUS) the British Army. Arnold was a truly gentle man. His life was dedicated to loving and caring for his family. He loved animals and rescued and cared for many pets over the years. He will be deeply missed and his memory cherished. Many thanks to Dr. Ahmad, the nurses and staff at the Medicine Hat Renal Unit and to Dr. Best, the nurses and staff on 6-West of the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. In honour of Arnold's life, a gathering of family and friends will be held at a later date and will be announced at that time. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Arnold's name may be made directly to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, P.O. Box 20143, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 8M4, or to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 8E8.

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CLARE SILLER
1933 - 2008
Mrs. Clare Mary Siller, beloved wife of Mr. Leonard Siller, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Friday, February 22, 2008 at the age of 75 years. Clare's memory will be cherished privately, without the proceedings of a formal funeral service.

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VICTOR SCHELL
1935 - 2008
Angels East, Angels West, North and South Just do your best, To Watch and guide him While he rests. Amen. With saddened hearts, the family of Victor 'Vic' Lloyd Schell announce his passing which occurred in the comfort of his home on Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at the age of 72 years. Vic was born on August 14, 1935 in Fox Valley, Saskatchewan. He was raised and attended school in both Fox Valley and Maple Creek, Saskatchewan. Vic had a knack for fixing and building things so it was only fitting that he became a carpenter by trade. In his leisure time he enjoyed gardening, fishing and watching his favorite sports including football, cheering for the Saskatchewan Roughriders and hockey, rooting on the Toronto Maple Leafs. Vic had a loving and caring way about him towards his family. He liked to 'tease' them and show affection through his great sense of humor. He was instrumental in helping raise his nieces and nephews and this achievement will be forever remembered by lives that he touched. Vic will be deeply missed by his 25 year longtime companion and sister-in-law, Ann Schell; 5 sisters; 2 brothers as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; one brother and one sister. Vic's family will be celebrating his life at a later date. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Vic's name may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 124, 430 - 6th Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 2S8.

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JEAN VIOLA SULZ
November 16, 1926 - May 1, 2008
Mrs. Jean Viola Sulz (nee Flemmer) passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at the age of 81 years. Jean is survived by her husband, Edward; two sons, Barry Irvin (Claudia) Sulz, and Claudia's daughter Marla of Dunmore, AB., Lorne Edward Sulz of Kyle, SK.; four grandchildren, Angela Leah (Shane) Gazdag of Irvine, AB., Jerry Allen Sulz (Rae) of Medicine Hat, Aliccia Karen (Dave) Hollingsworth of Grande Prairie, AB. and Dawn Cheri Thompson of Nanaimo, BC. She is also survived by nine great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Marion (William) Kerner; one brother-in-law, Jim (Rose) Sulz; very special and dear friends, Aunt Elsie (Weishaar) Beirbach and Frieda Scheffelmeier; Mabel Peterson, with whom she played darts on a team with Jerry Lawson for more than 20 years, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents, Christian and Magdalina (Weishaar) Flemmer; three brothers, Walter (Rosie) Flemmer, Emil Flemmer, Lawrence (Gladys) Flemmer; two sisters, Freida (Patrick) Kerrigan, Annie (Thomas) Hudec, as well as one sister-in-law, Leah Deering. Jean was born in the Miller and Graburn District south of Walsh, AB., on November 16, 1926. In May of 1962, Jean joined the Eagles Ladies Auxiliary No. 2112, eventually receiving life member status. In 1973, Jean joined the Ladies Auxiliary of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 17. She worked in various places in the city, at motels and later with the Medicine Hat College where she worked almost nineteen years before her heart attack in 1988. She loved her work and made many friends throughout the years. Jean and her husband Ed were the proud owners of the Cloverleaf apartments for 12 years. She was an avid dart player and had many trophies that she had won with a number of different friends. In 1998, Jean won the gold medal for ladies singles in the Zone Dart Shoot, but could not go on for the Alberta Gold due to her second heart attack. Throughout her life she kept a diary, which came in very useful over the years for checking dates and settling disputes. Jean was also a newspaper clipper, keeping track of birthdays, anniversaries, and deaths of family and people that she knew. She loved auction sales, sewing and collecting small airplanes, and over the years while travelling she also collected penny matches and Label Buttons. Miss Me - But Let Me Go! 'When I come to the end of the road, and the sun has set for me, I want no rites in a gloom filled room. Why cry for a soul set free? At Jean's request, there will be no public funeral service. Those wishing to remember Jean may do so with a donation to the Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation's Electric Bed Appeal, 666 - 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 9Z9, or to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 124, 430 - 6 Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8.

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FRANCES SEHN
1912 - 2008
Frances Sehn passed away peacefully at the Good Samaritans Society residence in Medicine Hat on Friday, June 20, 2008 at the age of 95 years. She was predeceased by her husband Linus in 1998. She is survived by four sons, Tim (Veronica) Sehn, Nick Sehn, Mike (Violet) Sehn and Ed (Sally) Sehn; grandchildren, Keith Sehn (Susan), Antionette Wecker (Ryan), Tim Sehn (Debbie), Paulette Truman (Tim), Catherine Kohaut (Dean), Brian Sehn (Brianna), Carmen Both (Dave), Jody Hazard (Rod), Janice Johnson (Tom) and Calvin Sehn (Jodie). She is also survived by three sisters, Pauline Bischoff, Mary Kurpjuweit (Lavern) and Rose Heidinger and numerous great-grandchildren. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat on Tuesday, June 24, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. with Reverend Father Alphonse Narisetty celebrant. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Frances' name may be made directly to the Good Samaritans Society, 550 Spruce Way S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1B 4P1.

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IRVINE ALAN 'IRV' STEWART
1959 - 2008
Irvine 'Irv' Stewart, beloved husband of Linda Stewart, passed away in Medicine Hat on Saturday, September 13, 2008, at the age of 49 years. Along with Linda, Irv leaves to cherish his memory one brother, Ted Stewart; nieces and nephews, Rob (Shawna) Stewart, Sandy Bratton, Kathy Stewart, Leroy (Erin) Fischer, Marlaina Forsythe (Darren Crawford), Ryan Stewart and Quinton Stewart; mother-in-law, Faith Stevens; uncle, Alan Stewart of Surrey, B.C.; numerous cousins as well as very dear, close friends, Darcy Reviczky and Ted Siwy. He was predeceased by his parents, Pearl and Jack Stewart; brother, Bryan Stewart; father-in-law, Art Stevens and step-father-in-law, John Woloshen. Irvine Alan Stewart (known by most as 'Irv' or 'Iffy') was born in Unity, Saskatchewan on August 3, 1959. At a young age the family moved to Medicine Hat where Irv was raised and received his education. He worked at numerous jobs throughout his life, and was most recently employed at Walmart. He enjoyed time spent ice fishing, shooting and hunting, as well as riding his motorcycle. When working with wood or tinkering with his models, it was evident how passionate he felt about both. Irv's life will be celebrated at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., on Thursday, September 18, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. Placement of the urn will follow in the Columbarium Section at Hillside Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the The Santa Claus Fund c/o The Medicine Hat News, 3257 Dunmore Road S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 7E6, and the Canadian Diabetes Association, 102, 73 - 7 Street S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1J2.

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WILLIAM SLOFSTRA
November 30, 1931 - November 11, 2008
William 'Bill' Slofstra passed away with his children at his side on Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at 76 years of age. He leaves to mourn his passing, Marcel (Brandy) Slofstra, Ruthanne Slofstra, Gregory (Andrea) Slofstra and Melanie (Clay) Campbell. Bill had one grandchild, Keanna Campbell, who put a sparkle in her Opa's eye every time she came to see him. He was predeceased by his wife Ann Slofstra (nee Plantinga) in 2000 and by his parents, Hendrick and Trientje and step-mother Nel Slofstra. Bill is also predeceased by brothers, Pieter and Lambert Slofstra, Lambert's wife, Denise and brother-in-law, James Aasman. Bill is survived by brothers, Martin (Janny) Slofstra and Henk (Lena) Slofstra both of Medicine Hat and sisters, Pieterdina (Klaas) Scheepstra of the Netherlands, Jackie Aasman and Tina (Bill) Aasman of Medicine Hat as well as many nephews, nieces, cousins and friends. Bill was born in Holland on November 30, 1931 and immigrated to Canada in 1952, settling in Redcliff where he worked at the brick factory until he chose to return to High School at 26 years of age. He then went to Dordt College in Iowa where he earned his Bachelor of Education degree. Bill returned to Calgary, Alberta and began his teaching career. This is where he met and later married Ann Plantinga on November 24, 1972. Bill moved his family to Ontario and there became a school principal. Bill's love for the prairies resulted in his return to Medicine Hat where he was the first principal of the Medicine Hat Christian School. After nine years, Bill and his family moved to Rocky Mountain House where he retired from teaching in June 1996. Bill served the Lord faithfully and was a loving and caring husband, father, Opa and teacher. He will be remembered for his love of teaching and music. Bill could often be heard humming down the hallways of the schools. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends, but we know he has gone to heaven and rests peacefully in his Saviour's arms of love. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, November 14, 2008, between 7:00 P.M. and 9:00 P.M. The Funeral Service will be held at the Christian Reformed Church, 300 Primrose Drive S.E., Medicine Hat on Saturday, November 15, 2008, at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor George Koopmans officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. If friends so desire, Memorial Tributes in memory of Bill may be made directly to the Alzheimer's Society of Alberta, 833A Kingsway Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2X5.

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MAY SCHLENKER
1915 - 2008
Mrs. May Schlenker (nee Austin), beloved wife of the late Mr. Elmer Schlenker, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Christmas day, December 25, 2008 at the age of 93 years. May was born on September 6, 1915 in Huntsfield, Leed, England, a daughter to Fred & Henrietta Austin. She met Elmer Schlenker from Hilda and were married on June 6, 1946. They raised a family of six children including a daughter, Idamay of Medicine Hat, Robert of Medicine Hat, Ricci (Janet) of Abbotsford, B.C., Malcolm of Surrey, B.C., John of Edmonton and Donald (Adde) of Penticton, B.C. plus children, Brendan and Brittany; and one sister, Dorothy (Bob) Green. She was predeceased by her parents and brothers, John, Fred, James and Walter. May was a lifetime member of the Louise Layton U.C.W. Unit 6 and was a secretary plus social convener for many years. As a member of Westminster United Church, she was active in many capacities including the church teas. May was a remarkable lady who was a devoted mother to her children and was a foster mother to 40 children and thoroughly enjoyed it. She loved knitting baby outfits and had a knack for knitting clothing for dolls. The many dolls she collected were cleaned and clothed and delivered to under privileged children in the outlying areas of Mazatlan by Ricardo Palomaque of the Lions Society. May travelled a lot and met many interesting people. For the past six years, two months of each year were spent at the River Grove Campground in Drumheller. She enjoyed playing cards in the evening and visiting with her sister Dot and husband Bob. She will be deeply missed in the hearts of her family and friends. May's life will be celebrated at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., on Tuesday, December 30, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Barrett Scheske officiating.

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