With roots in Medicine Hat that go back generations, their social circles are large and overlapping. Patti Pancoast: Sylvia loved to travel to interesting places. I'm so sad for you all. Marie Niwa January 11, 2023 (94 years old) View obituary. My heart goes out to the whole family. Our firm was incorporated in 1977. I would say that I've had a beer with all of them at some time, the mayor said. She was predeceased by her parents, Walter and Gladys Strom; brother, Allen Strom and nieces, Ellen and Amy Strom. Services Special Events . Jason Luan, Albertas associate minister of mental health, travelled to Medicine Hat last week and met with family members who had been affected by the recent string of suicides. He will be missed by many, especially by his family who cherished and loved him. She was active in the community having volunteered with Girl Guides, Police Point Park, Grasslands Naturalists, The Esplanade, and Meals on Wheels. You were the one they looked up to most, and thought the world of, Jordan said, speaking to Ryan directly at his memorial service. She, too, looks at these deaths through both a personal and professional lens. I'll continue to Pray & Send Love, Elaine, Wayne & Sandra Craven: If feeling adventurous, you could find them touring the world to see Metallica. Thats something the surviving group of friends is trying to learn how to do. Please accept our deepest condolences at this time for your loss, we will be thinking about you and your Family. Jun 07, 2020 at 10:32 PM, Our hearts are with you all. Mary and her crooked finger, will be deeply and forever missed. It wasnt unusual to wake up to his closest buddies Teeg, Leif or Oveson camping on the couches on the weekend. Funeral arrangements will be announced upon completion. The family business. August 8th, 2015 Brandon married his best friend, the love of his life, Ashly Macdiarmid. Raeann Sharland: Ever. I know that many of the psychologists in town, they have extensive wait lists. Jun 06, 2020 at 09:06 PM. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to, GENE JEROME GABE UNSER Sept 7, 1939 Jan 15, 2023, Passed away peacefully in the Bow Island Hospital with his family by his side. Funeral arrangements will be announced upon completion. Home. Posted Nov 29, 2022 | 2:03 PM by PattFH. Born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, where her father ran a bakery, the family eventually moved to Medicine Hat, Alberta, when Florence was a teenager. Sylvia had a strong faith and hope in her Lord Jesus Christ. Along with his love for sports, he was very musically inclined and taught himself to play the guitar. Sylvia was blessed to have a multitude of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews whom she loved dearly as well as a large extended family. He is survived by his wife Marlette of 38 years; sisters-in-law Charylle (Greg) Derkach, Faye Lucas, and Laurie (the late Garnet) Moore; nieces Dana, Taryn, Darcie, and Sheri; great nephews Jaymes and Bodi; great nieces Aiyana and Solaris; great-great nephew Reese, great-great niece Nataliee. Rick and I are at a loss for words when it comes to expressing our deepest sympathy for the loss of your most treasured son/husband/brother, Brandon. Interment will take place June 16, 2023, at Saints Peter and Paul Church, Acadia Valley, AB. Obituaries act as quiet reminders of the finite nature of our lives. . Jan 9, 2023. 2020 CBC/Radio-Canada. When his parents would turn their backs for even a moment, he was known to climb to an alarming height up a streetlight or the brick facade of a grocery store. Elsie / Phil Arnold: March 20, 1928 - January 11, 2023 03/20/1928 01/11/2023. You are in our hearts. Road trips included a trip across Canada and two trips to Texas. Funeral mass will be held at the Bow Island Catholic Church on Saturday, January 21st at 1:00pm. May love surround and nurture you , Trina Smith: Post free Obituaries classified ads. Also survived by her brother, Gordon Helmer; sisters, Violet Roth and Sharon Dunlop; sisters-in-law, Veronica Helmer and Sandra Helmer; brothers-in-law, Joe Bachmier, Mike Bachmier (Shirley), Bert Bachmier (Ethel) and Val Steinkey; sisters-in-law, Jane Bachmier, Elda Bachmier and Agnes Heck. Jeff passed away while surrounded by his family at St. Josephs Home - Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Friday, January 13, 2023, at the age of 51 years. And theres also the phenomenon of assortative susceptibility, a jargony phrase to describe how certain individuals of certain behaviours are drawn toward each other in a way that can increase their collective risk. Professional services were sought. Elaine and Randy Humphrey: Founded by his father in 1977, the family business has literally built much of Medicine Hat over the past 43 years. If you are thinking of suicide or know someone who is, help is available nationwide by calling toll-free 1-833-456-4566, texting 45645 or chatting online with Crisis Services Canada. So very sorry for your loss and our thoughts & prayers are with you during this unimaginable difficult sad time. He was predeceased by his parents Emma and Elmer Haag. May we all heal and hold dear the memories Brandon left in us. Though she always hated the phrase, Mary was an inspiration to those who knew and loved her. When there is a series of suicides among a group of people who all know each other, there is evidence that each death can act as a precipitating factor for a subsequent one. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Doug, as well as sons, Christopher (Ashley, grandson Christopher Douglas) Danny, Robby, and Nicholas, one brother John Biel and nephew Kyle Biel of Toronto, and long-time friend, Bernadette. One of his closest friends, Ryan Pancoast, took the lead in holding people together, trying to keep their spirits up, as they tried to make sense of what had happened. And weve had good talks since.. , brad newell: All they do is come in and just read the daily script to you, he said. On October 7, 2000, Kelly married the love of his life, Karen. He also leaves six great-grandchildren, Zoe & Erika Peterson, Jocelyn & Deegan Kurtz, and Dagonet & Harrison Rayner; Gails two sons, Doug (Shelley) Edward and granddaughters Stephanie and Sarah; and Derek Edward and grandson; Evan; brothers, Marvin (Lorraine) Kurtz, Ralph (Della) Kurtz and Richard (Doris) Kurtz. Obituary. Ongoing legacy funding is provided through the Niwa Family Fund with the Community Foundation of Southeast Alberta. Kelly also leaves with fond memories of his four-legged companions Max, Koda, Bimmer and Casey, and two grand fur babies, Charlie and Tucker. Mary was born in Empress, AB on March 20, 1928, to Frank and Leotine Lijdsman. In life the majority of us have challenges to face, battles to fight and mountains to climb. She said he felt guilty about it. She was well known to those at Holy Family Catholic Church, where she was often complimented on her colourful wardrobe of lavender-colored dresses. Jun 06, 2020 at 11:45 PM, Moving through so many emotions and stages of grief has brought me here. Through our Family Fund, donations go to our Communities greatest needs, we will keep Brandon's memory alive for many, many years to come. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall. Greg I am so sorry for your loss, I only knew Brandon through the jr b cubs but will always remember the fun and laughs that he was responsible for. Mike and Dianne King: Words cannot express our deepest sympathy for you. My heart hurts with yours. We have a strong heritage as a leader among Medicine Hat . One of the most difficult is losing a loved one. Now, everything has changed. And [my son] will always say, Even though he teased me all the time, I really, really miss him, because he always played video games with me and Pokemon. A lot of kids will tell you that they thought he was the funnest adult they ever met because he just related to them.. There are no words..Find comfort in each other ..and in knowing that people are grieving with you ..and love you .. Praying for you ..and are here for you.. We will be donating to your family fund.., Sue and Neil Glionna: We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Obituaries are a bittersweet reminder of all weve lost, but it can also help us to remember all we enjoyed while they were alive. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for more details. My prayers are with you and your loved ones as you hold Brandon's memory forever in your hearts. May you have wonderful memories and that you hold them close because he is all around you. Raised in Bindloss, AB she had a very happy childhood. In 1966 Elizabeth and Doug moved to Germany with the Canadian Armed Forces where they remained for 5 years. There have been so many deaths over the past few months, its hard to keep track. You are in my thoughts and prayers. We wish that there was some way that we could somehow lessen it for you. Then there are the individual, maladaptive coping tendencies that some men have.. She maintained contact with many cousins, friends and students. Daffy says he and others turned to alcohol and drugs in the wake of Brandons suicide, and again with each successive death. It wasnt a suicide. Eileen treasured her Manitoba roots and always looked forward to going back to Pilot Mound. With hockey sticks, hard hats and snowboards flanking their caskets, the funeral services for Brandon Niwa and Ryan Pancoast were remarkably similar. Jo-Ann Driscoll January 8, 2023. Sylvia obtained her education degree at the University of Lethbridge with a Math major. In his retirement years, he was proud to hold a Class 1 Drivers License and continued to work and drive truck. He knew, by most measures, he had a perfect life a loving wife, two beautiful children, a large group of friends, a successful business. He had promised me that this was something that would not happen, said his widow, Jordan Pancoast. And so that's where our struggle lies. First Visitation. They also hope that, by sharing their stories, it will help others, particularly other men, realize that they need not struggle in silence, that reaching out for help is more than OK, and that they are not alone. Irene Jean Bachmier Sept 23, 1935 - Jan 9, 2023 (Age 87), Irene Jean Bachmier (nee Helmer) passed away peacefully Jan. 9, 2023, with her husband Leo and son Joseph by her side. So very sad to hear of your son's passing. Everyone there is going to miss him so much. He enjoyed curling and being a member of the Irvine Lions Club. I know what you're going through as we lost our son 17 years ago. RIP Brandon. You can click this link to create an obituary. And he admits, these past few months, hes been barely hanging on. Jun 09, 2020 at 08:43 PM, My heart goes out to all of you. We are all so very sorry for your loss and please take care. There she met Leo, whom she married in 1957. So sorry to hear about the loss of your son Brandon. We loved him and he will be missed by all who knew him. Florence is survived by her children, Patricia (Bill) Drew, Tony (Ann) Laczkowski, Tim (Sherry) Laczkowski, Betty Laczkowski, Paula (Jay) Richardson and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. . (Condolences may bbe expressed by visiting, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG6zK-XzuXdDHj79rV6ut_Q, The family of Gary Paul Sawicki sadly announces his passing at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Monday, January 16, 2023, at the age of 55 years. Skip to content. Ryan also had a history of brain injuries. Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel and Crematorium is a funeral home in Medicine Hat, AB. Its something she wishes, in retrospect, she had been more open about with her own daughter and son, aged nine and 13. Greg Coupal: If you feel your mental health or the mental health of a loved one is at risk of an immediate crisis, call 911. Jun 07, 2020 at 12:07 PM, We are so sorry for the profound loss of Brandon .. Lindsay Niwa, Brandon's sister, says the idea for "The . Allan Dennis Haag passed away peacefully with his wife by his side on Thursday, January 12, 2023, at the age of 72 years, beloved husband of Candi Haag of Medicine Hat. But in the wake of so much death, things are starting to change. Search for: Recent Posts. Condolence messages are sent through an approval queue prior to publication. Stacey Schneider: I am so very sad to hear of your loss. Watch: Interviews with Lindsay Niwa, Jordan Pancoast, Ana Schlosser and Medicine Hat Mayor Ted Clugston. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. Jun 09, 2020 at 12:52 AM. For her part, Schlosser believes there is a greater need for mental-health resources at multiple levels in Medicine Hat. Weve just got to start opening up. Jun 12, 2020 at 06:14 PM, We were so saddened to hear about Brandon's passing. And theyre giving me the Dad, come on. When not in a swimsuit, she could more often than not be found in a striped top. Medicine Hat, AB T1B 3R2 Phone: 403-526-7653 | Email: classads@medicinehatnews.com; My thoughts and prayers are with you. Its Brandons and Ryans stories that have featured most prominently here, because of their families willingness to be open about what has happened to them. Kelly will be deeply missed by his loving wife, Karen and his two children, Kaitlyn and Christopher (Sarah). But there are commonalities, too, in their stories. Eileen enjoyed a remarkable group of friends, and her neighbours were a constant source of companionship and joy. Share a memory Share. We would like to say a special Thank you to Frank and Roseanne for your faithful Sunday visits with mom. I want you to know I am thinking of you all. He works as a librarian and writer with the Calgary-based Centre for Suicide Prevention. Know that we pray daily that God's presence will be felt surrounding you with strength, love, understanding and peace. There's only so many resources available right now.. Please know that at this time and in moving forward you will all have special thoughts and prayers going your way. Shirley Johnston. He was the backbone of Niwa Crane. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Foremost Seniors Center (103 1 Ave E, Foremost, AB T0K 0X0) or Diabetes Canada (www.diabetes.ca). Mr. Lance Richard Hilmoe of Medicine Hat passed away in Swift Current, SK., on Saturday December 31, 2022, at the age of 27 years. Michael & Gerry Magotiaux, Natalie & Kurt Reid: Elizabeth writes, With the joys of living comes the sadness of passing. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. Search Medicine Hat obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. A whirlwind romance occurred on January 21, 1984 when he met Marlette, became engaged on Thanksgiving weekend, and married on December 1. The shock and grief rippled, too, through Brandons large group of friends. Jun 13, 2020 at 06:43 PM. Street SW. Sending Love & Light your way, Kirk &Bonnie Ewasechko: Garth was a special and caring person who easily made many friends, was so generous with his time and would help anyone in need. Special cousins Ken and Nicole Simpson, Tanner (Shelby and daughter Wrenley), Karissa (MacKenzie), and Alycia as well as other cousins and their families. People now are accustomed to using the internet in gadgets to view video and image data for inspiration, and according to the name of this article . Posted January 14th (2023) via The Medicine Hat News. Led by Medicine Hat College, a community advisory panel including Medicine Hat Public School . I will fondly remember him as a fun loving little boy whom I enjoyed babysitting. Jeremy Daffy was friends with five of the men who have died. He was proud of many things, but nothing can compare to how proud he was of Kaitlyn and Chris and watching them succeed in their sports and academics. We are thinking of you both and your family. Jay & Patti Jo-Ann is survived by her mother, Ilene Williams; daughter,. Mary had a larger-than-life personality, loved to talk, and get to know people she was never short of friends, stories, or advice. While she knows there is a never a singular reason for suicide, she sees other common threads between the men who have died, too. After Doug retired from the army, they eventually made their way to Medicine Hat where Doug flourished in the insurance industry as a top-notch adjuster. Once approved, your name and condolence message are viewable by the public. Honestly I liked myself more when I was in his presence. It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Garth Harold Simpson, beloved husband of Marlette Lucas-Simpson of Dunmore, Alberta. Find an obituary, get service details, leave condolence messages or send flowers or gifts in memory of a loved one. He was there. And he was really proud of what he did.. (Condolences may be expressed by visitingwww.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is, CLEMENTS, Elizabeth Margarette Karin (nee Kocsis) April 17,1945 - Dec 22, 2022. Alleen: Besides his loving wife, Heather, Gabe was survived by his son, Richard and his children, Bret (Rosalyn) and Lexi; son Raymond (Melanie) and their children, Chris and Chantel (Jesse); daughter, Rochelle (Kim) and their children, Curtis and Ashley (Ryan); daughter, Roxanne (Stig) and their children, Shylo (Mason), Chelsea (Ryland) and Halle; his great grandchildren, which he adored, Keiran, Rayden, Preston and Dominic. I know there's wait times at the community agencies, she said. When they did happen, it was usually in the wee hours of the morning, after many drinks. Have those dreaded heart-to-heart conversations and really make sure theyre OK., I never knew so many guys could open up and talk about their feelings, he added, until this week.. Funeral arrangements will be announced upon completion. They will help you focus on all of the wonderful memories of love, laughter and joyful times shared with Brandon. , Gord & Bonnie Reid: Medicine Hat, AB T1A. The plan was for Brandon to take over Niwa Crane, one day soon. We hope that you all find strength in leaning on each other and friends; and comfort and love in all the great memories of happier times. Please consider taking the time to donate to the Canadian Blood Services. Among the many structures theyve helped erect is The Worlds Largest Teepee, one of the most recognizable landmarks in this city of 65,000 people in southeastern Alberta. He excelled very high in his classes which was reflected in the quality of the products he produced throughout his farming years - dairy products, purebred Gelbvieh cattle, grain products and grain seed cleaning. From casket choices to funeral flowers, we will guide you through all . The others, less so, but they werent complete strangers to him. One time she returned to Canada with nothing but her swimsuit as the ship had blown up while she was snorkeling! This soon blossomed into a passion for making dolls. Feel our hugs, love & prayers at this difficult time. For all the trauma and grief hes experienced in the past few months, Daffy still counts himself lucky, because hes a survivor. We were brought up to be strong. Paul was born in Maraslienfeld, Bessarabia to parents, Reinhold and Lydia Richter. Lindsay Niwa, Brandons sister, is also a nurse. At age fifteen, she left home to attend Prairie High School in Three Hills, Alberta, followed by four years at Prairie Bible Institute. While Joe was busy running the family farm and Florence was running a household of eight, she somehow found the time to sew and create. Del leaves behind his daughter, Yvonne (Frank Gilham) and grandchildren, Ryan Peterson (Nadiya) and Derek Peterson; son, Dean Kurtz (Jacqueline) and grandchildren, Dustin (Bailee) Kurtz and Katrina (Cole) Sorenson; daughter, Cheryl Rayner (Lester Wisnowski) and grandchildren, Shaun Rayner (Cindy) and Brandon Rayner.
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