ALBERTA THOMPSON
1918 ~ 2019
Alberta May Thompson passed away peacefully on Friday, March 29, 2019, at the age of 100 years. At the time of her passing she was a resident of the AgeCare Valleyview Seniors Community, where she had been living for the past 10 years. Alberta is survived her daughter, Jacqueline Bishop (Patrick) of Medicine Hat; her son, Barry Thompson of Edmonton as well as grandsons, Stephen Bishop (Eva) of Paris, France, Ian Bishop of Medicine Hat, and Christopher Thompson (Yuan) of Ottawa, Ontario. She is also survived by her great-grandson, Léonard Bishop of Paris, France; great-granddaughter, Alina Thompson of Ottawa, Ontario as well as many cherished family members in both Canada and England. Alberta was predeceased by her husband, John (Jack) Thompson, her son, Robert Thompson; daughter-in-law, Edna Thompson; brothers, Earl and Ronald Gillett and sister, Grace Swanson. Alberta was born in Medicine Hat and attended Alexandra High School before going on to work at the glass factory in Redcliff and the Medicine Hat Greenhouse. It was there, tending the roses in the greenhouse that sparked Alberta’s lifelong passion for gardening. She loved her flowers and her garden was always beautiful! Alberta met the love of her life at a dance in Medicine Hat. John (Jack) Thompson was stationed in Medicine Hat as a member of the Number 34 Service Flying Training School which was part of the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan. Jack and Alberta were married in May of 1943, but soon after their union John was sent back into active duty in England. Alberta was pregnant with their first child, Bob at that time, and as fate would have it, the pair were not reunited until their son was two years old. When the war ended, Alberta travelled by train with her toddler to Halifax where she boarded a ship bound for England to be reunited with her husband. This was quite an undertaking for a woman who had never travelled more than a few hundred miles from home. Leaving her friends and family behind, she bravely made her way to her new life in England, making friends along the way with other women who were also travelling to join their husbands. Alberta and Jack lived in England for two years before returning to Canada; first to Vauxhall and then to Edmonton a few years later. They were married for 60 years and all through their marriage they loved to dance, especially ballroom dancing. They were such beautiful dancers that people would stop to watch them as they gracefully glided across the dance floor. Alberta was a devoted mother and a wonderful homemaker, focusing all of her attention on making her home a happy and warm place. She loved company and cooked many delicious meals for friends and family. When she wasn’t cooking, caring for kids or tending to her garden, Alberta wrote poetry about special events in the lives of her friends and family. She was a kind and caring person who would go out of her way to lend a helping hand to those in need. Alberta never had an unkind word for anyone and always saw the good in everyone she met. She never complained about anything or anyone at any time. She truly was an is an inspiration! Special thanks go out to Dr. Bratvold for his kindness and compassion throughout mom’s later years. He would always take the time to talk and listen to her and she always had a sparkle in her eye in his presence. Thanks also go out to the staff at AgeCare Valleyview for their excellent and dedicated care. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, , 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, April 5, 2019, between 7:00 p.m and 8:00 p.m. The Graveside Service will be held at Hillside Cemetery, Medicine Hat, on Saturday April, 6, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend David Pollard officiating. Those wishing to attend are invited to gather at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel between 10:30 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. to join the procession to the ceme tery. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Alberta’s name may be made directly to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8. Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455
LEHMAN
It is with great sadness that the family of Hertha Lehman announce her passing on April 2, 2019 at the age of 96 years, beloved wife of the late Elmer Lehman. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Sunday evening from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. and on Monday from 12 noon – 12:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Monday, April 8, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Dennis Betker officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Salvation Army c/o 164 Stratton Way SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 3R3 (online at http://www.salvationarmy.ca) or to the Medicine Hat and District Food Bank, 532 South Railway Street SE, Medicine Hat, T1A 2V6 (online at http://www.mhfoodbank.com). To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Hertha Lehman, or you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence.
Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2
MELLISH
Hazen Earl Mellish passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2019, at the age of 78 years, with his family by his side. He leaves to cherish his memory, two daughters Sherry (Dan) Martindale of Calgary and Christy (Mel) Weeks of Orion; four grandchildren, Kaiden, Logan, Shaylin and Larissa; one brother Haddon Mellish of Summerside, P.E.I. and eighteen nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Bernice and Melton Mellish; two sisters, Beryl King and Gloria May; one brother Ralph, and one sister-in-law Mae Mellish. Hazen was born on December 1, 1940 in Montaque, P.E.I. and was raised at Summerside, PE.I. He attended Summerside Elementary and High School. While in high school, he joined the Sea Cadets for four years and became the Sea Cadet Band’s lead trumper, playing in the marching band and at the Remembrance Day Services. During this time he sang and played the trumpet in music festivals and church services. At age 17, he went to Eastern Nazarene College for two years. He then joined the Royal Canadian Air Force at age 19. During his 5 ½ years with the Air Force he became a Radar Air Tech and a heavy equipment driver. In 1967, he returned to college and graduated with a Bachelor of Theology degree. From 1969 to 1992 he was married and had two wonderful daughters. He worked at Emco Plumbing, the City of Medicine Hat and BATUS. In his spare time he loved to golf, ski, play hockey, go hiking and camping. He also enjoyed playing cards and fishing. In 2000, Hazen suffered a severe heart attack and a quadruple bypass which curtailed his activities and limited him to fishing and camping in his later years. Hazen had a good sense of humour and liked telling stories or pulling gags. He was a lifelong Christian and in many churches sang hymns. Hazen will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Please join Hazen’s family for a luncheon and celebration of his life at the Chinook Village (Garden Lounge) #2801 13th Ave SE on Friday April 5, 2019 from 12:00 noon – 3:00 p.m. A monument has been placed on Union Road in P.E.I. (Near Montaque) in his name (Mellish Cemetery). His ashes will be scattered at the Mellish Cemetery, Indian Head Lighthouse on P.E.I., Reesor Lake and Johnson Canyon. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Hazen Mellish, or you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence.
Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2
STUBBS
Angela Jennifer Stubbs, 76, formerly of Medicine Hat passed away on Saturday, February 23, 2019 while on vacation in Mexico. She leaves behind her children Suzanne (Stephen) Berner, Samantha Barron (Gaetan Plourde), and Matthew Stubbs, her grandchildren Alex Berner, Allyssa Berner (Michael Haight), Keeanna Barron, Graham Barron, and Lillian Stubbs; her sister Penelope Belk, sister-in-law Angela Belk, as well as nieces who reside in England. She was predeceased by her loving husband Graham Stubbs, her mother and father Charles and Edna Belk, and her brother Anthony Belk. Angela was born in Cheltenham, England in 1942 to Charles and Edna (Roberts) Belk. As a young woman she attended Wesley Art College. She married Lance Corporal Graham Stubbs who was serving in the 4/7th Royal Dragoon Guards in 1963, in Birkenhead. Over the next seven years they welcomed three additions to their family, two daughters and a son, before moving to Canada in 1976, where Graham was stationed at BATUS. Graham passed away in 1984, a year after the birth of their first grandchild. Angela worked as the Lifestyles and Entertainment Editor for the Medicine Hat News for 24 years before retiring in 2001. In her retirement, Angela devoted her time to her family and her hobbies. She enjoyed scrapbooking, painting, and researching the family’s genealogy. She spent time with the Medicine Hat Historical Society where she helped publish their book From Bombs to Meadowlarks in 2008. From 2014-2017 she resided in Belize before returning to live in Calgary. The memorial service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday, April 5, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Mike Collinge officiating. Followed by interment at Hillside Cemetery, with her husband Graham.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the gofundme set up by Angela’s family to help with the expenses of bringing her home to rest. https://www.go fundme.com/angela-stubbs-mum-medic al-assisstance. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Angela Stubbs, or you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence.
Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2
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