1927 ~ KIRSCHENMAN ~ 2013

Mrs. Erna Kirschenman of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Mr. Friedrich Kirschenman, passed away on Tuesday, November 19th, 2013 at the age of 86 years. Erna leaves to cherish her memory one son, Wayne Kirschenman of Calgary; one daughter, Linda Wiegand of Calgary; two grandchildren, Jason (Raegan) Wiegand and their children, Quinn, Graydon, Cohen and Griffin and Robin (Sarah) Wiegand and their child, Rian; one brother, Mike (Anne) Nutz of Kelowna; one sister-in-law, Frances Nutz of Kelowna; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Erna was predeceased by her husband, Friedrich; her parents, Adolf and Louise Nutz; three brothers, Jack, Reinhold (Lilly) and Otto (Olga); and one sister, Hulda Vetter. Erna was born on June 20th, 1927 in Bessarabia. She married Friedrich Kirschenman on March 29th, 1952 in Medicine Hat. Erna loved quilting, gardening and canning, but her passion was sewing. She will be fondly remembered and forever missed. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Friday, November 22nd, from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m. and on Saturday, November 23rd, from 12:30 until 1:25 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held in SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Saturday, November 23rd, 2013 at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Julianna Wehrfritz- Hanson officiating. Interment will follow in the Family Plot at Hillside Cemetery. Erna’s memory can be honoured by recognizing her love of flowers. Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or www.gonebutnotforgotten.ca or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Erna Kirschenman. Radio funeral announcement can be heard on Friday around 12:35 p.m. on 93.7 Praise FM. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATORIUM, “The Chapel in the Park”, locally owned and directed. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone (403)528-2599