1932 ~ HAGEMEISTER ~ 2015
Posted: July 21st, 2015
Frank Hagemeister passed away peacefully on July 17, 2015, at the age of 82 years. He was surrounded by the caring staff of Medicine Hat Regional Hospital’s 2-North.
Frank leaves to remember him always his wife of 55 years, Betty Hagemeister (Forde), Daughter; Lorena (Charles) Wadman, Son; Ernie Hagemeister, Grandchildren; Jarrett (Jessica) Johnson, Jason Johnson, Tyler Johnson, Caleb Hagemeister, Kelsey-Ann (Marcelo) Ramirez, Nathan Wadman, and Alyssa Wadman, and Great-grandchild; Greyson Ramirez. He also is survived by his Sister; Nellie (Alec) Dergousoff, Brother; Eugene Hagemeister, and many cousins, nieces, and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Fred and Bertha Hagemeister along with two brothers Tommy and Wendal Hagemeister.
Frank was many things to many people. To his family he was a reliable source of advice, love, and laughter. To his friends he was a trusted confidant and could always be counted on to have a story to fit any situation. It was clear his love for people he called family or friend ran deep.
Frank retired from a 32 year career at Goodyear Canada, an experience that provided him with many great memories. Frank also served as a transit driver for the City of Medicine Hat.
Within the community, calling Frank a dedicated volunteer would be an understatement. Over the years he has been an active member of many community organizations including; the Lions Club, Royal Canadian Legion, among many others. Additionally he volunteered his time as a bus driver for assorted community groups and church ministries.
“I shall pass this way but once; any good that I can do or any kindness I can show to any human being; let me do it now. Let me not defer nor neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again.” – Etienne de Grellet
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Tuesday from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m. and at RIVER VALLEY COMMUNITY CHURCH (Christ the King Assembly), 1101 Queen Street SE, on Wednesday from 12:00 until 12:55 p.m. Please join us to celebrate Frank’s life on Wednesday, July 22, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at RIVER VALLEY COMMUNITY CHURCH, with Pastor Mark Borrows and Pastor Ken Roset co- officiating. A private interment will take place at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Donations in Frank’s memory can be made to Christ the King’s Compassion Outreach Ministry, 1101 Queen Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1B3. Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Frank Hagemeister. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to
SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, “The Chapel in the Park”, locally owned and directed. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone (403)528-2599
To the Hagemeister family,
Our thoughts are with you as you mourn the loss of Frank. He was quite the character. I always enjoyed visiting with him – he always had the best stories to tell. Take care!! Dale & Chandra Weiss & Family.
Betty, Lorena and Ernie,
We are so sorry for the loss of your husband and Dad. He was a special man. We will always remember the lunches at the Wellington with Frank and Betty and our parents.
Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Jamie, Birgit, Mikey and Josh
Betty, Lorena and Ernie
I’m sorry for your loss and my prayers are with you-I just was in Mexico this winter talking to people about Frank, growing up as a neighbor he was Frank, a personality all his own, a wonderful caring guy, I worked with Frank at Good Year and he was the hardest working person Ive met, I remember many conversations over a pop at the Tuck Shop-You had a good life and now Frank. your with your Saviour