1925 ~ BILL TRIEBER ~ 2018
Posted: August 14th, 2018William “Bill” Trieber, age 92, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family, on Friday, August 10, 2018 in Medicine Hat. Bill is survived by his beloved wife, Evelyn; and his two sisters, Wilma Neish, and Margaret Martin; his sister-in-law, Annebelle Trieber; and brother-in-law, Joe McFadsen (Lori); one son, Wayne (Karen); one daughter, Delphine Anderson (Bob Rinehart); grandchildren: Jacqueline (Sam) Willcocks, Jason Trieber (Shawn Meerveld), [and mother, Kathy Trieber], Jolene (Trevor) Warburton, Bryce (Laura) Jans, Gerritt (Ashley) Jans (and father, Dale Jans], Brad (Kristin) Schaal, and Kira (Aaron) Doyle; great grandchildren: Oliver Willcocks, Lilly Willcocks, Tenley Warburton, Tripp Warburton, Kyptan Jans, Kaelyn Jans, Lewis Schaal, Capri Schaal, Masen Jans, and Emeree Jans. Bill was born and raised at Schuler where he worked on the family farm and was educated at Shepherd Hill School. He worked various jobs throughout his life before retiring as a Gas Field Operator in 1990, when he and Evelyn moved to Medicine Hat. After his ‘retirement’, Bill continued farming into his 80’s. Bill enjoyed camping, fishing, driving tractor, curling and traveling in the motor home. He loved family reunions as well but his greatest joy came from spending time with family and friends. Bill was a member of the Moose and the Good Sam Club. Bill will be greatly missed by his wife, sisters, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. After a long full life, Bill is ready to move on, with a smile on his face as the sun sets on the prairies. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Tuesday from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m., and at VICTORY LUTHERAN CHURCH, on Wednesday from 10:00 to 10:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held at VICTORY LUTHERAN CHURCH, 2793 Southview Drive SE, on Wednesday, August 15, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Jim Bredeson officiating. A Private interment will take place at SAAMIS PRAIRIE VIEW CEMETERY. Memorial gifts in Bill’s memory may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 220, 6223 – 2nd Street SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2H 1J5. Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Bill Trieber. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to
SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, “The Chapel in the Park” #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis.com Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.
My deepest condolences. Just to think one week ago we were in your shoes. Cherish the memories. We are holding your entire family in prayer for strength and safe travels as you all gather at the sunset on the prairie. Great memories of a great man, great uncle, and neighbor – may we all keep his sense of humour!
We would like to sent our deepest condolences to you Evelyn and your family on the passing of Bill. Always remember that twinkle in his eyes and the smile on his face. I am sorry I will not be able to come to the funeral but your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Love Debbie Hellman and family.