Obituary - Walter Friesz

Mr. Walter Friesz, beloved husband of Mrs. Irene Friesz of Medicine Hat, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Friday, February 4, 2005 at the age of 78 years. Walter was born on September 14, 1926 on the family farm near Golden Prairie, Saskatchewan. He later met and married Irene Bauer on November 29, 1952. In his younger years he gained employment with the C.P.R. which sparked his already keen interest in trains. Following his days on the railroad, Walter began a rewarding career in farming which lasted 37 years. During his career he had an 'Old Oliver' tractor that he was quite fond of. Walter retired in 1987 and then moved to Medicine Hat. With the true work ethic of a farmer, he never let grass grow under his feet... he was always on the go! He enjoyed visiting friends and family... which normally meant he would tease them and keep good company. Walter liked fishing, gardening, playing cards and woodworking. He made many flower pots, planters and mailboxes. The time best spent, was time he made for his family. He loved playing and kidding with his grandchildren. Walter will be missed but kept near the hearts of his family including his wife Irene and four children, Larry (Barb), Wayne (Jacque), Sandy (Kelly) and Barry (Donna); 12 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter; a brother Harry (Faye) and two sisters, Frieda and Gladys (Joe) as well as many nieces and nephews. Walter was predeceased by a sister, Alice and a granddaughter, Denise. Those wishing to, paid their respects at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, on Monday, February 7, 2005, between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, February 8, 2005, at 11:00 A.M. with interment to follow at Hillside Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Walter's name may be made directly to the Medicine Hat Cancer Clinic, 666 - 5th Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4H6.