Obituary - Fred Schaan
Fred Schaan
July 15 - 2015
Mr. Fred Schaan, beloved husband of Marlene Schaan, passed away peacefully while surrounded with love by his family at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Wednesday, July 15, 2015, at the age of 80 years. Fred was born June 12, 1935 in Zelma, Saskatchewan, an identical twin brother to Andy. Fred moved with his family to various communities throughout the western provinces before finally settling in Medicine Hat. In June of 2013, he married his longtime sweetheart, Marlene and their relationship continued to flourish. Fred owned and operated a charter business and enjoyed life behind the wheel. He was a man deeply connected to his family and devoted to his faith as a member of Holy Family Parish. Fred enjoyed going to the mall for coffee, travelling and watching hockey as he was an avid Tigers fan. He was a unique man with a wonderful sense of humor and quick wit and will be dearly missed. Fred was family oriented and was loved by his family as much as he loved them. Besides his wife Marlene, he is survived by his children, Tammy Carriere, Dale Schaan, Kevin Schaan and Lanny Whiteford; Marlene’s children, Jason (Stacey) Daffy and Jeremy Daffy; seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; sisters, Annie and Margie and twin brother, Andy as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Christian and Lillian Schaan and step-father, Anthony Schaan; 3 brothers, 5 sisters and a son-in-law, Perry Whiteford. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Sunday, July 19, 2015, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and again one hour prior to the service. The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Monday, July 20, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial donations in Fred’s name may be made directly to the Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation (Palliative Care), 666 - 5th Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6 or to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8.
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Valerie Bouvier:
Jul 17, 2015 at 09:07 PM
Heartfelt condolences to Marlene, Tammy, Dale, Kevin and Lanny as well as to all of your families. Uncle Fred was such a strong man who handled his adversity and health issues with strength and dignity. I will miss his sense of humour and the kindness he showed to all of his family. May all your beautiful memories of him serve to comfort you during this difficult time. Love you all... ~Valerie xoxoxo
Diana McGowan:
Jul 18, 2015 at 02:07 PM
I was so sorry to read of Fred's passing. I know he will be sadly missed by all of you. My thoughts and prayers will be with your family at this difficult time.
Graham and Anne Finch:
Jul 18, 2015 at 07:07 PM
Sorry to read of Freds passing which bought back many wonderful memories of working with him at Deluxe Central in the 80's and 90's.Our condolences to Andy, Marlene and families.
Tammy:
Jul 20, 2015 at 05:07 PM
I'm trying so hard to be strong Dad, I know God needed you in His Heavens...you will always be the light of my life and the most courageous, strongest inspiration I know. We admire you and feel so lucky, proud and honored to be blessed with our Dad, and your big, soft heart. I'll miss your very loving expressive warm brown eyes that twinkled when you were amused by something and your laughter that warmed my heart! I know you will feel the love today, God Bless you, and send our love to the angels up there. ps.when I get there be ready as I will be making a big flying leap into your arms! Love You to Infinity and Beyond xoxo.......Tammy xoxo.......
Leah and Jimmy:
Jul 20, 2015 at 06:07 PM
Precious family sending you love and prayers of comfort.
Don, Kim and Jasmine Skirten:
Jul 20, 2015 at 07:07 PM
What a Beautiful Beautiful family that has emanated from Fred's sole. His love and spirit will live on forever within the memories and lives of those he touched and that surrounded him.
Linda biedler:
Jul 20, 2015 at 11:07 PM
Dear Marlene and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Marlene I thought about you guys everyday. I am sorry that I am not there today to support you. Fred is now in a better place now, he is not stuffing anymore, I know it is still going to be hard, but eventually it will get easier. I love you Marlene and I miss you.
God bless you and your family.
Linda
Marlene Schaan (wife):
Jul 27, 2015 at 07:07 AM
Miss you so much my darling Fred I wish I could of taking some of your pain as you suffered down the path, but you did it all and fought everyday. All I could do is feel your pain with sad eyes and tears.
Love you always ,,,Marlene and Bobby