Obituary - Ellen Balmer
Ellen Balmer
1928 - 2016
Mrs. Ellen Marie Balmer, beloved wife of the late Mr. Thomas Sanderson Balmer II, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Wednesday, February 17, 2016, at the age of 87 years. She is survived by her three sons, Russell (Laura), Gordon, James (Sandy) all of Medicine Hat; grandchildren, Neil, Erica, Coreen (Maarten), Thomas, Kevin, Scott (Coral), Jeremy (Alisha) and great- grandson, Ryder. She was predeceased by her parents, Russell and Cecilia Noble and husband, Tom. Ellen graduated as a Registered Nurse from the Medicine Hat General Hospital School of Nursing in 1951. She worked on the maternity ward for numerous years and later went on to be the head nurse in the recovery room at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital until her retirement in 1985. Ellen touched many lives with her grace and dignity as a Registered Nurse. In her retirement years she enjoyed golfing, quilting, reading, working with the Medicine Hat General Hospital School of Nurses Alumnae and spending time with family and friends. The Celebration of Ellen’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, on Wednesday, February 24, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. If friends so desire, donations in Ellen’s memory may be made directly to the Medicine Hat S.P.C.A., 55 Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A?8E8. A private family interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery prior to the service.
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Thinking of You:
Feb 20, 2016 at 12:02 AM
We have just heard of the passing of your mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
Our thought and prayers are with you all.
Linda & Ray Moreau
Harold and Kathy Exner:
Feb 20, 2016 at 06:02 PM
Our sincerest sympathies to each of you as your mourn the passing of your mom. Our mothers hold such a special place in our hearts and it is always sad when we have to say goodbye. We hope you will find peace and comfort in the the wonderful memories you have to keep. Sincerely, Harold and Kathy
Ted & Sandy Cutlan:
Feb 22, 2016 at 01:02 AM
Gordon and the Balmer family, Sorry to hear of your sad loss. We know how much your Mom meant to all of you and how well thought of she was in the community. Ted and Sandy Cutlan Calgary
Mike and Pat Tivadar:
Feb 22, 2016 at 08:02 PM
Our deepest sympathy to all of the Balmer Family during this difficult time. May Ellen rest in peace.
Alice and George Theofan:
Feb 23, 2016 at 03:02 AM
Russ, Gord, Jim and family, George and I are so sorry here of the passing of your Mom. Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
Take care... Alice and George.
David & Nena:
Feb 24, 2016 at 08:02 PM
Russ, Gordon, Jim & Families: Dave & I send our very deepest sympathy. Please know that our thoughts & prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Hold all those memories of your wonderful Mother deep within your hearts. Our Love David & Nena.
Bruce and Bettejean Fisher:
Mar 01, 2016 at 07:03 PM
Our sincere sympathy to all . We have many wonderful memories of your mother going back as far as the Purple Springs days . I (Bj) even played a piano solo at her wedding reception...Always enjoyed a visit with her here in Taber on many occasions and appreciated her kindness to Bruce's sister Cassie Sevalrud.
Arlene Scherer:
Mar 29, 2016 at 05:03 PM
Our deepest condolences on the loss of your mother, Gordon. Vicky Scherer Pettrisch had asked me to contact you. Please feel free to contact me at 403 529-5995 or email at f-scherer@memlane.com
GERI HUFF:
Jun 14, 2016 at 01:06 AM
So sorry for your loss. Al & Geri Huff & family