Obituary - Joan Wutzke
Joan Wutzke
1937 - 2022
Joan Wutzke, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, passed away peacefully at Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Wednesday, June 22, 2022, at the age of 84 years. She was predeceased by her husband, Harvey and son-in-law, Lyle Anderson. Joan leaves to cherish her memory her son, Murray (Bernadette) Wutzke and his children, Caitlyn (Jesse), Amanda (Chuck) and Chase; daughter, Sandie Anderson, her children Kyle (Kayla), Josh (Anna), Jon (Kassia) and Clark (Liz). She was very fond of her great-grandchildren and looked forward to frequent visits with Misha, Daxton, Luke, Maddox, Reid, Makenna and Maisy. Joan was a lifetime resident of Medicine Hat and will be missed by her brother John (Carol) MacLaren and sister, Rosella (Dave) Morin who also survive her, along with Harvey’s extended family including brothers, Ralph and Rueben (Violet) and all their families. She treasured her family, taking great pride in all their accomplishments. Joan and Harvey leave a legacy of love which we all can aspire to in our own relationships, a marriage of 63 years, a loving family and a pursuit of all things good in life. Joan was lead through her life by her faith in God and the community that she built through the church. She enjoyed hosting family and friends in her home and picnics in the park. We will fondly remember her famous baked goods and delicious cooking, often including fresh vegetables and pickles from their amazing garden. The family wish to thank the paramedics, Dr. Parks, the exceptional nurses and administrators in the emergency department of the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital for their sensitive and compassionate care. A Private Graveside Celebration of Joan’s life will be held at Hillside Cemetery on Sunday, June 26, 2022, with Pastor Murray Jaster officiating.
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Tim Martin:
Jun 23, 2022 at 10:37 PM
Dear Sandie/Murray and extended family:
We will truly miss your mom/grandma/greatgrandma/sister/aunt.
Joan was always a shining light as the matriarch of the Wutzke clan. Her smile and genuine good nature to everyone she met always shone through. Her faith and love of her family was undeniable, expressed by a hug/kind words or her amazing grandma Bessie cookies! I know that she will live on as her nature will be replayed throughout all of your own lives expressed in your own ways by her influence. God bless Joan, you are were an amazing lady and wife to Harvey of 63 years. I hope you are baking cookies and looking after Harvey in heaven! We love you all! Tim Martin and Theresa Weerdenburg
Kim Pancoast:
Jun 24, 2022 at 11:17 AM
David and I send our condolences to you and yours. Your Mom was a good listener and always had a twinkle in her eye.
Freda and Harold Bertelsen:
Jun 24, 2022 at 11:53 AM
To the Wutzke family,
Please except our heartfelt condolences for the loss of your mom and dad. We had the pleasure of knowing them for years. May they fly with the Angels. xoxo
Nadeen Reist:
Jun 24, 2022 at 01:21 PM
Your beautiful loved one, Joan, was one of this person I met when I moved to The Hat almost 17 years ago. We met through a Ladies Prayer group at First Assembly. She walked with me and prayed for our family as I walked through the sudden loss of our daughter.
I know Joan is truly HOME and welcomed by our Lord with “well done my faithful servant”
Coleen Boxell:
Jun 24, 2022 at 01:32 PM
Dear Murray and Sandie and your families, I'm so thankful I made time to bring a coffee and baked good to your Mom two weeks ago. We had such a great visit and now I'm so sad she's gone. 😭
Rest well now dear Joan. You were a good and faithful servant. Heaven has gained an angel. 😇
Fred and Jeanette Tarnasky:
Jun 25, 2022 at 04:34 PM
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Joan. We have known the family for years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time
Audrey & Robert Buzinski:
Jun 25, 2022 at 06:10 PM
Our thoughts are with you at this time in the loss of your mother and grandmother Joan. It was just a week ago I came over to Joan’s to cut her hair, I have always enjoyed coming to the house and also have a good visit. She will be dearly missed. Sending Our Blessings and Prayers,
Audrey & Robert Buzinski
Ken and Barb Barnard:
Jun 28, 2022 at 09:33 PM
Joan was such a special lady to everyone who knew her. She will be missed! Prayers and hugs to Murry,Sandy and families!
Elaine Shand:
Jun 29, 2022 at 09:12 PM
Dear Murray, Sandie and families,
I cherish the most wonderful childhood memories of your Mom’s welcoming smile and twinkle in her eye whenever we invaded your home for playtime - so many years ago!
Sincerest condolences to all.
Elaine
Alice and George Theofan:
Jul 28, 2022 at 07:59 PM
Dear Sandy and Family,
George and I are saddened to learn of the passing of your dear mom, grandma and great grandma. Your mom was a lovely lady that always had a smile for everyone. Sending you our condolences at this sad time.
George and Alice.