Obituary - Constance Schlachter
Constance Schlachter
1949 - 2024
"Connie"
January 13, 1949 ~ January 12, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Constance Bernadette ‘Connie’ Schlachter announce her sudden passing at River Ridge Seniors Village in Medicine Hat at the age of 74 years, one day before her 75th birthday.
She is survived by her mother, Theresa June Judkins; siblings, Myrna Judkins, Bryan (Linda) Judkins, Wayne Judkins, Rita McNeil, Terri (John) Mazereeuw; numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces/nephews and in-laws, Judy Judkins, Gaby Schlachter and Mary (Alvin) Wutzke. She was predeceased by her husband, Albert Schlachter; father, Neil Judkins; brother, Timothy Judkins as well as Albert’s parents, Timothy and Appolonia and brothers, Gary and Kenny.
Connie was the oldest of seven and had many good memories of growing up at the “Gas Camp.”
She attended schools in Burdett and Bow Island. In her early adult years, Connie was a member of the ceramics club where she made many beautiful gifts for family and friends. She was working at the Bow Island IGA when she met her future husband, Albert. He farmed near Conquerville where she joined him after their marriage on April 29, 1979, and they lived there until she lost him to cancer on June 15, 1996. Connie then moved to Medicine Hat where she met many friends and enjoyed city life. She volunteered at CNIB at the suggestion of her good friend, Shirley Dupmeier and had many funny stories to tell about Shirley and her guide dog. Connie then got engaged to Ben Heschl and they later moved to Ladysmith, B.C. where she sent many emails to her sisters bragging about the nice weather and all the fun they were having. They lived there for almost 10 years until Ben’s sudden passing, after which time she returned to Medicine Hat.
Connie’s favourite vacation memories were visiting the British Isles, Hawaii and weekend trips to Great Falls. She really enjoyed being one of the girls in the exclusive “Clothing Party” group where many laughs were had by all.
Connie was a gentle soul, sensitive, and very caring for others be it family, friends, or strangers. She enjoyed laughing and telling jokes even when she couldn’t remember the punchline.
After losing two mates, Connie faced even further challenges later in life but her faith and fortitude prevailed. She was a self-proclaimed “people person” who had compassion for all, and was blessed to have had so many kind, compassionate people in her midst as well.
The family would like to thank the staff at River Ridge and all other health care facilities, as well as individual friends and others who cared for her over the years.
Vigil Prayers will be recited at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Sunday, January 21, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. with Deacon Robert Risling officiating. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat on Monday, January 22, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. with Father Iqbal Khurshid celebrant. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Those wishing to join the family virtually and experience the Funeral Mass via live stream are invited to watch by connecting to YouTube and searching: Medicine Hat Holy Family Church, then selecting the video link at service time. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
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Dave and Karen Smith:
Jan 13, 2024 at 11:25 AM
Our sincere sympathy in your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Alida:
Jan 13, 2024 at 10:17 PM
Condolences to Connie's family.
I spent many delightful hours with her at River Ridge. She was a joy to assist. She always had a joke, a laugh and a smile ... she will be missed by all that knew her
Tony Schlachter:
Jan 14, 2024 at 02:15 PM
Condolences to Albert and family from Tony and Barb.
Tony &Bev Hammel:
Jan 14, 2024 at 05:19 PM
Our deepest sympathy.
Ria Welbourne:
Jan 14, 2024 at 09:21 PM
My sincerest condolence to the whole family! Sorry for your loss!
Love and prayers!
Juanita Schlachter:
Jan 14, 2024 at 10:47 PM
Aunt June, Myrna, Bryan, Wayne, Rita, Terri and families,
Lorne and I are saddened to hear of Connie’s passing and extend deepest sympathy to you all.
I have many cherished memories of times spent with Connie at my family home, your home, and school and I hold dear the chat I had with her last April.
Bev & Joe Thacker:
Jan 15, 2024 at 01:48 PM
Our deepest condolences to Aunt June and all the family. We have so many fond memories of Connie.
Thinking of you and sending hugs and prayers.
Joe & Bev Thacker
Roberta Roth:
Jan 15, 2024 at 03:00 PM
To Auntie June and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Connie’s death.
I am sending love, prayers, and sympathy to all of you.
I do remember good times down at the Gas Camp.
I haven’t seen many of you for a long time, but I do think of you often.
Love, Roberta
Mary & Robert Schlachter:
Jan 15, 2024 at 03:14 PM
Wayne and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Connie's passing. It was good to see you at the class reunion this past summer. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Mary & Robert Schlachter
Arlene Sauer:
Jan 15, 2024 at 07:14 PM
Sincere Condolences to Connie's Family & Friends. 🌹 🙏 🕊
Lavina Schmidt:
Jan 17, 2024 at 03:41 PM
My sincere sympathy to the family. So sorry for your loss. Love to all of you.
Trina Kobley:
Jan 18, 2024 at 12:19 PM
My sincere condolences to Terri and extended family on the sudden passing of Connie. Wishing you all the peace and comfort possible during this difficult journey.
Trina Kobley
Susie Mandziak:
Jan 18, 2024 at 01:47 PM
Our condolences to all of Connie's family and friends. We will miss her dearly at River Ridge Seniors Village. Her smile and her giggle was contagious along with her easy going personality. She will not be forgotten.
From River Ridge Management and staff.
Joe Corrigan:
Jan 18, 2024 at 09:23 PM
Dear Rita, Family & Friends of Connie: May peace be with you in this time of loss, and may her spirit lift and preserve you in the days ahead.
Shirley (Zmurchyk) Sherwick:
Jan 19, 2024 at 03:12 PM
Deepest condolences to all of Connie's family. She will be dearly missed!
Gary & Shelley Yates:
Jan 20, 2024 at 04:16 PM
Aunt June, Myrna, Brian & Linda, Wayne, Rita, Terri & John and all the family.
Gary and I are very sorry to hear of Connie's passing & have wonderful memories of her.
When Gary's mom was in the Pleasant View Lodge and Connie lived just a few doors away, we had great visits with her. She was always smiling, asking about how our girls and grandkids were doing and loved to joke around with Gary.
We are unable to attend the funeral mass, and will be watching the live stream service.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. 💕🙏
Love,
Gary & Shelley
Jack and Pat whimster:
Jan 21, 2024 at 01:48 PM
Sending our sympathy and prayers and are so sorry for the loss of a genuine best of our cousin
Lindsey Schlachter De Kreek:
Jan 21, 2024 at 06:25 PM
I was saddened to hear of Connie’s passing. She and Albert were such special neighbours and friends while I was growing up in Conquerville. Connie was such a beautiful lady inside and out and she will be greatly missed. May the Lord’s great blessing be upon her and her family. My prayers and thoughts are with you all!
Erna Bollinger:
Jan 21, 2024 at 07:43 PM
June, Myrna, Rita, and Terri
I send my deepest condolences on the passing of Connie. I am so proud to have been a member of that Clothing Party group and become Connie's friend. We had so many laughs. Connie needed us at that time, navigating so many changes. I still have a a Secret Sister treasure she gave me and I treasure it.
I am so glad she was able to enjoy the beauty of Vancouver Island.
May good memories be a comfort to you.
May she rest in peace.
Lorraine Kimmitt Mackenzie:
Jan 22, 2024 at 02:10 PM
My Condolences to Aunt June and family, so sorry for your loss
Thinking of you all.
Lorraine