Gerlinde Mitzner
Posted Sep 1, 2023 | 9:38 AM by PattFH
Gerlinde Marianne Mitzner passed away on Thursday, July 27, 2023 at the age of 81 years old. She was surrounded by her husband and daughters. She will be deeply missed by her husband Armin Mitzner of Medicine Hat. She also leaves to cherish her memory four daughters, Angela (Dave) Darbel, Monica Mitzner, Diana (Leon) Erickson and Tania Mitzner. She is also survived by her seven grandchildren, Will Darbel, Ella Darbel, Adam Darbel, Noah Mitzner, Holly Erickson, Hugh Erickson and Jamie Erickson; her sister, Feli Van Beek as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her mother, Bertha Beckmann; two brothers Martin Beckmann and Dieter Beckmann, and her sister Erika Beckmann.
Gerlinde was born in Konigsberg, Germany, but grew up in Essen, Germany. She immigrated to Canada in 1965 and resided in Calgary, where she met her husband in 1973. She married Armin in 1974 and settled in Medicine Hat to raise their four daughters.
Gerlinde loved going for long drives, children, animals and reading. She especially loved trips to the mountains. Her kindness, generosity and compassion will always be remembered. Gerlinde was devoted to her family and was the absolute best mother.
Sincere thanks and much appreciation to the amazing staff at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice for the incredible care given to Gerlinde and her family.
Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE, on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 8 p.m. and at the church on Wednesday one hour prior to service time. The funeral service will be held at St. Paul Lutheran Church (515 Sprague Way SE) on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Ken Edel officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. To leave a message of condolence you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.
- Date : 2023-07-27
- Location : Medicine Hat, Alberta