Annie Degenhardt, beloved wife of William "Bill" Degenhardt of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, December 6th, 2016 at the age of 74 years. Annie leaves to cherish her memory her loving husband of 52 years, Bill; her son, Patrick (Lisa) Degenhardt and their children, Payton and Jaxon Degenhardt; her daughter, Michaelene (Doug) Spencer and their children, Billie and Leighton Spencer; one sister, Vivian Anhelher; four sisters-in-law, Ilene Getz, Delores (Dick) Edwards, Valeri (Rick) Stefani and Gerry Degenhardt; one brother-in-law, John Degenhardt; and many nieces and nephews, as well as numerous family members in Sweden, a heritage she was very proud of. She was always torn on who to cheer for whenever Sweden and Canada played against each other in Curling or Hockey. Annie was predeceased by her parents, Nels and Brita Erickson; her in-laws, Val and Connie Degenhardt; one brother, Johnny Erickson; one sister, Bertha Long; three brothers-in-law, Jack Anhelher, Lewis Long and Mike Degenhardt; and one nephew, Kenny Stefani. Annie was born on August 24th, 1942 in Cabri, Saskatchewan, was raised in Abbey, Saskatchewan and later moved to Medicine Hat where she attended Garbutt's Business College. Annie married her husband Bill on May 8th, 1965. Together they raised their two children in Medicine Hat. She was employed by Lily, Sherlock and Baker Insurance and later became a home maker. Annie will be remembered for her uncanny memory of important dates…in the past and the future. She never forgot a birthday or anniversary and made sure everyone else remembered too. She enjoyed doing yard work and feeding the rabbits and birds in her yard throughout the year. Annie looked forward to family gatherings and loved her family and grandchildren very much, always seeing the very best in them all. She loved to bake and make people happy with her treats, her shortbread cookies were the best. Annie enjoyed watching curling and football, and was proud to be a long-time member of the Legion. At Annie's request, there will be no formal funeral. "Nothing fancy" words she used almost every time she placed a beautiful meal in front of her family.
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