Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at 12:00 a.m.
Hecker, Georgine "George" Mary
With great sadness we announce that GEORGINE "GEORGE" HECKER passed away on May 23, 2023 at St. Michael's Health Centre, Lethbridge, AB at the age of 69 years.
With great sadness we announce that GEORGINE "GEORGE" HECKER passed away on May 23, 2023 at St. Michael's Health Centre, Lethbridge, AB at the age of 69 years.
She was predeceased by her parents, Michael and Philomena (née Garrecht) Hecker.
Georgine is survived by her siblings: Frank (Geri) Hecker, Eduard (Olga) Hecker, Maria (Dean) Sehn, Lydia (Ron) Buscholl; numerous nieces and nephews; and relatives in Winnipeg and Germany.
Georgine was born on March 5, 1954 in Spalt, Bavaria, Germany. Georgine graduated from McCoy High School in Medicine Hat, AB and from Lethbridge College in 1973 with a Criminal Justice Diploma. She was awarded a Bachelor of Professional Arts Degree with distinction in 2003 from Athabasca University. Georgine was employed by the Alberta Provincial Court, in Medicine Hat and later in Lethbridge. She held several positions including Justice of the Peace and at her retirement was Deputy Administrator. George loved her nieces and nephews, inviting them to spend time with her during summer vacation. She enjoyed family gatherings and made it a point to attend every event she could.
Thank you to the medical teams at the Chinook Regional Hospital and St. Michael's Health Centre, Palliative Care Unit and to all Georgine's friends who supported her during her illness.
A Funeral Mass will be held at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405 - 12 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, on May 31, 2023 at 1:30 P.M. with Father Kevin Tumback celebrating.
Georgine will be laid to rest in the Hillside Cemetery, Medicine Hat, AB at a later date.
Flowers are gratefully declined. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
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We are so sad to hear of Georgina's passing. She was a special person, and was always giving of her knowledge and time. She had a very big heart. Our deepest sympathies are with the family. Tovi, Jim, and Celeste
My condolences on the passing of Georgine. Special people like Georgine shape our lives and live on in us. Helen Keller said "All that we love deeply becomes a part of us" Thinking of you all.
George, your life was a blessing, your friendship a treasure. Rest in peace. Condolences to your family.
My condolences to the Hecker families. R.I.P Beautiful lady. You will always be in my heart
I pass on my sincere condolences to George's family. I am very sorry for your loss. She was a friend and a well respected lady. All who knew George will miss her dearly. May God bless you and R.I.P. George.
My most sincere and deepest condolences. George was a very dear friend and colleague for more than 40 years. May God give strength and comfort through this difficult time.
Deepest condolences to the Family and Friends of George. A co-worker of 29 years and a good friend has been taken far too soon. Rest in Peace George ... Late Breakfast at the A&W will not be the same without you.