The funeral for one of four armoured car guards shot during a heist in Edmonton is being held today.
Michelle Shegelski was shot to death June 15 while she and her co-workers were refilling a bank machine at the University of Alberta.
Shegelski's husband, parents and other family members say in a statement that they have received support from across the country.
They say their lives have been forever changed, but so have the lives of the people whom Shegelski touched.
Services have already been held for 39-year-old Eddie Rejano and 35-year-old Brian Ilesic.
Meanwhile Matthew Schuman is recovering in hospital from injuries sustained when he was shot in the head during the robbery.
Matthew’s wife Jennifer released a statement Monday thanking everyone for the continued support.
“It's been ten days since Travis Baumgartner viciously attacked his co-workers and we are all still trying to come to terms with this tragedy.
Because of the continued public support and genuine interest and concern for Matthew's condition, we would like to provide a brief update on his recovery.
On June 15th, Matthew sustained a direct gun shot wound to the head. That same day, he had surgery to remove the lodged bullet and was put into an induced comma.
On Tuesday morning (June 19th) his breathing tube was removed, and soon after he was awakened. Friday, he was moved out of the Intensive Care Unit and placed into a monitoring ward.
He is undergoing physiotherapy to regain full control over his motor skills, which are present but have been greatly affected.
He recognizes his family and was overwhelmed with joy to see our two-year old son for the first time last night since the incident.
He was eagerly attentive when our son attempted to describe a new toy he received. Matthew's communication skills are limited, but we do understand each other.
On behalf of the Schuman family we would like to express our sincere gratitude to Dr. O'Kelly for performing the life-saving surgery as well as nurse Carole and her dedicated staff for their outstanding support.
In addition, to the medical staff at the University of Alberta, we would like to thank Detective Rob Mills and the Edmonton Police Service for their professionalism and quick work in apprehending Travis.
Our family is truly appreciative of the public's on-going support and our focus now is on Matthew's recovery, as we try to restore a sense of normality in our lives.”
-Jennifer and family
A fifth guard, Travis Baumgartner, is charged with first-degree murder, attempted murder and robbery.
