December 24, 2025

By Obituaries on December 24, 2025.

MYRON DEIS

1970 – MYRON DEIS – 2025 It is with a shattered heart and endless love that I announce the passing of my beloved husband, Myron Deis, on December 17, 2025. He left this world far too soon but filled it with more joy in his 55 years than most experience in a lifetime.
Myron wasn’t just my husband; he was my best friend the man who made every day brighter with his gentle nature and unwavering support. From the moment we met in Grade 8 swimming class, we knew we would be a fixture in each other’s lives.
A man of quiet strength and boundless generosity, Myron taught me to appreciate life’s simple moments. He loved gathering with friends and family, whether sharing a meal, golfing in a beautiful setting, or simply sitting by the backyard fire pit. He loved to travel and enjoyed the peace of relaxation.
The void he leaves is immeasurable a silence where his voice, his touch, and his presence once filled everything. But his spirit remains in the memories we shared, a beautiful legacy etched in my heart. He was, simply put, the best husband in the world. Our love story, though cut short, was everything. I’ll carry you with me always, my love, until we meet again.
Myron was deeply loved and cherished. His legacy continues through his wife, Nancy Carless; his mother, Laurene Deis; his brother, James Deis; his sisters-in-law, Sandra Kane (Trent) and Lisa Carless; and his cousins, Mark Fischer (Tanya) and Steve Jetter (Cindy). Myron also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends.
To my Myron, I miss your arms around me, that safe place to go. You were the most loving, kind, giving man, and I’m so proud to have been your wife.
Charitable donations in Myron’s memory may be made to the Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society (AARCS), 5060 74 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB, T2C 3C9. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Myron Deis. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to
SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL
CHAPEL CREMATORIUM &
RECEPTION CENTRE,
“The Chapel in the Park
#1 Dunmore Road SE,
Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5
(403)528-2599
http://www.saamis.com
inquiry@saamis.com
Locally owned and directed
CGR Holdings Ltd.
SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL
CHAPEL CREMATORIUM &
RECEPTION CENTRE,
“The Chapel in the Park
#1 Dunmore Road SE,
Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5
(403)528-2599
http://www.saamis.com
inquiry@saamis.com
Locally owned and directed
CGR Holdings Ltd.

KEITH MCDOUGALL

KEITH MCDOUGALL With the family in our thoughts and on their behalf, we respectfully announce the passing of Keith McDougall. Keith passed away at the River Ridge Seniors Village on Friday, December 19, 2025, at the age of 67 years. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral
Chapel Crematorium &
Reception Facility
901 – 13th Street S.W.
Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4
Phone 403-527-6455
http://www.cooksouthland.com
“Locally owned & directed”

PEGGY BENGERT

PEGGY BENGERT 1953 ~ 2025 Peggy Bengert, loving wife of Jim, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Monday, December 22, 2025, at the age of 72 years. Along with Jim, left to cherish Peggy’s memory are her son, James and daughter, Christina (Will) Glasgo. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Rd S.E., Medicine Hat on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral
Chapel Crematorium &
Reception Facility
901 – 13th Street S.W.
Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4
Phone 403-527-6455
http://www.cooksouthland.com
“Locally owned & directed”

WILLIAM HANS WANNAMAKER

1938 – WILLIAM HANS WANNAMAKER – 2025
William (Bill) Hans Wannamaker of Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 21st, 2025, at the age of 87 years. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Katie Rosie Wannamaker (nee Dorn). He is also lovingly remembered by his daughters, Sandra (Jacques) Lacasse and Cheryl (Brian) Gill; son, Dan (Melissa); his six grandchildren, Tyler (Taylor Bodin), Shae-Lynn (Parker Starner); Bryson, Cassey (Eidan Jonker), Reece and Hadlee. He is also survived by his sister, Donna (Dan Dyck, predeceased); brothers-in-law, Bill (Margret Dorn) and Brian Plant; sister-in-law, Betty (John Hertz, predeceased); as well as numerous nieces and nephews who adored him. Bill was predeceased by his parents, Lloyd and Annie; his brothers, Dick (Valeda) and Jack; sisters June (Lou Barsness) and Mary (Joe Perkins); and his guardian angel granddaughter, Shawnae Rose Lacasse. He is also predeceased by his brothers-in-law, Joe (Adaline), John, Alec (Marie), Andy (Helen), Jim, George (Susan); and his sisters-in-law, Mary (Russel Roman), Sally Dorn and Helen Plant.
Bill was born in Gull Lake, Saskatchewan and was raised in the Didsbury, Alberta area. He spent his early years tearing up the local saloons and getting into the occasional drunken fight. He met the love of his life, Katie, in 1960 and married May 12th, 1962, and their three children followed. Bill always had a strong work ethic which was demonstrated in the multiple jobs he worked in his early adulthood before starting his own business, B.W. Trucking. He loved trucking until his retirement, working for businesses such as Industrial Backhoe, Steep Rock, and Transit Paving. There are not many roads in Southern Alberta that Bill has not driven.
Bill was a cowboy at heart, loved a good western, and was also a WWE fanatic. He was known as the life of the party, always seen dancing and singing with a specialty in yodeling. He was playful and beloved by us all. His joy of the little things in life was infectious to those around him, his laughter filling any room. He was truly one of a kind and is leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication. He will forever be our Wild Bill.
A funeral service to celebrate Bill’s life will be held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB on Saturday, December 27th, 2025, at 11:00 am. If unable to attend, family and friends are welcome to participate via livestream by logging on to Bill’s memorial page at http://www.saamis.com and joining the live webcast at the above date and time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Covenant Foundation in support of St. Josephs Home, 156 3 Street NE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 5M1; in recognition of Katie’s passion for her work there. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Bill Wannamaker. Funeral arrangements are intrusted to
SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL
CHAPEL CREMATORIUM &
RECEPTION CENTRE,
“The Chapel in the Park
#1 Dunmore Road SE,
Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5
(403)528-2599
http://www.saamis.com
inquiry@saamis.com
Locally owned and directed
CGR Holdings Ltd.

SHIRLEY VOLK

SHIRLEY VOLK 1938 ~ 2025 Shirley Volk, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025, at the age of 87 years. At Shirley’s request no formal service will be held. Cremation has been entrusted to the Pattison Funeral Home and Crematorium. To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.
PATTISON FUNERAL HOME
AND CREMATORIUM
540 South Railway St. SE,
Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

ANNABELLE “ANN” MARIE MCGR

ANNABELLE “ANN” MARIE MCGROGAN (BEAUBIEN) January 26th, 1934 December 20th, 2025 Ann McGrogan passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025, at the age of 91. Ann was born and raised in Mallorytown, Ontario, before moving to the Kingston area, where she met her late husband, Tom. They raised their three sons, Steve (High River), Andy (Medicine Hat), and Paul (Inverhuron), in Bath. Ann loved her many hobbies, especially gardening, where she was happiest creating beautiful spaces with ponds, planting flowers, and growing vegetables. In her retirement from the penitentiary service, she was proud to have become the first female to become a procurement officer in the region, breaking some glass ceilings in her day. She moved to Alberta to be closer to two of her boys. She is survived by her brother, Morris Beaubien (Sudbury), and sister, Donna Greenlees (Kingston).
No formal service will be held. Condolences may be made at http://www.gracememorial.com. Arrangements are made by
Grace Memorial Affordable
Burial & Cremation
1924 10th Ave N.W.
Medicine Hat, Alberta T1C 1T5
http://www.gracememorial.com
403-905-0440

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