March 20, 2026
By Obituaries on March 20, 2026.
THERESA RENNER
THERESA RENNER 1931 ~ 2025 Rosanna “Theresa” Renner passed away on Monday, December 15, 2025, at the age of 94 years. She was predeceased by her husband and best friend, John Renner in 2019, and her son, Terry Renner in 1997. She is survived by three sons, Garnet (Jean), Blaine (Deb), and Kurt (Patty Romman); one daughter-in-law, Darlene along with eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren. A private interment will take place in the Hillside Cemetery. Friends and family are invited to a Memorial Reception at the MEDICINE HAT GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB on Monday, March 23, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 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
ALLAN LONGWORTH
ALLAN LONGWORTH November 27, 1935 ~ March 5, 2026
On Thursday March 5, 2026, Alfred Allan Longworth “Al” passed away peacefully at the age of 90, surrounded by his loving family at his care home in Medicine Hat. Al’s kindness, positive attitude and humour touched everyone lucky enough to have known him.
He is survived by his children, Bradley and Raelynn (Lloyd); his cherished grandchildren, Kaylee and Hayden and their father Jeff; brothers, Lorne, Earl, Carl, Lyle and sisters, Kay, June and Priscilla. Al’s family meant everything to him and he was always willing to help in any way he could. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Darlene; parents, Joseph and Catherine Longworth and brothers, Sheldon and Dean.
Al was born on November 27, 1935 in Springwater, Saskatchewan. After growing up in nearby Woodrow, he moved to Regina where he worked and later married his high school sweetheart, Darlene, on July 9, 1960. They honeymooned in Yellowstone and within three years, started their family. Al had a long and varied career with the University of Regina and ultimately became a carpenter.
Al and Darlene spent many joyous years raising their children, traveling and after retirement, spending winters in Mesa, Arizona with family and friends.
Al had a huge passion for sports and was very athletic, playing curling and baseball most of his life. He was also a devout Saskatchewan Roughrider fan.
Al’s legacy is one of kindness, hard work, humour and commitment to his family. His gentle ways, funny stories and quirky sayings as well as his love of singing will be dearly missed but never forgotten.
A private celebration of life with family and close friends will be held at a future date this spring. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting
http://www.cooksouthland.com). In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Al’s name can be made directly to the Alzheimer’s Society, 412 – 3 Street S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0H1. 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”
HELEN DIANE KLINCK
1944 – HELEN DIANE KLINCK – 2026
Helen “Diane” Klinck, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026, at the age of 81 years. Born on October 7, 1944, in Edmonton to Kenneth and Ann Hudson, Diane lived a life full of love, laughter, and learning, leaving behind a legacy cherished by many. Diane was a dedicated educator who devoted her career to shaping young minds. Her commitment and passion for teaching earned her the admiration of students and parents alike, culminating in the honor of being voted Teacher of the Year in 1991. Known affectionately as “Grandma Bear,” Diane’s classroom resonated with warmth and music, bringing joy and inspiration to all who were fortunate enough to be her students. Her gentle yet firm approach left an indelible mark on the hearts of many. A skilled pianist, Diane often brought the magic of music into the lives of her students, creating an environment where creativity thrived. Her love for children and storytelling extended beyond the classroom as she penned children’s books, beautifully illustrated by her loving husband, Don. Together, they created a world of wonder and imagination, cherished by children and parents alike. Diane married Don, on July 6, 1983. Together, they built a life filled with shared adventures. Diane’s family was the cornerstone of her world, and she was the heart of theirs. Her loyalty and caring nature were a constant source of strength and comfort to all who knew her. She is survived by her devoted husband, Don; her sister, Donna (Wayne) Minke; her sons, Aaron (Kerry) and Christopher; and her stepson, Douglas (Linda). Her legacy continues through her cherished grandchildren, Sean, Connor, Daniel (Reed), Soda, Blade, Locklyn, Raine, Sierra, and Levi, and her great-grandchildren, Allison and Valerie. Diane also leaves behind her niece, Christine (George); her nephew, Ryan (Karen) and their daughter, Kelsey; her sister-in-law, Nat; and brothers-in-law, Dennis and Robert, along with numerous extended family members and friends. She was predeceased by her parents, Ann and Kenneth. She will be greatly missed and forever remembered. The memorial service will be held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 2:00 pm with Pastor Shane Hein officiating. If unable to attend, family and friends are welcome to participate via livestream by logging in to
http://www.saamis.com and joining the live webcast on Diane’s memorial page at the above date and time. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page for those participating remotely. Condolences may be sent to
condolences@saamis.com subject heading Diane Klinck. Funeral arrangements by
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.
ANN IMMEL
1932 ~ ANN IMMEL ~ 2026 Ann Immel, born October 28, 1932, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at the age of 93 years. She leaves to cherish her memory her four children, Renee Nowicki, Rod (Bonnie) Immel, Michelle (Jack) Ward, and Warren (Deanna) Immel; 11 grandchildren, Matt (Jenny) Ward, Clayton (Natalie) Ward, Ryan (Artemis) Immel, Kristen (Jeremy) McLean, Shawn Immel, Kyle (Kim) Nowicki, Leslie Nowicki, Lacey Nowicki, Travis (Natasha) Immel, Brandon Immel, and Riley Immel;12 great grandchildren; her sister, Dianne Schmaltz; and sisters-in-law, Shirley Greenwald and Kay Riel. Ann was predeceased by her parents, John and Katherine Greenwald; her beloved husband, Ralph Immel; brother, Ralph Greenwald; and sisters, Rose Stotz and Elizabeth Steier. Ann was born in Fox Valley, SK and was raised on the family farm. She moved to Medicine Hat and worked at Hycroft China and met her future husband, Ralph Immel. She married Ralph Immel on October 29, 1951, and they moved to Redcliff. Ralph was an avid gardener, and Ann spent many hours throughout the summer canning and making preserves. Ann loved square dancing and she and Ralph were members of the Square Dancing Club in Redcliff. She also looked forward to and enjoyed summer family vacations in BC. She delighted in visits from her family and friends and hosted many family gatherings. Ann and Ralph moved to Medicine Hat in 1998 and resided at the Wellington for several years. The family would like to thank Dr. Shrives and all the kind and caring staff at The Wellington for their kindness and compassion in our mother’s final days. Vigil Rights (Prayers) will be held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB, on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 7:00 pm. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB, on Friday, March 27, 2026, at 12:45 pm with Fr. Fernando Genogaling, Celebrant. Condolences may be sent to
condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ann Immel. Funeral arrangements by
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.
DWAYNE GIROUX
DWAYNE GIROUX May 6, 1951 ~ March 15, 2026
With, Judy, his loving wife of 48 years by his side, Dwayne Morris John Giroux passed away at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the age of 74 years.
Along with Judy, Dwayne is survived by his family: Audrey (Randy) Greer, Alva Boucher, Lovina Berner, Eugene (Bernice) Giroux, Lyle (Dot) Braunwarth, Faye Cumbers, Karen Crawford (Brian) and extended families. He was predeceased by his son, Jeffrey; parents, Pauline and Jim Giroux; Judy’s parents, Vic and Minnie Braunwarth; siblings, Allen and Joseph in infancy, Jim (Terry), Howard (Lena), Phillip (Joan), Bernice (Rudy) Zirrie and Edmond; brothers-in-law, Carol Berner, Bob Crawford, Dick Perks and Ed Preston.
Dwayne was born in Weyburn, Saskatchewan on May 6, 1951, the youngest of 12 children. Being raised in a large family, many of Dwayne’s siblings had already left home when he was born so he had his Mama wrapped around his little finger.
After graduation, Dwayne attended Sask Tech Institute in Moose Jaw and was hired right out of school by Calgary Power in 1971, working there for 25 years. In between his careers with the power companies, he started his own contracting business in Foremost. Dwayne always loved working with his hands building and renovating houses. In 1997, Dwayne had the opportunity to work for South Alta REA . This was when the farmer owned co-op decided to do their own power construction and maintenance, which later became Equs. He thoroughly enjoyed working there until his retirement, making many lasting friendships along the way.
A Celebration of Dwayne’s life will be held at a later date. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at
http://www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial tributes in Dwayne’s name may be made directly to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 8E8. 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”
DOUGLAS K. REID
DOUGLAS K. REID 1943 – 2026
It is with profound sadness and much love, the family of Douglas ‘Doug’ Kendall Reid announce his passing on March 6, 2026, at the age of 82 years.
Left to cherish his memory is his beloved wife and best friend of 61 years, Leona Reid and their three children, Craig (Colleen) Reid and their daughter, Megan; Deirdre (Hieland) Mayzes and their daughter, Payton; and Brent (Maureen) Reid and their daughter, Cara (Luke Miller).
He is also survived by his sister, Sandra Thorson of Nashville, TN; his brothers, Skip (Joyce) Reid of Wasaga Beach, Ontario; David Reid (Tina Mallette) and Scott (Norma) Reid, both of Cornwall, Ontario.
He is predeceased by his parents, Clifford and Dorina Reid; his brother-in-law, Carl Thorson; his best friend, Keith Arnold; and his furry family member, Promise.
Doug worked for the Department of National Defense for 35 years. He spent 25 years with the Royal Canadian Engineers and his last 10 years of employment were spent with the Public Service of Canada as Fire Chief in Suffield, AB. He was very proud to serve his country and was equally proud that both of his sons chose to as well.
Doug was one of those special people that always had a smile and time for a visit with the many cherished people in his life. He was a quiet, humble and proud man. Throughout the years, he enjoyed golfing, curling, camping and fishing. Some of his favourite times were spent on the lake fishing with his best friend Keith, and his son, Brent. He loved going for walks through the neighbourhood of Crescent Heights. He enjoyed having a cold beer at the Legion with his pals and he also loved spending time with his children and granddaughters. Family dinners were always a highlight, often filled with the sharing of fun family memories. He had a little sparkle in his eyes when his granddaughters would come over and enjoyed endless teasing with them. He loved watching sports, particularly his beloved Minnesota Vikings and the Toronto Blue Jays.
A very heartfelt thank you to the healthcare professionals at River Ridge Medicine Hat who provided special and loving care to Doug for the past 5 years. In his last days, so many staff came to see him to share how much they care about him and give their best wishes for this next journey. Our family is especially grateful to a few special ‘angels on earth’ including Krisie, Gayle, Adam, Stella, Lanette, Christina, and Rosie. Our family will be forever grateful to each of you. Thank you!
“I have come to believe, more strongly than ever, that after people die, they really do live on through those who loved them.” ~ Caroline Kennedy
Friends are welcome to join in celebrating Doug’s life at the Robertson Memorial Royal Canadian Legion Branch 17 at 702 2 St. SE in Medicine Hat on Saturday, March 21 at 1:00pm.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial tribute in honour of your friendship with Doug can be made to the Robertson Memorial Royal Canadian Legion Branch 17 ‘Poppy Fund’ at 702 2 St. SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 0E1. If an e-transfer donation is preferred, please send funds to
legion17@shaw.ca with a note acknowledging the donation in memory of ‘Doug Reid’. These funds will be automatically deposited.
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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