February 11, 2025

By Obituaries on February 11, 2025.

NORMAN PETER NEIGUM

NORMAN PETER NEIGUM Oct 7/1957 to November 23/2024
It is with profound sadness that the family of Norman Peter Neigum better known as ( “Stormin Norman”) wish to announce his passing on November 23/2024 at St Paul’s Hospital in Saskatoon, Sask at the age of 67 years old.
Left to mourn is his wife of 40 years Darla Dorsett, His Daughter and Son-in-law Colby & Curtis Reschny and their children Andi, Noah & Nash, His Son & Daughter-in-law Shayne & Monique Neigum and their children Knox and Riggs. Brother-in-law Greg Dorsett & his children, Brett & Stacey Dorsett, Danny & Jadah Dorsett, Nancy Sinclair, David & Cassie Sinclair, Brother-in-law Dean Dorsett & Lin Christal and their children, Chad Dorsett, Michael & Stacey Dorsett & Derek & Allison Dorsett, Jennifer Christal, Brittany Christal & Devon Christal, Sister-in-law Vickie and Craig Newmeyer and their children Brady & Nicole Newmeyer & Brittany Newmeyer.
Norm’s Mom, Martha Neigum, His brother James & Janice Neigum & their children Sarah & Steve
Thompson, Royce & Kristi Neigum, Nicole Scott & Brad Whittaker, Tracy & Cameron Cooper, Josh & Erin Scott, Justin Scott, Brother Simon & Sherry Neigum and their children Tatum Neigum, Shayla Neigum, Keely & Kyle Cardinal, Ally & Austin Whitney & Noah Bigland, Sister Joan & Rod Deis and their children Jordon & Ally Deis, Shawn Deis & Amy Dutton & Evan Deis.
Also left to mourn are Norm’s many Aunts & Uncles, Cousins & Friends whom he kept in touch with, told many stories about and enjoyed the many phone calls over the past few years.
Norm was predeceased by his Dad, Sam Neigum on March 15, 2015.
Norm was born in Leader, Saskatchewan on October 7, 1957 and grew up on the family farm in Mendham, Saskatchewan. In 1969, the Neigum family moved to Medicine Hat, Alberta where Martha began a career at Sunnyside Nursing Home and Sam worked at Renbar Drilling.
Norm attended McCoy High School in Medicine Hat and was offered early graduation at the age 16 years old. He did a short stint at a glass factory, but soon joined his Dad at Renbar Drilling, where they drilled water wells. This is when Norm followed in his Dad’s footsteps and became a welder.
Norm’s love of drilling soon led him to the drilling rigs where he would work his way up the ladder as a Tool Push with various Drilling companies. Norm’s job with Tempco Drilling brought him to the Kindersley, Saskatchewan area in the early 80’s. By this time, Norm had a lot of experience in drilling oil wells & was deeply Proud of how he maintained his rigs with very little down time.
His work ethic was unmeasurable, his ability to weld & fabricate, trouble shoot & fix anything was where he excelled. Norm had a very innovative and engineering mind and was able to problem solve under the most intense situations. His ultimate passion was “making hole” and being in the record books for drilling the fastest hole in the Viking formation. Norm always said drilling oilwells was his true calling and that passion never left him.

Norm was a warrior in life, not only physically, but mentally as well. He could outwork and outwill most people with the end goal being “Getting the Job done” ! Norm always said the craziest thing he did in his life was fighting oilfield fires when he owned Global Firefighting. He always described oilfield firefighting as one of the most exhilarating and ” balls on the line” experiences and he loved the challenges and rewards that came with it. He described going to a place that not many could get to, when he would be hovering above a drilling rig on fire or a blazing well head or tank farm. He fought oilfield fires in Alberta and Saskatchewan.
In 1984, Norm met the Love of his life, Darla Dorsett from Kindersley, Sask.
His Daughter, Colby was born in 1985 and his Son, Shayne was born in 1990. Having kids changed Norm’s life dramatically, as being a Dad was what Norm referred to as his ” greatest accomplishment”. Norm was always a “Kid Magnet”! Colby & Shayne grew up in a very Special loving environment with a Dad who showed them how to have fun while being productive and hard working at the same time. All of Norm’s Grandchildren were blessed to experience his fun personality, his unconditional Love and they all grew up cruising around on the wheelchair on Papa’s lap.
Norm was consulting away from home and made the decision to start Neigum Hot Oilers in 1991, so he could be at home with his family. After several years of hot oiling, Norm sold the Hot Oilers and purchased his first winch truck and Good To Go Trucking was born. It wasn’t long and Norm added Good To Go Rentals to his portfolio. In 2013, Norm added GPE Fluids Management to his group of companies. Norm grew the company with his wife Darla in Kindersley & over the past 34 years have employed over 400 people. If you could put in a hard days work and have a little fun at the same time, Norm was a happy camper.

Racing was in Norm’s blood from a very early age and his love of racing never waivered. He started racing in the 90’s where he became a member of the Canadian Mud Racers Organization. His passion for speed and racing led him to start Good To Go Racing. Norm was ultra competitive which propelled a storied & illustrious racing career. Over the years Norm mentored his son, Shayne to become one of the most successful drivers with CMRO today. He also mentored many young people thru racing and was know as the “Godfather” at the race tracks, right up to his passing.
Norm’s will to live and to extend his life beyond the day of his accident (Oct 13/13) was evident every single day. Living with a spinal cord injury can bring profound physical, emotional and social challenges. For a larger-than-life guy, it was especially concerning because of his loss of mobility and freedom. Spinal cord injuries are very tough. Norm fought numerous battles with infections over the years but his desire to live, caused him to fight and claw his way out of every hospital to get home. His Love of Life was powerful, and his family, friends and faith were what fuelled him to be the best he could be. He always said “Life Changing, Not Life Ending!
Norm’s strongest quality was his generosity. During downturns in the oil patch, Norm would do whatever he could to ensure his employees were able to take care of their families whether it be butchering cows and splitting the meat up between them or gift cards to a grocery store. Norm helped a lot of people thru the years and was a major support system for his community and many surrounding communities. Norm was a recipient of a Queen Elizabeth Jubilee Medal last year for his philanthropy and outstanding contributions to his community.
Norm was a genuinely caring person and an inspiration to all those he touched. Although we are at peace with his passing, we will miss his unforgettable hugs, his gigantic sense of humour and his common sense & truthful approach to everything he did.
“There will never be another “Stormin Norman”

JEWLIE NOBLE

JEWLIE NOBLE 1942 ~ 2025 Jewlie Jacqueline Noble of Walsh passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at the age of 83 years. She leaves to cherish her memory three children, Len (Elizabeth) Noble, Brent Noble and Garth Noble; one sister Hazel Barber and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant David Townsend officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. The service will be live streamed. Those who wish to attend virtually, please visit Jewlie’s obituary page on our website, for the link. To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.
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IRENE NEITZ

IRENE NEITZ 1933 – 2025 Irene Neitz, beloved wife of the late Ernest Neitz passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2025, at the age of 92 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. To leave a message of condolence you may

PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.

CARLA LERNER

1952 – CARLA LERNER – 2025 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Carla Lerner, a beloved wife, mother, nana, sister, and friend, who left us peacefully on February 4, 2025. A Remembrance and Celebration of Carla’s Life was held on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at 1:00 PM at St. Peter Lutheran Church with Pastor Shane Hein officiating. Donations can be made to St Peter Lutheran Church or the Canadian Cancer Society. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Carla Lerner. 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.

MARVIN PHAFF

1929 – MARVIN PHAFF – 2025 Marvin Phaff passed away peacefully on February 3, 2025, in Medicine Hat at the age of 95 years. The Funeral Service was held yesterday at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, with Pastor Shane Hein officiating. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Marvin Phaff. 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.

ALEX PHINNEY

1953 ~ ALEX PHINNEY ~ 2025 It is with profound sadness that the family of Alex Phinney announce his sudden passing on Saturday, January 25, 2025. The Memorial Service was held at the Grandstand Banquet Room, Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Grounds on Saturday, February 8th, 2025, at 1:00 pm with Life Celebrant Lynett Getz officiating. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Alex Phinney. 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.

BERNADETTE WIST

BERNADETTE WIST 1946 ~ 2025 Bernadette Wist of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, February 7th, 2025, at the age of 78 years. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Bernadette Wist. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed 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.

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