November 27, 2025

By Obituaries on November 27, 2025.

MERVIN WAGNER

MERVIN WAGNER 1949 – 2025 The Holy Spirit is the wind under our wings and the spring in our step. Mervin Philip Wagner left us suddenly, on Monday, November 24, 2025, at 76 years of age. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Joyce; his daughters, Sherry (Kelly) Gauthier and Kristie; his grandson, Joshua (Jessica) Gauthier; and great grandson, Harrison; and granddaughter, Madison Gauthier.
Merv is also survived by his sister, Arlene Skow; brother, Glen (Gloria) Wagner; brother-in-law, Ken (Prudence) Chambers; sister-in-law, Marion Erikson, and Audrey (Brian) Silver; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded by his parents; Joyce’s parents; and his brother-in-law and close friend, Ray Skow.
“Uncle Merc” was always a favorite with so many nieces and nephews.
Mervin began working at Safeway in Medicine Hat at the age of 14. He remained a productive and loyal employee for 60 years, retiring in 2024.
The Wagners and Skows were summer campers/travelers for the first 25 years… lots of scenic spots and adventures making precious memories.
Mervin and Joyce continued to destinations in Mexico, doing yearly trips to Mazatlán for the next 20 years. He loved the sunshine, reading a book with a cerveza in hand.
Mervin was an avid sports fan; baseball was his favorite game and attended many of the local games, also loved watching hockey and going to the Medicine Hat Tigers, and he also loved to golf.
His main hobby was maintaining his yard, his love for flowers. His beautiful oasis for reading and suntanning in the summer. Both Merv and Joyce enjoyed setting up beautiful yard displays for Halloween and Christmas for everyone to enjoy.
Life will be feeling empty without our beloved Mervin. However, his memory will live on in our “treasure chest” of memories….Forever.
A private celebration of Merv’s life is planned for the spring of 2026.
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

DALE BROWN

DALE BROWN August 18, 1958 ~ November 24, 2025
Dale Gerald Brown, age 67 years, passed away at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Monday, November 24, 2025, shortly after a diagnosis of cancer. Dale’s loving wife, Kathy, was with him when he peacefully left this world to join his parents and sister in God’s loving presence. His children, grandchildren, sisters and beloved furry friend, Maui, surrounded him with love and support leading up to his passing.
Along with Kathy, his loving wife of 31 years, Dale is survived by his children and grandchildren: Brendan (Leslee) Brown, Avery & Colter (Rivers, MB); Aaron (Rachel) Brown and Charlotte (New Westminster, BC); Brian (Corinne) O’Neill, Maeryn, Brody & Tegan (Sherwood Park, AB); Lana (Brent) Watts, Ty, Haylie & Brynn (Leader, SK); brother-in-law, Garry Schaan; sisters, Judy (Roger) Galenza, Donna Brown and Wendy (Michael) Thienes; brothers-in-law, Brian (Fern) McMillan and Don (Wanda) McMillan as well as many nieces and nephews. Dale was predeceased by his parents, Fred & Ann Brown; sister, Kathy Schaan; Kathy’s parents, Emmett & Lucille McMillan and sister-in-law & brother-in-law, Carol & Larry Hainstock.
A Celebration of Dale’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, November 28, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. with Jaycen Snider officiating. The service will be live-streamed. Those who cannot attend but wish to experience the celebration are encouraged to visit the funeral home’s website and select the View Broadcast button on the Homepage at service time. (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”

VERNA PERRY

1927 ~ VERNA PERRY ~ 2025 Verna Perry of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at the age of 98 years. The Memorial Service was held yesterday at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1 Dunmore Road, SE Medicine Hat, AB. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Verna Perry. Funeral arrangements 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.

GAIL DENO

GAIL DENO 1937 ~ 2025 Gail Louise Deno of Medicine Hat, passed away at the High River Hospital on Friday, November 21, 2025, at the age of 87 years. She leaves to cherish her memory one daughter, Barbara (Bobbie) Deno; one son-in-law Gary Stuart, and many beloved friends who were like family. Gail will be remembered for her sharp wit, her irreverent humour, and the way she filled ordinary moments with her personality. She was a steady tether in the lives she touched, offering laughter and love a that stayed true until the end. Family and friends are invited to a graveside service held in the Hillside Cemetery on Friday, November 28, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flower, those who wish to remember Gail with a donation my do so to the Alberta Lung Association. 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

ELNORA HEINE

ELNORA HEINE 1929 ~ 2025 Elnora Florence Heine, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at the age of 96 years. She leaves to cherish her memory two loving children, Debra (Larry) Algeo and Sharon Jans; four grandchildren, Kimberly (Ron) Sanders, Stephen Algeo, Christine (Barry) Ducey, Curtis (Jennifer) Jans, and ten great grandchildren; one brother, Cliff (Audrey) Woelfle and one sister, Bernice (Art) Schmidt and numerous nieces and nephews and friends. Elnora was predeceased by her husband Edwin, whom she missed dearly; one son-in-law, Greg Jans and one brother, Allan Woelfle; one sister-in-law Kay Woelfle.
Elnora was born on March 24, 1929, in Richmound, Saskatchewan to Jacob and Elizabeth Woelfle.
The family would like to thank Tenille for all her care, Cypress View Foundation and St Joseph’s Hospice.
The celebration of Elnora’s life will take place in the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Helen Reid Celebrant. Friends and family who wish to pay their respects my do so one hour prior to the service. The service will be live streamed. Those who wish to attend virtually, please visit Elnora’s obituary page on our website, for the link. A private family interment take place in the Hillside Cemetery. 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

PHILIP TAYLOR

PHILIP TAYLOR 1971 ~ 2025 Philip Alfred Taylor, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at the age of 54 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. 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

JANIS PRITCHARD

JANIS PRITCHARD 1953 ~ 2025 Janis Pritchard, beloved wife of Malcolm Pritchard of Medicine Hat, passed away unexpectedly while on vacation in Mexico on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at the age of 72 . Further information will be available in the coming days. 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
PATTISON FUNERAL HOME
AND CREMATORIUM
540 South Railway St. SE,
Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

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