December 19, 2025

By Obituaries on December 19, 2025.

RONALD “RON” BENDER

RONALD “RON” BENDER 1942 ~ 2025 Ronald Bender, passed away on December 14, 2025, in Medicine Hat, AB. at the age of 83 years. Ron was born on October 22, 1942, in Medicine Hat, AB to parents, Adam and Ella Bender. A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ron Bender. 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.

JOSIE COMEAU

JOSIE COMEAU 1944 ~ 2025 It is with saddened hearts the children of Josephine Rose ‘Josie’ Comeau announce her peaceful passing on Monday, December 15, 2025. Josie’s family and friends will surely have an empty space in their hearts without her presence. Further announcements will follow upon completion of the arrangements. (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”

JAMES GORDON HARRIS

JAMES GORDON HARRIS November 24th, 1944 December 14th, 2025 James Harris passed away peacefully December 14th, 2025, at St. Joseph’s in Medicine Hat. Survived by his wife of 50 years, Emily; sons, Neal and Lyndon; sisters, Judith, Marilyn (Errol) and Catherine (Matthew); along with nieces and nephews.
James was born in Winnipeg to Verna and Gordon Harris on November 24th, 1944. He spent time in Toronto and Regina before moving back to Winnipeg. He got his B.sc in Biology and Education at t e U of M. He moved to Russell, MB and was a respected biology and science teacher for 31 years.
During his lifetime he was a member of Ducks Unlimited. He farmed for 12 years as well as taught high school.
James also enjoyed travelling with his family. He took multiple trips across Canada and the United States. He continued to travel until he was unable to.
Our thanks to the Medicine Hat Hospital and St. Joseph’s for taking care of Dad in his final days.
As per his wishes, there will be no memorial service. A private burial will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Root Cellar or a charity of one’s choice. 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

MELVIN WITTKE

MELVIN WITTKE 1945 ~ 2025 Melvin Wittke, beloved husband of Ardeth Wittke of Medicine Hat, passed away on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at the age of 80 years. A celebration of Melvin’s life will take place at a later date. 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

THERESA RENNER

THERESA RENNER 1931 ~ 2025 Rosanna “Theresa” Renner of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late John Renner, passed away on Monday, December 15, 2025, at the age of 94 years. A private interment will take place in the Hillside Cemetery at a future date. 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

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