January 20, 2026

By Obituaries on January 20, 2026.

MARC ANDREW GRIFFITHS

MARC ANDREW GRIFFITHS It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marc Andrew Griffiths on December 8, 2025 at the age of 53 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Marc is survived by his wife Missy Shillito, his 3 sons Turner (son with Tara Griffiths), Cayse & Declan. He also leaves his mother Cheryl Kennedy, his father Norm Griffiths (Marlene), his sister Sheilagh and her daughter Emily-Rae as well as two step-sisters and numerous nieces and nephews.
Marc was born in Ontario on August 26, 1972 and spent his early life and young adulthood in Medicine Hat, Alberta where he eventually became a Journeyman Electrician. He moved to Campbell River in 2011 where he and Missy started their family. He loved spending time with Missy and his boys camping and fishing.
There will be a celebration of Marc’s life on February 7th at the Elks Hall at 503 3rd St. SE at 1:00 pm.

EDWARD HEINO

EDWARD HEINO Dec. 23, 1932 ~ Jan, 12 2026 Edward Joseph Heino, beloved husband of Tillie, passed away at Sunnyside Nursing Home, in Medicine Hat on Monday, January 12, 2026, at the age of 93 years. Along with Tillie, Edward leaves to cherish his memory: two daughters, Karen (Kelly) and Theresa (Jim); three sons, Dale (Sherry), Brian (Loreli) and Dean (Yaddy); grandchildren, Nicole and Tyler (Breanna); brother, Clifford; sisters, Pat Selway and Diane Pereux as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Dr. Jeraj and Dr. Ciubotaru who cared for Edward as well as the healthcare workers that cared for Edward during his time at Sunnyside. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church, 238 – 2 Avenue N.E., Medicine Hat on Friday, January 23, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. with Father Paolo Cervantes celebrant. Private interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be live-streamed. Those who cannot attend but wish to experience his celebration may visit the Cook Southland Funeral Chapel website and select the View Broadcast button on the homepage at service time. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at 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”

ANN KASPER

1936 ~ ANN KASPER ~ 2025 Ann Sara Kasper (née Doerksen) of Medicine Hat peacefully entered into the presence of her dear Lord and Savior on Tuesday, December 30th, 2025, at the age of 89 years. A Memorial Service was held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on January 17th, 2026. Memorial gifts in Ann’s name may be made to Miller Memorial Bible College, 1 Pangman St, Pambrun, SK S0N 1W0. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ann Kasper. 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.

GEORGE PRATT

GEORGE PRATT 1943 ~ 2026 George Edgar Pratt, beloved husband of the late Ivadelle Pratt, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at the age of 82 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. 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

JOYCE CZEMBER

JOYCE CZEMBER 1939 ~ 2026 Joyce Czember of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Richard Czember, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at the age of 86 years. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Friday, January 23, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Dr. Nancy Cocks officiating. The service will be live streamed. Those who wish to attend virtually, please visit Joyce’s obituary page on our website, for the link. 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

ARTHUR KNIGHT

ARTHUR KNIGHT 1951 ~ 2026 Arthur Leroy Knight, beloved husband of the late Susan Knight, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at the age of 74 years. A private family graveside service will take place in the Hillside Cemetery. 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

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