Obituaries

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 ...

It is with sadness we announce the passing of our son, brother, uncle, and friend, Demetre Kirizopoulos, on March 6, 2026, at the age of 53 years. Demetre was born on August 29, 1972, in Athens, Greece. Demetre is survived by his mother, Anna; brother, Evangelos; sister, Dominica; and nephews, Drew, Ethan, and Talyn. He was predeceased by his father, Gus. Demetre was a very special friend to all of us. He was known by many as being gentle, polite, caring, and loyal to family. Because his ...

Karen Alexandra Hommy was born in Nipawin, Saskatchewan, on January 10, 1944, to John and Donnie Knox. The family stayed in Saskatchewan for a while before they moved to Prince George, BC. Karen married young and had six children by the time she was 22! Life was very busy with that crew, but it never stopped her from singing and playing music, which was one of her biggest treasures. Karen and her mom were best friends in this venture. They were always dragging the kids to this and that to ...

Naomi Hudson passed away on March 4th, 2026, at the age of 58 years. She leaves to cherish her memory her son, Kevin Hudson; daughters, Katie Hudson, Cassie Hudson and Allie Hudson; grandchildren, Masen, Aleeah, Holden, Denver; brothers, Mark Canada, Larry Canada and Ken Canada; and sister, Val Millman. Naomi was predeceased by her parents, Cecil and Julia Canada; husband, Bruce Hudson; and sister, Connie Dann. Naomi was born in Boissevain, MB and raised in Picture Butte, AB. She enjoyed ...

Henry van Beveren, beloved brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026 at the age of 65 years.  Henry leaves to cherish his memory his brothers: Martin van Beveren; John (Bev) van Beveren; Peter (Brenda) van Beveren; and Arnold (Sandy) van Beveren, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.  Born and raised in Medicine Hat to John and Alida van Beveren, Henry had a deep love for his family and treasured the time he spent with them and his many friends ...

Kelly Rae McMullen, beloved wife of Orran McMullen passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at the age of 68 years. Kelly is survived by her husband, Orran; children, Jesse Hleucka, Justin Hleucka, Kallen (Britany) McMullen and grandson Kayden (Hannah) Hleucka; Orran’s two sons Ryan McMullen and Dale McMullen. She is also survived by her mother, Norma Zobell; brother, Monte (Laurie) Zobell; and sister, Jody (James) Evanson. She will be ...

Gerald  ( Bushy )  Fischer, husband to late Norma Fischer, recently passed away on February 27, 2026. He is survived by two sons,  Cal  ( Yvette )  &  Rod  ( Sue ) and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Gerald was an avid sportsman and loved hunting, fishing, and camping. He was an extremely hard working man that would take on any chore or task with passion. At times he was a little stubborn, but stood for what he believed in. If he thought ...

Andrew John Harris, better known as Andy or Tank, passed away on February 21, 2026, at the age of 66. He was raised in Redcliff and moved to Medicine Hat in his early adult life.  Andy was the son of Arthur and Marie Harris, brother to Judy, brother-in-law to Sid, uncle to Laura and Steven, and great uncle to Florence and Felix. He was predeceased by his parents when they and he were much too young.  Andy had a passion for rock music and loved to karaoke. Apparently, he could do ...

With deep love and gratitude for a life so beautifully lived, we announce the passing of Bernice Harrison on February 21, 2026, at the age of 76. Born in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, and raised on a farm near Briercrest, Bernice carried the strength, resilience, and work ethic of prairie life with her wherever she went. Those early years shaped the capable, generous, and steady woman so many came to rely on. Later in life, with determination and quiet courage, Bernice pursued her calling to ...

Daniel Beecroft passed away on February 19th, 2026, at the age of 41 years. He leaves to cherish his memory his father, Thomas Beecroft; daughters, Janine, Daylin, Catherine, Kimberly and Emma-Lee; brothers, Matthew (Alyssa) and Lloyd; girlfriend, Tammy Thompson. Daniel was predeceased by his mother, Joanne Beecroft. Daniel was born and raised in Brooks, AB. He moved to Medicine Hat, AB in 2022. His interests included welding, computers and music. Daniel was enrolled in the Global ...