VANCUREN, Gerald
1929 - 2024
Gerald Vancuren of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of Doreen Vancuren, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024 at the age of 94 years. Gerald leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife of 73 ½ years, Doreen; children, Kevin (Joy) Vancuren, Pat Bousfield, Cindy (Randy) Kopeck, and Warren (Kathy) Vancuren; grandchildren, Blake, Bryce (Abby), Desmond (Nicole), Lindsay (Billy), and Jacqueline, Jeremy (Robin), Charity (Alan), Alicia (Cam), Noël (Courtney), Brennan (Carla), and Kaiden (Lauren); great-grandchildren, Leila, Edward, Josten, Tori, Ryder, Lainie, Cash, Grace, Zachary, Ethan, Grayson, Raylan, Emery, Conor, Kendrik, Janae, and Brody; sisters, Shirley (Harold), Beryl, Fran, and Darlene (Wayne); as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Gerald was predeceased by his parents, Alvin and Opal Vancuren; granddaughter, Jill; son-in-law, Ron Bousfield; sister, Joyce; and brothers-in-law, Earl, Ray, and Tom. Gerald was a very hard worker, he farmed and had cattle as well as being a motel owner. He also had a passion for woodworking. In his younger years, he enjoyed curling and in his older years, he enjoyed watching curling. Gerald was an avid and faithful church member. He was a good family man, a "fearless leader." He was very helpful and was also there to help and support others. Gerald was loved by all and will be deeply missed and forever remembered. A private (immediate family) memorial service will be held on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Roland Weisbrot officiating. Family and friends are welcome to participate via livestream by logging on to www.saamis.com and joining the live webcast at the above date and time. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page for those participating remotely. Memorial gifts in Gerald's memory may be made to the Mustard Seed- Medicine Hat, https://theseed.ca/. Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Gerald Vancuren. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel and Crematorium, "The Chapel in the Park", Medicine Hat, Alberta. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone 1-800-317-2647.
Published online April 24, 2024
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