STEVEN KIRK WILSON

STEVEN WILSON
Steven Kirk Wilson of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Karen Wilson, passed away peacefully at home on August 8, 2025, at the age of 79 years. He leaves to cherish his memory his son Todd (Carla) and grandchildren Danielle and Matthew of Winnipeg; son Scott (Andrea) of Medicine Hat and grandsons Keenan and Zack (Justyna) of Calgary; and daughter Tracey of Medicine Hat; brothers Tom (Terry) of Swift Current, SK and Mark (Lori) of Morse, SK; sister Liz (Bob) Kennedy of Russell, ON; and numerous nieces and nephews and their families. He was predeceased by his wife Karen; parents Earl and Pauline Wilson; parents-in-law Clarence and Leona Giles; and brother Rick. Steve was born June on 25, 1946 in Moose Jaw, SK and grew up on the family farm. He married Karen Giles (“Buttercup”) in 1965, and they established their home south of Morse, continuing to work the large mixed farm (grain/cattle) with his dad Earl and brother Tom for 25 years. Steve was involved in hockey (playing and coaching), sports days, Elks, community events, and reunions. Winter meant hockey and curling rinks; Spring brought calving, seeding and baseball; Summer meant time at “The Lake”; and Fall brought harvest, back to school and getting ready for another winter. Steve and Karen’s house was always open for company and saw many gatherings – hockey wind-ups, anniversaries, grey cup, and graduation parties. The late 80’s took a toll on farm life, so after the kids were on their own, he and Karen decided to sell the farm and head west to Medicine Hat in 1991. Steve got a job working in construction, and after a couple of years he was happy to join the company where Scott was working with Terry Bartman Construction. The 90’s brought more happiness in the form of grandchildren. He took pride in the house and yard and stayed true to his roots having a little garden so he could enjoy a favorite meal of fresh lettuce, radishes and green onions, wrapped up in a piece of white bread. After being the tough old farmer who rarely saw a doctor, Steve survived cancer in 2002 and a heart attack in 2005 and was able to return to work after both. His hardest challenge came in May 2006, when he lost his wife Karen. He moved into a condo and a few years later cut back to working half time, then retired in 2017. He kept busy with family as well as trips to the mountains and to see relatives. Following more health issues in 2019 he moved into Assisted Living, which was a great place for him to regain his strength. After surviving the Covid pandemic and getting most of his independence back, Steve moved in with Tracey into her new home in 2023, where he enjoyed sitting on the deck, home-cooked meals, and vacuuming the artificial lawn. Mobility became more of an issue during the last year and there was a gradual decline in his overall health, especially the last couple of months, but we were happy that he was able to stay at home. Steve will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him.
The Celebration of Life will be held in the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. with Pat Grisonich officiating, following a family graveside service. The service will be live streamed. Those who wish to attend virtually, please visit Steve’s obituary page on our website for the link. To leave a message of condolence you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.

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