CHARLES TUMBACK

CHARLES TUMBACK October 4, 1952 ~ December 1, 2025
Charles Tumback passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Monday, December 1, 2025, at the age of 73 years. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Janis; daughter, Gina (Tom) Fanning and their son, Marcus; daughter, Brenna Hittel (Khris Graham) and her children, Kinley and Jase. Charles was born on October 4, 1952, in Prelate, SK., to Simon and Barbara Tumback. He grew up on the family farm south of Lancer and continued his life farming with his brother, Larry until retirement in 2019. Charles and Janis were married on November 27, 1976, and raised their two daughters on the family farm. Charles volunteered his time with Lancer Sacred Heart Church, Knights of Columbus, R.M. of Clinworth as well as the Cabri Hospital Board. Charles also loved auction sales, garage sales and found joy in wheeling and dealing for the best deal! His greatest enjoyment in life was spending time with his family, especially his grandkids as he spoiled them with chocolate bars and pop! Charles and Janis retired to Medicine Hat in 2019 in order to spend more time with their girls and their families watching their grandchildren’s sports and activities. He always enjoyed a good visit and an opportunity to catch up with friends over a drink of scotch. Charles loved his family dearly and will be missed and lovingly remembered. A Celebration of Charles’ life will be held at Reflections, 937 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. (Please use the south patio entrance). The service 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 www.cooksouthland.com Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral
Chapel Crematorium &
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901 – 13th Street S.W.
Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4
Phone 403-527-6455
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