STEPHEN L. KING

1948 ~ 2016

Mr. Stephen Lester King, beloved husband of 47 years to Ann King (nee Brake), passed away peacefully at the St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Sunday, November 13, 2016, at the age of 68 years. Along with Ann, Stephen leaves to cherish his memory: two children, Shane (Sharon) and Sherri (Rocky); four grandchildren, Courtney, Taylin-Ann, Xavier-David and Dahlia. He is also survived by two brothers, Bruce (Denise) and Terry (Michelle); one sister, Christine; three sisters-in-law, Jean, Joan and Effie as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. He was predeceased by his parents, Lester and Martha King; step-father, Maxwell Wiscombe; brothers, Raymond, Ambrose and Samuel as well as five siblings in infancy. Stephen Lester King was born to proud parents, Lester and Martha King on July 23, 1948, in Creston North, Newfoundland. This is also where he married the love of his life, Anne Marie Brake, on July 11, 1969. He enjoyed his career as a fine wood worker, using his carpentry skills to help many throughout the years. In his younger years, Stephen enjoyed playing hockey. Later in life, he enjoyed watching boxing and hockey, especially his favorite sporting team of all time, the Montreal Canadiens! Stephen was a loving, caring, compassionate, funny and friendly person who was devoted to his family, friends and especially to God. He set an example of honesty, integrity and generosity with everything he did, especially through his service for his church. Although nothing topped spending time with his grandchildren, Stephen enjoyed a visit with family and friends or even just some time spent fiddling around with all of his many tools. He also loved spending time with his grandpuppies, Harley and Toby. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, November 16, 2016, between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. and between 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Visitation will also be offered on Thursday, November 17, 2016, between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. A service celebrating Stephen’s life will be held at the Medicine Hat Church of God, 9, 11 Street S.E., Medicine Hat on Saturday, November 19, 2016, at 1:30 p.m. with Reverend Glen Dueck officiating. Interment will take place at a later date. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at www.cooksouthland.com) If friends so desire, donations in memory of Stephen may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Road S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1Z8. Honoured to serve the family is

Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455