TANIS BARBARA GARDEN

1938 ~ 2021

Our Mom and Grandma went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 26, 2021. Mom was blessed with 83 beautiful years. She is adored and remembered by her children, Scott Garden (Judy; Savannah and Sierra) of Camas, Washington; Dana Bykowski (John; Elani and Janelle) of Lethbridge, AB; and Krista Bartman (Troy; Truman and Amaly) of Medicine Hat. Mom is also remembered and cherished by her brother, Bill Murray and his wife, Jan (and family) of Redvers, Saskatchewan. She was predeceased by her husband, Alistair; her parents, Edna and Syd Murray, and her brother, Scott.

Mom was born on March 9, 1938 in Redvers, Saskatchewan. She and her family lived above the family store, a building that still remains vital in the family today. Mom loved to draw, paint, play the piano, and she had a deep appreciation for literature and poetry. Mom graduated from the University of Saskatchewan as a Registered Nurse in 1959 and moved to Medicine Hat to begin her career. The friends she met during university and early in her career were held dear throughout her life. Mom and Dad met at a YM-YWCA dance in Calgary and they were married in 1963. She and our dad, Alistair, were married for 57 years before Dad passed away in 2020. While raising a family, Mom also began a life of active volunteering in our community. She was a quiet but important contributor to many organizations. She will be remembered for her time devoted to the Kinette Club, CGIT, WMS, Canadian Cancer Society, VON, Medicine Hat Christian Counselling, Rotary Club and the Rotary Music Festival. Mom always lived a healthy and active lifestyle and, for over 50 years, enjoyed being a member of the downtown YMCA. Along life’s way, Mom nurtured many friendships. She was also a dedicated member of St. John’s Presbyterian Church and served as a Sunday school teacher, Elder, and Choir member. Family and faith were deeply valued by our mom, and raising her children was the center of her life’s work. The pride and love she felt for her family radiated in her thoughts and deeds. We will miss her steady and loving presence so very much.

You are invited to join in the Celebration of Tanis’ life at St. John’s Presbyterian Church, 504 – 2nd Street S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta on Friday, September 3, 2021, at 4:00 p.m. with Reverend Jeff Lackie officiating. During this time of Covid-19, the family requests that those attending the Funeral Service wear a mask to minimize risks to yourself and others. Should you require a mask, one will be provided for you. Graveside Interment will be a private moment for the family. Those wishing to join the family virtually and experience Tanis’ celebration are invited to watch via Live-Stream and may do so by visiting www.cooksouth land.com and selecting the View Broadcast button on the homepage at service time. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Tanis’ name may be made directly to the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta, (online www.cfsea.ca) 104, 430 – 6th Ave. SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is

Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com “Locally owned & directed”