LEN HARTY
Posted: March 16th, 2024
LEN HARTY 1937 – 2024
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Leonard Andrew Harty, who was the beloved husband of the late Marjorie Harty announce his passing on Thursday, February 22, 2024, at the age of 87 years. To cherish his memory are his children: Linda (Roland) Finke (their children: Craig (Amanda) Finke, Melissa (Lee) Waechter, Jesse (Yuna) Finke); Randy (Ree) Harty their children (their children: Natasha Harty (Mike McDonald), Megan Harty-Chase, Colton (Tannis) Harty, Skylar and Saxton Lajimodiere); Darcy Harty (Doreen Gunderson) (their children Kayla (Evan) Janz and Kyle Harty); Terri (Stan) Maier (their children Tyler (Katie) Maier and Amanda (Shawn) Fisher); his special partner Dorothy May and his best friends Shirley and Martin Voeller; seventeen great grandchildren, his brothers, Lloyd (Martha) Harty and Greg (Diane) Harty; his sister Ruby (Mel) Stenhouse and their families as well as brothers and sisters-in-law, many nieces, nephews and family on the Young side. Len was predeceased by Marjorie his loving wife of 58 years; his parents Andrew and Barbara Harty, sister’s Alice Flaig and Pearl Matz, brother Ken Harty, mother and father-in-law Irene and Frank Young.
Dad was born on January 15, 1937, the oldest of six siblings who were always grateful for everything he did for them.
His first job was at the Assiniboia Hotel as a bellhop and was considered family by the owners, the Cantalini’s. Len started a new career with the City of Medicine Hat Police Department in 1959. Over the years, dad earned the respect of many officers and the citizens of Medicine Hat as he was known to give many a break.
Len was not one to sit around as he had side jobs that kept him very busy including Len’s Water Hauling, playing banjo with the Harty Band. He also served on many boards including the Park Meadows Condo Board for many years.
Some of his many hobbies included purchasing and trading off vehicles, curling, golfing, and baseball.
Dad and mom spent many years traveling to Arizona and California in their motor home. Dad loved riding his Harley and Honda Goldwing, which was quite a passion for him. For many years he led the parade with his Police motorcycle.
Hockey was a sport Len also loved! He really enjoyed watching his grandsons and great-granddaughter/son participate. Going to Tiger games, dances and playing cards with family and friends were also a joy!
When mom became ill, dad became her faithful caregiver, which allowed mom to stay in their condo. Dad was grief stricken when mom passed away but found a best friend and partner with Dorothy for nine years. She supported him till his last days.
Diabetes took a toll on our dad, but he managed the best he could. Len was quite proud that he never had to spend time in the hospital in his life until he had a brain bleed and was kept in the hospital for eleven weeks.
Len was diagnosed with vascular dementia with Alzheimer’s. Once he was healthy enough, he was placed in Good Samaritans for a year until his passing. Dad became the favorite of the caregivers.
Dad, we thank you for your 30 years of service serving your community. You are truly our hero!!!
The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Friday, March 22, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. Life Celebrant, David Townsend officiating. The service will be live streamed. Those who wish to attend virtually, please visit pattisonfuneralhome.com and select live streaming, then select the YouTube (arrow) or visit Len’s obituary page and select the video link.
To all the Hartys and family. Our sincere condolences. LEN WAS A GREAT FREIND TO US AND WE MISS HIM A LOT
Our deepest condolences to all of the family. Although I don’t think we have met we used to have occasional visits with your mom and dad, mostly camping in Fernie and enjoyed it so much. They were a lovely couple. I am a first cousin of your mom’s Marj – from the Anton Gross side of the family. Our thoughts are with you. Bob and Anne Rushford
I met Len in Medicine Hat whereI grew up. I knew and respected him in his job which was one of the reasons I had the same career. I was a member of RCMP ad joined in 1965. As all have said, he was a great person and loved his job(s). I am sure all will miss him.
I first met Len when he would pull me over for speeding or drinking as a minor. He always let me go with a warning. I learned from that.
I then knew Len when I worked for the City HR Department and Len was on the Police Association committees. He was honest and friendly.
I was pleased to reconnect with Len when I moved into the Park Meadows Village. He did a grreat job for the condo.
He was a friend and a great man. We miss him.
Len was always a Gentelman you can all be proud of in everything he set his mind into doing.Always enjoyed his company in the later years at the Elks and Legion where we remenisted for hours. RIP cousin you will never be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers to your families as well.