JEAN AGAR
Posted: March 27th, 2024
JEAN AGAR May 12, 1935 ~ March 23, 2024
With profound sorrow, Roland Agar and his family announce the peaceful passing of Jean Audrey Devina Agar (nee Pettyjohn), his beloved wife of nearly 70 years. Jean departed this world surrounded by loved ones at River Ridge Seniors Village in Medicine Hat, AB, on March 23, 2024, at the age of 88.
Jean was predeceased by her parents, Ernest and Marjorie Pettyjohn; sisters, Shirley Bakken and Wilma Thomas; son, Glenn Agar; grandson, Kade Anderson, and son-in-law, Dean Sanderson.
Left to cherish her memory are her children: Marjorie (Ted) Gilchrist, Linda (Harold) Anderson, Sharon (Dave) Milburn, and Karen Sanderson. She will also be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren and their families: Ryan (Stacey) Gilchrist and their children Carter, Hudson, and Lennon; Michelle Matthews and her children, Thomas (Katie) Brazil (with children, Rylan and Eden), Melody Brazil (with son, Axel), Graham Matthews, Walker Matthews, and Mavrik Matthews; Bobbi-Jo (Gary) Anderson-Hill; Luree (Mark) Weisbeck and their children, Augustus and Casey; Shakia-Lee Milburn; Dayna (Tim) Craddock and their children, Crosby and Nash; Tayler (Mandie) Sanderson and their children, Sawyer and Arianna. Additionally, she will be remembered by Glenn’s wife, Louise Agar; their children and their families: Desirea Agar and her children, Emma and William; Devina (Richard) Berger and their children, Tanner, Levi, and Henry; and Austin Agar. Jean is also survived by her siblings, David (Connie) Pettyjohn and Don (Ilene) Pettyjohn as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Jean was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt, leaving behind a legacy of love, care, and devotion to her family and friends. She will be deeply missed by all who were fortunate enough to have known her. The family would like to thank Dr. Ciubotaru and the staff at River Ridge for their care and compassion shown to Jean.
A celebration of Jean’s life will be held at a later date. Details will be announced once confirmed. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting 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”
I’ll always remember Jean as the vibrant woman she was. She was so talented and created beautiful crafted treasures. Also a real ranchers wife, at Roland’s side for so many years. My condolences to you all.
So sorry for you’re loss she was a special lady, my condolences to Roland,marg,Sharon,Linda,Karen, Michelle and the rest of the family, my name is gayle I looked after Jean on the dementia unit at river ridge seniors village she touched the heart of many of us and she will always have a special place in my heart I loved her we had a connection, I’d take her for walks around the facility when I had spare time and mostly she would be the one dragging me around, she’d grab my hand and sometime say come on let’s go and if I had to leave and do my work she would grip my hand tighter as she didn’t want me to go I few times she would grab my hand and say no when I had to go do my work and will always remember one time I was sat with her and said I was going for lunch to a coworker Jean said no you can’t go I replied I’m coming back Jean said how long I said half an hour and Jean replied ok you can go 💙, I’m very saddened at her passing and my heart goes out to all of her family but I also feel blessed to have been part of the life of a wonderful lady, may she rest in peace