ROY HANLON

ROY HANLON 1929 – 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear Dad, Roy Leonard Hanlon.
He was a gentleman through and through. He was tender and kind; with a quiet faith that brought comfort to our family, no matter the circumstances. Dad was always there for us and stuck by our side when we needed his support the most. He was our hero.
Dad was born in Climax, Saskatchewan in 1929. After losing his Mom, shortly after being born, Dad was lovingly raised by his Grandma, Aunts and Uncles, residing in Climax.
He met his darlin’ Mary Minnie in Moose Jaw, and they married in 1957. They had a wonderful life together, filled with love and laughter. They were strong together and supported each other always. They loved and were loved deeply. Their door was always open for anyone who needed their advice, support or a good visit. They gave graciously to others, with open hearts.
They created a loving nest for their children Neil, Mary Jane and Beth to grow and flourish. Dad rocked us kids each night singing How Great Thou Art, played our favorite games, told us he loved us every day, and taught us to see and appreciate the small things in this world. He loved to walk with us for hours in Elkwater and return to the cabin with a bar of McIntosh Toffee and tales of our adventure to share.
Dad was an adventurous soul, hitchhiking into the United States with his friend Keith Cavanaugh and taking smoke jumper training in Prince Albert; culminating in proficiency in parachute jumping from air. Dad went on to work at CP Rail and then Western Coop Fertilizer in Medicine Hat.
Dad was passionate about British and Canadian military history, with an astonishing military collection resulting from this deep interest.
Dad was also interested and collected items related to the RCMP.
He was a talented, self-taught wood and leather worker. He was meticulous with all he did. He loved a good joke. Dad stood for what was right and taught us to do the same.
Dad will be remembered by his neighbors in NW Medicine Hat by his daily walks with his dear dog Jessie and later his walks alone; watching for planes, trains and automobiles from the path he frequented and visiting with passersby.
He will be dearly missed by his children Neil (Joanne), Mary Jane (Ed), Beth (Russell), his cousin Roy Rasmussen (Claire), five grandsons, three great-granddaughters, one great-grandson, the rest of the Hanlon family and his many friends.
We have been truly honoured to have Dad in our lives. He has taught us so much and has loved us so deeply. Our hearts have been forever and blessedly marked by his love. We will miss you, Dad. Please watch over us and until we meet again, thank you for your love, we love you so much and God Bless. Cremation has been entrusted to the Pattison Funeral Home and Crematorium. To leave a message of condolence you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.
PATTISON FUNERAL HOME
AND CREMATORIUM
540 South Railway St. SE,
Medicine Hat T1A 4C2