JANICE BARNES

JANICE BARNES April 29, 1935 ~ July 22, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Janice Mary Barnes, a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, affectionately known as Bamey, who passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025, at the age of 90 years. Born on April 29, 1935, in Moosomin, Saskatchewan, Bamey was the backbone of her family, known for her stories and playful banter. Jan is survived by her six children, Bryn (Michael), Drew (Frances), Bentley (Jeannette), Nancy (Steve), Shelagh (Cory) and Adrienne (Dion); her 16 grandchildren, Brennan (Angie), Mitchell (Lorraine), Matt (Kelsey), Davis (Deb), Blake, Mandy, Saphrin, Samara, Bentley, Sarah, Ryan, Alicia (Quinton), Deryck (Malorie), Jory (Coralee), Evan and Alyssa (Steele); her 24 great-grandchildren, Taylor, Kenzie, Lexi, Jordyn, Koen, Atlas, Adelaide, Josephine, Edmund, Molly Ann, Oscar, Archie, Donovan, Dominic, Spencer, Austin, Riley, Ty, Jorja, Josh, Brady, Cooper, Preslee, and Dash and 2 great-great-grand- children, Aubree and Autumn. Jan also leaves behind many nieces, nephews and extended family members who will miss her dearly. She was predeceased by her parents, Allan and Alix Steen; her husband, Verne Barnes and by her great-granddaughter, Quinn Barton. Janice was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother whose love for family was matched only by her unwavering work ethic and generous spirit. Known for her warm heart, quick wit and talent for knitting, crocheting and storytelling, she brought comfort, laughter, and joy to all who knew her. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, between 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. A Celebration of Jan’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor Grant Crichton officiating. Fellowship and refreshments will follow immediately after in the Cook Southland Reception Facility. Interment (open to whomever may wish to attend) will follow the luncheon at approximately 12:15 – 12:30 p.m. Janice’s service will be live-streamed. Those wishing to attend the service virtually may do so by visiting the Cook Southland website and selecting the View Broadcast button on the homepage at service time. Memorial donations in Janice’s name may be directed to St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice, 156 – 3 Street N.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1 or to AJ’s Loan Cupboard, PO Box 45006, Mackenzie Drugs Outlet, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0B2. (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
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