ELGIN MANN

ELGIN MANN 1935 ~ 2025 Elgin Basil Mann passed away at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at the age of 90 years. He leaves behind his son, Elgin Junior and his family and many extended family members. From the early 50’s and 60’s, Elgin’s passion was music and he made many friends while he persued his dream. He played throughout Alberta and Saskatchewan with his two brothers, Melvin and Jimmy forming the band, ‘The Mann Brothers’. Elgin then went to Nashville to record his songs, including the well known, “It Takes A Good Woman.” His local recordings included, “White Mountain”, “North Star Terry Fox”, “92 Hat Tricks” and “Instrumental Pele”. In the 60’s and 70’s, he then worked as a handyman at the Park Lane and Catalini Hotels. Elgin was a man who was true to his word and was a loyal friend to many who will all miss him. A private service will be held in Elgin’s honour. (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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