HEIDINGER, Darry
Posted: June 6th, 2026
DARRY HEIDINGER 1953 ~ 2026 Darry Allen Heidinger of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Sharon Heidinger, passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at St. Michael’s Palliative Care, at the age of 73 years.
Darry was born in Medicine Hat and lived there until 2016. He attended Medicine Hat High School as well as the University of Saskatchewan, where he received a long-term care administration and management degree.
Later, he co-owned Mickey’s Transfer, and after that, he worked at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital and surrounding areas for 32 years as the manager of the environment and linen services. After he moved to Lethbridge, he also worked part-time at the Chinook Regional Hospital.
Darry had a wide variety of interests. He was a member of the Mountain Bluebird Trails Conservation Society. He enjoyed swimming, reading, fishing, camping, photography, music, and travel. He also excelled in a wide variety of sports for which he received many accolades.
He was an exceptional husband, father, and grandfather.
He will be remembered for his faith in God, doing his best at whatever he did, treating others with respect, and his sense of humour. If you knew him, it’s a guarantee you laughed with him.
Besides his loving wife Sharon, Darry is survived by his children Nicole Running and Jared (Carianne) Heidinger, as well as grandchildren Jaxon (Didi), Grace, and Sophie Heidinger, Liam Stromsmoe; and Ella, Jordyn, and Ashlyn Running.
He was predeceased by his parents, Ruben and Rose Heidinger, and his brother Allan Heidinger.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Those who wish may make donations to either the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Jack Ady Cancer Centre (Chinook Regional Hospital), or Covenant Health St. Michael’s Palliative Care Unit.
A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
Visit www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.
Sharon, Nicole, Jarrod and families, I worked with Darry at the MH Hospital for close to 30 years. He was such an amazing person to be around, very kindhearted and well liked by everyone. My heart is breaking for you all, especially his beloved Sharon. Please know I am thinking of you all during this difficult time. Diana Archer
Sending condolences to Sharon and family on the passing of Darry. May you feel God’s love, peace and comfort during this sad time.
Coni Christo
Although I only had the privilege of knowing Darry for the past five years, I feel truly blessed to have called him a friend. In that time, we shared countless laughs and great memories—from Wing Wednesdays, onion rings, and trash can nachos to jokingly sending each other invoices whenever one of us did the other a favour.
Darry was a very special man. He always had time to listen and was never hesitant to offer a shoulder to lean on when someone needed support. His kindness, humour, and genuine care for others made a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
I can still hear him saying, “Who does that?” or “Don’t tell Sharon I said that,” followed by that familiar grin. Those are the moments I will cherish and remember most.