1960 ~ Randy Taves ~ 2021

Randy’s life adventure ended suddenly August 10, 2021 on a canoe trip in Banff National Park. Surrounded by friends, he died hearing words of comfort and love. Weighing in at a little more than 4 lbs, fitting in the palm of his doctor’s hand, Randy’s story began in Turtleford Hospital on May 27, 1960. His childhood on the farm shaped him into the man we knew and loved. There was always a touch of the farm boy in Randy, which was evident in his love of the outdoors, his ingenuity, work ethic and colourful language. His cheeky smile and the twinkle in his eyes could be both engaging and unsettling at the same time. He graduated from Turtleford High School in the class of 1978 which consisted of 28 people, many of whom are still friends. At the graduation ceremony he shared the job of creating and reading the class prophesies with Beth Little who- unbeknownst to them-would become his wife. He graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education followed by an Education degree. His working career took him to Davidson, Fort Qu’Appelle, Lloydminster and finally to Medicine Hat. His career always involved Recreation. The job which brought him the most satisfaction and joy was teaching young adult First Nations students how to create recreation programs within their communities. In both his personal and professional life he enjoyed the role of mentoring and gave to the community. His passion for recreation continued when he retired in May of 2020, as he enthusiastically modelled how to live each day of retirement with joy! Beth planned and organized Randy’s participation in myriad physical activities, most notably, walking, e-bicycling, and hiking. Even without Beth’s persuasion he enjoyed cooking, camping in their trailer, motorcycling, canoeing, attending sporting events and drinking a little coffee in his Bailey’s. Randy loved his wife Beth, his daughters Kaitlin (Dan), Laura (Adam) and Avery (Eric). He and his many stories are remembered by his brothers Lee (Sheila) and Bert, his parents-in-law, Roy and Kathy Little, along with many in-laws, cousins, friends and colleagues. He will be acutely missed by his nephews and nieces, each of whom undoubtedly has a special Uncle Randy story to tell. Randy was predeceased by his parents, Bobby and Netta Taves. A Celebration of Life will take place at Esplanade Theatre (401 – 1 Street, S.E., Medicine Hat) on August 25, 2021 at 2:30 pm. A second Celebration of Life will take place in Turtleford, SK at the community arena at 7:00 pm on Friday, August 27, 2021. In lieu of flowers, have Beth over for a meal or give a memorial donation to the Turtleford Spray and Play by writing a cheque to the town of Turtleford (indicating the donation to Randy in the memo line) or sending an e-transfer to rbrand@townofturtleford.com. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Randy Taves, or you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence.

• Date : 2021-08-10
• Location : Medicine Hat, Alberta

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