Donna-Lee Chapman

February 9, 1956 – October 2, 2026

The family of Donna-Lee Chapman is deeply saddened to announce her passing in Medicine Hat on Friday, October 2, 2026, at the age of 70 years.

Donna-Lee Chapman (Walker) was born February 9, 1956 in Flin Flon, Manitoba to Rachelle Anne Marie Walker (Painchaud) and John Spessard Walker. She was the fifth child of seven children and spent most of her early life in Snowlake, Manitoba.Donna-Lee lived a full life defined by her fun-loving spirit, her unending strength and resilience, and her deep love for her family. She bravely faced every obstacle life threw at her and always managed to find the inner strength to keep going when times were tough.

She was known for her warmth and love and never allowed anyone to leave her house without letting them know she cared about them and wrapping them in a big hug. She always searched for ways to help others and would do absolutely anything for her loved ones.

She was creative and could often be found working on a craft project whether it be making paper roses, sewing, crocheting, or searching Pinterest for her next big project, she always found ways to bring beauty into the world through her creative endeavours.

Donna-Lee was always up for any opportunity whether it be bowling, volunteering with youth at the Kickstand Centre, meeting friends for coffee, or babysitting her grandchildren (and furry grandchildren). She was never afraid to try something new or learn something she didn’t know how to do. She loved to be around her friends and family, loved to go fishing, to spend time joking around a campfire, and enjoyed cheering on her favorite hockey team, the Edmonton Oilers.

She enjoyed experimenting in the kitchen and showed her love through the food she made. There were always fresh baked goods in her kitchen, and a stack of new recipes she was going to try. During the years in Winnipeg when money was scarce, her ability to be resourceful in the kitchen ensured that she and her family never went hungry and there was always a home cooked meal available.

Before health issues resulted in her retirement, Donna-Lee worked as a Health Care Aide. This role was a source of pride as she went back to college at the age of 49 to obtain her Health Care Aide Certificate in 2005 at the Medicine Hat College, showing her daughters that it really is never too late to learn something new and change your path (you really can teach an old dog new tricks).

Donna-Lee will be remembered by her partner, Conrad Grams; her daughters, Lindsay Poloni (Antony), Brittany Chapman and Maren Sieben (Joel); grandchildren, Sophia, Dominic and Klara; siblings Raymond (Pebbles), Clyde (Sherre), Darrell (Sherry) and Charlene (Carey) along with her Aunt Alice and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, family and friends.

She was predeceased by her parents, John Walker and Rachelle Walker, her brothers Earl Walker and John “Brian” Walker; son Shawn Allen John Kuba who was born sleeping (dd. July 5, 1973) and daughter Charlene Marcia Anne Kuba who died shortly after birth (B. October 23, 1974; D. October 24, 1974).

The family would like to thank the staff at the Emergency Room Department in the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital for the care and attention Donna-Lee and her loved ones were provided on October 2. Losing a loved one suddenly is never easy, but the staff worked hard to provide clear information and support every step of the way.

Celebration Of Life

Victory Lutheran Church, 2793 Southview Drive S.E., Medicine Hat

Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.

Pastor Roland Weisbrot officiating

Luncheon to follow

The service will be live-streamed. Those who cannot attend but wish to experience the celebration may visit the following link: https://victorylutheran.ca/livestream. For those attending the service, you are encouraged to dress in bright colors and florals to celebrate the life of Donna-Lee whose personality and joy lit up every room she entered. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Donna-Lee’s name may be made to the Medicine Hat Kickstand Centre, 1001 Kingsway Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1R7 or the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, 666 5 St SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 4H6. Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, Crematorium & Reflections Reception Facility, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4v4. Telephone 403-527-6455.

• Date : 2026-10-06
• Location : Medicine Hat, Alberta

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