Roy Funk
1935 ~ 2025
It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Roy John Funk, who passed away in Vernon, B.C. on August 14, 2025, at the age of 89 years. He was born on October 20, 1935, in Herbert, Saskatchewan. Roy dedicated much of his life to public service, working as a police officer in Medicine Hat for 26 years, retiring in 1991. Roy married Darlyne ‘Dar’ Smathers sharing many cherished years until her passing in 1996. In 1998, Roy moved to Vernon BC, where he later married Janice Enns. They spent many loving years together until her passing in 2021. A man of strong faith, Roy was an active member of the Faith Baptist Church. He devoted countless hours volunteering and supporting community causes. He had a deep appreciation for the outdoors and enjoyed travelling, camping, golfing and curling. He loved his daily coffee and his Whopper Wednesdays with his close group of friends. Roy is survived by his daughter, Terry (Aaron Thompson); stepchildren: Adell Svennes, Caroline (Gerald Goldenbeld), Rocky (Nancy Pickering), Rhonda Gustum, Lyle (Ginny Enns) and Jody (Eugene Hampshire) as well as several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother Ron (Jenny Funk) and sister, Gladys Erikson. He is also survived by his best friend, Gary Aeichele and many other close friends and extended family members. Roy will be remembered for his steady presence, unwavering faith and generous spirit. He touched the lives of many and will be dearly missed by all who knew him. A Celebration of Life will be held at Reflections Reception Facility (Milestone Room north entrance) 937-13th St. S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, November 13, 2026, at 11:00 am. Interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to assist 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 : 2025-08-14
- Location : Vernon, British Columbia