With heavy hearts, the family of Stewart Ross Kennedy announces his passing in Medicine Hat on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, following a brief illness with cancer.
Stewart was the beloved husband of Joan and a devoted father to Ryan (Lizzie), Megan (Andy) and Emma (Ahmed). He is also lovingly remembered by his mother, Iona; sister, Laura (Tim); brother, Barry as well as Joan’s extended family and many friends near and far. He was predeceased by his father, Lorne and his brother, Rodney.
After beginning his working life as a sheet metal mechanic, Stewart returned to university in 1986, where he met Joan. They married in 1991 and settled in Medicine Hat after his graduation from law school in 1992, where he built his law practice and raised their family.
Stewart will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, good humour and intellect as well as his love of travel, dinosaur bones and Roman history. His passing leaves a profound void in the hearts of those who loved him.
The family thanks Dr. Mohanraj and the doctors and staff of Unit 5E for their compassionate care.
A Celebration of Life was held at St. John’s Presbyterian Church, 504 - 2 Street S.E., Medicine Hat on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.. The celebration live-stream is available to view below./p>
If friends so desire, donations may be made to Operation Eyesight or CARO (Canadians Reaching Out to the World’s Children) through the CanadaHelps website. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting www.cooksouthland.com)
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