Obituary - Harold Rath

Mr. Harold Allan Rath, loving husband of 56 years to Roberta, passed away in the comfort of his home on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at the age of 76 years. Along with Roberta, left to cherish Harold’s memory are his two sons, Raymond and Perry; three grandchildren, Madison, Samantha and Kingston; brother, David; sister, Beverley and her daughter, Brandi. He was predeceased by his parents, Alberta and Eva; brother, Richard; sister, Valerie and nephew, Ryan Peard. Harold was born in the Manyberries–Tothill area, where his love for the land and country living began. At an early age, he started worked alongside his family on the ranch, gaining not only skills but a deep appreciation for ranch life. In time, Harold and Roberta purchased the family ranch, where they built their life together and continued to work the land with dedication. Harold remained committed to the ranch and his way of life until his passing. A Celebration of Harold’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Murray Jaster officiating. Private interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery with fellowship thereafter in the Reflections Reception Facility. Harold’s Celebration will be live streamed. Those who cannot attend but wish to experience his celebration can visit the Cook Southland website and select the View Broadcast button on the homepage at service time. If friends so desire, memorial donations in Harold’s name may be made directly to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, c/o Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation, 666 - 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 4H6.

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