Mr. Perry Michael Rath passed away peacefully at his residence in Redcliff on Friday, September 19, 2025, at the age of 51 years. He will be forever remembered by his loving mother, Roberta; brother, Raymond; two nieces, Madison and Samantha; nephew, Kingston as well as numerous extended family. He was predeceased by his father, Harold Rath on August 30, 2025. Perry was born in Medicine Hat on February 14, 1974. He worked a period of time in the oilfield, but always held a spot in his heart for the family ranch. His memory will live on through his family and those whose lives he touched. A Celebration of Perry’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, October 3, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. Private interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery with fellowship thereafter in the Reflections Reception Facility. Perry’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 Perry’s name may be made directly to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, c/o the Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation, 666 - 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 4H6.
Funeral starts at 8:25
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Darcy Edgar:
Sep 25, 2025 at 12:37 PM
My condolences for your loss
Randy & Gwen O'Connor:
Sep 25, 2025 at 04:15 PM
So sorry for your loss!
Patti Forbes:
Sep 25, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Roberta and family,
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Our condolences to you and your family.
Patti and Gord Forbes
Paddy and Mel Harrison.:
Sep 26, 2025 at 10:42 AM
Roberta and Family. Our deepest sympathy. We are so sorry for your loss of Perry. May you find the strength you need to see you through this difficult time. Paddy and Mel.
The Robertsons:
Sep 26, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Roberta & Family,
Our heartfelt deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your family at this time.
Gord & Diane Robertson
Shawn Erick:
Sep 28, 2025 at 04:02 PM
Roberta, Raymond and family.
I am so sorry to hear about Perry's passing.
Perry and I lost touch as we grew older, but I have many fond memories of Perry from High School and into our 30's. You and Harold always made me feel welcome at the farm, and Perry made himself comfortable with whatever situation we ended up in over the years.
Perry wasn't one to judge, and accepted everyone for who they were.
Perry will be greatly missed by everyone that knew him.
Betty White:
Sep 30, 2025 at 08:49 PM
Deepest Sympathy to Roberta, Raymond & Family.
Clayton, Betty White & Family