Obituary - Edward Heino
Edward Heino
1932 - 2026
December 23, 1932 ~ January 12, 2026
Edward Joseph Heino, beloved husband of Tillie, passed away at Sunnyside Nursing Home, in Medicine Hat on Monday, January 12, 2026, at the age of 93 years.
Along with Tillie, Edward leaves to cherish his memory: two daughters, Karen (Kelly) Mastel and Theresa (Jim) Goodyear; three sons, Dale (Sherry) Heino, Brian (Loreli) Heino and Dean Heino (Yaddy); grandchildren, Nicole and Tyler (Breanna); brother, Clifford; sisters, Pat Selway and Diane Pereux as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Evert and Solange; step-dad, George Leivo; brothers, Ronald, Gerald and Paul as well as his sister, Marie Hancock.
Edward was born in Kenora, Ontario on December 23, 1932. He married Othelia Weinberger on November 20, 1958, celebrating 67 years of love and devotion. Throughout his working years, Edward was employed in construction, including building roads in the Northwest Territories and working for the RM of Fox Valley. His strong work ethic continued through his years with Arts Excavating and later at Hat Salvage and Steel in Medicine Hat. Even after retirement, Edward remained active, working at Canadian Tire, where his reliability and willingness to help were well known.
Edward was deeply committed to volunteering. He gave countless hours to St. John’s Ambulance and was a devoted member of the Knights of Columbus since April 1966. Always ready to lend a hand, Edward believed in showing up for his community whenever he was needed.
Edward had an extraordinary talent for welding and metalwork. If it could be imagined, Big Ed could make it. He spent endless hours in his garage creating metal gates, welding stands and custom projects; often for family and friends.
Edward loved the outdoors and lived for hunting season, especially deer and moose hunting. His legacy lives on through the many lives he touched, the projects he built and the community he served so faithfully.
The family would like to thank Dr. Jeraj and Dr. Ciubotaru who cared for Edward as well as the healthcare workers that cared for Edward during his time at Sunnyside.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church, 238 - 2 Avenue N.E., Medicine Hat on Friday, January 23, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. with Father Paolo Cervantes celebrant. Private interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
The Funeral Mass will be live-streamed. Those who cannot attend but wish to experience his celebration may visit the Cook Southland Funeral Chapel website and select the View Broadcast button on the homepage at service time.
Jan 23rd, 2026
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Shane Bischoff:
Jan 13, 2026 at 11:35 PM
Martin, Daren & myself would like to send our condolences to Tillie, & the family for their loss of their beloved husband and father. We always enjoyed talking to Ed because he had so many interesting experiences to share with us. With deepest sympathy to Tillie & the family you’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Sherry Weber & Warren McLeod:
Jan 15, 2026 at 07:18 PM
Our deepest condolences. Hoping your memories will be a comfort during this difficult time.
Bill and Jeanette Martin:
Jan 17, 2026 at 12:11 PM
Tillie, Karen, Kelly and children
Bill and I want you to offer you our sincere condolences. We will be unable to attend the funeral as we will not be at home. You will be in our prayers.
Bill and Jeanette Martin.
Sheri Crawford:
Jan 17, 2026 at 09:10 PM
Very sorry to hear about your dad. Sending my deepest condolences to your family
Jim and Merle Derzaph:
Jan 18, 2026 at 12:26 AM
Tillie and family. We express our deepest sympathy to every one of you at this time of your loss. A husband, father. grandpa, brother and he loved you all. EDWARD HEINO. He was a hard working man all his life and took good care of his family. May you all keep his memories in your hearts forever as his journey on this earth is now completed and you have earned your wings. Rest in Peace.
Wayne and Marlene Bodin:
Jan 20, 2026 at 11:33 AM
Our Deepest Sympathy goes out to you and your families.
Always enjoyed our short chats while visiting mom (Bertha Schmidt) While at Sunnyside May God comfort and give you peace. Take care.
Brenda Marieno:
Jan 21, 2026 at 11:23 PM
Our family to your family,
Ed was a great man! We will all miss his humour but he will live on in our memories. So sorry he had to go. I bet he's getting his wings fitted and will be angelizing in no time. He never liked to wait or sit around. He was a big part of our family's life and we love him like he was our dad too. Tillie, you have all of us and we are here for you. We love you Tillie; you will be ok...love you!
The Marieno family
Valerie and Neil Reinboldt:
Jan 23, 2026 at 02:04 PM
Tillie and family - our sympathy to you all at this sad time. Ed was a huge presence in Fox Valley for many years. He was our town cop and an RM employee. He was often seen at Hank’s Cafe for his coffee break with a map of the RM. Neil says that Ed taught him how to build a road from start to finish! He was a good, patient teacher. Treasure the many memories of him!
Shirley and Roy Liden:
Jan 24, 2026 at 02:36 PM
To Tillie and family:
We were sorry to hear about Ed and instantly thought about our visits to Medicine Hat over the years where we would sometimes see Ed and Tillie. He was a wonderful, warm person who always made you feel important to him and Tillie. Always proud of the work he did and we enjoyed seeing some of what he was working on when we would be staying with my sister Margaret (who also lived On 12th Street).
Our thoughts are with you Tillie and your family.
Darcy/Bernie Frey:
Jan 24, 2026 at 10:03 PM
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. Ed and Tille always made feel like family. Our hearts breaks for you. It was a beautiful service.