Joseph Minor
1947-2024
Joseph Patrick Murray Minor of Medicine Hat, long time rancher in the Bindloss area, passed away on Wednesday, July 24th, 2024, at the age of 76 years. Joseph leaves to cherish his memory his sons, Patrick Minor (Jody) and Jason Minor (Kandis, Flora); grandchildren, Toryn Minor, Morrison Minor, Phoenix Minor, Broxx Minor all of Medicine Hat, Hayden Minor, Izabel Minor and Sullivan Minor all of Minooka, IL; partner of 25 years, Mary Kenny; mother of Patrick and Jason, Donna Steele (Sue Higgins); step-children, Richard Kenny , Vivian McClennan, and Anthony Kenny; step-grandchildren, Catlin, Samaus, Liam, Moria, Jameson, and Cillian; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Joseph was predeceased by his father, Perry Minor and mother, Kay Minor of Medicine Hat; son, Aldon Minor of Medicine Hat; brothers, Tony Minor of Bindloss, Tad Minor of Medicine Hat, and Tim Minor of Kelowna.
Joe loved rodeo and horses; in his younger years he loved ranching on the Bar Diamond Ranch in Bindloss. He treasured his summer vacations with family and friends at Muriel Lake, where he and his brother-in-law, Tom would serve as deputies on the Muriel Lake Beach Patrol. Joe loved spending time with his family and friends and especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren compete in hockey and baseball. Joe will be remembered as a kind loving man who would give the shirt off his back even if he hardly knew you. Joe will be missed dearly by his family and friends.
The Memorial Service will be held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB, on Thursday, August 1st, 2024, at 1:00 pm with Pastor Shane Hein officiating. If unable to attend, family and friends are welcome to participate via livestream by logging on to www.saamis.com and joining the live webcast on Joe’s memorial page at the above date and time. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page for those participating remotely. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Joe’s name may be made to Epilepsy Association of Calgary, 316, 4014 Macleod Trail SE, Calgary, AB T2G 2R7 or S.P.C.A., 55 Southview Drive SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8.
Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Joseph Minor. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATORIUM, “The Chapel in the Park”, Medicine Hat, Alberta. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone 1-800-317-2647.