CHANT – MICHAEL (January 29, 1939 – July 14, 2026) it is with heavy hearts that the family of Michael “Mike” Clifford Chant announce his passing in Medicine Hat, AB on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at the age of 87 years.

Mike was born and raised in Yeovil, Sommerset, England, where he completed his high schooling and trained as a heavy duty mechanic. In 1960, he enlisted in the Royal Armoured Corps, proudly serving his country before being honorably discharged as a Lance Corporal in 1972. In 1974, Mike immigrated to Canada, where he built a life founded on hard work, family and friendship.

In June of 1978, Mike married the love of his life, Sarah Funk, in Swift Current, SK. Together they shared many happy years until Sarah’s passing in 2004.

Throughout his working life, Mike was known for his strong work ethic and mechanical ability. He worked as a heavy duty mechanic specializing in diesel and agricultural equipment, earned his machinist ticket and later spent 12 years as a RV cabinet maker before retiring in 2004.

Mike will be remembered as a quiet, kind hearted man with wonderful sense of humour. Some of his happiest memories were camping with his family and gathering together for family reunions.

He also enjoyed keeping busy with his hands, cross stitch, rug hooking and other handmade crafts were favorite pastimes. Mike loved sports and was an avid supporter of the New York Islanders, Winnipeg Jets and Manchester United.

Mike is lovingly remembered by his son, Clint (Vicki) Chant, daughter Cindy (Gord) Wiebe; sons-in-law, Darcy Campeau and Ali Zanidean; his many cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews as well as his sisters-in-law, Delores (Roy) Fitzpatrick and Bonnie Funk.

He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Sarah (2004); daughters, Darlene Zanidean (2023) and Janet Chant-Campeau (2026); mother Hilda (1997) and father, Clifford Chant (1991) as well as numerous of his extended family.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Parkside Memorial Funeral Home with burial at Hillcrest Cemetery, Swift Current, SK. Donations in memory of Mike can be made to the Diabetes Association. Arrangements are in care of Parkside Memorial Funeral Home – Ryan Cappelle, Hayden Cappelle, Bob Cappelle.