James Dempsey
James Dempsey

Obituary of James Hugh Robert Dempsey

Hughie was born May 18, 1928 in Cabri, SK to Robert and Theodora Dempsey. He was the oldest out of four kids that included Vern, Evelyn, and Floyd. In 1949, Hughie and his family moved to Little Gem, AB. In 1957, Hughie found the love of his life Edna Kathleen Kuhar. That same year he married Edna on December 24. In 1959, they started off their family which included Jack Lane, Brent Hugh, Beverlee Ione, and Karl Robert. Years after Hughie and Edna completed their family they moved to Sedalia farm in 1972 where they raised their children. Hughie will be missed by many people but never forgotten. The love that he had for life and others will be forever passed on through the lives of his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Hughie was predeceased by both his parents, his wife Edna, and his two boys Brent and Karl. Hughie is survived by his two children, Son Jack (Lori), Daughter Beverlee (Gary), Daughters-in-law Diane and Marcia. His grandchildren Travis, Delray, Jessica (Cody), Robert, Aaron, Burdette, Samantha, Theresa and Michael, Johnathan, Codie (Tasha), and Shannon. His great-grandchildren Ryan, Riley, Tanner, and Brody. His brother Vern (Barb) Dempsey. His sister Evelyn (Dale) Kroeger. His brother Floyd (Val) Dempsey. As well as numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, and friends.
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