Obituary for Paul G. Battig
April 23, 1948 – October 11, 2020
Paul Battig passed away peacefully at Prairie Lakes Hospice at the age of 72.
Paul was born in Winterthur, Switzerland. At the age of 6, he came to Canada with his Mother Simone and his sister Lillian. They originally landed in Ontario, joining Paul’s grandparents before venturing west. Paul spent most of his childhood in the Peace Country, farmed in Debolt from 1973-1982, and for the remainder of his life, Grande Prairie became his home.
Paul had an aggressive cancer that he faced with grace. He accepted his condition and maintained an optimistic view of life until he passed. His favorite sayings were “I still have learning to do” and “I’m still smiling.” Paul’s door was always unlocked and all were welcome in his home.
Paul was predeceased by his mother Simone Meyer on June 17, 2015.
Paul is survived by his nine children and their spouses; Travis, Curtis, Marcus (Jennifer and granddaughters Cadynce and Breanna), Dennis (Kirsten and grandchildren Bryce, Jane, Bailey and Taylor), Dallas, Jonnas (Tanya and grandsons Rylan, Caius and Cole), Heidi (Paul and grandsons Ethan and Morgan), Holly (Glen and grandchildren Hope, Garry and Abigail) and Haley. Paul is survived by his siblings Lillian (Norman), Susan (Brian) and Lisa (Elmer) as well as numerous extended family members and friends.
Due to COVID, a private (invitation only) Celebration of Life will be held at Bear Creek Funeral Home (11802 99 Avenue, Grande Prairie) on Friday, October 16, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. Live streaming will be available through Bear Creek Funeral Home’s You Tube Channel (livestream link provided at the bottom of the page)
In lieu of donations, the family asks that a moment be taken to spread love and kindness.
Care entrusted to Bear Creek Funeral Home 780-830-7742 www.bearcreekfuneral.com
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Paul G Battig 23/04/1948 11/10/2020..
Death notice for the town of: Grande-Prairie, Province: Alberta