Pete Engleson

1929 - 2025

Peter Engleson, known as Pete by many, beloved husband of the late Ila “Dickie” Engleson, passed away peacefully with his family by his side in Taber on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at the age of 95 years.

Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Monday, July 14, 2025 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.

The Funeral Service will be held at Knox United Church, 4929 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 1:00 P.M. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.

Those who are unable to attend and wish to view the Funeral Service online may do so by clicking on the livestream link that will be available on this page at 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.

Pete is survived by his daughter Merle (Blair) Jespersen of Taber and their children Kim (Curtis) and her son Blair, Marty (Melanie) and their children Seth and Kylee; son Reg (Brenda) Engleson of Taber and children Dallas (Michelle) and Stacey (Jonathan); daughter Debbie (Tim) Jespersen of Fernie, British Columbia and their children Carla, Tyler (McKenzie) and their children Ila, Beau and Madden, Nicole (John) and their children Harper and Dawson. He was also survived by his brother-in-law Gallen (Bud) VanCleave, sisters-in-law Wanda (Tootie) Engleson and Coreen VanCleave as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his wife Dickie Engleson; great grandson Jarrett; parents Pete and Ellen Engleson; sisters Gertrude, Augusta and Beulah; brothers George, Herb and Ben; nephew Rodney Clarke as well as other family members.

Pete was born and raised in Taber and took on the farming legacy from his father in the Purple Springs area, retiring in 2000. He enjoyed bowling, curling, square dancing, as well as attending the local dance jams.

Pete was a loving husband, Dad, grandpa, great grandpa and was extremely proud of his family. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and will be missed by many.

If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Pete’s name may be made directly to the Taber Health and District Health Foundation, 4326 - 50 Avenue Taber, Alberta. T1G 1N9 www.tdhf.ca or to the Jack Ady Cancer Centre, 960 – 19 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 1W5.

The family wish to acknowledge the medical staff at the Taber Health and District Health Centre for their support and care giving.