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Devan Matthew Degenstein

December 25, 2019

Devan Degenstein

Devan Matthew Degenstein  (Dev, Deg) came into the world bringing joy to the Johnson family in 1989.  He graduated Erle Rivers High School in 2007 and Lethbridge College as a Journeyman Welder ahead of schedule.

Devan will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by his loving fiancée and best friend of 16 years Breanna Smith (Beezer), parents Tammy and Dave Degenstein, “Baby Sister” Taia Degenstein (and Chad) and brothers Garrett (and Gabby), Braydn, and Carson Degenstein, Breanna‘s siblings and parents Travis Smith and Jill Lodermeier, Vanna and Troy Baker, Roychella and Dwayne Theodore, Bren and Roy Smith, grandparents Betty and Albert (Al) Johnson, Jan and Tracy, Gina and Jayda Johnson, Karen, Alycia (and Jason), Rachelle (and Alex), Deb, Perrin and Gramma June Degenstein, Brenda and Steve Schlaht, Karissa and Steve, Gabe and Bodhi Wong, Sherise Schlaht, Jay and Cara Schlaht, and many nieces and nephews.

On Christmas Day, Devan was greeted on the other side by Papa Pete, great grandparents Nana and Grandpa Nels,  Baba and Gedo, Uncle Kevin and friends Jordan and Shane.

A Memorial Service will be held at St. Martha’s Parish,355 Columbia Blvd. West, Lethbridge, AB on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 10:00 am 


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Messages of Condolence


Sending our sincere condolences to you and your family. ~ Bob and Colleen Dickie


My heart cries for this young man, whom we first met on Papa's farm when he was about seven years old. I pray that Auntie Marilyn is giving him some comfort now. ~ Michael Whipps


Dave and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Laurie and David Olsen ~ Laurie Olsen


I send my deepest sympathy to all of Devan's family and friends. ~ Darlene Hovind


We are very sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you. ~ Jack McLeod & PENNY MCLEOD


Tammy, Dave, Al and Betty, Jan and Tracy: So sorry for your loss! So young to be gone. Prayers and thoughts to all of you. Linda R ~ Linda Racz


I am so sorry to hear about this. My thoughts go out to the entire family during this time of mourning. ~ Doug Terry


Dave, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences go out to you and your family during this difficult time. Thinking of you. ~ Laura Gyimesi


Dave, Words can not begin to express this profound sense of loss for you and your family. Thinking of you and sending much love and hugs. ~ Becky Little


Tragic loss. Our sincere condolences to the family. ~ Deb & Rick Touchette


Our deepest condolences Tammy and Dave, and family. So very sorry for your loss. Jonathan and Alice Hamon ~ Alice Hamon


Dave, Tammy and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your entire family. ~ Dion


Dave and Tammy and family, We are saddened by your loss. Words cannot express your grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Terry and Anne Michaelis ~ Anne Michaelis


So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all!! ~ We’d and Judy Honess


Tammy, Dave, and all who knew and loved Devan. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to you all. Thinking of you. Darius. ~ Darius


Dear Tammy,Dave and families. Our sincerest condolences on the loss of your son and loved one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. ~ Ron and Sharon Hval


There are no wise words capable of expressing the depth of sorrow as you face each day. Good memories comfort, families love, friends support, community cradles and lifts. May your grieving hearts be soothed and strengthened. ~ Ken and Wendy Brown


Deepest condolences Karen to you all thinking of you in this difficult time you are in my prayers ~ Obie Rawdah


Please accept our sincere sympathy and love. You are in our prayers. ~ Rob and Susan Berezay


David and family Our thoughts and prayers are with you. ~ Ron and Marg Schlaht


Sending our love and deepest condolences at this most difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. ~ Darcy & Dee Culp & Family


We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. ~ Bill, Cindy and Jim Emmerson


So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you ~ Kelly hendricks


Dear Tammy, Dave and family We are thinking of you and extending our deepest sympathy to all of you durning this very sad and difficult time. ~ Anthony & Maureen Miller


Dave &family. My deepest condolences on the death of your Son. Words cannot convey how sorry I am for your profound loss. My thoughts of healing and peace are with you and your family at this most difficult time. Peace be with you all. Lots of love and healing-Dolly ~ Dolly


Our sincerest condolences to Tammy, Dave and families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Bm ~ Ron and Sharon Hval


Our sincere sympathies to all of Devon’s family. So young to be gone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. ~ Keith and Peggy Losey


So very sad.My thoughts and prayers are with you Tammy. R.I.P. dear Devan ~ Debbie Racz


Dear Dave, Tammy & family, My heart just aches for you all. I can’t imagine what you are going through. Please know that you are in my prayers. Hugs ~ Trudy Niggli


Much love and deepest sympathy to you and your family, Dave and Tammy. ~ Lorraine Kirk


Tammy, Dave and family; Heartfelt condolences on the loss of your son. You are in my thoughts and prayers. ~ Stephanie


Tammy, Dave and family, soooo very sorry for your loss. As a mother, Tammy, my heart aches so much for you right now. I have no idea of how difficulty this could be. I will pray for you all that you find comfort in the little things and the love of those that surround you in this sorrowful journey. Hugs, Dominique ~ Dominique


Dave and family, I was sadden to hear the passing of Devan. Please know that the thoughts of members from NS Branch are with you during this time of sorrow and reflection. ~ Derek Brackley


I’m sorry for your lost Dave and I send to you and your familly my deepest sympathy ~ Mathieu


Tammy and family, my deepest sympathies during all this. Since finding out about Devan on Christmas, everyone has been in my thoughts constantly. Continue sending my love to you all. ~ Crystal Petch