Clifford Clement Vedress

The death of Clifford Clement Vedress, 78 years, of Humboldt and formerly of Annaheim, occurred on Friday, February 6, 2026. Cliff was born on February 15, 1947, to Victor & Viola (nee Revering) Vedress at Humboldt, SK. He was raised on the family farm situated between Lake Lenore and Annaheim; he attended Schuler School. On December 9, 1972, Cliff married Joan Willenborg. They made Annaheim their home for 50 years, and during that time they welcomed two children. Cliff tried a few jobs until he discovered his passion for welding. In 1973 he started at Doepker Industries then moved to Bourgault Industries in 1994, where he remained until his retirement in 2015. Beyond enjoying his work, he fostered many cherished friendships that continued until his passing. Despite his dementia, he still asked and talked about all his friends. Outside of work, Cliff was a talented woodworker. Cliff & Joan took great pride in their beautifully manicured yard and were always making improvements. He enjoyed visiting family & friends, fishing, bowling, playing cards, and watching hockey. He was a kind and gentle soul with a sense of humour who was loved by many. Above all else he cherished his family the most.

Cliff will be loving remembered & sadly missed by his wife of 53 years, Joan; their two children and four grandchildren: CALVIN (Erin) – Bridgette & Leyton, TINA (Les) Markewich – Andrew & Lauren. He is survived by his siblings:  Doris (Jerome†) Doepker, Ed (Sherry) Vedress, Richard† (Lila) Vedress, Delmer (Karen) Vedress, in-laws of the Willenborg family & numerous nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents; Victor & Viola Vedress and parents-in-law; Joseph & Elizabeth Willenborg, niece; Carol Forster, and a very special aunt; Florence Revering.

The Funeral Mass for Cliff was held on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Ann Roman Catholic Church, Annaheim, SK.  Interment followed in the St. Ann Columbarium.  Memorial Donations in Cliff’s memory may be made to St. Ann Cemetery Fund or St. Mary’s Villa Foundation.