Stephen James Cicon

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Stephen James Cicon

<p>Stephen James "Jim" Cicon, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 30, 2025, in Medicine Hat, Alberta, at the age of 82 years with his loving wife by his side. Born on November 25, 1942, in Cereal, Alberta, Jim is survived by his devoted wife of 55 years, Eileen, who he knew was the love of his life when his dog Lucky kept running away to her house after they met. Eileen was continuously ogled by Jim throughout the years and fondly expressed “No one will ever love me more”. Jim boasted endlessly about his daughters Coralee (Ed) Rahn and Colette (Chris) Prosofsky and was immensely proud of his sons-in-law. “Softy daddy”, as the girls affectionately called him, always looked forward to family camping and boating trips. Jim adored his grandchildren, Calynne and Callen Prosofsky, and Gabriel and Lucas Rahn who loved his playful and teasing spirit, reporting back on their adventures and the lighthearted mischief they shared with "Papa." Papa attended many of their activities including dance, cheer, Cubs hockey, MHHS and SEAVC volleyball. Jim was delighted with his “bonus granddaughter”, Melissa (Jon) Lampard and their children, Quinnlyn and Isabella. His favourite occasions were when the family would come together for dinner. Jim is survived by his brothers, Roger, Ralph, Harold (Lynn), Randy, and Ricky (Susie), brother-in-law Lavern Buchert, as well as Eileen’s siblings, Geri Polanchek, Audrey (Delmer Haggkvist), and Warren Doering (Marion). Jim was predeceased by his parents Stephen and Catherine Cicon, his sister, Brenda Buchert; Eileen’s parents, Karl and Alice Doering, her siblings, Clifford and Sandra (Tom Kelly), brother-in-law, Alvin Polanchek and their godson Garth Ziegler. Jim grew up in Scandia, moved to Onefour, and graduated from MHHS where he won many awards in football, basketball, volleyball and track and field. While in Air Cadets, Jim earned his private pilot’s license which he proudly referred to as his “wings”. For 25 years, Jim was known as the “Allstate Man”, earning numerous awards and preserving friendly relationships with his clients. As a charter member of the Saamis Rotary Club, Jim maintained perfect attendance for 47 years, even attending international meetings. Jim and Eileen created many beautiful memories through travel, particularly in Mazatlán where Jim was a fierce “barterer” and enjoyed a cold cerveza or a coffee and Kahlua in the warm sun. Collections were his passion and included: hats, stamps, golf balls, pins, stir sticks, eclectic pieces of money, newspaper articles, Crown Royal, and Mexican “Rolex” watches. Speed walking the same route in Ross Glen prepared Jim to compete at the Mayo Midnight Marathon in the Yukon. In Jim’s retirement, he found joy in golfing and collecting thousands of balls, earning him the nickname “ballhound”. His competitive nature was evident during cards, dice, pool games and coffee with the “old farts” and he was pleased when he could still win pool games in his wheelchair. Jim enjoyed watching his grandchildren during in-person and online games, as well as the Tigers. Special thanks to all his family, friends, Rotarians, Masterpiece and Homecare staff who supported Jim and felt the kindness and humor he shared so generously. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to Diabetes Canada in Jim's memory. A celebration of Jim’s life will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025 at the Medicine Hat Lodge from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. with a program starting at 1:30 p.m. Condolences may be sent to www.saamis.com or by email at condolences@saamis.com, with the subject heading Jim Cicon.</p>
November 25, 1942 - March 30, 202511/25/194203/30/2025
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In loving memory of Jim from the Rahn Family. Anna RahnIrene and Family Ed and Family Willy and Family Anita and Family Joann and Family