GARTH RALPH MICHALSKY (1952 – 2020) On Saturday, September 5, 2020, Garth Ralph Michalsky of Burmis, Alberta, suddenly passed away at the age of 68. Garth was born on August 2, 1952 to Doreen & Ralph Michalsky. He grew up with his siblings: Rick, Alan, and Charlene and they all helped out with chores around the family ranch. Garth met the love-of-his-love Janet Hewitt, and at the age of 23 years, he & Janet married on September 23, 1977 in Cowley. They raised their three daughters to appreciate, respect and care for their horses. Ranching was his life with Janet and his girls. He enjoyed attending roping events with them and was currently a director for the South Century Team Roping Association. His family was everything to him and looked forward to spending time with his children and especially his grandchildren, whom he adored. Hunting and guiding were some of the wonderful times spent with his friends and family. He was a man who loved the great outdoors and all that it had to offer him. He will be greatly missed by all those who knew him and loved him. He is survived by his loving wife Janet Michalsky of 43 years; his three daughters: Danita (Jeff) Harrish of Thorsby, AB; Melanie (Josh) Jordet of Medicine Hat; and Valerie (Tyler Dingreville) Michalsky of Burmis; his seven grandchildren: Cassidy, Jace, Dane, Odin, Lina, Fallon and Brennley; his mother Doreen Michalsky of Pincher Creek; his brother Alan (Barb) Michalsky of Burmis; his sister Charlene (Tom) Kasinec of High Prairie, and his sister-in-law Fayra Michalsky of Lundbreck, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles. Garth is predeceased by his father Ralph Michalsky and his brother Rick Michalsky. Memorial contributions may be made to South Century Team Roping Association (c/o Pam Houze, Box 283, Lundbreck, AB T0K 1H0) or to a charity of your choice. A Celebration of Life Festival for the late Garth Michalsky will be held at a later date. To email condolences, please visit www.snodgrassfuneralhomes.com. Snodgrass Funeral Homes assisting the Michalsky family with funeral arrangements (403) 627-4864.