Nester Poloway of Medicine Hat passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Friday, March 22nd, 2024 at the age of 93 years. Nester leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife of 51 years, Ruth, sister, Hilaria, sisters-in-law, Marie, Jess (Abe), Olga, and Mary; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Nicholas and Mary Poloway; brothers, George (Evelyn), Julien, and Peter; sister, Gloria; and brother-in-law, Peter. Nester grew up, the oldest of six children, in Oakburn, Manitoba. He graduated from Normal School and taught for 17 years. In 1969, he left his teaching career and followed his passion for studying geology and metallurgy at Keewatin College. He met Ruth Dyck during this time and they were married on July 31, 1972. They moved to Waboden, Manitoba where Nester worked for Falconbridge Mine. When the mine closed, he went on to study power engineering in Medicine Hat. They then moved to Fort McMurray in 1979 to work for the Regional Hospital. In retirement, in 1993, they moved to Medicine Hat. Nester and Ruth went on many road trips over the years sharing a hobby for rock hounding. They enjoyed nature and fishing together. Once Nester moved to Medicine Hat, he began his passion for gardening. He was a member of Hillcrest Church and enjoyed leading Bible Studies as well. He loved his Lord and Saviour and had full confidence that at the end of his life he would be in His presence. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB, on Tuesday, March 26th, 2024 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Wednesday, March 27th, 2024 at 1:00 pm with Pastor Jamie McDonald officiating. Interment will follow at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Nester’s memory may be made to Whispering Pines. Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Nester Poloway. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to