August 7, 1951 – February 11, 2026

MICHAEL LOUIS HASTINGS, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at the age of 74, three months after discovering he had stage 4 pancreatic cancer. He was surrounded by family at home as he entered the eternal glory and loving arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

He was predeceased by his parents, Donald and Patricia Hastings, of Yakima, Washington.

He is survived by his loving faithful wife and best friend, Gwendolyn Kay Hastings, of 54 years; six children and their spouses: Jeff (Tania) Hastings (Granbury, TX), Jason (Rebecca) Hastings (Lethbridge, AB), Tim (Erica) Hastings (Edmonton, AB), Kalen (Naomi) Hastings (Coaldale, AB), Kara (Ben) Indenbosch (Kalispell, MT) and Kendon (Mackenzie) Hastings (Coaldale, AB); 19 grandchildren, and one great grandchild; his younger sister Linda Calvert (Michael Stefanchick) (Vancouver, WA), and his older brother Terry Hastings (Mattawa, WA).

Michael taught at Lethbridge College from 1974 until his retirement from full-time teaching in 2007 to dedicate more time to ministry. An avid fisherman and “fisher of men,” Mike touched the lives of many through his gregarious personality, trademark high fives, adventurous spirit and heart of compassion. He loved self-sacrificially and ordered his steps with future good in mind. You were an amazing husband, father and grandfather who made a profound impact on our lives. You fought the good fight, kept the faith and finished the race. Though you will be greatly missed, your legacy will live on through your children and grandchildren and the lives of those you touched. To the trailblazer who ran with endurance, we say: ‘Well done, good and faithful servant.’

A Celebration of Mike’s life will be held at PARK MEADOWS BAPTIST CHURCH, 2011 15 Avenue North, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 2:00 PM.

 

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• Date : 2026-02-11
• Location : Alberta