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Art Klassen of Big Stone, AB, passed away on Monday June 30, 2025 at the age of 97 years. Art was born in Hanley, SK, to William and Margareta Klassen on October 12, 1927, and was the fourth son of the five brothers, Peter, Bill, Ernie, Art and Walter. Art was raised in Rosemary, AB, on an irrigation farm. Dad and his brother Ernie moved to Big Stone, AB, in 1954. He married Frances Deans of Countess, AB, on December 17, 1955. They resided on the ranch at Big Stone for the next 69 years. Dad enjoyed playing hockey, curling, baseball, cards, community dances and he was blessed with good neighbors. He served on the Berry Creek School Board, Big Stone Community Club, and the Big Stone Riding and Roping Club. He also coached hockey and was a 4-H leader. Dad was a partner in Big Stone Stock Contractors from its beginning until 2020. He was predeceased by his parents, 4 brothers, and grandson Clint. He is survived by his wife Frances, sons Paul (Wendy), Pat (Cindy) and daughter Penny Bogi (Chester); 10 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; special nieces Sally Bartman (Dan) and Wanda Klassen; sisters-in-law Margret Klassen, Ina Trieber, Chloe Holt and Deana Deans and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, July 8 at 2:00 PM from the Heritage Inn and Convention Centre. Rev. Alvin Penner officiating. Interment at Brooks Cemetery.