Martin Robert Vigen, resident of Clairmont, AB, passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026, at the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital at the age of 88 years.

Martin was born on April 17, 1937, in Bluffton, AB. He grew up on the farm and attended school in both Iola and Bluffton. In 1966, he married Judy Stellmaker.

As a career, Martin drove truck. In his free time, he enjoyed golfing and curling. He was also passionate about chuckwagons and the Blue Jays. In his later years, he loved watching all kinds of sports on TV, having coffee at the mall with his friends, and eating lunch at Evergreen Park.

Martin had an infectious laugh and adored his grandchildren.

He will be sadly missed by his daughters, Kathy (Neill) Klunder and Wendy Vigen; grandchildren Michael Klunder, Kelsey (Chase) Glenn, Rebecca Klunder (Jake Dahl), Levi Vigen, and Sara Vigen; great-grandchildren Melissa Klunder and Michael Jr. Klunder; siblings Melvin (Rose) Vigen, Elaine (Larry) Varty, and Ronnie Vigen; as well as many nieces, nephews, and other family members.

He was predeceased by his wife, Judy; parents Clifford and Dorothy; sister Shirley; and sister-in-law Lyn.

Martin’s memorial service will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Oliver’s Funeral Home in Grande Prairie (10005 107 Ave). Following the service, friends are invited to join the family for a luncheon in Oliver’s Tea Room. Interment will be held at the Hoadley Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alberta Cancer Foundation (albertacancer.ca/donate/).