Micheal (Mike) Stemler

With profound sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved father, grandfather, and friend, Mike Stemler, on July 5, 2025, at Pilgrims Hospice, surrounded by the love and presence of his family.

Born and raised in Edmonton, Mike was a proud graduate of the University of Alberta. He built a successful career in sales at Xerox Canada, where he was not only a valued colleague but a trusted mentor to many. Mike’s warmth, wisdom, and integrity left a lasting impression on everyone he worked with — especially long-standing clients like Edmonton Public Schools, with whom he shared meaningful professional relationships.

Above all else, Mike's greatest joy in life was his family. He was a devoted and deeply loving father to Jarrett (Ashley) and Kate (Don), and an adoring Papa to his grandchildren: Adelyn, Emelia, Emery, Lennon, and Ramsay. His love for them was boundless, and he cherished every moment spent with them — truly, the best Papa ever.

Mike touched the lives of so many with his brilliance, generosity, and humor and his absence will be felt deeply by all who knew and loved him. He was often a voice of reason, thoughtful, steady, and sincere. Naturally people frequently sought him out for guidance and advice. Whether in business or among friends and family, Mike's counsel came from a place of experience, empathy, and deep care. Mike will also be remembered for his love of golf, Disney, home renos, and the holidays.

The family extends their heartfelt thanks to the incredible team at the Cross Cancer Institute and to the compassionate caregivers at the Roozen Family Pilgrims Hospice Centre, who provided Mike with exceptional care in his final days.

To honor Mike’s memory, the family kindly encourages donations to the Pilgrims Hospice Society — a place that gave so much peace and dignity during a difficult time.

A private celebration of Mike’s life will be held at a later date.

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He will be forever missed and always remembered with love.