Joseph Treige

Joseph Treige passed into eternal life on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, "in his own room, in his own bed!" at the Allen Gray Continuing Care Center, having been recently diagnosed with terminal cancer, his daughters and son-in-law keeping vigil at this side. Born September 19, 1941 in Glace Bay, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia to Joseph Treige, Sr. and Theresa (Rosta). Predeceased by his parents and two sisters Hattie (one year) and Theresa Brinston. Survived by one sister Annie Spencer (Gordon), ex-wife "but life-long love and sweetheart" Mary (nee Thomas), and four daughters Charmaine (Madonna House Apostolate), Nancy, Maria Nobert (Dale), and Jo-Ann.

Dad began training and working in the autobody repair trade at 15 years of age and quickly progressed to become one of the most highly skilled and sought after in the business. He soon went out on his own and provided for the family with "Joe Treige's Autobody and Used Car Sales, which included a salvage yard and towing service. He also loved wood-working and carpentry, trees, and landscaping, and was a skilled jack-of-all-trades. After moving to Edmonton about 25 years ago, Joe lived out his last 5 years at the Allen Gray Continuing Care Center in Edmonton.

The family extends sincere gratitude to the entire health care team, as well as the cafeteria and dietary staff, and all the auxiliary and support services who have created a genuine community and family spirit for their residents. We especially acknowledge, with heartfelt thanks, the nurses and entire health care team on the Third Floor, and Dad's Spruce unit, who cared for Dad so lovingly and allowed him to find a life there. Joseph was truly grateful for his time there and called it "God’s gift".

Mass of Christian Burial
Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 2:00 PM
St. Andrew's Catholic Church
12810 111 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB

Interment
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Holy Cross Cemetery
14611 Mark Messier Trail, Edmonton, AB

If anyone is so moved, donations in memory of Joseph could be directed to The Allen Gray Continuing Care Center and Auxiliary Hospital, Edmonton, Alberta.