Obituary of James Douglas Palmer Tainsh

James Douglas Palmer Tainsh was born on May 17, 1964 in Consort, Alberta. He passed away on April 24, 2026, at the University of Alberta Hospital at the age of 61 years.

Palmer is lovingly remembered by his family: his children, Mitchell (Krystal) and their children Hailey, Carter, and Leo; Brett (Selena) and their children Taisley and Traxton; and Stephanie (Danton) Berg and their children Knox, Wells, and Eden; their mom, Deanna Tainsh.

He is also survived by his sisters, Nonavee (Brent) Kary and Dawn (Larry) Resch, both of Veteran; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. Palmer will be fondly remembered by the extended family of the late Nancy Tainsh, along with numerous other relatives and many dear friends.

Palmer was predeceased by his parents, Jim and Donna.

On behalf of Palmer’s family, we wish to express our heartfelt thanks for the many expressions of sympathy and kindness shown during this difficult time. Your support is deeply appreciated. We kindly ask that you keep our family in your thoughts and prayers in the months ahead.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Palmer may be made to Ronald McDonald House or the Stollery Children’s Hospital in Edmonton, Alberta.

Everyone is invited to celebrate Palmer’s life in the way he would have wanted – a Party and surrounded by family and friends. Palmer’s party will be on Monday, May 4, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at the Consort Sportex Hall.