Obituary of Chris Paulgaard

Christopher Darnell Paulgaard was born on February 21, 1982, in Provost, Alberta, to Daryl and Marcella Paulgaard. As the oldest of five children, four boys and one girl, Chris naturally took on a role of leadership, setting an example through his strong work ethic and quiet dedication to those around him.

Chris built his life around hard work, spending years in both the oilfield and agriculture. While he valued the friendships and experiences the oilfield brought him, farming was where his heart truly belonged. It wasn’t just his livelihood—it was his passion. Working alongside his brother and father, Chris took great pride in growing and caring for the family farm, always striving to make it better.

Above all else, Chris’s greatest love was his family. His wife, Heather, and their children, Cruz, Jaxen, and Saige, were the center of his world. He was a devoted husband and an exceptional father: steady, selfless, and deeply loving. Whether through quiet support or everyday moments, he showed his family what it meant to be truly cared for. To them, and to many others, he was simply the best.

On May 1, 2026, Chris passed away unexpectedly at the farm at the age of 44.

He will be deeply missed and forever cherished by his loving wife, Heather; his children, Cruz, Jaxen, and Saige; his parents, Daryl and Marcella Paulgaard; his sister, Janessa (Rob) Ganser and their sons, Chase, Kiptyn, and Axel; his brothers, Kyle and his daughter, Chursti; Jeremy (Tiffanee) and their children, Gunner, Berklee, and Harlyn; and Jordan (Bailey) and their children, Briar, Ryker, and Walker. He will also be lovingly remembered by his parents-in-law, Maurice and Paulette O’Callaghan; his sisters-in-law, Danielle (Tom) Rigden and Allison (Matt) Nyberg and their children, Rowan and Rhett; as well as numerous extended family members and countless friends whose lives he touched.

Chris was predeceased by his grandparents, Gordon and Gladys Paulgaard, Joe Rehman, and Tom and Katherine White.

Family and friends are invited to gather in remembrance of Chris on Friday, May 8, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Provost Arena. Interment will follow at the Provost Cemetery. All are welcome to stay afterward for a time of fellowship, refreshments, and shared memories.

Arrangements entrusted to
Gregory’s Funeral Home Inc.
www.gregorysfuneralhomes.com