Obituary of Jason Belanger

Jason (Ole) was born on June 11, 1980, in Killam, Alberta, to Leonard (Jake) Hopfe and Angele Belanger. He left us far too soon on December 1, 2025, at the age of 45.

Jason was the guy friends called when they needed a good time or a lending hand — whether it was fixing something, moving something, or just sharing a cold drink and a story. He loved his family and friends and had a passion for riding his motorcycle, sled, dirt bike, and anything else that went really fast. He also enjoyed camping, fishing, and hunting. He shared those passions with his family and friends, and those memories will be forever in our hearts.

He is survived by his three sons, Ryan McLaughlin (Brook Constable), Deagen McLaughlin, and Nixon McLaughlin, along with their mother, Lisa McLaughlin. He is also survived by his father Jake, his mother Angele, sisters Heather (Bella) and Ashley (Taiten, Riley, Khya), and grandparents Heather and John Geerligs. Jason leaves behind many special relatives, his in-laws and nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and countless friends who will miss his humor, the twinkle of mischief in his eyes, and that unforgettable giggle and grin.

He was predeceased by his grandparents Kathleen and Stan Hopfe, and his uncles Dean and Brent Hopfe.

A Celebration of Life will be held on December 20, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at the Hardisty Community Hall. Family and friends are invited to gather in remembrance of Jason’s life, sharing stories and honoring the legacy he leaves behind. There will be refreshments after the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Jason’s memory may be made to the Battle River Community Foundation.