BONE, Georgina Mary
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"Georgina was a sweet and giving person. She always wanted to help and would make everyone feel welcome. Georgina loved reading and discussing current events." We shared many lovely moments and will be missed greatly."
Peace and Love,
Charlene, Lori, Agnes
KUZMIK, Anna
It is with great sadness the family of Anna Kuzmik, late of Saskatoon, SK formerly of Prince Albert, SK announce her peaceful passing on October 28th, 2023, at the age of 102 years.
For 102 years, Mom loved her family, her culture, good food, and especially celebrations/gatherings that combined them all. She fed everyone who came in the door the best of everything and for many years shared those talents cooking for weddings, fall suppers, as well as many other celebrations at St. George Ukrainian Catholic Hall in Prince Albert. Everyone argues their mom and Baba makes the best perohy, holubtsi, and borscht but ours, of course, was #1. When her grandsons needed cooking advice, they called her even if it was long distance from Toronto. She made her last roaster of holubtsi for Ukrainian Christmas 2023 at the age of 101.
She was born with an ear for languages speaking Ukrainian at home and learning Polish from others in her home village of Sudova Vyshnya, Ukraine. German was her next acquisition as in the fall of 1941 she began nine years living in Germany first as a forced laborer on a farm in Poppenreuth, Bavaria. This is where she met and married Dad and acted as interpreter for many until they left for Canada in September 1950.
From a small family of four putting down roots in Prince Albert, the family grew to 5 children, 13 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, and one very special great-great-grandson. She was so excited to learn about her great-great-granddaughter on the way.
For 102 years, she spoke her mind, told us what to do, and could start conversations with anyone anywhere. She noticed small details and was a great judge of character. She had the soul of an adventurer and loved to travel. Her hands were never still. She could duplicate any knitted garment just by looking at it. Her garden yielded an abundance of fruit and vegetables and bloomed all summer long. She handstitched wool quilts and made feather pillows in the winter. Dad built her a loom in the basement so that she could make rugs.
With no trepidation or regrets and after living alone for 4 years after Dad died, she chose to move to Saskatoon for new adventures at the age of 88. There, she discovered she loved shrimp, Vietnamese fish sauce, Sunday brunch at the Delta Bessborough, making new friends and participating in various hijinx at her day program, cheering for the Riders, festivals in the park, and the support to do whatever she wanted. She marveled at computer technology allowing her to speak to her sister in Ukraine "like she's in the next room." And in her final year, when the weight of 102 years was too much for her body, she told all her caregivers, "I love you." When I asked her about this she said, "I don't want them to drop me."
Thank you to all who helped care for her in her last years and allowed her to live her best life at home to the end.
In lieu of flowers, if you are able, please consider helping the people of Mom's homeland by donating to the Canada-Ukraine Foundation or other humanitarian efforts to assist displaced Ukrainians. Just as Baba and Dido Kosowan did for her family many years ago.
A Visitation will be held for Anna on Friday, November 3rd, 2023, at 7 PM at MacKenzie Chapel in Prince Albert, SK. A Funeral Service will be held for Anna on Saturday, November 4th, 2023, at 10 AM, with burial to follow at South Hill Cemetery. Condolences can be sent to the family on our website at www.mackenziechapel.ca. Arrangements in care of MacKenzie Chapel & Crematorium. Brian & Bev Stobbs, Mark Gyoerick, Jordyn Jacobson - Mel Curle. 306.763.8488.
The above appeared in the Saskatoon Star Phoenix
Published on Oct 31, 2023
"God be with you Anna, you will be missed by everyone who met you.
REMENDA, Lovella Rose
October 30, 1941 - November 26, 2023
Lovella Rose Remenda unexpectedly passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2023 in her 82nd year. She was born Lovella Famulak, October 30, 1941 in Kindersley, SK and was predeceased by her husband Walter on February 16, 2013. Lovella was the mother of Lisa (Tom) Wilson, Brant Remenda and Loni Remenda. She was also the proud grandmother of Braydon, Matt, Zak and Mason and the great-grandmother of Nicholas and Tyler. She will be deeply missed by her brother Bob (Darlene) Famulak and her many nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. Prayers will be held at Park Funeral Home, 311 3rd Avenue N, Saskatoon on Thursday, November 30, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at Saints Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church, 1202 11th Street East, Saskatoon on Friday, December 1, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Interment at Woodlawn Cemetery. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family would request donations to the Canadian Lung Association, Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Association. To share memories and condolences, visit www.parkfuneral.ca. Arrangements entrusted to Greg Lalach, Park Funeral Home 306.244.2103.
SIELSKI, Emily
1932-2020
Emily (nee Matieshin) originally from Dana passed away peacefully after an active full life. She was independently involved in the SGI Insurance Business in Prud'homme and later Saskatoon. She was a supportive asset in John's equipment business. The customers and sales reps that John was bringing home were always well fed. Emily is remembered as a concerned, dedicated parent and a loyal and caring daughter. Though mobility issues restricted Emily in later years, she always retained her sharp, active mind. She was blessed to have exceptional care throughout her health issues from her husband John, special friend and caregiver Tammy and the great staff at Samaritan Place. Emily is survived by her daughter Sharon, son Ken (Harriet) and grandchildren Lorrie (Rob), Trevor, Tyler (Miranda) and Jim; her sister Sylvia. She was predeceased by her husband John, parents Tony and Jessie, sister Lena and brother Victor. Prayers for Emily will be held at Park Funeral Home, 311 Third Avenue North on Thursday, January 30, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy will be celebrated at St. John The Evangelist Ukrainian Catholic Church, 1st Avenue, Prud'homme, SK on Friday, January 31, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. with celebrant Rev. Fr. André Lalach. Interment will follow in St. John the Evangelist Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery. Donations in Emily's memory can be made to St. John the Evangelist Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery. To share memories and condolences, visit www.parkfuneral.ca "Obituaries-Guestbook". Arrangements entrusted to Greg Lalach, Park Funeral Home, 306.244.2103.
The above appeared in the Saskatoon Star Phoenix
Published on January 29, 2020
JANZEN, Abe
March 14, 1944 - December 3, 2019
It is with great sadness Abe Janzen passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side. Survived by his love, Rose they were blessed with five beautiful children, Barb (Donny) Regier, Lori (Tim) Braun, Curtis (Dawn) Janzen, Jody (Jasmine) Janzen, and Crystal (Stan) Bueckert; numerous loving grand, great-grand, great-great-grandchildren, one brother, and three sisters. Special thanks to St. Paul's Hospital staff and Dalmeny Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan, 301 - 2550 12th Ave, Regina, SK S4P 3X1. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2019, 1:00 p.m. at the Osler Mission Chapel, Osler, SK. Arrangements entrusted to DALMENY FUNERAL HOME (306-254-2022). Published on December 5, 2019
The above appeared in the Saskatoon Star Phoenix
CRAWFORD, Lillian May
1924 – 2016
Lillian (Lil) Crawford passed away peacefully on August 28, 2016 at the age of 92 years. She lived an active life, enjoying time with family and friends. She loved to travel whenever she could. She also was drawn to give back to the community, particularly as a volunteer at Third Avenue United Church and for 35 years at City Hospital. Lillian was predeceased by her husband, Dick, in 1974, her brother, Dick Boulter, and her parents. She is survived by her children, Sandy (Ann), Judy Hannah (Dave) and Sheila Jongmans (Jeff). She loved her six grandchildren, Colleen Beausoleil (Drew), Elisse Hannah, Alayne Crawford (Chris White), Paul Jongmans, Kaiti Hannah and Lindsey Jongmans and also her first great-grandchild, Alexandre Beausoleil. The family would like to express their great appreciation to all the staff at The Franklin for their dedication and kindness over the last 5 years, and to the staff of Daily Living for their special care in the last few months, especially for their compassionate care in her last hours. A celebration of Lillian's life will be held at Third Avenue United Church (304 – 3rd Avenue North) on Saturday, September 3 at 1 p.m. Following the service, a reception will be held in the basement of the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be left at www.saskatoonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are entrusted to the SASKATOON FUNERAL HOME, 306-244-5577.
The above appeared in the Saskatoon Star Phoenix
TAILLON, Madeleine
Madeleine Elizabeth Taillon (nee Deshaye) of Saskatoon, SK and formerly from Assiniboia, SK, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 13, 2018, at the age of 92 years, with family at her side. Madeleine was born on July 21, 1926, in St. Victor, SK, to Jean and Christine (nee Boisvert) Deshaye. She attended primary school in Willow Bunch and high school in Lafleche. In 1945, Madeleine began working as a clerk and bookkeeper at McAdams Jewellery Store in Assiniboia. Madeleine met Rodrigue Taillon in Assiniboia, and they were married on August 6, 1952. They were blessed with five boys Gerald, Paul, Michel, Marc, and Mario. They made their home in Willow Bunch, where Rod established his dental practice. In 1955, the family moved to Assiniboia when Rod purchased Dr. Richard Brown’s practice. Madeleine and Rod moved to Saskatoon in 2008. Madeleine enjoyed travelling with Rod to many different countries and spending time with family at their cottage on Katepwa Lake. Madeleine was a member of St. George’s CWL and enjoyed knitting, bike riding, and family gatherings. Family meant everything to her, and she was the foundation and the heart of our home. Madeleine is predeceased by her husband of 63 years Rodrigue Taillon (2015). She will be dearly missed by her loving family, son Gerald (Connie) Taillon, granddaughter Christine (Brad) Adams, great grandchildren Jasmine and Elijah, granddaughter Anita (Kyle) Broussard, great grandchildren Madeleine and Mac, grandson Jean-Paul (Jessie) Taillon, great grandchildren Brielle and Cosette, son Paul (Lynda) Taillon, grandson Dominique (Rhonda) Taillon, great grandchildren Jonathan and Juliette, granddaughter Nicole Taillon (Derek), great grandson Jacob, grandson Daniel (Kristel) Taillon, son Michel (Monique) Taillon, grandson David (Melanie) Taillon, great granddaughter Breanna, grandson Marc Taillon, granddaughter Lynne Taillon, son Marc (Marianne) Taillon, grandson Paul (Charlotte) Taillon, great grandchildren Julie, Lucie, Geneviève and Celeste, grandson Stéphane (Taylor) Taillon, grandson Jonas Taillon, grandson Mischa Taillon, son Mario Taillon, grandson Joel Taillon, grandson Justin Taillon, grandson Matthieu Taillon. The family would like to especially thank Dr. Berwyn Larson and his staff for their years of exceptional medical care as well as acknowledge the care provided by St. Paul’s Hospital, Trinity Manor and Daily Living Personal Care in Saskatoon. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, August 18, 2018, 10:30 a.m., at Holy Spirit Parish, 114 Kingsmere Place, Saskatoon, SK. Interment at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, Saskatoon, SK. Memorial donations in memory of Madeleine may be made to St. George’s CWL, Box 190, Assiniboia, SK S0H 0B0.
Hi Charlene,
You were willing to work with us and that was what we needed. I know that it will never be perfect. that doesn’t happen in this world. We certainly have friendships with your team that will last.
Thank you once again ... Marc Taillon and Brothers.
HAMM, Jake
1929-2021
A loving, gentle, caring man. Always loved a joke and a smile. We will miss him greatly. Now he will be in Heaven with his wife forever. God Bless.