Michael Yanko

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Michael Yanko, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Michael was born on November 3, 1926, to Fred and Maria Yanko. In 1962, he married Winnie, and together they built a good life on the family farm. They raised four children and shared many years full of fulfilling work, family, and love.

Mike was happiest surrounded by his family and had a lifelong love of horses. He spent many years farming, finally retiring in 1995 when he and Winnie moved into Kelliher.

He leaves behind his wife Winnie; children Wayne (Laura), Michelle (Gerald), Debbie, and Gail; and grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Daniel, Cora and family, Crystal and family, Chelsea and family, Chasity, Harry, Zach, and Elly.

Michael was predeceased by his parents, Fred and Maria; brothers John, Pete, and Bill; sisters Kay, Nellie, Ann, Olga, Julia, Rose, and Caroline; and his infant brother Alex.

Mike will be remembered for his gentle nature, his wonderful sense of humour, his love of family, and the quiet way he showed he cared. He was deeply loved and will be missed by all who knew him.

Donations in Michael’s Memory can be made to: Kelliher Memorial Gardens Cemetery, PO Box 385 Kelliher, SK, S0A 1V0

As per Mike’s wishes, a private family graveside service will be held at the Kelliher Memorial Gardens Cemetery