Obituaries

Duane Stephen Horbach

Duane Stephen Horbach

March 13, 2025

A private graveside service will be held at a later date

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Duane Stephan Horbach, who left us too soon on March 13, 2025. Born at Preeceville Union Hospital on November 27, 1960, Duane was the cherished son of Stephan and Frances Horbach, who predeceased him. He is survived by his...

Janice Shirley Madarash

Janice Shirley Madarash

March 9, 2025

To celebrate the life and love she had for family and friends, please join us in sharing some of her favorite things.

Honoring her wishes there will be no service, but there will be Hot Dogs

Come & Go Gathering

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm on Saturday, June 14, 2025

Wadena Golf Club House, Wadena, SK

Janice, daughter of Cliff and Jessie Smith, was born...

Laura Fay Alberts

Laura Fay Alberts

February 25, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Laura “Fay” Alberts, who passed away peacefully at Kelvington Hospital on February 25, 2025, with her beloved husband, Bob, by her side.

Fay was born on May 8, 1950, in Preeceville, SK, to Herb and Laura Scheller. She grew up in a big family as one of seven children, surrounded...

Lorne James Porterfield

Lorne James Porterfield

February 18, 2025

Born on May 6, 1947, in Spalding, SK, Lorne was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose sense of humor, generosity, wisdom, and unwavering loyalty will be remembered by all who knew him.

Lorne spent his early years on his family farm, located five miles east of Lac Vert. After spending 7 years with the Calgary Police Force, he and...

Helen Alma Haugrud

Helen Alma Haugrud

February 5, 2025

With profound sadness we announce the passing of Helen Alma Haugrud (nee Halpape/ Vigoren) on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025 at St. Ann’s Nursing Home in Saskatoon, SK. Helen was born on the homestead 4 ½ miles west of Rose Valley on Feb. 14, 1928.

 In 1935, Helen and her 3 brothers Ralph, Alvin, and Gordon moved to live with their grandparents,...

Anne Mary Cooper

Anne Mary Cooper

February 2, 2025

Please click the following link for the livestream:  https://vimeo.com/event/4903081

Obituary for Anne Cooper

Anne Cooper was born July 16, 1945 to Cornelius and Lena Giesbrecht, the third child in the family. She was raised on the family farm northwest of Foam Lake and it was here that she learned how to work, how to live the Christian life and do her best....

Marguerite Katherine Sloan

Marguerite Katherine Sloan

January 30, 2025

Marguerite Katherine Sloan was born Margaret Katharine Brooks at Carman, Manitoba on February 9, 1923 to Leonard and Lena (Ruston) Brooks. The Brooks family moved from Cypress River, MB to the Nut Mountain, SK area in 1924 eventually settling on a farm on NE 6-36-10-W2 (north of Glengariff School).

When the family moved, Margaret was a little more than a year...

Deanna Carole Malischewski

Deanna Carole Malischewski

January 28, 2025

Deanna Carole Malischewski (née Dean) passed away peacefully at Kelvindell Lodge in Kelvington on January 28, 2025, with family by her side, at the age of 87. She was a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother who will be deeply missed.

Deanna enjoyed spending time outdoors, especially going on fishing and Ski-Dooing trips up North. She also had a passion for...

Mary Jean McDermott

Mary Jean McDermott

January 4, 2025

On January 4, 2025 Mary (Doe) started her journey home. Mary passed away in Calgary at the age of 87. 

Mary is survived by her children, Yvette McDermott, Robert McDermott (Bobby), and James McDermott (Jimmy). Her sisters Nora Kayseas and Cecile Asham (Glen) and her Auntie Rose Young. Her grandchildren Jill McDermott and Antje Thomas (Ben) and great grandchildren Lily-Ann Mary...

Mervin Ernie Kitzul

Mervin Ernie Kitzul

January 2, 2025

Mervin Ernie Kitzul, 91, of Foam Lake, Saskatchewan, went to be with his heavenly father on January 2, 2025.

Mervin was born on March 3, 1933, to John and Dora Kitzul (née Sandul) on the family farm near Tuffnell, Saskatchewan. He was the oldest of five children (predeceased by an infant sister). He attended Rivington School.

Following the passing of his father...

Lyle William Nelson

Lyle William Nelson

December 27, 2024

Lyle William Nelson, 82, of Wadena, SK died on December 27, 2024. Lyle, son of George and Cora, passed away in the Pleasant View Care Home in Wadena after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease. He is survived by his wife, Iris, his daughter, Cherise, his son Greg (Falen), and two grandchildren, Gavin and Grady, his brother, Lloyd, his sisters,...

Viola Lynell Apooch

Viola Lynell Apooch

December 15, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Viola Lynell Apooch, affectionately known as Cecil, who departed this life peacefully. Born and raised in the beautiful Yellow Quill First Nation, Viola was a cherished spirit who brought light and joy to those around her. She was embraced and lovingly raised by, Mary Jane Stoney and her late...

Lucy Makarow

Lucy Makarow

December 6, 2024

Please click here for the Memorial Service on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 1:00 pm

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Lucy Makarow, who left us on December 6, 2024, at Lloydminster Regional Hospital. Lucy was born to John and Maria Krzak on their family homestead west of Nora, Saskatchewan, on February 8, 1931.

Lucy was predeceased...

Donna Lynne Fennuk

Donna Lynne Fennuk

December 6, 2024

Donna Fennuk was born November 5, 1948. She was the first child to Doug and Bessie Graham of Leroy, SK. She was very close with her only sibling, Julie, who was very important to her. They were 10 years apart and Julie laughs that no matter their age, Donna was always mothering her. She attended Leroy Elementary and High School...

Yvonne Leona Slippery

Yvonne Leona Slippery

December 3, 2024

Yvonne Leona Slippery passed away peacefully in Saskatoon on December 3, 2024, after a period of illness.

Yvonne is predeceased by her son, Prince Ryley Slippery; her maternal grandparents, Mushum Jim Roper and Kokum Jessie Slippery; her mother, Irene Manitopyes (née Slippery); her father, Clifford Nippi; her paternal grandparents, Jack Nippi and Maggie Lynx; and her little sister, Verna Lee Slippery.

She...

Elva Jean Lindal

Elva Jean Lindal

December 2, 2024

Elva was born, a beautiful red-haired baby, on July 22, 1939 to Frank and Anna (Nupdal) Park. Her younger sister, Lorna was born on May 10, 1941 and they became a family of four. Tragedy struck the family in 1943 when Anna passed away due to complication from thyroid surgery. Frank married Mary Ellen (Nellie) Hutchinson when Elva was six....

Theresa Christina Van Os

Theresa Christina Van Os

November 29, 2024

Celebrating the life of Theresa Christina Van Os

March 30, 1934 - November 29, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Theresa Christina Van Os, who left this world on November 29, 2024, at the age of 90, at Pleasantview Care home in Wadena. Born on March 30, 1934, in Crooked River, Saskatchewan, Theresa touched the lives...

Gunnlaugur Halldor Fredrick Axford

Gunnlaugur Halldor Fredrick Axford

November 28, 2024

Gunnlaugur Halldor Fredrick Axford, known as “Gunni,” was born on September 25, 1938, in the Mount Helca District, the third of seven children.

He attended Mount Helca School until Grade 8, after which he dedicated himself to farming. Farming was his life—working the fields, seeding, and harvesting.

Gunni loved being with his farm animals, especially his horses. During winter, he would harness...

Michael Natowcappo

Michael Natowcappo

November 27, 2024

Michael Natowcappo left us suddenly on November 27,2024 in Edmonton Alberta, aged 57. Born on July 24,1967 in Kelvington, SK to Betty Natowcappo and Gordon Lumberjack. 

Michael was a very loving man, who always went out of his way to help his friends and family. Mike was sensitive, compassionate, and always had a good sense of humor; he could share laughter...

Patrick Leo Kohlen

Patrick Leo Kohlen

November 21, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce that our brother Patrick Leo Kohlen passed away on November 21, 2024 at Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon, SK.

Patrick was the third child born to Lavern and Therese Kohlen on June 16, 1956 In Rose Valley, SK. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and his closet companion, Chester. He...