Obituaries

Jun 18, 2023

Dennis was born in Rose Valley, SK to parents George Muntain and Olga Sawchuk. He grew up in the Fosston and Wadena, SK areas. Although he briefly resided in B.C., he lived the majority of his adult life in Regina, SK.

Dennis worked as barber for almost 15 years and later, took on work as a handyman....

Jun 10, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Theresa, a devoted mother, cherished aunt, and a beacon of love and joy to all who knew her.   On February 28, 1988, Theresa blessed this world with her presence, bringing joy to all who knew her. Regrettably, we now find ourselves in profound mourning as we...

Jun 5, 2023

Michael Robert Luciuk was born in Lestock, SK on October 21st, 1963 to Walter and Judy Luciuk.  According to Judy, he was a cute, chubby cheeked little boy who was always happy.

Michael was raised on the farm and attended school in Wishart. At the age of 8, he was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. This was...

May 30, 2023

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Leslie (Les) Laverne Terry on May 30th, 2023 at the Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon, SK. Les was born on a farm near Tribune, SK on September 30th, 1937. The family moved later to a farm west of Rapid City, MB, where Les attended Oakleigh School. Following school, he...

May 28, 2023

A Private Family Memorial Service will take place at a later date

It is with great shock and sadness that the family of Steven Andrew Figeland announces the sudden passing of their beloved Husband, Father, and Grandfather on May 28, 2023.

Steven was born on August 15, 1947, and was the chosen child of Ingolf...

May 23, 2023

Grant- MILDRED NINA GRANT, formerly of Punnichy, SK, passed away peacefully at the age of 94, on Tuesday, May 23,2023, at the Silver Heights Special Care Home, Raymore, Sk. She was born on June 10,1928 at the family farm near Wishart.

Predeceased by her husband John Cooper (Jack) Grant; parents Fred and Nina Hall; father and mother-in-law...

May 19, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Joyce Daschuk on May 19, 2023, at the age of 78 years.

Joyce Daschuk (nee Mocyk) was born March 9, 1945, at the Preeceville Union Hospital to Peter and Daisy Mocyk (nee Yednak). Joyce took her schooling at Shaftesbury School and Lone Spruce School. In...

May 13, 2023

The children of Bob and Lorraine Colby are orphans with the passing of Lorraine. And the youngest is only in her 60's!

We aren't sure if mom joined dad because she thought after 71 years of marriage, he couldn't get along without her, or thought he was enjoying himself too much with all his old buddies.

May 4, 2023

Garnet Leslie was born March 31st, 1947 to David and Mabel Murray. He is the 6th of 7 children. Garnet started his schooling at Willow Glen, then moved to Wadena School in 1956 after the passing of his father. He and his 3 sisters, along with his mother spent the winters of 1956 & 1957 living in Wadena with...

May 3, 2023

At Shelley's request, there is be no Funeral Service held at this time

May 2, 2023

It is with great sadness that Kah-mi-kitiziay-pinay-zi (Loud Thunderbird), Kah-tipin-ni-wew-tung (Rolling Thunder), Lional Shawn Kayseas has started a peaceful journey to his forever home surrounded by his loving family on May 2, 2023.

Lional was the precious and only child of Ella Kayseas – they were the best of friends and were strongholds for each other. He...

May 1, 2023

Apr 28, 2023

Phyllis Sarah Olson, at the age of 95, passed away peacefully on April 28th, 2023 with her daughter by her side.

Phyllis was born on the farm near Invermay, Saskatchewan August 7th, 1927 to parents Sarah and Alfred Cook. She was the youngest of four children and grew up on the farm a few miles northeast of...

Apr 21, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Edward James Makarow on April 21, 2023 at the Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Born on September 8, 1953, Ed was the first-born son to Adam and Lucy Makarow. He is survived by his mother, Lucy, and brothers Robert (Debbie) and Kenneth (Carole) and nephews...

Apr 18, 2023

Andrew Russell Pluhator April 14, 1944 – April 18, 2023.  It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our father at the age of 79 of Wadena Saskatchewan.  Andy passed away peacefully in his home.  Andy was the fourth child born in Wadena Saskatchewan to Mary Kucharzyshyn and Mike Pluhator who immigrated to Canada from Western Ukraine...

Apr 14, 2023

It is with sadness, but eternal gratitude, that the family of Jack Slakinski announces his passing on Friday, Apr. 14, 2023, at the age of 87 yrs.

Born on November 12, 1935, in Bruno, SK, Jack overcame so many obstacles to live a long and productive life.  Jack and his siblings were orphaned in 1937, and were...

Apr 6, 2023

Mar 24, 2023

Mary passed away peacefully on March 24, 2023, at Golden Acres at the age of 94, with her family by her side.

Mary was born on a farm SE 24-31-15 W2 in the Wishart area to Alex and Mary (nee Mardynalka) Bzdel on March 3, 1929. Mary was the second youngest of seven children. Mary’s mom passed...

Mar 24, 2023

John Babecy was born August 11, 1935 and passed away on March 24, 2023 in Kelvindell Lodge. He had spent 11 years in the Kelvindell Lodge. John was born to William and Annie Babecy. He had 5 siblings. Harry, Margaret, Dora, Mike and Betty. John did most of his schooling in Kelvington, but did grade 9 in...

Mar 20, 2023

Bernadine Mary Nakrayko, nee Stewart was born May 24, 1934 and passed peacefully on March 20, 2023. She was the third child of William and Mary Stewart .  Their home was located northeast of Kuroki and was later moved to a location further north just off Highway 38.  Kuroki was considered their hometown and they attended St. Helen’s church. ...