Obituaries

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Local obituaries for the Martensville, SK area

Larry Joseph Arcand

Larry Joseph Arcand

Jan 27, 2026

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Larry Joseph Arcand at the age of 75 years which occurred on January 27, 2026. Wake Services for Larry will begin at 5 p.m. on Thursday, January 29, 2026. The Funeral Service will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 31, 2026. Both Services will be held in the Muskeg...

Marie Rose Balthazar

Marie Rose Balthazar

Jan 26, 2026

The family of Marie Rose Balthazar is saddened to announce her passing on January 26, 2026, at the age of 90 years.

Cherished Memories Funeral Services is honoured to be entrusted with the care and arrangements for Ms. Balthazar.

Denise Rachel Bussière

Denise Rachel Bussière

Jan 24, 2026

The family of Denise Rachel Bussière is saddened to announce her passing on January 24, 2026 at the age of 93 years.

Denise was dearly loved and will be missed by her children Adèle (Doug), Gerald (Margaret); grandchildren Nadine (Adam), Kayla, and Matthew; and great-grandchild Jace. 

Denise was born in Zenon Park, where she lived with her parents and fifteen siblings, until...

Darlene Ruth Grace

Darlene Ruth Grace

Jan 24, 2026

The family of Darlene Ruth Grace sadly announce her passing on January 24, 2026, at the age of 71. Darlene will be lovingly remembered as a sweet and kind woman whose gentle spirit and caring heart touched all who knew her. She will be deeply missed.

A full obituary from the family will be available in the days ahead.

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David Wesley Giffen

David Wesley Giffen

Jan 21, 2026

The family of David Wesley Giffen, born May 20, 1940, are saddened to announce his passing on January 21, 2026. David was a humble and selfless man whose quiet strength and kindness were felt by all who knew him. He was a devoted husband and a loving father, and he will be remembered with gratitude and affection by his family...

Douglas Henry Smith

Douglas Henry Smith

Jan 20, 2026

It is with great sadness we announce Doug passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026 at St. Paul's Hospital after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer.

Doug will be lovingly remembered and forever missed by his family and friends.

Doug is survived by his loving children: Darryl Smith (Nina Criddle), Wendy Flynn (Jeremy Flynn), Kerrie Smith, and Christina Smith, as well...

Lynne Taryn Gladue

Lynne Taryn Gladue

Jan 18, 2026

Lynne Taryn Gladue, lovingly known as Dragonfly Woman, was born on September 11, 1979, and passed away on January 18, 2026.

Lynne was a strong, fierce, and deeply spiritual woman whose presence was felt the moment she entered a room. She carried a beautiful soul, a kind and generous heart, and a strength of character that inspired those around her. Her...

Gilbert Weimer

Gilbert Weimer

Jan 17, 2026

Gilbert Valentine Weimer, was born February 14, 1951 at St. Paul's hospital in Saskatoon to Walter and Eustine Weimer. The youngest of 6 siblings, he was the baby of the family and never stopped acting like it! Lovingly referred to as Grumpy by his family, had a varied career, spanning many industries and provinces, from BC to Manitoba. Finally settling...

Sharon Catherine Gartner

Sharon Catherine Gartner

Jan 17, 2026

Sharon Gartner was born on June 8, 1958, in Macklin, Saskatchewan, and passed peacefully on January 17, 2026, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, surrounded by loved ones.

Sharon was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and aunty whose love knew no bounds. She is lovingly remembered by her brother Don Gartner and sister Marlene Feser; her four children: Joseph, SherriLee (Cam), Glenn (Amanda), and...

Shawn David Pellerin

Shawn David Pellerin

Jan 16, 2026

Shawn David Pellerin was born on November 6, 1965, in Cut Knife, Saskatchewan to parents Dave and Theresa. He grew up with his siblings on the family farm where he played outdoors and attended school in Cut Knife.

In 1985 he met Glenna and followed her to Saskatoon where he worked while she attended university. Eventually they moved to Martensville, got...

Michael Patrick Cherkowski

Michael Patrick Cherkowski

Jan 8, 2026

Michael Cherkowski, born April 25, 1962, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026, at the age of 63.

Michael was born in Cardston, AB but grew up and spent most of his life in Hudson Bay, SK helping with the family business. While he moved to Prince Albert for many years, he found home in Melfort, SK, where he resided since...

Clairon Clayton Robinson

Clairon Clayton Robinson

Jan 7, 2026

Clairon Clayton Robinson was born on August 1, 1989, at St. Paul’s Hospital in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. He passed away on January 7, 2026, at the young age of 36 and will be remembered with love by those who knew him.

He was predeceased by his grandparents, Swede and Loretta Robinson, and by his father, Bruce Robinson.

Clairon is lovingly remembered by Judy...

Leon Haas

Leon Haas

Jan 7, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dad Hugh Leon Haas. He was surrounded by loved ones as he took his last breath at 1724 hrs on Jan 7, 2026

Leon was predeceased by his parents Hugh and Doris (Legge) Haas, his in laws Dave and Sally Bollman, brother John (Jack) Haas, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Almira...

Doris Pauline Durocher

Doris Pauline Durocher

Jan 6, 2026

Doris Pauline Durocher, born August 22, 1960, passed away on January 6, 2026. Her spirit is now at rest and she will be lovingly remembered by her family and friends.

Cherished Memories is honoured to be entrusted with the care and arrangements for Doris Durocher.

Karen Lund Scott

Karen Lund Scott

Jan 6, 2026

Karen Lund Scott passed away peacefully on January 6, 2026, at St. Paul’s Hospital. She is lovingly remembered by her sons, Dana (Brenda) and Sam (Kelly). A memorial service for Karen will be held in the spring, at which time a full obituary will be shared.

Cherished Memories is honoured to be entrusted with the care of Karen Scott.

Michael Kobylak

Michael Kobylak

Jan 4, 2026

With heavy hearts, the family of Michael Kobylak announces his passing on January 4, 2026, at the age of 78. He will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.

"There is really nothing that I could say that would turn out just right,

My love for you is brighter than the light.

Every time I...

Shawn Christopher Harhara

Shawn Christopher Harhara

Jan 3, 2026

Shawn Christopher Harhara, born September 10, 1976, passed away at home on January 3, 2026, at the age of 49.

Shawn is lovingly missed by his wife, Tanya, and their daughter, Adyssen. He is also survived by his parents, Donald and Brenda Harhara; his brother, Scott, and sister‑in‑law, Erin Harhara; his mother‑in‑law, Linda Materi, and Hank VanHam; as well as his...

Judith Mary Hamoline

Judith Mary Hamoline

Jan 2, 2026

It is with a heavy heart that the family of Judith “Judy” Mary Hamoline announces her passing on January 2, 2026, at Royal University Hospital with loved ones by her side.

She was born on September 27th, 1958, in Shellbrook, Saskatchewan to Hilda and John Farthing. She lived an extraordinary life filled with adventure, laughter, and love. She was proud of...

Leonard Allan Holowaychuk

Leonard Allan Holowaychuk

Dec 30, 2025

On Dec 30th, 2025, Leonard Allan Holowaychuk left this world, free from pain.Len was born, on June 4th, 1945, in Willingdon, Alberta, to John and Violet (Dary) Holowaychuk, the first of 5 children.He grew up on farms, first near Ispas, Alberta and then Marwayne, Alberta. Those early years instilled a very strong work ethic, a soft heart for animals, and...

Lawrence G. Nelson

Lawrence G. Nelson

Dec 28, 2025

With deep sadness we announce the death of Lawrence G. Nelson of Warman, Saskatchewan, on December 28, 2025. 

Larry was born November 13, 1948 in Spiritwood, Saskatchewan, the son of Paul and Iris Nelson. He grew up on the farm near Bapaume, attending OXO school in Bapaume and Spiritwood High School. After graduation he moved to Saskatoon to work with his...