Kenneth’s Obituary
It is with great sadness the family of the late Kenneth Dereniwsky, beloved husband of Monica Dereniwsky of the Mikado District, SK, announce his passing on March 3, 2021, at the age of 74 years.
Kenneth was born November 3, 1946, in Yorkton, SK, to Paul and Beatrice (nee Malinsky) Dereniwsky. The oldest of five children, Ken was raised with his siblings on a farm northeast of Rhein, SK. He attended school and completed his grade 11 education prior to moving east of Mikado, SK, where he operated his own farm. In addition to farming, Ken worked as a school bus driver and as a grader operator within the RM of Sliding Hills.
On July 29, 1972, Ken married Monica Yurkowski at Yorkton, SK. Together, they continued to work and raise their family on their farm. The birth of his children and grandchildren were the highlights of Ken’s life and he beamed with pride as he watched them grow, knew the value of quality time spent with them, and remained an inspiring positive role model in their lives. Many lasting memories were made during family gatherings at Clearwater and Madge Lake, playing cards with his granddaughter, Hailey, or while cheering on his grandsons in hockey and celebrating their remarkable achievements. Undoubtedly, Ken’s family was the greatest treasures of his life.
In 2012, Ken retired from the RM and enjoyed the opportunity to proudly help his son as he continued the family farming operations. Physical limitations became more apparent as he aged, but he still anxiously anticipated being a huge support on the farm with his wealth of advice, listening ear, constant willingness to lend a hand, and his admirable work ethic.
Evident in how much he enjoyed teasing his sisters or having a good, wholesome laugh with his family and friends, Ken had a great sense of humour. He was a humble, hardworking, sensitive, genuine and loving man who was always willing to help anyone in need. These, the qualities of his legacy, are the characteristics he proudly instilled in his children and grandchildren.
Ken will be remembered as a gentle, kind soul with a heart of gold and he will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Ken was predeceased by his parents, Paul and Beatrice Dereniwsky; and his son, Garrett Dereniwsky, in infancy.
He is survived by his loving wife, Monica; son, Dean (Kristen); daughter, Carmen (Shane) Kraynick; his treasured grandchildren: Carson and Carter Dereniwsky and Connor, Parker, and Hailey Kraynick; sisters: Gail (Jim) Sletten of Yorkton, SK, Gloria (Bob) Faryon of Yorkton, SK, Jo-Ann (Bill) Wilson of Calgary, AB, and Glenda (Garnet) Ottenbreit of Winnipeg, MB; and his uncle, Mervin (Marlene) Malinsky of Rhein, SK; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
A Private Family Funeral Service will be celebrated and livestreamed at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 10, 2021, from the Chapel of Leson’s Funeral Home, Canora, SK, with Very Rev. Fr. Joakim Rac, as Celebrant. A Public Committal Service will follow at the Canora Cemetery, at a later date, once Public Health restrictions allow for larger gatherings. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to STARS Air Ambulance or to a Charity of Donor’s Choice, as tokens of remembrance, in memory of Ken Dereniwsky.
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Death notice for the town of: Canora, Province: Saskatchewan