Cathy June Gilroy, aged 64 years of Drinkwater, Saskatchewan passed away unexpectedly from cancer on Wednesday, October 5th, 2022 surrounded by her family. Cathy was born on June 4th, 1958 in Gravelbourg, Saskatchewan to Albert and Georgina Pouteaux. She attended school in Moose Jaw, SK and graduated from Central Collegiate in 1975. Cathy married the love her life, Steven Gilroy in July of 1976. They built a life together in Drinkwater, SK where they made many lifelong friends and established deep roots.
Cathy was a strong woman with many talents and skills. She worked at Raider Industries as an Office Coordinator for over 15 years when she decided to give up her career and focus all of her time and attention to their growing farm. Cathy was the central figure of her family, along with being a key player on the farm. There was not a job that she could not do or do well.
Cathy was known and admired for her kind nature, easy going personality, and optimistic outlook. She was someone that always saw the positive in any situation. Cathy treasured her life on the farm and going to Arizona in the winter. She thoroughly enjoyed playing cards and spending time with her family and friends. Her grandchildren were paramount in her life. She looked forward to watching them play sports and going to any activities they were involved in. Holidays were very important to her. She loved hosting events and making sure celebrations were special and celebrated to the fullest. Her family will always cherish the special memories on the farm. Her presence is going to be deeply missed.
Cathy is survived by her loving husband, Steven Gilroy; children, Steven Gilroy Jr (Kerri Gilroy) and Brandy Gilroy (Jeff Mazurak). She will be lovingly remembered by her 6 grandchildren: Raea, Kaitlyn and Ryder Gilroy, Alex, Ben and Connor Mazurak.
Cathy’s family grieves her loss, but are choosing to remember her in a way that honors her spirit. Steve and the family would like to invite the community to join them in a Celebration of Cathy’s Life on Wednesday, October 12th, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. in Moose Jaw Funeral Home. You are invited to reminisce and share stories about Cathy at The Eagles Club following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations in Cathy’s name may be made to the Drinkwater Community Club. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Andrew Pratt Funeral Director 306-693-4550
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Cathy June Gilroy 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Moose Jaw, Province: Saskatchewan
A beautiful lady to say the least and you were so lucky to have her in your lives. I’d really like to come to her funeral but Dianne has Covid and I am in isolation. Our sincerest condolences to her family and the Drinkwater community. She will really be missed!