Mike Wawryk (95) passed away peacefully on May 27, 2017 at the Long Term Care facility in Hafford, Sask. Mike was born to parents Frank and Eva Wawryk on Nov. 20, 1921. Mike attended Tillotson School and helped with the farm work and chores while growing up. He worked for McCabe and United Grain Growers as an Elevator Agent for 21 years in Richard and Blaine Lake. Mike married Merilyn Bouskill on Nov. 1, 1958 and they made their home in Richard. They started farming a portion of the Ed Bouskill land as well as the former John Snyder homestead in 1967 and Mike worked as a relief Elevator Agent for many years while he farmed. Mike loved farming and this was evident as he continued to farm well into his 70’s until his son Dennis took over the farm. They raised three children in Richard: Cheryl, Donna and Dennis. He also served as Mayor of Richard for 24 years. He enjoyed every aspect of small town life and embodied many classic “small town values” such as honesty, modesty, hard work, helpfulness and the importance of family. He could often be found helping out neighbors and friends and volunteering in the community. He had a good sense of humor, loved socializing, playing kaiser, laughing and making others laugh. A special point of pride was his grandchildren. He just loved being “Grandpa” and enjoyed it whenever the grandchildren came to visit. Mike was predeceased by his parents Frank and Eva Wawryk, wife Merilyn, sister Rosie and brothers Paul, Steve, Bill, and Joe and twin grandchildren Craig and Derek. Mike will be lovingly remembered by his children: Cheryl, Donna (Rob) and Dennis (Penni); grandchildren: Jeff, Kristin, Blake, Kyle, Nathan, Tyson, Kimberly and Allison, sisters Anne and Pauline, a brother Charlie and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, June 10, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at Richard Hall, Richard, SK. followed by the interment at Richard Cemetery and lunch to follow at Richard Hall. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Canadian Cancer Society or Hafford Long Term Care Facility. The family thank you for sharing their sorrow. Your thoughtfulness is appreciated and will always be remembered. Condolences can be sent to mail@battlefordsfuneralservice.com. Arrangements are entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. (306-446-4200)
