Henryk
Sept. 25, 1921 – Mar. 8, 2014
Russell Henryk, aged 92 years, passed away peacefully at Long Lake Valley Integrated Facility in Imperial, Saskatchewan on Saturday, March 8, 2014.
Russell was born September 25, 1921 at Young, Sask., to Pearl and John Henryk. He will be greatly missed by his wife of 66 years Joyce; his children Jay (Kelly), Diane (Darryl), Valerie (Reed); grandchildren Jordan (Richard), Lindsay (Ryan), Meaghan (Derek); great-grandchildren Miller, Sydney, Colbie and Kaleb.
Russell farmed his entire life 17 miles east of Kenaston. Farming was not only his occupation, but his passion. Improving the land and growing a good crop were goals that Russell strived towards each year. There weren’t too many rocks that did not end up in a rock pile by Russell’s hand. In addition to farming, Russell loved the grand game of golf. He was as precise with his golf game as he was with farming. He was also an avid curler and bowler throughout his life, beginning in Kenaston and Davidson then continuing in Watrous after his retirement from farming. Russell and Joyce shared a lifetime together: but few days were they ever apart. Always best friends and supporters of each other, they built a life together based on hard work and co-operation in every facet of their lives.
A Celebration of Russell’s Life/Memorial Tea will be held in Watrous Civic Centre, 404 Main St., Watrous, Saskatchewan on Thursday, March 13 at 1:30 p.m. Interment in Watrous Cemetery at a later date. Friends so desiring may contribute in Russell’s memory to Watrous Community Health Foundation, Box 831, Watrous, Saskatchewan S0K 4T0. For online condolences, tributes or to make a donation please visit http://www.fotheringham-mcdougall.com.