Linda Marie deRegt
April 3, 1949 – April 9, 2014
Linda deRegt lived most of her life in Hanley. She was the second oldest of four sisters born to Ernie and Susan Unrau.
After completing her grade 12, Linda took a hairdressing course at Marvel Beauty School in Saskatoon. A short time after, she took over the business of her good friend Linda Dietz and continued running her salon for over 40 years.
Linda worked so hard all of her life raising her sons, Darren and Bob, as a single parent. She was a faithful “hockey Mom” and always made sure her boys didn’t miss out. When Bob passed away three years ago Linda was heartbroken and she never got over losing him. Yet, in spite of all the struggles throughout Linda’s life, she always managed to bring a smile, her love and her generosity to anyone and everyone around her. Her sense of humour was enjoyed by all – she was quite a comedian.
Linda was always very involved in the community. She served on Town Council for many years and until her passing was on the board of the Hanley Housing Authority.
Linda’s senior clients had a special place in her heart. She often chauffeured them to different outings and appointments and brought them food if they were sick. Over the years many have passed away but Linda still saved their client cards. She said she just couldn’t throw them out.
A highlight for Linda and her family was when, in 2012, she was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee medal for her continued devotion and service to her family and community. It was a very well deserved recognition for sure.
Linda spent her last two weeks and two days in the hospital. Her room was a busy place full of family, friends and lots of laughs. The doctors and nurses were often included in the joking around. Linda told us all that she had a wonderful birthday surrounded by family and friends. Unfortunately, she suffered a stroke sometime later in the evening after her birthday. This along with other medical complications made it difficult for her to communicate. We were all grateful, though, that Linda knew who we all were and she responded to each one of us.
Linda is survived by her son Darren (Trina) deRegt, grandsons Tyler (Katelyn) and Cody, granddaughter Emma; sisters Sylvia Unrau, Dorothy (Merle) Prpic and Elaine (Alan) Unrau; nieces and nephews Pam (Curtis) Hilkewich and children Emily and Joseph; Julie (Chris) Wintringham and children Liam and Lucas; Michelle (Kenny) Howard and children Brody and Davis; Mark (Annette) Prpic and children Kaeli, Abigail and Toby; Jen (Cory) Zdunich and children Michael, Megan, Faith and Gracie; Erin (Chad) Kuffert and children Sophie, Vincent and Violet; Mark and Lisa along with their families.
Linda is predeceased by her son Bob deRegt, parents Ernie and Susan Unrau, brother-in-law Mike Zdunich and life partner Peter Beckie.
A special thank you to all of Linda’s clients and friends in Hanley and the surrounding communities for your cards and gestures of kindness. Your loving support is very much appreciated.
Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson was in care of arrangements.