Obituary of Sophie Peesker

PEESKER - Sophie passed away on March 5, 2021 at the home of her daughter surrounded by family, after a short battle with cancer in Melville, Saskatchewan. She was 85 years of age. Sophie was born to Mike and Anne Antonishyn on their family farm in the RM of Bon Accord, Saskatchewan on May 3, 1935. She was the youngest daughter of 11 children. At the age 16 Sophie began working in housekeeping at the Melville hospital and later as a waitress at the Ituna cafe where she met her future husband. Sophie married George Peesker on July 17, 1954. They moved to the Peesker family farm where they farmed and raised their five children. Sophie enjoyed caring for her herd of milking cows, and raising geese, turkeys, and chickens. She was a true animal lover that had a special way with dogs. If there was a dog around, it was at Sophie's feet or following close behind as she did chores. To feed her family she began gardening shortly after moving to the farm. This developed into a passion for growing food and nurturing flowers that followed her when Sophie and George moved to Foam Lake in 1996. Sophie showed her devotion to the Sacred Heart Ukrainian Catholic Church by sharing her plants and flower arrangements. She was an active member of the parish, donating her time to the Ukrainian Catholic Ladies Aid, and lending her beautiful voice to the Church and Veselka choirs. When she wasn't giving back to her community, Sophie enjoyed spending time with her large extended family, often preparing delicious Ukrainian meals and sending everybody home with reading materials and lovingly made baking, preserves, and leftovers. Every member of her family was honored to receive one of her thoughtfully made cross stitch, crochet, sewing, or quilting projects. All appreciating the hours of love and devotion it took to make. Sophie was predeceased by her husband George. Parents Mike and Anne Antonishyn. Brothers Steve (Anne) Antonyshyn, John (Helen) Antonyshyn, Walter (Katie) Antonyshyn, and Peter Antonyshyn. Sisters Maryann Antonyshyn, and Zophia Antonyshyn. Sophie is survived by sister Victoria (and late husband Sam) Spilchak, brother Philip (Helen) Antonyshyn, brother Nick (late Elsie) Antonyshyn and brother Edward (Yvonne) Antonyshyn. Son Paul (Darlene) Peesker, their children Melissa, Ryan (Michele), Nathan and Nicole. Daughter Darlene (Daniel) Dombroski, their children Kurt, Venessa (Paul) and Jennifer (Gary). Daughter Brenda (Bruce) Goran their children Justin, Jason, Amy (Ryan), Sarah (Nick). Son Russel (Candace) Peesker, their children Stephanie, Samantha (Samual), and Devin. Son Edward Peesker, his children Christin and Jessica. Her 15 great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Memorials in memory of Sophie may be made to Sask Abilities 162 Ball Rd, Yorkton, SK S3N 3Z4 as tokens of remembrance. Service Details. Family Prayers Friday, March 12th, 2021 | 7:00pm When: Friday, March 12th, 2021 7:00pm Location: Holy Eucharist Ukrainian Catholic Church, Foam Lake Address: 238 Cameron St. FOAM LAKE, SK S0A 1A0 Family Funeral Service When: Saturday, March 13th, 2021 10:30am Location: Holy Eucharist Ukrainian Catholic Church, Foam Lake Address: 238 Cameron St. FOAM LAKE, SK S0A 1A0 Interment Location: Foam Lake Town Cemetery Address: R.M. of Foam Lake # 276 NE 31-30-11 W2 FOAM LAKE, SK S0A 1A0 Online Memory & Photo Sharing Event Ongoing Online Event About this event In Loving Memory Of Sophie Peesker May 3, 1935 - March 5, 2021 Look inside to read what others have shared Family and friends are coming together online to create a special keepsake. Every memory left on the online obituary will be automatically included in this book. View Tribute Book