Sylvia Ethel Mills (née Ernst)
1935 – 2015
It is with deep sadness that Sylvia's family members announce her passing on November 22, 2015. Sylvia was born in Guernsey, Sk to Ira and Martha Ernst on March 14, 1935 and grew up on the family homestead in Simpson, Sk with her siblings, Delmar, Evelyn and Edward. She attended school in the Watrous area. Sylvia met the love of her life, Leslie Mills, in Watrous, and they married in 1953. They began their lives farming in Kenaston, Sk. They gave birth to their first son, Wesley, in 1954 and to their second son, Curtis, in 1956. Sylvia and Les farmed in the Kenaston area until a decline in Les's health resulted in a move to Saskatoon in 1971. In both Kenaston and Saskatoon, Sylvia and Les were active members of the community as volunteers, friends, and church ambassadors. Sylvia was a loving and dedicated spouse and mother, always putting the needs of her children and husband first. Despite the difficult struggles that occurred in relation to Les's compromised health, Sylvia remained committed in her immense love, care and dedication to Les and their sons. Sylvia lived her life as a devout Christian, and her unfailing spiritual faith assisted her and her family when Les passed away in 2001. It provides much comfort to her family to know that Sylvia has now joined her beloved Les, as well as her parents, Ira and Martha, and her brother Edward. Left to grieve Sylvia are her children, Wes (Macy) and Curtis (Lynn); her grandchildren, Jordan, Ashley, Danielle, Gabrielle, Nathan, Matthew, and Benjamin; her siblings, Evelyn (Frank), Delmar (Shirley), and Edward's wife, Barb; her in-laws, Noreen (Keith), Linda (Norm), and Ralph's wife, Evelyn; and her great-grandchildren, Jonah, Charlie, Parker, Louie, Henry and Maxwell. Sylvia will also be dearly missed by countless numbers of friends and acquaintances. Sylvia was known as a social, creative, and religiously devout woman. She loved to entertain, and her home was always filled with food and connection. She taught her boys the value of being 'a gracious host', and instilled the importance of marking life's events in special and meaningful ways. She was an amazing cook, and dinner at Sylvia's home was always a feast. Sylvia was an accomplished visual artist and engaged in her craft until the last years of her life. She patiently took the time and effort to pass on her love of art and aesthetics to her grandchildren by painting with them and for them. She loved music, and spent many hours perched in front of her or Curtis's piano, playing beautiful tunes by ear. She was an enthusiastic champion for her children and grandchildren to learn how to create music. Sylvia's Christian faith was central to her life. She attended the Emmanuel Baptist church in Saskatoon for many years and contributed significantly to assisting those less fortunate than herself. Sylvia's presence on this earth and the many gifts that she has imparted will live on through her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and the numerous people whose lives she touched. Please join us in a Celebration of Sylvia's Life at Hillcrest Funeral Home (east on 8th St, first right past Briargate Rd) at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 28, 2015. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Sylvia's memory to the Heart & Stroke Foundation (1738 Quebec Ave, Saskatoon, SK. S7K 1V9). Online condolences may be sent from www.hillcrestmemorial.ca Arrangements entrusted to Basil Forsberg.
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November 29, 2015
Dear Wes,Macy,Curtis, and Lynn,
Deepest sympathy to you,and everyone in your families, as you remember your dear mother who was a wonderful friend to all of us in our family. With love from Beverley, Doug, Steve, Teresa,Celia, Julie, Meara. neighbours on Simpson Crescent.
November 28, 2015
Mary & Ken Kruger
Sylvia's family and friends were important,but most of all her children and grandchildren. She was a proud Mother and Grandmother. May you be blessed by her memories and love.
Our sincere sympathy
Mary & Ken Kruger
November 26, 2015
Greg Mills
Wes, Curtis, and families:
So very sorry to hear of the loss of Aunt Sylvia. We always enjoyed our visits with her at family gatherings. Our thoughts are with you all at this very difficult time.
Greg and Shannon Mills
November 26, 2015
Linda Mazzei
So sad to hear of your loss. Your mother/grandmother was one of the most beautiful, loving, welcoming, classy, caring woman I have met in a long time. I was so pleased when she called me when she was in Victoria visiting. I hadn't seen her for many years and yet her visit brought me back immediately to the warmth and welcome of her home in Saskatoon. I am so honored to have been one of the many people that Sylvia and Les hosted in their lovely home. For me, Sylvia set the standard of love for her family - always saying such loving things about each of them. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, Linda
November 25, 2015
Curtis and family, I was deeply saddened by the news of Sylvia's passing. I truely enjoyed spending time with her at Brightwater.
Sincerely,
Lennette Hazelwanter
November 25, 2015
Cheryl Piprell
Our deepest sympathy to Sylvia's family. She was a wonderful person.
Blessings to all.
Gordon & Cheryl Piprell
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