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Alicia Popoff Obituary
She was diagnosed with multiple myeloma five years ago but continued to teach and paint until shortly before her death.
After obtaining her MFA from the U of S Alicia became a prominent member of the province's art community, mounting numerous exhibitions of her paintings, imparting her talents to her students and designing with her sculptor husband Leslie Potter installations familiar around Saskatoon. Just 10 days earlier she and Leslie introduced their most recent collaboration, the Dapplers, two playful steel and concrete abstract animals, at Station 20 West.
Alicia's interests were not confined to the visual arts: she loved all forms of music and took an abiding interest in nature. Her intellectual curiosity compelled prodigious reading. She also had a special affection for her nieces and nephews.
She leaves her husband, daughter Danielle (Vince) and brother Wilfred (Alexandra).
A commemoration of her life will take place at her residence on Sunday of the May long weekend.
Donations in Alicia's honour may be made to the Visual Artist Distress Fund of CARFAC SASK http://www.carfac.sk.ca/
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Ruth Anderson Donovan
June 13, 2015
I read a memorial of Alicia's passing in The Green and White, and wanted to send good thoughts to all who loved her- we took art together at Mount Royal Collegiate, and later knew one another at the U of S. I remember Alicia's talent and beauty and intelligence- she would have blessed the world and her family as an artist and educator. Her song will go on.
Peggi Rieger
May 19, 2015
Les and Danielle (Brett) - please accept my delayed but nonetheless heartfelt condolences. Alicia truly brought a special warmth and love to the classrooms of the Open School. I feel blessed to have known her.
Catherine and Graham Fowler
April 9, 2015
Graham and I were deeply saddened to hear about Alicia. She was a wonderful artist and a lovely person and member of our art communtiy.
Francesco & Anna Maria Darini
March 29, 2015
Dear Danielle........We just heard of your mother's passing and we're deeply sorry for your loss. Although, we never met your mother or father we got to know them through you. We pray to our Good Lord to give you the strength to go on. Your mom will be watching and praying for you and your dad from above. Be strong! Love, Francesco & Anna Maria.
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Judith Putter
March 29, 2015
Dear Leslie and Danielle,
I was so sorry to read about Alicia's passing. It was wonderful representing her at the Gallery in Winnipeg. But even more having her as a friend. I always enjoyed having all of you at my home in Winnipeg and visiting in Saskatoon. Her work hangs on my walls and on the walls of so many of the people I know.
May her memory be a blessing.
Josephine Mellace
March 28, 2015
Dear Danielle was very sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My deepest sympathies to you, Les and the whole family. You are in my prayers.
Leslie & Danielle
March 28, 2015
Thank you to everyone who has shared stories and offered words of comfort through this guest book, via email, by phone and with cards. We miss her greatly and hearing about all of you who were touched by her presence helps us to cope with our loss. You have filled our hearts with joy and made us cry. Alicia would have been truly humbled by it all.
Sandra Fraser
March 23, 2015
Dear Les,
I only met Alicia a few times, but was so impressed by her warmth and insights. It is clear that she made a tremendous impact on so many people and I am pleased to have some of her work in the Mendel Art Gallery collection. One of my favorites--a delightful painting of a cat was on view recently in the 50th anniversary exhibition.
Gabriel Jones
March 21, 2015
As a young man I was lucky to have Alicia in my life. Her creative energy was an inspiration both in our Open School art classes and on the walls of our family home. I remember her big smile, her kindness, and the warmth and colours of her art. Sending my deepest condolences and Big Love to Les and Danielle and the rest of Alicia's friends and familia.
Levi and Donald
March 20, 2015
Dear Les, Danielle and family,
We are incredibly saddened by Alicia's passing. We extend our sincere condolences to you in this difficult time. It was always a pleasure to visit with Alicia and we greatly admired her art as well as her character. We have seen firsthand the impact she has had on countless artists in the community. Saskatchewan has lost a beloved and inspiring art educator and truly gifted artist, much too soon.
Gale Hagblom
March 20, 2015
Alicia and Les visited me at my studio. The meeting was to provide comments on my paintings. The discourse was sophisticated and intelligent. I was humbled by her brilliance and generosity. I was an ardent fan of Alicia's and will forever value the honourable moments I spent in her company. xo
March 19, 2015
She was a lovely and generous artist. She will remain an inspiration to me.
March 19, 2015
Our deepest condolences.
Len and Gayle Semko
Paddy and Billy
March 19, 2015
We are so sorry to hear of Alicia's passing - she will be greatly missed. We extend our sincere condolescences to you and your loved ones.
March 18, 2015
Les,
My most sincere sympathy for your great loss.
Jo Ann Fahlman
Weyburn
March 17, 2015
Dear Les and family,
I am sorry for the loss of Alicia. Please accept my deepest sympathies. I am so glad to have had her as a teacher.
Louise Roy
Medbh English
March 16, 2015
We will all miss Alicia and the wonderful view of the world she gave us through her art. We feel so lucky to have known her.
Josslyn (Joyce) Meyers
March 14, 2015
Les and family: my deepest sympathies to you as you celebrate Alicia's well lived and wonderful life. I will treasure her friendship and love her amazing art always.
March 14, 2015
Dear Les,
I was at the Sask. Craft Council this afternoon and was so very saddened to see a guest book there on the counter for signing for Alicia's passing, it took my breath away for a moment, I did not know. So very sad today.
My Deepest and Heartfelt condolences to you, your daughter Danielle and family(s). Alicia was a beautiful person. Take Care Les.
Kristina Komendant
March 14, 2015
Les and Danielle- so sorry to hear about your loss- our thoughts are with you. Gary Fawcett and Allison Morrison- Union Bay- Van. island
Ron and Rusty Kurenda
March 13, 2015
Les & Danielle, we were so saddened to hear that Alicia had passed away. It was only a few weeks ago that I saw Alicia and you, Les at the Cancer Clinic and thought Alicia looks so very much healthier than when I'd seen in the past couple years, and I was so pleased to see her color looking bright, and her eyes twinkling. And now we say goodbye, too soon. Please accept our sympathies, and hopes that as time passes you will look through family pictures and remember moments that wee so special to you alll.
March 13, 2015
My heartfelt condolences to Les, Danielle and the Popoff family in these difficult times. Alicia will be missed but will live on in our hearts. - Dan Ring
Fran Ixmeier
March 13, 2015
Les and Danielle,
There are no words to express how we feel about your loss. We are so sorry to hear about Alicia's passing. She was such a wonderful spirit and kind, genuine, giving person. She always had such a gift of making each and everyone she dealt with, feel special. We hope that you find some comfort in knowing that you are in our hearts and thoughts at this most difficult time. We too miss her; the world was made a better place because of her, in her art and just in being a terrific person...she will be missed...love,
Fran, Bert & Kurt Ixmeier (Tony's sister from Brighton, Ontario)
Karin Anders
March 13, 2015
I am so sad to hear of this loss.sending sympathy . She was such a gentle soul and a light in this world, she will truly be missed.
Dorothy sawatsky
March 13, 2015
Les and Family. Alicia was a kind and gracious woman. My thoughts are with you.
Jen Budney
March 13, 2015
My deepest condolences. Danielle, Les, I am so sorry. Alicia will be missed and remembered by the whole arts community. Please take care during this saddest of times.
March 13, 2015
Condolences to Les and the family during this difficult time. hearts are with you.
Deb Evjen
March 12, 2015
Me deepest sympathies Les and family. May you remember the joy she brought every day.
Ella Wiernicka
March 12, 2015
Les and family, please accept my sincere condolences...
Thinking of you, and sharing in your sorrow.
Kevin Quinlan
March 12, 2015
My sympathies to you and family.
Ron Popoff
March 12, 2015
Dear Les, Danielle and families. My deepest condolences to you during this sad time. My thoughts are with you during these difficult days. May you always share your wonderful memories of Alicia.
Gary Robins
March 12, 2015
My deepest sympathies to Les and the family. Alicia was a fine artist, a great teacher and a valued member of Saskatchewan's arts community. She will be remembered and she will be missed. Take care.
Lee Kozak
March 12, 2015
Les and Danielle. My condolences. Alicia was a fabulous artist and an inspired person. Without a doubt one of my favourite artist's.
Susan Robertson
March 12, 2015
My deepest sympathies. I was sadden to hear of her passing and will forever remember her as a kind and gentle soul. My thoughts are with you and if you need anything in the days, weeks and months ahead, I'm there.
Darleen Gidluck
March 12, 2015
Les and family
My deepest sympathy on the passing of Alicia. May your many memories bring you comfort and peace.
Bernadette Vangool
March 12, 2015
Dear Les and Danielle,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time. I knew Alicia in high school and became reacquainted with her in the last couple of years. Her gentle spirit will be missed by all who knew her.
Louise (Lucia) Semenoff
March 12, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Judith Gossen
March 12, 2015
Dear Les,
I'm so sorry to learn of Alicia's death. She was such a lovely woman and a talented artist, so valued in our community. I'm thinking of you and your daughter, as you say good-bye to Alicia.
Gail Taman
March 12, 2015
My condolences - her spirit will live on through her art :(
Barbara Goretzky
March 12, 2015
My deepest condolences, Les with the passing of Alicia. I hope you are surrounded by love from family and friends to ease your grief. Take care.
March 12, 2015
Dear Les and Danielle
I was shocked and am so sad to hear about Alicia. Dietrich and I have so many fond memories of time spent together and I was so looking forward to coming out for a visit this spring. If there is anything I can do please don't hesitate to call. Love Noreen
Adrian Vinish
March 12, 2015
Les, I'm so sorry to hear of Alicia's passing. My heartfelt condolences to you and Danielle.
Lois Kurp
March 11, 2015
Les, my heart goes out to you and yours with the loss of Alicia, a very lovely, gentle, kind spirit. She will be missed by many. I wish you all the best at this difficult time.
Kathleen James-Cavan
March 11, 2015
Dear Danielle,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Nancy and Chris Jones,
March 11, 2015
Les, Danielle and family, We are so sad and we feel so privileged to have known her. One of her early paintings has brought us pleasure for years -we'll continue to remember her each time we look at it. Alicia continues in her work and in the love she had for you.
Nancy and Chris Jones
Puck Janes
March 11, 2015
Dear Les - Alicia was a wonderful person and one really enjoyed her sharing ways as a teacher. We will cherish our Alicia Popoff painting in a different way now.
Our best wishes to you and your family at this sad time,
Puck and Bill
Wendy Pahl
March 11, 2015
Sincere condolences to you and your family Les. Alicia was one of my favourite art teachers and her kind and gentle presence will be sadly missed.
Otto and Terry
March 11, 2015
So sorry to hear about Alicia Les. We're thinking of you.
March 11, 2015
Les and Danielle, Sandra and I offer our most heartfelt condolences on the passing of Alicia. She was truly a gifted artist and a kind and caring individual. It was a privilege to have known her.
James S. Korpan
Lynn Parsons
March 11, 2015
Deepest sympathy to you, Les, Danielle and Family, from us, Bob and Lynn. Knowing and being close to amazing Alicia for decades was one of the best joys of my life and I thought the world of her. I will miss and love her forever.
Jean Ottosen
March 11, 2015
I am sincerely sorry for your loss and offer my condolences to you and your family.
Angelika Murdock (Frischholz)
March 11, 2015
My deepest condolences on the untimely death of Alicia. She and I were classmates in high school. Her shy quiet nature was always punctuated by her radiant smile. I followed her artistic career with interest over the years. Saskatoon has lost a fine talent, and the family has lost a fine person. God bless.
Kate Hobin
March 11, 2015
Les and family, I am saddened to learn about Alicia's passing. I consider it an honour to have known her and to work with her at the Extension Division. Her energy, talent, genuine nature and desire to share her knowledge with students of art were profound gifts that will be missed. Kate Hobin
Bobbi Clackson-Walker
March 11, 2015
My deepest condolences Les and Danielle. Alicia was a remarkable person and a truly inspiring artist. Our community shares in your profound loss.
Edward Gibney
March 11, 2015
Les and Daniel
I offer you my deepest condolences on the loss of Alicia and wish that I could be there with you both now or in May. She was a great talent and friend and I will miss her.
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