Anne Floreen York

Anne Floreen York

Anne York Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Dec. 9 to Dec. 11, 2006.
ANNE FLOREEN YORK June 9th, 1930 _ December 7th, 2006. On Thursday, December 7th, 2006 Anne Floreen York, surrounded by close family passed away peacefully at the Regina General Hospital. Predeceased by her parents Elizabeth Maier and John Eiswerth, daughter Karen Anne, and sister, Katherine; Floreen is survived by her loving husband of 53 years Robert York, daughter Celeste (Regina), son Gregory (Kathryn Gieni) and grandson Marcus, Hong Kong, and Celeste's daughters LeeAnn, Montreal, PQ; Marissa , Victoria, BC; sister Leontina (Stanley Hawkes), Regina, SK; brother-in-law Jack Blender, Balcarres, SK; brother Wilf (Dorothy), Surrey, BC; sister Bernadette Greschner, North Battleford, SK; sister Clara Dewey, Young, SK; brother Art (Marg), Medicine Hat, AB; sister Marie (Harve) Thibault, Humboldt, SK; brother Richard (Sharon), Regina, SK; brother Ken, Saskatoon, SK; brother Ken Saskatoon, SK; brother Frank (Linda), Estevan, SK; Vic (Jackie),Whitehorse, YU and numerous nieces and nephews. Floreen is also survived by Bob's family members including Pauline Ireland, Comox, BC, Alice Geib, Regina, SK., Irene Truman, London, ON, Harold Youcke, Aylmer, ON, Ivan Youche, Oliver, BC, and Lyle Young, Prince George, BC. Floreen was born near Simpson, SK., on June 9th, 1930, sixth of a family of 12 children. Her bright brown eyes, distinctive laugh, and sharp intelligence were noted from an early age. Floreen attended Normal School and at the age of 16 began teaching at Sweet Hill Country School in the Simpson Hills. She then taught in Young and Strasbourg. It was in Strasbourg that she caught the eye of a handsome WWII veteran who became the love of her life. Together they farmed in the Last Mountain hills near Duval, Saskatchewan where they welcomed the births of their 3 children; Celeste, Karen and Gregory. Karen's special needs strengthened Floreen and Bob's bond of love and marriage, and embedded a sense of acceptance for diversity within their family unit. In 1959, Floreen accepted a teaching position with Regina Catholic Schools. She completed her Bachelor of Education with Distinction at the University of Saskatchewan Regina Campus and then began a program for children with reading and learning disabilities. She pursued a Master of Education degree at the University of Missouri, Columbia, with Great Distinction. Floreen continued with Regina Catholic Schools as a Consultant. She held many positions both nationally and internationally within her area of expertise. She was a popular speaker and workshop presenter and always championed children with exceptionalities. Her greatest gifts were her positive loving spirit, her zest for life, her wicked wit, her patience and expert teaching. You have touched so many Floreen. We love you and will think of you each time we laugh heartily. Visitation will be held TONIGHT from 7:00 8:00 pm for family and friends at Regina Funeral Home, Hwy #1 East, Regina, SK. Funeral Mass to celebrate Floreen's life will be held at Christ the King Parish 3239 Garnet Street, Regina on Tuesday, December 12, 2006 at 3:00 pm with Father Ken Koep as Celebrant. Interment to follow at Memorial Gardens on Wednesday, December 13, at 10:00 am. A In lieu of flowers, donations in Floreen's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Society of Saskatchewan, 301, 2550 12 Avenue, Regina, SK S4P 3X1. To sign the online book of condolences, family and friends are invited to visit www.reginamemorial.ca . Arrangements are entrusted to

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December 14, 2006

Leila Thompson Flavell posted to the memorial.

December 13, 2006

Audrey and Dale Snowdon posted to the memorial.

December 11, 2006

Sandy Eiswerth posted to the memorial.

13 Entries

Leila Thompson Flavell

December 14, 2006

Dear Celeste and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely, Leila

Audrey and Dale Snowdon

December 13, 2006

Dear Bob, Celeste, Greg and families,
We have just returned from Costa Rica and are saddened to learn of Floreen's passing.
We will remember the good times we had together - teaching, going to the farm and the cabarets - to mention a few.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Love always,
Audrey and Dale

Sandy Eiswerth

December 11, 2006

Dear Bob, Celeste, Greg & families
I am deeply saddened to hear about Floreen's passing. I will always remember her kindness, caring & her wonderful smile. I'm sorry I won't be at her service but you will all be in my prayers.
Love,

Milt & Valerie Miller

December 11, 2006

Dear Uncle Bob and Family
We were saddened to hear of Auntie Floreen's death. I have many wonderful memories of summers spent "on the farm"with you both. Auntie Floreen will be remembered for her advocacy for children's learning and inspiring beginning teachers. Our thoughts are with you while you hold onto your memories.
Love,

December 11, 2006

Bob and Family: We were so very sorry to read about Floreens death. We have many good memories of her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Cliff and Doris Hanson, Strasbourg, Sask.

Fran Miller

December 10, 2006

Celeste and family,
Gerry and I are sorry to hear of
the death of your mother. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

John and Marlene Shuba

December 10, 2006

Uncle Bob,Celeste, Gregg and families. John and I were so sorry to hear of the passing of an aunt we thought the most wonderful person in the world to us Kidby kids. We will all miss her. May God be with you all at this time.

Cheryl Thibault

December 10, 2006

Auntie Floreen..
This is a time when I want to say so much to you...But somehow deep inside...I know you are in my heart and can hear me... I want to thank you so much for being the example in my life and for the unconditional LOVE and UNDERSTANDING you have both given and shown me. There has not been a day in my life you have not been part of me, I know there will not be a day in my future without you in my heart. You have given me courage to fight through all my challenges... and more love to share than you will ever know... How can "thank you" ever be enough...I will miss you so much... I LOVE YOU and my hope in life is to somehow touch a fraction of the people you have... Thank you for sharing your warm heart and for helping me to smile and laugh again... and teaching me to Live with Passion.....
After proof reading this..I had to smile, as I can see you looking over my shoulder checking my spelling and grammer... like you always did

gayle simon

December 10, 2006

Dear Bob, Celeste, Greg and family, We were so sorry to read of Floreen's passing. We have the fondest memories of her, most especially her infectious laughter. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Elaine and Gayle

JoAnne Piche

December 9, 2006

Celeste & family,
Our thoughts are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
JoAnne & George Piche

Barb Huber

December 9, 2006

Dear Celeste,
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Floreen was a wonderful teacher (I took a class from her at the U of R) and a great mentor. I hope your happpy memories of her zest for life, her sense of humor and her generosity of spirit will comfort you in this sad time. I am in BC for the winter and will not be able to attend her services, but please know that Floreen, you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Erin Tourigny

December 9, 2006

To Bob, Celeste, and Greg: My thoughts and prayers are with you tonight. Florene was an extraordinary person.

God Bless, Erin Tourigny

Larry and Sylvia LeBoldus

December 9, 2006

Celeste and family
Sorry to hear about your mother. Our prayers are with you at this time.

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