Catherine Jarotski

1948 - 2022

Catherine Jarotski obituary, 1948-2022, Canora, SK

Catherine Jarotski

1948 - 2022

BORN

1948

DIED

2022

Catherine Jarotski Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 9, 2023.

With great sadness, the family of the late Catherine Jarotski, beloved wife of Ralph Jarotski of Canora, SK, announce her passing at the Regina General Hospital on Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at the age of 73 years.
Cathy was born on July 9, 1948, in Melville, SK, to John and Mary (Pudetz) Rogowski. She attended school and received her education in Melville.
On April 1, 1967, Cathy was united in marriage to Ralph Jarotski at St. Henry’s Roman Catholic Parish, Melville, SK. Shortly thereafter, in 1971, Cathy and Ralph settled in Canora, SK, to raise their family. They also spent many years operating their antique shop in Canora and attending antique shows across Western Canada.
She was a devoted wife and mother and spent countless hours supporting her children in the ways only a mother knows how to do. In her spare time, she could often be found in the kitchen, with the radio playing, baking, and cooking.
She also enjoyed travelling and many great memories were made on family vacations throughout Canada. With their children and grandchildren, Cathy and Ralph travelled to Florida, Europe, and Asia.
Always of very strong faith in God, Cathy dedicated her time and remained very involved with the St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Parish and was an active member of the Catholic Women’s League.
Cathy will be remembered as generous, thoughtful, giving, and honest with endless amounts of patience. She will be dearly missed by her family, many friends, members of St. Joseph’s parish, and all those who knew and loved her.
Cathy was predeceased by her parents, John and Mary.
She is survived by her husband, Ralph Jarotski of Canora, SK; children: Angela (Curtis) Andrus of Nipawin, SK, Todd (Wendy) Jarotski of Saskatoon, SK, Jason Jarotski of Saskatoon, SK, and Chad (Kimmy) Jarotski of Kaohsiung, Taiwan; grandchildren: Simon, Joshua, Matthew, Kate, Sarah, Ryan, Elsie, Sebastian, and Roland; and her brothers, Alexander (Jean) Rogowski of Deep River, ON, and Bob Rogowski of Melville, SK; as well as her extended family and many friends.
A Vigil of Prayer was held at 7:00 p.m., Friday, February 4, 2022, and the Funeral Mass celebrated (and live streamed) at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 5, 2022, both from St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, Canora, SK, with Rev. Fr. Joseph Kuruvilla, as Celebrant. Rite of Committal followed in St. Michael’s R.C. Parish Cemetery, Lemberg, SK. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to St. Joseph’s R.C. Church, Canora, SK, or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan, as tokens of remembrance, in memory of Cathy Jarotski.

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March 23, 2022

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March 9, 2022

Anita Cherney posted to the memorial.

February 10, 2022

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Kathleen Shaw (Jarocki)

March 23, 2022

Dear Ralph. I just learned of Cathy's passing this morning. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I pray for comfort to continue. God's blessings my cousin.

Anita Cherney

March 9, 2022

Dear Mr. Jarotski, Angela, Todd, Jason Chad and family:

I was truly shocked to receive this message from my girlfriend Christine Bates nee Robinson about Cathy's Funeral Announcement. I used to wear my hair in a pony tail just like Cathy. Jason used to call me Neeties, They were expecting Chad when I first met them. Mr. Jarotski taught Art and English in 1977. I remember a birthday party in their dining room with several kids in attendance. I wish you well in the days and years ahead. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Your Neighbor

Anita Cherney nee Sheehan

Jean Soos

February 10, 2022

Ralph and family, our sincere sympathy in this sad time, Cathy was a wonderful friend, we enjoyed many fun times in our school years, I will remember her for for kindness and her quick smile as she greeted you, may all the wonderful memories help you through the tough days, Irving and Jean Soos

Audrey & Harold Hrycak & Woloschuk

February 5, 2022

Our condolences to the family. Cathy was a lovely lady and always so friendly. She, will be missed.

Leanne Rolheiser Greba

February 5, 2022

My deepest condolences to all the family on the loss of your mother, wife, grandmother, and sister. My prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time.
Sincerely,
Leanne (Rolheiser) Greba

Don and irene Bahrey

February 5, 2022

Irene and I were deeply saddened to hear of Cathy's passing. Our condolences, Ralph, to you and your family . Treasure the memories that you have of a wife and mother and keep those memories close to your hearts. Take care!

Brian and Darlene Rogowski

February 5, 2022

We are so sorry to hear of Cathy's passing. She was a wonderful lady.
Our deepest condolences to Ralph and family.

Darlene Senkow

February 5, 2022

Ralph, Todd, Angela, Jason and Chad and family. Our memories of Cathy were made by getting to know her through the Church, CWL, figure skating and hockey. Listening to the four of you describe your Mom was touching and I know she was smiling down on you all with Love and pride.
Our Deepest Sympathy Darlene, Chris, Carrie Lynn, Derek and Darla

Lorraine Katelnikoff

February 5, 2022

My thoughts and prayers are with you Ralph and family.

Mitch and Melissa Tremblay

February 5, 2022

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Group of 10 Trees

Kelly, Tyra & Elijah Hennig

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Kelly & Tyra Hennig

February 5, 2022

Our thoughts and prayers are with you today. We always looked forward to seeing Aunty Cathy and Uncle Ralph when they visited each year during the Wild Rose Antique show. She will be missed.

Troy and Jase Woloschuk

February 5, 2022

My deepest condolences Uncle Ralph and Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you!! May God bless you all through your grieving.

Susan Kraushaar

February 4, 2022

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jason & Cindy Dranchuk

February 4, 2022

Our heartfelt condolences to the entire family for the loss of Mrs Jarotski. She was one of the most gracious and patient people...and we were honored to know her. May God's love comfort you all in this difficult time.

Al & Jean rogowski

February 4, 2022

Cathy was one of those special people that to know her was to love her. She was a loving, caring, take charge person. She didn’t just say it she did it. She was always ready to explore any new experience life had to offer and took on any new challenge. One of her most unique qualities was she was forgiving. It wasn’t just a “that’s okay“ she truly forgave and always felt people deserved another chance.
Cathy’s love of her family was infinite. She was always there to meet any of our needs and give support. She took on all life’s challenges with an unwavering faith for a
positive outcome. She was the most amazing little sister a brother was ever given arriving the following year. I remember when we got our little puppy and he was crying, Cathy got up and took him into her bed and he stopped immediately, that was My Sister always ready to help someone or something. Whenever Jean or I visited our parents and dealt with people in the community everyone knew Cathy and would have a story to share of a kindness she had done for them or someone they knew.
I know we were not prepared to lose her yet but in the past she was often the leader, I can now hear her saying “Celebrate my Life and all
the Love and Joy she experienced, especially with family”. Cathy I am sure believed God had a reason and her concern would be for us. She waited until all her children
got to say Good Bye. She knew they would always continue to be there for each other. God was calling her for a reason and she quietly passed through his door knowing her family would support those in need of help. We know she was always there for us in life and will continue watching over us until we meet again one by one.

Rest In Peace Sweet Sister. Thank You for all the Love you gave us.
We know you will always be with us as you will always be in our hearts.
Love Forever
Al & Jean

Carla Bugera

February 4, 2022

I was very saddened to hear the news of Cathy's passing. I've many fond memories as a child spending time at Ralph and Cathy's home. She was a very special woman and will be missed by all who knew her. My condolences to Ralph and family.

Tracey and Rob Bletsky

February 4, 2022

Our condolences to your entire family.

Laverne Jendrasheske

February 4, 2022

I was so shocked to hear of Cathy's passing. Our sincere and deepest sympathy to you, Ralph, and your family. May God grant you all His healing peace and comfort. LaVerne & Cliff Jendrasheske

February 4, 2022

Our deepest sympathy to Ralph and family. Always enjoyed my visits with Cathy! RIP my friend.
Lorne and Charmaine Dwernychuk.

Marion Brown

February 4, 2022

Our sincere sympathy to you Ralph and family in the loss of Cathy. We were so sad to hear of her passing Ken Kindiak and Marion

Dave & Judi Barnes

February 4, 2022

Todd, Wendy & family, We’re so sorry to hear of your mother’s/grandmother’s passing. Our deepest condolences.

Chris Toffan

February 4, 2022

To Cathys family,we are so sad to hear of Cathys passing. She was a great neighbor and we got to be better friends with her and Ralph through their antique shoppe. They could find what I would be looking for and I think enjoyed seeing what joy their find would bring. A great family lost an awesome lady but Heaven opened its doors for Cathy. God Bless

Linda Osachoff

February 4, 2022

Ralph, our entire family mourns with yours in the loss of your precious wife and mom. Those golden days when we were all raising teenagers seem a lifetime ago. I am so grateful to have known her in some small way. May her memory always be a blessing.

Debra Pinkerton

February 4, 2022

Dear Ralph and family, sincerest condolences from Dave and I. We watched as the ambulance arrived at your house last week and said prayers ever since. She was such a bright light, a cheerful and loving soul. What a treasure. Blessings to you all.

Donna Pasiechnik

February 4, 2022

I am shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Mrs. Jarotski’s passing. She was such a kind lovely woman, always interested in a visit whenever our paths crossed. My deepest condolences to her loving husband and family. RIP. You were taken much too soon.

Monica McIlwrick (nee Skurat)

February 3, 2022

My deepest sympathies to you Ralph and your families. I always enjoyed the chats at the antique shows, and at your shop when I would make a trip home. May your love & memories carry you through this difficult time. My thoughts & prayers are with you.

Roxane Burym

February 3, 2022

So sorry to hear of Cathy’s passing. Sincere sympathies to all of you during this difficult time.

Joanne Klimchuk

February 3, 2022

My deepest heartfelt sympathy to you Ralph and your children and their families. I always enjoyed chatting with Cathy she was a very gracious and wonderful person . May the wonderful life of memories you all had with her give you strength and peace .

James Gibney

February 3, 2022

My condolences to you and your family.

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