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Michael EGNATOFF Obituary
1908 - 2012
Please note relocation of the public
visitation to Saskatoon Funeral Home
August 31st 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Michael George Egnatoff died peacefully on August 21 2012. He was predeceased by his wife Lillian (nee Hominuke) and eight siblings. Mike was born in Brooklyn, New York on January 24, 1908 while his parents were en route from Russia to Saskatchewan. Saskatoon was his home from youth onwards. He taught at the School for the Deaf and he and wife Lillian also taught crafts in their home which lead to the establishment of Handicraft Supplies, Arlington Art Gallery and Leisureland. Mike was a faithful and generous member of the First Baptist Church of Saskatoon. He will always be remembered for his love of family, his caring nature, his readiness to help others, his generosity to the community, and the warm smile that greeted all. A public visitation will be held on Friday August 31 2012 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Saskatoon Funeral Home (4th Ave & 25th St.) Memorial Services will take place on Saturday afternoon September 1st 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church (4th Ave. & 25th St.) followed by a reception at the church. Courtesy parking will be available at Saskatoon Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to First Baptist Church. Condolences may be sent to [email protected] . Arrangements have been entrusted to Saskatoon Funeral Home. 244-5577
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Mareia Wanka/Revoy
September 1, 2012
My Condolance to all the Family.
I used to work in the 60's & 70's at Handecraft & Leaserland.Mike was a wonderful Bos & friend,to me and all of my Family.And will be missed by all of us.God Bless him for his kindness to every one he knew, we will never forget him.
August 29, 2012
I worked for Mike & Lil at Handicraft from 1977 until they sold the business to Ross. They taught me a great many skills and left me with many fond memories of a simpler time. I have thought of Mike many times over the years and will always keep a special spot in my heart just for him.
Tammy Ferrier
Rod Gibson
August 29, 2012
Michael, my friend; He truly was a friend. I met Michael when I was 7 years old at the handicraft supplies. He was always encouraging and after numerous years, we were reacquainted. I built him a solar home on his land at leisure land. I worked on many other projects at his dancehall there.
I always found it remarkable at his energy, the fun we had working together and he was 80 years old then. Michael is a great example of a healthy lifestyle.... A very good man, indeed.
Rod Gibson
August 29, 2012
Those of us at Meewasin are so very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. In another way, however, it should be a time for celebration for everything that Mike contributed to the community. One of the themes of his life seems to be making families happy with his wonderful hobby store, and, of course, Leisureland, a beautiful natural area that Meewasin now owns. He worked at the reception hall there until his late 80's. Even then you could witness where thousands of children had enjoyed the train, the ferris wheel and the tampoline over the years. He was a delightful and kind man who will be missed by Meewasin and this community.
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August 29, 2012
As a young boy my father would take me into Handicraft, we would often see Mr. Egnatoff working there. How I thought it was such a wonderful place. Thank you for your contribution to my boyhood spirit. May you be in the presence of God.
Mary hargreaves
August 26, 2012
Mike will be remembered by the students from the School for the Deaf. my sympathy goes to his family.
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