September 12, 1928 ~ April 29, 2020
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother and great grandmother Pauline Irene Naaykens on April 29, 2020 at the hospital in Beausejour, Manitoba.
Pauline is survived by her children Sharon (Norbert Sachvie), Debbie (Lorne Winnicki), Brenda (Gary Recksiedler), John (Kim) Naaykens; grandchildren Darren (Dana) Sachvie, Sheri (Brent Huminuk), Kevin (Amanda) Sachvie, Ryan (Hollee) Sachvie, Stacy (Richard Johnson), Kristin (Timothy Hayward), Lindsey (Paul Bortoluzzi), Shauna (Jordan Gmiterek), Kerri (Jason Sachvie), Austen Naaykens (Tessa), Travis Naaykens (Tyrein), her sisters Doreen (Ron Roth), and Violet (Gordon Salway). She was predeceased by her loving husband John, son-in-law Norbert Sachvie, brothers Bill, Ervin (Alice), Emil (Jean), Fred (Wanda) Litke, and sister Edith (Frank) Molinski.
Pauline was born and raised in Beausejour. She met John and they married on July 21, 1950. Over their 56 years together they had four children expanding to eleven grandchildren and twenty-two great-grandchildren, all of whom remain close-knit. Although there is over fifty of us, we all manage to pile into a house or backyard together often to share a meal and a laugh. Her children and grandchildren have grown up to become more than family but best friends, and her great grandchildren are growing up the same; this we can only describe as the legacy that she left for us. Family was the centre of her existence and many memories have been made over the years. She thoroughly enjoyed our frequent family gatherings and we could always count on her to be the last to leave a party. We will fondly remember her amazing cooking and special treats like apple pie and fudge. It is with honour that we take on the responsibility of carrying on her family traditions. Her presence will forever be missed.
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all the staff of the Beausejour Hospital for the wonderful care they gave our mom. A special thanks to Dr. Partyka, Doug, David, Scott and her walking partner Bonnie.
A private service will be held for immediate family.
To Our Mom
Her Journey Just Began
Don’t think of her as gone away
Her journey’s just begun
life holds so many facets
this earth is only one
Just think of her as resting
from the sorrows and the tears
in a place of warmth and comfort
where there are no days or years
Think how she must be wishing
that we could know today
how nothing but our sadness
can really pass away
and think of her as living
in the hearts of those she touched
for nothing loved is ever lost
And she was loved so much
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Marie and Ralph Fil
Our condolences and deepest sympathy to all of you on the loss of your mother, grandmother and great grandmother. I have many fond memories of time well spent with her and your family in my younger years! Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time,. Hugs to all of you.
Marlene Cyncora
Our deepest sympathy to each & everyone on loss of your Mother, Grandmother & Great Grandmother. My aunts always told me that they all spoiled me because I was the first niece in the family . Aunty Pauline, my Godmother was probably on top of that list. We spent a lot of time together as families growing up. These are very special memories & I certainly remember them with fondness. Wally & I send our condolences as well as virtual hugs to you all during this very trying time.
Jerry and pat sachvie
Deepest sympathy to all on the loss of auntie Pauline.
Dianne and Mark Ungurian
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. Pauline was a sweet lady for whom family meant so much. It is even harder to lose someone at this difficult time when family cannot even gather together. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jerry and Pat Sachvie
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of dear aunty Pauline.
Cathy and Byron Sault
Our deepest sympathies to your family. I had the pleasure of calling your mom Auntie Pauline. I have wonderful childhood memories from hanging out at the Naaykens house. Hugs to all of you.
Joe
So sorry to hear about the loss of your mom/grandma/great grandma. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Joe & Rosanne
Randy Mamrocha
Our deepest sympathy to your family.
Randy & Florence Mamrocha
Ann & Gerald Graves
Sharon, Debbie, Brenda and John, Our deepest condolence on the loss of your Mother. We were good neighbors for many years. Ann and Gerald
Rhonda Cameron
Debbie, John and the rest of the Naaykens family
I was sorry to hear of your mothers passing, I do remember Debbie talking about your moms cooking and how much she loved family gatherings. Treasure the memories of a wonderful lady.
With deepest sympathy Rhonda
Terry & Leanne Early
So sorry to hear this, sending our condolences & hugs to the whole family