Obituary of Mary Malinsky

Mary's life began on February 15 1920. She was born into a family of children to John and Francis Ostafie in the Mazeppa district, where she also received her education. Later she met and married Martin Malinsky and they farmed together in the Rhein district. They had two children, Darlene born June 21, 1946 and Leonard born June 21, 1950. After Martin passed away in November 6, 1977 Mary remained on the farm with her son Leonard. Mary loved gardening, quilting, sewing, knitting, cooking and baking and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a member of the Golden Agers Drop-In center in Rhein and enjoyed going there for coffee and for a game of cards with her friends. Mary was also involved in the Canadian Red Cross for many years. She competed in the senior Olympics where she received various medals. Mary was predeceased by her husband Martin, her parents John and Francis Ostafie and by her brother and sisters: Norman, Peter, Alice, Eileen, Edwards, Rose, Jean, Julia, Albin, Carl, Nellie and Julian. Mary is survived by 2 children. Her daughter Darlene (Gordon) Doane of Moosomin and son Leonard of Rhein: two grandchildren LeeAnn (Carey) Weinbender of Canora and Brian of Grenfell. Survived by her brother Paul (Jeanette) of Regina and as well as many nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at the Yorkton Regional Health Center and at the Care Home (Country Meadows (Sweet Pea Lane) wing for caring for Mary. Service Information Friday, May 5th, 2017 10:30am, Yorkton Memorial Gardens Family Centre Interment Details Yorkton City Cemetery