Obituary of Zelma Annie Prokopiw

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Zelma Prokopiw. Zelma entered her eternal rest on Saturday, March 11, 2017 at St. Peter's Hospital at the age of 83 years. Zelma was born on December 26, 1933 in the Hubbard district of Saskatchewan, a daughter of Andrew and Eva (nee Krysowaty) Kentz. Zelma grew up on the family farm ten miles north of Hubbard. She received her education at Hard Rock School. Zelma raised five wonderful children east of Goodeve. In 1985 Zelma was united in marriage to Matt Prokopiw. The couple resided in Goodeve and continued to farm until 1993 when they retired and moved to Melville. Zelma was predeceased by her husband Matt, son Peter in infancy, son Brent, parents Andrew and Eva Kentz, five sisters Florence, Lena, Elsie, Betty and Mary, three brothers, Roman, John and Walter. Zelma leaves to cherish her memory her children, Ken (Bev), Garry (Shelley), John (Joanne), Kevin (Loralee). Her grandchildren, Nathan (Chelsea), Angela, Garett, Erica (Christian), Megan (Gary), Corey (Cora), Leon (Kristina), Coralie (Daniel), David (Crystal) and Mason. Her great grandchildren, Jaidyn, KC, Bridgette, Taija, Conner, Brayden, Aaron, Tyler, Sarah, Hunter, Jace, Kaitlin, Abigail, Isabella, Chance, Aubrey and Ashdon. Her brother Edward, Matt Prokopiw's family, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Zelma will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all those who knew her. Service Information Thursday, March 16th, 2017 7:00pm, St. Henry's Roman Catholic Church Friday, March 17th, 2017 10:00am, St. Henry's Roman Catholic Church Interment Details St. Henry's Roman Catholic Parish Cemetery