Obituary of George Ernest Hickie

George Ernest Hickie was born October 2, 1932 in a log cabin located on the family homestead (NW1/4 12-59-21 W3M) in the Loon River District. He was the third of seven children of Michael and Katherine Hickie. In 1939 he started his education at the Loon River School located nearby. In 1944 the homestead was sold and the family relocated to a farm in the Waldron District southeast of Melville. George continued his education at St Antal’s school but due to family circumstances had to leave school after completing Grade 8. He worked on the family farm for some years, before buying the NE ¼ of 27-21-5 W2M and erecting his own house. In addition to raising crops and cattle, George was very involved in the community. He played, coached and managed fastball teams (yah 36 Ranger and Comets) and was also a registered umpire. In the winter he played hockey, refereed, curled and bowled. He was a leader for the Waldron 4-H club for 19 years, even winning in 1952 a provincial grain judging competition. He was an active Wheat Pool member and served as a delegate for 6 years. He served in various executive positions with the National Farmer’s Union, Pro-Life and the Knights of Columbus. He also served on parish council and belonged to the Elks. He had a keen interest as well in politics. In 1958 George married the love of his life, Mary Letwinetz, a teacher at a nearby school. 12 children were born to them. They lived on the farm until Mary’s health necessitated a move to Melville. George entered his eternal rest with family at his side on Wednesday, February 9, 2021 at St. Paul Lutheran Home. He was 89 years of age. George is survived by his brothers John and Edward. His children Mike (Jackie), Tim (Denise), David, Ernie, Christopher (Rhonda), James, George Allan (Robin), Anna (Kip), John Paul (Bonnie), Laurie (Collin). His 14 grandchildren and step-grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife Mary, parents Michael and Katherine; his sister’s Loretta, Ruth and Lillian, his brother Herbert, his sons William and Samuel, and his grandson Dustin. Memorials in memory of George may be made to Mass Offerings, St. Henry's Church Memorial Fund or St. Paul Lutheran Home (100 Heritage Drive, Melville, SK S0A 2P0) Service Details. Prayers Tuesday, February 15th, 2022 | 7:00pm When: Tuesday, February 15th, 2022 7:00pm Location: St. Henry's Roman Catholic Church Address: 729 Main St. MELVILLE, SK S0A 2P0 Family Mass Wednesday, February 16th, 2022 | 10:00am When: Wednesday, February 16th, 2022 10:00am Location: St. Henry's Roman Catholic Church Address: 729 Main St. MELVILLE, SK S0A 2P0 Interment Location: St. Mary's Parish Cemetery - Grayson Address: East St. GRAYSON, SK Online Memory & Photo Sharing Event Ongoing Online Event About this event In Loving Memory Of George Hickie October 2, 1932 - February 9, 2022 Look inside to read what others have shared Family and friends are coming together online to create a special keepsake. Every memory left on the online obituary will be automatically included in this book. View Tribute Book