Obituary of Ann Holowaty

HOLOWATY - Isma Ruth 'Ann' Holowaty was born on July 11, 1936 at Nipawin, Saskatchewan; one of four children born to Mervin and Linda (nee Mitchell) Foster. As a young girl the family moved from Nipawin to Springside. Ann began her schooling in Nipawin but finished it in Springside. As a young woman she was united in marriage to Wilson Neil. The couple resided in British Columbia, where Wilson was stationed with the Royal Canadian Navy. This union was blessed with three children, Grant, Tom, and Mary-Ann. A tragic car accident claimed the life of Wilson in 1965. Soon after Ann returned with the three children to Saskatchewan, settling in Canora. Shortly after that time Ann met Alex Holowaty, a widower with three daughters, Beverley, Gloria, and Debbie. The couple were united in marriage in February 1966, and settled in Verigin. Ann was an anchor in a very busy home with six children. She also really enjoyed fishing trips with the family to local and northern lakes, as she had a passion for fishing. Many contented days were spent on the water chasing the biggest fish in the lake. She was also devoted to her family and worked hard to provide a good home for them. In later years she relished the role of grandmother, and had a special gleam in her eye whenever she got to see and hug a grandchild. She was always concerned for them and always had a smile for them. Later on the family resided in Kenaston, and then in Saskatoon. After Alex passed away, Ann eventually moved to Regina where she resided for some years before poor health brought her to her last permanent residence, the Yorkton and District Nursing Home. Ann passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 30th 2019. She was 82 years of age. Besides Wilson and Alex, Ann was predeceased by her son Tom Neil, her daughter Mary-Ann Eiswirth and her sister Jessie Talbot. She leaves to mourn her passing her son Grant (Bev) Neil of Yorkton; daughter-in-law Joan Neil of Nova Scotia; son-in-law Phil Eiswirth of Edmonton, AB; step daughters: Bev (Reiner) Brittner of Regina; Gloria (Brad) Dufour of Oliver, BC; and Deb Dalley of Nova Scotia; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; two sisters: Doreen (Ed) Eritz of Yorkton, and Allona Zeiben of Yorkton; her nieces and nephews, and her many other relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place. There will be a graveside service at the Foam Lake Cemetery at a later date. Condolences can be left at baileysfuneralhome.com Service Details. Interment Location: Foam Lake Town Cemetery Address: R.M. of Foam Lake # 276 NE 31-30-11 W2 FOAM LAKE, SK S0A 1A0