After a long life of faith, courage, love, and laughter, Agnes Mary Miiller Selk passed peacefully on December 2, 2020, in Red Deer.

 

Born to Raphael and Pauline (Butchko) Miiller on March 19, 1925 in Lampman, Saskatchewan, Agnes lost her mother at a young age but was fortunate to have her older brothers, most especially Chris, step up to help raise their little sister.  As a young girl among brothers, Agnes loved sports and proudly kept up with the boys. Her love of sport carried on throughout her life, with a special enthusiasm for curling. She also loved to dance and fondly recalled the community dances that were part of her early adult years.

 

In 1947, Agnes married Ben Selk. Together, they raised their three daughters, Elaine, Evonne (Neil), and Tammy (Brian), on their farm in Benson, Saskatchewan. In 1975, Ben and Agnes decided to retire, so they sold the farm and moved to Estevan, Saskatchewan where they enjoyed time with family and friends. Traveling during the early years of their retirement created many interesting experiences and fond memories.

 

In 1990, they moved to Red Deer where they quickly became part of a new community through their church. Shortly after their move, Ben’s health started to deteriorate, leaving Agnes to navigate the challenging waters of being a long-term caregiver, which she did with unwavering love and compassion until his death in April 2005.

 

Agnes was a strong woman, with a fierce love for her family and a keen sense of humour. She loved music and many a morning started with her whistling away as she sat sewing. She also excelled at knitting, gardening, cooking, and baking. 

 

Agnes was an amazing grandmother to Nadine (Ted), Richelle (David), Jason (Dawn), Jenna (Tristan), and Kyle (Anna), and she delighted in the addition of great-grandchildren Benjamin, Jaiden, Owen, Zachary, Isla, Eli, and Phoebe.

 

Special thanks to the skilled and caring staff at Michener Hill Extendicare – our family deeply appreciates the support you provided to Agnes in the final years of her life. We would also like to thank Phyllis Kober and Elaine Nye for their steadfast and loyal friendship.

 

There will be a memorial service in Estevan, Saskatchewan when circumstances allow us to gather to celebrate Agnes’ life. Those wishing to make a donation in her memory may do so to the charity of their choice.

Condolences can be left for the family at www.reddeerfuneralhome.com

 

• Date : 2020-12-02
• Location : Red Deer