Obituary of James Peter Olenchuk

James Peter Olenchuk 1943-2014 It is with heavy hearts but fond memories that the family of James Peter Olenchuk announce his passing at the age of 71 years on May 28th, 2014. The Celebration of James' Life was held on Monday the 2nd day of June 2014 at 2:00 pm from the Community Hall in Big River, SK. Peter was laid to rest in the Big River Cemetery. Peter was born in Prince Albert, the youngest child to Pete and Josephine Olenchuk. He spent his first 11 years in Timberlost or “the Block” as it is now known as. The family then moved to the Greenmantle area and Peter resided there until the fall of 2011 when he sold the farm and retired in the town of Big River. Peter worked at many different jobs in his lifetime; working at the planer and mill until the mill burnt down, then at Waite Fisheries where he remained until the business was sold, he then worked for several bee keepers in the area and also for the Timberland Motel. Peter married Margaret Warriner on May 7, 1966 and four children were born of this union. After he retired Peter spent many hours on his quad picking bottles and cans to fill his time. James leaves to cherish his memory: His wife of 48 years, Margaret, his daughters: Natalie Short, Ladysmith, BC and her son, Cody Short, Martensville, SK; Donna Olenchuk, Moose Jaw, SK and her son, Galan Olenchuk, Moose Jaw, SK; Veronica Olenchuk (Gerald Miller), Big River, SK and her children, Morgan Olenchuk, Lloydminster, SK, Desirae, Kacie, Sean and Wesley Reimer, Big River, SK; his son, Dale (Tyla) Olenchuk, Melfort, SK and children, Astrid and Ryla Olenchuk, his sister, Rose, Drayton Valley, AB, his sister-in-law, Janet Olenchuk, Saskatoon, SK, numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and very special neighbors. He is also missed by his constant companion, Baby, his beloved cat who was always by his side. He is predeceased by: his parents, Pete and Josephine Olenchuk and his brother, Bill Olenchuk. Memorial Donations in Peter’s honor may be made to the Kinsmen Telemiracle - 2217C Hanselman Court, Saskatoon, SK S7L 6A8. Family and friends wishing to send online condolences are welcome to visit www.beaulacfuneralhome.com . The family has entrusted arrangements to Edward Beaulac of Beau “Lac” Funeral Home, Big River, 306-469-2277.