Marie Lackner

LACKNER - Marie Angela Jean (Gouda) Lackner passed away at the Kindersley Union Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer, on April 22, 2023.

Marie was born in Shellbrook, Sask. on March 16, 1945 to Rene and Ellenora Gouda. Her early school years were in Shellbrook, and she attended the U of S where she obtained her teaching degree. After which she started teaching in Glaslyn, Melfort, and then moved to Kindersley where she began teaching at Westberry School for 28 years. She always loved teaching little children. She hoped that the children liked her as much as she liked them.

Marie met the love of her life, Edward Lackner, and they were married in Shellbrook on March 14, 1970, recently celebrating 53 wonderful years of marriage.

Marie’s favourite hobbies were gardening, painting, housekeeping and of course sewing. She made many quilts, giving them to cancer survivors and friends. Her highlight was when Choc’lacure (fundraiser for cancer research) in Saskatoon accepted one of her quilts for their silent auction. She also donated 26 children’s quilts to Ronald McDonald House.

Marie loved her family very much; having brothers, sisters and caring parents was wonderful to her. She was privileged to have many friends, teachers and neighbours. Living in a condo was her ultimate wish.

Marie also volunteered at St. Paul’s United Church for many years.

Marie was survived by her husband Ed, step daughter Brenda (Rob) Chomyn, grandchildren Michael (Anahi), Kristin and great grandchildren McKenna and Johan; sisters Norma, Brenda and brother Gord.

A memorial service was held on April 28, 2023 at the Kindersley United Church by Rev. Piotr Strzelecki. Internment will take place in Shellbrook at a later date.

We will miss you Marie, RIP.