BOHN - Arlene passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 24, 2017. She was 74 years of age. Arlene Virginia Bohn (nee Batke) was born on June 1, 1943 in Yorkton, SK to proud parents Henry and Adeline Batke. They lived on the farm for the first year and then moved to Yorkton where Arlene completed her schooling. Arlene took her post-secondary training in Yorkton at the nursing college to become a Registered Nurse. Arlene worked in the OR, CSD, Staff and Infections Control and Home Care throughout her medical career. She was always held in high esteem throughout these positions. We have heard many co-workers compliment Arlene on the wonderful nurse that she was. Arlene and Larry met at a youth group and it didn't take them long to commit their lives to one another. They spent 11 years together before Ryan and Regan joined them completing their family. Family was very important to Arlene and taking care of her boys was her greatest pride in life. She was a loving grandma, taking interest in the kids lives and supporting them when she could. Arlene and Larry celebrated 50 years of marriage together in 2015. Many years were spent together on the farm and then they resided in Yorkton until retirement. Summers and family holidays were spent out at the family cabin. Arlene kept a garden, worked as a nurse, took care of her boys and all the while found time to visit with friends and family. Arlene loved the quiet life. She enjoyed reading, gardening, caring for her dogs, shopping and keeping busy around home. Coffee dates with friends filled many afternoons in her retirement years. Adjusting to life this past year without Larry was at times difficult. Arlene focused on her faith and joined Bible Study groups, Secret Sisters and weekly service. Arlene will be forever remembered by all who knew her. Predeceased by her husband Larry, parents Adeline and Henry Batke and father-in-law Alvin Bohn. She is survived by sons Ryan (Sharolyn) and Regan (Christine), grandchildren Dreyton, Jayla, Meredith and Miranda, brother Ivan (Debbie), mother-in-law Constance Bohn, in-laws Valerie (Gary), Lionel (Brenda), Valdene (Wayne), Allan (Debbie), Linda (Dave) and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. The funeral service was held on Friday, September 1, 2017 from the Heritage Baptist Church in Yorkton with Pastor Brian Kirsch officiating. Organist, Elaine Patzer and pianist, Marlene Fandrey led the congregation in the singing of the hymns 'What A Friend We Have in Jesus' and 'Amazing Grace'. Tributes were given by daughters-in-law, Sharolyn & Christine. Honourary bearers were Ryan & Regan Bohn. The interment took place in the Garden of St. John at the Yorkton Memorial Gardens with Herb Marchinko, Wayne Shewchuk, Dreyton Bohn, Kristian Wells, Justin Yawney and Roy Lesyshen serving as the casket bearers. Memorials were to the Good Spirit Bible Camp c/o Box 295, Springside, SKÂ S0A 3V0.
