Lovey Liebreich (Kozlow) passed away suddenly, November 18, 2016 at the Pasqua Hospital in Regina, at the age of 80 years. She had been taking treatments for throat cancer and was, to that point, doing marvellously. We all thought we'd see the other side, but it was not to be. Lovey was born April 30, 1936 in Buchanan, the first of five children for Pete and Pearl Kozlow. She graduated high school in Buchanan and subsequently attended Teacher's College in Saskatoon. She began her teaching career at Whitesand School north-east of Springside in the fall of 1955 and taught there until 1962. It was there she met her husband and lifelong partner Norman Liebreich, whom she married August 11, 1961. They were blessed with two sons, Warren in 1962 and Trent in 1965. Lovey returned to teaching as a substitute, both short and long term, after her boys were both in school. She enjoyed the children and especially the comradery of the other teachers. The family resided on the Liebreich farm until 1992 when they moved to Springside and remained there until her passing. Lovey's entire life can be defined as that of a caregiver. As a young girl she was responsible for her younger siblings, next as a teacher in a one room school and then for her own family. She and Norman continued to care for their son Warren who lived with them until their passing. Lovey's life revolved around family and providing for them. She was most at peace in her garden where her efforts were concentrated on growing practical things that she could freeze, can, or in some way preserve. She drew great pleasure from her flowers and the birds they attracted, especially the hummingbirds which she always provided nectar for. Lovey enjoyed company and was always a prepared hostess with freezers level full of homemade goodies. She was a dedicated and proud grandmother. Lovey made special efforts to attend and support her grandchildren's activities, whether hockey, baseball, or cattle shows. She enthusiastically came out to watch and cheer them on. After her initial battle with cancer in 1994 and its subsequent challenges, Lovey was most grateful for her twenty plus years 'cancer free'. Those years provided her the opportunity to see her grandchildren grow to young adults and to be involved in their lives. For those years we were all blessed. Lovey was predeceased by her husband of 54 years Norman; her parents Pearl and Pete; her brother, Peter and her sister, Nadia. She leaves to celebrate her life her sons, Warren and Trent (Janelle); grandchildren, Macy, Garrett and Carson; brothers, Fred (Gladys) and Alex as well as nieces, nephews and cousins and their families, as well as many good friends. A Memorial Service was held on Friday, December 2, 2016 from the Chapel of Christie's Funeral Home in Yorkton, SK with Kathy Novak serving as the Funeral Celebrant. The processional music was "In the Garden" as sung by Wilf Carter and the Recessional music was "Go Rest High on That Mountain" by Vince Gill. Special music was provided by Marlon and Tammy Milbrandt, Sheldon Fichtner and Kitty Arndt who sang, "Amazing Grace". Following a reception at the Gunn Reception Room at Christie's Funeral Home, the Cremation Committal took place in the Springside Town Cemetery, Springside, SK with Lovey's son, Warren Liebreich serving as the urn bearer. Friends so wishing may forward their condolences to the family by visiting www.christiesfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Christie's Funeral Home & Crematorium, Yorkton, SK.
