Irene Myrtle Reschke (nee Fritzke) July 2, 1935 - February 11, 2012 Irene passed into the presence of the Lord on February 11, 2012, following complications from heart surgery. She is now reunited with her dear husband, Bryden, who predeceased her on October 9, 2001. She was also predeceased by her parents, Edward and Eldie Fritzke and her brothers, Arthur, Edgar and James. Irene was the much beloved mother and mother-in-law of Karen (Clair) and David (Lisa) and a devoted and loving grandmother to Erik, Nikolas, Brycen and Renee. She also leaves behind her greatly loved brothers, Clarence and Alvin Fritzke (Shirley); her sister, Evelyn Frers (William) as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Irene was a friend and confidante to many. Her bright smile, humour and great stories drew many to her. She will be sorely missed. The family would like to thank the staff and doctors of the Foothills CVICU Unit 94 for their excellent care and compassion. A special thank you also to Kwong and Pat Chow and family, for their ward love and support through this difficult time. A Celebration of Irene's life was held on Monday, February 20, 2012 from the Chapel of Christie's Funeral Home in Yorkton, SK with Pastor Roger Olson officiating. The interment followed in the Yorkton City Cemetery, Yorkton, SK. Friends so wishing may make donations in Irene's name to the Heart & Stroke Foundation www.heartandstroke.com or to the Gideons International www.gideons.ca as tokens of remembrance. Friends so wishing may forward their condolences to the family by visiting www.christiesfuneralhome.com Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Christie's Funeral Home & Crematorium, Yorkton, Saskatchewan.
