CORNISH, Sharon Lynn: It is with great sadness that the family of Sharon Lynn Cornish (nee Baptist) announce her passing on February 26, 2013 at Royal University Hospital, Saskatoon, Sask. due to complications from cancer. Sharon was 64, a loving wife, a devoted mother and cherished by family and friends. Sharon was born October. 30, 1948 in Foam Lake, Sask. where she took her primary schooling, surrounded by an extensive and loving family, then later moving to the Biggar area with family to continue her classes. Sharon completed her education at Marvel Beauty School in Saskatoon in hairdressing and cosmetology, a trade she excelled in for many years with many loyal clients and friends. It was in these years that she met and married her husband, Bob, sharing 42 wonderful years. Sharon also enjoyed owning and operating a small independent book store for several years, an extension of her joy of reading. Sharon placed employment on hold for many years when her very special son, Ryan, was born with special needs, and took great pride in him as he grew so strong under her loving care. Later in life she worked for many years as a cook, a passion of hers throughout her life, she delighted in family gatherings, when no one went home hungry. Over time, rheumatoid arthritis prevented working and she retired to the Jackfish Lake area sharing life and love for many years with her little family. Sharon is survived by her loving husband, Bob; and son, Ryan; sisters-in-law, Eileen Baptist of Unity, Sask., Dale (Earl) Donahue of Williams Lake, B.C.; brother-in-law, Larry (Judy) Cornish of Nova Scotia; mother-in law, Mary Cornish of Red Deer, Alta.; nieces, Michelle (Levi) Piehl of Alaska, Laurie Davis of Saskatoon, Sask., Carolyn (Gary) Loadman of Unity, Sask., Donna (Vern) Hoffinger of Landis, Sask., Cheryl (Lee) Williston of Williams Lake, B.C., Carolle Cornish of Nova Scotia; and nephews, Keith Davis of Perdue, Sask., Ross Donahue of Prince George, B.C., Jordan Donahue of Williams Lake, B.C. Brent Cornish of Calgary, Alta; and 14 great nieces and nephews. Sharon took great delight in the stories of all their young lives and adventures. From a large family, Sharon's life was blessed with the love nd support of many aunts and uncles, and numerous cousins and friends all of which she held dear to her heart. Sharon was predeceased by her parents, Rose (Bryksa) and Lloyd Baptist; brother, Joe; sister, Jean; and brother-in-law, Murrary Davis. Sharon will truly be missed by all. A family and friends gathering will be held at the Leney Cemetery (Perdue), mid summer when all can gather together. The family would like to thank Grondin Funeral Services, Biggar for their help in arrangements. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Sharon's name to an Autism Society of your choice. ____________________________________________________
