It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bernice Mitchell (nee Ritchey) of Maidstone, SK on December 31, 2016 at the age of 92. Bernice was born June 23, 1924 in Arden, MB. When she was 3 years old, her family moved to a farm near Winter, SK. Bernice enjoyed a teaching career for 5 years. On July 5, 1950 she married Don Mitchell and together they worked hand in hand at their Riverbridge Ranch home south of Maidstone and realized much success in the Purebred Hereford business. Bernice was known for her kind and giving nature, her selflessness, and above all her love for her family and friends. She entertained many people in her home and took great interest in everyone who touched her life. Throughout her busy life, she loved to garden and knit taking great joy in giving away her garden produce and knitted projects. She will be missed by many, many people. Survived by her loving family: her son, David (Maxine) Mitchell and their children, Evan (Jackie) Mitchell, Andrew Mitchell (Mila), and Tara Mitchell (Bill); her daughter, Barb Mitchell and her children, Ryan (Anra) Clark and Lee Clark; her son, Donnie (Kerry Flegel) Mitchell and their children, Erika Flegel, Adam Flegel (Santana) and Quinn Flegel (Kassidy); her brother, Bill (Doreen) Ritchey; and her sister-in-laws, Jean Ritchey and Ruth Ritchey, and numerous very special nieces, nephews, cousins and countless friends.Predeceased by her husband, Donald C. Mitchell; Barb’s partner, Ernie Krawetz; brothers, Stan Ritchey and Herb Ritchey; sister, Grace Thurlow and brother-in-law, Bill Thurlow. The Memorial Service for Bernice was conducted at the Maidstone Legion Hall, Maidstone, SK on Friday, January 6, 2017 with Reverend Ean Kasper officiating. Eulogy delivered by Lee Clark, tributes read by Andrew Mitchell, organist Frances Wright, and delicious lunch provided by Anne Reid and her team. Funeral arrangements entrusted to McCaw Funeral Service Ltd. Donations may be made to Pine Island Suites, Box 899, Maidstone, SK, S0M 1M0.
Card of Thanks
To everyone who has supported us through the loss of our dear Mom and Grandmother, we would like to express our deep appreciation. Your many acts of kindness and sympathy - food, flowers, donations to Pine Island Suites, cards, visits and kind words continue to be a great comfort to us in our time of sorrow. Thank you to Rev. Ean Kasper, organist Francis Wright, and Anne Reid for the delicious lunch. To the angels at Pine Island Suites - Anne, the staff and volunteers, a huge thank you for making Mom’s time there so enjoyable. We are grateful to you all.
