Jean passed away on Saturday, July 18th at the Royal University Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Jean was born at Radisson, the youngest child of Wallace and Louisa Kent, who were formerly of Cornwall, England. She grew up on the farm a few miles from town, the beloved prairies soon ingrained in her heart and soul. Theirs was a large family of seven, Pauline, Lydia, Bill, Tom, Don, and Joyce, who all predeceased her. She attended local schools and after graduation took the Business Course at the Saskatoon Business College, afterwards working for the Income Tax Department. In 1948 she married Bill Maxwell and eventually they raised six children- Kent (deceased), Terry (Murray) King, Penny MacArthur (Bill), Cheryl (deceased), Darin (Nadine, Kernon (Connie), and son-in-law, Kelly Gray. Her children, Ray's children, and their grandchildren and great grandchildren, were the focus of her life. She exemplified the best in love and caring for all those around her. Bill Maxwell died suddenly in 1972 and Jean was left with the responsibility of managing the family affairs on her own for many years- which she did very effectively. In 1980, Jean married Rev. Ray Sadler and together they shared successful ministries at Battleford and in Burnaby, BC. Although she always claimed she was not cut out to be a minister's wife, she was an important part of the team both in the church and at home. Jean was an excellent homemaker, an artist, a volunteer, and most of all a good friend. She loved life, loved nature and wonders of creation, and was a fun loving person all her life. She will be sadly missed. The Memorial Service was held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 22nd at Mayfair United Church, Sasktoon. In lieu of flowers, you are invited to make a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Sask. in Jean's memory. Arrangements in care of John Schachtel- MOURNING GLORY FUNERAL SERVICES, SASKATOON (306)978-5200 www.mourningglory.ca
