Stena Blazieko
Stena Blazieko (née: Krasowski), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, born May 8th, 1930, on the family farm near Willowbrook, Saskatchewan, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 10th, 2026, at Providence Place Holistic Health in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, at the age of 96 years. Stena was the eldest child of John and Katrina Krasowski.
Stena grew up and worked on the family farm and attended Willowbrook school. Stena and Joseph Blazieko were married in 1952 and were blessed with four children. Stena worked as a care aide, floral designer, caretaker, and a homemaker during her career.
Faith, community, and service were important parts of Stena’s life. She served in various ministries at St. Henry’s Roman Catholic Church as well as prepared lunches for the Catholic Women’s League.
She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph (1980); parents, Katrina (1988) and John (1948) Krasowski; brother and sister-in-law, Mervin (2020) and Helen (2005) Krasowski; brothers-in-law, Russell Terlesky (2018) and Lawrence Robillard (2019); nephew John Krasowski (2015); and niece Brenda Popoff (2021). Stena will be lovingly remembered by her children: Joanne Vonau, Murray (Debora), Wayne (Joann), and Darcy (Christine). Stena will be deeply missed by her grandchildren: Crisstin Vonau (Shawn Klein), Courtney Vonau (P.J. MacIntyre), Ryan (Kathy) Vonau, Kiefer (Rebecca), Maverick (Nicole), and Michael (Morgan); as well as 7 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings: Borden (Eleanor) Krasowski, Adella Robillard, and Marian Terlesky; and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family extends heartfelt thanks to Dr. King, Dr. Geyer, Dr. Ramadan, Dr. Garcia, and the nurses and staff who cared for Stena with such compassion during her time at Providence Place Holistic Health, Crescent Park Villa and Chez Nous.
The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, November 13th, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Henry’s Roman Catholic Church in Melville, SK. Interment will take place at the Yorkton city cemetery. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Shirese Noble, Funeral Director 306-693-4550
Wayne & Joann: I remember fond conversations with your mother at various facilities over the years of spiritual caregiving for the Health Region/Authority. My mother passed away at the age of 96 as well. Such full lives. Sincere thoughts and prayer.
Sincere condolences to Wayne, Joann and family. Thinking of you.
Craig and Darlene
Wayne, Joanne and family sorry for your loss, sending big hugs and thoughts