MARLENE AVIS BOYKO
June 19th, 1938 – March 30th, 2018

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Marlene, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.  Marlene was born June 19th, 1938 at the Providence Hospital in Moose Jaw, SK to Ruth and Torkel Macara of Mortlach, SK.  She was predeceased by her parents, Ruth and Torkel Macara; and her brother, Murray Macara. Marlene is survived by her husband of 59 years, Stan; children: Darren (Colette) Boyko and their children Kendel (Kayde), Emerson (Holly), Calyn (Adi), Tyra, DeVon, Madison, and Damyn; Shauna (Bill Campbell) and their children Britney (Jeff), Chelsea (Shawn), and Brenna (Daryl); as well as her precious great-grandchildren Cole, Sawyer, Blake, Jazmine, and Layne.  Marlene also leaves behind her sisters, Erma (Maurice) Lees, and Jacqueline (Jack) Stevenson; brother, Roger (Marilyn) Macara; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.  Marlene attended Elkhead, a one room school, until grade 5 when it closed. The family moved to Moose Jaw where she attended Prince Arthur School until the end of grade 8. They then moved back to the farm at Caron, SK where she took grade 9 by correspondence at Breadalbane School.  Marlene completed grade 10 to 12 at Albert E. Peacock Technical High School in Moose Jaw. Upon graduation, she began nurses training at The Saskatchewan Training School (Valley View Center), graduating as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse in 1959. Marlene then worked at Valley View Center for most of her career before transferring to St. Anthony’s Home, where she worked as the Activity Director.  She completed her career at the new Providence Place as Activity Director before retiring in 1995. Retirement didn’t stop Marlene. She turned to be an avid volunteer, spending most of her time at Providence Place. She was a member of the Eastern Star, the UCW, and served on the board of Providence Place and Moose Jaw Credit Union. She graduated as a Toastmaster and recently was involved with Grandmothers for Grandmothers.  Marlene was honored with the Saskatchewan Volunteer Award in 2017 for volunteering over 4000 hours and her most recent award was the Canada 150 medal. Loved by her family, Marlene lived life to the fullest, always looking to the future as there was lots more for her to contribute. She travelled extensively with Stan visiting all continents, except the Antarctic. We would like to extend our thanks to Paul Nyhof and the wonderful staff at Providence Place/GARU for their support and the care they graciously provided Marlene.  The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, April 7th, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. in St. Andrew’s United Church, 60 Athabasca St E, Moose Jaw, SK.  Reverend Linda Tomlinson-Seebach will officiate and a private family interment will be held at Moose Jaw Columbarium.  In lieu of flowers, donations in Marlene’s name may be made to Providence Place GARU, 100 2nd Ave NE, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 1B8.  Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane.  Gary McDowell, Funeral Director 306-693-4550 www.moosejawfuneralhome.com