Agnes Annie Cornea
Agnes Annie Cornea (née: Schenher) aged 94 years of Moose Jaw, SK, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 22nd, 2025.
She was predeceased by her parents, Michael and Margaret Schenher, and step-mother, Theresa; sisters, brothers and in-laws: Frances and Joe Ortman, Catherine and Jack Seis, Margaret and Earl Johnson, Caroline Schenher, Helen and John Frycz, Ernest and Vivian Schenher, Michael Schenher, Edward Schenher, and Irene McLellan; and step-sister, Martha and Michael Schoenborn; father of her children, Booker Cornea; and in-laws: Phyllis and Ivan Chubb, John and Peter Cornea. Agnes is survived by her children: Kenneth (Tracy) Cornea, Phyllis (Kim) Hoffman, Patricia (Kevin) McCaig, Arnold (Nichole) Cornea, and Michelle Le Heiget; grandchildren: Booker Cornea (Roberta Kotowich) and great-grandchildren Berlin, Cypress, and Geneva, Natasha Cornea (Gish Abeyratne) and great-granddaughter Elowyn, Daniel McCaig, Chris McCaig (Cara Cooper), Nicholas (Heather) McCaig, Zane McCaig, Nicholas (Jessie) Cornea and great-grandchildren Porter and Rhenn, Anastasia Cornea, Dante Cornea, Jean Le Heiget, Stéphane Le Heiget, Daniel Le Heiget, and their father Raymond Le Heiget; in-laws: Ileen Yates, Rosemary Schenher, Rose Schenher, John McLellan, Mary and Earle Ruggles, Jean and Donna Cornea; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Agnes was born on May 21st, 1930, on the farm near Glasnevin, SK. She remained in the area until she wed Booker Cornea in July 1951 and moved to their farm in the Briercrest/Drinkwater, SK area in 1953. Together on the farm they raised 5 children: Kenneth, Phyllis, Patricia, Arnold, and Michelle, and made a life for themselves. In 1988, Agnes moved into Moose Jaw where she lived until the time of her passing.
Agnes cherished both her family and her faith foremost and spent most of her life in service to others. She was an active parent who spent over 30 years making school lunches, baking virtually all our meals from scratch, sewing our clothes, running kids to different sporting or band activities, all while putting in a big garden that included canning all our winter preserves and helping on the farm when needed. During the next stage in life, she participated in many activities including bowling, lawn bowling, scrabble tournaments, cards, square dancing, golfing, gardening, quilting, traveling, visiting with friends and family, and volunteering with St Joseph’s Church CWL, Meals on Wheels, Home Care phoning, and various seniors’ homes. Her memory will live on with her family, friends, and the many lives she touched.
The family would like to thank the staff at both The Bentley and West Park Crossing, as well as the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital in Moose Jaw and Lafleche Health Center.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, April 25th, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at St Joseph’s Church, 1064 3rd Ave NW in Moose Jaw. Father Adelberto Lillo will be the presiding celebrant and a private family interment will take place at Sunset Cemetery. A Prayer Service will be held on Thursday, April 24th, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at Moose Jaw Funeral Home. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Agnes’ name may be made to The Moose Jaw Humane Society, 1755 Stadacona St W, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 1Z3. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Andrew Pratt, Funeral Director 306-693-4550
Ken Tracy, and all the Families,
A hard working soul, who sounds like she gave with all of her being.
We trust she reposed in and with peace.
May your precious Memories Eternally offer you continued comfort of a live well lived.
Our deepest sympathy to all of the family she was a big part of our Bentley family
Most sincere condolences to the Cornea family in the passing of Agnes
Our Sincere Condolences to Michelle and her family…
Sincerest sympathies to Agnes’s
family
I know mom had the fondest memories of her and Agnes’s friendship.
From golfing to lawn bowling and Arizona, they had lots of fun.
Mom always commented on how Agnes could cook!
I know mom thought the world of her.
Donna Moulding and Keith Farnel
Our sincere condolences, Michelle and Daniel.
Ken
So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing however it would appear she had a very fulfilling life. While these are always very difficult times you will always have many special memories to assist you in navigating her passing.
So very sorry for your loss!! She will be missed at the “dinning room table” Thinking of you all!
So sorry to hear of the passing of such a lovely lady. It was a pleasure meeting her a few years ago in Saskatchewan.
Agnes was someone who listened with her whole being, taking you in with her direct, kind gaze. She was a gentle pragmatist who saw what needed doing and committed to her family, her community, and extended circle of friends with sureness and sincerity. The world would be a better place with more people like Agnes in it.
The first time I saw her stretch out apple strudel dough on Pat and Kevin’s dining room table – with four little McCaigs looking eagerly on – was revelatory. This is a process of that takes skill, patience, consistency and care. Every bite was redolent with her love, and the he crowd always wanted more of what he had to give – on every level.
A superlative mother, she raised solid human beings committed to doing what they can where they are to make a difference. Knowing Pat is proof in the pudding of this.
My sincere condolences to the McCaigs and extended Cornea family. I know you’ll all feel an ache in the space Agnes leaves in your lives – and I know you’ll all honour her by being the best humans you can possibly be.
I let and fell in love with Agnes’s kind heart during the time my dear friend with increasing dementia lived at the Bentley. She was so understanding and kind to help Grace continue to play her favorite game of scrabble until it naturally dissolved. Always patient caring and I know there were times there was a lot of repetition.
I enjoyed visits with Agnes on the phone at times too. Grace was always made to feel welcome by Agnes. I so appreciated this extra understanding while Grace resided at the Bentley. I moved away as did Grace. We lost touch with Agnes, but she will forever live in our hearts. And she was kind enough to share with me her “foolproof” pie crust recipe that I continue to use with a smile of gratitude
I’m so sorry I’m late in sending my condolences. I just found out today that Agnes has passed away. Please extend my deepest sympathy to all Agnes’ family and friends. She was a special lady, and we had many special moments together. Some laughter, some tears. I will never forget her. I’m sorry I’m unable to attend as my Dad has an appt tomorrow that I must get him to. I will be with you in thoughts and prayers. Rest easy Agnes. You will never be forgotten. Lots of Love, Tracey Lennox HCA
Thinking of you all during this time. Many fond memories of your mom while going to school at Briercrest. Always remember the night before graduation with all the snow and we got stranded near your farm. Arnold towed our vehicles into the yard and your mom quickly found us dry clothes while she put our wet clothes in the dryer. Take care!
Sorry to hear about your mom’s passing, it is never easy losing a parent. I think of her every time I use the potholders she made me.