Heisler, Irene
Irene Heisler
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our beloved mother, Irene Heisler on Friday, March 4th, 2022, which was her 92nd birthday. Irene was born in Lucky Lake, SK on March 4th, 1930.
Irene, her sister Marg, and her parents William and Venla Jarvenpaa moved to Moose Jaw in late 1940’s. In Irene’s early years in Moose Jaw, she worked as a secretary at the Robin Hood Flour Mill and at Valley View Center. During that time she was married and gave birth to her two sons, Kelly Heisler (1959) and Terry Heisler (1960). She was able to purchase a family home on 1062 Montgomery Street in Moose Jaw where she raised Kelly and Terry. As the boys grew, Irene changed jobs to begin working as a secretary for Graham Construction. It was at Graham Construction that she met Art Heisler and they wed on June 29th, 1969. The family stayed in the home on Montgomery Street where countless memories were built over 60 years until the house was sold in 2020. Irene then spent the rest of her remaining years first at Crescent Park Villa and then at Extendicare in Moose Jaw.
Irene and Art loved to explore local garage sales and coffee with friends at the Co-op Cafeteria and later at the A&W.
She was predeceased by her husband, Art Heisler (2016); Dylan Heisler (1991); and Ryan Heisler (2014). Irene is survived by her sons, Kelly (Rose) Heisler and Terry (Shelley) Heisler; grandchildren, Justin (22) and Jenna (21); sister, Marge (Tom) Carter; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Special thank you to the staff at both Crescent Park Villa and Extendicare for the support and care during Irene’s stay.
A Private Family Service will be held at a later date and interment will take place at Rosedale Cemetery with her husband Art. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Irene’s name may be made to The Moose Jaw Humane Society, Box 1658 Station Main, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 7K7. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Todd Sjoberg, Funeral Director 306-693-4550
Deepest sympathy in the loss of Irene. Scott has many fond memories of the time spent at Art & Irene’s with Ryan in their elementary school years. Our condolences to the Heisler family. Scott, Willis & Cheryl Cunningham
My deepest condolences to Kelly and Terry and family. Your mom was such a lovely lady. I enjoy all the talks we had and I know how much you boys meant to her Penny Wiens
Kelly, Terry and families. My condolences to you all. What a special lady to have known. She beamed with pride at any chance to talk about her family. Her day started and ended with loving words about you boys and Justin and Jenna…her loving stories about her and Art’s antics made me wish I had met that wonderful man…I smile knowing she will never have to let him go again..I will remember her fondly.
Kelly and Terry and families, my deepest condolences on the loss of your mother, she was such a classy woman, with always a huge smile and time for a quick chat at the co-op . Keep your fond memories close during this difficult time
I am so sorry to learn of Irene’s passing. My deepest heartfelt condolences to Kelly, Terry and families. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. I will miss my occasional evening telephone conversations with this dear sweet cousin. She will now be reunited with Art. I will cherish the few memories I have and know you have many many wonderful memories. Let those precious memories be your bridge. God Bless and take care “cousin’s” (as Irene would say).
Kelly and Terry,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your beautiful Mom. May your memories help you during this difficult time.
My deepest condolences to Terry and Kelly and your families on the loss of your mother. She was a wonderful neighbour and friend. She is missed!