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HOLLAND, MYRLA

At the age of 78, Myrla passed away peacefully on Saturday August 16th, 2025, surrounded by family and her dear friend Betty.

She was predeceased by her mother Myrtle Silsby and her daughter Lynette Peet and her brother-in-law Bill Gibson.  She is survived by her best friend, partner and husband Kent, her daughters Tara Holland (Tim McNulty) and Amber Holland (Travis Brown), son-in-law Parry Peet and sister-in-law Merla Gibson (yes there were two).  

Myrla was a passionately proud grandmother of Brienna and Kesia McNulty and Wendal and Thomas Peet. She will be profoundly missed by her many cousins, nieces and nephews as she was most certainly the matriarch of the clan.  

Born September 8th, 1946, Myrla grew up in Bethune, SK. She graduated as a nurse from the Regina General Hospital as part of the class of 1967. She married Kent in December 1968 and built a life on the family farm near Dilke. In 2005, Myrla and Kent moved to Caryle after retiring from farming and for the last 6 years, Myrla and Kent have made Mulberry Estates in Moose Jaw their home.  

Myrla spent her lifetime caring for and supporting others, being the person that showed up when needed and taking the reins to make things better.  She often helped friends and family navigate challenging situations and built a legacy through many community organizations. If you had the opportunity to be part of her life, you could always expect no nonsense conversation, practical wisdom, advice and especially her unapologetic honesty.  

A Remembrance Service for Myrla will be held on Thursday, August 21st, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. at Moose Jaw Funeral Home.  Those not able to attend may view the service by going to www.moosejawfuneralhome.com/webcast/.  A Graveside Service will also be held on Friday August 22nd, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. at the Bethune Cemetery, with a time of fellowship following in the K+S Potash Canada Community Hall in Bethune. Family and friends are welcome to join any or all of these celebrations of Myrla. 

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Holland Family Scholarship administered through 4-H Saskatchewan (3830 Thatcher Ave, Saskatoon, SK S7R 1A5), a local food bank or a charity of your choice.  Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane.  Shirese Noble Funeral Director 306-693-4550

22 Comments

  1. Barry & Terri Pollock
    Barry & Terri Pollock on August 18, 2025 at 7:49 pm

    Kent and family. Please accept our condolences. May you all find comfort in your many memories.

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  2. Donna McNaughton
    Donna McNaughton on August 18, 2025 at 8:31 pm

    Amber I’m sorry to read of your Mother’s passing. It is difficult to lose a parent. Your parents were always there to support you when you were competing. I’ll be thinking about you. My sympathy to your Dad and Family as well.

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  3. Jim and Sheila Orr
    Jim and Sheila Orr on August 18, 2025 at 8:44 pm

    Our sincere condolences and sending hugs from Jim and I

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  4. Lothian Wilma
    Lothian Wilma on August 18, 2025 at 8:57 pm

    Kent and family. We are sad to hear of Marla’s passing. We have fond memories from your time in Carlyle n

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  5. Shiela & warren Rowley
    Shiela & warren Rowley on August 18, 2025 at 9:42 pm

    Condolences to all her family & friends I will cherish my memories of her in Carlyle at our thrift sales so sorry for your loss

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  6. Carol Read
    Carol Read on August 18, 2025 at 10:24 pm

    Dear Kent and Family. This is such sad news to hear of the passing of Myrla. She always had time for a quick visit in passing, with the widest smile of friendship & love
    Your Matriarch was dearly loved and will be so missed.
    Sending my deepest condolences to all

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    • Rick and Lolly Hicks
      Rick and Lolly Hicks on August 19, 2025 at 11:49 am

      Kent and family. We are sorry to hear of Myrla’s passing. Sending our most sincere condolences.

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  7. Gloria Evans
    Gloria Evans on August 18, 2025 at 11:41 pm

    Kent, Tara, Amber and families; Myrla will be deeply missed by all those that knew her throughout the communities she lived and thrived in. Whenever you’d see the Holland’s it was always a good visit about farming, curling or whatever. My condolences.

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  8. Lloyd Luhning
    Lloyd Luhning on August 19, 2025 at 8:11 am

    Kent, Amber, Tara and Family,

    Our most sincerest condolences on the the passing of Myrla. I always enjoyed our visits and conversations with her over the years. May her many wonderful memories bring you comfort and guidance through life. Thinking of all of you during this most trying time.

    Most sincerely,

    Lloyd and Sandi Luhning

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  9. Mel and Bonnie Freitag
    Mel and Bonnie Freitag on August 19, 2025 at 9:13 am

    Kent, Tara and Amber and families. We were so sorry to hear of Myrla’s passing, but happy for her, that her struggle is over. She faced this last challenge with courage and determination . We so admired her and remember her as a good friend and all the good times shared.God bless❤️

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    • Doug McNally
      Doug McNally on August 19, 2025 at 11:55 am

      Jean and i express our sincere condolences and pass on those of my brothrr Ken.
      So enjoyed our many visits since i came to Ottawa, our many discussions on curling, farming, and the old neighborhood.

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  10. Robin Constable
    Robin Constable on August 19, 2025 at 11:05 am

    Kent, Amber and Family,

    I was deeply saddened to hear about Myrla’s passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. I hope you find comfort in the love and memories you shared, and in knowing that so many people are keeping you in their thoughts and prayers.

    With sympathy,
    Robin & Rick Constable

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  11. Pat Taylor
    Pat Taylor on August 19, 2025 at 12:31 pm

    Myrla will be forever remembered by her RGH Class of ‘67 nursing sisters. She was a special person in our class – always willing to help with sending out the emails and other reunion plans for our group.
    Condolences to all her family members. RIP Myrla

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  12. Duane and Elaine Haukaas
    Duane and Elaine Haukaas on August 19, 2025 at 3:12 pm

    Myrla was a wonderful Friend!
    Every One at The Mulberry admired her!!!
    She always had so much energy and in-site in to problem solving.
    We can see her hand print on so many things here!!
    She will be missed by all who knew her❤️❤️

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  13. Arnold Watson
    Arnold Watson on August 19, 2025 at 4:16 pm

    Kent, Tara, Amber and families
    Our most sincere condolences on the passing of Myrla. We always enjoyed our visits over the years. We are very happy to have seen her just last month. Her witty humour was quite enjoyable. We look forward to keeping in touch with you Kent.

    Arnold and Gisela Watson

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  14. Raymond and Marjorie Kutcher
    Raymond and Marjorie Kutcher on August 20, 2025 at 7:22 am

    Our deepest sympathy to you Kent and your family on the passing of Myrla

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  15. David and Linda Courtice
    David and Linda Courtice on August 20, 2025 at 8:16 am

    Our sincere condolences to Kent and all the family I, hold onto your wonderful memories

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  16. Corey Mantell
    Corey Mantell on August 20, 2025 at 11:09 am

    Kent, Tara, Amber, Parry and family
    So sad to here of the passing of Myrla she was such a wonderful person and will be missed greatly! Thinking of you all at this sad time.
    Corey & karen Mantell and family

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  17. Sharon Dunsmore
    Sharon Dunsmore on August 21, 2025 at 9:12 am

    Thank you for the expressive and loving obituary. My Myrla will forever be young, attractive, vital and bright. May peace be with her, and with you, Kent, and your dear ones.

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  18. Myrna Talbot
    Myrna Talbot on August 21, 2025 at 2:20 pm

    Kent, Tara, Amber, Parry and families,

    Myrla was probably the most genuine person that I have ever met. So forthright and so wise. I am grateful to have had her in my family. We will all miss her so much.

    Wishing you peace and healing during this season of grief.

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  19. Sharon Dunsmore
    Sharon Dunsmore on August 21, 2025 at 6:20 pm

    Thank you for the expressive tributes and shared memories. My Myrla is forever young, attractive, vital and bright. May peace be with her and with you, her dear family.

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  20. Tracie Gilchrist
    Tracie Gilchrist on August 26, 2025 at 10:29 am

    I have just learned of Myrla’s passing and I’m truly sorry Kent and family for your loss. I know she has left you all with wonderful memories.

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