Ecaterina (Catherine) Petrisor

Ecaterina (Catherine) Petrisor passed away peacefully, after a long and healthy life, at the age of 101, on July 17th, 2011 with her daughter by her side.  She was born on November 27th, 1909 and came to Canada in 1928.  She is predeceased by her parents; two brothers and two sisters in Romania; her partner in life, Dan; daughter, Sylvia; son, David; grandsons, Murray and Farron Petrisor; granddaughter, Darlene Ursu; great-granddaughter, Crystal Petrisor; son-in-law, Mervin Pickard and daughter-in-law, Phyllis Petrisor.  Catherine leaves to cherish her love and memories, her daughter, Virginia and son, Gordon; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren; as well as nieces, nephews and extended family.  Catherine lived most of her life in rural Saskatchewan where hard work was accompanied by good food and a welcoming home to young and old.  She got joy from nurturing young calves back to health on the ranch and by producing a bountiful garden.  She retired to Moose Jaw in 1986.  Catherine was very proud to be a Canadian, but never forgot her heritage.  She was a member of the Greek Orthodox Church and Ladies Aid, enjoying friendships with all while making perogies and cabbage rolls.  She will be remembered for her smile, positive attitude and choice words of advice.  We were blessed to have her for so long, but God saw her getting tired and he put his arms around her and said “Come with me”.  A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, July 22nd, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in Moose Jaw Funeral Home.  Reverend John Carley will officiate with interment to take place at Rosedale Cemetery.  A Prayer Service will be held on Thursday, July 21st, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. in Moose Jaw Funeral Home.  Father John Bingham will be serving.  Flowers are gratefully declined.  Donations may be made to the Moose Jaw Health Foundation, 455 Fairford St. E., Moose Jaw, SK S6H 1H3 or give someone you love a hug.  Special thanks to the staff at Extendicare, Chez Nous and Pioneer Lodge for the excellent care she received over the years.