Sereda, Andrew
Andrew Sereda
With deep sadness, but gratitude for a life well-lived, the family of Andrew Sereda announces that he passed away peacefully in Moose Jaw, SK on Saturday, November 27th, 2021 at the age of 84 years.
Andy was born August 7th, 1937 near West Bend, Saskatchewan. He attended Athlone School and then graduated from Foam Lake High School before attending the University of Saskatchewan’s College of Agriculture, from which he graduated in 1960. His career began with the PFRA at Indian Head, SK before he joined the Government of Saskatchewan’s Department of Agriculture as an Ag Rep in Kerrobert, and then accepted a position as Regional Coordinator in Tisdale. He transferred to Moose Jaw in 1985, retiring in 1987 but continuing with contract work for various organizations for a number of years.
Andy was always busy with numerous hobbies and interests, to the great benefit of his family and friends. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, visiting many northern Saskatchewan lakes and losing the occasional tackle box. He also enjoyed beekeeping in his own backyard in Tisdale; even after moving to Moose Jaw, he and his faithful co-pilot, Olga, continued making annual “honey runs” from Tisdale to relatives across the province. Andy’s garden was famous – he took great pride in producing the season’s earliest carrots, potatoes and tomatoes, and supplying neighbours and family with his produce. He was a man of many talents, dabbling in winemaking, carpentry, upholstery and storytelling. He cherished time spent at the family cabin at Lower Fishing Lake – especially going fishing and berry picking. In retirement, he treasured walks and daily coffee with the “Grumpy Old Men” at A&W and the Burger Cabin in Wakamow Valley.
Andy is survived by his wife of 58 years, Olga; and children: Cathy (Kirby) Jabusch, Carolyn (Ian) Hamilton, Gary (Michelle) Sereda, and David Sereda. He will also be dearly missed by grandchildren: Brianna (Nidal) Megawache, Carmen (Cody) Williams, Andrew (Amanda) Hamilton, Rachel Hamilton, Calli Sereda, and Keena Sereda; and great-grandchildren, Rafael Meghawache and Ella Williams. He is also survived by sisters: Pauline Sereda, Anne (Ed) Poole, Louise (Myron) Strohan, Sophie (Steve) Schebel, and Angie Sereda; as well as brother-in-law, Dan (Vi) Woloschuk. He was predeceased by daughter-in-law, Monique Sereda; grandson, Thomas Hamilton; sisters, Rose Sereda and Olga (Willie) Zadorozniak; and brother, Emil (Doreen) Sereda.
A Private Family Funeral will be held in Moose Jaw. In lieu of flowers, donations in Andy’s name may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 1910 McIntyre St, Regina, SK S4P 2R3. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Andrew Pratt Funeral Director 306-693-4550
To Andy’s Family; We were so very sorry to hear of Andy’s passing. He was a great guy! We will miss him on our walks and at coffee with the Grumpies. We send our deepest sympathy to each of his Family.
Thank you for the kind words. Your message was appreciated.
Andy always had a positive outlook and positive comments.
Rest In Peace my friend
So true. You described dad to a “T”. Thank you for the message.
Olga, I just wanted to tell you how sorry I was to learn of Andy’s passing. He was a good guy and always had a story to share. To you and all your family, my deepest condolences.
Thank you Wendy. We have lost a very special man from our lives, but our memories will live on.
So sorry to hear of Andy’s passing. He was a great friend and will been missed by the “Grumpys”.
Deepest sympathy to Olga and his children.
Dad treasured his time with the Grumpy Old Men. So many great stories and visits were recounted to us.
Dear Olga & family,
Andy certainly was a great guy! The staff at the Ag Knowledge Centre in Moose Jaw were always glad when he would stop by for a visit. We were the happy recipients on numerous occasions of Olga’s warm cinnamon buns, honey from a run up north or a wonderful story or two… he will be missed. Our deepest condolences to you all.
Dad loved keeping in touch with the staff. You were always so welcoming to him and it was appreciated.
My condolences to Olga and family on Andy’s passing. He was a great person whom I enjoyed as a work colleague for many years.
Thank you Larry. He was a proud Agro.
WE are very sorry to hear Andy’s passing, Our Deepest sympathy to Olga and Family, Love Phil & Audrey (Dlugan)Skalozub
Thank you for the message. It gives us great comfort to know dad is fondly remembered.
To Andy’s Family, sorry for your loss.
Andy was a great guy to work with , he had the perfect management style to get the best out of our diverse crew in NE Sask Ag.
Thanks for the memories and good times Andy, RIP.
Thank you Tom. He also had the perfect management style for his family, and got the best out of us!
Olga and Family,
It is with profound sadness that we learned of Andy’s passing.
Please accept our sincerest condolences.
Eugene & Anne,
Surrey, BC.
Thanks for your kind words. Dad spoke often of his friendship with you.
To the Sereda family,
I was saddened to read about Andy’s passing. My thoughts are with all of you during difficult time.
Kris Magnus
Thank you for reaching out, Kris. We appreciate the support and take comfort from messages such as these.
Dear Olga, Cathy, Carolyn, Garry and David,
My sincere sympathy and condolences to you on Andy’s passing.
I thought highly of Andy and consider him to have been the best supervisor and mentor that I had in my career. As much as work itself was important, Andy always cared about the “people” part of work. Those years working for Saskatchewan Agriculture in Tisdale were great years! I have good memories of enjoying delicious meals at your house when Andy would invite us “young guys” over. The menu usually included some of Andy’s smoked duck or goose. I also remember times when I was cross country skiing on the Doghide river behind your house and stopping in for coffee or other warm up drink!
I’m glad to have known Andy and all of you!
Regards,
Bob Brad.