SHEICHUK, Ivan August

On Saturday, July 18th, 2015, Ivan passed away at the Moose Jaw Union Hospital.  He was raised on the family farm at Sturgis, SK.  Ivan received his education at the Sturgis elementary and high schools, where he took great interest in writing and debating.  He remained passionate in his beliefs.  He was predeceased by his father, Nick, of Penticton BC in 1991.  Ivan is survived by his mother, Rose – Penticton, BC; son, Rick (Lindsey) and daughter, Karen, both of Yorkton, SK; brother, Tom – Terrace, BC; sister, Lyla (Tom) – Calgary, AB; brother, Gene – Sherwood Park, AB; as well as many family members and friends.  Ivan lived for the outdoors, and probably forgot more about nature than most of us would ever know.  His shooting and hunting skills were exemplary and resulted in many trophies which adorned his walls.  Ivan also enjoyed fishing, hiking, writing and taking moonlight walks on deserted country dirt roads, always with camera in hand.  He found joy in singing songs from the ‘60’s and knew them by heart.  Ivan enjoyed cooking and took great pride in his garlic recipes, which he claimed were legendary!  His quick wit, sense of humour and ability to make others laugh made everyone who knew him comfortable and welcomed.  At a later date, interment will take place in Penticton, BC.  Those so wishing may make a donation in Ivan’s name to The Canadian Diabetes Association, 917A Albert St, Regina, SK S4R 2P6 or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Sask, 279 3rd Ave N, Saskatoon, SK S7K 2H8.  Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane.  James Murdock, Funeral Director 306-693-4550