William James Krafchuk May 13, 1945 - June 23, 2014 William James Krafchuk passed away peacefully, on Monday, June 23rd, 2014 at 69 years of age. Bill was born on May 13th, 1945 to Joseph and Mary Krafchuk. He was the youngest brother to Walter, George and Jean. He grew up in Balcarres, on the family farm. Bill moved to Estevan in the late seventies and worked mostly as a long haul trucker and at Frehlick Farms as a hand. Bill was a brother, a son, a husband, a father, a grandfather and a friend. After marrying Dianne, Bill was the head of a blended family. He embraced everyone. He started out small, but in total Bill has three sons, two daughters, two son-in laws, two daughter-in-laws, six granddaughters, and four grandsons. Bill will be forever remembered by his children, Jeff (Pattie) and children, Whitney, Jilissa (Ryan), and Kiana; Corey (Renee) and children, Carver, Aiden, and Rhett; Greg; Lisa (Ken) and children, Sarah (Kory) and Tarryn; Jackie (Darcy) and children, Kelcy and Nolan; dear friend, Elaine; sister, Jean (Vern) Reese; sister-in- law, Jane Krafchuk; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Dianne; parents, Joseph and Mary; brothers, Walter (Myrna) and George. A Memorial Service was held on Thursday, June 26, 2014, at St. Paul's United Church, Estevan, SK., with Rev. Brenna Nickel officiating. Interment followed at the Estevan City Cemetery. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Allan Blair Cancer Centre, 4101 Dewdney Ave, Regina, SK S4T 7T1, in memory of Bill. Thank You The family would like to thank Dr. Pehlivan, the staff at Estevan Home Care, the Palliative staff at St. Joseph Hospital, Ray Frehlick for the gathering after Bill's funeral, the numerous family friends for the continuous comfort and support.
