Obituary of Gordon Sawatzky

SAWATZKY, Gordon George June 8, 1950 — September 23, 2024 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Gordon George Sawatzky, who peacefully left us with his family by his side at the age of 74. Gordon was predeceased by his parents Jake and Sadie; his sister, Vicky (Jim) Brooks and brother in-law Darryl Renning; nephews Todd and Troy Renning. Gordon is survived by his wife of 43 years, Susan (Scherba); daughter Candice (Sean) Welsh and their children Jax and Lexi; daughter Melanie (Ryan) Heit and their children Paisley and Callan; son Paul (Megan) Sawatzky and their children Sienna, Dawson, Harper and Hallie; son Kyle O’Brien; brother George (Darlene) Sawatzky and their family Chad (Shelby) Sawatzky and their children Teo and Tre and Mitchell (Candace) Sawatzky and their children Charlie and Elliot; sister Shirley Renning and her daughter Tabatha and her son Marcus; mother and father in law Paul and Olga Scherba; sister in law Elaine (Jim) Poliakiwski and their children Julie (Aaron) Nasby and Trevor (Mandy); brother in law Allan (Debbie) Scherba and their children Daniel and Derek; sister in law Arlene (Don) Cherniawsky and their children Colin and Jaclyn (Andrew); niece Stephanie (Dean) Senger and their son Joel; along with numerous other family member’s. Gordon took immense pride in his children, and his love for them knew no bounds. He was also a doting grandfather to his eight grandchildren. His grandkids brought great joy to his life, and he cherished every moment spent with them. His kindness and willingness to help others will always be remembered by those who had the privilege of knowing him. He will be deeply missed. Cremation has taken place, and the family will be holding a private celebration of life at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the “Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta” or the “Alberta Diabetes Association.”