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Mary Grace Kist (nee Hyshka)

March 16, 2021

Mary Kist (nee Hyshka)
Mary Grace Kist (nee Hyshka), aged 99, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2021 after a brief illness at the Pasqua Hospital in Regina, SK. Mary was born in Cut Knife, SK where her parents farmed and she and her siblings attended the nearby Wembley School. She matriculated from Normal School in Saskatoon, SK and taught in one-room country schools in Biggar, Cairnsview, and Happyland, SK. While teaching, she met Sebastian; they married in 1947 and made their home on a farm seven miles north of Unity, SK. In 1950 they welcomed Jane, followed by Wayne in 1953, and Marvin in 1955. Mary and Sebastian developed the farm considerably, raised livestock, and accumulated more land which yielded plentiful crops. In addition to excelling as full-time farmers, Sebastian hauled machinery, livestock, and grain for many years, while Mary balanced the demands of child-rearing with an exacting standard of homemaking that included cultivating prolific vegetable gardens integral to her culinary renown, as well as a return to teaching from 1964 to 1968. She had a range of interests including knitting, curling, baseball, travel, and crossword puzzles; was fond of animals, particularly cats; and cherished time spent with her family and friends. Mary and Sebastian shared an integrity and passion for hard work best exemplified by the farm they expanded and nurtured for over forty years. Following Sebastian’s passing, Mary moved from their farm to a new house she had built in Unity in 1993, and finally relocated to Regina in 2004. Mary was predeceased by Sebastian in 1992 and son Wayne in 1998. She passed away on the 23rd anniversary of Wayne’s funeral. Mary was also predeceased by her parents Danylo and Maria (nee Rak) Hyshka; brothers Michael (Irene), Walter (Jessie), and Bill; sister Olive (Bill) Milne; parents-in-law Michael and Marion (nee Bretzer) Kist; and the Kist siblings-in-law. She is survived by her daughter Jane (Bob) Scott of Regina; son Marvin of Regina; granddaughters Angela Scott of Regina and Heather Scott of London, UK; and many Hyshka and Kist nieces and nephews. Cremains will be interred at a later date in Unity. Mary, our mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin, neighbour, and friend is much missed, and our memory of her shall be dearly treasured. Please consider your friendship in life your memoriam in death.
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Marvin and Jane. I would like to offer my condolences at Aunt Mary’s passing. At the age of 99 it was no doubt a life well lived. ~ Harvey Schwab

Sorry to hear about Mary. Mary was a great person and a great friend and will be missed. ~ Fred and Sheila Simmons and Family

We were sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing and wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. ~ Greg and Debbie Osicki

Sending you our deepest sympathies during this time. Our hearts are with all of you. We all have many beautiful memories of Mary and she will never be forgotten! Wayne Wildeman and Family Derrick and LaVerna Swiderski and Family ~ Karen Fauth

My thought and prayers are with you at this time. The time we spent with all of you was always happy. The memories we had will last forever. Love and prayers ~ Barb surine

Jane and all the family So sorry to hear about your Mom. I remember her very well when she lived around Unity. She was a nice lady and lived a long life. May she Rest In Peace. Our thoughts snd prayers are with all if you Love Lloyd and Shirley Herzog ~ Lloyd & Shirley Herzog

Sorry to read about your Mom in the paper. When I hadn't seen her, I wondered where she had gone from Unity. Remembering school days and your Mom. My mom has been gone 25 years. I am glad you had yours until now. May precious memories of your Mother give you peace and comfort in the difficult days ahead. God's Blessings and my sympathy. ~ Marcella and Gil Pedersen

Marvin, Please accept my condolences to you and your family. I only just learned of your Mom's passing from Sharie. Sincerely, Carol ~ Carol Wakelam