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Louise Ann Reiss

October 2, 2013

Louise Reiss
Louise Ann Reiss (nee Bereti), age 76 years, passed away on Monday, September 30, 2013 in Balcarres Nursing Home after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. She is predeceased by her daughter Sonya, parents Louis and Rose Bereti, three sisters and eight brothers. Louise will be lovingly remembered by her children and grandchildren:  Joanne (Paul); Sharon (Scott); Royce (Glenda) and their children Jina, Dylan, Sheldon, and Drew; Shayne and his children Alyssa and Nicole; Arnie (Dawn) and his  children  Ryan, Tyler, Stephanie, and A.J.; Dale; and Sonya’s son Brendan; as well as Louise’s sister Rose. Louise worked for a time in Regina before getting married and moving to the farm at Odessa, SK where they farmed and raised a family. Later, she moved to Fort Qu’Appelle where she retired. Louise enjoyed spending time outdoors in her garden and flower beds and also loved cooking and baking. Louise also enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, October 4, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. in Holy Family R.C. Church, Odessa, SK with Rev. Louis Abello Celebrant. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 1910 McIntyre Street, Regina, SK S4P 2R3

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Messages of Condolence


Shayne so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. ~ Collin and Elsie Hagen


To The Reiss Children; I was saddened to read that Louise had passed away. But at the same time I realized that now her struggles are over and she no longer has to suffer. I remember your mom so well. She was such a hard worker, and she loved her children so much. I am sure she will be deeply missed by all who knew & loved her. My thoughts & prayers are with you all. May memories of happy times fill your hearts and keep you moms spirit alive within you. ~ Judy Dielschneider (Wild)


We extend our deepest sympathy on the passing of your mom and grandmother. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace Louise. Sorry we are unable to attend the funeral, but will be thinking of all of you. ~ Denis and Brenda Hutlet and family


All my thoughts are with you today. I am sorry both for your mom's suffering and for your sorrow now that Louise is gone. I loved your mom and will miss her more than I can say. "Those we have laughed with,learned from, leaned on and loved most leave us the very best memories", and those memories of Louise are what I will always treasure. Love from Linda and Phil ~ Linda Ritchie


To the Children and their families: Our heart goes out to you all on the loss of a very special person. We will always remember her bubbly personality and her beautiful smile. It's hard to lose a loved one, but try and find comfort in knowing her suffering is now over. Your Mom is reunited with Sonya and you now have two special angels watching over all of you. Let yourself grieve and take one day at a time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. God bless... ~ Gary and Joan Schatz & Family