Mary Ann Zipchian
October 31st, 2017
Mary Ann Zipchian, late of Regina, SK passed away in the early morning of October 31, 2017 at the age of 65 years. Mary Ann was a friend and caregiver to all and put everyone before herself. She enjoyed traveling and loved spending her time visiting with all of her family. Mary Ann was predeceased by her father Byrrh (Bob) Overholt and sister-in-law Marilyn Overholt. She is lovingly remembered by her mother Matilda Overholt, husband Ron Zipchian, daughter Janette (Shane) Smith, son Chad (Tenley) Zipchian, and her most precious grandchildren Jayden, Zach, Brittany and Ashley; brothers Ron Overholt, Don (Bernie) Overholt, Roger (Rose) Overholt, and David Overholt; sister-in-law Liz Zipchian; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and her very special nieces and nephews; as well as many wonderful close friends.
The family would like to invite all who knew Mary Ann to join in a Celebration of her Life on Sunday, November 12, 2017 at 3:00 pm in Jameson’s on Grant, 2104 Grant Road, Regina, SK. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in memory of Mary Ann to the South Saskatchewan Chapter - Cystic Fibrosis Canada.Messages:
Dear Chad, Tenley and family, Our sincere sympathy on the sudden loss of your mother. Please know you have friends who care and offer you love and support during this difficult time. Sincerely, Dean & Brenda Bonyai
I will miss Mary Ann very much... She was giving, kind, fun and caring - truly one of a kind who will hold a special place in my heart forever. She is gone much too soon. Godspeed Mary Ann, dear friend.
My deepest condolences to you and family. Mary Ann was a good friend and coworker and she will forever be remembered as the most generous and genuine person I’ve ever met. It is my privilege to have known her. Mary Ann treated everyone she knows like family. In Fish and Wildlife, we have lost our “mama bear” and she will be missed deeply.
Dear Janette, Chad and family, I was very sad to hear of Mary Ann's passing. She was a co-worker for many years in Regina at the former Fish & Wildlife. She was very supportive and did a great job. I know she was very proud of the accomplishments of her children. I understand that it is very difficult for you now, but I hope that in the months and years to come, the happy memories will sustain you. Sincerely, Lizabeth Nicholls
My condolences to you all. Mary Ann was a lively and generous co-worker who always spoke with love and pride about her family. Her kindness will be missed.
My sincere condolences to the family. I have know Mary Ann for many, many years and considered her a friend. I know she will be sadly missed.
I was not only shocked but saddened to hear the sad news of Mary Ann's passing. We will always remember her for her kind nature and always smiling while lending a helping hand. She was everyone's friend, especially with Fisheries and Wildlife staff where I became acquainted with her, several years ago. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
So sorry to hear of Mary Ann’s passing. We went to high school together and had many many laughs and fun times. A good person taken too soon.
I deeply shocked and saddened by the passing of Mary Anne. She was a good friend and wonderful co-worker. My condolences to her family.
I was deeply saddened to learn of Mary Ann's passing. Mary Ann was a kind and gentle soul who would truly do anything to help. My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this time.
Sorry to hear of your loss Janette and Shane. My deepest condolences to all the family.
You will never find another person as dedicated to their work, more caring for their family and more blessed with a rich sense of humour than Mary Ann. Her shoes will be impossible to fill.