Lucy Grad
December 11th, 2020
It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Justina (Lucy) Grad on December 11, 2020.
Lucy was born at Liebenthal, SK on October 29, 1929. Upon graduation, she attended Business College in Medicine Hat, AB and then obtained employment at the hospital in Maple Creek, SK.
She married Dad, Gerald Grad, on November 26, 1952. They lived in Mendham, SK, where Dad operated the family business, Grad’s Garage. During this time, she taught typing at the High School and worked part time at the Credit Union.
After Dad’s passing in 1987, Mom dealt with business affairs, secured lodging for her in-laws in Medicine Hat, and then also moved to Medicine Hat. In 2009 she moved to Regina and remained there until her passing. After this last move, she was always homesick for Medicine Hat, and looked forward to returning for visits.
During her younger years she played softball and bowled. She watched a lot of sports on TV including curling, the Blue Jays, and CFL football. She also got to enjoy watching the grandchildren and even the great-grandchildren play their various sports. Mom enjoyed camping trips to northern Saskatchewan, picking wild blueberries, and eating fresh fish. Mom loved to listen to music, play cards, and bake. She will be remembered for her cinnamon buns, noodles, and sugar kuchen.
Mom’s creativity and artistic abilities were reflected in her variety of hobbies. They included sewing, knitting, crocheting, cross stitching, petit point, tatting, paper tole, painting, drawing and ceramics. Her most recent passion, of which she continued well into her early 80’s, was making beautiful homemade cards. Christmas was special for Mom, as well as for us. Every Christmas, we looked forward to something homemade from Mom, even if it was as simple as a card and a scrubbie.
She was predeceased by her husband Gerald; parents Kasper and Alaysia Hirsch; in-laws Chris and Margaret Grad; and her siblings Kasper, Anna Mary, and George.
She is survived by her brother Benny (Doris) Hirsch and her sister Katherine (Frank) Schell; by her daughter Margaret (Floyd) Wist and their children Sarah (Peter) Hall and Jason; son James (Donnelly) Grad and their children Amy (Ian) Ziebart, Chris (Jen) Grad and Erin; son Michael (Laurel) Grad and their children Alicia, Kelsey (Mathew) Cohen and Jessica (Taylor) Bereti; daughter Kathleen (Dan) Baron and their children Kristin (Daniel) Laity, Erika Baron (Curtis Kozakavich), and Melissa Baron (Zac McClinton); and her cherished great-grandchildren Hannah, Hayley, Ryan, Ethan, Marcus, Victoria, Hayden, Beckett, Lily, and Owen.
The family would like to thank all of Mom’s caregivers during her time in Regina. A special thank you is extended to Parkside Extendicare for their care and arranging compassionate visits during her final days.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Messages:
Our Prayers & thoughts are with you & your families at this time. Your mom was a dear friend & neighbour. Our families have great memories together. May all your memories help you through this difficult season.
To the family of Lucy sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother,grandmother,great grandmother and a friend to many.Treasure your memories and know that others share your grief.May Lucy rest in eternal peace.We will keep you in our thoughts and Prayers.
To all the family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending heartfelt condolences.
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Grad family in the loss of your mother, grandmother, great grandmother. We are sure she will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Our deepest condolences. Thinking of you all in this time of sorrow.
We are sending sincere condolences to all of Lucy's family. We will remember Lucy's smile and gracious hello whenever we ran into her. Sincerely Donna, Jesse, Josh Zubot
Our deepest sympathy to all of Lucy’s family, may you find comfort in the memories you share.
Condolences on the passing of your mother, Lucy. I remember her and your father very well. They were both wonderful people.
So sorry for your loss. Lucy became our neighbour in Medicine Hat when I was in high school and quickly became a good friend of my Mom’s. She was such a warm, sincere and genuine soul. In later years she brightened my Mom’s days with her friendship and visits from Regina. I will always remember her fondly.
Our condolences on the passing of your beloved mother. Our mother Elizabeth is in the same room at Parkside. May your memories bring comfort to your family.
So sorry for your loss. Lucy was a dear friend and a good Neighbor to our family. We have many special memories. Deepest sympathies to all of Lucy’s family Ron,Bernie Marsall and family
Our sincere condolences to Margaret, Kathleen, Jim, Mike and your families, and to the rest of Mrs. Grad's family. We are thinking of you at this difficult time.
To all of Aunt Lucy’s family. Our sincere condolences on the loss of your mother and grandmother. She was a special lady, always so friendly and a pleasure to visit with. She will be dearly missed by all. Vern and Vivian Hirsch.
My sincerest condolences on the loss of your mother. She and Gerald were great people.
So sorry to all and know that prayers and hugs are with you. Her eyes were always smiling when she looked at you ❤️
The best typing teacher I had. Only one but still she is in my memory. My condolences.
Jim, Margaret, Mike and Kathleen and families my deepest sympathy on your loss of your Mom and grandmother I know she will be missed remember the good times and all the fun times you had with her. Deepest sympathies Barbara Andreas
We are saddened to learn of your loss. She was a special women. Hope you are surrounded by strength and compassion. Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother.
Margaret, Floyd, Mike, Laurel, Kathy & Dan & your families, we are so sorry for your loss! May you always treasure all your great memories & keepsakes of your Mom. Deepest sympathies!! Dale & Bev Baron
Jim, Margaret, Mike, Kathleen and families. Sorry to hear of this in these crazy times. We would have liked to see you all in a normal setting however this is what we have to deal with. As Christmas approaches it takes me back to a time when our son came home from school in Leader and he had made a xmas wreath out of pretzels and said he was giving it to the woman across the street from us and so he walked it over. I think she was as surprised as we were! I also have a doll Lucy made for my daughter another time. Its sitting in my living room. Beautiful. Cherished forever. Our sympathies and take care in this world of ours!!
To all of Lucy’s family - we are so sorry for your loss of Lucy. She was a wonderful person & we are going to miss her. We enjoyed watching the Rider football games with her & putting a “little” wager on the outcome!!! I hope you can take comfort in knowing that she is at peace & that she is now strolling the heavens with all those that have gone before her!! Our thoughts & prayers are with you all!!
Good memories of the Grad Family in Mendham! Always good people! Seems like a lifetime ago! Kind blessings to all of your family!