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Carl J. Folk

November 29, 2022

Carl Folk

Carl J. Folk passed away peacefully on November 29, 2022 at the age of 87, one week before his 88th birthday.

Carl is survived by his loving wife of 66 years Nettie; his children Nancy (Steve), Valri (Amar), Teraci (Garry) and Jason (Taeko); his sister Lynn; grandchildren Jana, Anastasia, Meritt, Amber, Beth and Luther; as well as 8 great-grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his parents Jonas and Teresa; his son Greg; his siblings Eleanor, Leocadia, Josephine, Leo, Father Lawrence, Tommy and Hilda; and brother-in-law Mike.

Carl grew up on a farm in Mankota, Saskatchewan. He attended high school in Muenster, Saskatchewan. Carl met and married the love of his life Nettie and they were married on August 4, 1956.

Carl worked for the Department of Highways, SGEU and was the Director of Human Resources for the Department of Agriculture. Carl had 42 years of service for the provincial government upon retirement. During the course of their marriage, Carl and Nettie enjoyed travelling to Mexico, Hawaii and Las Vegas.

Over his lifetime, Carl was a devoted member of the Roman Catholic Church. He was very involved in all aspects of church. He was a Grand Knight and a member of the Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus.

Carl taught a Christopher’s course for Public Speaking. Upon retirement Carl played golf, sang with the Golden Age Singers and became a chauffeur for Nettie and his grandkids. Carl volunteered his time for the Knights of Columbus Bingo.

Carl and Nettie lived a good life, travelling across Canada to visit their children and grandchildren in Ontario and in British Columbia.

A special thanks to Cliff Geiger for all his support.

Funeral Mass will be held at a later date in the Spring of 2023. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Regina Wascana Grace Hospice, 50 Angus Road, Regina, Saskatchewan S4R 8P6.

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Nettie and family, I am so sorry to hear of Carl's passing. My deepest condolences to you all. May you embrace all the fond memories and know heaven has gained another angel. I hope he and my dad can reunite their lifelong friendship and enjoy some good banter and play some cards. Rest in Peace Carl, your job on earth is done...Much love to you all. Wanda and family ❤ ~ Wanda Konanz

Hugs, prayers and condolences Nettie and family. I appreciated Carl’s enthusiasm and enjoyed working with him for the Christopher Leadership Course. ~ Leona and Jack Spruyt

Dear Nettie and family, My deepest sympathy to you on Carl’s passing. A wonderful, faithfilled man. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May he rest in Peace. Fr Rick ~ Fr Rick Krofchek

so sorry for your loss. Carl was an amazing man and one of the best bosses I ever had. My prayers are with you and your family. ~ donna allsopp

So sorry to hear of Carl's passing . May he rest in peace. May God be your strength during this time. Blessings and prayers. Denise Soroka. ~ Denise Soroka

Nettie and family my deepest condolences. When I commenced work at the Department of Agriculture Carl was the Director of Human Resources. A very nice man! My thoughts and prayers are with u all during this difficult time! ~ Jude Kachaluba

Think of you folks often, Nettie…my deepest condolences to you & your family. It was a real privilege to have worked with Carl & have treasured memories of you both. ~ Nancy Cibart

Netti: On behalf of all the Sir Knights and Brother Knights in Regina, Saskatchewan and around the world, we would like to offer our deepest condolences and offer our prayers on the passing of your husband and our fellow Sir Knight. Thank you for allowing him to make an impression on so many young men and do our Charitable works. May he rest in peace ~ Dan W. Devers

Nettie & family, our heartfelt sympathies on Carl's passing. He was a real gentleman. Don't hesitate to contact us if you need a hand. God Bless ~ Paul and Rose Ponak

Our most sincere condolences to Nettie and the whole family! I worked with Carl many years near the end of his career at Agriculture and my brother in law Gordon Falconer worked with him at the start of his career at Highways! He will be greatly missed by all- a life lived well! ~ Orville and Mavis Myrvang

Dearest Nettie and family. I was so sorry to hear of Carl's passing. Please accept our deepest condolences from our family to yours. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Maggi and Rick Spooner and family. ~ Maggi Spooner

Auntie Nettie and family, Our deepest condolences on the passing of Uncle Carl. We will cherish all the fond memories we have of him. He definitely earned his Angel wings and is in Heaven, with his family and friends that went before him, as he continues to watch over us all with Love and Admiration. Love and Hugs to you all! ~ Gord and Leisha Grant

My condolences to you Mrs. Folk and your family. I will always remember Carl as one of the first people who interviewed and hired me as an Agrologist in Training with the Department of Agriculture. I am forever grateful for that opportunity. ~ Wally Hoehn

To Val, Mrs, Folk and family, My deepest condolences on the passing of your husband, dad, and grandpa. I remember Mr. Folk as a quiet, kind, religious man. May he Rest In Peace. May the fond memories you hold in your heart bring you comfort at this time. You are in my thoughts and prayers, Dorena (Wild) Kress ~ Dorena Kress

So sorry to learn of Carls passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with Nettie and the family at this difficult time. ~ Peter Greif

Almighty Father, source of forgiveness and salvation, grant that WSK, GK Carl J. Folk who passed from this life may, through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary and of all the saints, come to share your Eternal happiness through Christ our Lord. Amen. ~ Darrell Yarek

We remember the many good times we spent together at church and K of C functions. Our heartfelt sympathy to you Nettie and family. Marty & Clare ~ Marty & Clare Schneider

Hi Nettie & Family ,, just seen today that your dear husband, Carl passed away… He was a dear kind man, my deepest sympathies to you & your Family … my thoughts & prayers to all of you .. RIP.. ~ Josie Linnen

Nettie, I am so sorry to hear about Carl's passing. Was always so nice running into you both at church. Been years since I've seen you and your wonderful smile. Please know you are in my prayers. ~ Rebecca Giesbrecht

Dear Nettie and family. Our deepest sympathy on Carl's passing. We will remember Carl as a kind and faith filled man. We miss seeing him on Sunday mornings at Holy Child. Bob has fond memories of the family at St Joseph parish when we were young. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Rest in peace Carl. ~ Bob & Maria Greif