Obituary of Mary Rosamond Sykes

August 26, 1914 – January 11, 2016 Mary Rosamond Sykes passed away January 11, 2016 at William Albert House, Emerald Park at the age of 101 years. Mary was born August 26, 1914 to Fred and Willetta Wilson and grew up on the family farm a few miles southwest of Regina. Her early adult life was spent teaching in one room schools in the area. In 1937 she married the love of her life, Norman Sykes. Following Norman's service in World War II they purchased a quarter of land and moved to the farm to help Mary's mother with the farming. In 1954, while continuing to farm, they moved to Regina. Here Mary went back to school. She earned her university degree and resumed her teaching career. After retirement Mary and Norman travelled throughout North America, New Zealand, Europe and Cuba. Mary loved bird watching, nature and 'Saturday Afternoon at the Opera'. Mary was predeceased by her husband, Norman; grandson, Christopher Sykes; Grandson-in-law, Scott Chandler; great granddaughter, Emma Chandler; sister, Bertie Pearson; brother, Woodie Wilson and nephew, Tom Wilson. She is survived by her sons Bob (Judy), Fred (Gladys) and Gary (Judy); grandchildren, Jeff (Maureen), Andrea, Lisa (Keely), Laurie (Chris), Stephen, Greg (Tracey) and Mike (Janice); granddaughter-in-law Stacie and great-grandchildren Sam, Jessica, Nicholas, Andrew, Astrid, Nigel, Naomi, Emily, Aden and Parker. She was much loved and will be missed by all. The family would like to thank the staff at William Albert House for the wonderful loving care they have provided Mary for the last 7 1/2 years. A Service to Celebrate the Life of Mary Sykes will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 21, 2016 at Speers Funeral Chapel, 2136 College Avenue, Regina SK, with a time of fellowship to follow at Speers Family Centre, 2333 Cornwall Street. Those so wishing may make a memorial donation in Mary’s name to the charity of your choice.