February 1, 1947 – January 5, 2017
It is with great sadness that the family announces the sudden passing of Gerald Funk of Dalmeny, SK. While we are overwhelmed, we know that he is with the Lord and our confidence is in that hope. Gerald Clark Funk was born February 1, 1947, in Saskatoon, SK, the first born of Clarence and Mary Funk. Gerald went to Dalmeny School, and was active in sports. He loved to watch various sports, and especially loved watching his kids and grandkids in their athletic endeavours. He married Jenny Boehr in 1971. Christine (Chris) was born in 1972, Ryan in 1975, and Stefan completed the family in 1980. He loved his family greatly, and both daughters-in-law DeAnne and Katrina knew that he loved them as though they were his own. Gerald worked for 9 years at Federated Co-op Feedmill before taking over Dalmeny Funeral Home from his dad Clarence in 1980. Gerald’s life work as a Funeral Director was very important to him. He took his job very seriously, making sure that he provided care to each family filled with dignity, integrity, honour and respect. He loved serving Dalmeny, Saskatoon, and the valley area for 31 years. He considered it a privilege to be able to care for families during their time of great loss. He sacrificed much to care for many grandparents, parents, uncles, aunties, siblings, children and friends but always considered it his honour to be called upon. He was so proud that his sons followed his footsteps, becoming the 4th generation of Funks to serve grieving families with Ryan at Funk’s Funeral Home in Rosthern and Stefan at Dalmeny Funeral Home in Dalmeny. Gerald enjoyed being an active part in the town and church communities, participating as a volunteer firefighter in Dalmeny, a board member for Spruce Manor Special Care Home and serving on the board at Camp Kadesh for several years. Gerald is survived by his loving wife of 45 years Jenny; daughter Chris Funk, Calgary, AB; sons Ryan (DeAnne) Funk, Emily, Natalie and Zachary of Rosthern, SK; Stefan (Katrina) Funk, Tyler, Jayella and Sofia of Dalmeny, SK; sister Janice, (Virgil) Penner; brother Bryan (Esther) Funk; mother-in-law, Linda Boehr; brothers-in-law Wes (Yvonne) Boehr, Charles (Eleanor) Boehr; aunt Esther Boldt; uncle Dennis (Margaret) Boldt; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Clarence and Mary Funk; father-in-law, Sam Boehr; stepmom, Marion Kliewer; sister-in-law, Elaine Engdahl, and nephew Lindsay Penner. Memorial donations may be made to the Gideons International, Box 3619, Guelph, ON N1H 7A2 or to go towards campers fees for Camp Kadesh, Box 56, Christopher Lake, SK S0J 0N0. Public viewing will be on Monday, January 9, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will be on Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. with both being held at Dalmeny Bible Church, 406 Wakefield Ave, Dalmeny, SK. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to his family at Funk’s Funeral Home (306-232-5245) and Dalmeny Funeral Home (306-254-2022).
Ryan, Bryan and Families, So sorry to read about the loss of your loved one, My Deepest Sympathy to all of you.. May all the memories comfort you some way.
Ryan & DeAnne, Bryan & Esther,
It’s hard to believe what we heard, that Gerald has gone home. Working one day – asleep the next. We’re hurting for you. Our sympathy and prayers go with you.
Tena and Leila
To Ryan, Bryan and families
So sorry for your loss. You were always there for us when we lost loved one and we appreciate the time you spent with us. We are thinking of you as say goodbye to your father and brother.
The Cameron Family
To Gerald Funk’s family,
We just wish to extend our sincere sympathy to you all at this time. We are praying for you.
Sincerely,
Arnold and Sandra Glassford, Unity
(Glassford’s Funeral Home)
Dear Funk families, Jenny and family and Bryan and Esther and family. You always care for so many hurting and grieving people. We thank you again for the excellent work you have done for us to get us through those funerals. Now please know we are praying for you and thinking of you so much. May God’s Love comfort you in your time of Sorrow. Thinking of you here in Bolivia. Our prayers are with you. – hugs Jake & Dorothy Fehr
Ryan, Bryan and families
So sorry for your loss. You care for so many people in their time of sorrow. Just want to tell you we are thinking of you as say goodbye to your father and brother.
Pete and Rita Dykhuizen.
Jenny and family, so sorry for your loss. I know he will be missed by many.
Ryan, Bryan and families, our deepest condolences on the loss of your dad and brother. You have been such a support to others in their time of loss, we pray you will feel that same support and comfort. Praying for God’s peace and strength for all of you.
Sorry to hear about the loss of such a wonderful man. He was highly respected and did his job very well he will be missed in the community and surrounding towns. Thinking of you Jenny, also Ryan and DeAnne; Stefan and Katrina; and Bryan and Esther and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Our deepest sympathy Ryan, DeAnne and family and Bryan and Esther and family on the sudden loss of father, brother, grandfather and Uncle, Gerald. We are thinking of you all at this very difficult time.
Alvin Krause and Karin Schmidt
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. God Bless
To Bryan & Esther; I’m sure this is a difficult time for you and your whole family. May God give you peace and hope during this time of grieving. Gerald was a wonderful man. I have so appreciated your family.
Ramona Bargen
Our sincere condolences to Ryan, DeAnn and family and Brian and Esther and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in the sudden passing of your Dad and brother. May the wonderful memories you have keep you going through those days that are not so good. You have a loss but God has gained a wonderful man.
Please except my Condolences Bryan and Esther on the passing of your Brother Gerald.
You have both been such good friends to me for many years and I am hoping you are feeling the Love from everyone during your time of sorrow, like you have helped so many during their time with their families.
Natasha and Jay, Judah Evia and Joshua
Also Breanna. Derek and Krista and Sam. Also Vanessa.
My Deepest Sympathies to you all with the Loss Of your Uncle Gerald who you were so very close to. Know that I am thinking of you as well.
I was so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing yesterday Ryan and DeAnne.
You have always been so kind and gentle when dealing with my parents death’s and my extended families. I am hoping you feel the same Love in your time of sorrow.
If their is ANYTHING I can do for your family, please do not hesitate to ask.
I want to say a Special Love to Emily, Natalie and Zachary. It is so hard to lose your Grandpa when you are so young. I could tell how much he Loved you when he would come to your Church in Rosthern and watch your Christmas Concerts and such. He was very Proud of you ❤️
Jenny, I am so sorry to hear of Gerald’s Passing. He was such a kind man to me when we’d meet.
Please except my condolences also Chris, Stefan and Katrina and Grandchildren Tyler, Jayella and Sofia.
I hope you all feel the Love from everyone during your time of grief, like you have done for so many, during their time.
Jenny & family, our deepest condolences to you. Our prayers are with you and may God’s love uphold you through the days ahead. We have always appreciated Gerald’s caring personality in our times of losing loved ones.
Ron & Jewel Bueckert
My Condolences to you Ryan and Bryan and families.
Dear Ryan & De Anne and Family
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family.
Cherish your memories.
So sad to here of this news just today .
Praying that the Lords comfort would be abundant .
Bruce and Tracy Hildebrand
Vernon.
Ryan so sorry to hear about the sudden passing of your dad. Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. We will always remember the compassion you showed us when dealing with the loss of our dad Leonard Doucette.
To Ryan & his whole family , Our Deepest Sympathy to you all . Your dad was a wonderful man . May you feel Gods nearness. Dennis& Grace Adolph
Dear Stefan & Katrina: I’m so sorry for your loss, your Dad Gerald! Gerald handled many, I repeat, many, of our families (Wollf) funerals. He allowed us to feel ‘human’ through our tears. There was no judgement.
Stefan, you did the same for me as I recently watched you carefully bring my late husband to your facilities, and prepared him for the final stage on earth. It was my pleasure, and in direct answer to my prayer this morning, to meet your lovely wife, Katrina. In her, again I felt Jesus’ love and compassion. This, in spite of her own grief!
I pray for you, your families, your mother. Take time to grieve! You’ve always been there for us, your “clientele”. Now it’s time for us to give back to you. Let us know how you would like help; I’d love to be a helper.
Love and Prayers
Tina Friesen
306-514-8462
Hey Ryan, sorry to here about your dad, my prayers are with you and thinking of you and your family