Irene Hahn (nee Piller) 1926 - 2014 Irene Hahn, beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away on August 11, 2014 in Regina, SK, at the age of 88 years. Irene was born on the family farm near Grenfell, Sk. She married William (Bill) Hahn on December 27, 1949 and moved to Estevan in 1956 where they raised their family. Irene made friends wherever she went and maintained those friendships throughout the years. Her welcoming smile was magnetic and she was always available to listen to a friend or share a laugh. She was an active member of her church for many years, and was involved with numerous social activities at Valleyview Heritage Place, where she lived in later years.In December 2012 Irene moved to College Park Retirement Residence in Regina, where she created new friendships, enjoyed a variety of activities, and received numerous visits from family. She was happy to live close to her great grandchildren and was always delighted to see them. Irene had a deep love for her family, and always put their needs before her own. She loved to have family gatherings at the cottage on Crooked Lake, where many wonderful memories were made. She will be fondly remembered for delicious family meals and great baking, especially her homemade bread. Irene had an unconditional love for her family and a true interest in everyone's lives. She had incredible patience, a forgiving heart, and unshakable faith until the end. She will live forever in our hearts. Irene is survived by her children, Debbie (Gene) Johnson of Steinbach, MB and their children Melanie (Michael) Turko of St Francois Xavier, MB, Alexis Johnson of Victoria, BC, Amy (Darryl) Johnson-Laliberte of Whitehorse, YT, and Adam Johnson of Steinback; Valerie Wynnyk and her children Kyla and Kristi of Calgary, AB; David (Tracy) Hahn and their son Rylan of White City, SK; Louise (Alan) Murray of Estevan, and their children, Andrew (Kassey) Murray and Bailey (Luke) Etelamaki (daughters, Madison and Aubree and son Judah), all of Regina; sisters Kate Dech of Regina, and Eleanor Braidwood of Port Moody, BC. She was predeceased by her husband William; and infant son Donald.A Funeral Service was held on Friday, August 15, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Paul's United Church, Estevan, with Pastor Luke Etelamaki officiating. Interment followed at Souris Valley Memorial Gardens, Estevan.Those wishing to make donations in Irene's memory may do so to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 279 -3rd Ave N, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 2H8, Canadian Cancer Society, 1910 McIntyre Street, Regna, SK, S4P 2R3, or Faith Lutheran Church, Estevan, SK. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan. The family would like to thank all who helped us through this difficult time with your kind thoughts and prayers, and the wonderful memories you shared of our mother and grandmother.
