Dorothy Folkerts
1927 - 2014
Dorothy Wilhelmina Folkerts
passed away peacefully on De-
cember 22, 2014 in Estevan,
SK at the age of 87.
Dorothy was born on Decem-
ber 18, 1927 in Willmar, SK, liv-
ing the majority of her life in
Frobisher, SK. She is survived
by her son Bernard Folkerts
(Fran) of Frobisher, and their
children Todd (Cindi), Ryan
(Angie) and Aaron (Karen) and
daughter Judy Ostafie (Neil) of
Regina, and their children Ja-
nelle and Drew, as well as nu-
merous precious great grand-
children, nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law and many close
friends.
Dorothy was predeceased by her parents, Lilian and Wilhelm
Winter; husband Carl Folkerts; siblings, Eleanora, Clara, Gustie,
Wilhelm, Bernice and Kathleen, as well as many brothers-in-law,
sisters-in-law and several beloved pets.
Dorothy lived a vibrant, full life, and was very active in her
church and community. She had a special gift for music, and
readily shared this talent in many capacities.
At Dorothy’s request, the memorial service and burial will be
held at a later date, to be announced. Dorothy’s family would
like to send a special thank-you to the St. Joseph’s Hospital
Long Term Care staff for the exceptional care given to Dorothy
throughout her last years. She always felt safe, loved and very
much at home there.
Those who wish to make a donation in memory of Dorothy
may either contribute to St. John Lutheran Church in Frobisher,
or to the St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation (Long Term Care) in
Estevan.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Hall Funeral Services,
Estevan.
