It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Maureen Lynn Smith on July 21, 2016 at St. Paul鈥檚 Hospital in Saskatoon, SK. Maureen was born July 5, 1953 in North Battleford, SK. She was raised in the Birch Lake area and attended school in Medstead, SK. She ran the Midnighter Restaurant before moving to Englefeld, SK to operate the hotel there, and finally moved to Quill Lake, SK. Maureen is survived by close friend Jim Olkanych, Kendall Olkanych, son Rene Newman, brothers Ron Smith and Brian Smith and their families, numerous nieces, nephews, as well many friends. Maureen enjoyed sewing, camping, and was an avid reader. She also enjoyed researching family history. She is preceded in death by her older sister Carole Kyluik, and parents Helene and Vivian Smith. She will be lovingly remembered and forever in our hearts. An outdoor gathering of Maureen鈥檚 family and friends will be held on Saturday, Aug. 20, 2016 at Ron Smith鈥檚 farm from 2:00-5:00pm. Please bring your own lawn/camping chair.
