Brenda Jean Kosior, late of Weyburn, SK passed away on February 7, 2025 at the age of 74 years.
She was predeceased by her parents, Gordon and Jean Ogden; her in-laws, Bill and Pauline Kosior; her brother and sister-in-law, Cliff and Adeline Corbett; brother-in-law, Joe Gaab.
Brenda is survived by her husband of 55 years, Laurence Kosior; her daughter, Laurie (Dale) Kitzul of Foam Lake, SK and their children, Krista (Evan) Radom and children [Bridger, Granger], Keegan (Kendall) Kitzul and son [Jake], Danica (Landon) Leshchyshyn and son [Miller], Deanna (Brody) Kitzul ; daughter, Tanya Meyers of Weyburn, SK and children Dustin, Jordan and Sydney (Ty); her son, Brent (Stacy) Kosior of Griffin, SK and children, Charlotte, Reid and Blake.
Brenda Jean Ogden was born Sept 1st, 1950 in Regina, SK. A bouncing little girl for Gordon and Jean. It has been said that she was the apple of her daddy’s eye, and maybe a tad bit spoiled. Brenda attended school in Fillmore from Grades 1-12 and enjoyed activities like basketball and 4-H while growing up. Although she was an only child, she didn’t feel like it because she had so many Ogden cousins nearby to play with, and the comfort of Grandma Amy and Grandpa Roy nearby.
After high school Brenda went on to work in the Regina Hospital as a Nurses Aid. She soon had her head turned by a handsome man by the name of Laurence John Kosior and they were married on May 31, 1969 at Fillmore, SK.
Laurence and Brenda resided at the family farm southeast of Griffin from 1969-2010. During that time they had a grain and cattle farm and raised their children; Laurie Ann, Tanya Lee and Brent John. Brenda enjoyed gardening and always had a large vegetable garden and several large flower beds around the yard, which the kids still grumble about weeding.
Over the years, Brenda and Laurence welcomed 12 Trainees from six different countries into their home. These trainees worked on the farm and often became like family.
Brenda loved watching her children play sports and spent many hours driving them to figure skating, curling, hockey and baseball. Her and Laurence also enjoyed many years of curling around southeast Saskatchewan and many friendships were made. Brenda went on to follow her grandchildren around to many sporting events and even learned to watch the games on LiveBarn and Facebook when she wasn’t able to attend.
Brenda drove a school bus to Griffin School for 25 years. She always enjoyed the students and liked teasing them but rest assured, she kept them in line.
Brenda took up golfing in her later years and enjoyed the comraderie and friendly competition. She even managed to get a hole-in-one at the Weyburn Golf Course, which she was very proud of.
Brenda was a fantastic cook and no one ever went hungry around her table. Often the meals were homegrown from their bountiful garden, canning, chickens and beef. Brenda loved socializing and especially loved family gatherings and all the joking and teasing with her cousins.
Brenda was an avid volunteer in her community and spent many hours volunteering at the Griffin Rec Centre and then at the Catholic Church board after moving to Weyburn in 2010. Brenda was also very passionate about politics and helped organize many Conservative Party events.
Most of all, Brenda was extremely proud of her ten grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. After a brave battle with pancreatic cancer, God saw her getting tired and called her home. She will be greatly missed.
Prayers were held on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. from RD Family Funeral Chapel, Weyburn, SK. A Mass of Christian Burial for Brenda was held on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. from St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church, Weyburn, SK with celebrant Fr. Amobi. Pallbearers were: Dustin Meyers, Keegan Kitzul, Reid Kosior, Blake Kosior, Mike Sobchuk, Steven Sobchuk and Dan Kerridge. Luncheon was held at the McKenna Hall in Weyburn, SK. Interment was at the Hillcrest Cemetery, Weyburn, SK.
For family and friends so wishing, charitable donations in memory of Brenda may be made to Griffin Recreation Centre, Box 113 Griffin, SK S0C 1G0 or to St. Vincent de Paul ~ CWL314 3rd St NE Weyburn, SK S4H 0W7.
Arrangements were entrusted to RD Family Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, Weyburn, SK (848-0333 ~ 1-888-848-0333) Expressions of sympathy to the family may be sent to our website at: www.rdfuneralchapel.com “Honouring Life and Celebrating Memories"
