Katherine ‘Kay’ (née Bogner) Michel
October 8, 1927 – April 9, 2025
It is with great sadness the family of Katherine ‘Kay’ (née Bogner) Michel announce her passing on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. She was 97 years of age. Kay was born in St. Gregor, Saskatchewan on October 8, 1927, to John and Emma (née Brommert) Bogner. She grew up in St. Gregor and after completing her schooling there she went to St. Bruno Academy receiving her Grade 12. Kay went to Normal School for her teaching certificate and taught at various schools from 1945-1957. On July 16, 1957, she married Wilfred Michel, and they took over the family farm where they raised their five children. Kay was highly skilled in homemaking excelling in baking, cooking, gardening, entertaining guests, playing cards and crafting. Following Wilfred’s passing in 1978, Kay continued living at the farm, helping her sons when they took over the family farm. In 1985 Kay moved to Humboldt to Landmark Estates and became very involved volunteering in the community. At the age of 91, Kay was one of the first residents to move into The Elizabeth Retirement Community and was very involved in all aspects of life there. As with all life changes, Kay quickly adapted and enjoyed life there where she lived until her passing. Kay embraced life no matter what happened, she saw the best in all people and always made the best of a hard situation. Kay had an ability to connect with all she met but had a special relationship with each family member. Her faith was profound and remained steadfast until the end of her life. Kay will be lovingly remembered by her family, daughter Della (Gerald) Thiemann, their family: Jeremy (Kim) Thiemann,- children: Braydon, and Katie -, Krista (Kris) Thiemann, Jason (Amanda) Thiemann, - children: Ava, and Reece-, and Megan (Garry) Hull, - children: Bentley, Rae, and Grayson -; son GARTH (Ana) Michel, their family: Corey (Britni) Michel,- children: Estee, and Evangeline -, Nicole Friesen, - children: Keaton, and Duncan -, and Travis (Miranda) Michel; daughter COLLEEN (Glen) Schmidt, their family: Marla Torwalt, Kristin Schmidt, Kyla (Kurtis) Wald, -children: Olivia, Victoria, and Silas-, and Andrew Schmidt; son CALVIN (Gail) Michel, their family: Jonathon (Jessica) Michel,- children: Henrik, and Elle-, Evan (Emily) Michel, -children: Jack, and Isla, and Marissa (Daxon) Michel,- son: Theo -; daughter DONNA (Rob) Koski, their family: Tara (Dana) Christiansen,- children: Owen, and Lexi -, Tracy (Jeremy) Krieger,- children: Madison, and Casadi -, and Kari (Oliver) Koski,-children: James, and Clara -. She was predeceased by: her husband Wilfred Michel (1978); granddaughter Maria (1996); daughter-in-law Rhonda Michel (2017); parents John and Emma Bogner; parents-in-law Hiller and Evelyn Michel; and many other beloved members of the Bogner and Michel families. The Funeral Mass was offered at St. Gregory’s Roman Catholic Church, St. Gregor, SK, on Monday, April 21, 2025, at 2:00 pm, celebrated by Fr. John Abban-Bonsu. Others taking part were: Jeremy Thiemann, cross bearer; Marla Torwalt and Corey Michel, scripture readers; Jonathon Michel and Nicole Friesen, intentions; Megan and Bentley Hull; gift bearers; and Gail Michel, eulogist. Music ministry was provided by Suzanne Taphorn, Annette Zawada and Leanne Wuchner. Urn bearer was Evan Michel with honorary pallbearers were “All who shared in Kay’s life”. Interment was at the St. Gregory Roman Catholic Cemetery, followed by memorial friendship and refreshments at St. Gregor Hall. Memorial donations in Kay’s name may be directed to St. Gregory Roman Catholic Cemetery Fund (PO Box 51, St. Gregor, SK, S0K 3X0) or Humboldt District Hospital Foundation - General Equipment Fund (PO Box 1740, Humboldt, SK S0K 2A0).
This Notice Is Courtesy Of
Schuler-Lefebvre Funeral & Cremation Services - Humboldt, Saskatchewan
(306-682-4114)