Karen A Headrick

Karen was born on September 30, 1935 in Lafleche, SK. She was the third girl of four born to Walter Francis and Kathleen Marion Mackin. Karen was raised in the hamlet of Melaval where she had fond memories of her childhood, making lifelong friendships, a loving sister and friend.

After completing Grade 11, Karen moved to Regina to attend Success Business College. She then worked as a secretary at the Parliament Buildings. It was then she met Russell on a blind date and fell in love. They were married on October 23, 1954. Their first home was in Limerick then Assiniboia, sharing many years of love and happiness. She was a beloved mother of Calvin, Kathy, Leslie and Scott.

Karen worked part time at the Olympia theater and babysat children in her home. When all the children were in school, she started work at the lawyers office, now Lewans and Ford.

Karen was a great homemaker. She was an amazing cook, seamstress, decorator and craftswoman. She enjoyed time spent with the Royal Purple, had a position on the figure skating executive and was a Sunday School teacher.

Karen and Russ enjoyed bowling, camping, playing cards, and watching the Wheel of Fortune. Their cottage at Thomson Lake was one of her favourite places, where many treasured memories were made.

A cherished grandmother and great-grandmother “GG” to many and affectionately known as Grandma Karen to countless others whose lives she touched. She found her greatest joy in spending time with family and friends. She lived with a youthful spirit that shone through in her brightly coloured outfits, warm smile and great sense of humour. She will be remembered for her kindness, laughter and the way she made everyone feel welcome. Karen’s legacy of love will live on in all who knew her.

Karen is predeceased by her husband Russell; her parents Walter and Kathleen Mackin; her sisters, Marilyn Campbell and Joyce Mackin; grandson Justin Hoath; father-in-law Harrison and mother-in-law Ivy.

She is survived by: her son Calvin (Cindy) - their children, Jamie (Kim), Karena (Bruce) and Andrew (Steph); daughter Kathy (Jim) Batty - their children, Jason (Amanda), Jeff (Tanis), Kirsten (Clayton), and Kendra (Ben); daughter Leslie (Murray) Hoath - their children, Steven (Jen) and Melissa and son Scott (Delea); 24 great-grandchildren; her sister Joanne, sister-in-law Ila Leflar, brother-in-law and sister-in-law Wayne and Jean Headrick.

Visitation will be held Thursday Evening, September 11, 2025 at 7:00 pm at Ross Funeral Chapel. Funeral Service will be held Friday, September 12, 2025 at 2:00 pm in St. Paul’s United Church, Assiniboia, SK. Wendy Gibson DLMr officiating. Interment at Mount Hope Cemetery, Assiniboia, SK. Pallbearers grandsons, Jason Batty, Jeff Batty, Jamie Headrick, Andrew Headrick, Steven Hoath and great-grandson Cole Batty. Fellowship and lunch to follow at the 55 Club. Donations in Memory of Karen may be made to the MS Society. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy for the Headrick family may be shared at www.rossfuneralservice.com. Arrangements entrusted to Ross Funeral Service, Assiniboia, SK

Thank you to Alyssa Willis and the angels in homecare. Allowing mom to stay in her home. Thanks to Dr. Carulei and staff at the Assiniboia Union Hospital for their compassionate care. A big thank you to Mom’s neighbour and friend Margaret Diakow.

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