Georgina Barsi

Born on New Year’s Day, Georgina Dorothy Diebold was a true farm girl, raised in the Kennedy and Kipling area of Saskatchewan. As a young girl, she spent her days outdoors helping her dad, her cheeks sunburnt and her hair tousled by the wind. These early years instilled in her a lifelong appreciation for hard work, the land and life’s simple blessings.

With a love of learning, Georgina attended teachers college and began her teaching career in a one-room schoolhouse, riding her horse to work. Across the hills, she met a farm boy, Adam Barsi and they married on July 26, 1949. Together, they built a life rooted in love, faith, hard work and family. Their marriage lasted until Adam’s passing on June 29, 2009.

Georgina’s hands were rarely still and her heart was always open. Whether sewing, knitting, cooking, gardening or raising her family, she put love into everything she did. She was also a devoted community volunteer, 4-H leader, Sunday school teacher and faithful friend, always willing to help, encourage and bring people together. Her generosity extended far beyond her community. For decades, she supported many charities including the Salvation Army and for more than 40 years, World Vision, sponsoring children and helping provide hope and opportunity to young lives around the world. She believed in the power of kindness and gave freely to causes close to her heart.

In a beautiful full circle, Georgina spent her final days at Grace Hospice, operated by the Salvation Army - the very organization she had supported faithfully for decades. It was a touching reflection of her giving spirit that she received care from an organization to which she had given so much.

Above all, Georgina loved the Lord. Her faith was the foundation of her life, reflected in her compassion, generosity, service and the joy she found in sharing the love of Jesus with everyone.

Georgina passed on Thursday, November 5, 2026 at the age of 97 years. She was predeceased by her husband Adam; sister Zita and parents George & Mary Diebold.

She will be lovingly remembered by her sister Theresa Brown; son John Barsi (Gail); daughters Lori Jane Paul and Ilona Eli Barsi-Cunningham (John); cherished grandchildren: Melissa Barsi-Barnett (Jaimie), Jenny Barsi-Muntain (Rob), Amy Barsi-Taks (Kevin), John Paul (Cheri), Ezra Paul, Levi Paul (Krissy) and Katy Syrota (Brenden) and her great-grandchildren: Porter, Avery, Annabel, Adam, Harlan, Decker, Ellis, Solomon, Sunny and Shylo.

Georgina’s life was rich in love, faith and service. The seeds she planted in her garden, her community and the hearts of those she loved will continue to grow for generations to come.

A life well lived, a faith well shared, a generous heart that touched countless lives and a love that will never be forgotten. 🦋

A private family graveside service will be held.