Agnes will be reunited with her loving husband of 53 years, John Boutin, her parents Thomas and Beatrice Blackwood, her brother Mervyn Blackwood, as well as her in-laws, Maurice and Armandine Boutin.
Agnes leaves to cherish her memory: her sister Lois Howorth, her children Dean (Tara), and Sean; seven grandchildren, Tahlia, Xander, and Victoria (their mother Cindy), Brooklyn and Jaxon (their mother Lisa), Rylee and Willa; great grandson Liam; and an abundance of family and friends that meant so much to her.
Agnes had a love for family, friends and community.
Agnes was very proud of her 52-year nursing career. It was her passion to care for others and she certainly made an impression on those she nursed over the years. As a Nurse she took her responsibilities seriously, but also knew the importance in giving care that made people laugh and feel comfortable. Agnes developed many special and lasting friendships during her time in nursing school and throughout her career.
Agnes loved to be in the company of friends and family. Hours of stories and laughter passed by over a cup (or 6) of coffee. She always had a one liner or joke to share and enjoyed reminiscing or bragging up her kids and grandkids. She loved to tease; people were drawn in by her trickery and kind heart. Agnes loved and was loved by all who knew her.
John and Agnes hosted trainees from around the world through their involvement with the International Agriculture Exchange Association. Agnes opened her home and heart to the trainees who then became an extension of their family. Many of whom will hold a special place in her heart forever.
Agnes loved to travel and had the opportunity to visit many of the trainees and their families in their home countries, numerous trips to Mexico and Arizona with close friends, and taking the family on trips.
She was a respected nurse, wife, mother and character like no other; who said it like it was, knew how to make people laugh and loved unconditionally!
The funeral service was held in the Kipling Recreation Centre, Kipling, Saskatchewan on Friday, September 3, at 11:00 a.m. with Della Ferguson officiating. The funeral was livestreamed with the link that is posted below.
If friends so desire, donations may be made to Kipling and District Health Foundation, Box 989, Kipling, SK S0G 2S0.
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