Obituary of Linda Louise Nikiforuk
Linda Louise Nikiforuk
(January 2, 1951 - April 21, 2024)
Linda was born to Ida and Elmer Nelson in Camrose, Alberta in January 1951. She was the fifth of six children, brothers Lyle, Dale and Ross (deceased) and sisters Myrna and Jan. All Linda’s schooling years were done in Bawlf, where she met Larry Nikiforuk. They married in 1967 here in Bawlf. They first lived in Big Valley after they married, shortly after, they moved back to Bawlf, and eventually settled on the Noullett farm. They happily farmed there until 2019, when they moved into the town of Bawlf. They welcomed their son Lorne, and daughters Lori-Anne (deceased), and Tracy.
Linda was an active member in the community. She worked for many years in restaurants and then was the Bawlf librarian from 1990-1996. Most famously, she opened the Homestyle Bakery and Cafe in 1996, where she fed many patrons of Bawlf who enjoyed her company and the fantastic homemade food. She always had time for her grandsons, making sure they got off to school with a great breakfast and card game. And just ask anyone about the pies! She joined the Lions Club, and supported the library over the years.
In her retirement she had a passion for her crafts and sewing. She continued cooking for anyone, making lots of buns, perogies and cabbage rolls, which everyone loved. She always had a passion for gardening, watering and fertilizing her plants so she could delight in the fruits of her labour. She took great pleasure spending time and watching the grandkids playing all their sports. The card games with friends and family were treasured by her. Linda, Larry, and the car show crew travelled around showing off their cool cars and making great memories. In the last few years, she faithfully visited Larry after he moved into Louise Jensen.
Linda passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 21 surrounded by her loving family at the Daysland Hospital. The family is so very grateful for all the special care she received in Daysland.
Linda is survived by her husband Larry; daughter Tracy; son Lorne (Leslie); grandsons Tyler and Nathan; siblings Jan White, Myrna Ehbrecht, Lyle (Rose) Nelson, Dale (Phyllis) Nelson; in-laws Wayne (Theresa) Nikiforuk, and Val Lomness; and numerous nieces, and nephews.
She is predeceased by her daughter Lori-Anne; parents Ida and Elmer Nelson; brother Ross Nelson, parents-in-law Steve and Anne Nikiforuk; brothers in-law Wayne Lomness, Bob White, and Martin Ehbrecht.
A Funeral Service was held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, April 26, 2024, at the Bawlf Lutheran Church with Rev. Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson officiating.
If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Linda's memory may be made to the Cross Cancer Institute or the Daysland Hospital Foundation.
