It is with sadness, we announce the passing of Walter (Wally) Kabaroff on August 25, 2024 following several medical challenges.

Walter was born on July 15, 1940 in the Riverhill District of Blaine Lake, he attended Riverhill School and later Marcelin School. He worked for the railway, Intercontinental Packers in Saskatoon, then decided to join his brother Harvey working in the mines in Thompson and Lynn Lake. In 1977, he moved the family back to Blaine Lake. He was a auction sale assistant, a travel trailer delivery person, a councilor for the RM of Blaine Lake and as a councilor participated on several boards. He also cleaned many cemeteries in the area, giving dignity to those resting. He was the caretaker of the Riverhill Cemetery and one of the founding members of the Riverland Heritage Region.

He loved old time music, especially polkas and every Saturday, he was tuned into the Dance Party on the Radio. He also liked to accumulate vehicles which eventually ended up in the “Hunk Of Junk” field.

He is survived by his son, Kevin (Kim); son Randy; daughter, Sandy (Darryl); grandson, Travis (Sydney) and granddaughter, Jordan; great-grandchildren: Rylee and Luke; sister, Audrey (Gerald); nephew, Darcy; niece, Angie (Heath); nephew, Russ (Nova) and great- nephews and nieces: Cody, Cassie, Bryce, Parker, Kenzie as well as the Boe family and numerous cousins and friends.

Walter was predeceased by his wife, Sharon; parents: Nick and Lida Kabaroff; brothers: Kenneth and Harvey (Carol) and in-laws: Arnie and Jeanette Boe.

Walter’s memory will be forever remembered by those that knew him. A special thanks to those that assisted him in the last few years and especially the Hafford Care Home for taking care of Walter in his final days.

As per his wishes, there will be no formal funeral service, rather his wish was that everyone raise a glass of cheer in his memory. Interment will take place at Riverhill Cemetery at a later date.

Donations can be made in Walter’s memory to the Riverhill Restoration Society or a charity of choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium – Vanessa Macnab Funeral Director.

• Date : 2024-08-28
• Location : Blaine Lake, SK