With heavy hearts and humble acceptance of God’s will, the family of Kenneth Frank Schwark, announce his peaceful passing on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at the age of 92 years, at River Heights Lodge in North Battleford.

Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife, Frances Schwark of 64 years; children: Brenda (Mark) Beler, Wayne (Tess) Schwark, Corinne (Murray) Machej, Keith Schwark, Janice (Kurt) Voll, Jonathan (Michelle) Schwark; 15 grandchildren (Spouses) and 19 great-grandchildren; Brothers: Hubert Schwark, Bruno Schwark, Sister: Hilda Graw, Brothers-in-law, Sisters-in-law, Cousins, Nieces, Nephews, and many friends.

Kenneth was predeceased by his parents Otto and Ida Schwark; Brothers: Helmuth Schwark, Alfred Schwark; Sisters: Irma Urbanowski, Rita Medernach, Paula Flottemesch.

Ken was born on September 22, 1934, and raised on the farm near Cudworth, Saskatchewan.  He attended Leofeld School, then farmed at Cudworth until he married Frances and moved to Cando, Saskatchewan in 1962.  He farmed there until he retired to the Battlefords in 2015.  Ken was very involved in Church and Community.  His favorite hobby was watching and judging team penning.

Prayers will be held at St. Vital Catholic Church in Battleford on Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.  The Funeral Mass will be held at St. Vital Catholic Church on Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Reception immediately following in the St. Vital Parish Hall.  Burial will take place at the Cando Cemetery.

Family would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Dr. Patricia Campbell and the staff at River Heights Lodge, for the compassionate care given to Ken.

Condolences for the family can be made at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium – Cristi Tilbert Funeral Director.

• Date : 2026-10-05
• Location : Battleford, SK