It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Glenn Abraham Wouters on Tuesday, April 9th with family at his side. Glenn is survived by his loving wife Mary Ann Churko and his three children: Brad (Marianne) and their children Matviy, Norah, Elliot; Scott (Janice) and their children Ally and Chase; Tonya (Corby) Lehman and their children Sierah (Tyson Tuck), Marcus and Kade. Glenn is also survived by his brothers Marvin (Gail) Wouters, Garry Wouters (Carolyn Naylor), Wayne (Aparna Kurl), brothers-in-law Gordon (Dorothy) Kempthorne, Kal (Carla) Moreside; sisters-in-law Delphine (Tim Arnason), Loraine (Dennis Forster), brothers-in-law Roman (Melanie), David (Kathy), Mark (Valerie), Ted (Susan), Reg (Joanne) as well as many nieces, nephews, and close friends. Glenn is predeceased by his beloved wife of 48 years, Eva-Mae, his parents Abe and Velma Wouters, his mother and father-in law Wilfred and Eva Kempthorne, his sisters-in law Susan Moreside, Sandra Wouters, Valerie Wouters and nephews Barry Wouters and Jordan Wouters; brothers-in law Ambrose Churko, Victor Churko, Morris Churko and nephews Kelly Churko and Boh Sabourin.

Glenn was born in Edam, Saskatchewan, in 1944, and grew up on a farm alongside his parents, and brothers, with whom he remained close throughout his life. Glenn was very proud of his Edam roots and we all appreciated the work that Glenn and Mary Ann did in sharing the history of the Wouters family in completing the book  “A Little Bit of Holland in Edam”.

After graduation Glenn moved on to the University of Saskatchewan and obtained a Bachelor of Education and so began an almost 40 year career in Education as a teacher, curriculum coordinator, Regional Director and consultant. His passion and dedication had a significant impact on those he worked with and has left a legacy of prioritizing collaboration and relationships in advancing educational practices across the province.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Glenn was deeply committed to his community. He served proudly as president of North Battleford Minor Hockey, as a dedicated North Battleford City Councilor, as Mayor of the Resort Village of Metinota, Board Member of the Prairie North Health  and Board Member of the Living Sky School Division. Glenn will be remembered for his “can do” attitude  and  a “how can we make this work” approach in leading and contributing in these roles.

Glenn loved his family and his friends. Throughout their 30 years in North Battleford Glenn and Eva-Mae met many special people that turned into lifelong friends. He especially enjoyed his retirement years when he and Eva-Mae had time together to enjoy the home they built at Metinota Beach. This home became the gathering place for friends and family. Glenn loved to sit on the deck and watch all his children and grandchildren enjoy the lake. Glenn was immensely proud of his eight grandchildren and spent countless hours following their many accomplishments.

After Eva’s passing, he was fortunate to find love again and enjoyed nine joyful years of marriage with Mary Ann Churko who loved and cared for Glenn dearly. During these nine years Glenn and Mary Ann made the move from Metinota to Battleford where they enjoyed their new home, friends, travel and quiet evenings together. Glenn particularly enjoyed travelling across the prairie provinces to spend time with Mary Ann’s family who loved him like a brother.

Glenn leaves behind a legacy defined by kindness, dedication, community service, and unwavering devotion to family. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by everyone whose lives he touched.

A Celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 10:30 A.M. with a reception to follow. Both will take place at Third Avenue United Church with an Interment to be held at Edam Municipal Cemetery.

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

• Date : 2025-04-11
• Location : Battleford, SK