Agnes Elise Constance Steffen
November 20, 1920 – August 22, 2018

Agnes Elise Constance (nee Buschmann) Steffen passed away peacefully at her home on the farm north of Muenster, SK, at the age of 97. Agnes’ parents emigrated from Norway with her two oldest siblings. Agnes was born on the homestead near Venn, SK, and was the fifth of eight children. In 1923, the family moved to the Muenster area. Agnes went to Ives School, where she completed Grade 8. Although she wanted to continue with her education, she had to leave school to help out at home when her mother had surgery. On May 28, 1940, Agnes married Ervin Steffen of Muenster. Together they raised five children on their farm north of Muenster. Agnes truly enjoyed being a homemaker and gardener, and was especially proud to be able to serve almost everything homemade. She had many other talents and hobbies, such as quilting, ceramics, sewing, and needlework of which many of those creations continue to be used and will be cherished by family and friends. Agnes also had a special love for music and was able to sing, play organ, and guitar. She was a member of the Muenster church choir from its inception in 1972 until 2010 after she turned 90. As well, Agnes was active in community volunteering, including many hours cooking at the Muenster Hall. She was a fabulous cook and baker, hosting frequent family and friend get-togethers well into her 90s. Agnes enjoyed watching curling and baseball, especially the Blue Jays. She also loved spending time playing cards, games, or just socializing with family and friends. Agnes could always pull a special treat out of one of the freezers at a moment’s notice, such as lefsa or Grandma buns. She was a member of the C.W.L. and Christian Mother’s. Agnes’s faith was very important to her and she always had an extra prayer for anyone who needed it. On December 12, 1993, after 53 years of marriage, Ervin died unexpectedly. Agnes continued to live in her own home on the farm until her death. Her family meant everything to her. She will be remembered as a loyal friend, and a caring and devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. Agnes is lovingly remembered by her children: GARY (Loretta) Steffen of Keremeos, BC; DARLENE (Larry) Gray of Raymore, SK; KAREN Loehr of Muenster, SK; GAIL (Mike) Lang of Muenster, SK; daughter-in-law, Laverna Steffen of Kelowna BC; 12 grandchildren: Shelley (Logan) Rodgers, Jackie (Robert) Steffen, Kim Steffen, Kevin Steffen, Jody (Claire) Gray, Lonny Gray (special friend Andrea Weins), Tanene (Wade) Margetts, Shandar (Paul) Mann, Darcie (Troy) Anderson, Brent (Melissa) Loehr, Brad (Sheri) Loehr, and Stacey Lang; 24 great-grandchildren: Nicole, Ryun, Chandra, Shane, Patrick, Chanel, Joshua, Lexy, Emma, Hanna, Evan, Raine, Chase, Malayna, Luke, Austin, Morgan, Jack, Bentley, Nick, Steven, Sarah, Leia, and Kenzie; and three great-great-grandchildren: Ella, Calli, and Veronica. Agnes is also survived by her brother, Wilfred (Marina) Buschmann; sisters-in-law, Alice Schwanbeck and Gwen Atwood; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Ervin Steffen; son, Wayne Steffen; son-in-law, Mervin Loehr; parents, Axel and Elerine (nee Hansen) Buschmann; two sisters, four brothers and spouses: Lillian Walls (Olaf Anderson, Frank Walls), Hakon (Ruth) Buschmann, Egill (Gertrude) Buschmann, Arthur (Hedwig) Buschmann, Oscar (Marie) Buschmann, Alphild (Benno) Bergermann; and by brothers-and-sisters-in-law: Henry (Theresa Funke), Anton (Josie), Raymond, Charles Jr., and Lawrence, three brothers-in-law in infancy, Lydia Steffen, Helen Steffen, Viola Steffen, and James Schwanbeck. The Prayer Service for Agnes was held at St. Peter’s R.C. Cathedral, Muenster, on Monday, August 27, 2018, at 7:30 p.m., led by Garry Loehr. Scripture readers were Steven Anderson and Brent Loehr, and the eulogy was delivered by Darcie Anderson. Music ministry was provided by director Myrna Britz, organist Sheryl Korte, and soloist Shandar Mann. The Funeral Mass was offered at St. Peter’s R.C. Cathedral on Tuesday, August 28, 2018, at 2:00 p.m., celebrated by Fr. Paul Paproski, OSB. Others taking part were: Chase and Raine Gray, crossbearers; Melissa Loehr and Nick Anderson, scripture readers; Stacey Lang, intentions; Tanene and Malayna Margetts, giftbearers; Elaine Loehr, communion minister; Joan Duke and Agnes Buschmann, memorial table attendants. Music ministry was provided by director Myrna Britz, organist Sheryl Korte, soloist Shandar Mann, and members of the St. Peter’s Parish Choir. Pallbearers were Brent Loehr, Brad Loehr, Lonny Gray, Stacey Lang, Steven Anderson, and Nick Anderson. Interment followed at St. Peter’s R.C. Cemetery, Muenster. Memorial donations may be directed to either the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Muenster Parish Cemetery Fund.

This Notice Is Courtesy Of
Schuler-Lefebvre Funeral Chapel - Humboldt, Saskatchewan
(306) 682-4114