Eva Hagel
1934 - 2022

Eva Caroline Hagel (Siniawski), late of Estevan, Saskatchewan passed away peacefully at the Regina General Hospital, Regina, Saskatchewan with family at her side, at the age of 87.

She was predeceased by her loving husband Richard; parents: Frank and Emma Siniawski and brother-in-law Edward Daley. She leaves to cherish her memory, her sons: Mervin (Valerie), Wesley (Ruth), Gregory (Jacqueline), Joseph (Nathalie), Delmond (Jason) and Kevin (Anita); 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren; sisters: Loraine Siniawski, Marlene Daley and Elaine Siniawski, and her nieces and nephews.

The Prayer Service was held on Friday, April 22, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Hall Funeral Services in Estevan with Connie Wheeler officiating. The Funeral Mass for Eva was celebrated on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church in Estevan, with Reverend Sathiadas Antony the celebrant. Interment followed at Souris Valley Memorial Gardens, after which a luncheon took place in the parish hall.

For the next 90 days, a video recording of the Funeral Mass will be available using this link: https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=9f20be26-2970-421a-9270-169c5002980d.

Eva was born in the Earl Grey area of Saskatchewan. The family later moved to Markinch, Saskatchewan where she attended Wylie and Markinch schools. Eva’s fond memories growing up as a child were the country picnics (especially the races where she would take first prize). She enjoyed the track and field days with a fond memory of her going with a beautiful crocheted purse that her mother made for her.  Her father made sure she had enough money for the day, and she was proud that she came home with money still left over.

She enjoyed her country living as a child growing up. Later, she went to Regina job hunting. Her first job was at A N T Grocery store. Her second job was at the Army and Navy Store, working in the shoe department. She then ventured off to Wilson’s Stationery, an interesting place to work. It was at that time she met the love of her life, Richard. They met at one of the dances in Regina.

They were married on November 7, 1955 at Little Flower Roman Catholic Church in Regina, Saskatchewan with celebrant Reverend S. Liebel.

Eva took up country living again after she met Richard. It was a small operation that grew through the years, and after 25 years of marriage they built a house on the farm. Along with that the family grew with grandchildren and great grandchildren. After 50 years of marriage, they moved into their new home in Estevan.

For many years she took part in craft sales, loved to crochet and doing up flower arrangements which she enjoyed. She also loved dancing and tending to her flower gardens.

As time went on and the children grew older, Eva decided to take an active part in her parish and community. She became a member of St. John the Baptist church, serving as a Lector and Communion Minister for many years. She joined the Catholic Women’s League in 1972, and served as President, Secretary and served funeral lunches, etc. She also served on the CWL Regional as Chairperson and Treasurer, attended regional, diocese and provincial conventions. She served on Parish Council as Public Relations Chairperson. She helped with Meals on Wheels, and also sat on the board of the Estevan Farmers’ Market and served as Chairperson for 2 years. She also sat on the RCMP Seniors Advisory Board for a number of years. 

Eva’s most notable charity work is when she joined the St. Joseph’s Health Care Auxiliary in 1986, where she served as President from 1989-1991 and again from 2007-2009 and Secretary from 2010-2016. She served as Councilor, moving up to PRO Councilor in the Saskatchewan Health Care Auxiliary Association. She was recognized on the local level for years of service including life membership. She worked at St. Joe’s Corner gift shop (she also made up flower arrangements for the gift shop for many years). She took part in teas, bake sales and silent auctions, and also attended district meetings and Saskatchewan Health Care Auxiliary Association and national conventions.

Those wishing to pay tribute to Eva via a donation in her memory, may do so directly to the St. Joseph’s Health Care Auxiliary, 1176 Nicholson Road, Estevan, SK S4A 0H3.

“Life was good, we had our ups and downs.... but we were truly blessed” - Eva Hagel

Hall Funeral Services in Estevan provided care to the Hagel family – Dustin Hall, Funeral Director.