Margaret A. Baniulis
1958 - 2022

Margaret Ann Baniulis (nee Perkins) was called to Heaven on Thursday, November 10th in Estevan, Saskatchewan with her precious family at her side.  “Maggie” was the loving Mom of two grown sons, Logan and Kyle Baniulis.  Her grandchildren, Maria, Kristian, Hayden and Bella meant the world to her.  Margaret was married for 41 years to Gene Baniulis, the man she adored.  They created an amazing life together filled with hard work and adventure.  Over the past several years, they remained the very best of friends and enjoyed retirement together as they travelled the world and spent time at the farm in North Portal and at their beach home in Belize.   Family and friends remained so important to Margaret. She was overcome by illness in the past many months and her journey ended peacefully at the age of 64. Gene, Kyle, Logan and her grandchildren are heart-broken.  She will be with them in spirit, always.

 Margaret was born to parents Vernon Perkins and Margaret (nee Storey).  Sadly, baby Margaret would never have a chance to know her Mother.  Vernon was widowed and left alone with an infant daughter and two young sons.   Maggie had a special bond with her Aunty Florence and Uncle Bert Hall, who accepted her in their home and helped raise her.

Later, Margaret’s family grew to include Vernon’s second wife, Bernice Perkins and five more siblings.  In 1981, she married the love of her life and became Mrs. Baniulis.  She cherished her role as wife and Mother and devoted community member of North Portal.  She and Gene raised Logan and Kyle on the farm and were always busy balancing work and home life.  Margaret always had time for friends and for family.  She loved to laugh and made friends wherever she went.  She was generous and caring and made an impact on anyone who knew her.  She will be missed beyond measure.

 Margaret is resting in peace with her Mother now.  She has been reunited with her dear Mother in-law, Betty and Father-in-law, Joe Baniulis and her very special Uncle Bert Hall.  Undoubtedly, she holds her infant granddaughter Amery in her Angel arms.  Margaret was also predeceased by her grandparents, Frank and Clara Storey and Norman and Louise Perkins; Gene’s brothers, Reggie and Daryl (Cheryl) Baniulis.  

 Margaret leaves behind a family in mourning.  Margaret is survived by her loving husband Gene and their sons, Logan and Kyle and grandchildren, Maria, Kristian, Hayden and Bella; father Vernon Perkins (Bernice), her siblings, Don (Evelyn), Duane (Janet), Keith (JoAnne), Kelly (Roxy), Kathy McKelkie (John), Kevin (Richelle) and Kurt (Chelsea); Baniulis brothers-in-law, Wendell, Lori (Bonnie) and Barry (Rosemary) and sister-in-law Faye Baniulis.  Margaret has many close friends and extended family that will miss her dearly.

The Celebration of Margaret’s Life was held on Friday, November 25, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. at St. Paul`s United Church, Estevan, SK with Sandy Dalziel officiating. The inurnment took place at the Estevan City Cemetery Columbarium following the service. Gene and his family invited everyone to join them for the luncheon in the church auditorium to share stories and remember Margaret.

A video recording of the Celebration of Life will be available for the next 90 days using this link: https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=d542f038-11c4-4a4d-a0bf-45318145dbfc (please click to register).

If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to Creighton Lodge, 1028 Hillcrest Drive, Estevan, SK S4A 1Y7 in memory of Margaret.

Hall Funeral Services in Estevan provided care to Margaret`s family – Yvonne Clark, Funeral Director.