January 28, 2025
It is with broken hearts we must announce the passing of our mother, daughter, sister and friend, Annette Marie MacFarlane (nee Karchewski). She left us peacefully January 28, 2025 with her children and sisters by her side after experiencing complications from an autoimmune disease. She lived her life to the fullest for 61 cherished years.
Born in Regina, SK Annette grew up in Northwest Regina attending St. Mary’s School and Archbishop O’Neill High School, as well as Holy Trinity and Holy Family Parishes. At school, she excelled in sports including basketball and track, earning the title Female Athlete of the Year in elementary school.
Annette was a dedicated employee to Canada Post for 36 years, where she was a “go to” for answers to questions, giving advice to anyone who needed it, whether it be during work hours, off hours or weekends; she was always willing to help. Even though she was the second youngest of five children, she was the leader of the family, someone you would ask for advice or would want to share an idea with.
A fun-loving woman with an adventurous spirit, she embraced all life had to offer. Many meaningful memories were made on trips with her life-long best friends, Darcy and Janice. Apparently three sisters just weren’t enough, as these two were more family than friend. She enjoyed traveling to Cuba, Mexico, Hawaii, Palm Springs, Phoenix, road trips to St. Albert/Edmonton to visit her sister Carol, and many visits to her parent’s cottage in the summers.
Health and fitness were very important to Annette, she rarely, if ever, missed her daily walk and proclaimed that she never had a frozen meal in her life. Eating healthy was an important part of her lifestyle.
A woman of class, Annette was always expressing herself through fun, stylish outfits and thoughtful accessories. This aesthetic appreciation extended into the way she decorated her home, curating her furnishings to perfectly suit herself and creating an atmosphere she loved.
She was a music lover and if you were close enough, you would hear her singing the latest tune. Annette was still involved in sports as an avid fan of the Saskatchewan Roughriders, Dallas Cowboys, Toronto Blue Jays, tennis, Team Canada hockey and Formula 1 racing. She enjoyed working with her hands, dabbling in painting, origami and diamond art. The competitiveness she learned from sports was always shown in her love of card games, backyard volleyball and badminton.
Something she carried through life was a true love of reading, a passion shared with both her father and daughter. She had a penchant for thrillers and historical fiction, in recent years her and Brittney would read many of the same books, whether the latest Canada Reads pick or racy fantasy that made her blush. A favourite book Annette held close to her heart was “All the Light We Cannot See” by Anthony Doerr.
The highlight of Annette’s life was becoming a mother, a job she excelled at. A gentle and involved parent, she gave her kids room to explore and create and discover where their passions lay. She was always front row cheering them on and expressing her pride in their accomplishments. A true reflection of herself, she raised her kids to be caring, trustworthy, empathetic, courageous and kind.
We are grateful our dear Netsie is at peace but are devastated imagining a future without her in it. We’ll think of her in the spring when the lilacs bloom and hear her in every Blue Rodeo and Bon Jovi song. We’ll see her in the colour purple and be reminded she’s with us as we take in each vivid sunset. We’ll miss her smile, laugh, quick wit and sense of humour. We’ll miss the vibrancy she carried into every room. Gone but never, ever forgotten.
Annette will be lovingly remembered by her children Jordan and Brittney (Peter) MacFarlane, parents Longene and Sally Karchewski, siblings Connie (Brad) Dewald, Janice (Bob) Boa, Carol (Russ) Stevenson, Paul (Angie) Karchewski, as well as nieces, nephews, numerous extended family and friends. She was also “grandma” to family pets Kido and Sandor, who meant a great deal to her.
A Private Celebration of Life will be organized by her family and held at a later date.
Regina Saskatchewan Canada
Heartfelt condolences from myself and my colleagues - we are so sorry for the loss of a wonderful woman too soon. Take care.
Okotoks Ab Canada
Our Condolences to the family. Dave Krug Okotoks AB
Regina Sask Canada
Thinking of you all at this very sad time! You are in our thoughts! Kirby & Cheryl 🌺
Regina Saskatchewan Canada
Jordan, Brittney, Connie, Brad and all of Annette's family - we are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Nettie was a big part of our lives when the kids were young. We went on many a hockey tournament, Pats games, house parties - a lot of fun was had with Nettie and her family. Always welcoming and very generous .. Nettie was the first to offer to bring anything to a party ... and always showed up with a case of beer ... We are thinking of you all at this very difficult time. Annette is gone way to soon and had so much more life to live ... we are thinking of you all.
Winnipeg Manitoba Canada
I was very saddened when I heard of Annette's passing. She was an incredibly kind and professional woman and treated others as she would like to have been treated.
Annette was a very knowledgeable member our our West Team at Canada Post and both the team and I miss her deeply. I remember when I first met Annette where we met up in Saskatoon, and both Annette and the Saskatoon team leaders were so excited to finally put a face to the name after so many years.
Annette will be missed but not forgotten. My deepest condolences goes out to her family and friends.
Richmond BC Canada
It is a disbelief news of Annette’s passing. We did not work in the same city, but I always came to her for any C&D issue help when my local colleague is away, Annette will be missed from our western team greatly both her pleasant spirit and her knowledge. My deepest condolences to her family. RIP Annette MacFarlane.
Calgary Alberta Canada
JoAnn and I got to meet Nettie many years ago when I helped coach Jordan’s Ranger hockey team. Nettie was so warm and welcoming to us both along with our daughter Brooke. We had an amazing time getting to know the family and although we moved away and no longer saw each other our mutual friends always shared what was new and exciting in everyone’s life. Nettie was a bright, cheerful and amazing mother/friend who I know will be missed by everyone who had a chance to come across her path. Our condolences to the entire family on her passing.
Regina saskatchewan Canada
May her Soul Rest in Peace. She was truly a great mentor and helped in every way possible. Extremely saddened to know of her passing.
Winnipeg Manitoba Canada
I’m so saddened to hear of Annette’s passing. I worked with her at Canada Post and even though she and I worked in different cities she was such a great friend. Even after I retired a few years ago we would reach out to each other. Her love for Bon Jovi was well known. My condolences to her entire family that she was so proud of.
Victoria British Columbia Canada
My deepest condolences to the family. I worked many years with Annette and she was very good at her job. I do remember her love for Bon Jovi as well. I have fond memories of Annette, always had fun in the office. Rest in peace🙏
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