Obituary of Evelyn Walker

Grace Evelyn Walker
July 7, 1934 – February 15, 2026

It is with sadness, but gentle relief, that we announce the passing of Grace Evelyn Walker on February 15, 2026.

Evelyn is survived and lovingly remembered by her son Kevin, grandson Alan, great-grandchildren Boston and Hudson, granddaughter Sandra (Tanner), and great-grandchildren Kara and Tyson.

She was predeceased by her husband Bill, her daughter-in-law Patricia, and her daughter Beverly.

Evelyn was born in Kerrobert, Saskatchewan, in 1934 to Ole and Louise Dahl. She spent her early childhood in Major, Saskatchewan, with her three brothers, Philip, Leonard, and Lloyd. The Dahl family moved to Veteran in 1946, where Evelyn continued her education, beginning Grade 7 at Veteran School. She was always well-known for her beautiful penmanship. She later worked as a switchboard operator in Veteran, Alberta.

When she met Bill, who worked for her dad at the CPR, she quickly realized she had feelings for him, and they began dating. They were engaged on April 29, 1952, and married exactly one year later on April 29, 1953. Together they farmed, raised cattle, and grew a beautiful family over the next 51 years. They welcomed two children, Beverly (July 1954) and Kevin (April 1957), to complete their family.

Evelyn worked hard tending the garden and took great pride in the preparation and preservation of the fruits (and vegetables) of her labour. Evelyn and Bill’s home was often a place to gather; cards were always at the ready, and a hot meal was always on the stove. Friends and family were always welcome, and many wonderful memories were made there over the years.

Evelyn found great joy in becoming a grandmother to Alan and Sandra, and later a great-grandmother to Boston, Hudson, Kara, and Tyson. She passed along her love of games to her family, who always knew that dominoes, a crib board, or cards would be waiting for them when they visited.

Evelyn and Bill enjoyed 20 winters in Mexico, where they made lifelong friends. Her love of warm weather—and her dislike of footwear (other than thongs)—made those winters a favourite season of their lives. They also had the adventure of travelling to New Zealand and Australia. Evelyn took quite a few bus trips and thoroughly enjoyed her casino visits! She loved a good joke and was a wonderful storyteller; her little smirk and chuckle were shared with many friends over the years.

After Bill’s passing in 2004, Evelyn continued to live on and care for the farm until she moved into Coronation in 2010. She enjoyed being close enough to walk to pick up the mail and groceries, and being in an easy spot for visitors to stop in. In 2024, just after her 90th birthday, Evelyn moved into the Consort Senior Citizens Lodge, where she quickly made new friends and enjoyed her weekly bingo games. Needing additional care, she spent the past four months in Consort and then at Castor Long Term Care, where she welcomed visits and card games with friends and family.

Our family would like to extend sincere appreciation to the staff at Our Lady of the Rosary Hospital Long Term Care in Castor, the staff at the Consort Hospital and Care Centre, and the staff at the Consort Senior Citizens Lodge. Over the past year and a half, the care and concern shown were greatly appreciated.

Evelyn will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her warmth, humour, and generous spirit will be remembered always. As per her request, no formal service will be held. In her memory, those who wish may make a donation to a charity or cause that was meaningful to them.