Mary M. Mickel (Nee Fleck) August 5, 1915 - July 29, 2011 It is with extreme sadness that the family of Mary Mickel announces her passing on Friday, July 29, 2011. Mary passed away peacefully after a brief illness, one week short of her 96th birthday, with her family by her side. She was predeceased by her parents Mathius and Anna Fleck; her husband Peter Mickel; brothers Joe and Chris Fleck; sisters Payline wanner and Tillie Heidinger; as well as son-in-law Ken Falconer. Mary is survived by her two daughters Lorraine (Art) Veroba and Marlene (Ken) Falconer; four grand children David Veroba (Elizabeth Ward), Stephan Veroba (Darlene Freeman),Jennifer Leib (brennan), and James Falconer; five great grandchildren Erica Veroba, Colin Veroba, Chelsea Veroba, Miranda Veroba and Carter Leib; special friends Marilyn and Harold Schandor; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mary was born in Lampman, SK on August 5, 1915. She married Peter Mickel in 1940. They resided in Lampman before moving to Weyburn in 1960. In 1980 they moved to Regina to be closer to their children. Mary was a very classy lady, who was beautiful inside and out. She had a gentle, kind and loving spirit. Mary had a real strength about her that was admired by many. She loved her family immensely and took great pride in them. Mary was a homemaker, but had many self taught talents which included playing the piano, organ and accordion as well as drawing, gardening, cooking, sewing, crocheting and knitting. Mary curled and played baseball as a young woman. She also played the organ at the church, and was on the CWL executive in Lampman for many years. Mary continued to dance and entertain others with her music at the senior centers well into her senior years. Mary loved to travel and always enjoyed new adventures. Mary took pride in the fact that she never looked her age. Her famous phrase was "How old do you think I am" She was certainly able to fool many. She was able to drive, dance and be totally independent well into her 90's. Mary enjoyed several years living at her Marian Gardens condo and her final year at the Marian Chateau. Mary's love for her family, strong values, her faith in God and her special talents made her a remarkable lady. We will miss her dearly. Thank you The family would like to thank relatives and friends for their love and support during this difficult time. A special thank you to Dr. Kontsiotis for being so caring and compassionate towards Mary over the years. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ A visitation was held for all family and friends at Regina Funeral home, Hwy #1 East, Regina, SK on Tuesday. August 2, 2011 at 10;30 a.m. with Father Ken Koep celebrant. Family and friends are invited to sign the online obituary and tributes page at Arrangements entrusted to Regina Funeral Home (306) 789-8850.
