A Heck of a milestone

By Joan Janzen

Kindersley resident Frieda Heck officially became a centenarian on Friday, June 12, when she celebrated her 100th birthday.

A come-and-go tea was held in her honour the following day from 2 to 4 p.m. at Dawnview Apartments, where she resides.

Frieda’s children Darryl and his wife Linda, Kieth and his wife Marlene, and Colleen and her husband Mark attended the celebration, as well as six of her 13 grandchildren and three of her 11 great-grandchildren.

She was born Frieda Ruff on June 12, 1926, at Burstall, Sask., where she grew up on a mixed farm. She is the only surviving sibling of her four brothers and three sisters.

She married Nick Heck on Nov. 5, 1947. They farmed near Glidden and were married for 51 years until Nick’s passing in 1998.

Her daughter Colleen said her mom was an inspiration and guiding force throughout the lives of her and her siblings. In spite of her many challenges and the loss of two of her children, Ron and Paulette, Frieda continues to live on with love in her heart and optimism in what each day will bring.

“Today is a milestone for our family as my mom turns 100 years old!” Colleen posted on June 12.

We wish you a happy birthday, Frieda, from all your friends in Kindersley and surrounding area.