November 2, 1940 – October 31, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of George Alfred Frerichs, who passed away peacefully on October 31, 2026, at the age of 85 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
George was born in Rosetown, Saskatchewan, and grew up on a farm just north of town. After high school, he earned his journeyman carpentry certificate. In 1967, he married Joyce McIsaac. George worked as a carpenter in Rosetown until 1971, when he and Joyce moved to Saskatoon and he became an inspector for the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. In 1974, he returned to Rosetown to take over the family farm. He retired from farming in 1996 and moved into town in 2000.
A community-minded volunteer, George put his carpentry skills to good use around town, helping with many projects, including the curling rink, St. Theresa’s Parish and the Civic Centre. He also served on the Rosetown Housing Authority Board and was a member of the Kinsmen and Knights of Columbus.
George had a lifelong love of sports and music. He spent many years curling and was an active member of the Rosetown Curling Club. He was also a devoted Saskatchewan Roughriders and Edmonton Oilers fan and enjoyed cheering on his teams. A musician who played by ear, George played the guitar, piano and accordion, mostly for his own enjoyment and at family gatherings. Music brought him great joy and was something he loved to share with those around him.
Above all, family was especially important to George. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 59 years, Joyce; his children, David Frerichs (Roberta) of Lloydminster, Darwin Frerichs (Cari-Lyn) of Saskatoon and Melissa Malcolm (Jamie) of Calgary; his grandchildren, Ethan Frerichs, Conner Frerichs, April Malcolm, Kiera Frerichs and Pierce Malcolm; and his siblings, Earl Frerichs (Sandra) of Nakusp, Charles Frerichs (Lynn) of Vernon and Diane Arbuckle (Murray) of Olds.
He was predeceased by his parents, Marie Frerichs (née Paquette) and Alvin Frerichs.
George lived a life centred on family, faith and community. He found joy in the simple things: time with family, music, farming, cheering on his favourite teams and lending a hand when it was needed. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew him.
A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Theresa’s Parish in Rosetown at 11 a.m. on November 10, 2026. All are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Theresa’s Parish. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Shanidar Funeral Services.