Raelyn Kit Hanowski Obituary in Grande Prairie at Oliver's Funeral Home & Crematorium

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Raelyn Kit Hanowski

January 27, 1984 - August 12, 2019

Obituary For Raelyn Kit Hanowski

Raelyn Kit Hanowski, resident of Grande Prairie, AB, formerly of Weyburn, SK, passed away on Monday, August 12, 2019, in Grande Prairie, at the age of 35 years.

Raelyn was born January 27, 1984 in Weyburn, SK. She grew up in Yellow Grass, SK and attended school there until February 1995 (grade 4). The family then moved to Weyburn where she attended Haig Elementary, followed by Weyburn Jr. High, and then graduated from Weyburn Comprehensive High School in 2002.

As a high school student and following graduation, Raelyn worked various jobs in the food service industry, finally deciding to move to Grande Prairie in 2006 for better employment opportunities and to be closer to her brother, Ryan and her mother, Shirley. In Grande Prairie she was employed in the oil and gas service industry for several years with Tradesmen Enterprises and, in the final two years during her battle with cancer, with her brother’s company Brigade Oilfield Services.

Raelyn displayed a fierce, independent facade, but her family and friends knew her as an emotionally vulnerable, tender, and loving person who wore her heart on her sleeve. Her life was devoted to her son, Wyatt, encouraging and supporting him in a wide array of activities and interests.

Raelyn was most proud of the fact that she was one of the “pioneers” in female hockey in Weyburn. She was a member of the first organized Peewee female team and a member of the first Weyburn female hockey team to win a provincial championship in 2000.

Raelyn will be sadly missed by her son Wyatt Arthur Galarneau, mother Shirley Martel, father Ryan M. Hanowski, brother Ryan Z. Hanowski, special friend Christian Hayter (and family), lifelong friend and BFF Danielle (Murray) Johnston, as well as numerous cousins and many friends.

She was predeceased by her Grandpa and Grandma Hanowski, Grandpa and Grandma Martel, uncle Garry Hanowski, and cousin Cherry Martel.

For friends wishing to pay their final respects, a Memorial Gathering will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2019, from 2:00-4:00pm, at Oliver’s Funeral Home in Grande Prairie, AB (10005 107 Ave.). Immediately following, a Celebration of Life Party will be held at her brother’s acreage (1-713072 RRd 51, east of Grande Prairie).

A second similar event will be held on Saturday, August 31, 2019, from 2:00-4:00pm, at McKenna Hall in Weyburn, SK (317, 3^rd St. NE) immediately followed by a Celebration of Life Party at her father’s residence (523 10^th St. NE).

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Sorrentino’s Compassion House (10909 76 Ave., Edmonton, AB, T6G 0J6) or to a charity of one’s choice.

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June 24, 2021

Hemingson Charmaine and Terry

Condolences Ryan Kelly and family Thoughts and Prayers with you
June 24, 2021

Morrison Randy

I coached Raelyn on the WJH girlsâ?? basketball team when she was in Gr 7. She was a sweetheart of a girl & a great little athlete! My condolences to Raelynâ??s family & friends
June 24, 2021

MacNaughton Allan & Darlene

Ryan, we are sending you and your entire family, our sincerest condolences on the passing of your beautiful sister, Raelyn! There are no adequate words to describe the sorrow of losing someone so much loved and who loved her family and life so much. So very young; far too young to say her final goodbye to all of you and her beloved young son, who will be loved and well cared for while he cherishes, all the best memories of his loving mom, who succumbed to a terrible disease, by no choice of her own. May knowing others have you all in our thoughts, hearts and prayers bring some comfort as you go forth to make more beautiful memories with your nephew as you share stories and live the good life his mom planned for him. God Bless, as you grieve with your family and loved ones.
June 24, 2021

Erb Nancy

My heart goes out to you on the loss of Raelyn. I remember her as a child while in Yellow Grass and we had some good laughs together when she was in Weyburn. I am proud to have known her and cherish the memories we all have made together.
June 24, 2021

Styles Nancy

Dear Ryan, Glen and I are so sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter Raelyn. Please know that you are in our prayers. Respectfully, Nancy and Glen Styles
June 24, 2021

Hockley Linda

I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Raelyn. My heart breaks for you.She put up a good fight. She was a beautiful girl both inside and out. Linda Hockley
June 24, 2021

Kotash Penny

My condolences on the loss of Raelyn. I met her at the Cancer Clinic in GP. We were introduced because the drs. wanted her to get an IVAD to facilitate treatment. She sat with me while I received an infusion and we talked, cried and laughed for all of the two hours. I have thought of her often and I am so sad that she is gone too soon. I will never forget her. Hugs to you all. 🙏🏼
June 24, 2021

wig Trudy

We are so sorry for your loss Ryan. Thinking of you.

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