John Charles Roberts
January 25, 1937 – June 3, 2025
John Charles Roberts, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on June 3rd, 2025, at the age of 88, after a life filled with faith, joy, purpose, and love. He was surrounded by his family and walked with the Lord until his final breath.
John is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Marlene, who stood by his side and cared for him throughout their life together. He was a proud and caring dad to his three children: Cameron (Heather) Roberts, Darin (Gillian) Roberts, and Janna (Vance) Boymook. He also cherished his grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Katelynn (Joel), David and Olivia Foth; Nicole (Geoff), Carolyn, Jonathan, Natasha and Henry Foth; Rhian (Carson), Hudson and Watson Bogdan; Ashlin Roberts and Alexander Roberts; Michael (Tybie), Madelyn and baby (due in September) Boymook; and Haley (Carter) Olson.
Each of his children and their spouses carry forward John’s legacy through their own children and grandchildren. He was deeply loved by his family, all of whom will forever hold his memory in their hearts.
John is survived by his sisters-in-law Myrna Roberts, Doris Dosch, Deloris Hicks and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was predeceased by his parents, Charles and Annie Roberts; his brother, David Roberts; his brothers-in-law, Paul Dosch and Doug Hicks; and his great-granddaughter, Luella Boymook.
John was born on January 25, 1937 at the family homestead farm near Fielding, Saskatchewan to Charles and Annie where he remained until completing high school and moving to Saskatoon to attend teachers’ college.
He taught at Grey School, north of Maymont, Saskatchewan, a small rural single-teacher school, for a year before it closed in 1957. After deciding that teaching was not for him, he moved to Saskatoon to pursue a career in the medical field as an x-ray technician, on the advice of a cousin. After his training was completed, he obtained a job at St. Paul’s Hospital where he worked until he retired as the Head of Diagnostic Imaging in 1991.
John met Marlene at a mixed curling bonspiel in 1961 where their relationship began and progressed to marriage on May 19, 1962. Their family grew with the birth of Cameron in 1963, Darin in 1965 and Janna in 1969.
John had a desire to work with his hands, which resulted in him becoming an avid hobby builder, electrician, and all-around handyman. A cabin at Meeting Lake, Saskatchewan was designed and erected by him in the mid-1970s where countless family and friend memories were made. At their home in Saskatoon, the existing car port was transformed into a family room and a new garage in the back yard was constructed. In a joint-effort project with other family members, the current home of Janna and Vance was built. In later years, multiple small renovations were completed at their retirement cabin at Manitou Beach, Saskatchewan. This love for building and handywork dovetailed well with his passion for service to others where he was always eager to help family and friends.
Hunting and fishing with his two sons were something that he held dear. Also, his life-long love of curling enabled participation with friends and family in church leagues and multiple Friars’ Briars. Being a farm boy at heart, he took every opportunity to be on a farm and helped during seeding and harvest.
Throughout their lives together, John and Marlene enjoyed dancing, including square dancing and old-time dancing at Danceland. They also made many travels together to Florida, Arizona, Mexico, and other overseas destinations.
John was a devoted life-long servant of his Lord. He humbly served as usher, choir member, sound technician, board member and treasurer at the church his family attended.
The Roberts family extends their deepest gratitude for the support and condolences received during this difficult time. A heart-felt thanks also goes to the staff at Circle Drive Special Care Home for creating a loving atmosphere throughout his stay.
In lieu of flowers, donations in John’s memory may be made to Circle Drive Special Care Home or Beautiful Feet Ministry via CanadaHelps.org.
A celebration of life will take place at a later date.
Arrangements entrusted to Dalmeny Funeral Home 306-254-2022.
9 Responses
To Marlene: Janice and I send our heartfelt condolences to you and family on the passing of John. I will always remember with fondness the days I worked at St. Paul’s Hospital with John as my manager. May he rest in peace. 💜💜
Our condolences on the passing of John Roberts. We fondly remember many good times that we shared. There were family times, curling bonspiels, fishing and cabin stays as well as shared grandchildren that drew us together. John’s faith and devotion to God was evidenced in his daily life. He viewed life with a positive attitude and was a joy to interact with. We counted it a privilege to be among his friends. We will miss him, knowing that he is in a better place.
Marlene, Darin ,Cam and Janna
So sorry to hear the loss of John. We have many memories with the family when dad pastored at church in Saskatoon. Times spent at the lake at the cabin are also good memories.
John and Marlene also visited us in Kelowna and we cherished those visits.
Remember the good times and cherish the memories as you all will reunite in heaven, its good bye for now but will see one another again.
To Marlene and Family:
We are sorry for your loss and send our condolences. We enjoyed our small group with John & Marlene’s input.
I remember John fondly. He was a wonderful many and great addition to our community Manitou Beach . I miss our visits.
Marlene and family.
Please accept my sincere condolences. I knew John throughout my SPH career; he was a ver y kind and personable person; I know he will be missed.
Many memories from working with John at St.Paul’s hospital and curling in our annual x-ray bonspiel. Condolences to Marlene and family from Brenda and I.
Marlene, I am sorry! This is hard! May you be at peace as John is!
Dear Marlene & Family:
My 1st job as an XRay tech. was at St. Paul’s thanks to John. He was always a very kind & gentle soul…& I loved when he laughed as his eyes twinkled & his face lit up with that lovely smile of his. John will always be remembered extremely fondly by myself & no doubt by all who were blessed to know him.
Vaya con Dios John!
Karen Kirkbride (nee Davis)