On February 5, 2026, Tessa Lynn Sakowsky of Derwent, Alberta passed away at the age of 44 years. She is survived by her loving sons, Chayse and Linkoln Pankiw; the father of her children, Jay Pankiw; parents, Annette & Ken Sakowsky; brother, Kyle (Brandi) Sakowsky; sister, Krisean (Aaron) Aarbo; biological siblings, Raymond Davis, Kaylie Steinley & Teagan Davis; mother- and father-in-law, David & Bernadette Pankiw; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces & nephews. Tessa was predeceased by her sister in infancy, Cori; grandparents, Horace & Emma Osinchuk; Baba and Gido, Anne & John Sakowsky; uncle, Joe Sakowsky; aunts, Marilyn Sakowsky & Olga (John) Tulodziecki. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, February 17 at 11:00 a.m. at Elk Point Seniors Centre (Pioneer Circle) led by Michael, Trish & Jayde. Interment will be in St. George’s Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery, Derwent. If desired, donations may be made to SPCA or a local animal shelter ℅ 5626 - 51 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A1. To send condolences online, please visit www.gracegardensfuneralchapel.com
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