In Loving Memory of

Connie Rustad

Connie Jean Rustad was born in Rose Valley, Saskatchewan, to Paul Kanak and Mary Kanak on June 21, 1966. She attended school in Langley, British Columbia, Wadena, and Rose Valley, Saskatchewan. After graduating from Rose Valley High School in 1984, she pursued her passion for dental care, earning a Dental Hygiene Diploma from George Brown College in 1989. Connie enjoyed a successful 32-year career as a Registered Dental Hygienist, building many lasting friendships with patients and colleagues alike.

Music was Connie’s true passion. A talented musician, she enjoyed composing and performing with her guitar, piano, and voice. She proudly produced several CDs, sharing her music with all who would listen. Connie was an active member of church choirs, women’s prayer groups, outreach initiatives, and various clubs throughout her life. She found joy in rollerblading, gardening, volunteering, swimming, and spending time with her family and friends.

Connie grew up with her two sisters, Debby Marissen and Lisa Kanak, in Langley, British Columbia, and Fosston, Saskatchewan.

In 1984, she met the love of her life, Roy Rustad, and they married in 1986 at Green Water Lake Provincial Park, Saskatchewan. Shortly after their wedding, Roy and Connie moved to Ontario, where they became cherished members of the Richmond Hill community. Together, they raised their five children: Katherine, Ryan, Sarah, John, and Abigail.

Connie is survived by her loving husband, Roy Rustad, of Rose Valley, SK; her parents, Mary Kanak and Paul Kanak (married to Beatrice Kanak); her sisters, Debby Marissen and Lisa Kanak; her children and their spouses: Katherine Rustad (Cory Zentner), Ryan Rustad (Vanessa Tham), Sarah Rustad (Sherif Shaker), John Rustad (Julia Rustad), and Abigail Rustad (Stephen Gloade). She was also a proud grandmother to Bentley and Addison Zentner (children of Cory and Kat) and a future grandmother to one on the way (child of Sarah and Sherif). Connie was a beloved sister-in-law and aunt to many, always cherishing her extended family.

On Tuesday, July 23, 2024, Connie was unexpectedly taken from us. While assisting with re-shingling the roof, she lost her footing and passed away suddenly from a head injury. Her spirit, warmth, and love will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Memorial donations may be made in memory of Connie to Fishing Lake Bible Camp. P.O Box 835, Wynyard, SK S0A 4T0. This camp has been dear to the family for years, with Connie's children attending and Connie herself volunteering there.

 

Memorial Service

11:00 a.m.

Monday, July 29, 2024

Elim Evangelical Free Church

Fosston, SK

 

Those wishing to join the service virtually please follow the link 

Below is the link to view the live stream. You have to register before gaining access to the waiting room. Registering can be done at any time but we recommend doing it in advance in case of any problems. If you do not have an email or mobile phone number when registering you will need to call 1-877-895-2739. The support staff at Forget Me Not Ceremonies will provide you with a code to gain access to it.

Connie Rustad Memorial Service Livestream (CLICK HERE)

 

Those wishing to send cards
of caring & sympathy may send them to

The Family of Connie Rustad

P.O. Box 126

Rose Valley, SK

S0E 1M0

 

Donations in memory of Connie may be made to

Fishing Lake Bible Camp

P.O. Box 835

Wynyard, SK

S0A 4T0