We are sad to announce the sudden passing of James Voiken on January 27, 2021 at the age of 63.
James passed away at the Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon, SK. Jim is survived by his two step sisters Eloise (John) Turnbull of Regina and Rae (Art) Eden of Edmonton; two step brothers Wes (Merly) Real of Lethbridge and Garry (Letha) Real of Edmonton and their families. He was predeceased by his parents Esther and Joseph Voiken; his step mother Alice Voiken and step nephew Ian Turnbull. Jim was born in Saskatoon and attended Buena Vista Public School and Nutana Collegiate. Since 1976, he worked on a survey crew for a local engineering company. It was his wish that a formal funeral not take place. A private Graveside Service will take place at a later date at Woodlawn Cemetery in Saskatoon. Messages of condolence may be left to the family at acadiamckaguesfuneralcentre.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society (cancer.ca) Arrangements in care of Mandi Wersch – Acadia-McKague’s Funeral Centre.