Lana Ansdell
August 30, 1958 – October 17, 2023
Lana Lynn Ansdell (nee Langager) was born August 30, 1958 in Central Butte, SK. She was predeceased at birth by her twin brother, Dwight and passed peacefully in her sleep at home October 17, 2023. She died 25 years to the day as her beloved Pa-Dad.
Lana was known for her laugh, her singing voice, her artistic talent, and once upon a time, for being the absolute life of the party. She also cooked and baked like no other and in later years when she baked she'd often take it to the infamous 'Yard' and give away her baking to staff and friends there. She was always generous and kind.
She is survived by her husband, Kevin, and their four fur "babies": Keo, Owen, Jack, and Tori. To know Lana was to know she loved cats. She loved all animals, but cats held a special place in her heart. She routinely sent gifts to her kids' pets and nothing thrilled her more than seeing a picture or hearing a story of their antics or sharing stories of her own cats' activities.
She is also survived by her children: Angela (Ryan), Tallan (Laura Lee), and Dustin (Sarah) and her grandchildren: Steven, Justine, Reese, and Rhett. And because she'd want them mentioned, her furry grand and great-grandkids: Chuy, Luna, Shelby, Finnegan, Vasco, Mustard, Taco, Shadow, Mowgli, and Thumper!
Lana left to her kids the following things: the love of music, the love of animals, the love of laughter, and the very special privilege of having been her children.
She was predeceased by both parents Mel (October 17, 1998) and Audrey (November 19, 2022) her brothers: Doug (April 2003), Ken (October 1996), and Steve (September 2011), and her daughter Amy (August 1979).
Lana was open about her struggle with anxiety. She battled it and depression for most of her life. There were times she won that battle as evidenced by the joy in her laughter and the joy she brought to others. However, during and after the pandemic, the battle became bigger than she was but she didn't quit. She was trying really hard to treat it with medication and other supports. She wanted to be better and our hope is she has found peace at last.
So if you want to remember her, please do so on a warm sunny day with a glass of white wine and maybe a kitten on your lap. Or listen to your favourite song and whether you can sing or not, belt it out at the top of your lungs - even better if you do this with friends, as all three of her kids learned to appreciate a good sing-a-long at an early age. Be creative - paint, draw, or colour something. Be kind and please, laugh - even when it hurts.
It might have appeared to go unnoticed
But I've got it all here in my heart
I want you to know I know the truth, of course I know it
I would be nothing without you
(The Wind Beneath my Wings by Bette Midler)
A Private Graveside Service will be held at Skudesnes Lutheran Cemetery, Loreburn SK. A Celebration of Life will be held November 5, 2023 at The Yard & Flagon Pub, 718 Broadway Avenue, Saskatoon, SK. from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. This will be an informal 'Come and Go' for sharing memories, laughter, and comfort in each other's company.
Donations may be made in Lana's memory to: the SPCA, SCAT Street Cat Rescue, and/or a mental health agency/support of your choosing. To share memories and condolences, visit outlookfuneralchapel.com Arrangements entrusted to Outlook Funeral Chapel 306.867.8255
