Vernon Edward Pohl

Vernon Edward Pohl passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026 at the age of 81, in Kelowna, British Columbia, where he had relocated for a short time to receive cancer care.

He was predeceased his parents, Max and Regena (Warnecke); his brothers, Ervin, Harold and Hilarion; sisters: MaryAnn (Josip) Bajic, Dorothy (Ed) Tremmel, Margaret (Henri) Latour, Phyllis (Phillip) Rumancik and Helen (Gil) Wallewein; Fay’s children, Trenton Johnson and Jackie Hudson.

Vernon is survived by his children: Devon Pohl and his children, Maxime and Nolan of Geneva, Switzerland; MaryAnn Deacon (Richard) and their children, Reston and Parker of Kelowna BC; Denyne Foss (Greg) and their children, Adam, Lorelai, and Rory of Canmore Alberta; Loren Pohl of Sidney, BC; Raeleen Kelly (Benni) and their children, Ayla, Nivelle, Ezekiel, and Sylas of Noosa, Australia. Vernon is also survived by his partner, Fay Johnson of Weyburn, SK and her children: Laurie (Dale) LaBatte of Weyburn, SK and their children, Brendon (Amanda) Labatte of Radville, SK and their children Asha, Bayne, Everley; Sterling Labatte of Weyburn, SK; Lindsey Labatte (Lee) of Weyburn, SK and their children Brogan, Burke, Brinley, Layne, Nate and Nash; Jackie’s children, Chanel (Ryan) Moneos of Regina, SK and their child, Palmer; Brandt Hudson of Calgary, AB; special friend, John Robson. Also mourning his passing are his many in-laws, nieces, nephews, friends and neighbours.

Vernon lived a full filled life and spent his days farming and building, leaving behind work that reflected his care and skill. A gentle and devoted man, he offered a calm and steady presence to those who knew him and always gave his time freely to siblings, neighbours, and friends, always willing to help.

His legacy lives on in the land he worked, the things he built, and all those who were touched by his life. He lived quietly, loved deeply, and gave what he could in the way he knew how.  His children remained close to his heart even when abroad, and through his hard work,  he gave generously so they could carry forward his legacy of effort, care and love. 

Vernon had over 35 happy years with Fay and many family memories with her children and grandchildren in Weyburn, Saskatchewan and this is his lifelong home and is where he will be laid to rest. 

He will be deeply missed by everyone close to him.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, charitable donations in Vernon’s name may be made to a charity of your choice.

 Expressions of sympathy to the family, may be sent to our website at www.rdfuneralchapel.com.

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