WIEST, Robert George

Robert George Wiest, August 6, 1941 April 9, 2021, 79 years old. Robert was born in Regina along with his twin brother Richard to parents George and Frances (Holzer) Wiest. He attended Sacred Heart elementary and Scott Collegiate. At age 16, in 1958 he began work at Commercial Printers as a stock boy. After 2 years he began his career in the Electrical trade and became a well respected Journeyman with Wascana Electric. He was joined in the trade by his brother Cliff in a partnership until 1992 and continued in the trade until 2019 when a severe stroke occurred. Robert enjoyed hunting with his father and brother-in-law Tom Oleson. His other passions included pool, Ham radio, gardening, limos, trips to the states and most of all his Christmas parties with the families. Robert was predeceased by his parents George and Frances Wiest; in-laws Edward and Agnes (Lekivetz) Buchholtz, Bob Buchholtz, and his wife Betty Ann Wiest (Buchholtz). He is survived by his brother Richard and Sandra (Isaac) Wiest and their children Michelle, Diana, Stephanie, and Jonathan; his brother Cliff and Carol (Trapp) Wiest and their children Craig and Cara; his sister Sandra and Tom Oleson and their children Michael and Heather; 11 grandchildren and Roberts' best friend Shelly. Special thanks to his very supportive neighbors, Wascana Rehabilitation Staff, and the Balcarres Long Term Care Facility Staff who all provided excellent care, Thank You. A quote from Tom Oleson," Robert was his own man, we were blessed to have known him", unselfish, caring and a heart of gold. We will miss Him. Thanks to Rev. Father Basil Chomos for the Graveside Ceremony. You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence at the family's online obituary at: www.myalternatives.ca