Elizabeth Ann Rotzien

Elizabeth Ann Rotzien passed away in her sleep on December 25, 2023. Elizabeth was born in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan on May 10, 1937 to Margaret (Roscoe) Carnegie and John Alexander Carnegie. After growing up in Prince Albert, she attended the University of Saskatchewan.  At the U of S, she earned her Bachelor of Education, played Huskie basketball, and met the love of her life, George Rotzien. They later married and moved to North Battleford where she taught at Battleford Junior High, farmed, and raised 3 children. Liz enjoyed spending time with her many friends curling, golfing, camping, playing bridge, and traveling. She was also an active member of Third Avenue United Church.

Elizabeth was predeceased by her parents Margaret and John A. Carnegie, husband George Rotzien, son-in-law Henry James, granddaughter Victoria Gregoire, and great-granddaughter Ellie Gregoire.  She is survived by her children Jacqueline (Glen) Gregoire (Saskatoon); Linda James (Saskatoon) and Douglas (Terri Lyne) Rotzien (Wainwright).  Grandchildren: Sean (Miranda) Gregoire (Saskatoon); Ashley (Matt) Quick; Jonathon Rotzien (Laurence Martin) (Edmonton); Alison Rotzien (Wainwright), Adam James (Karen Demmans) Saskatoon; and Marcus James (Jenelle Elder) Saskatoon.  Great-grandchildren: Olive Gregoire, Sullivan Gregoire, Jameson Gregoire, Stella Quick, and Austin Quick. She is also survived by her sister Jacqueline Carnegie. 

The Celebration of Elizabeth’s Life will occur at 11:00 am on January 8, 2024, at Third Avenue United Church, 1301 - 102 Street,  Battleford, Saskatchewan. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Third Avenue United Church, or to a charity of your choice. 

Martens Warman Funeral Home is honoured to be entrusted with the care and arrangements of Elizabeth Rotzien.