Obituaries of residents & former residents of Esk
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BLOCK - Samuel Oscar passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 21, 2006 at the age of 101 years. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, March 25, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Bay Park Baptist Church (1419-33rd Street W., Saskatoon SK) with Rev. Walter Foth officiating. Interment to follow at 3:00 p.m. at Esk Cemetery, Esk, SK. Samuel is survived by two daughters, Ruth (Werner) Torwalt of Humboldt SK, Dorothy Kaye of Calgary AB; two sons, Dr. Erwin (Marjorie) Block of Grande Prairie, AB, William (Eileen) Block of Jansen SK; one daughter-in-law, Joan Block of Saskatoon SK; nine grandchildren, five great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Samuel was predeceased by his wife, Wolhelmina (1977) and one son, Arthur (1993). Samuel was born September 10, 1904 in Rovne Lubomirka Wolynia, Poland and married Wolhelmina Winslow December 18, 1926. They immigrated to Canada in 1928 where they took up farming until 1973. From 2000 until his passing, Sam lived in Central Haven Nursing Home in Saskatoon. The family expresses a special thanks to the staff and special care workers at Central Haven and to Pastor Walter Foth for his countless visits and reassurance.
DAUM - Mildred Elizabeth. December 11, 1926 - December 10, 2008. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Mother, Grandmother and Friend Mildred Elizabeth Daum. Mom passed on quickly and peacefully Wednesday December 10 2008. Milly was pre-deceased by her loving husband, Henry Jacob Daum in 1997. She is survived by her children, Robert (Debra) Boylan, Kate Boylan, Sheila (Earl Tehse) Daum, Kathleen Diederich; stepdaughter, Jean Boylan; and by her grandchildren, Donovan Aikman, Tabatha Aikman, Haley Diederich, Paige Diederich, Darren and Ryan Beauchamp; by her remaining siblings, Ruth Steele and Doris Munroe, Linda Collison and Jack Schearer; and countless in-laws, nieces, nephews and adopted kids. Mom's life was full and well lived. She was born at home in Esk, SK, in the winter of 1926. Her many adventures and tales are far too numerous to chronicle here. She worked hard all of her life, and never let anything slow her down. Though she had many joyful times her life was plagued by tragedy. When she became paralyzed in 1965 any other person would have given up. But she was not just anyone. This was Milly. She powered through every obstacle and there were many, gaining in strength as she went and taking with her lessons to teach others. She raised her kids and many family pets from that chair. There wasn't anything she couldn't do or try to do. Moms greatest joy was her family and of course her flowers. Her warm hand and wise words touched a lot of people, and was always referred to as remarkable by those who knew her. Her light was always on and her door was always open. Her life, though difficult and tragic was lived fully and without regret. Mom was almost always optimistic and often said that for every door that closed God would open a window. Her spirit was often bruised but never broken. That kind of strength is often found only in works of fiction or in tales of great heroes. To her family, that is exactly what she was. Mother, Friend, Mentor, Confidant, Hero. Though in this life she couldn't walk, she stood among giants. The family would like to thank the staff at Progressive Care Unit at City Hospital for their caring; Dr. Brian Martens for being a good friend as well as her doctor and for all of those whose kindness and love have brought us peace during this time. A Service of Remembrance will be held on Monday, December 15, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. at the chapel of the Saskatoon Funeral Home. Cremation with interment to follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.
EICHORST - Lydia Susanna (nee Teske). The peaceful death of Mrs. Lydia Eichorst, 98 years, of St. Mary's Villa occurred at her residence on Wednesday March 15, 2006. Lydia was born on October 27, 1907 at Esk, SK to Gustav and Juliana (nee Wildeman) Teske. She attended Hiawatha and Deer Plain schools, but after grade 2 or 3 she had to stay at home and help with the farming chores, such as milking of cows and helping to take care of her 9 brothers and sisters. A very determined woman, she was able to learn how to read and write on her own. Lydia had a love for music so she was able to take some lessons and learn to play the organ and piano. She loved to sing and would be found singing in the church choir. On February 10, 1926 Lydia married Theodore Eichorst of Rush Lake. They were blessed with 6 children. Due to a devastating accident in 1946 Theodore was killed. As a young widow with six children, the independent woman that Lydia was, allowed her to continue running the mixed farm. Her gardens were exceptionally large and she could grow anything, it was noted that everything she touched grew, she indeed had a green thumb. She could grow the nicest celery around, and the biggest potato patch, as she would comment, if you have potatoes you won't go hungry. Lydia would always share her produce with her family. Even though she worked very hard, she made time to sing and enjoy music with her children. Carding wool and then making wool blankets kept them very warm. In 1956 she moved to LeRoy, but continued to farm and work as a caretaker at the LeRoy school for 17 years a job she truly enjoyed, and treasured her plaque that was given to her upon her retirement. Making that transition from farm to town was not easy; she continued to raise chickens in her yard in town. Farming was truly Lydia's love, right up to her later years she would get assistance with the picking of stones, seeding and harvest but all the maintenance and other workings of the farm were done by her. In 1978 at the age of 71, Lydia finally gave up the role as an active farmer and retired to LeRoy and was kept busy with sewing and crocheting. To prove how determined and independent she was she would not accept her old age security check until she was 79 years old, she wanted to stay young, and she did remain young at heart until the age of 82 when due to failing health, Lydia had to take up residence at St. Mary's Villa where she resided for the past 16 years. Lydia will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her 5 children, 11 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren: ESTHER Klatt of Lanigan and her family, Darlene (Edward) Smith and family, Karen (Sheldon) Siewert and family Jordan and Abby all of Lanigan, and Paul Smith of Saskatoon, Harvey (Kathy) Klatt of Lanigan and family Amber Klatt of Vancouver, Alia (John) Springer of Saskatoon and Bree (Ryan) Williamson of Kansas; DOROTHY (Len Yakemchuk) Brenner of Saskatoon and family, Dianne (Tim) Fayant of Saskatoon, Joan (Wayne) Cameron of Saskatoon and family, Nancy (Darren) Skinner, and son, Justin of Spruce Grove, Greg (Tressa) Cameron and family, McKenna and Dexter of Battleford, (Kenneth's children) Mark Brenner of Saskatoon and Ryan Brenner of Lanigan;(WILFRED'S Children) Lynda (Dennis) Down of Martensville and family, Jody (Brent) McElwee, Andrea Down, Sandra Down and Scott Down all of Saskatoon, Theodore (Kathy) Eichorst and family, Jeffery Eichorst, Jason Eichorst and James Eichorst all of Alberta; ELMER (Audrey) Eichorst of Saskatoon, and family Cherie, Jackie (Mark) and Dusty (Natasha) and son Kohl, all of B.C. ; SHIRLEY (Phillip) Turner of Edmonton; and MARGARET(William ) Richels of LeRoy, and family, Chad (Sara) Richels and family, Riley and Chantel, Dean (Alicia) Richels and son Wyatt of LeRoy; two sister-in-laws, Eileen Teske of Edmonton and Olga Teske of Saskatoon. Lydia was predeceased by her parents, Gustav and Juliana Teske; husband, Theodore Eichorst; son, Wilfred Eichorst; three grandsons, William and Terry Richels and Kenneth Brenner; one great grandson, Shawn Fayant; five brothers and four sisters, Gustav, Albert, Arthur, George and Daniel Teske, Elsie (in infancy), Martha Nerenburg, Adelma Chatefield, Anne Klatt; one daughter-in-law, Barbara Eichorst; and two sons-in-law, Robert Brenner and Werner Klatt. A Funeral Service is offered on Monday, March 20, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. from Malinoski & Danyluik Funeral Home, Humboldt. Officiated by, Pastor Scott Brown. Music ministry is provided by Walter and Adeline Block. Cremation will follow. Interment will take place at a later date, at the Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Lanigan.
FREDERICKS - Arthur Fredricks, Sr., 87, of Coloma, died Thursday December 15, 2005 at home following a long illness. A funeral service celebrating his life was held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, December 20 at St. Peters Church in St. Joseph with the Rev. Dr. Randy Doyle officiating. Burial followed at North Shore Memory Gardens in Hagar Shores. Friend were invited to visit with the family from 5 to 8 p,m, on Monday at Legacy Family Funeral Services, Matthew R. Purchase Chapel, Berrien Springs; and again one hour prior to the service at the church. Memorials in his memory may be made to the church or to Special Olympics Area 17. Those wishing to sign the guest book may do so at www.legacyfuneral.com. Arthur was born on January 24, 1918, in Esk. Saskatchewan, Canada, to August and Anne (nee Prillwitz) Fredrick. The family immigrated from Canada to the United States in 1922. On November 20, 1937 he married Elsie L. Radke, who survives. The couple has enjoyed more than 68 years of marriage together. In addition to maintaining a family farm, Arthur also worked as a foundryman for National Motors in South Haven before retiring in 1975. He also raised and sold Christmas Trees. In addition to his wife, Elsie, survivors include five sons – Donald (Margaret) Fredricks of Carleton, Michigan, Larry (Mary Jane) Fredricks of Dowagiac, Robert Fredricks of Benton Harbor, Dale Fredricks of Coloma and Walter (Nancy) Fredricks of Benton Harbor; three daughter – Connie (Dale) Hawks of Clarkson, Michigan, Richey Losevs of Coloma and Julie Ticknor of Dublin, Texas; 18 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Arthur was preceded in death by two sons, Richard Fredricks and Arthur Fredricks, Jr; his beloved son-in-law, Jevgenijs (Gene) Losevs; four brothers, Paul, Gustav, Edmund and Daniel Fredricks; and a sister, Tilli Mercer.
KLEIN - Vern. It is with great sadness we announce the death of Vern Klein on May 7th, 2009, with his family at his side at St. Paul's Palliative Care Unit. Vern was born in Esk, SK on the farm November 21, 1940. Vern was predeceased by his parents, Olga (Wenzel) & John Klein, nephew, Bruce Klein, brothers-in-law: Jim Jones, Bob Alm & Brian Pollon. Vern is mourned by his wife, Merle of 49 years, daughter Roxanne (Clarence) Rempel, granddaughter Bailey Rempel of Saskatoon, daughter Richelle (Ross) Donahue grandsons Cody & Chad Donahue Prince George, BC. Brother Gerald (Lorna) Klein Kelowna, BC, sisters-in-law Elva Jones, Betty Alm, Phyl Pollon, Marg (Herm) Bassin, Bev (Ross) Huckle, many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins & many dear friends. Vern moved to Raymore in 1958 where he met Merle & were married in 1960. He worked & lived in Cupar, Holdfast, Gravelbourg, Kindersley and in 1974 bought his own Auto Body Shop in Biggar. He was in business for 33 years & retired July, 2007 moving to Reserve Lake. Vern lived his life fully with his love for his cabin & lake, family & friends. He enjoyed the outdoors & nature. Hunting & fishing were his passion. He especially enjoyed entertaining everyone & always ready for a game of Kaiser. During Vern's life he was dedicated to the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation & was a member of the Biggar Wildlife Association for the past 33 years. Vern enjoyed being directly involved in organizing many events for his family & community. His wonderful smile will be missed by all who knew him. A very special thank you from Vern's family to the nurses, support staff & pain management team at the Palliative Care Unit in St. Paul's Hospital. Celebration of Vern's Life: Biggar Townhall, Monday, May 11th, 2009 at 2:00 P.M.
KLINE - Emil August Kline of Central Parkland Lodge, Lanigan, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 3, 2008. His death occurred at his residence at the age of 95 years. Emil, the sixth of eight children, was born to Christian and Caroline (nee Friar) Klein at home on their farm near Esk, SK, on Friday, August 30, 1912. Emil grew up in rural Saskatchewan, and enjoyed catching gophers and playing baseball, along with walking behind the harrows and hauling water for his mother’s prize cabbages. His spending money came from the fifteen cents a day he earned from starting the fire in Pauline School. Emil’s school days were short, as he left home in 1929 for Alberta and British Columbia, seeking employment. His family heard many stories of how he rode the rails when he was a teenager, along with many other young men from across the country setting out to find work during the depression years. Emil's travels took him to Vernon, BC, where his older sisters were living. He was baptized that summer and accepted into the fellowship at the Gospel Assembly in Vernon. A few years later, the search for work took Emil to Portage La Prairie in Manitoba, where he met and married Dorothy Peake. Five children, four sons and a daughter, were born to them. In 1935, Emil had bought a quarter section of land in the Drake-Esk area, which included a small house and a barn. In the early years of farming, he hauled gravel for the rural municipality to pay the taxes and to purchase farm equipment in partnership with neighbors. Emil farmed until 1973, when Dorothy died. Then, he was on the road again. During that time, he met Annabelle (nee Crewson) Peters from Portage La Prairie. They enjoyed many miles and destinations together, and spent 25 winters in Arizona. In March 2006, shortly after Annabelle’s death, Emil returned to Lanigan and moved into Central Parkland Lodge, his home until the present. Throughout his life, Emil had a passion for fishing and took advantage of every possible opportunity he could to pursue that sport. Other favorite pastimes included gardening and drawing. A man of deep faith, Emil held no importance in earthly possessions. Emil will be lovingly remembered by his four sons: Keith (Jean) Kline of Red Deer, AB, and Myrven (Marjorie) Kline, Victor (Marilyn) Kline, and David (Nata) Kline, all of Drake, SK; 20 grandchildren and an ever-increasing number of great-grandchildren; one sister, Elsie Tabak of Vernon, BC; step-family: Ed (Gwen) Peters of Kelowna, BC; Dennis Walker of Portage La Prairie, MB; and Ron (Elizabeth) Peters of Invermere, BC; numerous nieces and nephews; and by a host of special friends. He was predeceased by his first wife, Dorothy (nee Peake) Kline; daughter, Doreen Kline; second wife, Annabelle (nee Crewson) (Peters) Kline; step-daughter, Shirley Walker; parents, Christian and Caroline (nee Friar) Klein; three brothers: Albert Klein, Frederick Klein, and Arthur Klein; and by three sisters: Martha Klein, Pauline Klein, and Lucada “Carrie” Schuler. The Funeral Service for Emil was held at the Christian Fellowship Church, Lanigan, on Saturday, February 9, 2008, at 2:00 p.m., presided by Jim Solomon and Ben Thiessen. Others taking part were: family members sharing memories; Courtney Kline, violin solo, and Nata Kline, keyboard; Jim Dale, scripture reader; Jim Solomon, eulogist; Barry Nygren and Lance Gunther, ushers. Pallbearers were Scott Kline, Terry Renz, Floyd Bartel, Richard Liimatainen, Dennis Walker, and Darren Walker. Interment followed at the Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, North Esk, presided by Pastor Steve White.
KOSHINSKY - Olga Alexandria (nee Kohonick). It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Olga Alexandria Koshinsky (nee Kohonick) on Thursday, March 23rd, 2006 at Saskatoon City Hospital. Previously from LeRoy, Saskatchewan, mother resided at JCL Care Home in Saskatoon for the past 31/2 years. She was 87 years old at the time of her passing. Mother was the eldest of seven children born to Adolph ("Charlie ") and Natalie Kohonick, who farmed northeast of Esk. She was born on the nearby farm of her maternal grandparents, Kalanik and Eva Daelick. She attended Auderville School and, upon completing Grade 8, remained at home along with her brother and sisters to help her parents on the farm. In the fall of 1936, mother met William (Bill) Koshinsky from the Prairie Rose District, and after an eight month courtship they married. The marriage quickly turned to tragedy, with Bill passing away from the complications of appendicitis surgery only three months later. Mother was left to farm by herself, which she did with the help of her younger sister Hilda along with friends and neighbours. In September of that year, she married Bill's brother Herman. Mom and Dad (Olga and Herman) ran a typical small mixed prairie farm in the Illinois District, supplementing their income by boarding the Illinois teacher. They had two children (Gordon and Agnes), and when Gordon started high school in 1952 the family moved into LeRoy. Herman continued to farm from town, and mother started working out of the home. She clerked for a couple of years at the CoOp Store, cooked at the LeRoy Hotel for eight years, clerked at the Drug Store for six years, and cooked at the LeRose Lodge for five years before retiring in LeRoy at the age of 65. Upon retiring, mother derived great pleasure from taking care of her home, socializing with friends on "coffee row ", gardening, making pickles and preserves, and filling her deepfreeze with goodies for her children and grandchildren. Olga is survived by her two children: son, Gordon (with wife Margaret) Koshinsky of Saskatoon along with their children: Dr. Heather Koshinsky (with husband Dr. Kent McCue) of El Cerrito California; Eric Koshinsky (with wife Elizabeth) of Ottawa; and Justina Koshinsky (with husband Robert Sasata) of Saskatoon; and her daughter, Agnes Ziehl (with companion Gary Randall) also of Saskatoon. There are seven great grandchildren. Also surviving are sisters, Mary Cherepovsky of Saskatoon and Hilda Wolfe of LeRoy; and brother, Arthur Kohonick (with wife Olga) of Weyburn, along with numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her first husband, Bill in 1937; by second husband, Herman in 2005; by her parents; and by two brothers and a sister as infants. We (Gordon and Agnes) want to express out deepest appreciation to neighbour and friend Francis Stockbrugger and family who provided all manner of assistance and companionship to mother while she resided in LeRoy. The Funeral Service will be held at Holy Rosary Parish in LeRoy on Monday, March 27th, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Mark Hedlin officiating and interment will be at Esk Lutheran Cemetery.
MANN - Annie Erma (nee Lemke) was born on June 1, 1933 at Esk, SK and passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2003 at the Regina Lutheran Home. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Church near Esk. John and Annie met and were married on November 3, 1957 at Lanigan. Predeceased by her parents Adolf and Helen Lemke; Annie is survived by her husband: John; brothers and sisters: Dorothy (Elmer) Ullrich of Saskatoon, Tessie Ingham of Lanigan, Merle (Jack) Stephan of Lanigan, William (Myrtle) Lemke of Saskatoon, Leslie (Sheila) Lemke of Elkford, BC and their families. MEMORIAL SERVICE will be held at Regina Lutheran Home, 1925-5th Ave. N., Regina on Thursday, September 18, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Glen Stever officiating.
WILDEMAN - Albert John Wildeman passed away Aug. 16, 1997. He was born Jan. 16, 1917 on the family farm near Esk, Sask. He married Olive Bresch in 1937 in Esk Evangelical Church. They farmed until 1977, when they moved to Lanigan, Sask. They continued an active interest in the farm, now run by their sons. They retired into Central Parkland Lodge in 1994. He is mourned by Olive; sons Llewellyn of Saskatoon and Charles and Maurice of Esk; 6 grandchildren and 1 great-granddaughter. The funeral was Aug. 19 in Christian Fellowship Church, Lanigan, with Abe Klassen ministering.
WILDEMAN - Ewald Edward. The death of Mr. Ewald Edward Wildeman of Central Parkland Lodge, Lanigan,occurred at Royal University Hospital, Saskatoon, on Tuesday, March 30, 2004, at the age of 94 years. Ewald will be lovingly remembered by his two children, two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren: Darlene (Otto) Neuman of Lethbridge, AB, and family, Dale (Bernice) Neuman and daughter Chanel of Lethbridge, and Beverly (Chester) Piontek and daughter Courtney of Yorkton; and Myra Bueckert of Saskatoon; one brother and one sister, Harold (Doris) Wildeman and Lydia (Otto) Keilon; sister-inlaw, Olive Wildeman; and by numerous nieces and nephews. The Funeral Service for Ewald will be held at Christian Fellowship Church, Lanigan, on Thursday, April 1, 2004, at 1:00 p.m., officiated by Pastor Steve White and Pastor Ed Riegel. Interment will follow at the Baptist Christian Fellowship Cemetery in the Esk district.
ZIELKE - Milbert "Mib" 1929 - 2007. The family of Mib Zielke regretfully announce his sudden passing on April 3rd, 2007 in Calgary. He will be lovingly remembered by his daughter, Brenda (Ron) Thomsen of Saskatoon; sons, Ken (Jessi) of West Vancouver and James of Calgary; grandchildren, Jenna and Andrew Thomsen and Leah Zielke; brother, Erwin (Myrt); special friend, Mona Woodcock; and numerous brother and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Mib was predeceased by his loving wife of 45 years, Kathleen (Kay); his parents, Ludwig and Ida; infant sister, Joanna; sister, Selma Johnstone; and brothers, Herman and Herbert. Mib was born in Esk, SK on June 19, 1929 and lived all of his life in Saskatoon. He attended Thornton and Buena Vista Schools. On June 30th, 1954 he married Kay. In the late 40's he started work with Great West Saddlery working in various positions until December 31, 1959 when it ceased operations. It was during this time that Mib discovered his true calling a career in sales. On January 1, 1960 Mib entered into a new stage of his career when he opened the family business, Great West Supply & Findings Ltd. Mib semi-retired in June of 1994, so he could spend more time with Kay and indulge in their passion for travel, something he loved doing especially with family. Great West Supply & Findings closed its doors forever on September 30, 2001. If anyone had a question regarding leather, shoe repairs or shoe care, Mib was the expert. Mib loved Christmas and for many years his Christmas light and ice displays delighted the citizens of Saskatoon. He was extremely pleased to be recognized in the 1970's, by the Kiwanis Club, for his decorating efforts. Mib was a member of the Masonic Lodge for many years. In the late 1970's he became involved with the Shoe Service Institute of America where he served as a director and became the first Canadian to hold an executive position when he was elected Treasurer in the 1980's. Hunting, cross country skiing, playing cards, gospel music and history were some of his other hobbies. Family and entertaining were very important to Mib and Kay as they hosted many family gatherings together and Mib continued to enjoy good times with family and friends. It was always a pleasure to hear his tales of growing up in Saskatoon in the 1930's and he was a true historian of the early days of Saskatoon. A celebration of Mib's life will be held on Saturday, April 14, 2007 at 2:00 at Saskatoon Free Methodist Church, 2221 Hanselman Ct.