Obituaries of residents & former residents of Lanigan, Saskatchewan
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ADAM - Carey (nee Bilawchuk). The peaceful death of Mrs. Carey Adam, 54 years, of Lanigan, SK occurred on Saturday, February 26, 2005. She passed away with her family at her side following a long battle with breast cancer. Carey was born on October 30, 1950 in Kelvington to Mike and Anne (nee Chaykowski) Bilawchuk. Carey will be forever loved and sadly missed by her husband of 35 years, Jim Adam of Lanigan; two daughters and one grandson: Wendy Johnston (Kim Schumann) and her son, Todd Johnston of Regina; Crystal (Curtis) Riou of Lloydminster, AB; mother, Anne Bilawchuk of Regina; one sister and two brothers: Clarence (Dorothy) Bilawchuk of Regina; Cathy (Larry) Schlamp of Langdon, AB; Bob (Cheryl) Bilawchuk of Lanigan; and by numerous nieces, nephews and members of the Adam family: Carey was predeceased by her daughter, Hali and her father, Mike Bilawchuk. A United Church Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday March 2, 2005 at 1:30 p.m. at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Lanigan, presided by Carol Hiscock. A private family interment will follow at the Lanigan Cemetery.
AKKERMANS - Adriana (nee Loos). The death of Mrs. Adriana Akkermans, of Lanigan, occurred at Lanigan Hospital on Sunday, November 15, 2009. She was 78 years of age. Adriana will be lovingly remembered by her three children and three grandchildren: Mary-Anne Akkermans of Al Ain, U.A.E.; John (Margo) Akkermans of Hanna, AB, and family, Jennifer Akkermans (Brad Hutchinson), and Scott Akkermans; and Dianne Morgan of St. Albert, AB, and daughter Mackenzie; two sisters and three brothers: Mien (Jac) Govers, Kees (Toni) Loos, Toon (Nell) Loos, Adri (Toos) Loos, and Diny (Geert) Huysmans, all of Holland; brother-in-law, Kees Oostvogels; in-laws of the Akkermans family: To Akkermans, and Nell (Louis) Van de Eynden; and by numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Cornelius Akkermans; son-in-law, Mervyn Morgan; parents, Jacobus and Anna (nee Bartels) Loos; two sisters: Tonia Oostvogels and To (Cor) Bals; and by brother-in-law, Adri Akkermans. The Prayer Service for Adriana will be held on Friday, November 20, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be offered on Saturday, November 21, 2009, at 2:00 p.m., celebrated by Fr. Paul Paproski, OSB. Both services will be held at St. Mary's R.C. Church, Lanigan. Interment will follow at St. Mary's R.C. Cemetery.
ARLT - Elizabeth (nee Laufer). On Friday, April 24, 2009, Betty Arlt, late of Regina and formerly of Lanigan, passed away at the age of 87 years. Predeceased by her parents Henry and Katie Laufer; husband Harold; brother Henry Laufer; two granddaughters, Anita Malbeuf and ChristieLin Arlt; Betty is survived by her children: daughter Marilyn (Eric) Nurse and their children: Barbara (Brian) Grahn (Kelsey, Kayley and Jennifer) and Byron (Lisa) Nurse (Braedyn) all of Edmonton, daughter Carolyn Malbeuf and her children: Elvis (Lisa) Malbeuf (McKenzie and Savannah) and Roberta Malbeuf (Jasmine) all of Regina, son Keith Arlt and his children: Jennifer (Landry) Veitch (Makenize and Ireland), April (Ryan Dalnea) Arlt (Kianna), Katelyn, Vernon Longman, and Joshua all of Saskatoon, and son Randal (Colleen) Arlt and their children: Colin and Brittany, all of Regina, brother Carl Laufer of Chilliwack; as well as nieces and nephews. Betty was born on November 17, 1921 in Budapest, Hungary. She grew up in Regina where she met and married Harold, a farmer from Jansen SK. They eventually moved to Lanigan in 1964, where they owned and operated the Robinson Store until her retirement where she was able to pursue her love and interest in gardening. Betty was always active in her church. Following the death of Harold in 2006, Betty moved back to Regina. Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 29, 2009 at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1909 Ottawa Street, Regina SK with Pastor Lindsay Hognestad officiating. A viewing for family and friends will be held on Thursday, April 30, 2009 from 12:00 1:00 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Lanigan, SK, followed by interment at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Lanigan.
BACIK - Joseph. It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our dad, grandpa and great grandpa on March 17, 2005 at the age of 87 years. Dad was born and raised in Quill Lake, SK. In 1946 Dad met Nora, that same year they married and started their large family. For the last 22 years, Dad resided in Lanigan, SK. The last few months of his life he was in Saskatoon during his battle with kidney failure. During this time he was surrounded by his entire family until his passing. Dad was predeceased by two brothers; two sisters; one daughter, Connie in 1957; and one son, Richard in 1994. Predeceased by his parents, Paul and Elizabeth. Dad is survived by his wife, Nora; daughters, Beverly (John), Elizabeth (Lyle), Judy (Cecil), Connie (Mervin); sons, Russ, Joe (Rhonda), Paul (Marlene); 16 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Dad will be remembered as a very outspoken man with a warm sense of humour, love of family, hard working mechanic in his working days, the best Dad, grandpa and great grandpa in the world. Dad enjoyed cooking his special meals, he also took pride in his gardening and canning of beets and pickles. Dad's life occupation was being a great mechanic. He became employed with Tommy Morton in Quill Lake for many years. There he was known for fixing many tractor tires and motors. Whenever anything mechanical needed fixing Dad was the man to call. Dad was a member of the Armed Forces for 11 months in Regina, SK. Dad will be sadly missed and forever in our hearts. We would like to send special thanks to the staff at St. Paul's Hospital and Porteous Lodge (Villa) for all the care, support and attention to Dad.
BARCLAY - William (Bill) Charles Barclay of Coleville passed away quietly on Monday, February 11, 2002, in the Kindersley hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. Bill was born on April 27th, 19334, in Lanigan, SK, the third child and only son of William H. and Henrietta Barclay. He was raised in Lanigan and spent many hours playing hockey and baseball -- both sports he loved for the remainder of his lifetime. In l952, Bill purchased a truck and began working in the oilfields of Saskatchewan. He and a friend, Herb Shea purchased the WA Dand Trucking company from then owner Bill Dand, which they formed into Alsask Heavy Haulers Ltd. In later years, Bill bought out Herb and formed the present company Sam's General Trucking Ltd., of which he was president and CEO until the time of his death. Bill will be fondly remembered by the many men and women who worked for him over the 50 years that he ran his company, as a fair and compassionate employer. In 1957, Bill married Evelyn Hackney and together they had six children, whom they raised in Coleville. Bill was very active in the local minor sports as the children were growing up. He coached many a hockey team to league and provincial finals. Bill loved to tell you how much talent you had and he was passionate in developing each person's talent as best he could. He followed his son's hockey dreams all over the province and often accompanied his grandsons to their games in these last few months. We will all remember his many little colloquialisms to get the point across as to what you did well and to make the equal point as to what you did poorly during the last game. In later years, after his children were grown and gone, Bill led a very active involvement in the Royal Canadian Legion. Starting at the branch level, he held many executive positions. His passion and commitment grew and he ran for office successfully at the Zone, District, Provincial and National levels. Bill was the Saskatchewan Command President from 1993-1995. Bill also held positions on Dominion Command and at the time of his death he was Dominion President having been elected to that position in Halifax, NS, in June of 2000. He was made a life member of the Royal Canadian Legion on February 16th, 1999, and was awarded the Gold Leaf on November 4th, 2000. Bill's passion for the ideals held by the Royal Canadian Legion helped to make the lives of Canadian veterans and their families better as he advocated actively with Canadian Government to honor all Canadian War Veterans both living and deceased. The crowning glory for Dad was to be healthy enough on Remembrance Day November 11th , 2001, to be able to give the salute to the Governor General of Canada in honor of all Legion members. It was a moment he cherished throughout his illness. Bill was predeceased by his parents William and Henrietta Barclay, a young sister - Joyce, and his son William (Billy) and an infant son Duncan. Bill is survived by his wonderful companion of eleven years, Kathleen Phillips of Coleville; one sister, Shirley (Andres) Anderson of Saskatoon; sons: David (Marian) of Swift Current, their children Leigh-Anne and Kerry, Rick (Shannon) of Coleville, their children Brennan, Josh and Caty; daughters: Janice Barclay-High (Desmond High) of Fort McMurray, their daughter Brandi Barclay of Fort McMurray, Audrey (Darcy) Weber of Coleville, their children Jordan, Alyssa and Mya. Also numerous nieces and nephews and extended family members. A funeral service was held Friday, February 15th, 2002, at the Coleville Community Hall with Joan Tessier officiating. Bill's eldest son David Barclay gave the eulogy. Kind words of remembrance were given by Joe Kobalak, RCL Dominion Past President; the Honorable Ray Pahpakhna, Minister of Veteran Affairs for the Government of Canada; and Elmer Noble, RCL Saskatchewan Command President. The organist was Shelley Roberts accompanied by a choir of local people. Piper was Don MacDonald of Saskatoon, who played the hymn "Amazing Grace". The Royal Canadian Legion funeral ritual was led by Saskatchewan Command Past President Pat Varga, with Sgt. At Arms Lloyd (Sparky) Ament leading the 300 plus Legion Honor Guard. Bugler was Colleen Swan of Kindersley. Pallbearers were Ernie Por of Consort, AB, Gren Shea of Swift Current, SK, Chuck Ogle of Saskatoon, SK, Brent Burns of Regina, SK, Rod Perkins of Kindersley, SK and George Darby of Swift Current, SK. Honorary Pallbearers were Joe Boser of Unity, SK, Don Leach of Regina Beach, SK, Herb Shea of Calgary, AB, Ron Anderson of Abbey, SK, Alvin Krepps of Brock, Gaston Platana of Macklin, SK, Lindsay Holmes of Coleville, SK, Douglas Hackney of Hardisty, AB. Ushers were Denis Bahm of Kerrobert, SK, Rhonda Tate, Laurie Dales, and Joelle Johnston of Coleville, SK.
BELL - Alice Elaine. The death of Mrs. Alice "Elaine " Bell, 87 years, of Lanigan, occurred at St. Elizabeth's Hospital, Humboldt on Monday, July 4, 2005. Elaine will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her two children, four grandchildren and eight great grandchildren: Fay Kitzan of Winnipeg, MB and her family, Beth Kitzan (Pam) of London, ON and her children, Alexandra Kitzan and Michael Kitzan, and Christine (Michael) Seemann of Winnipeg; and Larry (Darlene) Bell of Humboldt and their family, Rick (Jean) Bell of Edmonton, AB and children, Megan, Josh and Michaela, and Laurie (Tony) Gebert of Fort McMurray, AB and children, Jorah, Skylar and Jennae. The Funeral Service for Elaine will be held on Thursday, July 7, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. from Knox United Church, Lanigan with Rev. Deborah Smith officiating. Interment will follow in the Lanigan Cemetery.
BERNAUER - Agnes. The death of Mrs. Agnes Bernadine (nee Freriks) Bernauer, of Lanigan, occurred at Saskatoon City Hospital, Saskatoon, on Saturday, August 4, 2007. She was 73 years of age. Agnes leaves behind to mourn, her loving husband of 50 years, Alois Bernauer of Lanigan; three daughters, one son, and their families: Linda (Dale) Mosher of Prince Albert; Dianne Bernauer (Vern Rabinovitch) of Humboldt; Karen (Regan) Emmons and children, Hayden and Sydney of Saskatoon; and Les (Jackie) Bernauer and children, Scott, Ryan and Taylor on the family farm at Lanigan; two brothers: Casper (Sally) Freriks and Gerhard (Pauline) Freriks, both of Pilger; in-laws of the Bernauer family; and by numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Bernard "Ben " and Mary (nee Hueser) Freriks; parents-in-law, John and Veronica Bernauer; and by many aunts, uncles, and in-laws of the Bernauer family. The Funeral Mass for Agnes will be offered at St. Mary's R.C. Church, Lanigan, on Friday, August 10, 2007, at 10:30 a.m., celebrated by Fr. Louis Hoffart, OMI. Interment will follow at St. Mary's R.C. Cemetery.
BLAIR - Gilbert Robert. Gilbert passed away peacefully at his home in Comox , BC on March 20th, 2006 at age 56. Survived by his wife of 34 years, Lynne Blair; mother, Ida Blair; mother and father in-law, Herb and Jean Kopperud; brothers, Dale (Janet) Blair, Ron (Connie) Blair; sisters, Betty (Jack) Shields, Heather Blair (Dale); sisters-in-law, Margaret (John), Diane (Herb), Joyce (Kim), Florence (Wayne); nieces and nephews, Scott(Calla), Darren (Deb), Craig (Chara), Lisa (Mike), Kevin (Noreen), Trevor (Jean), Lana (Jason), Jackie, Jill (Darren), Jennifer (John), Jeff, Chris (Michelle), David (Jewel), Bob (Amber), Cori, Craig, Blake, Boyd, Stuart, Victoria, Justin; godchildren Todd (Kim) and Chris (Julie), Alora and Troy, Chelsea, Andrea and Elliot, Roger, Libby, Chris and Cameron, Danielle, Lisa, Nicole, Scott and Sandra, David, Danielle, Dianna, Dugan Zenija. Gilbert was predeceased by his father, Sidney Alexander (Sandy) Blair. Gilbert was born in Lanigan, SK and was a subsequent resident of Saskatoon; Victoria, BC and Comox, BC. He was a graduate of the University of Saskatchewan in Commerce and subsequently practiced as a member of the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants in Saskatchewan and BC. Gil was a natural mentor to family and friends alike, to young and old and sometimes to unwitting strangers, whether sipping a favored wine in a bistro or astride his bike on a street corner. He placed a high value on family and friends, often giving more of himself than he should have for his own well-being. He lead, others followed. He organized, others participated. He was a business mind, a teacher, a community activist, a techno geek, a computer wiz and a take-charge kind of guy. He had strong opinions and he argued them forcefully but behind it all he had a heart of gold with a strong commitment to support family and friends through thick and thin. During his tenure with senior governments, Gil made a substantial and enduring contribution to economic development in BC through the Employee Share Ownership Program, Forest Renewal, the Canada-BC Tourism Development Agreement, the Agriculture and Rural Development Agreement and other federal and provincial programs. In his four years in the Comox Valley he served on the Comox Valley Airport Commission and the Comox Valley Economic Development Society. He was also membership chair and web site coordinator for the Pacific Northwest Economic Development Council. After cycling across most provinces and many states with friends, relatives and total strangers he would adopt along the way, Gil and his wife Lynne embarked on one of life's greatest adventures, pedaling from Alaska to the southernmost tip of South America over 11 months in 1999 and 2000. This self-contained, 18,000 kilometre camping trip in his 50th year was a celebration of life. His incidental role as an international ambassador for cycling earned him many life-long friends in Europe and the Americas. His bicycletheamericas.com website evolved from this trip as a forum and resource for like-minded cycling enthusiasts. Gil was also an adventurous skier and kayaker, as many discovered to their chagrin as he challenged their limits. Indeed he thrived on the challenge of chaos. His passing will leave a large void in many people's lives. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 27th at the Knox United Church, Lanigan, SK.
BLAIR -Ida L. (nee Plaster) passed away on December 11, 2009 at the age of 92. Ida was born at Lockwood, Sask. on January 6, 1917. She is predeceased by her husband Sandy Blair, son Gilbert Blair, parents Kate and Bob Plaster, brothers Bert Plaster, Cyril Plaster and Dr. Ernest (Bun) Plaster, and sisters Evelyn Ella Plaster and Vic Decker. She is survived by her children and their spouses: Dale (Janet), Betty (Jack), Ron (Connie), Heather (Dale), and her daughterin-law Lynne. She will be missed by her fourteen grandchildren, their spouses, twenty great grandchildren, her sisters Connie (Bob Nelson), Grace Strong, and sister-in-laws Lillian Plaster and Margaret Plaster. She also leaves many other friends and relatives in Canada and Arizona. Ida touched the hearts of many people with her generosity, love of life, and sense of humour. Ida received her education in a rural school (Kneller) and Drake and then went to Normal School in Saskatoon. She taught at Evansvale and Stoney Rest. She and Sandy were married in Saskatoon December 23, 1938 and they resided on the farm in the Bloomfield district until 1968 when they moved to Lanigan. Ida was a member of the United Church and an active community member serving on committees with the Red Cross, the Girl Guides, the Women's Institute, and the United Church. She was a founding committee member of the Central Parkland Lodge. She loved to travel, play bridge, fish, and visit with friends and family. She was very proud of her family and loved to spend time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She went to as many of their sports and school functions as possible. A memorial service will be held at Knox United Church in Lanigan at 2 pm on January 2, 2010.
BLAIR - Sidney Stuart. May 12th, 1938 - May 28th, 2007. At 4:38 a.m. on Monday May 28th, 2007 Sidney Stuart Blair took his last flight home, after a brief and courageous battle with cancer. Sid is lovingly remembered by his wife of 45 years, Marlene Thingelstad; his children, Peri-Lynne Blair (Greg Osiowy), Lindsay Blair (Diane Simmons), Tiffany Blair (Michael Scheibelhoffer), Jason Blair (Renata Mag-Atas); his six grandchildren, Clayton, Fraser and Nolan Osiowy, Dylan and Wilson Scheibelhoffer, and Hunter Blair; his brother, Wilson Blair (Agnes); and his sister, Joanne Hammond (Jim); his Aunt Ida Blair; his cousins, Betty Shields (Jack), Dale Blair (Janet), Ronnie Blair (Connie), Heather Blair, Kelly Gibney (Diane), Kathy Symons, John Watson (Yolanda), Gillian Watson; numerous nieces and nephews; and his six grand-dogs. Sid was predeceased by his father, James "Lindsay " Blair; his mother, Eileen Elizabeth Blair (nee Wilson); his uncles, Alexander "Sandy " Blair, Flight Sergeant Clayton Blair, Major Gilbert Blair, Stuart Wilson, William Wilson, Neil Gibney, Dixon Watson; and his aunts, Alice Gibney (nee Blair), Joan Dixon-Watson (nee Wilson), Dorothy Wilson-Sawchuk (nee Hutchence); and cousins, Patrick Gibney and Gilbert Blair. Sid was raised on the family farm in Lanigan, Saskatchewan. As a kid, he enjoyed playing sports and was a keen debater. As a teenager, he had the privilege of being both a King Scout and Queen Scout. Sid joined the Air Force for basic training, and was one of the few Canadians to see the Avro Arrow jet fly. Although Sid moved away from the farm it was clear that he remained a country boy at heart. Sid was a graduate of the College of Agriculture at the University of Saskatchewan in 1961. He earned his Master's of Soil Science in 1963. His working career was initially spent in Soil Science, and then on to Sales and Marketing with Simplot Chemical Company (Brandon, Manitoba), and the Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan until his retirement. He was the consummate corporate man. He was dedicated, loyal, energetic, and loved working with his customers and colleagues across North America. During his retirement, Sid invested a great deal of time and effort documenting the Blair family history. Sid was an avid sports fan and his favorite pro-teams were the Boston Red Socks (Baseball), Dallas Cowboys (NFL Football), and Saskatchewan Roughriders. His ultimate favorite sports teams were the ones his children and grandchildren played on. Poppa Sid was driver, side-line coach, and #1 fan. Poppa happily attended many swim meets, dance recitals, science fairs, soccer, hockey and baseball practices and games, art fairs, and backyard adventures. When Poppa called, his first question was always ... what's today's schedule?. Above all, Sid Blair was a "happy " family man. He was a great husband, father, grandfather, mentor and friend. Everyone who knew Sid had a soft spot for him. Our father went out of his way to make people feel like family, whether you had known him for a lifetime or a brief moment. On behalf of our family, we would like to sincerely thank the Royal University Hospital Clinical Teaching Unit (CTU) Red medical team, and Unit 6000/6100 Nursing and Support Staff for their exceptional care, compassion, and efforts to honour Sid's wishes and life. Sid created a lasting impression on the CTU Red team forming his own football team with Dr. Stephen Sanche (coach), Dr. Regina Taylor Gjevre (assistant coach), Dr. Kris Stewart (quarter back), Dr. Stephan Wardell (tight end), Dr. Justina Koshinsky (tackle), Family Physician Dr. Roy Chernoff (wide receiver), Dr. Sivaruban "Ruban " Kanagaratnam (running back), Dr. Amer Sami (running back), Dr. Jawed Akhtar (wide receiver), the Nursing staff (center) and other care team members (guards). Sid was proud to wear his "Red Socks " to represent his team's approach to care. His "last play " on the field was carried out with grace, skill, careful planning, and collaboration. A Celebration of Sid's life will be held on Saturday, June 2nd, 2007 at 1:30 p.m. from Acadia Drive Funeral Chapel (915 Acadia Drive, Saskatoon, SK).
BLAKE - Margaret Evelyn Billie (nee Howard), late of Prince Albert, passed away on Monday, January 23, 2006 at the age of 90 years. She was born to William and Marion Howard on May 11, 1915 at Lanigan, SK. Billie was raised and attended school at Lanigan. After grade 12 she completed a business course in Winnipeg and worked at Lanigan Hardware and the Dafoe Airbase where she met her husband, Sydney. Shortly after their wedding in 1942, Sydney was posted overseas and Billie worked at Kernaghan's Hardware in Prince Albert for several years. Later she worked at catering and finally for Statistics Canada until she retired at the age of 75 years. Billie was also involved in several Prince Albert organizations including Calvary United Church, S.H.A.R.E. and The Royal Canadian Legion. A favorite pastime of hers was playing bridge with the same group of friends over a period of 25 years. She will be fondly remembered for her cheerfulness, humor and loving hospitality. Billie is survived by her daughter, Dianne and son, Doug, both of Prince Albert; brother, Ken Howard of Regina; sisters, Eleanor Davies of Saskatoon and Isobel Whitehouse (Ray) of Peterborough, ON; and many other relatives. She was predeceased by her husband, Sydney; brother, Ralph; and other relatives. The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, January 27, 2006 at 1:30 p.m. in the Chapel of MacKenzie Funeral Home, Prince Albert, SK.
BRANDT - Arthur Roy. Born March 18th, 1927 in Lanigan, Saskatchewan. Passed away April 22nd, 2004 in Vancouver. Predeceased by his wife Vivianne. Survived by his daughters Wendy (Hugh), Barbara (Paul), granddaughters Melissa (Bruce) and Alexandra, great-grandsons Jordan and Bailey. Art was a long time member of the I.L.W.U. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and he enjoyed square-dancing and woodworking. Art was a good friend to many and was always there to lend a hand. He will be greatly missed many friends and relatives. The Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, April 28th at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Ocean View Funeral Home, with a viewing prior.
BRICE - Dorothy Eva passed away peacefully on September 24, 2003 at Victoria Hospice. Dorothy was born on March 1, 1915 in Lanigan, Saskatchewan. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband Eric, son Victor, daughter-in-law Bronwen, grandchildren Caitlin and Evan, of Nanaimo, sister Betty, brother-in-law Jim, of Victoria, and sister Joyce, of Banning, California. Donations may be made to the Cancer Society. A memorial service will be held at the Gordon Head United Church on Tuesday September 30, 2003 at 2:00 pm.
BURNS - Gertrude Alberta. The death of Gertrude Alberta Burns aged 90 years of Lanigan SK occurred at Lanigan Hospital on Tuesday January 20, 2009. A Memorial Service will be held in Knox United Church in Lanigan on Monday, January 26th at 2:00 p.m. Gertrude is survived by her husband, Robert; daughter, Gwen (George) Leffler; son, Garth (Doris) Burns; six grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
CAREY - Eleanor (nee Banks). The death of Mrs. Eleanor Carey, of Lanigan, occurred at Lanigan Hospital on Sunday, July 9, 2006. She was 85 years of age. Eleanor will be lovingly remembered by her devoted family: June (John) Kuss; John (Merle) Casey and their family, Michael (Kelly) Carey, and Sean (Gina) Carey; Allan Carey (Corinne Dilus); and Anita (Dean) Snider and their family, Mitchell, Mark, and Ryan; and by her brother, Brodie (Margaret) MacKay of Edinburgh, Scotland. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, John Carey (June 12, 1989); and by her parents, Andrew and Helen (nee MacConachie) Banks. In respect of Eleanor's wishes, there will not be a funeral service.
CHALMERS - Frank, passed away on July 18, 2009 at 74 years of age, at the Lanigan Hospital surrounded by his family. Frank was born on June 7, 1935 in Creelman, SK. One of four children born to Les and Mary (Hay) Chalmers, he is predeceased by his sister, Merle; and survived by his two brothers, Ron and Harvey (Maureen) in Manitoba. Frank attended school in Belleview, Pipestone and Virden. Frank and Bev married in 1954 and shared 54 years building their family and working hard, while making many terrific memories along the way. The family moved often for work in the early years but settled in Lanigan in 1973. Dad enjoyed his travels, he loved history and through his hobby of researching genealogy has left us with generations of information about our Ancestry. Retiring from the PCS potash mine in 1999 after 26 years; he enjoyed golfing in Lanigan and they often took the clubs with them when they went visiting friends and relatives. They took pride in their large yard and their garden and flowers were lovely. Frank always had a project underway and a job list ready. He leaves his wife of 54 years, Bev (Lifeso); and their four children, Brian (Debbie), Pam, Kurt (Lois), and Janice (Germain); eleven grandchildren: Adam (Jan), Travis and Troy Mierke, Amy, Shane (Marc), and Alanna (Peter), Bradley (Kyle), Cole and Rebecca, Maddison and Geneva; and three great-grandchildren, Kaelyn, Hanna and Samantha; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Our husband, Father, Grandfather and Great grandfather, brother and friend leaves us a legacy of strength, love, determination, laughter and a lifetime of memories. He remains forever in our hearts. The family invites you to join in Celebrating Frank's life on Sunday, July 26 in Lanigan at the Lanigan Golf & Country Club beginning at 11:00 a.m. We are very grateful to Dr. Saxena and the professional and compassionate staff that cared for Frank during his brief hospital stay. Malinoski & Danyluik Funeral Home, Humboldt in care of arrangements.
CLARE - William Harvey Clare was born in Ottawa, Ontario, in 1874. He moved to Winnipeg to attend Teachers College, and taught for several years before joining a bank. He worked as a bank manager in Lanigan, Sask., until 1910 when he moved to Sasakatoon tand took a position as General Manager of the Saskatchewan Investment and Trust Company. Shortly thereafter he set up his own real estate and Insurance business ("W. Harvey Clare - Real Estate, Farm Lands, Insurance, Rentals and Loans"). He served as an alderman from 1917-1922, and then as Mayor in 1924 and 1925. His term as mayor was a period of growing prosperity for a city that had been battered first by the collapse of the over-heated real estate market in 1913, then by a period of drought, the Great War (1914-1918), the influenza epidemic of 1918 and the post-war depression. W. Harvey Clare died on February 26, 1956 at the age of 82. He is buried in Saskatoon's Woodlawn Cemetery.
CROCKER Elizabeth Margaret (nee Mundell). Born Elizabeth Margaret Mundell on May 23, 1923, Betty passed away on November 17, 2003. Predeceased by her loving husband Les, she is survived by her son Gary, daughter Shelley and their respective families. Betty was born in Lanigan Saskatchewan and moved with her family at a young age to Keating on the Saanich Peninsula. She lived for a time in Nanaimo and spent most of her life in Victoria where she maintained a loving home. Betty is remembered for her care and warmth, laughter, and her love of a good cup of tea. Honouring her wishes there will be no funeral service.
DACK - Irene Dorothy (nee Siegel), 83 years of age, passed away on Saturday, February 4, 2006, at Stensrud Lodge in Saskatoon. Reenie will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her family; Bill, her husband of sixty years; her children, Jackie Dack, Doug (Heather) Dack and family Colleen and Robin, Barbara (Terry) Moneo and family Carson, Clay and Mia; and her seven great grandchildren. Reenie was born in 1923 to August and Augusta Siegel on the farmstead south of Lanigan. She was the fifth of fourteen siblings including two half brothers. Special thanks to Dr. Fern and the nurses and staff of the second floor at Stensrud Lodge for the care provided to Irene during her stay there. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. A gathering celebrating Reenie's life will be held in the Family Centre at Acadia Drive Funeral Chapel (915 Acadia Drive) on Wednesday, February 8, 2006, at 1:30 p.m.
DAELICK - John. The death of Mr. John Daelick, 85 years, of Lanigan, occurred at the Lanigan Hospital on Thursday, October 16, 2003. The Funeral Service will be held on Monday, October 20, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. from Trinity Lutheran Church, Lanigan. Memorial donations may be directed to the Lanigan Hospital Auxillary or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
DRIEMEL - Irene Margaret (nee Fick) August 21, 1914 - March 2, 2006. Irene was born in Yorkton, Sask. In 1917 the family moved to Lanigan, Sask. where she grew up. She graduated from the Vancouver General Hospital School of Nursing in 1943. She then felt divinely called to serve the Lord Jesus Christ to become a missionary in Africa. After studying theology she then went to Europe to learn the French language. Irene arrived in Gabon, French Equatorial Africa in 1948. She was first welcomed to the main mission station in Bangolo, Gabon. After a short time she was carried by four Africans in a tipogo to a distant jungle area. Two days later she arrived at Ileson, her new home. Following a period of orientation, Irene studied the native language and with the help of a French-speaking native pastor, she began to establish a medical clinic. At the request of the French government, Irene took on the care of lepers in that area and before long, she helped teach in the established mission school. Here the natives learned to read and write their own language and to use the number system. They were also taught hygiene principles and the enjoyment of music. Shortly before Irene's second furlough in 1958, she became very ill with a severe type of malaria. When her health improved, Irene returned to Canada to continue nursing. After taking post-graduate studies in obstetrics she supervised a maternity ward and taught students. Later she studied hospital administration and remained in that field until her retirement in 1979. In 1980 she married Wally Driemel and they made their home in Abbotsford, BC. There Irene did volunteer work with the Red Cross and programs helping seniors. Since 2002 she has been a resident of Bevan Lodge. Irene passed away peacefully on March 2, 2006. She was predeceased by her husband and two brothers. Irene leaves behind one brother, five step-children, nieces, nephews and grandchildren. At her request, a private family memorial will be held Friday, March 10, 2006. Irene's beautiful smile will be missed by so many.
FICK - Myrtle C. Fick (nee Thoen) passed away on Friday, August 1, 2008 at the age of 80 years. She was born to Ole and Ambjorg Thoen of Viscount, Saskatchewan on December 23, 1927. She was the youngest in a family of nine children. She attended Morris School, finished high school in Viscount, and later attended Normal School in Saskatoon. She taught near Kelliher, Guernsey, Lanigan and Esk. While at Stoner Rest near Lanigan, she was stricken with polio and spent six months in total confinement. When she returned home she learned how to walk again. She also learned how to play the accordion and piano by ear, which she enjoyed the rest of her life. Myrtle enjoyed flowers and the beauty of nature, and traveling to various parts of the world including holidays across Canada, the U.S., Mexico, Hawaii, and Europe on many occasions. She especially liked visiting with family, friends, and relatives. In 1950, she married Elmer Fick of Lanigan and started farming there until 1991, when they moved to Lanigan. On July 20, 2008, they celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary. They raised two sons, Perry and Linden of Lanigan. She was predeceased by her parents; three brothers, Leonard, Bert, and Ole; three sisters, Inga, Ella, Gunda; and sister-in-law Lois. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Elmer; children, Perry (Eleanor) and son Regan, Linden (Debbie) and son Brandon; brothers, Norman (Ruth) Thoen of Viscount, Edward (Marjorie) Thoen of Birch Hills; sister-in-law, Iona Thoen of Saskatoon, Violet Fick of Lanigan. She is also survived by many cousins, nieces, nephew, in-laws and friends. At Myrtle's request, there will be no service.
FISHER - Garry. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather on Saturday, August 15, 2009. Garry is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Darlene (nee Pratt) Fisher of Lanigan, SK; their two children and six grandchildren: Derek (Jennifer) Fisher of Lanigan, SK and their daughters, Courtney, Bree and Megan and Lance (Cheryl) Fisher of Weyburn, SK and their daughters, Jessica, Kirsten and Lacey; his mother, Joyce Fisher of Lanigan, SK; four sisters: Noreen Jantzen of Saskatoon, SK; Selena Farrell of Peachland, BC; Myrna (Merle) Koberinski of Naniamo, BC and Rhonalee (Myles) Boe of Regina, SK and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father, Budd Fisher. Garry also had many friends that loved him dearly, too many to mention. Garry was born March 24, 1946 in Humboldt, SK to Budd and Joyce (nee Wolfe) Fisher. He was their only son. Garry resided in and had an affection for his hometown of Lanigan his whole life. Garry married Darlene Pratt of Bjorkdale, SK in 1970 and they began their life together in Lanigan, where he worked at Alwinsal/ Potash Corp. He then went on to do various carpentry work and finished his working career as a journeyman millwright. Garry was a good, honest, hard working man and he instilled those fine qualities in his children. In his younger years, he enjoyed playing baseball and hockey which led to countless hours of coaching and traveling with his boys. In time Garry played, coached and managed the Lanigan Twilight Ball Team, for over 30 years, while also attending and traveling with the Lanigan Pirate Hockey Team. Garry loved hunting and fishing, qualities instilled by his father that he also passed on to his boys. He played lots of cards and horseshoes over the years. In his retirement years, he loved to putter around, whether in the garage or on the farm. Garry will always be remembered for his coffeeing, constant joking around, and his infectious laugh. Garry's ultimate love was his family. He was a very devoted husband, and an extremely proud parent and grandparent. He loved spending quiet time at home with his loving wife, fishing and hunting with his boys and creating many treasured memories, never to be forgotten by all of his grandchildren. "He will always be remembered, but sadly missed by all who knew him " The Funeral Service for Garry will be held on Thursday, August 20, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at the Lanigan Hall, officiated by Pastor Rick Johnson. Memorial donations in Garry's memory may be directed to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Connie Danyluik, Malinoski & Danyluik Funeral Home, Humboldt.
FORSYTH - Sarah Jane Forsyth (nee Bell) passed away at Nipawin Hospital on July 1, 2005 after a short illness. Sadie was born on September 9th, 1909 to Joseph and Sarah (Fiddler) Bell in Seattle, Washington. They moved to BC and then to the Meskanaw district in 1914. On August 15, 1931 she married William Forsyth. To this union 14 children were born. They moved to the homestead in Petaigan district in 1938 until 1971. Besides raising a large family, she worked out cooking at various work camps from 1968 - 1970. In 1971 she moved to Kelliher to operate a restaurant. Then in 1973 moved to Lanigan to open a service station and café with her son Don. She worked in the lodge in Lanigan and managed another restaurant before moving to Nipawin in 1978. Once in Nipawin, Sadie along with her husband were caretakers of an apartment complex until 1989. During her retirement years she took up carpet and lawn bowling. She traveled to many places for tournaments and made many friends and brought home several trophies and prizes. Playing cards and knitting were also pastimes she enjoyed. After her husband passed away she moved to Aspen Grove where she resided until her passing. Sadie was predeceased by her husband Bill; her Dad Joseph in 1930, her Mom Sarah in 1942; 3 infant sons: Robert, Thomas and Wayne; sons-in-law: Dennis and Steve; 6 sisters and 5 brothers. Left to cherish her memory are 6 sons: Peter (Lori), Ken, Don (Dorothy), Bill, Cliff (Laurie), Rick (Gloria); 5 daughters: Phyllis, Wilma, Ellen, Rita (Harvey), Liz (Roger); 29 grandchildren; 37 great grandchildren. Mom, you always had a special place in our hearts and we will miss you more than words can say. Funeral Service was held at the Nipawin United Church in Nipawin, Saskatchewan on Wednesday, July 6, 2005 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Shelly Manley-Tannis officiating. Honorary Pallbearers were "All Who Shared In Her Life". Pallbearers Tony Fast, Ron Forsyth, Matt Hrychuk, Jeff Dzik, Francis Forsyth and Kelly McNiven. Eulogist was Lori Forsyth. Organist was Aileen Trainor. Memorial Book Attendants were Sarah Thompson & Lorissa Hopkins. Ushers were Randal Forsyth & Jared Forsyth. Interment held at Blue Jay Cemetery. Following the service, family and friends were invited to share in a time of fellowship in the Lower Hall of the Church.
FRIESEN - Lizzie Friesen, Lanigan, Sask., Can. Aged 20 years. She was a daughter of Pre. Abraham Friesen. She was saved four years ago, and upon her death bed she gave testimony of a living hope in her Savior. She died on Mar. 8, 1912 and was buried on the 12th. Services were conducted by Herny Bartel, John Gehrbrandt, Henry Ratzlaff and E. S. Hallman.
GINGRICH - Nelda Lauretta. The death of Nelda Lauretta Gingrich aged 95 years of Lanigan, SK occurred at Central Parkland Lodge on Friday March 7, 2008. Nelda is survived by her loving family, two daughters, Grace (Edgar) Good of Tofield, AB and Viola (Ortwin) Rupp of Ailsa Craig, ON; three sons, Wayne (Judie) of White Rock, BC, Ron (Karen) of London, ON and Stewart (Karen) of St. Jacobs, BC; many grandchildren. The Funeral Service will be held in Philadelphia Mennonite Brethren Church near Watrous on Tuesday, March 11th at 2:00 p.m. Interment will take place in Sharon Cemetery. A Visitation and Viewing for family and friends will be held at Fotheringham's Funeral Chapel in Watrous on Monday at 7:00 p.m.
GREVE - Alfred Albert, 84 years of age, passed away on Tuesday October 11, 2005 at the Lanigan Hospital. Alfred will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his family. Rodney (Lana) Greve and family, Colin (Nicole) Coppens, Charla (Steven) Koenders and son, Jacob, Adrian Coppens and Sean Coppens; Tracy Greve; Murray (Madalyn) Greve and family, Marinda and Morgan; Janice (Dave) Ewen and family, Brennon, Janelle and Dean; Lloyd (Karen) Greve and family Lindsay, Jordan and Kirstin; Bruce Greve (Trisha Guest). Alfred was predeceased by his wife of 38 years, Phyllis (nee McNaughton) in 1993. In lieu of flowers donations may be directed to the Lanigan Recreation Complex, 21 Downing Drive , Lanigan, SK S0K 2M0. A Memorial Service celebrating Alfred's life will be held at the Trinity Lutheran Church, Lanigan on Saturday October 15, 2005 at 2:00 p.m.
GREVE - Edwin Robert, of Eastend, SK and formerly of Lanigan, SK, passed away at Eastend on Tuesday, February 5, 2008. Ed was born on May 28, 1922 at the Greve family farm south of Lanigan, SK. Edwin is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Lillian and by his loving children and their families: Wayne, Beverly and Bradley; Wes and Louise; Glenn, Melody, Jason, Christopher, and Michael; Lucille, Tony and Dan. He is also survived by six brothers and two sisters: Elmer and Evelyn, Doreen and Gerald Mitchinson, Gordon and Elaine, Donald and Elaine, Joyce and Karl Lenz, Allan and Myrtle, and Dennis. Edwin was predeceased by two brothers and their spouses: Herb and Rhoda, Alfred and Phyllis. A Memorial Service will be held from Eastend Memorial Hall in Eastend on Saturday, February 9th at 2:00 p.m.
GREVE - Elaine Lydia (nee Rode). The death of Mrs. Elaine Lydia Greve of Lanigan, SK, occurred at the Lanigan Hospital on Friday, January 9, 2009. She was 69 years of age. Elaine will be lovingly remembered by her two sons and three grandchildren: Sanford (Lorraine) Greve of Drayton Valley, AB, and family, Daniel, Rachel and Andrew; and Curtis Greve of Lanigan. Respecting Elaine's request, a private family funeral service will take place at the Trinity Lutheran Church, Lanigan on Saturday, January 24, 2009. Interment will take place at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Lanigan, at a future date.
GREVE - Gordon Emil. The sudden and unexpected death of Gordon Emil "G.G." Greve of Lanigan occurred at his residence on Friday, December 26, 2008. He was 74 years of age. Gordon will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 46 years, Elaine (nee Rode) Greve of Lanigan; and by their two sons and three grandchildren: Sanford (Lorraine) Greve of Drayton Valley, AB, and family, Daniel, Rachel and Andrew; and Curtis Greve of Lanigan. The Lutheran Funeral Service for Gordon will be held at the Lanigan Town Hall, Lanigan, on Saturday, January 3, 2009, at 2:00 p.m. Interment will take place at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery at a later date.
GREVE - Rhoda Elizabeth. The death of Mrs. Rhoda Elizabeth Greve age 83 years of Lanigan, SK occurred at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in Humboldt, SK on Friday, April 30, 2004. The Funeral Service will be held in Trinity Lutheran Church in Lanigan on Tuesday, May 4th at 2:00 p.m. conducted by Pastor Scott Brown. Interment will follow in Lanigan Lutheran Cemetery. Rhoda was predeceased by her husband, Herbert; sisters, Mabel, Wilda and Edna; brothers, Jack, Bert and Elmer in infancy; son-in-law, Stan Sedgwick and special friend, Ted Sedgwick. She is survived by her loving family, Reg (Ruth) Greve of Lanigan, Linda (Don) Gerlinger, East Coulee, AB, Dixie (Brian) Mackintosh, Edmonton, AB; grandchildren, Jeremy and Lane Greve, Steven Sedgwich (Mary Lou), Robert Sedwick (Stephanie), Jessie James and Grady Mackintosh; sisters, Dorothy Davidson, Jeanne (Alf) Rucks; brother-in-law, Jack Maze; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and in-laws.
GUENTHER - Shirley Margaret (nee Hodgins) 1930-2005 of Lanigan, SK, died on Monday, May 23rd, 2005. She will be dearly missed by her beloved husband of 50 years, Bud, loving children: Dawn (Kirk) Fong, Brian (Cheryl) Guenther, Judy Guenther (Reg Aupperle), Ric Guenther (Bonnie Proll) and Doug Guenther; and precious grandchildren: Carol, David and Danny Fong, Amber, Ashley and Malorie Guenther, Mitchell, Eric and Scott Babin, Ashley and Janelle Aupperle and Kaitlyn and Bradyn Proll. Shirley also leaves to mourn her brothers: Haldon (Maltie) Hodgins and Stan (Pat) Hodgins; and sisters: Evelyn Orcheson, Helen Rennie, Gladys (Lennie) McDonald, Doris Hall, Inez Sorenson; and brother-in-law, Clarence (Gladys) Guenther; and sister-in-law, Adeline Stroh. Shirley was born to Hester and Garfield Hodgins in Mortlach, SK and attended high school in Moose Jaw. She completed her nursing training in Winnipeg and moved to Lanigan to pursue her nursing career in 1951. She married Bud in 1955, raised her family and retired from nursing in 1995. She was a woman of courage and integrity with deep compassion for others and a sense of inner peace. Her life was an inspiration to us as she remained committed to her values to the end of her life. The Memorial Service in celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, May 28th at 2:00 p.m. in The Knox United Church in Lanigan, SK.
GUNTHER - Ada Ottilie (nee Prange). The death of Mrs. Ada Ottilie Gunther, age 96 years of Lanigan, SK, occurred at Central Parkland Lodge in Lanigan on Tuesday, January 27, 2004. The Funeral Service will be held in Trinity Lutheran Church, Lanigan, SK on Saturday, January 31 at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Lanigan Lutheran Cemetery. Ada was predeceased by parents, Henry (Emma Jorn) Prange; her husband, Albert in 1984; three brothers; one sister; a son-in-law, Carl Stroh; daughter-inlaw, Joyce Guenther. Ada is survived by her loving family; two sons, Bud (Shirley) Guenther, Lanigan, SK, Clarence (Gladys) Guenther, Yorkton, SK; one daughter, Adeline Stroh, Regina, SK; eleven grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; a brother, Elmer (Evelyn) Prange, Lanigan, SK; sister, Helen Torgorson, Calgary, AB; numerous nieces and nephews.
GUNTHER - Otto George. The death of Mr. Otto George Gunther of Central Parkland Lodge, Lanigan, occurred at his residence on Sunday, January 4, 2004 at the age of 95 years. Otto will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 59 years, Lydia (nee Friesen) Gunther of Lanigan; their two children, six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, Florence (Joe) Pronych of Lake Lenore and family, Evan (Lana) Pronych of Humboldt and children, Abbie Peterson, Justin Pronych and Rylan Pronych, Scott Pronych of Prince Albert and Doran (Sherri) Pronych of Southey and; Vern (Janet) Gunther of Spruce Home and family, Owen Gunther of Saskatoon, Tavia Gunther of Lake Louise, AB and Christine of Brooks, AB. The Funeral Service for Otto will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, Lanigan on Wednesday, January 7, 2004 at 2:00 p.m., officiated by Pastor Scott Brown. Interment will follow at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Lanigan.
HAMM - Lou (nee Blackport) Rodenbush Hamm passed away peacefully on September 10, 2009 at the age of 93 years. She was a resident of Sunset Haven, Carnduff, SK., but a long time resident of Glen Ewen and the Oxbow district. Lou was born to John & Fannie Blackport in Lanigan, SK., on August 21, 1916. She married Carl Rodenbush and they raised 3 daughters. She was predeceased by her husband Carl Rodenbush, her second husband Jack Hamm, son-in-law Bill Barclay, daughter and son-in-law Donna and Grant Mohagen, and son-in-law Murray Boe. Lou leaves to mourn and remember her dearly, her daughter Bonnie Boe (Barclay), 100 Mile House B.C., Peggy (Norm) Bonk of Edmonton; 5 grandchildren, Charmaine Boe, Carla (Matt) Fuller, Paula (Brian) Derby, Keri (Jason) Dolynchuk and Chad (Paula) Bonk; 3 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild, also many friends and loved ones. We as a family have been handed down her ever loved receipes, that she enjoyed making and we so much enjoyed eating! She loved her garden and also was a very talented seamstress. She loved to knit and crochet of which we all have enjoyed the beautiful product of. Her home was always open to all who came, to enjoy a coffee, visit, or a wonderful meal of goodies from her garden. We will miss you Mom and Grandma, but we know that you are with your Lord and Savior! Cremation has taken place. A memorial gathering will be at a later date.
HISLOP - Florence Mae (nee Slater) passed away peacefully with her family by her side at the Moose Mountain Lodge, Carlyle, Feb. 27, 2006 at the age of 75. Florence grew up on a farm and attended school in the Lanigan area. After leaving school Florence began employment as a telephone switchboard operator at Elstow, Sask., eventually ending up in Edmonton doing the same type of work at Metals Ltd. This is where she met her husband John . They were married and lived in Edmonton for 13 years before moving back to the family farm at Arcola, Sk., in 1965. They eventually moved into Arcola where Florence cooked at Brock Union Hospital for 17 years. After retiring they moved to Kenosee Lake for 2 years, back to Arcola, then down to Estevan, and finally back to Arcola. Florence was predeceased by her parents, Albert and Helen Slater, 3 brothers, Edwin, Joseph, and Ken Slater. She is survived by two sisters, Ethel Huculak (Saskatoon) and Hilda Shields (Regina), one bro! ther, Clarence Slater (Saskatoon), her husband John of 53 years, and her 3 daughters, Kathy Lawless (Barry), Marion Hingston (Dana) and Helen Fornwald (Devon), and 6 grandchildren. The family would like to thank the staff at both the Lodge at Carlyle and Sundown Haven in Carnduff for the thoughtful and loving care Florence received and also a very special thank you to Sister Lucille for the many hours she spent helping Florence until the end. In keeping with Florence's wishes there will be no funeral other than a graveside service at Percy Cemetery at a later date with Earla McKinnell officiating.
HOLMLUND - Amanda. The very sudden and unexpected death of Amanda Holmlund, 28 years, of Lanigan occurred at the Lanigan Hospital on Sunday, September 9, 2007. Amanda will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her mother, Linda Holmlund; two brothers: Rob (Robbin) Holmlund and family, Arik and Anne and Layne (Cara) Holmlund and family, Damon and Elisa all of Lanigan. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, September 14, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. from Trinity Lutheran Church Lanigan.
HUEBERT - Mary (nee Matthies) passed away on Friday, May 7, 2004, at Central Park Lodge, in Lanigan, SK, at age 90. She was born on February 7, 1914, at Pleshanoff, Neu Zamara, South Russia to Cornelius and Suzanna Matthies. The family immigrated to Canada in 1925 and homesteaded at Rabbit Lake, SK. She married John Huebert on June 30, 1940, and together they farmed first at Beechy and later at Waldheim, SK. In 1964 John and Mary sold the farm and moved to Saskatoon. In 1984 they returned to Waldheim. Mary loved people. Her greatest joy was to gather friends and family around her well-laden table, to enjoy its delights with much conversation and joviality. She was a very positive person who lived confidently, in reliance on God. After John passed away in 1994, Mary moved to Lanigan to be near her son Dennis. Although she suffered the gradual debilitation of Parkinson's disease, she maintained her interest in her church, family, friends and acquaintances. Mary is survived by sons, Alfred (Marlene) Huebert, Dennis (Judy) Huebert, and Timothy (Karen) Huebert, eight grandchildren, two great grandchildren, and her sisters, Helen Jantzen and Katie (Nick) Wall. She was predeceased by her husband John Huebert; brothers Cornelius Matthies, John Matthies, George Matthies, and Abe Isaac; sisters, Annie Klassen, Elizabeth Giesbrecht, Kathryn Schroeder, Susie Thiessen; and grandson Phillip Huebert. Memorial donations may be directed to the Gideon Memorial Bible Plan. The Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, May 12, 2004 at 10:30 am, from the Christian Fellowship Church, in Lanigan, SK. Interment will follow at the Brotherfield Cemetery at 4:30 pm.
IRWIN - Mary Flora (nee Campbell) Irwin November 4th, 1910 November 23rd, 2004. Mary passed away peacefully at her residence, Stensrud Lodge. She was born in the Burr District and attended the Morven School, completing her schooling in Humboldt. She then attended Normal School in Saskatoon in the early thirties. She taught at the Wheat Heart School (North of Borden), Harris, Shell Lake and Rose Valley. She married Murray Irwin on October 17th, 1935. Her life on the farm in the Borden area was busy tending to livestock, garden, cooking, washing and mending clothes, and raising her children. They moved to Lanigan in 1961 and she worked as an assistant cook for many years. In 1988, she became a resident at Stensrud Lodge. Mary loved music and dancing. She is dearly loved and remembered by her daughter, Janette (Ed) Pilon of Saskatoon, SK; son, Dale Irwin of Abbotsford, BC; five grandchildren, Linda (Dave) Pisio, Glen (Lisa) Pilon, Jeff (Dianne) Pilon, Rick (Amanda) Pilon, and Brad Pilon (Ashley); eight great grandchildren, Brett and Brady Pisio; Adam, Kurt, and Megan Pilon; Waylon and Sage Pilon; and Isabella Pilon; sisters, Flora Dundas and Katherine McConnell; sister-in-law, Winnie Irwin; many nieces, nephews and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Murray; her parents, Angus and Janet; her sister, Joan Campbell; also infant sister and brother; brothers-in-law, Harold Dundas and Kenneth McConnell. The Service of Remembrance will be held on Tuesday, November 30th at 10:00 a.m. at Stensrud Lodge Chapel, 2202 McEown Ave. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Assoc. of Sask (1405 Faulkner Cres., Saskatoon, SK, S7L 3R5) or the Canadian Diabetes Assoc. (P.0. Box 12013 STN BRM B, Toronto, ON M7Y 2L3). Special thanks to the staff at Stenrud Lodge for their care and compassion to our Mom over the years.
INDZEOSKI - Janet (nee Samoleski), 1923 - 2004. The family of Janet Indzeoski are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Mom, Grandma, and Great Grandma on Thursday, October 7, 2004, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Mom died peacefully in her home, with her family by her side. Janet is survived by her children, Darlyne McKenzie (Al) and their daughter and grand-daughter, Michelle and Janessa McKenzie; Ken (Dianne) Indzeoski and their children and grand-children, Kris (Karla) and Ty, Ryan (Lori) and Addesyn, Andrea (fiance Byron Nolan); David (Nelda) Indzeoski and their children, Amy and Steven. By her sisters, Anne (Walter) Wille, Albina (Wilf) Wisser, Nell Litz, Marge (Dennis) McMahon, Louise (Ted) Stadnichuk, Rose (Art) Boyle; brother, Stan (Joyce) Samoleski; sisters-in-law, Ethel Samoleski, Helen, Mary, Elsie and Sally Indzeoski, Pauline Komarnicki, Mary Gabruch; and brothers-in-law, Roman (Anne) and Harry (Mary) Indzeoski. Predeceased by her husband, Nick in April 1990; sister, Victoria (Samoleski) Wilkesheski; brothers, Mike and Edward Samoleski; three sisters in childhood; brothers-in-law, Mike Wilkesheski, Franklin Litz, Mike, Frank, Tony and John Indzeoski, Tony Smood, Bill Komarnicki, Alex Gabruch and Fred Boyenko; sisters-in-law, Peggy Samoleski, Jenni Smood, Mary (Harry) Indzeoski and Verna Boyenko. Janet was born on Sunday, July 8, 1923 on the homestead in Lanigan, SK, the 4th of 14 children. On May 24, 1947 she married Nick Indzeoski, and they opened a restaurant/bus depot in Humboldt, which they operated together for 8 years. In 1955 they moved to Saskatoon and in 1961 Janet joined the staff at the Bay Cafeteria where she became a familiar friendly face to staff and customers for the next 27 years, an achievement in which she took great pride. A very family oriented person, it was one of mom's great pleasures to host many family gatherings in her home, where we were all privileged to enjoy her exceptional home-cooked feasts. When she wasn't cooking for us, she was busy enjoying her weekly Saturday morning visits to the Farmers' Market, the occasional bingo game, and taking her grandchildren and great grandchildren for a bus ride to go shopping downtown, and to the `Bay' for lunch. Those are special outings that they will always remember doing with their `baba'. Mom was also an active member of St. George's UCWL where she enjoyed many lively sessions of perogie-making and paskabaking with the other members. Prayers will be held on Thursday, October 14, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at Park Funeral Chapel, (311 Third Avenue North, Saskatoon, SK). The Divine Liturgy will be celebrated on Friday, October 15, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at the Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral of St. George (214 Avenue M South, Saskatoon, SK) with Rt. Rev. Vladimir Mudri, Celebrant. Interment will take place in Woodlawn Catholic Cemetery.
KENNEDY - Ivan S. of Lanigan passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2009, in Lanigan. He was 80 years of age. Ivan was born on September 17, 1928, to Robert and Elizabeth Kennedy in Wolfe, SK. He worked at various jobs over the years, including with the C.P.R., Thomas Motors, and the Town of Lanigan. Ivan is best remembered province-wide as a highlyskilled backhoe operator, an occupation he pursued from 1958 to 1977. Ivan loved to operate any kind of machinery. In his leisure, he enjoyed spending time with family and friends, playing cards, dancing, and going for coffee with "the boys." Ivan is survived by his wife of 57 years, Bernice (nee Thomas) Kennedy of Lanigan; one son, David (Pam) Kennedy of Airdrie, AB; two daughters and four grandchildren: Christine Kennedy (Lou Smith) of Saskatoon and family, Christopher and Scott; and Bettyanne (Ken) Williams of Lanigan and family, Cheryl and Jeff; sister-in-law, Alice Silvester of Saskatoon; and by his nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; brother, Roy Silvester; sister, Irene (Max) Torrance; and by nephew, Gordon Torrance. In accordance with Ivan's wishes, a private family graveside interment service will take place at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in Lanigan at a later date.
KEW - Marjorie Caroline (nee Lien) resident of the Lestock Integrated Health Centre, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 30th 2006. She was 79 years of age. Marjorie was born on May 4, 1927 at Lanigan, Saskatchewan; to proud parents Halvor and Dorothy (nee Mehew) Lien. She attended Lanigan School till grade 10 and completed her education at Kelliher School. During her younger years, she worked at the Kelliher Creamery, a store and the café. While working at the café she started dating Lorne Kew. They were united in marriage on November 20, 1946 at the United Church manse in Kelliher. This union was blessed with six children. Marjorie was a true homemaker, she loved baking buns and pies, canning fruit, gardening and knitting. She also worked alongside her husband at the Kelliher School for 32 years until their retirement in 1983. Marjorie was an active member of the Kelliher Legion Auxillary and in the Kelliher Heritage Museum. Her hobbies were curling, bird watching, playing cards, reading and spending time with her family and friends. Marjorie became a resident of the Lestock Integrated Health Centre in April of 2003 after suffering a stroke. Predeceased by her husband Lorne on August 24, 1992; her parents, Halvor & Dorothy Ette; sons Brian and Barry; a brother, John Lien; sisters: Gladys Lien and Dorothy May Lien; brothers-in-law: Morris Kew, Wesley Kew, Murray Braithwaite, August Wilderman, and Enard Faure; sisters-in-law: Elsie Wilderman, Lillian Kew, Evelyn Braithwaite and Nellie Kew. Marjorie leaves to mourn her passing and to celebrate her life: sons: Kirby (Phyllis), and Douglas (Sharon), all of Kelliher; daughters: Vivian Kew of Weyburn and Lauren (Cliff) Forsyth of Biggar; a daughter-in-law, Valerie Kew of Regina; grandchildren: Becky, Trevor, Farrah, Jeremy, Michelle (Jake), Amanda, Tim (Leah), Allyson, Christina, Bernadette, Mathew, Janine (Doug) and Jared; great grandchildren: MacKenzie, Kiera, Zachery, Jocelyn and Abigail. Also a brother-in-law, William Kew; and sisters-in-law: Ada Faure, Francis Kew and Musa Lien, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The funeral service was held on Thursday, December 7, 2006 from St. Vladimir's Church in Kelliher. Rev. Brian Mee of the United Church of Canada officiated. Organist, Lenore Rein led members of the church choir and the congregation in the singing of the hymns Amazing Grace and In the Garden. The choir anthem was One Day At A Time. Eugene Owerko gave the eulogy. The interment followed in the Kelliher Memorial Gardens with grandsons Trevor, Jeremy, Tim, and Mathew Kew, Jared Forsyth and Jake Knowles serving as the casketbearers. Members of the Royal Canadian Legion, Kelliher branch #219 attended as a group and formed and honour guard at the church. Arrangements were entrusted to Bailey's Funeral Home.
KOKOTYLO - Mary (nee Paproski). The death of Mrs. Mary Kokotylo, 99 years, of Extendicare/ Preston, Saskatoon and formerly of Lanigan, occurred at her residence on Monday, November 17, 2003. Mary was born on December 24, 1903 to Michael and Theresa (nee Sharanowski) Paproski in Manitoba. When Mary was very young, the family moved to the Lanigan area, where she attended Valleyfield School. In 1914, her mother died, and Mary, along with her older sister, Sophie, took on the responsibility of raising their younger siblings. On May 21, 1931, she married Nick Kokotylo at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church in Lanigan. They spent their married life on their farm north of Lanigan, where Mary worked side by side with Nick. Nick died in 1963 and shortly thereafter, Mary left the farm. For the last number of years, she had received nursing care at numerous facilities in Saskatoon. Mary, the last surviving member of her family, is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Nick Kokotylo and by two sisters and three brothers: Sophie Grymaloski, Cyril Paproski, Martin Paproski, Nellie Stadnichuk, and Bennie Paproski. The Funeral Service for Mary will be held at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Lanigan on Saturday, November 29, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. officiated by Rev. Fr. Emil April. Interment will follow at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Cemetery.
KOPPERUD - Aagoht Bernice passed away quietly in Harry Purdy Pavilion on Thursday, July 17, 2003 at the age of 89. Aagoht was born August 28, 1913 in Saskatoon and raised at Lanigan, Sask. She began her career as a schoolteacher in Sask. Following WWII she moved to Vancouver where she worked as the Assistant Treasurer with Gulf and Fraser Fishermen's Credit Union and the Vancouver Fishermen's Settlement Service before opening her own consulting business, Kopperud Income Tax Service, in 1972. Aag is survived by her twin brother Dion (wife Juanita) and sister Ruth Hillis (husband Dick) of California, her brother Herbert (wife Jean) of Lanigan and Walter of LeRoy, Saskatchewan; her nephews, Gerald, Garry and Clair Kopperud; her nieces, Margaret Faktor, Dianne Bartel, Lynne Blair, Joyce Holland, Florence Parohl, Gail Hanson, Connie Dickson and Donna Porten; as well as her many great-nephews, nieces and godchildren. She was predeceased by her sister Edith Clifford; brother-in-law Fred, and sisters-in-law, Alice (husband Dion) and Irene (husband Walter).
KOPPERUD - Jean (nee Cooper). The sudden and unexpected death of Mrs. Jean (nee Cooper) Kopperud of Saskatoon, (and formerly of Lanigan), occurred at Moose Jaw Union Hospital, Moose Jaw, on Saturday, June 3, 2006. She was 89 years of age. Jean will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her husband of 60 years, Herb Kopperud; five daughters: Margaret (John) Faktor, Dianne (Herb) Bartel, Lynne Blair, Joyce (Kim) Holland, and Florence (Wayne) Parohl; grandchildren: Chris (Michelle) Faktor, David (Jewel) Faktor, Bob Faktor, Amber Faktor, Cori Bartel, Craig Bartel, Blake Holland, Boyd Holland, Stuart Holland, Victoria Parohl, and Justin Parohl; great-grandchildren: Jonathan Faktor, Sarah Faktor, Eric Faktor, and Breanna Clark-Bartel; brother-in-law, Walter Kopperud; nieces and nephews: Gerald (Jean) Kopperud, Garry (Shelley) Kopperud, Clair (Susan) Kopperud, Gail (Chris) Hanson, Connie (Wayne) Dickson, Donna (Garret) Porten, and their families; and by many special friends she made throughout her life. She was predeceased by her parents, Ella and Jesse Cooper; son-in-law, Gilbert Blair; parents-in-law, Augusta and Iver Kopperud; sisters-in-law: Aagoht Kopperud, Edith (Fred) Clifford, Ruth (Dick) Hillis, and Irene Kopperud; and by brother-in-law, Dion (Alice, Juanita) Kopperud. The Funeral Service for Jean will be held at Knox United Church, Lanigan, on Saturday, June 10, 2006, at 2:00 p.m., officiated by Rev. George Holliday. Interment will follow at the Lanigan Public Cemetery.
LEGGETT - Eva Luella (nee Kirkness), age 88 years of Lanigan, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2009. Eva will be remembered for her power of the written word, her love of reading and learning, her knitting and quilting and for the love she had for her entire family. She will be lovingly remembered by her four children: Allen (Deirdre) Leggott of Saskatoon; John (Carole) Leggott of Melville; George (Carollynn) Leggott of Saskatoon; and Lisa (Clark) Huard of Mayfair; 13 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. The Funeral Service for Eva will be held on Saturday, January 24, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Knox United Church, Lanigan, officiated by Rev. Daryl Woods. Interment will follow in the Lanigan Public Cemetery.
LEVESCONTE - Michael. It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Mr. Michael (Mike) LeVesconte, of Lanigan Saskatchewan, occurred at Royal University Hospital, Saskatoon on Sunday June 20, 2004. He was 64 years of age. He is survived by his wife, Pat; two children, Philip (Jennifer) LeVesconte of Terrace, BC and family Jacy and Kirsten of Dundurn and Tynan of Terrace; Michele (Kevin) Jarocki of Fort Qu' Appelle and family Bryn, Lane, and Christian. The Funeral Service will be held on Thursday June 24, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. from Trinity Lutheran Church, Lanigan, SK with Pastor Scott Brown officiating.
MACALA - Lorne Macala, age 64, passed away suddenly at his residence in Saskatoon on Friday, September 19, 2008. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 4, 2008 at Westwood Funeral Chapel. Interment to follow at the graveside of his parents in the Lanigan Cemetery.
MANN - Laurence. It is with profound sadness that the family of Laurence Mann, of Lanigan, announces his death at Lanigan Hospital on Sunday, March 19, 2006. He was 80 years of age. Laurence will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his wife of 49 years, Doreen (nee Davidson) Mann of Lanigan; and by their four children, nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild, Jenny (Larry) Sather and family, Cameron Sather and Cassandra Sather, all of Saskatoon; Darrell Mann (Ingrid Manz) of Lanigan and family, Julie (Robert) Heckman of Vacaville, CA and their son, Tommy and Christopher Mann of Humboldt; Sandy (Darcy) Leffler and family, Danielle Leffler and Kailee Leffler, all of Saskatoon; and Wes Mann of Wynyard and family, Tyler Froess of Saskatoon, Sean Mann of Lloydminster and Riley Mann of Humboldt. The Funeral Service for Laurence will be held at the Christian Fellowship Church, Lanigan on Thursday, March 23, 2006 at 2:00 p.m., officiated by Pastor Steven White. Interment will follow at the Lanigan Public Cemetery.
MARTIN - Marion Johnston (nee Mackey) of Richmond died September 13, 2005 and is survived by her son Terrence, three grandchildren and one great-grandson. She was born in 1910 in Lanigan, Saskatchewan, the second of six children of Robert George Mackey from Peterborough and Mary Johnston of Kingston. She lived in Dauphin and Winnipeg in Manitoba before retiring to British Columbia after 1970 with her husband, Richard McGregor Martin who died in 1984. A graveside service will be held Saturday, September 17 at 1:00 in Valley View Gardens on 72nd Avenue in Surrey.
MAZURKEWICH - Eleanor Florence (nee Pratt), December 25, 1939 - September 20, 2008. It is with our deepest sadness that we announce the passing of Eleanor Florence Mazurkewich of Lanigan, SK on Saturday, September 20, 2008. She lost her battle with cancer and is lovingly remembered by her husband, Jim of ten years; her son, Ken (Melanie) Sparks; daughter, Tanya Otto (Rob Gingera); stepsons, Clinton (Melanie) Mazurkewich, Calvin (Michelle) Mazurkewich, Clayton (Theresa) Mazurkewich, Clark Mazurkewich and Curtis Mazurkewich; grandchildren, Dalton Sparks and Alexandre Sparks; step-grandchildren, Meaghan, Mitchell, Darnel and Dallas Mazurkewich. She is also survived and remembered by brothers, Mel (Penny) Pratt, Irv (Presilla) Pratt, John (Nancy) Pratt; sister, Darlene (Gary) Fisher and foster sister, Dallas (Lyle) McGowan. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by both her parents, Hannah and Wilfred Pratt. She had so many friends that loved her dearly, too many to mention. A Service to Celebrate Eleanor's Life will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Hillcrest Memorial Home (east on 8th Street, turn right before the railway track), Saskatoon, SK, officiated by Rev. Fr. Andre Lalach. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Special thanks and acknowledgements go to Lana Bleile, Dr. Yadav and Dr. Roy Chernoff; the doctor and staff at the Lanigan Hospital for the care and special attention they gave to Eleanor during her battle.
McCONNELL - Katherine "Doady". July 29, 1914 - September 22, 2008. Katherine passed away peacefully at Stensrud Lodge at the age of 94 years. Katherine is survived by her children, Norm; Ken (Myrna); Mal ( Alana) and their children, Calvin, Kim, Ryan and Dustin; Ron (Dianne) and their children, Ken and Rob; Joan (Bruce) Bouthillette and their children, Allison, Michelle and Brad; twelve great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Katherine was predeceased by her husband, Ken "Shorty" and her three sisters, Flora, Mary and Joan. Katherine was born in Humboldt, SK in 1914 and married Ken in 1942 where they farmed in the Lanigan area. They relocated to Viscount where they raised their family until Ken's passing in 1965. Katherine and children then moved to Saskatoon where she enjoyed gardening, music and devoted most of her time to her children. The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, September 26th at 11:00 a.m. from St. Martin's United Church. Interment to follow at Lanigan Cemetery.
McEACHERN - Allan Gerald. The death of Allan Gerald "Jerry " McEachern of Lanigan occurred at Lanigan Hospital on Wednesday, August 8, 2007. Jerry will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his wife of 57 years, Lucille McEachern of Lanigan; their eight children: Douglas (Julie) McEachern of Clavet; Deb McEachern of Doha, Qatar; Don (Colleen) McEachern of Kelowna, BC; Bill (Sandy) McEachern of Kelowna; John McEachern of Lanigan; Dorothy McEachern (Gary Johnstone) of Calgary, AB; David McEachern (Dianne Pitt) of Saskatoon and Scott (Sherry) McEachern of Saskatoon; and three sisters and one brother: Ellen Hawthorne of Victoria, BC; Margaret (Al) Proctor of Vernon, BC; Josephine Russel and Pius McEachern, both of Saskatoon. The Funeral Mass for Jerry will be offered on Saturday, August 11, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Lanigan, celebrated by Fr. Louis Hoffart, OMI. The interment will follow in St. Ignatius Roman Catholic Cemetery, Sinnett.
MEARS - Samuel "Tom" passed away on November 24, 2007 at the age of 73 years. He will be sadly missed by his wife, Mary; and his daughters, Laura (Perry) Bryksa, Cheryl (Chad) Sinclair and Tammy (Darren) Bowey. He will also be greatly missed by his eight grandchildren, Skylar, Evan, Aaron, Tyson, Dana, Wyatt, Veronica and Devin. Tom is also survived by his two brothers, Jerry (Madeline), Bob (Linda); and one sister, Margaret (Ed); as well as numerous in-laws, nieces, nephews and special friends. Tom was predeceased by his parents, James and Mae Mears; brothers, Bill, Joe, Charlie; and sisters, Sarah and Shirley. There will be no funeral service and a celebration of Tom's life will be held on December 8th in Lanigan.
MYSKIW - Willa Kathryn (nee Browne) passed away at Lanigan Hospital, Lanigan on Sunday January 2, 2005, at the age of 75. Willa is lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her husband Eugene Myskiw of Lanigan; three daughters and four grandchildren. Maurena (Gordon) Wyatt of Broadview and family, Haley Wyatt (special friend Bill) of Calgary and Ashley Wyatt of Saskatoon; Kathryn (David) Arnst of Jansen and family, Lyndsay Arnst of Saskatoon and Brandon Arnst of Jansen; Patricia (Jim) Isbister of Drake. The Funeral Service for Willa will be held on Thursday January 6, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. from the Knox United Church, Lanigan with Rev. George Holliday officiating and LaVerne Jantz assisting. Interment will follow at the Lanigan Cemetery.
NAKONESHNY - Anne. The death of Mrs. Anne (nee Huculak) Nakoneshny of St. Joseph's Nursing Home, Saskatoon, (and formerly of Lanigan), occurred at her residence on Friday, August 10, 2007. She was 93 years of age and the last surviving member of her generation in the Huculak family. Anne will be lovingly remembered by four sons and one daughter: Don (Rita) Nakoneshny of Saskatoon; Bill Nakoneshny of Calgary, AB; Gerald (Shelagh) Nakoneshny of Richmond, BC; Betty Nakoneshny of Saskatoon; and Philip Nakoneshny of Ladner, BC; daughterin-law, Elizabeth Nakoneshny of Regina; 13 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren; and by numerous nieces and nephews. The Prayer Service for Anne will be held on Tuesday, August 14, 2007, at 7:30 p.m., and the Funeral Mass will be offered on Wednesday, August 15, 2007, at 10:30 a.m., celebrated by Fr. Louis Hoffart, OMI. Both services will be held at St. Mary's R.C. Church, Lanigan. Interment will follow at Sacred Heart U.C. Cemetery in the Elmsville district eight miles north of Lanigan.
NAKONESHNY - William. The death of Mr. William "Bill" Nakoneshny of Lanigan, SK occurred on Friday, September 9, 2005 at the Lanigan Hospital, Lanigan, SK. He was 92 years of age. Bill is lovingly remembered by his wife, Nellie (Nee Kieltyka) Nakoneshny of Lanigan and their children, Sharon (Russ) Aney of Wetaskiwin, AB, Ralph Nakoneshny of Lanigan, SK, Marion (Ernie) Spilchuk of Ituna, SK, Geraldine (Bernard) Paproski of Lanigan, SK, Theresa (Daryl) Bernauer of Foam Lake, SK, Chris (Terry) Moir of Calgary, AB, Jim (Pat) Nakoneshny of Saskatoon, SK and son-in-law, Murray Burrows of Saskatoon, SK. Bill was predeceased by his daughter, Marjorie Burrows (2001). The Prayer Service for Bill will be held on Monday, September 12, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. and the Funeral Mass will be offered on Tuesday, September 13, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. celebrated by Rev. Fr. Louis Hoffart, OMI. Both services will be held at St. Mary's R.C. Church, Lanigan, SK. Interment will follow at the Sacred heart U.C. Cemetery in the Elmsville District, Lanigan, SK.
PAULSON - Edgar Mossis. The death of Mr. Edgar Morris Paulson, 88 years, of Central Parkland Lodge, Lanigan occurred at his residence on Monday, January 9, 2006. Edgar is survived by his four children and 16 grandchildren: son, Lyle (Wendy) Paulson and children, Travis and Vanessa, of Lanigan; daughter, Ruth (Grant) Whitmore and children, Reece, Brianna, Gavin and Olivia, of Saskatoon; daughter, Carol (Gerald) Friesen and children, Jocelyn, Vaughn, Theo, Charity, Adelle and Isaac, of Saskatoon; and son, Gary Paulson (Patti Schwartz) and children, Shea and Sasha Tchorzewski and Dallas and Kyle Schwartz. The Funeral Service for Edgar will be held on Saturday, January 14, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. from Knox United Church, Lanigan with Rev. George Holliday officiating. Interment will follow in the Lanigan Cemetery.
PERRY - Harvey James, May 10, 1925 - December 31, 2002. It is with great sorrow we announce the sudden and unexpected death of Harvey James Perry. He was born in Lanigan, SK and grew up in Moose Jaw, SK. He moved to Vancouver, BC in 1947 and then to Calgary in 1977 where he retired. Harvey's memory will be forever cherished by his loving wife of fifty-six years, Isobel (nee Brinsdon); two daughters, Donna Friesen and Brenda Perry, both of Calgary; grandson Rob (Barb) Martel and great-grandsons, Trevin and Ryan Martel, Aldergrove, BC; two brothers, Gordon (Ida) Perry, Ladysmith, BC and Keith Perry, Burnaby, BC; brother-in-law Fred (Helen) Brinsdon, Sardis, BC; and his many nieces, nephews and cousins. Harvey was predeceased by his infant son Bobby in 1950, his father Bob Perry in 1957, and his mother May Perry (nee Peebles) in 1991. "Rest with the Lord, until we meet again through Christ." The family wishes to thank Dr. Mayer and the Rockyview Hospital Emergency Room staff and EMS staff for their care and compassion given to Harvey and his family. Special thoughts of appreciation for the kindnesses shown and the friendliness given, to the staff and residents of Ward 3AB in the Colonel Belcher Hospital where Harvey resided for the last eleven months. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOME (17 Avenue and 2 Street S.W.) on Sunday, January 5, 2003 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Private Graveside Service will be held at Eden Brook Memorial Gardens. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, January 6, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. at the Fraternal Order of Eagles 2098 Hall (9305 - 5 Street S.E.).
PLASTER - Ernest Leslie. The death of Dr. Ernest Leslie (Doc) Plaster aged 82 years of Mesa, Arizona, occurred at the Lanigan Union Hospital, Lanigan, SK, on Wednesday, May 2, 2001. The Memorial Service will be held at Fotheringham's Funeral Chapel, Watrous, SK on Saturday, May 5 at 2:00 p.m. conducted by Rev. Alison West. Cremation with internment at a later date. Predeceased by his parents Robert and Kate (Waldren) Plaster; brother Bert; brothers-in-law Sandy Blair and Hugh Strong. Ernie is survived by sons Don (Linda); Bob (Janice); daughters Judy (Al) Graham; Jacquie (Ron) Skage; brother Cyril (Lillian) Plaster; sisters Ida Blair, Victoria (Morley) Decker, Grace Strong, Connie (Bob) Nelson; Ella Plaster; sister-in-law Margaret Plaster; as well as grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
PRANGE - Alvin 1922 - 2004. Alvin Prange of Calgary passed away at the Foothills Hospital into the presence of God on Sunday, January 18, 2004 at the age of 81 years. Alvin was born and raised near Lanigan, SK where he farmed before moving to Calgary in 1957. He worked as a gardener at Currie Barracks for twenty-four years where he meticulously tended the many flowerbeds, grounds and greenhouse. He enjoyed his work and retired in 1986. He is survived by his loving wife of fifty-one years, Vera. Alvin is also survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law, Lorne and Myles and Leslie; three grandchildren, Andrew, Allison and Daniel; two sisters, Ada Gunther and Helen Torgerson; a brother Elmer; as well as many relatives and friends. Memorial Services will be held at Christ Lutheran Church (4211 Richmond Road S.W.) on Saturday, January 24, 2004 at 1:30 p.m. Many thanks to the staff on Unit 111 at the Foothills Hospital for their kind and professional care during Alvin's stay.
PRANGE - Elmer Arthur. The death of Elmer Arthur Prange, 90 years of Lanigan, occurred at Lanigan Health Centre on Monday, December 22, 2008. Elmer is survived by his wife, Evelyn; son, Don (Norma) Prange and daughter Sharon (Jim) Moir, all of Lanigan. The Funeral Service, officiated by Pastor Rick Johnson, will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, Lanigan on Sunday, December 28, 2008 at 2:00 p.m.
PRANGE - Evelyn Adelma (nee Eichorst). The death of Mrs. Evelyn Adelma Prange, 81 years, of Lanigan, occurred at Lanigan Integrated Hospital on Wednesday, May 6, 2009. Evelyn is survived by her son, Don (Norma) Prange and daughter, Sharon (Jim) Moir, all of Lanigan. She was predeceased by her husband, Elmer Prange. The Funeral Service for Evelyn will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, Lanigan on Monday, May 11, 2009 at 2:30 p.m, officiated by Pastor Rick Johnson.
RATH - Wilhelm Rudolf. In loving memory of Wilhelm (Bill) Rudolf Rath (August 26, 1929 - October 22, 2008) With heavy hearts we announce his passing at the Wynyard Union Hospital on October 22, 2008, with his wife; his children, and grandchildren by his side. Bill was born in Lanigan grew up on the family farm and went to Horton school a few miles down the road and then to Balfour Tech in Regina (where he learned to dance!). His education was cut short when he was called home to farm. In 1955 he met and married Shirley Hunter from Watson, together in this union they had four wonderful children. Kim (Colin Blyth) Children: Lindsay, Lauren, Holly (Lavern Sveinbjornson) Children: Jared, Janelle, Chad, Darren (Bernice Schueller) Children: Griffin, Brittney, Craig (Audrey Sonntag) Children: Katelyn, Grace. He enjoyed all of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren very much. Bill was predeceased by his parents, Theodore and Augusta, two sisters, Elmira and Louise. Bill is survived by his loving wife and dance partner Shirley of 53 years. Daughters Kim, Holly, Sons, Darren, and Craig. Nine grandchildren, three greatgrandchildren, Emily 10 years old, Taiya 4 years, Tianna 2 years, Nolan 2 months. Sisters, Erna, Evelyn and Vera. Private Family Interment will be held at the Emanuel Lutheran Cemetery on October 26.
RAUSCHER - Horst. The death of Mr. Horst Rauscher, of Saskatoon, SK (formerly of Lanigan), occurred at St. Paul's Hospital, Saskatoon on Thursday, October 25, 2007. Horst was born on July 21, 1940 to Karl and Rosa (nee Tobisch) Rauscher in Fischern, Germany. After completing his Grade 8 education in Schotten, Horst enrolled in a four-year course at a trade school where he attained his certificate as an electrician. On April 22, 1962 Horst married Margarete Barth and they immigrated to Canada in 1967. Initially they resided in Nokomis and then relocated to Lanigan in 1968. He began his career at the Alwinsal Potash Mine, now known as the Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan (Lanigan Division). He bagan as an electrician and then advanced to hoist supervisor, until his retirement in 2000. He was a member of Ducks Unlimited and the Dellwood Fish and Game Club. Horst had a passion for the outdoors, fishing and hunting with his best buddies, Dennis, Fritz, Ray and Norman. A man with a great sense of humor, he never ran out of stories to tell, especially while sitting around the campfire. Horst is survived by his wife of 45 years, Margarete (nee Barth) Rauscher of Saskatoon; daughter, Michaela (Don) Stratuliak of Winnnipeg, MB and grandson Nicholas; son, Andreas Rauscher (fiancee Heather Kerr) of Moose Jaw; and sister, Edeltraud Knaup of Germany. He was predeceased by his parents, Karl and Rosa (nee Tobish) Rauscher. The Funeral Service for Horst will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, Lanigan on Saturday, November 3, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. The service will be officiated by Pastor Scott Brown. Interment will take place at a later date.
REDEKOPP - Lawrence Adolph Redekopp passed away Apr. 23, 1998 from a heart attack. He was born July 24, 1923 to Abram and Justina Redekopp near Kelstern, Sask. At 14, he accepted Christ; he was baptized Aug. 17, 1941, joining Elim MB Church. He went to Bible school in Herbert, Sask. 3 years and then 1 year in Three Hills, Alta. After high school, he went to Normal School in Moose Jaw, Sask. He taught public school at Greenfarm, Sask. for 2 years. He married Martha Klassen Apr. 14, 1949. In 1950 he entered a children's ministry in Swift Current, Sask.; he was ordained in 1953 and continued to serve 3 more years. He was pastor of West Portal MB Church, Saskatoon for 7 years and director of Saskatchewan MB church extension for 10 years. He served on various committees and boards in the Saskatchewan and Canadian MB conferences. He pastored a new church in Lanigan, Sask. 1972-85, seeing the Lord work in many lives and experiencing great blessings. In 1986 he suffered a heart attack. He then went into part-time ministry, helping churches for short periods. He constantly marvelled at God's goodness and faithfulness in his own life. Predeceased by 1 sister and 4 brothers, he is mourned by Martha; children Cal, Wayne and Elwood, all of Saskatoon, and Barbara Karelse of Pickering, Ont.; 9 grandchildren; 5 brothers and 3 sisters. The funeral was Apr. 27 in Christian Fellowship Church, Lanigan, with Abe Klassen ministering.
RODE - The death of Albert Rode aged 93 years of Lanigan SK occurred at Central Parkland Lodge in Lanigan on Saturday March 11, 2006. The Funeral Service will be held in Trinity Lutheran Church in Lanigan on Tuesday March 14th at 2:00 p.m. A Public Visitation and Viewing will be held in the church on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. with a private family interment following at 11:45 a.m. For those so wishing donations to the Canadian Bible Society, Trinity Lutheran Church or a Charity of your Choice would be appreciated.
RUCKS - Alfred. The death of Mr. Alfred Rucks of Lanigan occurred at his residence on Saturday, November 26, 2005. He was 82 years of age. Alfred will be lovingly remembered by his wife Jeanne (nee Thompson) Rucks of Lanigan, SK; five children, Ron (Carole) Rucks of Prince Albert, Kathy Peterson (Clay Brander) of Saskatoon, Tim (Kim) Rucks of Warman, Ellen Dotten (Morley Strong) and Bev (Doug) Ehalt all of Lanigan; nine grandchildren; and one great granddaughter. The Funeral Service for Alfred will be held on Wednesday, November 30, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. from Trinity Lutheran Church, Lanigan officiated by Pastor Scott Brown. Interment will follow at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Lanigan.
RUCKS - Dean Murray, November 14, 1965 - December 8, 2004. Dean Murray Rucks of Lanigan, SK, passed away suddenly in the early hours of December 8, 2004 at Saskatoon City Hospital. He leaves to mourn his special friend, Terrilyn Halvorson, Doris and Kirsi Rucks and Vicky Hodgson of Blackfalds, AB; his parents, Mervin and Darlene Rucks of Jansen, SK; grandmother, Jean Eichorst of Lanigan; sister, Lisa (Rick) Williams, Damon and Kennedy of Saskatoon, SK; aunts, Doris (Garth) Burns of Drake, SK and Erica Martynse of Saskatoon. Funeral Service will be held Saturday, December 11, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. Zion Lutheran Church, Jansen, SK.
SCHATZ - Gloria Elizabeth, of Lanigan, passed away with her family at her side on September 2nd, 2006 at the age of 68 years. She was predeceased by her parents, Adam and Elizabeth (Wolfe) Schlamp and brother-inlaw Norman Armbruster. Gloria will be forever loved and sadly missed by her family: LEANNE (Jason) Ulmer, Neudorf and family Braden Schatz and Layne Schatz, Yorkton; RANDY (Shelley) Schatz, Grenfell and family Levi, Benjamin, Ashley and Spencer; WESLEY (Wendy) Schatz, Lucky Lake and family Alicia, Danae, Shaelyn and Joelle; sisters, Connie Armbruster and Karen (Allan) Yule, Grenfell; numerous nieces and nephews and by members of the Schatz family. A celebration of her life will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lanigan on September 8th, 2006 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Scott Brown officiating. Interment to follow at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Lanigan.
SCHMIDT - Wayne Helmer. The death of Mr. Wayne Helmer Schmidt, 59 years, of Lanigan occurred at Lanigan Hospital on Tuesday, September 28, 2004, following a courageous battle with cancer. Wayne will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his wife of 39 years, Wanda (nee Dick) Schmidt; and by their two children and two grandchildren: Dorinda (Curtis) Sikorsky and daughter Alexandra; and Trevor (Lorena) Schmidt and daughter Abigail. The Funeral Service for Wayne will be held at the Lanigan Community Hall on Saturday, October 2, 2004, at 2:00 p.m., officiated by Pastor Steve White. Interment will take place at a later date.
SENGA - Raymond Martin. The sudden and unexpected death of Mr. Raymond "Ray " Martin Senga, of Lanigan, occurred at St. Elizabeth's Hospital, Humboldt, on Monday, May 10, 2004, at the age of 50 years. Ray will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his wife of 25 years, Isabel (nee Wessing) Senga of Lanigan; their two children, David Senga of Lanigan and Sandra Senga of Saskatoon; parents, Peter and Hilda (nee Gaveronski) Senga of Lanigan; three brothers, three sisters and their families, Tom (Lori) Senga of Lanigan, Pamela, Craig and Heather; Michael (Colleen) Senga of Lanigan; Linda Senga of Nokomis; Paul (Elaine) Senga of Saskatoon, Matthew and Shane; Rose Senga (James) of Saskatoon and Brandon; and Virginia (Glen) Roncin of Saskatoon; numerous aunts and uncles; mother-in-law, Frances Wessing of Parkerview; brother-in-law, Wayne Wessing of Parkerview; and by extended family and friends. The Funeral Service for Ray will be held at Knox United Church, Lanigan on Friday, May 14, 2004 at 2:00 p.m., officiated by Rev. Al Hingley. Interment will follow at Lanigan Cemetery.
SENKO - John. The death of Mr. John Senko of the Lanigan district occurred at Lanigan Hospital, Lanigan, on Thursday, April 22, 2004, at the age of 80 years. John will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his wife of 54 years, Mary (nee Tkaczyk) Senko of Lanigan; and by their four children, Sylvester (Karen) Senko and Bernard Senko, all of Lanigan, Marilyn (Glen) Dunne of Langham and Wilfred (Brenda) Senko of Lanigan. The Ukrainian Catholic Prayer Service will be held on Sunday, April 25, 2004 at 7:30 p.m. and the Ukrainian Catholic Funeral Mass will be offered on Monday, April 26, 2004 at 10:00 a.m., both at St. Mary's R.C. Church, Lanigan and celebrated by Rev. Fr. Dominic Mazun. Interment will follow at Sacred Heart U.C. Cemetery in the Lanigan district.
SENKO - Leonard Stephen. The sudden and unexpected death of Mr. Lenard Steven Senko, of Lanigan, occurred at his residence on Sunday, April 11, 2004 at the age of 47 years. The Funeral Mass for Lenard will be offered from St. Mary's R.C. Church, Lanigan on Friday, April 30, 2004 at 3:00 p.m., celebrated by Rev. Fr. Emil April. Interment will follow at the Wolverine U.C. Cemetery in the Burr district.
SENKO - Mary J. (nee Tkaczyk). The death of Mrs. Mary J. Senko of the Burr district occurred at Royal University Hospital, Saskatoon, on Thursday, May 14, 2009. She was 81 years of age. Mary will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her four children: Sylvester (Karen) Senko of Lanigan; Bernard Senko of Lanigan; Marilyn (Glen) Dunne of Langham; and Wilfred Senko of Lanigan; and by daughter-in-law, Brenda Senko of Lanigan. The Ukrainian Catholic Prayer Service for Mary will be held on Monday, May 18, 2009, at 7:30 p.m., and the Ukrainian Catholic Funeral Mass will be offered on Tuesday, May 19, 2009, at 10:00 a.m., celebrated by Fr. Dominic Mazun. Both services will be held at St. Mary's R.C. Church, Lanigan. Interment will follow at Sacred Heart U.C. Cemetery, Lanigan.
SIERMACHESKY - Neddia (nee Krevinsky) Siermachesky born May 14, 1925 late of Port Alberni passed away peacefully after a brief illness at Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria, BC on Tuesday, May 25, 2004 at the age of 79 years. Predeceased by her parents Moses and Kathleen Krevinsky, her loving husband Nick in 1983; sisters Ann Rich, Marion Ferguson, and Sylvia Blum; she is survived by sons Ted (Pam)of Victoria, and Maurice (Joan) of Port Alberni; grandchildren Neil and Elise Siermachesky; sisters Verna Herman of Florida, U.S.A, Elsie Shewchuk (Steve) of Port Alberni; brothers Alex Krevinsky of Michigan, USA, and Mike Krevinsky (Ruby) of Port Alberni. Neddia was born in Lanigan, Saskatchewan. She later married Nick and after a couple of brief moves they made their way west to Port Alberni in 1949 where the Alberni Valley would become their new home. She worked hard all her life at various jobs in the community but first and foremost she raised a family. She was a founding member of St. John's Ukrainian Catholic Church as well as a member of the Ladies Auxiliary. She was an In Home caregiver for over 30 years, a volunteer with Handy Cope, active at Echo Centre as well as helping with bazaars, and bake sales. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Prayers will take place at 7:30pm, Friday, May 28, 2004 at Chapel of Memories, 4005 - 6th Ave. A Service of Remembrance will take place 9:00am Saturday, May 29, 2004 at St. John's Ukrainian Catholic Church, 4295 - 8th Ave, Port Alberni.
SKORLATOWSKI - Sandra Kim. The death of Sandra Kim Skorlatowski, of Lanigan, occurred at the Lanigan Hospital on Tuesday, October 16, 2007. She was 49 years of age. Sandra is survived by her loving husband, Frank Bartel, her two sons, Jesse Skorlatowski and Dallas Bartel; and her step-son, Ryan (Amanda) Bartel and by her parents, John and Hope (nee Kelly) Skorlatowski of Lanigan. The Funeral Service for Sandra will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, Lanigan, on Friday, October 19, 2007, at 2:00 p.m., officiated by Pastor Scott Brown. Interment will follow at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery.
SKORLATOWSKI - Victor Wolford Skorlatowski passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 1, 2005 at his residence in Saskatoon. Victor was born April 11, 1917 in Lanigan, SK. Left to mourn his passing are his daughter Delores (George) Olson, his sons Steve (Ann) and Eugene (Joanne), ten grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren, two brothers Joseph and John, two sisters Annie Geryld and Jenny Prebushewshi, many nieces and nephews. Victor was predeceased by his wife Lillian, parents Steve and Mary, three brothers and five sisters. Victor was a long time employee of Gulf Oil. He was an avid fisherman and loved the outdoors and camping. He was a hard working man who made sure his family was well taken care of. He was very much loved and will be thoroughly missed by all his family. Victor was able to spend his final years in the home he and Lillian raised their family in. Many thanks to the family members for their love and care towards him but most especially to his grandson Robin Skorlatowski, who lived with him and was his main caregiver in his last two years. The family would like to thank Saskatoon Home Care nursing staff for their care and compassion they have shown. A special thanks to Elsie and Caroline. At Victor's request there will be no services. His wish was to be cremated.
SLATER - Kenneth James passed away peacefully on Friday, August 27, 2004 in Regina, SK at the age of 78 years. Ken was raised in Lanigan, SK. Later he farmed and raised his family in Sexsmith, Alberta. Upon retirement he resided in Creston, BC and Florida. Two years age he moved to Regina. Ken was predeceased by his first wife Ann; parents Helen and Albert; brothers Edwin and Joe; brother-in-law Bill Shields. Ken will be forever missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Arletta (Tommy) Tomlinson; his children Albert (Gaylene Peterson), Mary Ann (Darwin) Eckstrom, Rick (Debbie), Carolyn (Bob McCreight) and 9 grandchildren; stepdaughters Myrna (Paul) Schuck, Brenda (John) Rogers, Karen (Larry) Dubord, Lori (Bruce) Lipinski, Kellie (Hal) Sanders, 12 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren; siblings Ethel (Matt) Huculak, Hilda Shields, Clarence, Florence (Jack) Hislop and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial Service will be held on Monday (today), August 30, 2004 at 2:00 PM in Victoria Avenue Funeral Home, 2080 East Victoria Ave., Regina, SK with Chaplain Cliff Geiger officiating. Special thanks to Dr. T. Potgieter and the staff of 4A Pasqua Hospital.
STANIEC - Heather Lynn Staniec passed away unexpectedly, for reasons unknown, on October 10, 2008 at her home in Saskatoon, SK. Heather's ever-present smile will be missed by everyone who knew her, including her parents, Walter and Janice Staniec; sisters, Kim (Mike) Riel and Jillian Staniec (Brian Gallaway); half sister Catherine Kubash of Edmonton; a nephew, Ryder Riel and a niece, Caelan Riel; Grandpa Bert Price; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Heather was born May 5, 1977 and spent her childhood on a farm near Lanigan, SK. After completing high school, she attended the Way to Work program at SIAST Kelsey. Through the course she gained employment at ToysRUs, a perfect fit given her love of toys, and she continued to work there until her passing. About a year ago, with the support of the Partners In Employment agency, she began working at Bonanza Steakhouse as well, which she enjoyed very much. Heather enjoyed her work and the people she worked with and she also very much enjoyed earning money. She loved to shop and always checked the sale flyers to help find the best deals on whatever her latest interest or need was. Heather enjoyed many activities and had many hobbies. Growing up she was involved in her church, dance, TaeKwonDo, Girl Guides and various school activities. She joined Special Olympics, first in Humboldt and later in Saskatoon. She participated in Track and Field, Powerlifting, Floor Hockey, Bowling, Soccer and Swimming. Special Olympics was a very important part of Heather's life. She met many friends through her involvement in the organization, she travelled to other communities and provinces for training camps and competitions, she gained self confidence; and she had a lot of fun. Heather was a fan of all things Disney, particularly Tigger, loved doing word searches and enjoyed gloating when she whooped Uncle Joe's butt in Wii bowling. Heather liked watching Rider games with family, although admittedly her main interest was Gainer. She was also a country music fan - to say she owned countless CD's is an understatement - and she attended many of the concerts that came to town. Heather also enjoyed going to movies, sometimes with her carehome family, most often with her mom. Heather enjoyed family vacations to Alberta, South Dakota, Disneyworld, Mexico, Cuba and most recently Waskesiu. She had just started scrapbooking and her first pages were pictures of her nephew and niece, Ryder and Caelan and her brother, Jonathan (deceased). Heather is predeceased by her brother, Jonathan Staniec; Aunt Betty Thoen; Uncle John Staniec (in infancy); grandparents, John and Mary Staniec; Grandma Rae Price; and her godmother, Agnes Bernauer. Services for Heather were held October 16 in Saskatoon and Humboldt, and October 17 in Lanigan. Interment was in St. Mary's Cemetery, Lanigan, beside her brother, Jonathan and Aunt Betty, with Auntie Agnes close by. Arrangements for the services were handled by Schuler-Lefebvre Funeral Chapel of Humboldt, with assistance from the Saskatoon Funeral Home.
STENSON - Robert George. The death of Mr. Robert George Stenson, age 61 years, of Lanigan, occurred suddenly and unexpectedly, near Lanigan, on Friday, September 5, 2003. Bob will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his wife of 39 years, Lorna (nee Schmidt) Stenson of Lanigan; two sons, one daughter and seven grandchildren: Troy (Louanne) Stenson of Lanigan and family, Jennifer and Kevin; Tammy (Brett) Diemert of Spiritwood and family, Sawyer, Sydney and Shaunesy; and Todd (Penny) Stenson of Lanigan and family, Braxton and Samara; his mother, Doreen Jantz of Lanigan; one sister, Barbara (Rudy) Ronberg of Russell, MB; one half-brother, Ian Jantz (Elaine) of Lanigan; one half-sister, Lorraine (Gord) Bernhard of Calgary, AB and by numerous nieces and nephews. The Funeral Service for Bob will be held on Monday, September 8, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. at North Star Mennonite Church, Drake, SK.
STEPHAN - Jean. The death of Mrs. Jean Stephan (nee Roseborough), 99 years, of Lanigan occurred at the Lanigan Hospital on Sunday, November 4, 2007. Jean will be lovingly remembered by her two sons, Jack (Merele) Stephan and William (Marie) Stephan, all of Lanigan and their families. The Funeral Service for Jean will be held on Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. at Knox United Church, Lanigan, officiated by Rev. George Holliday. Interment will follow in the Lanigan Public Cemetery.
TEMPLE - Barbara Eileen (nee Paul), July 7, 1953 - December 8, 2009. After a courageous battle with cancer, the family is very saddened to announce that Mrs. Barbara Tempel passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Lanigan Hospital on Tuesday, December 8, 2009. Barbara was born on July 7, 1953 in Regina, SK to Donald and Lois (nee Campbell) Paul. She attended Bethune, Lumsden and Lanigan Schools. It was in Lanigan that Barbara fell in love with a certain fast car a Mustang which happened to be driven by the love of her life, Robert Tempel. They soon were wed in Bethune, SK on July 31, 1971. Together they began their life in Lanigan and raised a family of three. Barb worked for many years at the Lanigan Post Office. The hard working lady that she was, gave her the tenacity to purchase a fast food restaurant named Burger Haven. This restaurant was known for the best fried chicken, a recipe only she knew and wouldn't share with anyone. After the closure of her restaurant, she accepted employment in Humboldt at the Saan store and later went on to the Dairy Queen. Barbara thoroughly enjoyed her position at the DQ and was considered to be the best worker. Barb was a very social person, she was always kind and willing to help someone out and always with a smile. Barb was a very talented person, not only could she make the best fried chicken; her cinnamon buns were rated as #1. Barb was also a talented seamstress. She created many items for her family including a suit for Bob, a wedding dress for her daughter and numerous bridesmaid dresses. Together as a family they enjoyed camping and fishing. Barb would always manage to catch the big one! Spending time with family was always important to Barb. She thoroughly enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. Barbara will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her husband of 38 years, Robert Tempel of Lanigan; three children: Kevin (Loretta) Tempel of Humboldt; Kimberly (Marc) Bedard of St. Brieux and Kristie (Aron) Briske of Saskatoon; seven grandchildren: Jordynn, Alexa, Braden, Bobbi, Zachery, Justin and Carson; parents, Donald and Lois Paul of Bethune; three brothers and one sister: Gary (Debbie) Paul of Bethune, Janet (Daryl) Cookson of Regina, Leslie (Donna) Paul of Bethune and Brian (Kim) Paul of Moose Jaw; and numerous nieces, nephews and members of the Paul and Tempel families. Barbara was predeceased by her two sisters, Beverly Jean Paul and Karen Lea Patience; and parents-in-law, Frank and Alma Tempel. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, December 12, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Knox United Church, Lanigan, SK (31 Hover St.) officiated by Rev. Gerrit Kamphuis. Interment will follow at a later date.
TKACH - Robert Harold. It is with profound sadness that the family of Robert "Rob " Harold Tkach of Lanigan announces his tragic accidental death on Sunday, September 7, 2008, at Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan, Lanigan Division. He was 60 years of age. Rob was born on October 5, 1947, to William and Emily (nee Troian) Tkach at Prince Albert. A very educated and well-read man, he loved to read, especially books or articles pertaining to his favorite interests, vehicles and his occupation as a millwright, a career he really loved. Rob also enjoyed drag racing, music, watching his daughter dance, cooking, particularly on the barbeque, and gardening. He was very artistic and had a "green thumb ", traits that were evident in his well-kept and manicured yard, especially his stunning flower beds. Other characteristics Rob possessed included punctuality, gentleness, polite assertiveness when expressing his opinion, and how he always found the good in everyone. In addition, he had a soft spot in his heart for animals. The major priority in his life was his children, for whom Rob had an unconditional love. He was fiercely protective of them and, no matter what, he always had time to talk to them. His genuine care, laughter, good sense of humor, and joviality will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Rob is survived by his loving wife, Sylvia (nee Wildeman) Tkach of Lanigan; children: Darren Tkach of Saskatoon; Clint (Lindsy) Tkach of Warman and family, Hudson and Cadence; Chad (Crystal) Wyton of Grande Prairie, AB, and son Diezel; and Crystal Tkach of Winnipeg, MB, (Robert Mann of Prince Albert, SK); mother, Emily (nee Troian) Tkach of Saskatoon; two brothers: Fred (Helen) Tkach and Bill Tkach; one sister, Charlotte (Bryan) Salte; numerous nieces and nephews; and by his pet dogs, Molly and Leo. He was predeceased by his father, William Tkach; and by his pet dog, Teddy. The Funeral Service for Rob will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, Lanigan, on Saturday, September 13, 2008, at 2:00 p.m., officiated by Pastor Dennis Serfas. Urn bearers will be Rob's children. Honorary pallbearers are "all those who shared in Rob's life. " A private interment will take place at a later date.
TKACZYK - Vivian Yvonne (nee Johnson). The death of Mrs. Vivian Tkaczyk of Lanigan occurred at Royal University Hospital, Saskatoon, on Tuesday, March 3, 2009. She was 71 years of age. Vivian will be lovingly remembered by her husband of over 50 years, William Bill Tkaczyk of Lanigan; and by their six children: Terry Tkaczyk of Borden; Carol (Dennis) Neugebauer of Jansen; Pat (Gail) Tkaczyk of Lodgepole, AB; Paulette (Terry) Pryma of Aberdeen; Fred Tkaczyk of St. Albert, AB; and Lori (Karl) Carmen of Calgary, AB. The Prayer Service for Vivian will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2009, at 7:30 p.m., led by Darlene Bindle, and the Funeral Mass will be offered on Friday, March 6, 2009, at 10:00 a.m., celebrated by Fr. Louis Hoffart, OMI. Both services will be held at St. Mary's R.C. Church in Lanigan. Interment will follow at St. Mary's R.C. Cemetery, Lanigan.
TODD - Gilbert Wayne Joseph Todd. Gib was born on January 4, 1940 to Victor and Venice Todd at Elie, MB. He spent his early childhood at the Roy family farm in Elie before moving to Bethany, MB. It was here that he met the love of his life, Diane Outhwaite. Gib and Diane were married on July 25, 1964 in Justice, MB and began their early married life living in Carberry and Estevan before settling in Lanigan in 1967. At Lanigan, Gib worked for North America Lumber before finding employment as an Industrial Mechanic at PCS Lanigan, a job he held for over 20 years. During his time at PCS Gib became involved with the union, serving the Energy and Chemical Workers Union Local 922 for over 15 years. Gib's passion for the labour movement led him to obtain his GED and then convocate from the U of S in 1990 with a certificate in Labour Studies. Shortly after, he became a rep for the Communication, Energy and Paperworkers Union and Gib and Diane relocated to Calgary for the next 11 years. In 2004, Gib and Diane returned to Saskatoon. Gib retired in October 2005, enjoying his newfound freedom and taking the time to enjoy his family and pursue his passions and interests. Gib passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at St. Paul's Hospital in Saskatoon on Sunday, November 4, 2007 surrounded by the love of his family. Left to celebrate Gib's life and cherish his memory is his loving wife of 43 years, Diane; his daughters, Peggy (Jason) Ratcliffe of Sylvania, Penny (Mike Etherington) of Calgary, Vicki of Lethbridge; his grandchildren, Brody, Jory, Trey and Avary Ratcliffe; his sister, Maureen (Len) Bustin of Prince George, BC; brother-in-law, Art Heesaker of Winnipeg, MB; sisters-in-law, Bonnie (Ben) Neighbour of Justice, MB and Lynne (Doug) Carvey of Abbotsford, BC; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews; his many union brothers and sisters; and countless friends. Gib was predeceased by his parents, Vic and Venice Todd; his sister, Ila Heesaker; and his brother, Joseph in infancy.
TORGERSON - Helen (nee Prange) 1915 - 2006. Helen passed away on 27 March, 2006, after suffering a stroke. She was born near Lanigan, SK and came to Calgary in 1953. She was predeceased by her husband Ralph; bowling buddy and companion, Jim Parker; and siblings, Leonard, Arthur, Elsie, Alvin and Ada. She is survived by her brother Elmer, and many nieces and nephews. A talented ball player in her youth, she and Ralph enjoyed camping and were avid hunters. In her later years she took up bowling, playing in many leagues. While living in Shalem Court she loved a good game of shuffleboard and cribbage. She was a long-time member of Good Companions. Funeral Services will be held at Christ Lutheran Church (4211 Richmond Road S.W.) on Friday, 31 March, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. Many thanks to the caregivers of Extendicare Cedars Villa for their care and compassion, and to the staff on Unit 111 at the Foothills Hospital for their kind and professional care during Helen's stay.
ULLRICH - Elmer passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 3, 2008 at Royal University Hospital at the age of 79 years. He is survived by his loving wife, Dorothy; son, Dale (Penny); daughters Dawn (Bryan) Haugen and Carol (Andy) Hellquist; granddaughters, Melissa (Clint) Wiese, Brooke Haugen, Chelsea Haugen (Justin Boychuk), Ashley and Sarah Hellquist; great grandsons, Jayden and Kyler Wiese; brothers, Clayton and Loyd (Elizabeth) and numerous in-laws, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Gustav and Charlotte Ullrich and brother, Wilfred. He was born and raised in Lanigan, SK and this is also where he met and married Dorothy Lemke before they moved to Saskatoon. In 1957 Elmer joined the Saskatoon Police Service from which he retired as a Superintendent in 1990. He was an avid gardener and enjoyed carpentry and curling. He was also involved with the Saskatoon Police Pipes and Drums. His family was very special to him and he will be sadly missed and remembered forever. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. from the St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 627 Taylor St E, Saskatoon with Pastor Mark Dressler officiating. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens.
VIPOND - Reverend Dr. Reid E. peacefully at Parkwood Hospital, London, ON on Monday, March 12, 2001 in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Dorothy J. (Harlow) Vipond for almost 62 years. Dearest Dad of Mary (Bill Butler, Montreal), Fran (Don Menard, London), Doug (Jane Bowden, Fredericton) and Rob (Gina Feldberg, Toronto). Loving grandfather of Peter and Catherine Butler, David (Catherine) and Beth (Roger) Menard, Nick and Sam Vipond. Great-grandfather of Damien. Son of the late Emerson and Susannah Vipond. Will be dearly missed by his sister, Annie Irvine and sister-in-law, Edythe Vipond, both of Listowel and Dorothy's siblings, Reverend Clifford and Isabel Plant (Stratford) and Ruth Eagles (Markdale) and sister-in-law, Ev Harlow (Stratford). Wonderful uncle and cousin to many in a large extended family. Predeceased by his sisters Mary and Margaret, his brother Jack, Dorothy's brother Don, and brothers-in-law Leslie Wightman, John Irvine and Walter Eagles. Dr. Vipond had been a proud minister of the United Church of Canada since his graduation from Queen's Theological College and ordination in 1939. After serving pastorates in Lanigan SK, Trowbridge ON, Amherstburg ON and Winnipeg MB, he assumed the Senior Ministry at Metropolitan, Edmonton AB (1949-59); Lakeview, Regina SK (1959-63); and Westminster, Winnipeg MB (1963-79). In his retirement, he served at St. John's, Winnipeg MB (1980-81) and Metropolitan, London ON (1981-89). Blessed with a keen intellect, an immense love of people, and a prodigious memory, Dr. Vipond became a very special minister and friend to many across the country. A memorial service in celebration of Reid's life will be held at First-St. Andrew's United Church, 350 Queen's Avenue at Waterloo Street, London on Saturday, March 17th at 2:00 p.m. Reception to follow. Interment of ashes at Donegal Cemetery, Perth County ON at a later date.
WARNER - Mary Agnes (nee Lake), born April 19, 1905 died February 12, 2003 .We are comforted to announce that on Wednesday, February 12, 2003, Mary Agnes Warner was welcomed home into the presence of her Lord at the age of 97 years. She was predeceased by her parents, Rev. Anna and Rev. Walter Lake; her husband, Cyril; three brothers, Ralph and Arthur Larmour and Wilford Lake; two sisters, Vera Richards and Ruth Turbay ; one daughter-in-law, Orchid Warner and one granddaughter in infancy. Mary is survived by two sons, the eldest being Willis (Janet) Warner of Regina, SK and their three children, Garry (Carolynne) Warner of Regina, SK and their children: Krystalynne, Theresa and Naomi; Daryl (Brenda) Warner of Regina, SK and their sons; Christopher (Jody Wilson) and their two daughters, Serayla and Kaylee; and Justin; Charlene (Rejean) Richard of Moncton, NB and their daughters: Chantal and Rachelle; the youngest son Dale (Leona) Warner of Regina, SK and their three children, Lynette Christie and her children Marina, Sharilyn and Jared; and Harley; and Blaine (Michelle) Warner of Saskatoon, SK; one sister-in-law Anna Gertrude Ingham of Yorkton, SK; one sister-in-law, Olive Lake of Calgary, AB and one brother-in-law, Andrew Turbay of Vancouver, B.C., as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mary was born in the Ottawa area and as a teenager moved with her family to Lanigan, SK. There she married Cyril Warner in 1929, after which they made their home and raised their family in Saskatoon. They were active members in the Nazarene and Free Methodist churches. After retirement they lived in Vancouver, Yorkton and returned to Saskatoon. The Warner home was always a second home to many young people where there was always singing, fun, laughter and food. Mary played the piano as well as sang in trios with her sisters, Ruth and Gertrude at many church-related functions. In later life, she moved to Regina, to be close to her family. She always enjoyed gatherings with family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be greatly missed. The Funeral Service will be held Saturday, February 15, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Victoria Avenue Funeral Home, 2080 East Victoria Avenue, Regina, SK with Rev. Steve Lougheed officiating. Interment will take place at Saskatoon Woodlawn Cemetery. The family wishes to extend a sincere thank you to the 3rd floor staff of Santa Maria Nursing Home.
WATSON - Melanie Mary (nee Paproski) passed away at Royal University Hospital on Monday, July 19, 2004. Melanie was born on August 23, 1951 in Lanigan, Saskatchewan. She moved to Saskatoon where she attended St. Michael's, Sion Academy and ED Feehan Collegiate. Melanie had a lifelong love of learning. She obtained a Library Technology Diploma, a Business Administration Certificate, Certificate in Adult Continuing Education; and most recently was employed by U of S College of Pharmacy, Continuing Education. She retired in January 2003 to spend time in Costa Rica. Among other activities, Melanie loved playing softball and more recently golf and tennis, she was artistic and creative, enjoyed drawing, painting, sewing, gardening. Melanie is survived by her husband of 35 years, Don; sons, Terry, Chad, Ryan and Daniel; brothers, Curtis (Carol Jean) Paproski, Dennis (Margaret) Paproski; sisters, Judy (Wes) Leikam and Tracy (Ted) Mortenson. She was predeceased by her father, Bennie Paproski in 1973; sister, Nancy Dutton in 1988; and her mother, Emma Paproski in 2003. Melanie will be greatly missed by family and friends. She will be remembered by the tremendous amount of love she gave to everything and everyone in her life. Very important to Melanie were her relationships with family and friends, always giving 100% towards them. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. A Memorial gathering to celebrate Melanie's life will be held at the Masonic Temple, 1021 Saskatchewan Crescent West, Saskatoon, SK on Friday, July 23, 2004 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Cremation.
WATSON - Murray Douglas. July 11, 1956 - December 25, 2007. Murray passed away suddenly December 25, 2007 at his home in Lanigan, SK. He is survived by his two sons, Dustin and Trayton of Battleford, SK; three brothers, Robert (Helen) of Prince George, BC, Garry (Pat) of Prince George, BC, Gilbert (Diane) of Lanigan, SK; nephews, Robert, daughters, Stephanie, Brittenney and Melyssa of Prince George, BC; Jim (wife, Rollie) son, Christian (Brandon and Austin) of Prince George, BC; nieces, Tammy (Dean) Chapman and son, Kurtis of Airdrie, AB; Kim Watson of Fairview, AB; special friend, Kathy L'Heureux of Turtleford, SK. Murray was predeceased by his parents, Robert in 1983 and Edith in 1986. Cremation arrangements in care of Schuler Lefebvre Funeral Chapel of Humboldt, SK. Family graveside service to be in Spring. Thank You We the family of Murray Watson wish to express our sincere thanks to all friends, neighbors, relatives and co-workers for the donations, cards, phone calls, food, flowers and support you have given us during this difficult time. Thank you to Lanigan RCMP, Ambulance Services of Lanigan, Merry Mixers of Lanigan for their lovely lunch and use of the hall. A big thank you to Jim Dale and Edith Klassen for preparing and delivering the Memorial Service, Schuler Lefebvre Funeral Chapel of Humboldt, SK. Sons: Dustin and Trayton Robert, Gilbert and Garry and Families
WHYTE - Ivy Ida (nee Booker). The passing of Mrs. Ivy Ida Whyte (nee Booker) age 88 years of Lanigan, Sk. occurred at the Central Parkland Lodge, Lanigan, Sk. on Friday, May 5th, 2006. Ivy is survived by a sister, Vina Sepke of Allan SK, brother; Ivan (Grace) Booker, of Meadow Lake SK, nieces & nephews; Douglas (Kathy) Sepke of Allan SK, Darlene (Lance) Gunther of Lanigan SK, Ellen (Murray) Rettger of Coleville SK, Joyce (Craig) Trulsrud of Saskatoon SK, Lenard (Pam) Sepke of Saskatoon SK, Glen (Lynn) Booker of Prince Albert SK, and Garth (Leslie) Booker of Fort McMurray AB. Ivy was born on July 14th, 1917 to Charles and Ida Booker in the RM of Lost River (about 10 miles south of Bradwell, SK.) She grew up on the farm with a younger sister and brother. Ivy's working career was as a clerk in Regina at Peppers Drugstore and later at Northgate Woolco. She married Bob Whyte on June 11th, 1977 and moved to Shellmouth, MB, where she ran the post office from their home. Bob died on November 15th, 1989. Ivy moved soon after to Langenburg, SK where she lived until moving to Lanigan in June 2002. Ivy then moved into the Lanigan Care Home, June 14th, 2004. She was a great seamstress, and made at least one quilt for each of her nieces and nephews. One of her great loves was "Tammy" her pet poodle that Bob gave to her. Ivy had Tammy for 12 years and still misses her. She really loves "Charlie" the dog that makes Lanigan Care Home his second home. The Funeral Service will take place from Hillcrest Funeral Home on Tuesday, May 9th, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow in the Last Supper Garden, Hillcrest Cemetery.