OBITUARIES
Robert
Frederick (Fred) West
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- On Friday, May 14, 1999, Robert Frederick (Fred) West of
Weyburn passed away suddenly at the Weyburn General Hospital.
He was 88 years of age. Fred was much loved and will be missed
dearly by his nieces and nephews: May Mazur; Herb and Irene Conn;
Rose Marie and Len Gustensen; Betty Asten; Don and Donna West;
Garth and Audrey West; Glenn and Emma Tindall, Ethel Kelly; Gordon
and Kay Tindall; Phillip and Mabel Tindall; Vera and Elmer Ross;
Dorland and Dorothy Tindall; Betty and Bill Garling; Maxine Cozart;
Ernie and Diane Cozart; Abbie and Jean Cozart; Arnold and Fern
Cozart; Wayne and Elaine Cozart; Lyle and Joyce Cozart; Ed and
Marcil Cozart; Marilyn and John Coote; Sharon and David Manning;
Haven West and Irma Jean and Dennis Kittelson. He is also survived
by many great nieces and great nephews. Fred was predeceased
by his parents, John West (born in Germany) and Jeannie Jack
(born in Scotland), as well as four brothers: Henry, Ed, Jim
and Gordon; and four sisters: Ella Conn, Mamie Tindall, Alice
Tindall and Maggie Cozart. His wife Gladys (Greig) passed away
in 1975 and his best friend, Ethel Fletcher, passed away in 1997.
Fred was born February 24, 1911 at Weyburn. He attended South
Weyburn School and earned a reputation as an exceptional math
student and a great speller. He played hockey and baseball as
a young man and continued to avidly enjoy both games as a spectator
until his passing. After finishing school in 1924, he held many
jobs in the Weyburn area and throughout Saskatchewan. He often
talked about working on the Wascana Creek dredging project, and
the attempt he made to homestead further north. The winter days
of hauling grain to Weyburn for Mr. Castle with a team and sleigh
were also memorable. In 1937, Fred left the dry prairies to try
his luck in Sudbury, ON. Since Fred had experience with heavy
machinery, he quickly worked his way up after landing a job in
the mine. Fred's brother, Jim, and his young family, joined Fred
in Sudbury in 1940. After working in the mine for a number of
years, Fred and Jim started their own excavation contracting
business. West Bros. was a successful enterprise until Jim's
untimely death in 1955. Fred continued the business alone until
1969, when he retired to Weyburn because of Gladys' ill health.
Even though they had lived in Ontario for thirty years, the frequent
visits back to Weyburn for family events and special holidays
enabled them to maintain close family ties and important friendships.
Christmas was never quite Christmas if Gladys and Fred weren't
with Mabel, Irma, Jean and Mrs. Greig - and most years they were.
The best years were the ones when they stayed for a month instead
of a week. Seasonal work certainly had its benefits. Since Fred
and Gladys had maintained close friendships with many of their
former classmates and their siblings, retirement in Weyburn was
an easier adjustment. He always kept busy, at first buying and
renovating houses for resale, later on tending and harvesting
a huge garden on the West farm. He enjoyed the camaraderie with
his hunting buddies while hunting birds each fall, and often
talked about the trip to Manitoba for Canada Geese one year.
He even tried his hand at golf. Fred was a man of many talents
who was never too busy to help out. He was a perfectionist who
felt every job should be done well. He welded, renovated, refinished
furniture, and did some upholstery. His home is full of his special
touches. Fred loved to garden, often starting many of his own
bedding plants in January in his sunny dining room. The time
spent with Ethel Fletcher was Fred's true retirement. They had
many similar interests: cribbage, traveling, music, friends,
eating out and of course, the Blue Jays games on TV. The big
extended family birthday suppers in the 80's were memorable events,
often they ended with cards late into the night. In more recent
years, as Fred's health began to decline, he found it very difficult
to limit his activity. He continued to look after his house and
yard and rarely asked for help with even the strenuous tasks.
He greatly feared that the day might come when he would be forced
to move from his beautiful home or when he could no longer drive
his much loved Roadmaster. Other than a couple of brief hospital
stays, Fred was granted that wish. He died in hospital with his
nephew Phillip and Rev. John Ferrier by his side. Funeral service
was held Wednesday, May 19 at 2:00 p.m. from Knox Presbyterian
Church, Weyburn, with Rev. John Ferrier officiating. Interment
followed in Hillcrest Cemetery, Weyburn. Honorary pallbearers
were: George Crane, Elmer Surring, Monty Adolph, Jim Giroux,
Gordon Giroux, Jack Dow, Charlie Meek and Merle Leavens. The
active pallbearers were: Larry Fletcher, Doug Conn, Ron Fellner,
Travis Mealing, Brad Tindall and Tom Minard. For friends so wishing,
donations may be made to the Knox Presbyterian Church or the
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan, in his memory. Arrangements
were entrusted to Myron Fletcher, Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd.,
Weyburn.
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- When I must leave you for a little while,
- Please do not grieve and shed wild tears,
- And hug your sorrow to you through the years.
- But start out bravely with a gallant smile;
- And for my sake and in my name
- Live on and do all things the same.
- Feed not your loneliness on empty days,
- But fill each waking hour in useful ways.
- Reach out your hand in comfort and in cheer,
- And I in turn will comfort you and hold you near;
- And never, never be afraid to die,
- For I am waiting for you in the sky.
- -Helen Steiner Rice
- Julianna (Julie) Fogel
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- On Sunday, May 16, 1999, Julianna (Julie) Fogel, late of
Weyburn, passed away at the Weyburn General Hospital at the age
of 89 years. Predeceased by her mother and father, Jacob and
Emilia Leier; her husband, Gus Fogel in 1971; five sisters and
one brother. Julie is survived by one son, Dr. Harold (Sonia)
Fogel of Weyburn; one daughter, Sandra McCartney of Edmonton,
AB; grandchildren: Jill Fogel of Regina; Scott McCartney of Edmonton;
step granddaughter, Tasha Golly of Toronto; former daughter-in-law,
Margaret Fogel of Regina; favorite niece and helpmate, Dorothy
Kuyat of Weyburn; as well as many nieces and nephews. Julie was
born March 19, 1910 in Russia. She married Gus Fogel and stayed
home to raise their son, Harold and daughter, Sandra. Gus passed
away in 1971. Julie enjoyed her winters in Weslaco, Texas. While
there, she kept busy playing shuffleboard and cards. She also
enjoyed entertaining friends and family. Funeral service was
held Thursday, May 20 at 2:00 p.m. from Fletcher Funeral Chapel,
Weyburn, with Rev. John Ferrier officiating. Interment followed
in Hillcrest Cemetery, Weyburn. All those in attendance were
considered to be honorary pallbearers. For friends so wishing,
donations may be made to the Weyburn General Hosptial, in her
memory. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels
Ltd., Weyburn.
- Jean Ellen Graham
- On Sunday, May 16, 1999, Jean Ellen Graham, late of Stoughton,
passed away at the age of 71 years. Predeceased by her parents,
Samuel and Ellen Hall; and by her husband, William Graham on
August 30, 1995. She leaves to mourn her two sons: Brian (Elaine)
Graham of Saskatoon, and their children: Michael, Matthew and
Katelyn; and Bryce (Alvina) Graham of Saskatoon, and their daughter,
Allison; one brother, Howard (Margaret) Hall of Stoughton; and
several nieces and nephews. Jean Ellen Graham (nee Hall) was
born October 2, 1927 at Huntoon, SK and attended school in the
Mona district. She and her older brother, Howard, were raised
in the Huntoon district. She married William John Graham on December
14, 1951. She and Bill had two sons: Brian and Bryce. They farmed
in the Huntoon district until 1956 when they moved to Froude
and lived there until 1978 when they moved to Stoughton, where
she resided until her passing. Jean really enjoyed visiting with
family and friends. She was a wonderful hostess and enjoyed hosting
Christmas, Thanksgiving and Easter meals for her family and friends.
She passed away on May 16, 1999 at Regina General Hospital. A
memorial service was held Thursday, May 20 at 2:00 p.m. from
Grace United Church, Stoughton, with Rev. Jann Sampson officiating.
All those in attendance were considered to be honorary pallbearers.
Those wishing to express their sympathy may donate to New Hope
Pioneer Lodge, Stoughton, in her memory. Arrangements were in
care of Hastings-Dionne Funeral Home Inc., Weyburn.
Amanda Dawn Braumberger
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- It is with great sorrow that the family announces the passing,
due to a sudden illness, of Amanda Dawn Braumberger on Saturday,
May 22 at the tender age of 12 years. Predeceased by her grandmothers,
Phyllis Braumberger and Gloria Graff; uncle and aunt Edward and
Bev Braumberger. Amanda leaves to cherish her memory: her mother
Jacquie (Merlin) Becker (nee Johner) of Maxim; her father Don
(Sharon) Braumberger of Regina Beach; brother Aurie Becker; step-brother
and sisters: Tara, Kurt, Andrea and Alisha; grandparents: Bill
and Louise Johner, Bert and Marge Becker, John and Rachel Braumberger
and Howard Graff; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and
friends. Amanda attended Lumsden Elementary School and enjoyed
being involved in Pathfinders. The families who shared her life
will always remember Amanda's curiosity of life, her determination
and her little smile. Celebration of Amanda's life will be held
at Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church, 315 Douglas Avenue East,
Regina, on Wednesday, May 26 (today) at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Norm
Marcotte, Celebrant. In lieu of flowers, donations in Amanda's
memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements
are entrusted to Regina Funeral Home.
- Dorothy Frances Durr
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- Dorothy Frances Durr, late of Bromhead passed away at Estevan
Regional Nursing Home, Sunday, May 16, 1999 at the age of 87
years. Dorothy is survived by her husband Wilbur. Two sons, Merton
(Lillian), Bromhead; Alan (Janie), Kamloops. One daughter Dolly
(Cordell) Sandquist, Cobble Hill, BC. Two brothers, Alan Stewart,
Vernon, BC; Lloyd (Eleanor) Stewart, Toronto. Sister Netta (Louis)
Gail, Ottawa. Eleven grandchildren, Janelle, Douglas, David,
Duncan, Dwayne, Jay, Alison, John, Heather, Jason and Derek.
Six great grandchildren, Kaitlin, Kyle, Matthew, Justin, Samantha,
Daine and Thomas. Predeceased by her parents, John and Clarissa
Stewart. Dorothy was born and raised at Fairy Hill in the Qu'Appelle
Valley. She attended school in the valley and in Regina. It was
in Regina that she received both her teaching and music degrees.
In 1935 Dorothy married Wilbur after coming from Regina to teach
at the Schneller School. Wilbur and Dorothy farmed with Wilbur's
bachelor uncle, Elgie Franklin Durr. Dorothy taught piano lessons
as well as teaching, having a A.T.C.M. Degree in piano. She was
a church organist from an early age, playing for many dances,
weddings and funerals. At one time the organists in the Lutheran
churches in Midale, Lac Qui Parle, Torquay and Bromhead had all
been pupils of hers. She was a charter member of the Greenville
Homemakers Club, serving a term on the executive of the Soo Line
District Homemakers. She was Women's Director for District 1
for the Farm Union, Treasurer of the United Church at Oungre
and served on the Lyndale School Board as trustee for the Radville
School District. A memorial service was held at 2:00 p.m. Friday,
May 21, from the Bromhead Lutheran Church where she was actively
involved in the church as well as the ELW. Pastor P. Roellchen-Pfohl
and Cicely McDougal officiated. A private family inurnment followed
in the Bromhead Cemetery. If friends so desire, donations may
be given to Heart & Stroke or charity of your choice. Arrangements
in care of the Orsted Funeral Home, Estevan.
- John Henry Fahlman
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- On Saturday, May 15, 1999, John Henry Fahlman of Fillmore
died accidentally at the age of 60 years. Predeceased by his
parents, John and Mary Fahlman; five brothers-in-law: Otto Liebrecht,
Lorne Ries, Bert Ries, Ken Ries and Lorne McLachlan. John is
survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Shirley Fahlman of Fillmore;
his two sons: Greg (Laurel) Fahlman of Regina and Warren (Louise)
Fahlman of Crossfield, AB; two granddaughters: Desire and Vanessa;
four brothers: Frank (Pearl) Fahlman of Fillmore; Richard (Diane)
Fahlman of Langley, BC; Al (Carol) Fahlman of Weyburn; and Ed
(Dianne) Fahlman of Weyburn; one sister, Evelyn (Winston) Hall
of Fillmore; five brothers-in-law: Elmer (Adeline) Ries of Whitehorse,
YT; George (Colleen) Warthe of Fillmore; Don (Debbie) Ries of
Fox Creek, AB; Del (Renate) Ries of Vernon, BC; and Bob (Louise)
Ries of Strathmore, AB; five sisters-in-law: Doreen Liebrecht
of Weyburn; Germaine McLachlan of Weyburn; Sandra Ries of Yorkton;
Simonne Ries of Camrose, AB; and Louise Ries of Edmonton; as
well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
John was born on September 15, 1938 at Mutrie, SK, the oldest
son of John and Mary Fahlman. He grew up on the farm and attended
Mills, a country school and later transferred to Fillmore Central
School. He married Shirley on October 7, 1967. They farmed on
the home place six miles north of Fillmore. John was a people
person, he enjoyed everyone's company, young or old. He was involved
in various community organizations including the Fillmore Recreational
Board, Sask. Wheat Pool local board, coach for minor sports,
at which time both sons were involved in sports. John loved sports,
hunting, fishing, playing horseshoes and hockey. As a goalie
at 16, he played Sr. hockey with the Fillmore Foxes. During the
years that Fillmore could not support a team, John played with
Montmartre and Glenavon. He participated in several George Reed
hockey tournaments and continued with the Fillmore Silver Foxes
until he retired. He greatly enjoyed ball, playing for many years,
the last several years of which he took part in the Twilighter
Tournaments all over Saskatchewan. John enjoyed country living,
he had a truly mixed farm, growing grain, cattle and hogs. He
raised chickens, turkeys, ducks, pheasants and any wild birds
he could keep around, even raising fish in the dugout. He enjoyed
gardening and music. His family and friends were the centre of
his life. He will always be remembered fondly, deeply missed
and very much loved by them. Prayers were said Wednesday, May
19 at 7:30 p.m. from St. Aloysius Roman Catholic Church, Fillmore.
The funeral mass was held Thursday, May 20 at 10:30 a.m. from
St. Aloysius Roman Catholic Church, Fillmore, with Father John
Mock Celebrant. Interment followed in Fillmore Cemetery, Fillmore.
All those in attendance were considered to be honorary pallbearers.
The active pallbearers were: Joe Keen, Henry Stoppler, Daniel
Falk, Brian Knoll, Jerry Knoll, Edwin Schiller, Pete Fahlman
and Albin Kapell. In lieu of flowers, for friends so wishing,
donations may be made to the Fillmore Health Centre Memorial
Fund or the Fillmore Ambulance, in his memory. Arrangements were
entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
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