OBITUARIES
- Stanislaw (Stan) Szmigielski
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- Stanlislaw (Stan) Szmigielski of Radville and formerly of
Lake Alma passed away on Father's Day, June 20, 1999 at the age
of 77 years. Predeceased by his parents, Francizek and Tekla
Szmigielski, three sisters, a younger brother and an infant son,
all of Poland. Stan leaves to mourn his loving wife, Pauline
(nee Oshust) of Radville; two sons: Walter (Brenda) Szmigielski
of Regina and John (Denise Feusi) Szmigielski of Lake Alma; four
daughters: Sophie (Wolfgang) Gennutt of Regina; Mary (Jack) Giesinger
of Regina; Joan (John) Mansuy of Kipling; and Stella (Roger)
L'Arrivee of Wawota; 15 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren;
as well as a number of nieces and nephews. Stan was born in Trembolia,
Poland on July 29, 1921. In World War II, Stan served with the
Polish Army. It was during these war years, on September 15,
1942 that he married Pauline Oshust. Married life did not start
on a happy note for them as their first child died in infancy.
After the war, Pauline and Stan continued living in Poland, where
they raised four more children. Times in Europe were bad, especially
in Poland. Chances of supporting a family and sustaining an adequate
life were grim and therefore in July of 1958 Stan made the big
sacrifice, leaving his parents and sister behind in order to
attempt to establish a better life for his family. They came
to Canada by ship, to Estevan by rail and automobile to the home
of August and Aniela Oshust, Pauline's parents, who had immigrated
to Canada some years previous and settled on a farm just north
of Lake Alma. Here the family would live for about a year or
so during which time their sixth child was born. Having arrived
in Canada with little more than the clothes on their back, times
here were tough also, money was scarse and many hardships had
to be endured. One of the hardest barriers to overcome was that
of language, as no one in the family understood or spoke a single
word of English. During their stay at Stan's in-laws, Stan helped
then with the farming which he still did by the use of horses.
It was within this first year that a kind-hearted friend, known
as Uncle John, found Stan a summer job as a brick layer's helper
in the construction of the Lake Alma School. The following year,
Stan managed to find employment with a road construction crew.
At this time Stan did not own a vehicle and therefore in order
to make a living and support the family, he walked the many miles
to Lake Alma each day. If he was lucky, someone might have given
him a ride home after a tiring day's work. In the fall of 1959,
Stan and Pauline bought Art Matters' old farm east of Lake Alma.
The house was a two room, one and a half story. Within two years
Stan would manage to add on, creating a house with a living room,
kitchen and three tiny bedrooms. Throughout the first years at
the farm, Stan could not afford running water, electricity or
oil heat. Many a cold winter night, Stan would sleep beside the
wood stove in the cellar to make sure that the fire did not die
out and that all would stay warm. Stan provided for the family
through his mixed farming operation, putting in long, strenuous
days. When he found a little time, he enjoyed raising bees for
honey and growing and grafting fruit trees. Although he had to
work hard and long hours, due to the lack of some necessary machinery,
which he couldn't afford, Stan did his best to keep the Sabbath,
always making time to read his Polish Bible. After the kids were
married and moved away, they would all return for any special
occasions or holidays. During these times, they always remembered
the card games that would go till 3:00 in the morning. As tired
as Stan must have been, he would stay up until the last one had
gone to bed, but have finished the morning chores before any
one started breakfast. In 1995, due to Stan's failing health,
he retired and moved to Radville, which was the furthest that
he would move from his greatest love, the farm. At least twice
a week, during the summer months, you would find Stan back at
the old farm yard, just putzing around. Many times he talked
about returning to Poland for a visit with his parents, and sister.
Although he had longed to see his homeland and relatives, his
priority was his family in Canada. Prayers were said Tuesday,
June 22 at 7:30 p.m. from Fletcher Funeral Chapel in Weyburn.
The funeral mass was held Wednesday, June 23 at 2:00 p.m. from
St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Tribune, with Father Francis
Hengen Celebrant. Interment followed in St. Mary's Cemetery,
Tribune. All those in attendance were considered to be honorary
pallbearers. The active pallbearers were: Daryl Agestar, Nathan
Mansuy, Paolo DiAntonio, James Giesinger, Jason L'Arrivee and
Dean Herman. For friends so wishing, donations may be made in
his memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan.
Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd.,
Weyburn.
- Mabel Matilda Campbell
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- Mabel Matilda Campbell passed away with dignity and her family
by her side Friday, June 18, 1999. Predeceased by her parents,
Bill and Jenny Brandon; four brothers: Howard, Edward, Albert
and Ernest Brandon and one infant brother; and one brother-in-law,
Quinton Campbell. Mabel is survived by her loving husband of
62 years, Peter Campbell of Weyburn, one son, Wally (Marian)
Campbell of Medicine Hat, AB; one daughter, Patricia (John) Horner
of Creelman; her grandchildren: Tyler (Heather) Campbell of Richmound,
SK and great granddaughter, Myna Campbell; Paula (Pat Roy) Campbell
of Edmonton, AB; Heather (Patrick) Chopik of Good Spirit Lake,
SK; Scott Horner (Jennifer Nitschelm) of Coaldale, AB; and Jaret
Horner of Watrous; one sister, Mildred (Roy) Martin of Prince
Albert; three sisters-in-law: Doris McLaren of Prince Albert;
Mary Brandon of Regina; and Isabel Carson of Bethune; as well
as many nieces, nephews and good friends. Mabel Matilda (Brandon)
Campbell was born May 15, 1917 at Bethune. The daughter of William
and Jenny Brandon. Mabel attended school in Bethune in the Goldridge
District. Following school, Mabel worked as a telephone operator
in Bethune. On February 20, 1937, Mabel married Peter Campbell
in Regina. They lived in Bethune until 1939 when they moved to
Weyburn. In 1952 Mabel started working at the Fashion Shop. Later,
Mable managed Vogue ladies wear in Weyburn, and then Rickie's
where she retired in 1975. She was a charter member of the Royal
Purple and spent many volunteer hours working for the Royal Purple
and Quota Club in Weyburn. Mabel was a very devoted family person.
She always cared about what the various members of her family
were doing. She was very proud of the accomplishments of her
children and grandchildren. Mable was always quick to phone to
see if it had rained or how the harvest was coming along. She
was also directly involved, often baby sitting or hosting the
grandchildren for swimming lessons or other activities. Mabel
and Pete certainly enjoyed their retirement years. Camping was
one of their favorite pastimes, sharing the trailer with friends
from the Weyburn and Bethune areas. Mabel was always a good listener
and was a great friend to talk to. She quite often had a bit
of advice for her family and could be quite stern if it wasn't
listened to, but the stern look was always toned down by the
twinkle in her eye. She was active in Weyburn Community events,
serving coffee at Riverside campground, volunteering at W.S.C.H.,
participating in community picnics and celebrations. Funeral
service was held Tuesday, June 22 at 2:00 p.m. from Grace United
Church, Weyburn, with Bill Corkum officiating minister. Interment
followed in Hillcrest Cemetery, Weyburn. All those in attendance
were considered to be honorary pallbearers. The active pallbearers
were: Jaret Horner, Scott Horner, Tyler Campbell, Ron Martin,
Paula Campbell and Heather Chopik. Members of the Royal Purple
and the Elks Lodge formed an Honor Guard. For friends so wishing,
donations may be made in her memory to the Grace United Church
or the Purple Cross Fund. Arrangments were entrusted to Fletcher
Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
- Lillian May Wiberg
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- Lillian May Wiberg, formerly of Fillmore, passed away into
the arms of Jesus peacefully on June 21, 1999 at 2:30 p.m. in
Elmview Nursing Home, Regina, at the age of 86 years. Predeceased
by her husband, Joseph in 1985; parents, Leonard and Lillian
Myer; three brothers: Val, Leonard and Frank. She is survived
by one daughter, Marion (John); one son, Larry (Sylvia); eight
grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Lillian was born at
Pilot Butte to Lillian and Leonard Myer. She had three brothers:
Leonard, Val and Frank. Her parents later moved to Osage where
she attended West Osage School. In 1932 she married Joseph Wiberg
who farmed in the Wheaton District. They had two children, Marion
and Larry. For several years Lillian and Joe spent their winters
in Weyburn. After Joe was admitted to Souris Valley Regional
Care Centre, Lillian moved to Weyburn where she lived until April,
1997. At that time she moved to Regina where she resided until
her death. Joe died in 1985. Lillian spent many years worshiping
at the Weyburn Church of God. She was involved in Women's Aglow
for several years. God was an integral part of her life. Lillian
was an avid reader and super cook. Every Christmas she would
make hundreds of cookies for her grandchildren along with one
of her specialties, Christmas pudding. Lillian will be dearly
missed by her children, eight grandchildren, and 11 great grandchildren.
Funeral service was held Sunday, June 27 at 3:00 p.m. from Fletcher
Funeral Chapel, Weyburn, with Pastor Dennis Hall officiating.
Interment followed in Hillcrest Cemetery, Weyburn. All those
in attendance were considered to be honorary pallbearers. The
active pallbearers were: Don Wiberg, Barry Wiberg, Dwayne Nelson,
Gerald Nelson, Gordon Myer and Murray Foss. In lieu of flowers,
donations may be made to the Gideons International in Canada,
P.O. Box 3619, 501 Imperial Rd. N., Guelph Ont., N1H 7A2. Arrangements
were in care of Hastings-Dionne Funeral Home Inc., Weyburn.
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