OBITUARIES
- Violet McDonnell
On Friday, October 15, 1999, Violet McDonnell, late of Yellow
Grass, passed away at the age of 69 years. Predeceased by one
daughter, Linda Betty McDonnell, and by her father, Norman (Scotty)
McDonald. Violet is survived by her husband, Ray McDonnell of
Yellow Grass; her mother, Susan Stockbrugger of Maple Ridge,
BC; her children: Leslie (Linda) McDonnell) of Calgary, AB; Brenda
(Dan) Beckman of Yellow Grass; Evelen (Don) Sandford of Moose
Jaw; Ken (Carmen) McDonnell of Calgary, AB; Carol (Lloyd) Shortridge
of Brandon, MB; Cathy (William) Hibbard of Weyburn; and Grant
McDonnell of Calgary, AB; 15 grandchildren, and seven great grandchildren;
three sisters: Isabelle (Jack) Porrier of Devon, AB; Flora McDonnell
and Janet McLeod, both of Moose Jaw; three brothers: Ron (Vi)
MacDonald and Jim MacDonald, both of Delburne, AB; and Malcolm
(Marg) MacDonald of Moose Jaw; as well as numerous nieces and
nephews. Vi was born August 11, 1930, first of eight children
born to Norman "Scotty" MacDonald and Susan, nee Eichen.
Her father had emigrated from Huntley, Scotland in 1916, marrying
in the Humboldt area. They began their family on the farm, and
then moved to Moose Jaw in the early 1940's. Vi completed her
school education in Moose Jaw and met Ray McDonnell through her
father's work. After a romantic courtship of softball and dancing,
they were married on May 8, 1948 at St. George's Anglican Church.
With the blessing of their parents and families, they set out
to raise a new sub-species of the Clan. They raised seven children
(their first daughter, Linda, having died in early childhood);
who gave them 15 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren,
and 33 nieces and nephews and four great nieces as well. Their
50th Anniversary Surprise Party thrown by the family says it
all. Violet's primary occupation throughout her life was homemaker,
but she also took a turn at waitressing and was a mainstay of
Ray's business in television and radio sales and service. She
was the bookkeeper and salesperson until they closed their business
in Weyburn in 1986. During hard times, Vi was a rock of support
and strength. A heart attack about six years ago revealed diabetes
and worsening asthma. After prolonged hospitalization this summer,
she took insulin at home and was on continuous oxygen. Now it
was Ray's turn to support and help, which he did with oxygen
machines and insulin assistance and emergency trips to the hospital.
He never left her side, and feels that they drew a lot closer
during this time. During 5-1/2 years of marriage, Violet collected
not only spoons and figurines, but also grandchildren and their
toys. She not only figured out crossword puzzles, but also knew
much love and many good times. She and Ray did everything together,
both work and family, and grew as they learned together. Violet
was dearly loved and will be sorely missed by all her children,
grandchildren, great grandchildren and all who knew and loved
her. A memorial service was held Thursday, Oct. 21 at 2:00 p.m.
from Fletcher Funeral Chapel, Weyburn, with Pastor Ron Bestvater
officiating. Honorary pallbearers were her sons: Leslie, Ken
and Grant McDonnell, and her brothers: Ron, Jim and Malcolm MacDonald.
In lieu of flowers, for friends so wishing, donations may be
made in her memory to the Canadian Mental Health Association,
Weyburn Branch or to the Salvation Army, Weyburn. Arrangements
were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
- George Alfred Branvold
On Saturday, October 16, 1999, George Alfred Branvold, late of
Midale, passed away at St. Joseph's Hospital in Estevan, at the
age of 78 years. George Alfred Branvold was born November 3,
1920 at Macoun. George is predeceased by his father, Severt,
his mother, Dora, his sister Beatrice and infant daughter Dianna
May. George is survived by his loving wife, Myrtle; daughter,
Judy and George Carlson; granddaughters: Tanya (Keith), Karrie
and Kelly Krueger; great granddaughters: Kerrston and Keiawna
Kreuger; son Ron and Sherrie Branvold; grandsons: Corey, Trevor
and Ryan; granddaughters: Crystal (Barry), Leslie and Jason Hoskins,
Anita (Jason) and Trishia; great grandsons: Austin, Jordan, Dylon
and Jody; son Darrell and Leann Branvold; grandsons: Shaun and
Chad. George was always a family man. He was always there to
lend a hand at anything that needed to be done, whether it is
was fixing cars, building houses, cutting grass, building beds,
cradles, toy boxes. There wasn't anything he wouldn't or couldn't
do. If you ever needed anything it was all at "George's
Hardware." He had everything you needed. He especially loved
spending time with all his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
They always made his eyes sparkle. He was the best husband, father,
grandfather, great grandfather and friend anyone could ask for.
He was ever loyal to his Legion duties and loved organizing all
fundraisers and events. He will be sadly missed by all his family
and friends. He touched the hearts of all who knew him. Dad you
were an angel sent from above to guide us and give us your undying
love. May God take you in His loving arms and never let you go.
Funeral service was held Wednesday, Oct. 20 at 2:00 p.m. from
Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Midale, with Pastor Greg Anderson
officiating. Interment followed in Westphalia Cemetery, Midale.
All Legion members, Midale Branch, were considered to be honorary
pallbearers. The active pallbearers were his grandchildren: Tanya
Carlson, Karrie Krueger, Shawn Branvold, Corey Branvold, Trevor
Branvold and Ryan Branvold. In lieu of flowers, donations may
be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Heart and Stroke
Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Association, in his memory.
Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd.,
Weyburn.
- Henry Tramer
On Tuesday, October 19, 1999, Henry Tramer, late of Weyburn,
passed away at the Weyburn General Hospital, at the age of 89
years. Predeceased by his father and mother, Phillip and Charlotte
Tramer, two brothers and two sisters. Henry is survived by many
nieces and nephews, as well as great nieces and nephews. A memorial
service was held Friday, October 22 at 11:00 a.m. from Fletcher
Funeral Chapel, Weyburn, with Pastor Ron Bestvater officiating.
Interment followed in Stoughton Cemetery, Stoughton. His friends
from the Royal Hotel acted as an honor guard. All those in attendance
were considered to be honorary pallbearers. For friends so wishing,
donations may be made in his memory to a charity of the donor's
choice. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels
Ltd., Weyburn.
- Marcella Ellen Norman
On Tuesday, September 28, 1999, Marcella Ellen Norman, late of
Weyburn, passed away at Weyburn General Hospital, at the age
of 82 years. Predeceased by an infant brother, Harold Russel
Carr in 1922, twin sister Loucella Margaret Gregory in 1943;
father, Russel Peter Carr in 1968; brother Peter Russel Carr
in 1972; husband Herbert Allen Norman in 1984, mother Marcella
Flora Carr in 1984, sister Geraldine Gertrude Linley, and a granddaughter
Karen Lesley Vivienne Norman in 1992. Marcella leaves to mourn,
her one daughter, Arlene Lue of Regina; four sons: Brian (Mary)
Norman of Kingston, NS; Douglas (Gwen) Norman of Bashaw, AB;
Michael Norman of Aylmer, PQ; and Patrick Norman of Ottawa, ON;
three sisters: Joan (Herman) Linley of Weyburn; June Larsen of
Whiterock, BC; and Bernadine Carr of Weyburn; ten grandchildren
and nine great grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces and
nephews. Marcella was born in Elgin, MB on March 23, 1917. The
family moved to Weyburn before she was old enough to attend school,
and she attended Haig School and the Weyburn Collegiate Institute.
Marcella was fond of many sports in school, curling, skating,
swimming and track and field events. She married Herbert Allen
Norman of Weyburn on November 11, 1937 and they resided in Weyburn
all their lives. Marcella was a housewife and a loving mother
all of her life. In her later years she took up painting and
sketching which she was quite good at. She also enjoyed writing
poetry. Her gentle demeanor and kindly ways will be greatly missed
by all who knew and loved her. Funeral service was held Friday,
October 1, at 2:00 p.m. from Fletcher Funeral Chapel, Weyburn,
with Rev. Julie Collings officiating. Interment followed in Hillcrest
cemetery, Weyburn. The active pallbearers were: Dave Irwin, Neal
Keefe, Bobby Little, Vladimer Bocian, Mike Bocian and Keith Martin.
Those wishing to express their sympathy may donate to a charity
of the donor's choice, in her memory. Arrangements were in care
of Hastings-Dionne Funeral Home Inc., Weyburn.
- Dennis Paul Tabish
Dennis Paul Tabish, born in Weyburn on December 22, 1954, died
suddenly on September 24, 1999 in St. Mary's Hospital, Sechelt,
BC, from massive head injuries sustained when he was struck by
a motor vehicle. He is survived by his wife, Janis; their two
children: Justin and Kristy-Lee; and his daughter, Tammy; his
mother, Isabelle Tabish (nee Fulowski), Campbell River, BC; four
brothers, four sisters and their families: Sandra (Dale) Cleveland,
Langley, BC; Larry (Gloria ) Tabish, Lethbridge, AB; Allen (Leona)
Tabish, Lloydminster, SK; Loren (Debbie) Tabish, Campbell River,
BC; David (Debbie) Tabish, Campbell River, BC; Cindy (John) Micic,
Ringwood, Victoria, Au.; Peggy (Rob) Carmichael, Victoria, BC;
Joan Tabish, Victoria, BC. Rev. Terri Scallon officiated at a
service in celebration of Dennis' life in the Gibson's United
Church on October 2. Interment will be in the Campbell River
Cemetery on October 30, 1999, with Pastor Kent Rogers officiating.
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