OBITUARIES
- James David Goote
- On Saturday, December 4, 1999, James David Goote, late of
Weyburn, passed away at the age of 68 years. Predeceased by his
father and mother, William and Louisa Goote; three sisters: Irene
Justin, Celia Goote and Jackie Culbert; and two brothers: Raymond
Stockham and Johnny Goote. James is survived by several nieces
and nephews. Jimmy was born January 27, 1931 at Weyburn. He took
his schooling in Weyburn, completing his grade 12 at Weyburn
Collegiate Institute. He started his apprenticeship in plumbing
in 1956, and received his journeyman in 1959 with first class
grades. He worked with his dad at Weyburn Plumbing and Heating
until William passed away, and Jimmy assumed the business. One
of the highlights of his life was working with the Boy Scouts,
and in 1961 he received his Warrant of Appointment on March 14
from the Boy Scouts. Jim was proud of his nieces and nephews
and grand nieces and nephews and had their pictures up in his
truck and in his home. He will be remembered as a friendly and
well liked person in the community. A memorial service was held
Tuesday, December 14 at 3:00 p.m. from Fletcher Funeral Chapel,
Weyburn, with Capts. Gerald and Joyce McDonald officiating. Interment
followed in Hillcrest Cemetery, Weyburn. All those in attendance
were considered to be honorary pallbearers. Lunch followed at
the Salvation Army. For friends so wishing, donations may be
made to the Salvation Army or to a charity of the donor's choice,
in his memory. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral
Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
- Annie Johnson
- With sadness we announce the passing of our dear mother Annie
Johnson (Short) at Souris Valley Extended Care Center on November
30, 1999. She passed away peacefully at the age of 96 with her
family by her side. Annie was born in West Ukraine June 13, 1903
to Paul and Ann Basaraba. They moved to Canada in 1913 when war
was threatening. There were five children at that time; four
more were born in Canada. They left behind a new home, complete
with fruit trees, to start a new life. They settled at Komarno,
MB. Annie attended school for three years then went out to work
to help support the family. She met Mike Short and they were
married February 14, 1923 in Winnipeg. They then came to Osage
where Mike farmed. They had six children; a four year old daughter,
Irene, died in 1934. Mike died in 1957. In June of 1978 Annie
married Alex Johnson who passed away in May 1993. Annie resided
in the nursing home until her passing. Annie was predeceased
by five brothers, three sisters, three brothers-in-law, one sister-in-law
and one grandson in 1964. She is survived by her five children:
James (Blanche) Short, Regina; Evelyn (Ed) Deutsch, Fillmore;
Violet (Bob) Schiller, Weyburn; Andrew (Dorothy) Short, Osage;
Fred (Judy) Short, Regina; 19 grandchildren, 32 great and eight
great great grandchildren; three sisters-in-law, and numerous
nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at the Regina Funeral
Home December 4. Interment was held at Regina Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimers Association
of Sask., 301-2550-12th Avenue, Regina, Sask. S4P 3X1.
Perhaps you sent a lovely card
Or sat quietly in a chair,
Perhaps you sent a funeral spray
If so we saw it there.
Perhaps you spoke the kindest words
As any friend could say
Perhaps you were not there at all
Just thought of us that day.
Whatever you did to console our hearts
We thank you so much whatever your part.
- Isabella Mary Ann Jorde
- On Wednesday, December 8, 1999, Isabella Mary Ann Jorde,
late of Radville, passed away at the Marian Health Centre, at
the age of 93 years. Predeceased by her parents, Annie and Donald
McPhederan; husband, Sven Jorde; four grandchildren: Diane Leatherdale,
three Ellingson babies; great grandchildren: Trent Bouchard,
Kevin Briltz, Natacha Kalenz (baby); two brothers: John and Duncan
McPhederan; two sisters: Flora Noan and Catherine Elly. Isabella
leaves to mourn her six daughters: Anne (Roy) Ellingson of Estevan;
Irene Berg of Radville; Pearl Berger of Lake Alma; Alverna Berger
of Radville; Clara (Earl) Ness of McTaggart; and Florelle (Richard)
Stefan of North Battleford; one son, Ivan (Joanne) Jorde of Black
Diamond, AB; one brother Donald McPhederan of Prince Albert;
one sister-in-law, Agnes Jorde of Yellow Grass; 25 grandchildren,
40 great grandchildren, and 36 great great grandchildren; as
well as numerous nieces and nephews. Isabella Mary Ann was born
in Innary, Scotland on June 20, 1906 to Donald and Annie McPhederan.
She came to Canada in 1911 with her mother, two brothers and
one sister. Her dad had arrived in 1908 and filed on a homestead.
She lived in the Overland District (south of Lake Alma) in a
sod shack. A few years later, a lumber house was built. Isabella
attended school at Overland School, walking the two miles, summer
and winter. She attended church at Overland and in later years
at Lake Alma Lutheran. On December 15, 1922 she married Sven
Jorde and they farmed and raised a family of seven. She did not
have things very easy as there were no pampers, washing machines,
or fridges in those days. Isabella would often mention how, during
the dry 30s, she would carry water from a spring a mile away.
Isabella sewed all the girls' dresses. She would buy ten yards
of one pattern (so there would be no waste) and all five of the
older girls would have the same dress (which they weren't too
happy with). In 1957 the family moved to Estevan, where Sven
had a job as guard at the Boundary Dam. Isabella or "Bella"
as she was called, worked in a cafe. There were only two left
at home by this time, Florelle and Ivan. In 1961 they sold their
land to Walter Pohle and bought a house in Lake Alma. There,
Bella worked as a telephone operator until the office was taken
out of Lake Alma. Sven passed away March 27, 1987 and Bella continued
to live in Lake Alma until February 1992, when she entered the
Marian Home in Radville. Isabella has 105 direct descendants
- six daughters: Anne Ellingson, Irene Berg, Pearl Berger, Alverna
Berger, Clara Ness, Florelle Stefan, and one son, Ivan Jorde;
25 grandchildren, 40 great grandchildren; and 36 great great
grandchildren. Funeral service was held Saturday, December 11
at 10:00 a.m. from Lake Alma Lutheran Church with Pastor Martin
Olson officiating. Interment followed in Overland Cemetery, Lake
Alma. All those in attendance were considered to be honorary
pallbearers. The active pallbearers were: Rodney Ellingson, Randy
Ellingson, Conrad Berger, Wilbur Berger, Laine Stefan and Bryan
Berger. Those wishing to express their sympathy may donate to
Lake Alma Lutheran Church or the Palliative Care Unit of Radville
Marian Health Centre, Radville. Arrangements were in care of
Hastings-Dionne Funeral Home Inc., Weyburn.
- Raymond Eldege LaBelle
- On Tuesday, December 7, 1999, Raymond Eldege LaBelle, late
of Radville, passed away at the age of 48 years. Predeceased
by his parents, Genest and Marion LaBelle; two brothers: Francis
and Marcel LaBelle and one brother-in-law, Jeff Boots. Raymond
is survived by his loving wife, Vera, nee Boots, and his precious
daughter, Tiffany LaBelle of Radville; three sisters: Virginia
LaBelle of Estevan; Margaret (Greg) Feuring of Lampman; and Mary
(David) Jukes of Moose Jaw; one brother Leo (Patti nee Ehman)
LaBelle of Regina; Vera's parents, Rut and Lynn Boots of Moose
Jaw; brothers-in-law: Ron and Donna Boots of Saskatoon; Ben and
Rosalie Boots of Moose Jaw; as well as many nieces and nephews.
He will be sadly missed by numerous relatives and friends. Raymond
was born September 19, 1951 in Radville and attended St. Olivier
School, the University of Sask. and Newman Theological College
in Edmonton, AB. Raymond was a member of the Knights of Columbus.
He thoroughly enjoyed the outdoors and his family farm. Prayers
were said Friday, December 10 at 7:30 p.m. from Holy Family Roman
Catholic Church, Radville, with Anna Bourassa presiding. The
funeral mass was held Saturday, December 11 at 10:30 a.m. from
Holy Family Roman Catholic Church with Father Brian Meredith
Celebrant. Interment followed in Laurier Cemetery, Radville.
Active pallbearers were: Leonard Vande Velde, Bob Biss, David
Woitas, Richard Wick, Dave Keen and Vince Eidsness. Those wishing
to express their sympathy may donate to the Saskatchewan Mental
Health Association, in his memory. Arrangements were in care
of Hastings-Dionne Funeral Home Inc., Weyburn.
- C. Peter Grimm
- We are saddened by the passing of C. Peter Grimm at the age
of 69. Predeceased by his wife Ricki Grimm (nee Krawczyk). Peter
is survived by his sisters: Toni (Ian) and Jean (George); daughter
Erica (Craig) and son Paul (Kim), grandchildren Daniel, Amadea,
David and Laura. He was always a happy guy. He shared his joy
in music with many people. He was a member of numerous bands
and orchestras from the Intensely Vigorous College 9 in Saskatoon,
to the Regina Lions Band organization, to the Sunday morning
music group at St. Vincent de Paul. He leaves behind a very special
friend and soul mate Irma McGugan and her children and grandchildren.
In the last years of his life they brought him much happiness.
He was a pharmacist. First with Pinders then at Souris Valley
Regional Care Centre. He shared his love of life with patients,
clients and staff. After he retired he could be seen playing
tennis or at one of the many cultural and music events he was
fond of. He leaves behind many friends. The room is quiet. The
band has left the stage. Prayers for C. Peter Grimm were said
Monday, December 6, at St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church,
Weyburn at 8:30 p.m. Funeral mass was said Tuesday, December
7 at St. Vincent de paul Roman Catholic Church at 10:30 a.m.
with Fr. F. Hengen celebrant. Interment followed at Hillcrest
Cemetery, Weyburn. Pallbearers were Jerry Aboa, Joe Dufour, Leo
Leydon, Paul Grimm, Terry Cuddington and Laurie Giroux. Honor
Guard was formed by the Knights of Columbus. For friends so wishing
donations may be made in his memory to the Heart & Stroke
Foundation or the Regina Lions Band. Arrangements were entrusted
to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
- Wesley Waldemar Knakoske
- On Friday, November 3, 1999, Wesley Waldemar Knakoske, late
of Weyburn, passed away at the age of 67 years. Predeceased by
his father and mother, August and Louise Knakoske; an infant
brother, Walter; four sisters: Bertha Erkelens, Lena Knakoske,
Leona Samborski and Dorothy Hanchuk. Wesley is survived by one
sister Elsie Nadon of Weyburn, and one brother Ernest (Madeline)
Knakoske of Swift Current; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Wesley was born on July 27, 1932 on the family farm south of
McTaggart. He was the second youngest of the seven children in
the Knakoske family. Tragedy struck only a few years later. Wes
was only four and Dorothy, the youngest, only two years of age,
when Mother died of toximia at 36 years of age. Left with a needy
family and facing the hard times of the depression, Dad moved
into Weyburn in an effort to find relief. Elsie, the eldest of
the family, assumed many of the parent roles for the younger
children. Wesley was baptized in the Lutheran Church and confirmed
at Zion Lutheran in Weyburn. He was educated in the Weyburn Public
Schools and graduated from the Weyburn Collegiate Institute with
his grade 12. He worked for a number of years in the Weyburn
Co-op Creamery, then at the Saskatchewan Hospital, and finally
as a painter with Schwartz Construction. He retired with serious
health problems related to his breathing. Though these slowed
him down, they did not stop him. He continued to enjoy his hobbies
as a backyard mechanic and woodworking. Gentleness and quietness
best describe his main qualities. Wes was a very private person
who nonetheless treated people with great respect as a gentleman.
When he went downtown for business, he was a sharp dresser and
a pleasant visitor. But what he loved most was time at home for
reading. The prairie had been his childhood playground, and his
love for nature and animals was life-long. Most of his reading
was in the area of natural medicine too. He learned many homeopathic
remedies to help him with his health problems, and the Parkinson's
Disease which was diagnosed in about 1992. Wes passed away on
November 3, 1999 at his residence in Weyburn. A graveside service
was held Monday, December 6 at 2:00 p.m. at Hillcrest Cemetery,
Weyburn, with Pastor Ron Bestvater officiating. In lieu of flowers,
donations may be made in his memory to the Parkinson Foundation
of Canada. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels
Ltd., Weyburn.
- Arthur Raymond Thue
- On Tuesday, December 7, 1999, Arthur Raymond Thue, late of
Radville, passed away at the Weyburn General Hospital, at the
age of 76 years. Predeceased by his parents: Melvin and Amanda
Thue; two brothers: Milton and Vernon; sister, Mildred; brother-in-law,
Jim Amson; and by a grandson, Chad Schmidt. Art is survived by
his loving wife of 53 years, Ione Thue of Radville; his children:
Richard (Annette) of Radville; Robert (Ruth) Thue of Lake Alma;
Brian (Lorette) Thue of Lake Alma; Betty (Garry) Schmidt of Radville;
Lori (Terry) deVries of Weyburn; and Lennie (Don) Waddell of
Weyburn; 19 grandchildren and three great grandchildren; three
brothers: Arvid (Levonne) Thue of Lake Alma; Dennis (Joan) Thue
of Radville; and James (Sheila) Thue of Bengough; three sisters:
Norma Amson of Radison; Myrtle (Jack) Amson of Radison and Donna
(Don) Dolgopol of Weyburn; one sister-in-law, Joyce Thue of Regina;
as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Art Thue was
born July 24, 1923 to Melvin and Amanda Thue in Lake Alma. He
grew up in the Pepper district of Lake Alma and took all his
schooling in the little one roomed school. He worked at various
jobs and in 1944 began working for Levee Brothers Dairy farm.
Here he met Ione Hurlburt and they were married, February 22,
1946 in Weyburn. They moved to her father's farm in the Sada
Lake District and raised their six children: Dick, Bob, Brian,
Betty, Lorie and Lennie there on the farm. He loved cattle and
could walk through the herd and seemed to know the personality
of each one. Wednesday afternoons would usually see him at the
Weyburn Livestock building watching the sales go up or down.
After residing on the farm for 43-1/2 years, they moved to the
town of Radville to their home where they still reside. With
their children and grandchildren and the spouses living nearby
there were many family gatherings and get togethers. He also
enjoyed chatting with his friends at the Senior Citizens Club.
A memorial service was held Saturday, December 11 at 2:00 p.m.
from Holy Family Roman Catholic Church, Radville, with Pastor
Martin Olson and Russell Ferris officiating. Interment followed
in Laurier Cemetery, Radville. All Art's grandchildren were honorary
pallbearers. For friends so wishing, donations may be made to
the Children's Wish Foundation or to a charity of the donor's
choice, in his memory. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher
Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
- Harold Arthur Hill
- It is with deep sadness, we announce the passing of Harold
Arthur Hill on Monday, December 6, 1999 at the age of 75 years
in the Weyburn General Hospital. Born in Weyburn, August 20,
1924, Harold lived all his life in Weyburn except from 1943 to
1946 when he served in the Canadian Army overseas. During this
time he met and married Annie Blake on September 18, 1945 in
England. Upon returning to Canada, he was a member of the militia
until 1960. He was employed at the power plant at Souris Valley
Extended Care Hospital from 1946 until his retirement in 1986
as chief engineer. During this time he was also a driver training
instructor and after retirement was a hobbyist farmer. Harold
was an active member of All Saint's Anglican Church serving on
the vestry for many years as a warden. He was very involved in
the Masonic Lodge, Latomia #125 being secretary-treasurer for
17 years as well as Past District Deputy Grand Master of District
6 in 1975-76. He was also a long service member of the Royal
Canadian Legion. Harold's main concern was for his family, and
he always kept a close watch on the weather especially when any
of his family were on the road. He was predeceased by his parents,
Walter (1970) and Elizabeth (1984). Harold is survived by his
loving wife Ann of 54 years, son Allan (Janet) and family, Karen,
Brian and Trevor of Yorkton; daughters: Pat (George) Smith and
family, Mary-Ellen, Heather and Kevin of Milestone; and Kathy
(Dennis) Felgate and family, Colin, Brianna and Michael of Regina.
Harold is also survived by brothers: George (Daisy) of Weyburn;
Rev. William J. (Edna) of Victoria; and Jim (Eunice) of Lethbridge
as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and good
friends. Harold will be very missed by all. Funeral service was
held Thursday, December 9 at 2:00 p.m. from All Saint's Anglican
Church, Weyburn, with Rev. Julie Collings officiating. Everyone
who shared Harold's life were considered to be honorary pallbearers.
The active pallbearers were: Erskine Sandiford, Ed Kitchen, Rod
Stafford, Bill Ferguson, Ron Hill and Bob Kinash. Members of
the Royal Canadian Legion and the Masons formed an honor guard.
Interment followed on Friday, December 10 at 10:30 a.m. in Green
Acres Memorial Gardens, Weyburn. In lieu of flowers, donations
to All Saint's Anglican Church or the Weyburn General Hospital,
would be greatly appreciated. Arrangements were entrusted to
Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
- Collin G. Monteith
- On Tuesday, November 30, 1999, Collin G. Monteith, late of
Weyburn, passed away at the age of 91 years. Predeceased by his
mother and father, Alex and Mina Monteith; brother, Alex Monteith,
a sister in infancy; and by a grandson, Kevin Baron. Collin is
survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Katherine Monteith of
Weyburn; two daughters: Sylvia Monteith of Weyburn and Sandra
(Wayne) Baron of Richmond, BC; three grandchildren: Lloyd Lucksinger,
Tim Lucksinger and Jeff Baron; two great grandchildren: Derek
Lucksinger and Collin Lucksinger; one sister-in-law: Florence
Monteith of Weyburn; one foster sister, Mable Hubbs of Weyburn;
as well as nieces and nephews. Collin was born October 30, 1908
on the farm at Weyburn and he attended Prospect School. He married
Katherine Heinzman on April 22, 1939 in Weyburn. They lived on
the farm until moving to Weyburn in 1972, where he has lived
until his passing. The family farm has been in the family for
100 years. They raised two daughters: Sylvia and Sandra. Collin
was always available to help any of his neighbors when help was
needed. He enjoyed sports, playing baseball in his younger days.
Collin also enjoyed his season tickets for the Weyburn Red Wings
hockey team, until his first heart attack in 1993. He would then
listen to the games on radio. He also enjoyed coaching the Toronto
Blue Jays from his easy chair where he watched all the games
on TV and listened to the games not shown. He also enjoyed curling
on TV. Collin and Katie celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary
on April 22, 1999 and Collin celebrated his 91st birthday on
October 30, 1999. Funeral service was held Thursday, December
2 at 2:00 p.m. from Knox Presbyterian Church, Weyburn, with Rev.
John Ferrier officiating. Interment followed in Hillcrest Cemetery,
Weyburn. Honorary pallbearers were Ben Rohloff, Rene Rubin, Marshall
Culham, Pete McFadden, Morley Jacobs and Joe Rubin. The active
pallbearers were: Wayne Baron, Sandy Monteith, Glen Knupp, Lloyd
Culham, Ron Endicott and Ron Metheral. For friends so wishing,
donations may be made in his memory to the Knox Presbyterian
Church. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels
Ltd., Weyburn.
- Celia Victoria Newman
- On Sunday, December 5, 1999, Celia Victoria Newman, late
of Weyburn, passed away at the age of 90 years. Predeceased by
her parents, Robert and Caroline Clemence; brothers and sisters,
and by her husband, Lyman. Celia is survived by her children:
Myrna (Dale) Rhinas of Yorkton, and their children: Jesse and
Ryan; Kenneth (Donna) Newman of Regina, and their children: Dwight
and David; Margaret (Gregg) Babish of Regina, and their son,
Brian (Dani); as well as many nieces and nephews. Celia Victoria
Newman was born September 21, 1909 at Osage. Celia attended Normal
School in Moose Jaw and began her teaching career in Prairie
River in north eastern Saskatchewan. She spent the following
decade teaching in the Weyburn area where she met and later married
Lyman Earl Newman on April 26, 1941. She then became a full time
mother and homemaker. Her interests included her family, gardening,
reading, sewing and later her grandchildren. After being diagnosed
with diabetes she became a member of the Diabetes Association.
She regularly attended the meetings receiving important information
and motivation which helped her control the disease and avoid
the damage which it can cause. Along with her husband she also
attended meetings of the Superannuated Teachers' Association.
After the death of her husband in 1986, she moved from her house
to a downtown apartment. During these years she spent many happy
times with her friends. Her strong faith in God gave her the
strength and courage to serve others throughout her life and
later to deal with the challenges of illness. She recently celebrated
her 90th birthday at Parkway Lodge where she experienced the
love and kindness of the staff. Funeral service was held Wednesday,
December 8 at 2:00 p.m. from Grace United Church, Weyburn, with
Bill Corkum officiating minister. Interment followed in Hillcrest
Cemetery, Weyburn. Pallbearers were: Dale Rhinas, Gregg Babish
(sons-in-law), Jessie Rhinas, Ryan Rhinas (grandsons), and honorary
pallbearers: Brian Babish, Dwight Newman, David Newman (grandsons).
For friends so wishing, donations may be made in her memory to
the Canadian Diabetes Association. Arrangements were entrusted
to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
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