On Saturday, December 18, 1999, Edward James Cugnet, late of Weyburn, passed away accidentally at the age of 29 years. Predeceased by two grandfathers: Edward Cugnet and James A. Macleod; and by his uncle Fraser Macleod. Edward will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Jerry and Heather Cugnet of Weyburn; one brother, Bill Cugnet (Melissa and Josie Meyers) of Weyburn; and one sister, Sheila Cugnet (Levi Elanik) of Edmonton, AB; his two grandmothers: Mary Cugnet of Weyburn and Alice Macleod of Swift Current; one uncle Gary (Jan) Macleod of Medicine Hat, AB; one aunt, Myrna Campbell of Victoria, BC; special friends: Chris and Cory Rebrinsky of Stoughton; and Cory Hicks (Tara Keating) of Weyburn; as well as numerous great aunts, great uncles, cousins and friends. Ed was born March 25, 1970 at Weyburn. He attended Queen Elizabeth School, Junior High and Weyburn Comprehensive School, then on to the University of Saskatchewan in 1992 to 1993. Through his school years he enjoyed Karate, attaining a blue belt and swimming, getting his National Life Saving certificate and working as a life guard at the Weyburn Leisure Centre. Edward loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing and camping. He enjoyed some time at Pointer Lake Lodge. He also took part in the Boundry Commission Wagon Trek for two years. Edward's interests included art, drawing and carving. He enjoyed landscaping and yard work. He enjoyed family and friends and could often be found at the coffee shop visiting. He was currently residing at the family farm at Ralph. One of his greatest enjoyments was his Harley Davidson motorcycle, and he took part in the Sturgis bike rally and the local Independent Riders tours around the area. He worked in the oilfield and was currently employed with Bonus Well Servicing. Edward had a unique sense of humour and always saw the brighter side of life and enjoyed life to the fullest. He is deeply loved and sadly missed by Mom, Dad, Bill, Sheila, family and friends. A memorial service was held Wednesday, December 22 at 2:00 p.m. from Knox Presbyterian Church, Weyburn, with Rev. John Ferrier officiating. All those in attendance were considered to be honorary pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, for friends so wishing, donations may be made in his memory to the Weyburn Independent Riders Christmas Toy Run. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
I'm Free
Don't grieve for me,
for now I'm free.
I'm following the path God
has laid for me.
I took His hand when
I heard Him call,
I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day,
To laugh, to love,
to work or play,
Tasks left undone
must stay that way.
I found that peace at
the close of day.
If my parting has left a void,
Then fill it with
remembered joys,
A friendship shared,
a laugh, a kiss,
O yes, these things
I too will miss.
Be not burdened with
times of sorrow.
I wish you the sunshine
of tomorrow.
My life's been full,
I savored much,
Good friends, good times,
a loved one's touch.
Perhaps my time
seemed all too brief,
Don't lengthen it now
with undue grief.
Lift up your head and
share with me.
God wanted me now,
He has set me free.
On Thursday, December 23, 1999, Balbina (Bobbie) Brilz, late of Radville, passed away at the age of 84 years. Predeceased by her parents: Leopold and Anastasia Woitas; one grandchild in infancy; brothers and sisters: Katherine Thompson, Tom Woitas, Aloizy Woitas, Peter Woitas, Phil Woitas, Marion LaBelle, Leone Wick, Eleanor Toso, Lawrence Woitas, and Andrew Woitas in infancy. Bobbie leaves to mourn her husband, Rufus of Radville; children: Beverly (Maurice) Young of Sooke, BC; Dwayne (Donna) Brilz of Lanigan; Rodney (Barbara) Brilz of Radville; Marie (Glenn) Bader of Rocky Mountain House, AB; Conrad Brilz of Saskatoon; Valerie (Japhas) Emmanuel of Morgantown, West VA; and Irene (Brian) Minard of Weyburn; 18 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren; two sisters: Hattie (Merthen) Toso and Cecilia (Bert) Eidsness of Radville; brother, Casper (Anne) Woitas of Regina; and many nieces and nephews. Balbina "Bobbie" Gertrude Brilz was born March 31, 1915 at Lake Alma. She attended school at Tree Lake School in Lake Alma. On July 11, 1938 she married Rufus Brilz at St. Blaise Church in Lake Alma. They lived on a farm near Lake Alma from 1938 to 1943, then moved in 1943 to a farm two miles south of Radville. In the spring of 1946 they moved to the town of Radville where they resided until her passing. In her younger days Bobbie enjoyed making quilts with her sisters. She and Rufus enjoyed square dancing and old time dancing. She enjoyed her morning coffee with her friends, and playing cards, bingo, and shuffleboard at the Golden Heritage. Rufus and Bobbie traveled to Arizona for several years to spend the winters. They celebrated their 60th anniversary on July 11, 1998. Bobbie's faith was very important to her and she rarely missed on Sundays, and when she did she'd say "God will forgive me." She was a faithful member of the CWL. She will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all her family and friends. Prayers were said Tuesday, December 28 at 7:30 p.m. from Holy Family Roman Catholic Church, Radville. The funeral mass was held Wednesday, December 29 at 10:30 a.m. from Holy Family Roman Catholic Church, Radville, with Father Brian Meredith celebrant. Interment followed in Laurier Cemetery, Radville. All those in attendance were considered to be honorary pallbearers. The active pallbearers were her grandsons: Curt Minard, Kelly, Kevin, Corey, Keith and Darcy Brilz. For friends so wishing, donations may be made to the Radville Marion Health Centre Palliative Care Fund in her memory. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
Oliver Harold Dahl, late of Minton, passed away suddenly on his farm on December 16, 1999, at the age of 75 years. Oliver was born in Ceylon district on August 26, 1924. He was baptized into the family of God on September of the same year. While Oliver's formal education occurred at the Big Four School, he was learning all of the time, in the school of life. He began farming at an early age and resided on the family farm until his passing. Oliver was predeceased by his parents, Olaus and Olga Dahl; four brothers, Arthur, Ernest, Melvin and Einner Dahl; one sister, Violet Shaw; and one brother-in-law, Floyd Telenga. Oliver leaves to mourn his two brothers: Elvin Dahl of Gladmar and Roy Dahl of Minton; four sisters: Esther (Eric) Verity of Weyburn; Vera Telenga of Lethbridge, AB; Marie (Douglas) Wankel of Elbow; and Ruby (Murray) Weatherall of Moose Jaw; two sisters-in-law: Irene Dahl of Bethune and Cheryl Dahl of Gladmar; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and many good friends. Like his father, Oliver became an ardent sports fan, especially in fastball. He excelled in his batting abilities, hitting many home runs during the several years of playing ball with his six brothers and Gladmar Braves teammates. While growing up on the farm, his favorite pastimes were sledding and skiing down the many hills surrounding the farm, hunting, trapping and horseback riding with brother Ernie, who was his constant interested in horse racing. His love for animals continued through the years. He especially loved going to rodeos along with his good friend Charlie Tatarliov. He was also a frequent visitor at the Weyburn Livestock Exchange. Oliver enjoyed every aspect of farming, but he especially loved his cattle, which were his pride and joy. We always considered Oliver and his farm to be a family anchor where we could meet for special celebrations and reunions. He was always happy to have family and friends come. Everyone enjoyed his great sense of humour - he loved to tease, tell funny jokes and play little pranks on others. Oliver's compassion and generosity toward others was greatly appreciated. He was always ready to help family members, relatives, friends and neighbours in any way he could. His unique personality, strength of character, generosity and a real love for being with people made Oliver the special person he was. Funeral service was held on Monday, December 20 at 2:00 p.m. from the Elks Hall in Minton, with Pastor Martin Olson officiating. Special music was provided by Valerie (Wankel) Koshinsky, Denise (Wankel) Sielskis and Bryan Cornish with Marnell (Verity) Cornish as pianist. Interment followed in Chapel Grove Cemetery, Minton. The honorary pallbearers were all of Oliver's friends and relatives attending the funeral. The active pallbearers were: Allan Dinwoodie, Bill Tatarliov, Ken Tatarliov, Jim Blackmore, Derold Blackmore and Ken Hansen. We, his family, appreciate special people like Lucille and Toni Hintz, Eileen and Henry Sorenson, Brenda and Jim Blackmore and all of the friends, relatives and neighbours for the baking, visits and birthday celebrations in support of Oliver throughout the years. As we mourn the passing of our dear brother and uncle, our thoughts and memories of him become even more precious. We would like to dedicate this poem in memory of Oliver, which describes quite vividly his personality, style of life and character as he lived among us:
His life began upon a farm
Where every season held a charm,
Snow and blizzards, winter chills,
Card games, skiing on the hills.
Potatoes, sausage, turkey, steak,
Creamed peas and birthday cake.
Raising cattle, horses, hogs,
Pigs and chickens, cats and dogs.
Baling hay out in the sun,
Ball games when the chores were done.
Trucking grain and hauling hay,
Now and then some tricks he'd play.
Sense of humour, quick to please,
These are precious memories.
Remembrance is a word so dear,
More precious with each passing year.
Family gatherings, picnics too,
School reunions, friendships true.
Raising cattle, such a thrill,
Pigs to feed and troughs to fill.
Pots of coffee - lots to eat,
Smell of bacon - such a treat.
A welcome smile for all who came,
Norwegian whist - a favorite game.
Passing time will not erase
These memories of a loved one's face.
How quickly all the years go by,
But precious memories never die.
Those wishing to express their sympathy may donate to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Sask. or to a charity of their choice. Arrangements were in care of Hastings-Dionne Funeral Home Inc., Weyburn.
On Tuesday, December 21, 1999, Marjorie Doris Munday, late of Weyburn, passed away at the Weyburn General Hospital at the age of 96 years. Predeceased by her husband, Edward Robertson Munday in 1957; her parents, David and Alice Collins; one son, Cyril Munday; brothers and sisters: Constance, Victor, Claude, Basil and Cyril. She leaves to mourn one son, Ted (Lois) Munday of Calgary, AB; one daughter, Alvina (Henry) Friedrick of Weyburn; one sister, Enid Nelson of Weyburn; eight grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren. Marjorie was born on July 6, 1903 in South Hampton, England. She came to Canada as a baby with her parents, David and Alice Collins. They lived in several places until they settled in the Tribune area. She married Edward Munday on November 28, 1928. She enjoyed sewing and embroidering. Her life revolved around her family and she loved to visit and play cards with family and friends. Marjorie was a long time member of Grace United Church in Weyburn. Funeral service was held Tuesday, December 28 at 10:30 a.m. from Grace United Church, Weyburn, with Bill and Marilyn Corkum officiating ministers. Interment followed in Goodwater Cemetery, Goodwater. Active pallbearers were her six grandsons: Shane Friedrick, Cody Friedrick, Russell Marcotte, Steven Friedrick, Daniel Friedrick and Michael Barton. Those wishing to express their sympathy may donate to the Canadian Diabetes Association in her memory. Arrangements were in care of Hastings-Dionne Funeral Home Inc., Weyburn.
Carmen Wesley Caswell passed away peacefully on the morning of January 1, 2000 after a brief battle with cancer. He will be sadly missed by his family: loving and dedicated wife of 41 years, Margaret, son Kenn, daughters Lori (Dan) Zultok, Sheila (Randy) Kurczaba, and Sharon Caswell, and grandchildren Michael, Kyle, and Rebecca Kurczaba. He is also survived by his brother Garth, brother-in-law Ken Meorke, and stepfather Vernon Phillips. He was predeceased by his father Wesley, his mother Gladys Phillips and sister Mavis Meorke. Carmen was born at Froude, SK on September 9, 1932 and following graduation from high school in 1950, took employment with Toronto General Trust Corporation in Regina. Early in 1958 he began a long career in Public Health eventually working throughout most of central and southeast Sask. and northeastern Alberta. He was well liked and respected by all he met during the 39 years he spent with Public Health. He retired in late 1997 and returned to Saskatoon. Over the years he was a member and served on executive committees of the Weyburn Branch, the provincial executive and vice-president (south) of the Saskatchewan Civil Service, was a charter member and chairman of the Estevan and Weyburn branches of the Saskatchewan Foster Parent Association, both provincial and local executive boards, and the Estevan R.C.S. School board, Estevan Parks and Recreation Board, and a director and provincial treasurer of the Saskatchewan Branch of the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors. "Life has been interesting and enjoyable."-CWC. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Canadian Diabetes Association. The Vigil of Prayer was held Tuesday evening, January 4, at 7:30 p.m. and the funeral liturgy was held Wednesday, January 5 at 10:00 a.m. with both services being held at St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church, Saskatoon. The celebrant was Rev. Fr. Ken Thorson. The Rite of Committal took place in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Arrangements were entrusted to Park Funeral Chapel, Saskatoon.
