OBITUARIES
- Dorlyn Virgil Killian
- On Saturday, January 15, 2000, Dorlyn Virgil Killian, late
of Weyburn, passed away at the age of 67 years. Predeceased by
his parents: Edward and Dorothy Killian and his sister, Barbara
LeGroux. Dorlyn is survived by his wife, Roselie of Weyburn;
his children: Glen (Michelle) Killian of Weyburn; Miles Killian
of Regina; and Roxanne (Kelly) Paul of Regina; four grandchildren:
Marlow, Sean and Amanda Killian and Megan Paul; three brothers:
Delmer, Eldon and Melvin Killian, all of Ontario; as well as
numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Dorlyn was born February
7, 1932 on the family farm eight miles south of Weyburn. He was
the fourth of five children born to parents, Edward and Dorothy.
Dorlyn was baptized and confirmed in the Christian faith through
the ministry of St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church in
Weyburn. Life growing up on the farm had its hard times and its
fun. There were always chores to do, discipline was strict, and
no one had very much. Good times included Sunday afternoons in
the winter, when everyone came over to the Killians' to skate
on the dugout and the slough. And the black horses they loved
to race to school. And the pranks they played on the girls as
they got into their teens. Dorlyn loved farming and even from
7 or 8 years of age, he wanted to be a farmer. When the family
sold out in 1948 and moved east to Peterborough, ON, Dorlyn made
a promise to his childhood sweetheart, "I'm coming back
some day for you." It took a few years of pressing tags
in the machining factory, being best man at brother Delmer's
wedding, and getting fed up with boarding house life, but he
kept his promise and came back with his dad to the family farm
in 1952. Dorlyn stayed, bought the farm, and picked rocks and
picked more rocks. Then in 1955, at the Lutheran Church in Plentywood,
Montana, he married his helpmate, Roselie Dorwart. November 12
brought a blinding blizzard and -30F temperatures, and a tow
truck to start the car. The newlyweds went for an extended visit
to Ontario, where Glen was born in 1956. Myles came along soon
after, back on the farm at Weyburn. It was another one of those
days when the car wouldn't start, and Roxanne was born in 1960,
rounding out the family. They remembered Dad as Mom's support
for the heavy discipline. Special memories include family holidays
to Expo '67 in Montreal, and to the Black Hills camping. They
moved into town and then built the house at 204-13th Street,
in 1965. Dorlyn really enjoyed the interior work for the house,
and did his best to provide all that his family needed. Dorlyn
joined the Dept. of Highways in 1953 as a heavy duty mechanic
and spent his working career on the road, covering a territory
from Assiniboia to the Manitoba border and south to the Line.
He loved his job, and the crews appreciated his ability to innovate
with whatever was at hand to get equipment running again. He
also liked taking family members along, which sometimes required
a free dinner as a bribe. He taught his kids the basics, and
some grandchildren too. He retired in 1987 only ten days short
of 34 years of service, and continued to farm, always busy. The
accident that eventually left him in so much pain happened on
a street in Regina in February, 1974. He saw the little red car
coming and pushed Roselie out of the way before it struck him
and shattered his leg. After repeated surgeries, Dorlyn returned
to work, but the pain increased to the point that farming became
very difficult, and then even walking. Finally he had to be rushed
by ambulance to the hospital, and then transferred to Regina
where two dangerous aneurisms required emergency surgery. Two
days later, in a life saving effort, Dorlyn went back into surgery
to stop the poisoning of his system from his damaged leg. He
fought a long and hard three month battle of recovery, always
supported and encouraged by his family. Roxanne was ever vigilant,
asking all the questions she could think of. When the tubes started
coming out and he was transferred to 3E, Dorlyn started physiotherapy
and talking again. Dorlyn knew everyone who came to visit him.
He had lots of advice and teasing for Roselie about everything
from the carpet to crop insurance, and they enjoyed a good Christmas
together. His condition declined quickly after Christmas and
family members became front line medical staff. But nothing could
be done to restore kidney function, and infection gradually overtook
his strength to resist. He passed away peacefully early Saturday
morning, January 15. Funeral service was held Wednesday, January
19 at 2:00 p.m. from Zion Lutheran Church, Weyburn, with Pastor
Ron Bestvater officiating. Interment followed in Green Acres
Memorial Gardens, Weyburn. All those in attendance were considered
to be honorary pallbearers. The active pallbearers were: Ferris
Lawrence, Cliff Sterling, Ron Metheral, Roy Chuckry, Alex Sidloski
and Jim Giroux. A prayer service was held Tuesday, January 18
at 7:00 p.m. from Fletcher Funeral Chapel. For friends so wishing,
donations may be made in his memory to the Zion Lutheran Church,
Weyburn. Ar-rangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels
Ltd., Weyburn.
- Viola Emma Murray (Parohl-Obst)
- Eighty-seven years, passed away suddenly January 2, 2000,
at the Crows Nest Pass Health Centre. Vi was born in Lang, and
took all her schooling there. She attended Normal School in Regina
and taught in schools in the Lang/Yellow Grass area. Vi and Frank
Obst were married October 5, 1934 and resided on a farm northeast
of Yellow Grass. They had two children, Shirley and Jerry. Frank
died suddenly of a heart attack in 1946. Vi struggled to keep
the farm going for her family, however, returned to teaching
the following year. In 1948, she married Alan Murray. They farmed
west of Yellow Grass until purchasing the service station and
garage in town. Vi was a viable asset to the business, as the
"bookkeeper/accountant" and dispatcher for repairs.
The business was sold in 1960 when they moved to Alberta, living
in Calgary, Lethbridge and Crows Nest areas. Vi taught school
at "Gilbert Patterson" in Lethbridge for 17 years,
retiring in 1977. Alan and she were then able to enjoy winters
in the south and traveled extensively in the United States. Her
golf game was a constant pursuit of perfection and enjoyment.
She won several annual tournaments of which brought pride to
their trophy shelves. Curling was also an enjoyable winter outing
for her. Cooking for "hearty eaters" pleased her beyond
any thank yous for her superb culinary skills. She was an immaculate
housekeeper, enjoyed her garden, flowers and yard. Vi was a member
of the Order of Eastern Star and a 50 year member of the Ladies
Auxiliary to the Royal Canadian Legion. She was predeceased by
her first husband, Frank; mother and father August and Anna Parohl;
brother Herman; sister Annie; and brothers-in-law, Sam Fisher,
Gordon Dignem, Carl Obst and Edward Obst; and sister-in-law,
Margaret Murray. Vi will be sadly missed by her husband, Alan
(Bellevue, AB); daughter, Shirley (Hazen), Bulyea, SK; son, Jerry
(Sheila), Yellow Grass. She is also survived by seven grandchildren
and 18 great grandchildren; sister, Ida Fisher, Regina; brothers:
Charles (Joan), Red Rock, ON; and Henry (Sylvia), Tisdale; sister-in-law:
Mildred Parohl, Calgary; and Lyle Dignem, Oshawa, ON; and numerous
nieces and nephews. Cremation. Interment will be held at a later
date in Lang.
- Joyce Mae Bauer
On Sunday, January 16, 2000, Joyce Mae Bauer, late of Weyburn,
passed away at the City Hospital in Saskatoon at the age of 76
years. Predeceased by her husband, William Bauer, her parents
George and Jane Chilton; and two brothers, James and Kenneth
Chilton. Joyce is survived by her children: Billie (Cleeve Briere)
Bauer; Jane (Jeff) McKerrell; Leo Bauer and Lana Bauer; four
grandchildren: Lee and Megan Bauer; Jennifer and Kieran McKerrell;
one brother, William (Josephine) Chilton; one sister, Faye (Keith)
Fox; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Joyce was born December
6, 1923 at Redvers, the third child of five to George and Jane
Chilton. She was raised and educated in Redvers. She then served
in the army, being stationed in Regina and Ottawa. She was trained
as a bookkeeper in the army, then lived in Moose Jaw before moving
to Weyburn. On February 4, 1950 she married William John Bauer
in Weyburn. They raised their family in Weyburn where Joyce worked
as a bookkeeper for Great Plains Ford until retiring in 1987.
She enjoyed traveling and spending time with her family, especially
her grandchildren. A memorial service was held Friday, January
21 at 3:00 p.m. from St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church,
Weyburn, with Father Francis Hengen officiating. Inurnment followed
in Hillcrest Cemetery, Weyburn. All those in attendance were
considered to be honorary pallbearers. Private family prayers
were held Thursday evening. For friends so wishing, donations
may be made to the Saskatoon City Hospital Foundation, in her
memory. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels
Ltd., Weyburn.
Dayna Lee Beaton
On Tuesday, January 11, 2000, Dayna Lee Beaton, late of Weyburn,
passed away at the age of 18. She was predeceased by one brother,
Kevin Beaton; and her grandfathers: John Beaton and Henry (Hank)
Guider. Dayna is survived by her loving family: her parents David
and Debbie Beaton; her sisters and brother: Lisa (Shawn) Fellner,
Chris Beaton, Stacy (Morgan Sanheim) Beaton of Regina; niece
Mayson (Dayna Sanheim) Beaton of Francis; nephew Drew Fellner
all of Weyburn; two grandmas Inez Guider of Weyburn, and Virginia
Beaton of Regina; great grandma Christina Dillen of Regina; two
aunts: Kim (James) Johnstone of Carlyle, and their family: Candis,
Randi, and Matthew; and Carol (Ray) Simon of Africa and their
family: Tyler, Whitney and Spencer; as well as numerous great
aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Dayna was born in Regina
on June 11, 1981. Dayna was a fighter right from the start -
having been born with asthma, hearing loss, and unique ears.
She grew up in Griffin and later moved to Weyburn in 1990. In
1991, Dayna was named the Corby Cup Girl, in which she helped
in the official opening of the Elks Corby Cup. Dayna was a very
active little girl. She enjoyed swimming, baseball, reading,
and even going to school. As Dayna grew older her main hobby
became reading. Dayna was employed at the Zippy Mart for the
last year and a half. Dayna loved beingwith her family, being
an aunty, and hanging out or going for coffee with her friends.
Everyone who knew Dayna, knew her great sense of humor and that
special twinkle in her eyes. She will be sadly missed and forever
loved by all those who knew her. Prayers were said Friday, January
14 at 7:00 p.m. from Fletcher Funeral Chapel. The funeral service
was held Saturday, January 15 at 2:30 p.m. from Silver Heights
Bible Church with Pastor Kent Martens officiating. Interment
followed in Hillcrest Cemetery, Weyburn. All those in attendance
were considered honorary pallbearers. The active pallbearers
were: Candis Johnstone, Randi Johnstone, Tanya Myers, Renae Affie,
Greg Stewart, and Lindsey Bousfield. For friends so wishing,
donations may be made in Dayna's memory to the Elks & Royal
Purple Fund for Children, 104-5th Street NE, Weyburn, SK S4H
0Z1 or to the Asthma Society of Canada. Arrange-ments were entrusted
to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
She was a small gift sent from heaven
But meant only to stay a short while
She gave us much courage and joy
Her love blossomed and strengthened our faith
She showed us the true meaning of life
Her eyes could turn ice to water
Her warmth could light a thousand candles
Her smile touched deeper than the deepest canyon
Her presence was felt by all those around her
We thank God for our small gift from heaven
Even though she was ours only a short while.
Caroline Margaret
Nurnberger
Caroline Margaret Nurnberger, age 97, died peacefully in her
sleep at the Deep South Special Care Home, Pangman, Wednesday,
January 12, 2000. Caroline was born May 2, 1902 in Lidgerwood,
Richland Co., North Dakota. With her family she moved to Carpio,
N.D., Yellow Grass, then Ogema and finally, in 1919 to the farm
outside of Glasnevin, where Caroline made her home until her
passing. Caroline was a hard working pioneer with a farmer's
heart. She loved working with cattle and horses and, for as long
as she was able, raised an abundance of chickens, turkeys, geese
and ducks. Gardening was a personal passion and many a neighbor
received the abundant fruits of her labor. Caroline homesteaded
for a brief period in the Peace River Valley district of BC in
the early 30's. When she returned to Glasnevin, it was to support
her parents, Jake and Edith, and particularly, her brother John,
in the running of the original family farm. Having never married,
Caroline made her community her family. She was an avid and life-long
member of the Glasnevin Homemakers, as well as the Rebekah Lodge.
Never did you leave the Nurnbergers without a mouth-watering
lunch or meal. Coffee and visiting were high priorities and Caroline
entertained her company with vast portions of local history (complete
with dates) that she had committed to memory. Caroline was a
strong-willed woman with a determination equaled by few. Even
when her health began to fail, in the mid '90's, Caroline continued
to "visit" with homecare workers over chocolates and
grape pop. She was a special friend, neighbor and auntie until
the end. Caroline was the last living member of her original
family, having been predeceased by her father John Jacob, her
mother Edith, her sisters: Dora, Margaret and Gladys and her
brothers, Henry and John, and her niece Edith (Hugh) Williams
of St. Brieux, also died in July, 1999. Caroline is survived
by her nephew John Nurnberger (Liz) of Parksville, BC; nieces,
Dorothy (Wilson) Murray of Regina, and Lois Morrison of New Mexico,
USA. Several great nieces and nephews will also miss their special
"Aunt Caroline." Funeral service was held at the Ogema
United Church, Saturday, January 15 at 2:00 p.m. The Reverend
Linda Harrison officiated. Honorary pallbearers were members
of The Glasnevin Homemakers, The Rebekah Lodge No. 27, and Caroline's
many caregivers and friends. Pallbearers were: Terry Mooney,
Bryan Martindale, Bruce Mossing, Corvin Mossing, John Owen, and
Earl Owen. The eulogy was given by Brenda Kernaleguen. The organist,
Geraldine Taylor, was accompanied by the Ogema United Church
Choir. Memorial donations may be directed to the Ogema Museum,
the Rebekah Lodge or either the Pangman Deep South Care Corp.
or the Bengough Special Care Home. Interment followed at the
Ogema Cemetery. Ross Funeral Service, Assiniboia, was in care
of arrangements.
- Phyllis Renz
Phyllis Renz (Hannant) was born in Pense, SK April 14, 1941,
along with her twin sister Mary. She grew up with 13 brothers
and sisters. She attended school in Pense until grade six when
they moved into Regina. She married George Renz in 1959. They
moved all over Sask. and Man. while George worked with highway
construction. They settled in Khedive on the farm where she took
great joy in raising her family. Many evenings were spent visiting
with friends and playing cards. She spent her summers with her
children at Trossachs Camp where she helped out in the kitchen.
She continued this with her grandchildren who all have fond memories
of going to camp with Gramma. They resided on the farm until
1996 when they moved to Pangman. She took great joy in taking
care of others and not thinking of herself. She proved this in
her total care of George as she was by his side during his short
battle with cancer in the fall of 1996. After the loss of her
lifelong partner and friend in December of 1996 Phyllis directed
that caring to her family and the community of Pangman. She built
up a network of friends and became very active in the community.
Her greatest joy was helping others. Phyllis' positive attitude
and good nature was a testimony to everyone around her. As she
battled her illness she never let on how bad it was. She passed
away quietly January 18, 2000 with her family beside her. Phyllis
was predeceased by her husband: George in 1996; son Leonard in
1961; infant granddaughter Courtney in 1988; also by her father
Herbert Hannant in 1974; sisters: Jean, Lorraine; brother Allan
in infancy; sister-in-law Hannah Hannant; brothers-in-law: Bruce
Allen, Jim Renz, Bill Renz, Stewart Renz; Irvin McLaughlin and
Gordon Barrett. Phyllis is survived by her mother: Mary Hannant;
daughters: Jocelyn (Fernand) Paulhus; their children: Christopher,
Brandon and Brittany; Rose Renz (Jeff Chase) and daughter Ashley
all of Moose Jaw; son Raymond (Wanda) and their children Amy,
Cody and Chelsey of Virden, MB. She is also survived by her twin
sister: Mary (Charlie) West of Regina; as well as sisters: Irene
(Lloyd), June, Alma Joan (Gerry), Libby (Elmer), Beatrice (Hugh),
Marlene; brothers: George (Lil), Charlie, Earl (Shirley), Bob
(Norma), Walter (Patsy); sisters-in-law: Anne Allen, Lois Renz,
Bertha Renz; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and close
friends. Funeral service was held Saturday, January 22, 2000,
2:00 p.m. at Bethel Mission Pentecostal Church, Pangman, SK,
with Rev. JP Rousseaux officiating. Interment will follow in
Pangman Community Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can
be made to the Pangman Health Centre /Personal Care Home, Pangman.
Arrangements in care of Hastings-Dionne Funeral Home Inc., Weyburn.
- Alfred Lawrence Fellner
On Sunday, January 16, 2000, Alfred Lawrence Fellner, late of
Weyburn, passed away at the age of 80 years. Predeceased by his
parents, Nicholas and Margaret Fellner; two brothers: Fred and
Mel Fellner, and one brother-in-law, Peter Kesslering. Alfred
is survived by his wife, Anne of Weyburn; four daughters: Linda
(Brad) Pingert of Pangman; Arlene (Dave) Mallory of Brockville,
ON; Delores (Murray) Silljer of Outlook; and Colleen Fellner
(Dwight Hall) of Regina; nine grandchildren: Dawn (Pat) Boyd,
Bonnie (Pingert) (John Moleski), Mandy (Blair) Bendickson, Reese
Pingert, Brandon and Brooke Mallory, Boe, Bobbie Lynn and Megan
Silljer; one brother Edward (Amelia) Fellner of Pangman; one
sister Rosina Kesslering of Weyburn; one sister-in-law Tess Fellner
of Pangman; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Alfred was
born September 4, 1919 at Khedive, SK on the family farm. While
growing up Alfred enjoyed playing guitar and banjo, and singing,
accompanied by his brother Fred. They enjoyed playing for community
dances. As well, Alfred was an accomplished athlete. He played
on the Khedive ball team being their main pitcher. He also enjoyed
hockey and played left wing for the Khedive hockey team. As well,
Alfred was a good bowler, traveling with the bowling team to
various Sask. centres to play in tournaments. He bowled in the
Weyburn league for many years. Alfred served in the army from
1941 to 1945, being stationed at Red Deer, Wainwright, Prince
George and Ottawa. Upon his return, he farmed one mile west of
his parents' home quarter. In 1946 he married Anne Kaip, and
they raised four girls. They remained on the farm until 1955
when they moved to Khedive. Alfred continued to farm from Khedive
as well as taking on the janitorial duties for the Khedive schools.
In 1968 they moved to Weyburn where Alfred worked as maintenance
for the Weyburn Court House. In 1969 he started working at Souris
Valley Hospital where he worked until his retirement in 1984.
He truly enjoyed this job. He enjoyed the people he worked with
and had a special comradery with these people. Alfred continued
his enjoyment for music in his retirement, playing and singing
with several bands: 3 Hits and a Miss, the Merry Makers, and
the Pioneers. He also enjoyed volunteer work which included meals
on wheels and 1800 hours plus at the Souris Valley Hospital.
Alfred's greatest joy was spending time with his family whom
he loved dearly: Anne, his wife of 53 years, his daughters: Linda,
Arlene, Delores and Colleen and their families. He will be dearly
missed by all! Prayers were said Thursday, January 20 at 7:00
p.m. from Fletcher Funeral Chapel with Father Francis Hengen
presiding. The funeral mass was held Friday, January 21 at 10:30
a.m. from St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church, Weyburn,
with Father Francis Hengen celebrant. Interment followed in Khedive
Cemetery. Members of the Royal Canadian Legion held a Last Post
Service and formed an Honor Guard along with members of St. Mary's
Altar Society. The active pallbearers were his grandsons and
grandsons-in-law, Pat Boyd, John Moleski, Blair Bendickson, Reese
Pingert, Boe Silljer and Brandon Mallory. 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.
- Charles (Chuck) Henry Dammann
On Wednesday, January 19, 2000, Charles (Chuck) Henry Dammann,
late of Weyburn, passed away at the age of 77 years. Predeceased
by his mother and father, Carl and Elsie Dammann; daughter-in-law,
Darlene Dammann and grandchild, Aileen. Chuck is survived by
his loving wife, Olivia of Weyburn; and his children: Sharlie
(Lawrence Cherpin)
Skuce of Radville, and her children: Jarrad (Kristy) Skuce and
Kyle Skuce; Doug (Noreen) Dammann of Weyburn, and their children:
Barclay and Shane (Shelley); Wendy Dammann of Weyburn; Gerry
(Gayle) Dammann of Stoughton, and their children: Brant, Kirk,
Colin and Breann; Bev (Ken) Hofmeister of Fort Qu'Appelle and
their children: Rachelle and Kelly; Randy (Kathy) Dammann of
Griffin and their children: Darrell, Kiteen and Curtis; and Dal
Dammann of Weyburn; brothers and sisters: Velma Campbell of Dodsland;
Leroy (Eileen) Dammann of Stoughton; Clair (Janet) Dammann of
Edmonton; brothers-in-law: Gilbert MacDonald of Duncan, BC and
Bill Bossenberry of Weyburn; sisters-in-law: Opal Keturakis of
Weyburn; Bertha Rose of Heward; Doreen (Norm) Hay of Burton,
NB; Wilma MacDonald of Duncan, BC and Melvina MacDonald of Stoughton;
as well as several nieces and nephews. Chuck was born in Little
Rock, Iowa, USA on March 6, 1922. He migrated to Canada with
his parents, Carl and Elsie Dammann, sister Velma and brother,
Leroy in 1929. He attended school in Froude and Luther College
in Regina. On December 25, 1945 he married Olivia (nee MacDonald)
at Woodley, SK. They lived and farmed in the Froude District
from 1945 to 1986. Chuck and Lol moved to Weyburn in 1986. Chuck
was actively involved in the Froude 4-H Calf Club. He willingly
gave time to family, neighbours and friends, and assisted with
community events and activities. His hobbies included camping,
fishing, hunting, curling, gardening and yard work. Funeral service
was held Saturday, January 22 at 2:00 p.m. from Grace United
Church, Weyburn, with Marilyn Anderson Corkum officiating minister.
Interment followed in Green Acres Memorial Gardens, Weyburn.
All those in attendance were considered to be honorary pallbearers.
The active pallbearers were: his four sons, Douglas, Gerald,
Randal and Dal Dammann, son-in-law Ken Hofmeister and nephew
Wayne Bossenberry. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made
in his memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan.
Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd.,
Weyburn.
- Bruce Gary Manley
Bruce Gary Manley passed away peacefully in his mother's arms
on Sunday, January 16, 2000. Bruce was born January 29, 1976.
He lived in Torquay before moving to Saskatoon with his folks
in 1994. Bruce was a very happy, content and creative young man
despite his disabilities due to muscular dystrophy. His family
meant everything to him. Bruce is survived by his mom Myrna,
his dad Gary, his sisters Lisa (Jim Bandola) and Treena (Steve
St. Amand), his grandparents Joe and Evalyn Ruddell, grandmother
Evelyn Manley, numerous aunties, uncles, cousins, friends and
his special little cat "Ebony." He was predeceased
by his grandfather Albert Manley and grandmother Jean Ruddell.
The family wishes to thank Saskatoon & District Health Home
Care, Dr. E. Nykiforuk, Pastor Boyd Molder and David Schurr from
Park Funeral Chapel for their compassion and care. The funeral
service was held Thursday, January 20 at 2:00 p.m. conducted
by Pastor Boyd Molder from Zion Lutheran Church, Saskatoon. In
lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Muscular
Dystrophy Assoc. of Canada, #104-10335-172 St., Edmonton, AB
T5S 1K9. Arrangements entrusted to David J. Schurr LFD/LE of
Park Funeral Chapel, Saskatoon.
- Gladys Angeline Simmons
On Friday, January 21, 2000 Gladys Angeline Simmons, late of
Weyburn, passed away at Weyburn General Hospital, at the age
of 86 years. Predeceased by her loving husband of 53 years, John
Simmons; her parents: Nels and Mary Johnson; son Gerald Simmons;
sister Mabel Oliver; two brothers: Oscar and Nestor Johnson.
Gladys is survived by one son Ken (Barbara) Simmons of Kelowna,
BC; two daughters: Lynda (Delmar) Gaab of Calgary, AB and Dorothy
(Rick) Kopec of Weyburn; one daughter-in-law Carol Simmons of
Rouleau; one brother Mervin (Margaret) Johnson of Weyburn; three
sisters: Dorothy Lyons of Neepawa, MB; Beatrice (William) Uhrich
of Tribune; and Ruby (Jerome) Frank of Okanagan Falls, BC; 12
grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren; as well as numerous
nieces and nephews. Gladys was born in Tribune on August 18,
1913. She married John Simmons on January 29, 1931 in Tribune
and continued to farm in the Lomond District until retirement
in 1975, when they moved to Weyburn. Gladys and John celebrated
their 40th and 50th wedding anniversaries with several members
of their family and friends. Watching baseball, hockey and curling
was one of Gladys' interests and she was able to attend several
major curling Briers and Tournament of Hearts, including Halifax,
NS, Brandon, MB and Calgary, AB. She also enjoyed sewing, quilting
and gardening. Gladys was involved with the Colgate Hospital
Guild as well. Funeral service was held Tuesday, January 25 at
2:00 p.m. from Grace United Church, Weyburn, with Bill Corkum
officiating minister. Interment followed in Green Acres Memorial
Gardens, Weyburn. All those in attendance were considered honorary
pallbearers. The active pallbearers were: Kevin Kopec, Dwight
Gaab, Terry Simmons, Jeff Simmons, Ron Simmons and Mandy Kopec.
For friends so wishing, donations may be made in her memory to
the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Sask., or to the Grace United
Church Building Fund. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher
Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
- Leonard Raymond Engebretsen
On Thursday, January 13, 2000, Leonard Raymond Engebretsen, late
of Weyburn, passed away at the age of 89 years. Predeceased by
his mother and father, Ingrid and Einar Engebretsen; and by numerous
brothers and sisters-in-law, Leonard is survived by his loving
wife of 60 years, Regina of Weyburn, and by his son, Wayne (Mary)
Engebretsen, grandson, Darren and granddaughter, Alexia, all
of Weyburn, one sister Florence Spreken; as well as numerous
nieces and nephews. Leonard was born January 7, 1911 at Wild
Rose, N.D. USA. He came with his family to Canada in 1917 to
a farm outside of Halbrite where he grew up and attended elementary
school to grade 8. On September 2, 1939 he married Regina Borshowa
at Weyburn. He hauled coal in Weyburn, worked as an aide at the
Saskatchewan Hospital for one year, and then worked as a radiator
repairman in various garages in Weyburn for 30 years. Leonard
enjoyed bike riding, playing cards and dancing. He played the
accordion in a band for many years in Weyburn and area. He was
a life member of the Weyburn Elks Lodge and a member of the United
Church. A memorial service was held Monday, January 17 at 2:00
p.m. from Fletcher Funeral Chapel with Marilyn Anderson Corkum
officiating minister. Interment followed in Green Acres Memorial
Gardens, Weyburn. 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.
- Ana Petrisor
Ana Petrisor (nee Mertick) passed away at the age of 96 in Weyburn
on Sunday, January 9, 2000. Ana was born in Bukovina, Romania.
In 1911 her family moved to Canada and later to Sask. where they
homesteaded in the Truax district. Predeceased by her loving
husband, Wesley; five children: George, Isidor, John, Wesley
and Victor; five grandchildren; two sisters: Lily and Grace;
and one brother, George; Ana will be sadly missed by her surviving
children: Irene (Joe) Martin, Weyburn; Stanley (Edith) Petrisor,
Simcoe, ON; Ruby Cunningham, Kelowna, BC; Pearl McDougall, Whitewood;
Ethel Carlson, Radville; and Jeannie (George) Elliott, Kelowna,
BC; daughters-in-law Nancy Petrisor, Woodstock, ON; and June
(Joe) Zagazeski, Moose Jaw. She also leaves to mourn 21 grandchildren;
44 great grandchildren; seven great great grandchildren. Ana
is also survived by two brothers: Alex (Iliana) Mertick, Moose
Jaw; John (Hattie) Mertick, St. Thomas, ON; and one sister, Lorraine
Crane, Ingersoll, ON. Funeral service was held Thursday, January
13 at 10:00 a.m. in St. George Orthodox Cathedral, Regina, with
Rev. Fr. John Mancantelli officiating. Interment followed in
Riverside Memorial Park. Prayers were Wednesday, January 12 at
7:00 p.m. in the Helmsing Funeral Chapel, Regina. In lieu of
flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation
of Sask., 2360-2nd Ave., Regina, SK S4R 1A6. Arrangements were
entrusted to Helmsing Funeral Chapel, Regina.
- Violet Roberts
On Friday, January 14, 2000, Violet Roberts, late of Weyburn,
passed away at Hilltop Manor, at the age of 86 years. Predeceased
by her parents, Herbert and Jane Lamb; husband James "Jim"
of 53 years; son Jimmy; two brothers: Jim and Charles Lamb; and
one sister Gladys Holtz. Violet is survived by her son Don (Beth)
Roberts of Calgary, AB; two granddaughters: Lynne (Duane) Brown
and their daughter Sydney, and Kim (Jeff) Philipott and their
children: Bret and Breeanne; brothers and sister: John (Jennie)
Lamb of China Creek, BC; Myrtle (Donald) Meyers of Midale; and
Bob Lamb of Kelowna, BC; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Violet was born in Elcan, AB on December 17, 1913. At the age
of nine, she moved with her family to Huntoon, SK where they
farmed. In 1936 she married Jim Roberts. They farmed in the Griffin
area where they raised their two boys: James born in 1939 and
Donald born in1942. In 1975 Jim and Violet sold the farm and
moved to Weyburn to live. Funeral service was held Friday, January
21 at 2:00 p.m. from Fletcher Funeral Chapel, Weyburn, with Marilyn
Anderson Corkum officiating minister. Interment followed in Griffin
Cemetery. All those in attendance were considered to be honorary
pallbearers. The active pallbearers were: Gary Lamb, David Lamb,
Bernie Meyers, Ken Meyers, Norm Meyers and Pat Tracey. In lieu
of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Heart
and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan. Arrangements were entrusted
to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
- Dolores Fay Hope
Dolores Fay (nee Elvrum) Hope (formerly Husum), born on March
12, 1933 in Consul, SK. Dolores Hope passed away at the Greater
Niagara General Hospital on January 22, 2000 after a short illness.
She is much loved by her husband Russell R. Hope; her children:
Verlyn (Stan) Willson of Edmonton, AB; Allen Maxwell (Judy) Carpendale
of Marwayne, AB; Sheryl Marriott of Red Deer, AB; and Lyle (Dawnella)
Carpendale of Lloydminster, AB. She will be fondly remembered
by her grandchildren: Rhonda Marriott of Regina; Elizabeth and
Becky Willson of Edmonton, AB; Darla Hoimyr of Saskatchewan and
Tiffany, Crystal, James and Cody Foley of Lloydminster, AB. She
will also be sadly missed by one great grandson, Braden; her
brothers and sisters-in-law: Robert (Audrey) Hope of Toronto;
Joyce (Arthur) Strange and Donald (Patricia) Hope of Fonthill;
her aunt, Marion Reesor of Calgary, AB and numerous cousins,
nieces and nephews. Dolores was a member of Willo-Dell Golf and
Country Club, past president of the ladies division, and a member
of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #396. She was the proprietor
of Tax Facts Inc. of Niagara Falls. Dolores was formerly of Saskatchewan
and moved to Niagara Falls in 1982. Dolores was at the Morse
and Son Chapel of the Morgan Funeral Homes, Niagara Falls. Cremation
has taken place. The family received friends at the funeral home
on Tuesday from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. A memorial service
was held at the Morse and Son Chapel on Tuesday, January 25 at
3:00 p.m. In memory of Dolores, memorial contributions may be
made to the Palliative Care at GNGH or the Canadian Cancer Society.
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