OBITUARIES

Clifton LeRoy Lund

On Sunday, April 23, 2000, Clifton LeRoy Lund, late of Lake Alma, passed away at the Regina General Hospital, at the age of 67 years. Predeceased by his father, Ole Lund; one brother, Obert Lund; one brother-in-law, Delmar Ness and one sister-in-law, Emilie Ness. Clif is survived by his loving wife Darlene Lund of Lake Alma; his children: Cindy (Blaine) Lohse of Beaubier; Louanne (Ron) Buttar of Moose Jaw; and Dean (Laurie) Lund of Weyburn; grandchildren: Carey and Tyrell Lohse, Michelle, Spencer and Chad Woitas; Colton, Brooklyn and Jasmine Lund (twins); his mother, Ethel Lund of Weyburn; one sister, Vernice (Jim) Franklin of Cochrane, AB; one sister-in-law, Inez Lund of Weyburn; three aunts; Regena Lund of Weyburn; Alma (Chuck) Richards of Winnipeg, MB; and Lucille Strom of McTaggart; as well as several nieces and nephews. Clifton LeRoy Lund was born March 16, 1933 at NW 13-1-17-W2 (RM Lake Alma) at his parents' home. He was baptized at Overland Lutheran Church and also took confirmation lessons there. He attended Overland, Sandoff and Highland View schools south of Lake Alma (to Sandoff he rode horseback 4.5 miles, and at Highland View he stayed with his uncles Olaf and Anton Lund). Clif worked for several farmers in the Overland and Highland View districts after school, those being Olaf and Anton Lund, Leonard Petersen, and several others. He drove gravel truck for Ronald Field, then hauled gas from Regina to Gladmar for Alfred Ehrhardt. On August 11, 1956, Clifton married Darlene Ness and lived for a short time in Regina. A move was made to Weyburn in 1957 where Clif worked as a service station attendant, and then as a clerk in the Macleods store. While living in Weyburn, a daughter Cindy was born to them. The 'country boy' remained a part of Clif's city life, and still had the longing to go farming. In 1963 they purchased the Tom Mortensen farm which they still own. Two more children became part of the family on the farm, Louanne was born in 1964 and Dean was born in 1967. In the fall of 1983 they moved into Lake Alma to live but he actively farmed until 1993 when ill health caused early retirement. Family, friends and farming were Clif's main interests. He was a kind, gentle, honest, home loving man who was always interested in his family and community happenings. He will be deeply mourned and forever in our thoughts. A memorial service was held Wednesday, April 26 at 2:00 p.m. from Lake Alma Lutheran Church with Pastor Martin Olson officiating. Organist was Evelyn Deal and Dennis and Ceta Rude sang a duet. Interment followed in Saron Cemetery, Lake Alma. The honorary pallbearers were: Arnold Paul, Brian Thue, Bob Mattson, John Paul, Clare Offet and Norman Petersen. For friends so wishing, donations may be made in his memory to the Heart and Stroke Foun-dation of Saskatchewan. Ar-rangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.

Merthen Levi Toso

On Saturday, April 22, 2000, Merthen Levi Toso, late of Radville, passed away at the Radville Marian Health Centre, at the age of 92 years. Predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Bertha Toso; one son, Bryan Toso; one grandson, Ted White; one great grandson, Matt Kaufmann; three brothers: Julin, Odin and Johnny; two sisters: Alice Ortman and Irene Southers; and sons-in-law Omer Roysum and Al Belanger. Mert leaves to mourn, his loving wife of 70 years, Hattie; four daughters: Phyllis White of Salem, Oregon; Lorraine Roysum of Weyburn; Jeannette Hudon of Calgary, AB; and Maureen (Phil) Tachit of Calgary, AB; one son, Jim (Jane) Toso of Campbell River, BC; 27 grandchildren and 39 great grandchildren; three sisters: Bernice (Francis Hoit) Attridge, Vancouver, BC; Marie Juve of Plentywood, Montana; and Viola Becker of Calgary, AB; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Merthen was born November 17, 1907 in Columbus, N.D., USA and moved to Canada with his parents in 1914. He married Hattie Woitas on February 17, 1930. They farmed south of Lake Alma. He also worked for neighbours, at 'Wongs Store', the hotel and on road construction. They moved to Radville where he operated a road grader, drove school bus, worked at the C-op bulk station and was involved with various community activities. He was a member of St. Blaise Catholic Parish in Lake Alma and the Holy Family Parish in Radville. He semi-retired to Weyburn where he did painting, cutting grass, gardening and snow cleaning for himself and many neighbours. He moved back to Radville and continued gardening, cutting grass, painting and cleaning snow. They moved to the Marian Home and he was active there too, taking part in activities including telling jokes. Prayers were said Wednesday, April 26 at 7:30 p.m. from Holy Family Parish, Radville. Mass of Christian Burial was held Thursday, April 27 at 10:30 a.m. from Holy Family Parish Catholic Church, Radville, with Father Toupin presiding. Interment followed in Laurier Cemetery, Radville. The pallbearers were Rob Hudon, Ron Hudon, Greg Belanger, Garnet Roysum, Billy Juve and Doug Becker. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mert's memory to the Radville Marian Health Centre, Radville. Ar-rangements were in care of Hastings-Dionne Funeral Home Inc., Weyburn.

Herbert Ralph Harris

Herbert Ralph Harris passed away on April 29, 2000 at the age of 60 years. He is survived by his wife, Julia, daughter Yvonne Harris, son Tim (Susan) Harris and their children: Austin and Chad Harris; two sisters: Mary Bell and Elsie Harris; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends. At Herbert's request, a private family service will be held at Hillcrest Cemetery, Weyburn on Thursday, May 4 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Julie Collings officiating. In lieu of flowers, for friends so wishing, donations may be made to the All Saints Anglican Church, Weyburn, or the Canadian Cancer Society or to a charity of choice. Arrangements entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.

Gwen Worden

On Sunday, April 23, 2000, Gwen Worden, late of Weyburn, passed away at the age of 82 years. Gwen is survived by her husband, Herb Worden of Weyburn; three daughters: Connie (Skip) Watson of Regina, Judy Worden (Terry Malloy) of Regina, and Mary Lou (Brian) Ast of Saskatoon; eight grandchildren: Marcie, Rob (Jennifer) and Hal Watson; Jeff and Kevin Schreder; Heather, Joel and Keith Ast; and two great grandchildren: Jacob and Alexandra Watson; one brother, Keith (Doreen) Parsons of Abbotsford, BC; and sister-in-law Erma Worden of Weyburn. Jessie Gwendolyn Marie Worden (nee Parsons) was born February 7, 1918 at Cotham, SK. She grew up in Grenfell, Regina and Moosomin, then moved to Weyburn to enter psychiatric nursing. In 1941 she married Herb Worden, and they spent many happy years together at their Assiniboia Street home. Gwen will be remembered for her strong commitment to her family and friends. She enjoyed her home, neighborhood and vacationing at Carlyle Lake. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy, and she thought it was so nice that they wanted to come to Grandma's house for Christmas or other celebrations. Gwen was an avid curler. She competed twice in the Canadian Ladies' Senior Curling Championship and was awarded an honorary life membership in the Saskatchewan Ladies' Curling Association. Funeral service was held Friday, April 28 at 2:30 p.m. from Grace United Church, Weyburn, with Marilyn Anderson Corkum, officiating minister. All those in attendance were considered to be honorary pallbearers. The active pallbearers were her grandchildren. Cremation with interment to follow. For friends so wishing, donations may be made in her memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to a charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.

Eva Hood

On Saturday, April 22, 2000, Eva Hood, late of Weyburn, passed away at the Weyburn General Hospital, at the age of 92 years. Eva Olive Hood was born December 7, 1907 at Indian Head. Predeceased by her mother and father, William and Susan Cooper; three brothers: Albert, Harvey and Douglas Cooper; three sisters: Hazel Willson, Beatrice Cooper and Margaret Sheppard; and by her husband, Sidney Hood. Eva is survived by one brother, Don (Audrey) Cooper of Regina; special niece, Jean Cooley; as well as many nieces and nephews. A memorial service was held Friday, April 28 at 11:00 a.m. from Fletcher Funeral Chapel, Weyburn, with Marilyn Anderson Corkum officiating minister. Interment followed at Green Acres Memorial Gardens, Weyburn. All those in attendance were considered to be honorary pallbearers. Arrange-ments were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.

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