OBITUARIES

Thomas Laverne Farr

Thomas Laverne Farr of Saskatoon passed away at St. Paul's Hospital on May 4, 2000. Tom was predeceased by his grandparents, Annie and Earl Farr of Ogema and William and Caroline Thompson of Lake Alma. As well as several aunts, uncles and cousins. Tom is survived by his son Ken (Shelley), grandchildren, Dustin, Danielle of Kelowna, BC. Parents Fred and Clara Farr of Ogema, siblings Roger and Howard Farr of Ogema, and Nancy (Myles) Schaefer of Saskatoon and several nieces and nephews. Tom grew up on his parents' farm near Ogema and took his schooling there. he apprenticed in auto body with his uncle, Roy Farr in Fairview, Montana and finished his training at S.T.I. in Moose Jaw. In 1965 Yom married Connie Potts from Weyburn and they lived there for several years while Tom worked for Barber Motors and Trio Auto Body. Their son Kenneth Murray was born in 1968. They later moved to Calgary where Tom remained until 1996, Tom and Connie later divorced. While in Calgary, Tom worked in auto body and then for the City of Calgary. One of his greatest achievements was being chosen out of the top ten auto body men in Calgary to paint a Rolls Royce the Queen rode in while visiting Calgary. Tom was always very active even though his diabetes took the sight of his right eye. His pride and joy was his canary yellow Corvette and speedboat. Treasure hunting with his metal detector and flea marketing were other passions of Tom's. Elvis had a lasting effect on Tom; he was a life long fan. Tom played bass for the Varitones in his earlier years and music continued to be an important part of his life. Tom's last years were spent living in the Sherbrooke Community Centre in Saska-toon, when a stroke restricted his ability to communicate and get around. He found great joy in his visits with his two-year-old niece Makenzie, watching her grow. Tom loved to have company and still managed to keep his sense of humor throughout his ordeal of failing health. A memorial service was held on Thursday, May 11 at 2 p.m. from Ogema United Church, with inurnment at Ogema cemetery. Rev. Linda Harrison officiated. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association of Regina, 4420 Albert St., Regina, Sask. S4S 6B4. Arrangements entrusted to Paragon Funeral Services, Regina.

Regena Sophie Lund

On Monday, May 8, 2000, Regena Sophie Lund, of Lake Alma, passed away at Crocus Plains Villa in Weyburn at the age of 89 years. Predeceased by her parents, John and Engeberg Johnson, her husband Olaf Lund, one son Elmer Lund, one son in infancy, Charles Lund, one daughter, Lorraine Petersen; stepmother; two sisters; two brothers; three half brothers. Regena is survived by her daughter, Lillian (Robert) Pohle of Weyburn; her son, Marvin Lund of Lake Alma; son-in-law, Norman Petersen (Arlene) of Lake Alma; nine grandchildren and their families; 23 great grandchildren; six half sisters; three half brothers; two sisters-in-law; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Regena was born at Watford City, North Dakota, on May 28, 1910. She came to the Lake Alma area in 1912, and later attended school at Highland View district. As did many young ladies, Regena worked for various neighbors in the area, and she was not on a 40 hour week. The lack of the amenities we have now made for a lot of hard work, but she was diligent in her work. In 1930 Regena married Olaf Lund, and they farmed together as they raised the blessings of their marriage, namely Elmer, Charles, Lillian, Marvina and Lorraine. Her love for gardening made her work, which was hard, seem lighter, and since it was for her family, it was her way of showing her love for them. In pioneer days, food was a precious commodity, and Regena enjoyed cooking and baking. Her love for her family was shown in the kitchen, but she also taught her children the importance of sharing what you are able. "Nobody ever left her house hungry, even if they were strangers," is a gift she gave to her family. In 1982, Olaf passed away after over 50 years of marriage. Regena however, continued on as usual, doing what she was able to help. Her love was the farm, but when she began having some difficulty in walking, she retired to the Crocus Plains Villa. It may not be totally true to call it retirement, since she continued to crochet and do other crafts. She took part in the daily activities, and always enjoyed a visit with anyone with whom she could show her creations and her pictures of her family. Funeral service was held Wednesday, May 10 at 2:00 p.m. from Lake Alma Lutheran Church with Rev. Martin Olson officiating. Organist was Melanie Hoimyr and Dennis and Ceta Rude sang a duet. Interment followed in Saron Cemetery, Lake Alma. Pallbearers were Leonard Ulledalen, Harlan Throssel, Alvern Hoimyr, Elmer Fuhro, Blaine Lund and Wade Lund. For friends so wishing, donations may be made in her memory to the Lake Alma Lutheran Church. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.

Laura Gosselin

On Monday, May 8, 2000, Laura Gosselin, late of Weyburn, passed away at the Weyburn General Hospital at the age of 85 years. Predeceased by her parents, Hector and Florence Foulkes; her husband, Alex Gosselin, September 1981; one son, Robert Gosselin in 1992; one daughter-in-law, Gloria Gosselin; three brothers Alvin, Hector and Arthur Foulkes; one sister, Alice Terry and three infant siblings. Laura is survived by her two sons: Ron (Doreen) Gosselin of Brandon, MB and Arthur Gosselin of Calgary, AB; seven grandchildren: Diana, Micheal, Larry, Brenda, Bryan, Bradley and Belynda; one brother: George Foulkes of Abbotsford, BC; two sisters-in-law: Ennis Foulkes of Weyburn, and Evelyn Wrigley of Estevan; as well as many beloved nieces and nephews. Laura Gosselin was born May 11, 1914 at Tribune. She took her schooling at Tribune and lived there most of her life. In May, 1932 she married Alexander Gosselin. They moved to Weyburn when Alex retired from the CPR where they have resided until her passing on May 8. Funeral service was held Friday, May 12, at 3:00 pm. from Hastings-Dionne Funeral Chapel, Weyburn, with Bill Corkum officiating minister. Interment followed in Green Acres Memorial Gardens, Weyburn. Members of her family were pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation in her memory. Arrangements were in care of Hastings-Dionne Funeral Home Inc., Weyburn.

Zeta Erickson

On Monday, May 8, 2000, Zeta Erickson, late of Weyburn, and formerly of Amulet, SK passed away at the age of 83 years. Predeceased by her parents, Lorenzo Rosellini in 1920 and Elizabeth Rosellini-Smailes in 1957; her husband Axel
Erickson in 1975; daughter-in-law, Diane Erickson in 1990; brother, Victor Smailes; half brother, Fred Smailes; and half sister Vera Jesse. Zeta is survived by one son, Fred Erickson of Regina; one granddaughter, Janice (Barrie) Carson of Ft. Macleod, AB; great grandchildren: James Carson and Melissa Carson of Ft. Macleod; two half brothers, Bill (Wilhelmina) Smailes of Weyburn; and Ron Smailes of Calgary, AB; and a half sister, Lila Dahlin of Calgary, AB. A graveside service was held Friday, May 12 at 11:00 a.m. from Amulet cemetery, with Pastor Rob Ogilvie officiating. Lunch followed at the Pangman Youth Drop In Centre, Pangman. In memory of Zeta, donations may be made to the Parkinson Foundation or to Souris Valley Extended Care Centre Memorial Fund, Weyburn. Arrangements were in care of Hastings-Dionne Funeral Home Inc., Weyburn.

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