OBITUARIES

Janet Elaine Klein

Janet Elaine Klein (nee Rody) passed away May 28, 2000 after a courageous battle from a brain tumor at the age of 47. Janet was born December 10, 1952 in Weyburn. Her time was treasured by her husband, Terry; two sons: Paul (Pamela) and Darren, both of Weyburn; and granddaughter, Kayla. Janet is also survived by her mother and father, Audrey and Bob Rody of Weyburn; three sisters: Betty (Roy) Bavle of Weyburn; Lynda (Ted) Johnson of Moose Jaw; and Deby Lester (Scott Wood) of Chestermere, AB; one brother, Allan (Diane) Rody of Ingersoll, ON; as well as many nieces and nephews. Janet will be missed by all family members and whomever's life she touched. Janet was a good homemaker, wonderful wife, great mother and exceptional grandmother, a woman who gave freely of herself, often including other's needs before her own. Janet spent her first years as a homemaker and a child care provider for numerous families. For the last 15 years, Janet was employed at the Weyburn Special Care Home as a special care aide. Funeral service was held Wednesday, May 31 at 2:00 p.m. from Grace United Church, Weyburn, with Marilyn Anderson Corkum officiating. Interment followed in Green Acres Memorial Gardens, Weyburn. All those in attendance were considered to be honorary pallbearers, along with her many co-workers at the Weyburn Special Care Home. Members of the Lions Club and employees of Souris Valley attended as a group. The active pallbearers were: Wade Lester, Robbie Johnson, Cory Bavle, Frank Van De Weyer, Lyman Sargent and Ron Neiszner. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made directly to the Brain Tumor Society, 650 Waterloo Street, Suite 100, London, ON, N6B 2R4. The family wishes to thank the many friends, neighbours and gentle care givers who made Janet's final days more comfortable. Special thank you to her sister, Lynda, who cared for Janet during her final months. Heaven now has the Angel we all knew as Janet. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.

Nathalia (Tillie) Buckley

Nathalia (Tillie) Buckley passed away in Fillmore, SK on Sunday, May 28, 2000, at the age of 85 years. She is survived by daughter Elsie (Ron) Jacobs, Stoughton; brother Fred (Irma) Kreager, Estevan; five grandchildren: Carla (Steve) Ziemer, Regina; Lisa (Steve) Andersen, Big Beaver; Terry Jacobs (La Ronge); Jeff (Jennifer) Jacobs, Stoughton; Shana Jacobs, Regina; four great granddaughters: Cassidy Andersen, (Big Beaver), Kayla Jacobs, (Stoughton), Julie and Paige Ziemer, (Regina); also special nephews, nieces and a sister-in-law, Betty Kreager. Tillie is predeceased by her parents; husband Frank in 1969; son, Eddy in 1975; brothers Richard, William, Reynold Kreager and Mervin Francis; sisters Alma Tunaley, Anne Stapleton and Ethel Hartenberger. The funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 1, at the Stoughton United Church and the interment was at the Stoughton Cemetery. Rev. T. Collings officiated. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Stoughton Ambulance Service or the Fillmore Union Health Centre. Arrangements were in care of Paragon Funeral Services.

John Andrew Roesslein

On Saturday, May 27, 2000, John Andrew Roesslein passed away at the age of 82 years. Predeceased by his wife, Mary (1998); his parents, Andrew and Anna Roesslein and three brothers: Joseph, Konrad and Anthony. John will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his son, Rick (Faye) Roesslein of Weyburn; his daughter, Debbie Roesslein (Randy) of Regina; step children: Gordon (Felecia) Mackechuk of Fort Erie, ON; Francis Mackechuk of Waldheim; Betty Dion of Regina; five grandchildren: Trevor (Stacey) Roesslein of Yellow Grass; Ronald and Carissa Fradette of Weyburn; John Mackechuk of Scarborough, ON; and Krista Mackechuk of Toronto; three great grandchildren: Austin Roesslein of Minneapolis, Trey Ebel and Cameron Roesslein of Yellow Grass; his brother, Andrew (Violet) Roesslein of Weyburn; two sisters: Helen (Willie) Gerhardt of Winfield, BC and Kaye (Herman) Ortman of Weyburn; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. John was born in Zichdorf, Yugoslavia on December 26, 1917 and immigrated to Canada in 1926. The family settled in the rural area of Odessa, later moving to the Ceylon, Pangman area. In 1946 John married Mary Bodlock and resided in Pangman until moving to Weyburn and taking employment with W. Shupe and Sons where he remained for many years. He then began working with the family business, Roesslein Construction, where he remained until his retirement. Throughout the years, John spent many hours with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He greatly enjoyed taking them to functions and watching them compete in various sports activities. John enjoyed dancing, reading and Mary's plum perogies. He missed her desperately and went faithfully to visit her until moving into SVECC himself. Funeral service was held Wednesday, May 31 at 11:00 a.m. from Zion Lutheran Church, Weyburn, with Pastor Ron Bestvater officiating. Cremation with interment to follow at a later date in Hillcrest Cemetery. All those in attendance were considered to be Honorary Pallbearers. For friends so wishing, donations may be made in his memory to the Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.

Onetta Beatrice Foss

On Monday, May 29, 2000 Onetta Beatrice Foss, late of Fillmore, SK passed away at the age of 98 years. Predeceased by her husband, Edwin in 1971, her parents William and Mary Ann Garrett, seven sisters and five brothers. Beatrice will be fondly remembered by her sister, Gertrude Cramer of North Carolina, USA; sons Murray and Elwood (Jeane) of Swift Current; daughters Eileen (Leroy) Dammann of Stoughton and Beverly (Earl) Brown of Winnipeg; eight grandchildren Trevor (Marie) Dammann, Lois (Cameron) Coffey, Nancy (Simon), Stuart (Connie), Dean (Cathy) and Kevin (Debbie) Brown, Kevin (Sandra) and Bob (Bev) Springer; 13 great grandchildren Mathew, April, and Myles Dammann, Carman, Brenna and Dylan Coffey, Kyle Brown, Claire Coppens, Jess, Braden and Zachary Springer, Thomas and Katherine Springer. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Onetta Beatice Foss was born in New Carlisle, Quebec on October 3, 1901. Her life in Western Canada began when Beatrice moved to Pennant, SK with her mother and ten siblings. They were joining their father who had set out to start a new life for his family in farming. Two weeks after their arrival, two of the children contracted typhoid fever, and Beatrice helped to shoulder the responsibility for their care. Beatrice married Edwin G. Foss on November 20, 1933 in Regina. They farmed in the Talmage area until 1947 when, due to Edwin's poor health, they rented the farm and moved to Weyburn. In 1957 they moved back to the farm where their oldest son Murray took over the work duties. Beatrice and Edwin traveled extensively, finally choosing Weslaco, Texas as their winter home since 1964. Beatrice thoroughly enjoyed each season there, participating in church activities, crafts, clubs, bingo, dining out, walking and meeting new friends. She looked forward to all of her winter jaunts including the last six, which were spent living with her daughter Beverly and husband Earl. During the summer months, Beatrice returned to Saskatchewan where much of her time was spent on the farm with Murray. Beatrice was known as "the lady with the hat." She was an avid reader who was interested in everything, and always eager to increase her knowledge. Her hobbies included millinery, knitting, crocheting, quilting, learning new crafts and sewing. One or more of these activities were often done while Beatrice was watching or listening to a vintage comedy, sports, musical or spiritual program. Her hands and mind were never idle. Beyond these pursuits, Beatrice was always thinking of others and contributing her help to worthwhile causes. She was a proud member of the Order of the Eastern Star for many years. Beatrice considered Fillmore United Church and Grace United Church in Weyburn to be her spiritual homes, and enjoyed participating in both their memberships. She found special joy in her grandchildren and great grandchildren, reveling in their endeavors and various accomplishments with pride. A memorial service was held Saturday, June 3 at Fillmore United Church with Rev. Heather Lea officiating. The eulogy was given by Mona Cross. Organist Elaine Morris and vocalist Don Wiberg provided the music. Beatrice's family wished to recognize her friends by designating all of them as honorary pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Beatrice's memory to the Fillmore Health Centre Auxiliary or a charity of the donor's choice. Inurnment will be held at a later date.

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