OBITUARIES

Gordon Alexander Dalgliesh

It is with deep sadness that the family of Gordon Alexander Dalgliesh, of Weyburn, an-nounces the passing of their loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Gordon passed away Monday, June 26, 2000 at the age of 90. Predeceased by his mother and father, Jennie and Frank Dalgliesh, his sisters Stella Lawford and Eva Bethell, brother Floyd Dalgliesh, sister-in-law Evelyn Minard, brothers-in-law Gardner Lawford, Bill Bethell, Jim Cox and Joe Minard, Gordon leaves to mourn his wife of 60 years, Florence; his children Bonnie (Glenn) Halbwachs and Barry (Myrna) Dalgliesh of Regina, and Merle (Jim) St. Onge of Weyburn; his six grandchildren Susan Lehner of Regina and her sons Colby and Zach, Marla St. Onge of Weyburn and her daughter Keely, Michael Halbwachs of Toronto, Jason St. Onge of Weyburn and his son Kyran, Kari Dalgliesh of Regina and her fiance Jeff Dean, and Danielle (Jason) Cook of Weyburn and their children Brady and Shayda. He also leaves to mourn his sisters-in-law Margaret Cox and Dorothy Dalgliesh, and numerous nieces and nephews. Gordon Alexander Dalgliesh was born February 12, 1910 in Ralph, SK. He was the first-born son of Jennie and Frank who farmed in the area around Ralph; at that time he had two older sisters, Eva and Stella, and the family was completed when Floyd was born three years later. In those days there was a small school house with one teacher who taught grades 1-8; Gordon attended along with his neighbours, the Cugnets and Millers. By the time he finished Grade 8, he quit school to work on the family farm. He later went on to work at the Soo Hotel in Weyburn as a bartender, an experience which led to his making many contacts which would later help in the forming of his own business. In 1939-40, Gordon met and married Florence Minard. In 1941 their first child, Bonnie, was born and in 1942 he joined the Army Service Corps and began basic training for his entry into World War II. He left his family behind when he went overseas in 1942 to fight in the war, seeing service in England, France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. When the war ended in 1945 he took the opportunity to travel to many other European countries until his trip home in December 1945 and subsequent discharge in February of 1946. When Gordon arrived back in Canada in 1946, he set out to make a living for his growing family; a son Barry was born in December of that year and a daughter Merle 18 months later. He began work at the Saskatchewan Training School, which was housed at the Weyburn Airport, driving a truck. With a borrowed scraper from his father-in-law and with the purchase of a truck, Gordon started his own sand and gravel business. He worked long, hard hours and, as his business grew, so did the responsibilities - more equipment was purchased, extra help was needed and, when the day was done, many hours in the evening were spent doing paperwork. Gordon later joined the Giroux brothers in the formation of Dalgliesh and Giroux Brothers Redi-Mix. During this time, he was featured in the Weyburn Review as 'Businessman of the Week.' He sold both businesses in 1973-74 to retire. Gordon was an avid hockey fan. When former Weyburn Red Wing, Bill Lesuk, joined our extended family by marrying our cousin Mary Jane, he followed them to Philadelphia, Los Angeles and finally to Winnipeg where they settled. While with the Winnipeg Jets, Bill took Gordon along to Quebec City, Moscow and Tokyo. He also spent some time on the Weyburn Red Wing executive and held a season ticket for many years; even when he wasn't well this past winter, he would take his radio to bed with him and listen to the Red Wing broadcasts. Other trips Gordon enjoyed were one to visit his nephew, Ron Dalgliesh and his family, in Africa while they were stationed there, as well as spending a few winter months with Florence in the southern United States. In the summer he enjoyed spending time with his family at their cottage at White Bear Lake. Gordon was a 55 year member of the Royal Canadian Legion and held a life membership in both the Elks and Oddfellows Lodges. He was an active member of our community and will be missed on coffee row at the Weyburn Co-op. But, most of all, he will be sadly missed by all of his family as our circle has now been broken. Prayers will be heard Wednesday, June 28 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church, Weyburn. Funeral service will be held Thursday, June 29 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Vincent de Paul with Reverend Francis Hengen presiding. Interment to follow at Hillcrest cemetery, Weyburn. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada or to the St. Vincent de Paul church fund. Arrangements are entrusted to the Fletcher Funeral Chapels, Weyburn.

Paul Koszman

On Monday, June 19, 2000, Paul Koszman late of Weyburn, passed away at the Weyburn General Hospital, at the age of 88 years. Predeceased by his parents Dymtro and Mary Koszman; first wife Olga Koszman in 1945; second wife Helen A. Koszman in 1996; sister, Kathryn Dedora in 1991; and brother Peter Koszman in 1987. Paul is survived by his children: Helen (Harry) Martin of Calgary; Pauline (Leo) Frischholz of Regina; Victor (Kim) Koszman of Weyburn; Donna (Wes) Englot of Arcola; and Cecilia (Les) Englot of Manor; 14 grandchildren: Tammie-Marie (Don), Janet-Lynne, Rob (Bonnie), Scott (Jill), Darcy (Sarah), Ashley, Nathan, Bailey-Jo, Quinton, Tyler, Tessa, Blair, Brandon and Brittany; four great grandchildren: Dillon, Chantelle, Jesse and Hannah; two sisters: Sophie Sobchuk of Estevan and Anne (Bill) Chychrun of London, ON; two brothers William (Anna) Koszman of Tribune and Ted (Bertha) Koszman of Tribune; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Paul was born May 21, 1912 at Tribune. He took his schooling at Little Butte School to grade 8, when he had to quit to help on the family farm. In 1934 he met and married Olga Kawuza of Riceton. They farmed the home place until 1936 when they moved to Ituna where the crops were not bad. In 1937 a daughter Helen was born. The crops rusted out in 1939, so they moved south of Jasmin, only to get hailed out 100% in 1940. They then moved back to the Tribune district. Olga passed away after having a stroke in 1945. He met his second wife, Helen Malowany of Craven and they were married in Regina in August 1946. They lived on the farm six miles west of Tribune and in 1948 a daughter Pauline was born. They bought a farm southeast of Tribune in 1949 and stayed there until the spring of 1951 when they moved to Regina. While living in Regina for nine years, Paul worked at a variety of jobs, such as working in a box factory, with Birds Redi-Mix Co. and at IPSCO. A son, Victor was born in 1959. In 1960 they moved to Lake Alma and bought the Arrowhead Motel from Mel Holden. Their daughter Donna was born in 1960. In 1966 they sold the motel and started working at Oungre Park for the summer, cooking meals and taking care of the golf course. They moved to Weyburn that fall and bought the Fran Bert Motel, later renaming it the Crocus Motel. Cecilia was born in 1967. They built the West End Fabricare Center, Laundromat in 1971, and sold the business in 1983 and retired to the Weyburn Trailer Court, selling the trailer in 1990 and moving to an apartment due to Helen's poor health. Paul and Helen celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 1996, and later that year she passed away. Paul then moved to Bison Manor where he resided at the time of his passing. Paul enjoyed fishing, gardening, farming, traveling and making perogies. He called bingo at church and at Bison Manor, and enjoyed visiting with his family and friends. He was involved with the church choir and other committees. He recently celebrated his 88th birthday on May 21, 2000. Prayers were said Wednesday, June 21, at 8:00 p.m. from Fletcher Funeral Chapel, Weyburn, with Father Francis Hengen presiding. The Funeral Liturgy was said Thursday, June 22 at 10:00 a.m. from Blessed Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church, Weyburn, with Father A. Kachur celebrant. Interment followed in Holy Family Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery, Tribune. Pallbearers were: Emilian Dedora, Frank Herlick, Eugene Koszman, Allen Koszman, Maurice Koszman and Ivan Herlick. Nick Danyluk was an honorary pallbearer. For friends so wishing, donations may be made in his memory to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.

Donald Aylmer McFadden

On Monday, June 19, 2000, Donald Aylmer McFadden passed away peacefully at his home with his family, friends and minister at his side. Don was 65 years of age. Predeceased by his father Harvey McFadden in 1966. Don is survived by his loving wife Linda; three daughters: Karen Caldwell and her children: Dustin, Lacey and Tifani; Kathy McFadden (Ian Carver) and their children: Madison and Kaelan; and Karla McFadden. He is also survived by his mother Mary McFadden; brother Douglas (Helen) McFadden; sisters: Doreen (Doug) Rice and Margaret Fraser; numerous brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law and many nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. Don was born January 20, 1935, north of Weyburn. He received his schooling in Weyburn and was a member of the Soo Line Boxing Club where he won provincial honors. After finishing his schooling, he joined the Navy. After leaving the Navy, he returned to Weyburn where he met his future wife, Linda Reich. Linda and Don were married August 29, 1959 at Knox Presbyterian Church in Weyburn. Don worked at Safeways for 12 years before changing careers. He was then employed by Coghill Electric for 20 years until he retired for medical reasons in 1995. Don was an avid sports fan particularly of hockey. He was a staunch supporter of the Edmonton Oilers. He spent many evenings in his yard tending to his vegetable garden, flowers and lawn in the company of his faithful pets Tammy and Smokes. He also enjoyed playing bingo. However, his greatest passion was his family. There were many, many family gatherings at his home. Most recently Don and Linda celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary last summer. Family and friends attended from all over western Canada. Don spent generous amounts of time with his children and grandchildren and relished their company immensely. Funeral service was held at Knox Presbyterian Church on Friday, June 23 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. John Ferrier officiating. Eulogies were given by Don's three daughters, and Amazing Grace was sung by Don and Linda's niece, Jenni Ference. Pallbearers were: Robert Rice, Brenda Rice, Shelley Borduzak, Neil Belanger, Blaine Caldwell and Jason Ustupski. Honorary pallbearers were: Joe Phillips, Henry Reich and Kim Fraser. Interment followed in Hillcrest Cemetery, Weyburn. For friends so wishing, donations may be made in Don's memory to the Knox Presbyterian Memorial Fund or to the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
Rather than mourn the absence of the flame
Let us celebrate how brightly it burned.
Let's comfort one another with favorite memories
Of sharing times when we were all together.
Let's celebrate the spirit of one very special life
So in our hearts that flame will burn forever.

Anna Louise Lee

On Monday, June 19, 2000, Anna Louise Lee (Ann) passed away at Souris Valley Extended Care Center with her family by her side, at the age of 84 years. Predeceased by her parents, Silas and Oline Daniels; her husband, Thomas (Bert) H. Lee on July 24, 1988; one sister Emma Boulter; two brothers: Orville Daniels and Charles Daniels; stepmother Mary; and several brothers and sisters-in-law. Anna is survived by her loving family: two daughters: Lorraine (Doug) Cameron and their family: Daniel, Kathleen and her daughter Catherine; Tammy (Murray) Rudolph and their sons Douglas and Michael; Alice (Rodger) Howse and their family: Warren (Michelle), Linda (Lyle) Boston, Leonard (Shelly); one son Norman (Bonny) Lee and their family: Trisha (Chad), Tracy and Gary; three sisters: Helen Vandergrift, Faith Brown and Margaret (Malcolm) Dowling; one sister-in-law Marjorie Daniels; as well as many in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends. Ann was born October 18, 1915 at Quimper, Sask. the youngest of five. She went to school at the country school near Wallard, Sask. She lost her mother in 1916. Her father remarried in 1923 and two girls were born to that marriage. Ann moved to the Forward area in 1935 to her aunt Nettie Cousins. On October 26, 1938 Ann married Bert Lee at the Cousins farm. They lived on the family farm until 1971 when they moved into Pangman. In 1993 she moved to Avonlea, to Crocus Villa in 1995 and Souris Valley in August of 1999, where she lived until her passing. Ann had many hobbies including sewing, playing cards and scrabble, knitting and reading. She was a good sewer and made many articles of clothing including her daughter's wedding dress. Music was a very big joy in her life. She had a very strong faith and was very involved in the church. She loved to play and sing hymns, and played the organ in the church at Khedive for a time. She also played at school dances, joined in quilting bees, church picnics, school picnics and enjoyed getting together with neighbours. Sunday was a special day in the Lee household where they had many visits with neighbours, played cards, made homemade ice cream and had musical "jam" sessions. They enjoyed traveling to Ashcroft, BC, Crosby, USA, Morse, Swift Current, and Duchess, AB to visit relatives. Funeral service was held Thursday, June 22 at 2:00 p.m. from Pangman United Church, Pangman, with Rev. Christa Eidsness officiating. Interment followed in Green Acres Memorial Gardens, Weyburn. Pallbearers were: Warren Howse, Leonard Howse, Daniel Cameron, Glenn Daniels, Ross David and Murray Rudolph. In lieu of flowers, for friends so wishing, donations may be made in Anna's memory to the Alzheimer Society of Canada or to the Pangman United Church Memorial Fund. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.

Viola Lavina Thompson

On Thursday, June 22, 2000, Viola Lavina Thompson, late of Stoughton, passed away at Souris Valley Extended Care Centre, Weyburn, at the age of 82 years. Predeceased by her husband, Roy Thompson; one son Terry and his wife Pamela Thompson; one brother George Nelson; and two sisters: Gertrude Moll and Julia Tessier. Viola is lovingly remembered by her son Dale (Debbie) Thompson of Weyburn; four grandchildren: Erin Thompson, Brad Thompson, both of Weyburn, Gordon Thompson of Regina, and Cheryl (Delvin) Klimack of Brandon, MB; five great grandchildren; two sisters, Lillie Bedard of Neville, SK, and Gladys (Irvine) Dodman of Grand Forks, BC; one sister-in-law, Lena Thompson of Stoughton; one brother-in-law John New of Thunder Bay, ON; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Viola was born June 26, 1917 at Guvernor, SK. She was raised at Neville by her mother Lavina and stepfather Aaron Ehrlich. In October, 1941, Viola married Earl Roy Thompson. They farmed for a brief time at Cabri, SK then in the Froude-Creelman area until they retired to Stoughton. Viola enjoyed coffee with her friends, playing cards and going for walks. Her hobbies were quilting and handiwork. She was an active member of the Stoughton Drop-In Center. Viola was cared for at Souris Valley Extended Care Center from March 2000 until her passing. A memorial service was held Tuesday, June 27 at 2:00 p.m. from Stoughton United Church with Rev. Jann Sampson officiating. Interment followed in Handsworth Cemetery. All those in attendance were considered to be honorary pallbearers. For friends so wishing, donations may be made in Viola's memory to the South Central Health District Palliative Care Program, Box 2003, Weyburn, Sask. S4H 2Z9. Arrangements were en-trusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.

Sylvia Jean Williams

Sylvia Jean Williams of Comox, BC passed away at St. Joseph's Hospital on Tuesday, June 20, 2000 in her 50th year, following a 3-1/2 year challenge with cancer. Predeceased by her father Robert George Paynter in 1999, Sylvia is survived by her loving husband Reg; sons Noel and Scott and her mother Margaret Paynter, all of the Comox valley. She will be remembered by many for her outstanding work as a homemaker for the Comox Valley Community Health Council. Special thanks Dr. John Fitzpatrick and the staff of St. Joseph's Hospital, to Jim and Karen Wheeldon, George and Marie Briggs, Linda Ledoux, Heather Bury, Lorraine Perry, Anna Robataille, the Comox Valley Community Health Council and Comox Valley Home Nursing, for their care, kindness and support. Private family cremation arrangements entrusted to Comox Valley Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Courtenay, BC. For those wishing, expressions of sympathy to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102-1509 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay, BC V9N 2K6, would be appreciated.

Angela Dunn

The funeral service for the late Angela Dunn of Corning, SK who died at Glenavon on June 8, 2000 at the age of 18 years, was held in the Corning Community Memorial Hall on June 13 with Rev. Ken Walker officiating. Interment followed in the Graytown Cemetery. The pallbearers were Tim McCarthy, Jamie Hassler, Lee Sluser, Richard Perras, Shawn Link, and Shawn Haus. All in attendance were honorary pallbearers. Angela was born September 27, 1981. Angela leaves to cherish her memory, her loving parents Danny and Karen Dunn, Corning, cherished by her sister Danielle and her brother-in-law Darrell Mytopher, Glenavon, her paternal grandparents William Ivan and Marion Dunn, Stoughton, maternal grandparents Sydney Roy and Audrey Stephens, Corning; Aunt Wanda and Uncle Richard Reid and their family, Rodney (Amanda), Corning; and Anna (Darcy), Weyburn; Aunt Cindy and Uncle Michael Hoffman and their family Sandie (Andrew), and Christopher, Windthorst; Uncle Les and Aunt Electa Stephens and their family Craig, Holly and Malory, Corning; Aunt Pat and Uncle Randy Dayman, Corning; and their family Lana, her children Jaden and Ashley; and Trina (Rod) and their children Michala and Kelsey, Red Deer; Uncle Larry Dunn, Stoughton. Angela is also remembered by many special friends. Angela attended Corning School until grade 9, and then attended Glenavon High School where she graduated in 1999. She then went on to Moose Jaw's Palliser Campus where she was enrolled in accounting. Angela was a free spirit who cared for and touched the lives of many. She always had a cheery greeting for friends or strangers and she will be sorrowfully missed. The funeral arrangements were entrusted to Keith Hawken of the Tubman Cremation and Funeral Services.

Hugh "Jack" Greer

On June 25, 2000 Hugh "Jack" Greer passed away in Kelowna, BC at the age of 87 years. Survived by his loving family, wife Mary of 63 years, two sons: Randall (Audrey) and Brian, one daughter Mary (Jim), seven grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Predeceased by his three brothers and two sisters. A memorial service will be held Thursday, June 29 at 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel of First Memorial Funeral Services, 1211 Sutherland Avenue, Kelowna, BC with Rev. Ken Westereng officiating. Arrangements through the Memorial Society of BC and First Memorial Funeral Services.

Verdeena "Deen" Sutcliffe

On Saturday, June 10, 2000 Deen Sutcliffe (nee Fladager) passed away at Blackpool Victoria Hospital, Blackpool, England, at the age of 74 years. Deen fought a valiant and courageous battle with leukemia for nine months. Deen was predeceased by her parents: father Melvin Fladager, mother Yvonne Reynolds, stepfather Jim Reynolds, sister Dolly Jeffery and nephew Scott Gawley. She will be sadly missed and forever remembered by her family. Deen is survived by her loving husband Max of 55 years married, and her daughter Jill (Elliott Paterson) of Scotland; and two granddaughters Jane and Rebecca, and dearly loved great grandson Ben; two sisters: Mel (Merv) Johnston, Weyburn, and Evelyn (Bob) Gawley, Regina; and many nieces and nephews and families, and sister-in-law Betty (Harry) Sowden of Norfolk, England. Deen was born in Drumheller, AB, February 4, 1926 and took her schooling at Souris School and Weyburn Collegiate. Deen met Max when he was stationed at Weyburn airport while he was with the R.A.F. taking his Commonwealth training-Weyburn, Midale. When the war was over Deen sailed to England to be married November 13, 1945, following Max's service in Holland. They resided in Leeds, Yorkshire, followed by a move to Frecleton, Lancashire where Deen worked in the drafting department at a factory - British Aircraft Corporation. Deen was fortunate in that over the years she returned 14 times to Canada. On one visit Deen and Max renewed their 25th anniversary wedding vows at Grace United Church Chapel, officiated by Rev. Ross McMurtry. Deen had a special way that warmed the hearts of everyone who knew her, and the qualities that made her the wonderful person she was have left us all with many beautiful memories. A celebration of Deen's life was held at a memorial service at the White Church, Lytham St. Annes, England, officiated by Rev. David Demon on Friday, June 16, 2000. At that time hymns "In the Garden" and "Love That Wilt Not Let Me Go" were sung, favorites of Deen and the family. Heartfelt thanks go out to Rev. David Demon and nursing staff, Windmill Suite, Blackpool Victoria Hospital, for their compassionate care and kindness and support. God bless everyone who walked beside us!

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