Beatrice Laverne Uhrich
Beatrice Laverne Uhrich (Johnson) was called to her eternal
rest by our dear Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, Tuesday, August
15, 2000 at the age of 77 years. The family was united in their
desire to pay their respects to Beatrice and the uncertainty of
coping without her. The family felt their mother was a special
person, who shaped their lives in many ways. Beatrice was born
in Tribune on June 5, 1923 and grew up on the family farm north
of Tribune with her three brothers, Oscar, Nestor and Mervin and
four sisters Mabel, Gladys, Dorothy and Ruby. In 1943, she married
William Uhrich. They lived on the family farm for 57 years and
were blessed with three daughters and five sons as well as twins
that died at birth. Prior to raising her family she worked as
a nurse, developing some of the caring skills that she later used
to keep her family healthy. She was the very essence of compassion,
of duty, of caring and of love. She became a model of how to be
the wife and mother of a large family. She was a devout Catholic,
an active member of St. Mary's Parish in Tribune where she enjoyed
participating with the CWL and numerous volunteer organizations.
She was musically gifted and was a loving wife, mother, grandmother
and great grandmother. She developed a loving skill for guiding
her family, on how to grow up themselves, and how to become successful
parents. Family members have many touching memories of all the
things she did with them. Everyone will always remember the wonderful
gardens, the asparagus and rhubarb in the spring, the peas, gladiolus,
raspberries and corn in the summer, and the potatoes in the fall.
Her university children treasure the memories of loading the university-bound
car in the fall with her jars and freezer packs of garden treasures
as well as the occasional chicken. Her gardening, church and community
experiences kept her fit and healthy both physically and spiritually.
Close support provided by the daily visits by Rita and Donny,
her second home at Jean and Mickey's in Weyburn, and supportive
and loving neighbours like Ilene, David and Amy, as well as the
rest of their friends and neighbours in the area of Tribune, Oungre,
Bromhead and Weyburn, which made it possible for the children
farther away to live in comfort knowing she was being watched
out for. In her retirement she avoided the move to Weyburn, and
remained at the family home until her passing. Beatrice was predeceased
by her two children Francis and Theresa (twins); brothers and
sisters: Mabel Oliver, Oscar Johnson, Nestor Johnson and Gladys
Simmons. Beatrice is survived by her loving and devoted husband
of 57 years, William Uhrich; as well as her children: Jean (Michael)
Woodard and their children: Aaron and Kevin Woodard; Rita (Donald)
Zackrisson and their children: Reginald Zackrisson, Bonita (Darren)
Larson and their children: Alexis and Lindee Larson; Trent Zackrisson;
Brian (Francis) Uhrich and their children: Devin and Tracy Uhrich;
Dennis Uhrich (Marlene Hawley); Ian (Joan) Uhrich and their children:
Colin, Paul and Lauren Uhrich; Leo (Lynn) Uhrich and their children:
Sheldon, Jason and Cassandra Uhrich; Sister Tina (Grey Nun) and
Kurt (Jacqueline) Uhrich; brothers and sisters: Mervin (Margaret)
Johnson, Dorothy Lyons and Ruby (Jerome) Frank; sister-in-law
Genevieve Johnson; as well as many nieces and nephews. Prayers
were held on Thursday, August 17 at 7:30 p.m. from St. Mary's
Roman Catholic Church, Tribune, Sask. with Father Stephen Ripplinger
presiding. The funeral mass was held on Friday, August 18 at St.
Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Tribune at 10:30 a.m. with Father
Brian Meredith celebrant. Interment followed at St. Mary's Cemetery,
Tribune. A special thank you to Dr. Mary, as well as the nurses
and staff of Weyburn General Hospital. For friends so wishing,
donations may be made in her memory to the St. Mary's Roman Catholic
Church, General Delivery, Tribune, Sask. S0C 2M0. Arrangements
entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
Brian said in his Eulogy in honor of his Mother:
"Thank God for the 77 years that He loaned us our Mother.
He has not taken back what is rightfully His.
God knows that our Mother has taken care of her family
to the extent that we can live successfully on our own.
When we meet her again, we will never part,
and we'll share the joy that Jesus gives,
that runs from heart to heart."
Fernley Charles Strawford
Fernley Charles Strawford, late of Weyburn, passed away Saturday, August 12, 2000 at the age of 87 years. Fernley was born April 24, 1913, on the family farm near Esme, east of Vanguard, SK. In 1934, he married the love of his life, Barbara Dash, whom he met at Arnold School in the first grade. In the spring of 1946, they moved to the Meadowbrook district near Grassdale, SK. Here they raised five sons on the farm they worked for 42 years. After Fernley retired to Weyburn his love for the land never diminished. This was proven by his many visits to the countryside. Predeceased by his parents, Jack and Gertrude Strawford; his wife Barbara on September 17, 1998; son Darrell Strawford and sister Phyllis. Fernley is survived by four sons: Rondy Strawford of Victoria, BC; Kenny (Juanita) Strawford of Langley, BC; Eldon (Margaret) Strawford of Weyburn; and Garry (Cyndi) Strawford of Abbotsford, BC; 13 grandchildren: Glory, Denise, Joey, Alana, Veeda, Deanna, Lana, Sandra, Dale, Kurt, Dallas, Misty and Garret; and great grandchildren; one brother, Ken (Helen) Strawford of Regina; two sisters-in-law: Anne Erickson of Weyburn; and Mary Horning of Regina; one brother-in-law, Gordon Dash of Winnipeg, MB; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Prayers were said Tuesday, August 15 at 7:30 p.m. from Fletcher Funeral Chapel, Weyburn. The funeral mass was held Wednesday, August 16 at 2:00 p.m. from St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church, Weyburn, with Father Brian Meredith Celebrant. Interment followed in Hillcrest Cemetery, Weyburn. The active pallbearers were: Dale Strawford, Kurt Strawford, Terry Erickson, Jack Strawford, Dallas Strawford, Clayton Pierce and Joey Strawford. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
Melvin Fredrick Roen
On Monday, August 14, 2000, Melvin Fredrick Roen, late of Weyburn, passed away at the Weyburn Special Care Home at the age of 82 years. Predeceased by his father and mother, Henry and Anna Roen; one brother, Rudolph and one sister, Evelyn Sellers. Melvin is survived by one sister-in-law, Melvy of Willow City, North Dakota; nieces and nephews: Roy (Patsy) Sellers of Regina; Roseanna (Willard) Willis of Moose Jaw; Myrtle Scheier of Esterhazy; Irene (Roy) Sorensen of Hardy; Allan (Betty) Sellers of Weyburn; Myrna (Robert) Kuk of St. Louis, Mi; Myron Roen of Willow City, ND; Marlowe Roen of Willow City, ND; Arlis (Mark) Kjelehus of Bottineau, ND; as well as many great nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews. Melvin Fredrick Roen was born September 15, 1917 at Ceylon. He was raised on the farm at Ceylon and took his schooling to Grade 10 at Ceylon School. He lived his whole life at Ceylon until 1989 when he moved to Pangman, then in 1994 he moved to Weyburn Special Care Home. Farming was his greatest love as well as raising livestock. He enjoyed watching TV, good food and visiting with friends and relatives. He volunteered as a lay minister and a church elder, and was very active in the Lutheran Church. He will be fondly remembered by his family and friends. Funeral service was held Thursday, August 17 at 2:00 p.m. from Ogema Lutheran Church with Pastor Sang-Rog Choi officiating. Interment followed in Ceylon cemetery. All those in attendance were considered to be honorary pallbearers. The active pallbearers were Allan Sellers, Roy Sellers, Steven Sorensen, Myron Roen, Kevin Scheier and Brian Scheier. For friends so wishing donations may be made in his memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
Michael Adolph Ortman
On Tuesday, August 15, 2000, Michael Adolph Ortman, late of Weyburn, passed away at the age of 82 years. Predeceased by his mother and father, Jacob and Julianna Ortman; two sisters, Kay Swidrowich and Pauline Szczecinski; one brother Charlie Ortman; two brothers-in-law, Steve Swidrowich and Mike Szczecinski; one sister-in-law Reine Ortman. Mike is survived by his brothers and sisters: Jacob of Weyburn, Eddy of Francis, Herman (Kay) of Weyburn, Bob (Lydia) of Armstrong, BC, Rose (Pat) Whieldon of Maple Ridge, BC, Gertie (Lloyd) Hala of Vernon, BC, and Anne (Robert) Gutzke of Weyburn; one brother-in-law: Cliff Dechant of Weyburn; one sister-in-law, Mary Ortman of Weyburn; as well as many nieces and nephews. Michael was born January 2, 1918 to Jacob and Julianna in Francis. He was raised on the family farm, and is the second oldest of 11 children doing all the necessary chores. While growing up in the depression years, at an early age he took turns with his older brother Jake working on a neighbor's dairy farm from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. for $17.50 a month and bringing the money home to their parents. He received grade 9 at Millsdale Country School. He was an avid volunteer with Midale Museum, enjoying working on his antique tractors and motors. He particularly enjoyed participating in the threshing demonstrations and travelled to see the ones nearby. Wood working was another hobby and he also constructed miniature sized machinery very meticulously and with a great deal of pride. Being a veteran he was very involved with the Midale Legion and was president for many years. He enjoyed the fellowship and friendships he made at the senior centres, be it playing cards or other games. He was in World War II, called in March 1942, and from there he enlisted in the Prince Albert Volunteers and spent four years in the army stationed in numerous places in BC, working as a mechanic and driver, obtaining the rank of corporal. He joined the Knights of Columbus in 1950 and attended St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church in Weyburn regularly. Mike enjoyed family time with his brothers and sisters, enjoying baptisms, weddings and anniversaries as the families grew. He was a very generous and kind person. Prayers were held Friday, August 18 at 8:00 p.m. from Fletcher's Funeral Chapels, Weyburn, funeral mass was held Saturday, August 19 at 11:00 a.m. from St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church, Weyburn, with Father F. Hengen celebrant. Interment followed at Hillcrest Cemetery, Weyburn. All in attendance were considered honorary pallbearers. For friends so wishing, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan. Arrangements entrusted to Fletcher's Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
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