OBITUARIES

Ethel Oliva Lund

Ethel Lund was born Edel Oliva Strom in Bonetrail, North Dakota, on August 13, 1907. Her parents, Petra and Otelius Strom, had both emigrated from Norway years earlier; in 1911, the pioneer family including Martin, Harold, Ethel and Earl moved to a homestead in Canada NW 1/4 9-1-17-W2 where four more children-Ida, Alma, Melvin and Marvellous, were born. Ethel, who spoke only Norwegian, started her schooling as soon as Highland View opened, walking a mile and a half with her brothers. She told how her first teacher lifted her up on a chair so she could reach the blackboard, and she won a penny by beating the others in writing the "2 times table." A teacher was also responsible for changing the Norwegian name Edel to Ethel, an English translation. Ethel later re-lived those difficult early years while writing her parents' story for the Settlers of the Hills history book (which she and Ole helped put together in the early 1970s). She had many interesting and humorous memories, but the death of her brother, Martin, when she was eight years old always seemed the most vivid; he lost his leg in a threshing accident, and subsequently died from loss of blood after being transported by team and wagon to a doctor in the States. Ethel was confirmed (in Norwegian) in the Overland basement (years later she became a charter member of the Overland congregation actively participating in their church services and Ladies Aid Society). In 1923 the Strom family lived for a short time on the farm where Clifton and Darlene later raised their family; they then returned to their original homestead. In June, 1924, Ethel married Ole Lund, a neighbour's son. They spent the next 34 years on their farm near Overland. They raised three children there while struggling to survive the depression and the war years when Obert was in the U.S. army in Europe. But Ethel would tell you that the happy times with family and friends far outnumbered the trying ones. In 1958 Ethel and Ole moved into Lake Alma, first operating the cafe, then janitoring at the school. During Ethel's term on village council in the late 1960s she was instrumental in getting water and sewer services into Lake Alma homes. She also spent several years as an assistant at the Regional Library, and was a charter member of the Lake Alma Over 50 Carefree Centre. During these years, Ethel will be remembered for always "putting on the coffee pot" and serving home baking whenever anyone stopped by. Doughnuts and lefsa were only two of her specialities. She had numerous hobbies, including crocheting, gardening and playing cards "especially whist." She also loved to travel, going on two trips to Norway and several bus trips before Ole passed away in 1979. She went on another trip to Norway, on other bus trips, and accompanied Vernice and Jim on several holidays. Ethel moved into an apartment in Weyburn in 1989, then entered the Weyburn Special Care Home in 1993 when she could no longer live alone. Ethel always said she had a very good life with many friends and wonderful memories. Sadly these memories were gradually lost to her during later years. She passed away peacefully on October 8, 2000 at the age of 93 years in her room at the Home. She was predeceased by her parents, Otelius and Petra Strom, her husband, Ole in 1979, her sons, Obert and Clifton Lund, sisters, Ida Petterson, Marvellous Tytlands-vik and brothers, Martin, Harold, Earl and Melvin Strom. Ethel is survived by one daughter, Vernice (Jim) Franklin of Cochrane, AB, two daughters-in-law, Darlene Lund of Lake Alma, Inez Lund of Weyburn, one sister Alma (Chuck) Richards of Winnipeg, MB, one sister-in-law, Lucille Strom of McTaggart; ten grandchildren: Mitchell Lund of Drayton Valley, AB, Valerie (Dennis) Fladeland of Gladmar, Laine (Lana) Lund of Midale, Glenn (Terrie) Lund of Macoun, Cindy (Blaine) Lohse of Beaubier, Louanne (Ron Buttar) Woitas of Moose Jaw, Dean (Laurie Lund of Weyburn, Kally Ann (Dale) Streit of Calgary, AB, Garth Aldrich of Abbotsford, BC and Grant (Carrie) Aldrich of Calgary, AB; plus 23 great grandchildren, two great great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Prayers were said Wednesday, October 11 at 7:00 p.m. from Hastings-Dionne Funeral Chapel, Weyburn. Funeral service was held on Thursday, October 12 from Lake Alma Lutheran Church, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Martin Olson officiating. Interment followed in the Saron Cemetery, Lake Alma. Pallbear-ers were her grandsons and grandsons-in-law: Dean Lund, Laine Lund, Glenn Lund, Grant Aldrich, Blaine Lohse and Dennis Fladeland. All in attendance were considered honorary pallbearers. Donations may be made in Ethel's memory to Lake Alma Lutheran Church, or Alzheimer's Association of Saskatchewan. Arrangements in care of Hastings-Dionne Funeral Home Ltd., Weyburn.

Pearl (Peggy)Johnson

It is with great sadness the family of Pearl (Peggy) Olive Johnson of Weyburn announce her passing away peacefully, with her family by her side, at the Weyburn General Hospital on October 6, 2000, after a brief battle with cancer at the age of 75 years. Predeceased by her husband, Herman on July 24, 1999, her parents, Oscar and Almyrah Roysum, grandson Douglas Skogen and one brother Omar Roysum. She leaves to cherish her memory, her five children: Verna (Alfred) Skogen of Calgary, AB; Ron (Zelda) Johnson of Moose Jaw; Keith (Marlene) Johnson of Moose Jaw; Linda (Allan) Tosczak of Weyburn; Donna (Donald) Forrester of Bromhead; 15 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. She also leaves to mourn her sisters: Fern Clausen, Delores (Duane) Larsen, Vivian (Robert) Johnson, Beverly (Sam) Locken and sisters-in-law: Lorraine Roysum, Ragna Schnell and Mabel Johnson, as well as many nieces and nephews and extended family. A celebration of her life was held on October 10, 2:00 p.m. from the Zion Lutheran Church, Weyburn, with Pastor Ron Bestvater officiating. Interment followed in Green Acres Memorial Gardens Ceme-tery, Weyburn. Pallbearers were Peggy's grandsons: Darcy Skogen, Nolan Skogen, Kirk Johnson, Palmer Johnson, John Tosczak, Jeffery Tosczak and Lonny Forrester. In lieu of flowers, those wishing can donate to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of their choice. Arrangements in care of Hastings-Dionne Funeral Home Inc., Weyburn.

Wilma Ellingson

Wilma Ellingson of Calgary, AB, passed away at the Foothills Hospital, Calgary, on Sunday, October 8, 2000 at the age of 47 years. Wilma was born April 29, 1953 in Midale. She moved to Calgary in 1991 and had worked at the Father Lacombe Nursing Home. Wilma is survived by two brothers: Murray Vestby of Camrose, AB, and Keith and Vivian Vestby of Camrose; and three sisters Sharon Vestby and Howard Litke of Calgary, AB, Faye Blohm of Weyburn, and Gloria Vestby of Winnipeg, MB. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at McInnis & Holloway's "Chapel of the Bells," Calgary, Wednesday, October 10 at 1:00 with Rev. Linda C. Benson of Northmin-ster United Church officiating. To e-mail expressions of sympathy: condolences@mcinnisandholloway.com. Subject heading: Wilma Ellingson. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 1825 Park Road S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 3Y6. In living memory of Wilma Ellingson a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, "Chapel of The Bells", Calgary.

Robert Lachlan McAlister

Robert Lachlan "Lachie" McAlister, late of Abbotsford, BC, formerly of Yellow Grass, peacefully passed away Wednesday, October 11, 2000 at the age of 88 at the Cottage Pavilion, Abbotsford, BC. Survived by his loving wife Muriel of 53 years, four dear children and their spouses, nine dear grandchildren, eight great grandchildren and one brother John Curtis McAlister. Lachie was a Past Patron of the Masonic Lodge in Saskatch-ewan and member of the Eastern Star. Funeral service was held Monday, October 16, at 1:30 p.m. from the chapel of Henderson's Fraser Valley Funeral Home, Abbotsford. Cremation followed the service.

Carol Hoium

On Saturday, October 7, 2000, Carol Hoium, late of Midale, passed away at the Regina Pasqua Hospital at the age of 80 years. Predeceased by her parents, Martin Nathaniel Gilstad and Selma Caroline (nee Engstrand); her husband Henry Hoium in 1968; son, Boyd Hoium; daughter Gayle Webster and grandson, Jason Johnson. Carol is survived by her children: Murray (Sylvia) Hoium of Weyburn; Myrnice (Allan) Johnson of Goodwater; Harleen (Graydon) Penman of Regina; Sandra (Bob) Wright of Lloydminster, AB; Leon Hoium of Midale; Randy (Denise) Hoium of Midale; Debbie (Laverne) Hockey of Midale; Verla (Lonnie) Henry of Wainwright, AB; Myles (Cyndee) Hoium of Midale; 26 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren; one brother, Pat Gilstad of Blackduck, MN; one sister Alyce Gilstad of Blackduck, MN; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. On July 20, 1920 Selma Caroline was born to Martin and Selma Gilstad in Blackduck, MN. She was the first of three children. Her family moved to Canada in1925, where they started the family homestead southwest of Midale. Carol, along with Alice and Pat, attended Waite school two miles from the farm, walking in nice weather and going by horse and sleigh on the cold winter days. She met Henry who only lived a half mile away, and when she was 17 they married in April 1938 at Crosby, ND, and raised a family of six girls and five boys. Raising this many children, there was never a dull moment on the farm as they were kept busy attending all the events the children were involved in, whether it be school functions, sporting events or Sunday school. Everyone was always welcome in their home, as many Sundays there was lots of company for supper and a good game of ball or tin can cricket; there were always enough to make several teams. Raising such a large family, there was always a lot of work to do. She grew a very large garden, as she would put up as many as 800 to 900 jars of canned goods. There were also many cows to milk. When Carol did happen to have a little spare time she was involved with E.L.W. and the Hospital Auxiliary. While still on the farm some of the older kids got married and started their own families making Carol and Henry grandparents with the first of 27 grandchildren born in 1963. Each birth was a special event for them, and she faithfully remembered all their birthdays. Carol enjoyed reading of all kinds, baking and canning, crossword puzzles and being with her family. She was a member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church, treasurer of Midale Catering Committee, secretary-treasurer of the Rural Telephones and on the Hospital Auxiliary. In the fall of 1967 Henry, Carol and family moved into town due to Henry's illness. Carol lost her husband in the spring of 1968, leaving her to raise the last of five children at home. In the 1990s Carol had numerous health problems, but overcame the struggles she encountered. In May 2000 Carol lived a medical miracle for her family demonstrating her love for life. This miracle allowed her to enjoy her 80th birthday at the family reunion in July with friends. Her memory remained strong to the end. Midale was home for the rest of her life except for a brief stay at Crocus Villa in Weyburn until her passing. She left behind many fond memories and loving thoughts with her family and friends. Funeral service was held Wednesday, October 11 at 2:00 p.m. from Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Midale, with Pastor Greg Anderson officiating. Eulogy readers were her granddaughters Rhonda Penny and Kyla Christiansen. Interment followed in Westphalia Cemetery, Midale. All those in attendance were considered to be honorary pallbearers. The active pallbearers were her grandsons: Cory Hoium, Brad Penman, Kirk Wright, Darrin Hoium, Dustin Hockey and Shaun Henry. For friends so wishing donations may be made in her memory to the Canadian Diabetes Assoc., the Canadian Cancer Society or to a charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn

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