OBITUARIES

On Friday, October 20, 2000, Harry Austin Beers, late of Weyburn, passed away at the Weyburn General Hospital, at the age of 74 years. Predeceased by his father and mother, Austin and Inga Beers; and by two nieces. Harry is survived by his loving wife, Darlene of Weyburn; son, Allen (Elaine) Beers of Weyburn; daughter, Eunice (Michael) Coates of Vermillion, AB; five step-children: Leland (Shelley) Coad of Weyburn; Cindy (Jim) Andrews of Saskatoon; Lana (Les) Van de Sype of Radville; Darryll (Glory) Coad of Edmonton; and Dale (Susan) Coad of Weyburn; 15 grandchildren; special sister-in-law, Ina Boey of Weyburn; two sisters: Cora (Jack) Cave of Regina, and Louise (Eldon) Scott of Regina; and many nieces and nephews. Harry Austin Beers was born April 5, 1926 in Pangman. He was the eldest, so he had to help his mother when he was old enough, as his father passed away at an early age. He attended Black Oak School to grade ten. Harry lived on the farm and continued ranching until 1968 when he moved to Weyburn. After moving to Weyburn he worked for the City of Weyburn until his retirement in 1989. On April 5, 1974 Harry married Darlene Coad and they continued to reside in Weyburn. Harry welcomed Darlene's children with affection and openness, and made sure his boys learned how to care for animals and take responsibility for their well being. It's a big step for a life-long bachelor to marry, but to at the same time acquire five children would be a challenge many bachelors might decline. But Harry did, and with the addition of two more children, they became a close and caring family. As it turned out, his family had the opportunity to repay that goodness and kindness. Delores especially, as Harry's health declined, devoted herself to caring for him and only a little more than a day before he died, two of his boys were helping him with his exercises. Harry loved reading, watching TV and visiting with friends and talking about old times. Harry's family and friends will long remember his friendly, genial nature, and his grandchildren won't forget the grampa who had an apparently endless supply of candies. A memorial service was held Tuesday, Oct. 24 at 2:00 p.m. from Fletcher Funeral Chapel, Weyburn, with Rev. John Ferrier officiating. Interment followed in Green Acres Memorial Gardens, Weyburn. All those in attendance were considered to be honorary pallbearers. For friends so wishing, donations may be made in his memory to the Allen Blair Cancer Centre, Regina. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.

Arthur George

Arthur George, late of Ogema, formerly of Yorkton, passed away peacefully on Monday, Oct. 23, 2000, at the age of 80 years. Art was born on August 26, 1920 at Ogema. He was predeceased by his father, Gordon, and mother, Mary; first wife, Vera; brothers, Arnold and Ellis. Art is survived by his wife, Margaret; two daughters: Judy Wright, grandchildren: Jessica and Ken Wright of Victoria, BC; Helen (Douglas) Riecken of Sussex, NB, grandchildren: David and Michael Riecken; one son, Murray George, grandchildren: Kristine and Garrett George of Wawanesa, MB; sister, Helen Clark and numerous nieces and nephews. Art will be sadly missed by all of Margaret's family, especially the younger grandchildren who knew and loved Art as their Grandpa. A celebration of life was held on Thursday, Oct. 26, at 2:00 p.m. from the Ogema United Church, Ogema, with Rev. Robin Osborne officiating. The eulogy was given by his nephew, Robert George. The family wishes to express their gratitude for your many acts of kindness evident in thought and deed and for your attendance at the service. Following the service, everyone was invited to further share this day, with family and friends, at a lunch in the Ogema United Church, lower hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Art's memory to the Canadian Cancer Society. The honor guard were members of the Royal Canadian Legion. Ar-rangements in care of Hastings-Dionne Funeral Home Inc., Weyburn.

Edith Merle Cooper

On Saturday, October 21, 2000, Edith Merle Cooper (nee: Frith) passed away at the Estevan Regional Nursing Home at the age of 85 years. Predeceased by her husband, William Cooper (1970); one son, Gerald Cooper (1968); her parents, Alexander and Claracy Frith; four brothers: Clayton, Lennard, Reg and Willis; one nephew, Manley Frith; three brothers-in-law: Arthur Cooper, Harold Cooper and Jack Cooper; and one sister-in-law, Alden Purvis (Cooper). Edith is survived by one son, Merrill (Phyllis) Cooper of Tribune; one grandson, Bentley Cooper of Calgary, AB; one granddaughter, Melody of Kelowna, BC; sister-in-law, Verna Cooper of Carnduff; several nieces and nephews, as well as many friends. Edith Merle Davis was born October 1, 1915 in the Woodworth Municipality near Virden, MB. She was adopted by Claracy and Alexander Frith shortly after she was born. She resided in Carievale from 1934 to 1960, Weyburn from 1960 to 1972, Victoria from 1972 to 1985, then moved to Winnipeg until 1998 when she moved back to Saskatchewan. Edith enjoyed the farm, especially at harvest time. She loved to travel and spend time with her family. While living in Weyburn she was employed at the nursing home, and she also babysat for many families while the parents were on vacation. She enjoyed knitting, cooking, making petit point pictures and needle point. A graveside service will be held Friday, November 3 at 2:00 p.m. from Hillcrest Cemetery, Weyburn, with her nephew, Alex Frith, officiating. Following the interment, lunch will be held at the Lucky Goose Lodge, Weyburn, for family and friends. Arrangements are in care of Hastings-Dionne Funeral Home Inc., Weyburn.

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