OBITUARIES
Dorothy
Louise Webb
Dorothy was born on June 23, 1917 at the Guest family farm, which
was located near Hardy. Dorothy received her education at Egypt
Valley School until she had finished the tenth grade. After this,
she completed her schooling at Hardy School. Dorothy stayed on
the farm until 1942 when she left to receive teacher's training.
After completing the course, she taught school at Black Oak for
three years. In 1945 she married Steve Webb. They farmed until
1977 when they retired and moved to Pangman. Dorothy was gifted
with the ability to do wonderful knitting and crocheting. She
always enjoyed gardening, watching curling, and spending time
with her grandchildren. Most dear to her heart was her relationship
with Jesus Christ. She accepted Him as her Savior early in childhood
and He was her best Friend and Helper throughout her life. Dorothy
was truly a blessing to all who knew her and will be remembered
for her kind and selfless ways, always putting others before herself.
Dorothy is predeceased by her parents Herbert and Alsie Guest;
loving husband, Stephen Webb (1984); infant daughter, Donna Webb
(1946); three sisters, Lillian Rowland, Lydia Ledingham and May
Heath; two brothers, Reg and Bill Guest and one nephew, Bob Guest.
Dorothy is survived by her son, Terry (Wanda) Webb of Pangman
and their children, Aimee (Scott) Gerlitz of Rocky Mountain House,
AB, Randy, Graham and Jonathan Webb all of Pangman; stepdaughter,
Joan (Jake) Schmidt of Regina and their children, Wes (Patti)
Schmidt of Regina and Doug (Loreena) Schmidt of Saskatoon; one
great grandson, Isaac Gerlitz; two sisters, Gladys Heath of Pangman
and Eva Orton of Richmond, BC and one brother, Cecil (Marguerite)
Guest of Pangman; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives
and friends. The funeral service was held Saturday, February 19
at 11:00 a.m. from the Bethel Mission Assembly in Pangman, with
Pastor Brandon Tichkowsky officiating. Interment was held at Green
Acres Memorial Gardens, Weyburn. Pallbearers were Randy Webb,
Graham Webb, Wes Schmidt, Byron Ledingham, Bill Peters and Reg
Guest. For friends so wishing, donations may be made in memory
of Dorothy to the Deep South Personal Care Home or to The Gideons.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels, Weyburn
(306) 842-5432.
Drinking from the Saucer
I don't have a lot of riches,
And sometimes the going's rough;
But while I've friends to love
I think I'm rich enough.
I'll just thank God for blessings
That His mercy has bestowed,
I'm drinking from the saucer,
'Cause my cup has overflowed.
If God gives me strength and courage,
When the way grows steep and rough,
I'll not ask for any other blessings;
I'm already blessed enough.
May I never be too busy
To help bear another's load,
Yes, I'm drinking from the saucer,
'Cause my cup has overflowed.
Author unknown
Norman
Gowan
On Sunday, February 13, 2005, Norman Ward Gowan late of Stoughton,
passed away at the Regina General Hospital at the age of 88 years.
Predeceased by his mother and father Ward Earl and Sarah Jane
Gowan; his wife Olive; sister Dorothy Hannan; brother-in-law George
Hannan and niece, Jean Warwick. Norman is survived by his son
Ken (Colleen) Gowan of Stoughton, and his grandchildren Sarah
(Jason) Holzar of Weyburn; Kevin Gowan of Stoughton, Crystal Gowan
of Stoughton; and many nieces and nephews. Norman was born at
Granfell, on January 1, 1917. After attending public and high
school Norman attended Success Business College in Regina. In
1937 he worked at a service station in Balgonie prior to starting
his electrical career with Prairie Power Company, he was then
employed for 42 years as a District Operator with the SaskPower
Corporation. Norman retired on July 31, 1979 and SaskPower held
a retirement party for him. Norman married Olive Bowes on July
31, 1946 at the Grace United Church in Stoughton, and they had
one son, Ken. He was very proud of his grandchildren and attended
grandson, Kevin's graduation in June of 2004 and his granddaughter,
Sarah's wedding in August of 2004. Norman lived in Stoughton since
1946 where he was very active in the community. He was a Councilor
and Overseer for the Village of Stoughton from 1949 to 1955 and
in 1958 he was one of three people who formed a company to organize
and begin construction of the New Hope Pioneer Lodge. He then
became a board member for many years. Norman was a member of the
United Church and was active in many church projects. He enjoyed
hockey and football. He also curled and coached minor hockey.
He will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all he knew
and loved. A Service of Remembrance was held Thursday, February
17, at 2:00 p.m. from Grace United Church, Stoughton, with Reverend
Brian Ast officiating. Interment followed in Stoughton Cemetery.
Honorary pallbearers were: Norman and Olga Hill, Lenny and Marie
Fraser, Andy and Edith Raiwet, Bernard and Ada Clarkson, Johan
and Evelyn Svorkdal. For friends so wishing, donations may be
made in memory of Norman to Grace United Church, Stoughton. Arrangements
were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn and Stoughton
(842-5432)
Joan
Falconer (nee Wilson)
Joan Falconer passed away February 20, 2005 in Sidney, BC at
the age of 81. She is survived by Don, her husband of 59 years,
sons Barry (Gwen), Stan (Heather), Brian (Erin), Malcolm, (Diane)
, grandchildren Allison, Blair, Donna, Carmen, Denise, Diane,
and great grandson Carter. Joan is also survived by her brother
Alfie Wilson of York, England. Joan is predeceased by daughter
Donna. Joan was born January 5, 1924 in York, England. After serving
with the Royal Air Force transport division during World War II
she married Don and settled in Glentworth, Saskatchewan. In 1959
the family moved to Weyburn, and in 1968 to Vancouver, BC. In
retirement Don and Joan lived in Chilliwack, BC and Sidney, BC.
Joan was a loving and devoted wife and mother who will forever
be in our hearts. A memorial service was held at First Memorial
Funeral Services, 4725 Falaise Dr. Victoria on Saturday, February
26 at 2:00 pm. Donations may be made to the BC Lung Association.
Flo
B. Pederson (nee Rodine)
1922-2005
Flossie (Flo) Bertha Pederson (nee Rodine), beloved wife of
Martin G. Pederson of Calgary, AB, passed away on Monday, February
21, 2005 at the age of 82 years. Besides her loving husband Martin,
Flo is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Wayne and Gert
Pederson of Whitecourt, AB; two grandchildren, Cheryl and her
husband Gordon Leonhardt and their son Caden, and Scot and his
wife Rachel Pederson and their two children, Sarah, and Christopher;
her sisters, Myrtle Evans and Lois Fish; and her sister-in-law
Hazel Kelly. Flo was predeceased by her sisters Gladys and Alice.
Funeral service was held at First Assembly Church (6031 Elbow
Drive S.W., Calgary, AB) on Friday, February 25, at 11:00 a.m.
with the Rev. Leona Eagle officiating. Graveside service followed
at Eden Brook Memorial Gardens. Forward condolences through www.condolences@mcinnisandholloway.com.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to
the Alzheimer Society of Calgary, #201, 22258 Avenue S.W.,
Calgary, AB T2H 2S3 Telephone: (403) 290-0110.
In living memory of Flo Pederson, a tree will be planted at Fish
Creek Provincial Park by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes,
Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 Elbow Drive S.W., Calgary, AB T2S 2L5
Telephone: (403) 243-8200.
Mary
"Louise" Forbes (Lakeman)
After a courageous battle with cancer at the Grand River Hospital
in Kitchener, Ontario on February 20, 2005 in her 80th year. Beloved
wife of Trevor W. Forbes for 38 years. Loved daughter of Morris
and Mary Lakeman of Osage. Louise will be sadly missed by her
daughter Louise Rowsom of Fergus, Ontario. Louise was a wonderful
grandmother to Jason and Rebecca and a great grandmother to eight
great grandchildren. Louise served her country with the Canadian
Women's Army Corps. and the R.C.S.C. at Naval Headquarters in
Halifax, NS, during World War Two. Louise continued to serve after
the war and reached the rank of Sergeant. Louise is a past Matron
of the Eastern Star, Brighton Chapter #201 in Fergus, Ontario.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Graham A. Giddy Funeral
Home in Fergus. Cremation has taken place. A private family interment
will be held at The Canadian Forces Cemetery in Ottawa, Ontario.
Donations in Louise's memory can be directed to the Canadian Cancer
Society, cards available at the Funeral Home or (519)843-3100.
www.grahamgiddyfh.com. "A privilege to have known her."
Mavis Annette Schnell
Mavis Annette Schnell (Waldal) was born in 1939 at Lake Alma and
passed away February 3, 2005 at Calgary, AB. Mavis was predeceased
by her parents, Olaf and Anna Waldal; sisters Sylvia Bloor (Bud),
Weyburn, Estelle Johnson and her husband Melvin; brothers Mervin,
Joyce, Elton and Owen. She is survived by her children Tamama
Schmidt, Roxanne Taylor, Greg Schnell, Tracy Jones, Natalie Hudec;
eight granddaughters and five grandsons. Mavis is also survived
by four sisters and four brothers: Thorine (Orville) Olsen, Estevan,
Thor (Florence) Waldal, Lanigan, Ione (Roy) Wanner, Brooks, AB,
Ken (Donna) Waldal, Harris, Inis (Art) Marcotte, Torquay, Casper
(Loretta) Waldal, Regina, Wally (Marcella) Waldal, Calgary, AB
and Janice Pettersen, Calgary, AB; sisters-in-law Wilda (Mervin)
Waldal, Calgary, AB, and Ione (Elton) Waldal, Lanigan. Also numerous
nieces and nephews.
We will remember
her lovely strawberry blonde curls and laughing blue eyes.
We will remember
her generous spirit - giving, giving, giving - and so happy if
you were happy with her gift.
We will remember
the way she laughed with such abandon.
We will remember
her fun-loving, positive spirit.
We will remember
her talent for putting people at ease.
We will remember
how she loved to meet someone for lunch.
We will remember
how she loved to talk about her family as if she talked to them
yesterday.
We will remember
our family get-togethers made that much more enjoyable because
she was there.
Faltine Hoffart
Faltine Hoffart late of Weyburn, passed away Sunday, February
20, 2005 at the age of 75. Faltine was born October 16, 1929 south
of Bromhead. He started his schooling at "Knoville School"
south of Oungre. In 1937 when Faltine was eight years old he moved
to Tribune and finished school at "Slager School". Later
moving to Weyburn to live with his brother Henry, and finally
ending up in Souris Valley. Faltine worked for CN and CPR. He
was a hard and reliavle worker. He worked there until retiring
at the age of 60. He enjoyed playing softball in his younger years,
while later years he liked to play golf. Faltine kept his automobiles
up date and was a brother who would do anything for you. He was
always there when he was needed and will always be remembered
as a quiet and generous person. Predeceased by his parents; Ignatz
and Anna, as well as numerous brothers and sisters. Faltine is
survived by two brothers; Paul (Irene) Hoffart of Chilliwack,
B.C. and Iggy Hoffart of Vancouver, B.C.; one sister, Anne Sauvie
of Vernon, B.C; sisters-in-law, Rose and Louise Hoffart of Weyburn;
as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Honorary
pallbearers were everyone in attendance. The memorial service
was held Thursday, February 24, at 10:30 a.m. from Fletcher Funeral
Chapels, Weyburn, with Father Gerry Bauche officiating. Interment
at St. Mary's Cemetery, Tribune. For friends so wishing, donations
may be made in memory of Faltine to a charity of one's choice.
Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd.,
Weyburn (842-5432).
Arnold Robert Austin Parker
Arnold Robert Austin Parker, age 89, passed away peacefully at
Weyburn General Hospital on Februrary 11, 2005. Arnold was born
on December 20, 1915 in Welwyn Village but grew up in the Old
Welwyn School District. Being the oldest in a family of six he
knew what it was like to do without and work hard leaving school
at the age of 15 to work on the family farm. Later he worked locally,
spent a couple of winters in Ontario, and came back to Crystal
City, MB. When his brothers, Bruce and Millan, enlisted in World
War II he returned home to work the family farm. In October 1946
Arnold married Nina Wells; settled in the Old Welwyn District;
and with lots more hard work and good management became a successful
farmer. During these years he served on the local Wheat Pool Board
and the Old Welwyn School Board, as well as helping with the district
activities and quietly helping his neighbors when needed. Here
their children, Linda and Craig grew up, and following their parents'
credo became successful in their chosen fields. After 28 years
of farming, they moved to Moosomin in 1974, where Arnold worked
for C.C.I.L. until retirement age. Arnold had varied interests.
He enjoyed a game of bridge, dancing, reading, visiting, traveling,
sports, and was an ardent curler and fisherman. He was a quiet
unassuming man who cared deeply for those closest to him. Throughout
his lifetime he was his mother's "mainstay", especially
during her last years. He had a special rapport with his grandchildren,
who enjoyed the love and companionship of their "Good Day,
Grandpa". He will be sadly missed by his family and friends
"for just being there". Arnold was predeceased by his
parents Granville and Anna, brothers Bruce and Millan (Lorraine),
as well as two brothers in infancy. He is survived by his wife
Nina, daughter Linda (Dennis Cann) of Edmonton, AB, son Craig
(Lydia) of Moose Jaw, brother Delbert (Mary) of Red Deer, AB,
brother-in-law Harry Wells, sisters-in-law Isabelle Evans and
Dorothy Kempt, grandchildren Bradley and Stacey Cann, Rodney,
Kristofer and Bruce Parker, and several nieces and nephews.
Mary
Irene Stella Achen
Mary Irene Stella Achen (nee Schmidt) was born November 3, 1912
in Nasau, Minnesota. She spent her early childhood in South Dakota
before moving to Midale, with her family. She later made her home
in Halbrite with her husband Jacob Achen. Mary passed away on
Thursday, February 24, 2005 at the Regina General Hospital at
the age of 92. She was predeceased by her husband, Jacob Achen;
parents, Herman and Emma Schmidt; siblings, Eva, Gladys, Ella,
Christina, Leonard, Floyd and Edward; her sons, Robert, Keith
and Roger. Mary is survived by her siblings, Florence Johnson,
Howard (Lauretta)Schmidt; son, James Achen; daughters, Louise
(Mel) Schill, Karen (Ferdinand) Kuhn, Audrey Wercholuk, Joyce
Bitschy and Ruby (Charles) James; numerous grandchildren, great
grandchildren as well as many friends and neighbors. Mary greatly
enjoyed going to bingo, playing cards, fishing, picking berries
and baking goodies. She is a testament to all who knew her on
how to live life to the fullest and how to endure life's hardships
with stoic grace. She will be dearly missed by all. A family service
will follow at a later date. For friends so wishing, donations
in memory of Mary may be made to a Charity of Choice. Arrangements
were entrusted to RD Family Memorial Funeral Chapel, Weyburn (848-0333).
If so desired, expressions of sympathy to the family may be sent
to our website at www.rdfamilymemorialchapel.com "Our family
serving your family."
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