Beth died gracefully with her “boys” by her side on January 19, 2016 at the age of 91. She was predeceased by her husband Blaine (2003) after 58 years of marriage. She was also predeceased by her siblings Cora, Jane, Bill and Joe Warren, Joan Sather; and her grandson Jayson Shupe. Born in Weyburn, Saskatchewan on August 29, 1924, the third child of Joseph and Margaret Warren, Beth lived almost her entire life in Weyburn, interrupted only by a brief stint in the armed forces during World War II. She is survived by her brother- in- law Jack Shupe (Lila); sister-in-law Ida Warren and her five sons – Ron (Lane) of Kelowna, BC; Guy (Glenda) of Weyburn; Bill (Catherine) of Regina; Jesse (Jackie) of Weyburn; and Paul of Weyburn. She also leaves behind a legacy of 8 grandchildren - Jodi (Nick Tsoycalas), Spencer, Tana (Dan Cugnet), Brittany, Liam, Preston, Parker and Sasha and 4 great grandchildren - Alexandros and Aristeia Tsoycalas; David and Isabelle Cugnet. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff at Hilltop Manor and Liberty Manor for their devoted and compassionate care of our Mother during the past several years. Special thanks to Dr. Behesti and the staff of the Weyburn Union Hospital for ensuring Mom’s comfort and dignity in her final days. Beth’s sons were her proudest achievement and she remained dedicated to them and their families, and they to her, until the end. Education was important to Beth and she instilled that into her boys who all achieved university degrees.
She worked for a time as the Constituency Secretary for Member of Parliament Ralph Goodale when he began his political career in Weyburn in the mid-seventies. Beth was convinced that her experience raising five sons and balancing a tight family budget was instrumental in propelling him to a long and successful career in government service. Mom had a great sense of humour that she maintained right to the end. She made deep and enduring friendships which she cherished. There was nothing better than a good afternoon playing bridge with her friends. Never one for exercise or a healthy diet, she contradicted all modern theories of longevity. Chocolate, Coca Cola and cigarettes were her favorites in spite of our “healthier” recommendations. But then, she was strong willed – even the word “stubborn” comes to mind! Her flair for the dramatic and often the melodramatic, was well known and a lovable part of her personality. She was our Matriarch, our Queen Elizabeth – revered, respected, and loved. We are certainly saddened by her passing and she will be sorely missed. But Dad has been waiting a long time so we are relieved that his waiting is over. There will be a Celebration of Beth’s life on May 7, 2016 at 2:00 pm at the Knox Presbyterian Church in Weyburn, Saskatchewan with Reverend Jay Song and Reverend John Ferrier officiating. Donations in memory of Beth may be made to the Knox Presbyterian Church. Condolences may be left at: www.fletcherfuneralchapel.com. Arrangements entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapel, Weyburn, Saskatchewan 306-842-5432.
