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CONRAD GRASDAL
CONRAD JOHN GRASDAL of Parkbeg, Saskatchewan – With our deepest sorrow we announce the passing of our husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, Conrad, passed away peacefully Sunday, September 30, 2001 at Providence Place, Moose Jaw, at the age of 80 years. Predeceased by his parents, Andrew and Christine Grasdal. He will be forever loved and missed by survivors; wife, Muriel, children: Terry (Joan) of Moose Jaw, Doug (Shelly) of Lethbridge, Allen (IsMary) of Calgary, Shirley (Darrel Kinneberg) of Elk Point, Alta., Helen (Wayne Kozakewich) of Calgary, Paul (Barb Newsham) of Parkbeg, and Ken (Heather Schaffer) of Regina; twelve grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Also surviving are brothers and sisters: Martin (June) of Vancouver, Alvin (Margaret) of Sherwood Park, Ina (Jack Duckworth) of Moose Jaw, Ray (Connie) of Calgary, Mabel (Jim Crozier) of Mission, B.C., Elmer (Terry) of Biggar, Carl (June) of Calgary, Ernie (Gerda) of Langley, B.C., Lloyd (Georgia) of Parkbeg; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Conrad served in the RCAF, in the Second World War in 1942 where he met wife Muriel. Following the War they moved to farm north of Parkbeg where they raised their family. In 1997 Conrad and wife moved to Moose Jaw. Conrad was a kind, gentle, soft spoken individual who cared about a lot of things and people. He loved sports and was an avid baseball player and curler in his younger years. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 4, 2001 at 1:30 p.m. at Central Lutheran Church, 27 Hochelaga St. W., Moose Jaw. Pastor Doug Shepherd will officiate. Royal Canadian Legion Funeral Rites will be conducted by Moose Jaw Branch #59. Interment will follow at Rosedale Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan, 301-2550-12th Ave., Regina, Sask., S4P 3X1. In living memory of Conrad, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
FORREST HALE
The passing of FORREST JAMES HALE age 78 year of Mossbank, Saskatchewan occurred on Saturday, August 25, 2001 at Dimond Lodge, Biggar, Saskatchewan. Surviving are his wife, Edith; children: Rose (Walter), Robert (Hazel) of Biggar, John (Gloria) of White Horse, Yukon, Joe (Pat) of Stoney Plains, Alberta, seven grandchildren and sisters, Eileen (Aron) of Rosthern, SK. and Myrtle (Leslie) Ford of Moose Jaw. Predeceased by his parents, Archie and Alice a sister, Ila Warren and infant sister, Rose. The Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, September 4, 2001 at 1:30 p.m. in the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel, 106 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw. Mr. Larry Ager, one of Jehovah’s Witnesses will be the speaker. Burial will follow at Sunset Cemetery. Memorials for the Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 1061, Moose Jaw, SK., S6H 4P8 would be appreciated. In living memory of Forrest, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
SHERMAN HALES
Sherman Hastings Hales passed away on Tuesday, February 6th, 2001 after a brief illness. Sherman was born in Peterborough, Ontario July 26th, 1907. The family homesteaded in the Newberry District, then moved to the Bevitt-Quincy Districts. He continued to reside and farm there until he moved to Moose Jaw in 1976, when he semi-retired. Sherman was proud of the fact he seeded 64 crops. He is predeceased by his wife Norma and son Bobby; his parents John and Katherine, three brothers and one sister, and several sisters and brothers-in-law. Sherman is survived by his immediate family, John, Sue, Corby, Trena, and Laurie. He is also survived by his brother-in-law Len Finch, sisters-in-law Julian Averill, Elsie Sandham, Elda Bjolverud, Karen McLaren and several nieces and nephews. Following cremation, Private family memorialization will take place at a later time. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, February 10th, 2001 at 1:30 p.m. at the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel, 106 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw. Reverend Frank Mitchell will officiate. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations to the charity of your choice or to the Shriners Children Fund, c/o Wa Wa Temple, 2065 Hamilton Street, Regina, Sask., S4P 2E1
WILLIAM KENNETH HAMILTON
Mr. William Kenneth Hamilton passed away suddenly at home in Eyebrow on Friday, February 16, 2001 at the age of 85 years. Ken was born October 29, 1915 to Robert and Minnie Hamilton at Chaplin, Sask. He grew up on the family farm at Uren. It was there that he met Ethel Nelson who came to work at Bowden’s General Store. They were married on November 5, 1935. Ken was a caring and loving husband, father and grandfather (“papa”). He farmed for many years before moving to Moose Jaw in 1955, becoming a car salesman and sales manager for Elliot Motors and Western Dodge until retiring. Ken is predeceased by his loving wife, Ethel in 1996; his parents; brother, Bob; sister, Violet Donnelly; father and mother-in-law, Mannie and Lydia Nelson; numerous brothers and sisters-in-law; and a special nephew, Lloyd Nelson. Ken leaves to mourn his passing, son Earl and special friends Shirley and Robbie; daughter, Ferne (Mel) Bradford; six grandchildren: Denise (Lonnie) Smith; Kelvin (Lori) Bradford; Lynne (Jim) Kozma; Adele (Jerry) Kulyk; Ken (Deanna) Hamilton; Maria (Herb) Vanderzwaag; and sixteen great-grandchildren; sister, Betty (Lorne) Lindquist; brother-in-law, Rolland Donnelly; sister-in-law, Vivian Vanloosen; many nieces and nephews; special paper girl, Danielle Andres; and many friends. Funeral Services will be held at W.J.Jones & Son Funeral Chapel, Tuesday, February 20, 2001 at 1:30 pm. Merlin Affleck and Lloyd Kneesch will officiate. Interment will follow at Rosedale Cemetery. Visitation Monday evening 8 – 9 pm at the Funeral Home. Memorials to the Sask. Heart & Stroke Foundation, Box 521, Moose Jaw, would be appreciated.
ROBERT "BOB" HARROD
MR. ROBERT (BOB) HARROD of Moose Jaw, passed away on Monday, September 10, 2001 at the age of 67 years. Born June 2, 1934 at Newdale, Manitoba. Bob’s working life was spent in the automobile sales in various places. He was an avid sports fan, especially of the Moose Jaw Warriors having been very active in the organization. Predeceased by his parents, John and Florence, brothers and sisters: Maude, Bill, Violet, Albert, Dorothy and Fred. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of forty-one years, Mary Dell, son, Robert (Bob) and his wife, Julianne, children: Elyse and Mary Elizabeth of Calgary, Alta.; daughter, Tamara (Tami) and friend, James Carroll of Toronto, Ont.; sister-in-law, Ann (Edward) Barnett of Grandview, Man., brother-in-law, Gerald (Shirley) Rutherford of Glenboro, Man. And numerous nieces and nephews. The Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, September 13, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Church, 60 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw. Reverend Peter J. Calhoun will officiate. Memorialization will follow in the Garden of Memories, St. Andrew’s United Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Moose Jaw St. Andrew’s United Church, 60 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw, Sask., S6H 0L2 or to the Moose Jaw Union Hospital Foundation of Excellence, 455 Fairford St. E., Moose Jaw, Sask., S6H 1H3. In living memory of Bob, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley Parkland by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
CLYDE HART
CLYDE HART passed away peacefully at Pioneer Lodge on Wednesday, July 11, 2001surrounded by his family and friends from the Lodge where he has been a resident for the past five years. Clyde was born on February 14, 1906 at Brinsmade, North Dakota. He came to the Brownlee District when he was six weeks old with his parents Elias and Cora Hart and four year old twin brothers. He married Maybel Peterson from Eyebrow on September 12, 1927 and they farmed and lived at the original homestead until he moved to Brownlee in 1955, retiring to Moose Jaw in 1962. Clyde was predeceased by his parents; three brothers: Carl, Everett and Estel, sister, Rosa, a son, Lyle in 1981, his wife of 56 years, Maybel in 1983, grandson, Danny Lowe in 1991, daughter, Evelyn in 1992 and a daughter-in-law, Patsy in 1993. Clyde is ever loved and sadly missed by two sons: Howard of Moose Jaw and Ray (Doreen) of Victoria, B.C.; three daughters: Muriel (Pat) Ryan of Calgary, Alberta, Doreen (Paul) Doyle of Regina, Deanna (Larry) Rode of Rocky Mountain House, Alberta; Twenty-one grandchildren and thirty-five great-grandchildren. The Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, July 17, 2001 at 1:30 p.m. at the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel, 106 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw. Pastor John N. Duerksen will officiate. Interment will follow at Rosedale Cemetery. Visitation for family and friends will be held Monday evening (July 16th, 8-9p.m. ) at the Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Saskatchewan Lung Association, 1231-8th St. E., Saskatoon, Sk., S7H 0S5 or to Pioneer Lodge, 1000 Albert St., Moose Jaw, Sk., S6H 2Y2. In living memory of Clyde, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
CLARENCE G. HEAGY
CLARENCE GEORGE HEAGY was born on April 12, 1917 at Joeville (Lisieux), Sask. and passed away at his home in Moose Jaw on June 6, 2001. Clarence was raised and went to school in the Lisieux and Kabrude districts, finishing his schooling at Kanton School, all near where his family farmed north of Fife Lake, Sask. He joined the Army in 1941, then transferred a year later to the Air Force based mainly at Calgary. In 1942 he married Bernice Borgerson and after the War they settled and farmed near Rockglen, Sask. In 1959 he moved his family to Moose Jaw working for Meyer’s Rodeo for a few years, then operating a livestock trucking business until 1970. He then worked at the Moose Jaw Stockyards as a yardman until his retirement. His retirement years were filled with fishing, hunting, traveling, his hobbies, and of course sharing his interests with his grandchildren. He was loved and will be missed by his wife, Bernice; and children and their families: Blaine (Marylin) – Prince Albert; Lael (Ramish) Bhambhani – Edmonton; Frank – Calgary; Margery (Dave) McCord – Moose Jaw; Stephen (Bev) – Leduc, Alta; and Clayton (Laura) – Cochrane, Alta; brothers and sisters: Esther Burke – Regina; Floyd – Princeton, B.C.; Ruby (Harvey) Chute – Calgary; Rodney (Anna) – Rockglen; Frances (Arnold) Riemer – Keswick, Ont.; Clare (Vange) – Saskatoon; and Vincent (Susan) – Saskatoon; and sister-in-law, Mary Heagy – Assiniboia. Clarence is predeceased by his parents, Frank and Helen Heagy; brothers: Lloyd, Erwin (Emma); sister, Doris (Tony) Cardinal; and an infant daughter, Helen. Funeral Services will be held at St.Andrew’s United Church on Saturday June 9, 2001 at 10:30 am. Rev. Dr. Donald Laing will officiate. Interment will follow at the Little Woody Cemetery south of Willow Bunch at 3:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Canadian Cancer Society, 223 Fairford St. E., Moose Jaw, S6H 0E1, would be appreciated. In living memory of Clarence, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley Parkland by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
BALZER HEILMAN
MR. BALZER HEILMAN of Providence Place, Moose Jaw, passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2001 at the age of 91 years. Born July 16, 1909 in Selz, North Dakota, U.S.A. to Bartholemew and Rosina Heilman, he came to Canada with his parents and siblings in 1913. They lived in Fox Valley, Leader, Mortlach districts before moving to Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. Balzer worked at Swift’s Cattle Co. until it closed, then worked for the Separate School as caretaker, later worked for John J. Craigen Construction before starting his own construction Co. – B.A. Heilman Construction, retiring in 1974. He married Christina Flora McPherson of Wapella, Saskatchewan in 1936. They had a family of two daughters and six sons. Predeceased by his wife, Christina Flora in 1963, daughter, Christina Heilman in 2000, granddaughter, Christina Florinda Heilman in 1970, his father, Bartholemew in 1970 and mother, Rosina in 1985, brothers: Charlie Heilman in 1985, John Heilman in 1997, Andrew Heilman in 1997, Joe Heilman in 1998 and Vince Heilman in 2000, brother-in-law, Bill Jones, sisters-in-law: Edith Heilman, Betty Heilman and Mary Heilman and a grandson-in-law, Bruce Durrant. Balzer is survived by his daughter, Frances (Alfred) Gomersall and family of the Moose Jaw district; sons: Joe (Leona) Heilman and family of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Jerome Heilman of Shaunghnesy, Alberta, Philip (Priscella) Heilman and family of Lethbridge, Alberta, Fred (Joyce) Heilman and family of Moose Jaw, Clarence Heilman and friend, Karen and his family of Victoria, B.C., Clifford (Lena) Heilman and family of Saskatoon, seventeen grandchildren and twenty-eight great-grandchildren; sisters: Clementine Jones, Anne (Joe) Tress of Moose Jaw, Sister Mary of Trinity (Florence) of Regina, Saksatchewan, Rosemary Torcogh of Toronto, Ontario, Julia (Henry) LaBrie of Kelowna, B.C.; sisters-in-law: Margaret Heilman and Eleanor Heilman; special daughters-in-law: Louise Heilman and Vila Heilman as well as several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 30th, 2001 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, 1064-3rd Ave. N.W., Moose Jaw. Reverend Father David Cottingham C.Ss.R. will Preside. Interment will follow in the Family Plot, Rosedale Cemetery. A Prayer Service will be held Monday, January 29th, 2001 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church. Memorials for the Canadian Cancer Society, 223 Fairford St. E., Moose Jaw, Sask., S6H 0E1 or to the Canadian Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 1061, Moose Jaw, Sask., S6H 4P8 would be appreciated.
DOROTHY HENRY
DOROTHY ELIZABETH HENRY (nee Forster), formerly of Prince Albert and Chez Nous, Moose Jaw, passed away at Extendicare, Moose Jaw on Tuesday, June 19, 2001. Born September 29, 1913 on a farm near Davidson, Dorothy taught school for many years in Shellbrook and Prince Albert, retiring in 1978. She loved to travel, visiting all of Canada, British Isles and Spain. Predeceased by her parents, James and Margaret (Nuhn) Forster, brothers, Jack, Geo, Reg, Roy, Jim, Cecil and sisters, Violet and Myrtle, her husband, David Henry in 1984, grandsons, Kirk and David Iwasyk and son-in-law, Bill Iwasyk. Dorothy will be remembered by her daughters, Marilyn (Jack) Cooper, Jean Iwasyk, Louise (Lloyd) Waddell, brother, Earl (Vi) Forster and sister, Marg MacAllister of Port Coquitlam, seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews. In keeping with Dorothy’s request, there will be no funeral service. Cremation will take place with memorialization in Prince Albert at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be forwarded to a charity of one’s choice. In living memory of Dorothy, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley Parkland by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
MRS. SHEILA KATHERINE HESELTON
MRS. SHEILA KATHERINE HESELTON, RN, age 89 of Moose Jaw, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 18, 2001 with family at her side. Sheila was the fourth child of William Edwards Waters and his wife Elizabeth (Thomas). She was born above her father’s bakery at 1 Palm Hill/32 Christchurch Lane, Birkenhead, Wirral, England on February 26, 1912. As a child she loved playmaking and was the apple of her father’s eye. Sheila left school at age fourteen and went to work as a dress-maker’s apprentice making five shillings a week. The letters from her sisters in Canada convinced Sheila to emigrate. While waiting for permission to emigrate Sheila worked as a governess for a Welsh family. Finally, in 1933, her papers came and she spent her 21st birthday onboard the “ Adriatic ”. The trip was wonderful and she treasured a coffee spoon she won on board at a whist tournament. In Montreal she boarded “The Dominion” for Calgary. It had plush green seats and a stove at one end to boil water. In 1933 both Barbara and Sheila decided to move to Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. Sheila was accepted into training at the Victoria Hospital there. She was a student nurse and loved it all. Sheila told many stories about sneaking into the hospital after hours. In 1937 she met Norman Heselton and was married in May 1938. They lived for a short time in Bassano (where Lynette was born), and then moved back to Prince Albert. In 1945 the family moved to Moose Jaw. Sheila has been a member of St. George’s Anglican Church for over fifty years and was for many years an active member of the WA. She was also a member of the Parents Auxiliary to the Moose Jaw #1 Cub pack – which incidentally was the first group in Canada to be officially allowed to wear long pants. In 1954, Sheila returned to nursing at the Providence Hospital where she worked for twenty-two years. Most of that time was as head nurse on the Surgical Ward. Sheila was active in the Saskatchewan Registered Nurse’s Association for many years. In 1988 the family had a large gathering for their 50th wedding anniversary. Sadly her beloved Norman died in 1990. Sheila lived alone at 345 Ross Street until 1997 when after her third hip replacement, she moved in with son Bill and his wife Ann. Sheila is predeceased by her parents: William and Elizabeth Waters; her husband: Norman Heselton; her brother: William Waters; sisters: Aileen Maertens-Poole, Barbara Waters and Monica Waters; her son-in-law Bob James and her grandson Clint Bauck. Sheila is survived by her four children: Lynette James and her son Chris James; sons: Allan (Georgina) Heselton and their sons Brian (Payne) Heselton and Sgt. Kevin Heselton; John (Lil) Heselton and their children Shauna Heselton and Rob (Anne) Heselton; Bill (Ann) Heselton and their children: Cindy Heselton; Julie Bauck; Jacquie (Rob) Seibel; David (Alma) van der Raadt; Geof (Dawnalee) Heselton; Tammi (Jason) Hein; and Debbie (Carmen) Curtis. Sheila is also survived by fourteen great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. The Funeral Service will be held on Monday, July 23, 2001 at 1:30 p.m. at the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel, 106 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw. Reverend Betty Bradley will officiate. Memorialization will take place at Prairie Memorial Columbarium at a later time. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to a charity of one’s choice. In living memory of Sheila, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley Parkland by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
LAWRENCE HICKS
LAWRENCE JOHN HICKS of Mortlach, Saskatchewan, passed away Tuesday, September 4, 2001 at the age of 85 years. Born at home in the Courval district May 22, 1916, Lawrence married Ruth Smith and the couple farmed in the Edgehill district until 1978 when they moved to Mortlach. Predeceased by his parents, Henry and May Hicks; wife, Ruth; twin sister, Beatrice; brothers-in-law, Clayton Orr, John Smith, Bob Felt, Everett Beaman and Roy Colenutt; sisters-in-law, Lavina Beaman, Eseal Felt and Barbara Smith. Lawrence is survived by two daughters and three sons: Lloyd (Wilma) Hicks, Donna (Sandy) Currie, Linda (Ron) Locke, Doug (Betty) Hicks and Danny (Irene) Hicks; twelve grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Agnes Rogers, Mabel Colenutt and Maltie Hodgins; brothers-in-law, Benny Rogers and Haldon Hodgins; and several nieces and nephews. The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, September 7, 2001 at 1:30 p.m. in the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel, 106 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw. Della Ferguson will officiate. Interment will follow at Sunset Cemetery. Memorials for the Canadian Cancer Society, 223 Fairford St. E., Moose Jaw, Sask., S6H 0E1 would be appreciated. In living memory of Lawrence, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
MILDRED HICKS
MILDRED ELIZABETH HICKS of Marquis, passed away at Providence Place on Thursday, April 19th, 2001 at the age of 79 years. Born January 21st, 1922 at Dunnville, Ontario, she attended public and high school in Simcoe, Ontario and received her nursing training at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Hamilton, Ontario. Mildred met Cy while he was convalescing from World War II injuries in hospital in Hamilton. The couple were married April 14th, 1945 in Simcoe, Ontario. Mildred and Cy took up residence in the Marquis district and farmed there until her passing. Mildred participated in the Marquis Community in various ways – served on the Marquis Community Club, curled in the local Bonspiels and was involved with the Marquis United Church. She enjoyed camping and fishing with her family, gardening and flowers, knitting, crocheting, reading and crossword puzzles kept her busy in her later years. Mildred’s special love of cats continued until her passing. During her stay at providence Place, she received excellent care from all the staff. Many of the staff were able to cheer her up and make her life more comfortable while at Providence Place. Predeceased by her parents, Clifford and Clover Hurst; brothers, Roy and Ross Hurst; and sons, Alan and Ross. Mildred is survived by husband, Cyril Hicks, son, David (Dorothy) Hicks, daughter, Lynne (Art) Dunbar; grandchildren: Derek (Tanis), Greg (Denean), Jason (Christy), special cousin, Pat Mayers of Burlington, Ontario, Blair, Tara (Greg), Jeff (Lynne) and great-granddaughter, Rachel. The Funeral Service will be held at the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel, 106 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw on Tuesday, April 24th, 2001 at 1:30 p.m. Della Ferguson will officiate. Interment will follow in the Family Plot at Sunset Cemetery. Memorials for Providence Place, 100-2nd Ave. N.E., Moose Jaw, Sask., S6H 1B8 or to the Canadian Cancer Society, 223 Fairford St. E., Moose Jaw, Sask., S6H 0E1 would be gratefully accepted. In living memory of Mildred Elizabeth Hicks, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley Parkland by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
IRVIN HIEBERT
It is with sadness we announce the death of IRVIN PETER HIEBERT on Thursday, October 11, 2001. Irvin was born in 1933 in the Chaplin district. In 1957 he moved to Moose Jaw and then to Prince George, B.C. in 1964 with his brother Dale, sister Joan and mother Anne. He returned to Moose Jaw (Extendicare Nursing Home) in August of 2000. Irvin was employed as a carpenter until his retirement. His favorite past time was playing music on his guitar, banjo and mouth organ. Predeceased by his father Peter in 1964, mother Anne in 1992, sister Joan in 1996 and brothers-in-law Doug Hughes and Walter Sanders. Irvin is survived by sisters Marlene Hughes, Luella Sanders, Rose Drake; brothers Gordon (Beverley) Hiebert, Dale (Helen) Hiebert and special friend Inga Baxter of Abbottsford, B.C. Irvin was a special uncle survived by many nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. Following cremation, A Memorial Service will be held at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 2 Hayes Drive, Moose Jaw on Monday, October 15, 2001 at 3:00 p.m. Reg McKee will be the speaker. Memorials to the Canadian Cancer Society, 223 Fairford St. E., Moose Jaw, Sask., S6H 0E1 or to the charity of one’s choice would be appreciated. In living memory of Irvin, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
LILA HILLING
LILA EVELYN HILLING (nee Patterson) was born near Shaunavon, Saskatchewan on February 28, 1918. Lila passed away quietly on Sunday, October 7, 2001. She was raised at Shaunavon, Saskatchewan and married Rupert Hilling on December 28, 1946 and the couple later moved to a farm near Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. Lila was predeceased by her husband, Rupert, she is survived by two sons: Dennis (Julie) Hilling, (former daughter-in-law, Carol Ann and their children Jennifer (Al) Schuett and Michael) and Glen (Bonnie) Hilling and their children, Scott and Andrea. In keeping with Lila’s wishes, there will be no funeral service. Cremation will take place with private family memorialization in the family plot at Sunset Cemetery. Della Ferguson will officiate. Family and friends are invited to share in a time of remembrance on Saturday, October 13, 2001 from 2-4 p.m. at the W. J. Jones & Son Family Centre, 262 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw. In living memory of Lila, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
ELSIE HOBDAY
Elsie Hobday passed away peacefully, at Providence Place, on Sunday, April 1st, 2001 at the age of 91 years. She was born on October 12th, 1909 in the Buffalo Pound Lake area. Elsie served in both the Army and Air Force. Upon returning, she worked at Lowther’s Store/Post Office, in Tuxford, until its closure. She then went on to Providence Hospital where she worked until her retirement. Elsie received much enjoyment from fishing, hunting and searching the countryside for arrowheads. In later years she enjoyed reading and puzzles. Predeceased by her parents Adrian and Annie Hobday, one brother Fred, two sisters and their husbands; Babs (Reg) Wilfong and Fannie (Jerry) Rigden, also one nephew Jim Rigden. Elsie is survived by her sister-in-law Hazel Hobday and three generations of nieces and nephews. A Graveside Service for family and friends will be held on Saturday, April 7th, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Columba Churchyard Cemetery – Buffalo Pound Lake area. Visitation will be held at the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home, 106 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw, Saturday 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Flowers are gratefully declined, friends so wishing may make donations to the St. Columba Church, Box 362, Moose Jaw, Sask., S6H 4N9. In living memory of Elsie May Hobday, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley Parkland by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home
WILLIAM (BILL) HOLT
It is with great sadness that the Holt family announces the passing of William Wallace Owen Holt on Friday, November 23, 2001. William was born on November 24, 1917. William served his country in World War II. For most of his service he was stationed overseas. Bill was employed with Co-op Dairies for many years. He lived his life to the fullest and carried an enormous amount of love. He will be deeply missed by his family and loved ones and eternally live on in every one of our hearts. Bill is survived by his loving wife: Jean, and will be deeply remembered by his seven children: Gwen, Bob, Barb, Jerry, Keith, Wanda and Doug. Father has very loving daughter- in- laws, a son in- law and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. A very very special friend: Sid Chhokar. The Funeral Service will be held at the W.J.Jones & Son Funeral Chapel on Wednesday November 28, 2001 at 1:30 p.m. Pastor Doug Shepherd Padre of the Royal Canadian Legion will officiate. Interment will follow at Rosedale Cemetery. Royal Canadian Legion Funeral Rites will be conducted by Moose Jaw Branch #59. Visitation for family and friends will be on Tuesday evening 7-9 p.m. at the Funeral Home. In living memory of William, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
ANNIE HOVANES
ANNIE HOVANES (nee Paradun) of Pioneer Lodge, Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, passed away peacefully August 19, 2001 at the age of 91. She was predeceased by her husband, Andrew; parents, Efem and Mary Paradun; brothers: Peter, Andrew, Abraham, Jack, George, Paul, Ernest and Alexander; sisters: Alvena Sheparanko and Margaret Coleman. Annie is survived by her children: John (Betty), Mike (Betty), Leonard, Harvey (Mary), George (Marilyn) and one daughter, Pat (Herman) Kraus, eleven grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren, one brother, Larry Paradun and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Annie was born at Max, North Dakota and came to Canada with her family as a child and settled in the Viceroy District where she attended school. She met and married Andrew in 1935 and the couple lived and farmed in the Ormiston area where they raised their family. Her cheerful and kind personality endeared her to many neighbours and friends in the community as well as serving as secretary for the Middle Valley School. Annie moved to Moose Jaw several years ago, where she resided at McNiven Manor and then moved to Pioneer Lodge in 1999. A Celebration of Annie’s Life will be held at the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel, 106 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw on Friday, August 24, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. Reverend Allan Buchanan will officiate. Interment will take place at Sunset Cemetery. Visitation for family and friends will be held Thursday evening 7-9 p.m. at the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Pioneer Lodge, 1000 Albert St. W., Moose Jaw, Sask., S6H 2Y2 or to the Saskatchewan Heart & Stroke Foundation, Box 521, Moose Jaw, Sask., S6H 4P2. In living memory of Annie, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley Parkland by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
CHARLOTTE "Lottie" HOWE
CHARLOTTE (“LOTTIE”) HOWE passed away suddenly in Moose Jaw on Thursday, February 22, 2001 at the age of 79 years. Born August 23, 1921 to Douglas and Janet Dale at Indian Head, Saskatchewan, she moved to Moose Jaw district with her family as a young girl and received her education at Coberg and William Grayson schools. She worked at Caron Pilot Training Station, Jackson Bottling and Overs. She married Elgin Howe on November 30, 1946 in Moose Jaw and moved to the family farm at Mitchellton. The couple then moved to Moose Jaw before moving to the Baildon farm in 1952 where she has resided until her passing. She was predeceased by her parents Douglas and Janet Dale, brother Bill Dale, infant brother Douglas Dale, sisters: Lizzie, Teannie, Jean, Mary, Bella and Jenny. Lottie is survived by her loving husband of 54 years Elgin, sons: Doug, Dale (Lois) and their children Tanya (special friend Rob), Michael and Kelly, sister-in-law Olga Dale, brother John (Gwen) Dale, sister-in-law Eileen Mitchell, brothers-in-law: Gordon (Doreen) Howe and Ron (Dolores) Howe as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Family and friends were very special to her and she attended or hosted many family gatherings. Elgin and Lottie enjoyed square dancing and she sewed her own square dance dresses. Her three grandchildren held a very special place in her heart and she often had some of her cookies to send with them when they returned home from a visit with her. Her husband, children and grandchildren were never missed with a card and gift on Birthdays, Anniversaries, Valentines Day and Christmas. She opened her home to family, friends and neighbours for the daily coffee gathering that usually included her home baked cakes and cookies. She took a keen interest in the farm and always knew what everyone was doing and how many new baby calves had been born each day. The Funeral Service will be held on Monday, February 26, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. at the Zion United Church, 423 Main St. N., Moose Jaw. Interment will follow at Sunset Cemetery. Memorials for the Saskatchewan Heart & Stroke Foundation, Box 521, Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, S6H 4P2 would be appreciated.
DORIS HUDSON
DORIS ISOBEL HUDSON (nee Simpson), passed away peacefully on July 31, 2001 at the age of 83 years. She was predeceased by her parents, Alex and Maude Simpson, her son, William (Bill) and her two sisters, Jean and Alice. Doris will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her family, her sons, Gerry (Judy), Jim (Velma); daughter, Linda, daughter-in-law, Glenda Loustel and her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her interests included gardening, walking and music. For many years, she loved to play the organ, piano and clarinet. Because of her strong sense of community involvement, Doris contributed her talents to such organizations as the Sprigs of Heather Girl’s Pipe Band, Grace Unit Church and later Cosmos Seniors choirs, the Cosmos Senior Citizen’s Centre and the Heritage Place executive. A Memorial Tea honoring Doris ’ life will be held on Saturday, August 4, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Mark’s Presbyterian Church, 80 High St. E., Moose Jaw. In living memory of Doris, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley Parkland by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
