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ALLIN - It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Leonne Renee, age 26, at her residence in Viscount. Leonne was a beautiful, vibrant, loving, and most of all giving young woman. She always had a song in her heart. The biggest joy in her life were her three children Paul, Shayvonne and Jade. Leonne is also survived be her parents Russell and Sharon Allin, her brother Bradly (Nicole) and their children Sarah, Ashley, James, and Riley. Her grandparents Merle and Shirley Allin; Uncles Les (Wendy) Allin, Ivan (Rita) Allin; Aunts Myrna (Ernie) Foster , Cathy (Glen) Cherry, Vivian Reid (Ron), Carolyn Bell (Elmer) and Maureen Deacon. Also numerous cousins, great aunts and uncles. Leonne was predeceased by her grandparents Sterling and Hazel Reid. The Funeral Service will be held in Watrous United Church on Friday May 12th at 2 PM. Interment will take place at a later date. Memorial donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the Leonne Allin Family Memorial Fund for her children's education at the Watrous Credit Union, Box 790, Watrous, SK, S0K 4T0. FOTHERINGHAM-McDOUGALL FUNERAL SERVICE Watrous in care of arrangements.
BALDWIN - Cassie A. On Saturday, May 6, 2000, Cassie Baldwin of St. Albert, Alberta passed away at the age of 79 years. He is survived by his loving wife, Grace of 60 years; two sons, Archie of St. Albert, Doug (Laurie) of Edmonton; two daughters, Joyce Baldwin (David) of Thailand, Elaine (Kent) Smith of Regina; Eight grandchildren, Laurie Mintz, Deanne (Ryan) Arnold, Stacy (Kent) Hollinger, Farah, Lisa, and Megan Smith, Ainsley and Alecia Baldwin, Harold (Emily) Baldwin; two sisters, Edna Shaw, Viola (Helmer) Halvorson. He was predeceased by two brothers, Wallace Baldwin and Lloyd Baldwin; two sisters, Mabel Halvorson and Thelma Halvorson. A celebration of Cassie's life will be held on Thursday, May 11, 2000 at 11:00 a.m. at the St. Albert United Church, 20 Greengrove Drive, St. Albert, AB with Reverend Scott Agur officiating. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of floral tributes, donations in Cassie's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, #1200 College Plaza, 8215 - 112 Street, Edmonton, AB T6G 2C8 or to a charity of one's choice.
He has gone across the river, To the shore of evergreen, And we long to see his dear face, But the river flows between; Someday, sometime, we shall see The face we loved so well, Someday we'll clasp his hand, And never say farewell.
Howard & McBride Westlawn Chapel, (780) 484-5500
BAZYLEWICH - The passing of Craig Aaron Bazylewich, age 28 years, occurred at his residence in Moose Jaw, SK. The Prayer Service will be held Friday evening, May 12, at 8:00P.M. The Divine Liturgy will be held Saturday, May 13, at 10:00A.M. celebrated by Rev. Fr. Morris Dzurman, C.SS.R. Both Services will be held from Sts. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church, 10th Street & Munroe Avenue, Saskatoon. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Arrangements have been entrusted to Greg Lalach of PARK FUNERAL CHAPEL. 244-2103.
BEATON - Marguerite Joyce (nee Keene) on May 8, 2000, in her 75th year at Regina Pioneer Village. Predeceased by her husband Walter in 1997; parents Eva and Ernest Keene; and brother Lawrence Keene. She will be lovingly remembered by daughter Lynnda Schaftari (John); sister Doris Marshall (Jack); grandchildren Chandra (Shane Miller), Erin, Devin; great-grandchildren Kierstyn and Brayden; as well as nephews, nieces and many special friends. A Visitation for family and friends will be held on Thursday, May 11, 2000 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the chapel of Pioneer Village, 430 Pioneer Drive, Regina. Funeral Service will be held on Friday, May 12, 2000 at 10:30 a.m. in St. James Anglican Church, 1105 Empress Street with Rev. Canon Patrick Tomalin officiating. Interment in Riverside Memorial Park. Flowers gratefully declined. Friends so wishing may make donations, in memoriam, to the Canadian Cancer Society, 1470 Wascana Street, Regina S4T 4J5. Arrangements in care of Speers Funeral Chapel and Crematorium Services.
BOOTHMAN - MR. LAWRENCE (LARRY) BOOTHMAN of Regina and formerly of Moose Jaw, passed away on Tuesday, May 9, 2000 at the age of 75 years. Born February 4, 1925 Larry moved with his family to Moose Jaw from the Briercrest District. Larry served in the World War II as an Airplane Mechanic. On August 25, 1948 he married Bernice Richardson. He was a carpenter and retired from the Regina Board of Education in 1990. Larry took pride in knowing he built his own family home. He enjoyed family, especially the activities of his grandchildren. Predeceased by his father, Frank, mother, Dorothy; brothers: Jack, Brian, Ted and Jim; sisters: Ruby, Daisy and Hazel. Larry is survived by his wife, Bernice Boothman; children: Barry (Marlene) Boothman and their children: Sherry and Sarah; Gerald (Debbie) Boothman and child, Melanie Boothman; Cathy (Otto) Jensen and child, Jennifer Jensen - all of Regina; brother, Tom (Donna) and sisters: Doreen and Wilda; sisters-in-law: Shirley, Lil and Lois. THE FUNERAL SERVICE WILL BE HELD ON FRIDAY, MAY 12, 2000 AT 1:30 P.M. AT THE W.J. JONES & SON FUNERAL CHAPEL, 106 ATHABASCA ST. E., MOOSE JAW. Reverend Doug Shepherd will officiate. Interment will follow at the Family Plot, Sunset Cemetery. VISITATION FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS WILL BE HELD THURSDAY EVENING, 7-9 PM. AT THE FUNERAL HOME. In lieu of flowers, memorials for the Saskatchewan Heart & Stroke Foundation, Box 521, Moose Jaw, Sask., S6H 4P2 would be appreciated.
W.J. JONES & SON FUNERAL HOME In care of arrangements. Lew Young Funeral Director (306) 693-4644
FARR - Thomas Laverne of Saskatoon passed away on May 04, 2000. A Memorial will be held on Thursday, May 11, 2000 at 2 P.M. from the Ogema United Church. Arrangements entrusted to PARAGON FUNERAL SERVICES. (359-7776)
Gary G. GeorgeJim Hutchinson Ernest Andersen
GAETZ - It is with sadness that the family of Valentine J. Gaetz an nounces his passing on Sunday, May 7, 2000. He was born on October 5, 1934. Valentine was predeceased by his father Anthony Gaetz in 1959, mother Julia Gaetz in 1988 and sister Julia Dykstra in 1994. Val is survived by his brothers and sisters Tony (Joan) Gaetz of Sintaluta, Bernadine (Arnold) Herndier of Delta, BC, John Gaetz of Regina, Veronica (George) Kuntz of Prince Rupert, BC and Richard (Pat) Gaetz of Richmond, BC as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, May 11, 2000 at 10:00 A.M. in the Chapel of Lee Funeral Home, 3101 Dewdney Ave., Regina, SK with Mr. Jim Freeman officiating. The Interment will follow in Riverside Memorial Park.
Arrangements are in the care of LEE FUNERAL HOME 757-8645
GAWEL - Wanda Gawel, late of Weyburn, SK., passed away at the age of 79 years on May 8, 2000. Funeral Service will be held Friday, May 12, 2000 at the Fletcher Funeral Chapel, Weyburn, SK. at 11:00 A.M. Celebrant Fr. F. Hengen. Prayers will be said on Thursday, May 11, 2000 at 7:30 P.M. at Fletcher Funeral Chapel, Weyburn, SK. Interment Cedoux Cemetery, Cedoux, SK. Donations may be made in Wanda's memory to the Cedoux Cemetery, Box 1299, Weyburn, SK. S4H 3J9. Arrangements entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd. (842-5432).
GILLSTROM - Katherine Ann passed away peacefully at the age of 66 in St. Mary's Hospital in Sechelt, B.C., on April 28, 2000. She is sadly missed by her loving husband, Owen; her four children: Larry and his partner, Laurel; Greg; Brian and his fiancee, Victoria; and Brenda and her husband, Rob; and her sweet grandchild, Brianna. She will also be missed by her siblings: Barney, Frank, Jean and Joan. Katherine (McDonald) was born on September 17, 1933, in Regina, Saskatchewan, where she resided until 1987 when she moved to British Columbia. She received her Bachelor of Arts with honours in psychology at the University of Regina in 1973 and went on to receive Masters of Arts degree in marriage and family counselling at Columbia Pacific University in 1987. From 1975 until 1996, Katherine worked as a social worker and marital and family therapist. She touched the lives of many with her devotion to the art of healing. In 1994-95 she worked as a consultant for the Ministry of Social Services (Adoption Section) and was involved in the development of the new Adoption Act 1995. Katherine was a remarkable person. Her family feels very blessed to have been able to share her life with her. As a wife and mother she offered never-ending love and support...always there. Everything she did was either to create more beauty in this world or better somebody else's life. She was truly and Angel on Earth and now she is soaring with the Angels in Heaven.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to cancer research would be greatly appreciated.
HICKE - On Sunday May 7, 2000, MR. WENZEL A. HICKE passed away peacefully at the age of 76 years. Wenzel will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his wife Marie; his son Berne (Rhonda); his daughters: Norene (Doug) Pinder and Corene (Glen) Kozey; five grandchildren; special niece Suzanne (Ernest) Doricic; three sisters: Betty Stadler, Hanna (Hubert) Fletcher and Eva Gross; two sisters-in-law: Jill and Gizella Hicke; as well as many other relatives and friends. MEMORIAL MASS will be held at Holy Rosary Cathedral, 2104 Garnet Street, Regina on Friday, May 12, 2000 at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Louis Kubash Celebrant. PRAYERS will be said at Holy Rosary Cathedral on Thursday, May 11, 2000 at 7:30 p.m. Flowers are gratefully declined. Those so wishing may make memorial donations in Wenzel's memory to the Palliative Care Unit at the Pasqua Hospital, 4101 Dewdney Avenue, Regina, SK, S4T 1A5. Arrangements are entrusted to the Regina Funeral Home (789-8850).
KESSLERING - Margaret Marion Kesslering, late of Regina, passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2000 at the age of 93 years. Visitation for family and friends will be held at Speers Funeral Chapel, 2136 College Avenue, today (Wednesday) at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the chapel of Regina Pioneer Village, 430 Pioneer Drive on Thursday, May 11, 2000 at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Norman Marcotte officiating. Arrangements in care of Speers Funeral Chapel and Crematorium Services.
KLEISINGER - Tuesday, May 9, 2000, Lucy Kleisinger (Leier), age 92 years, late of Regina. Predeceased by her husband Michael in 1999; daughter Lorraine; three sisters: Rita Kleisinger, Julia Gilbert, Margaret Carson; and five brothers: Martin, Leonard, Vince, John and Mike. Lucy Kleisinger is survived by three sons: Gerald (Joan), Leonard (Carol), and Wayne (Roberta); one daughter Joan (Gordon) Bergl; twelve grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren, nieces and nephews; two brothers: Frank (Ethel) Leier of Toronto and Donald (Terry) Leier of Calgary. Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, May 15, 2000 at 11:00 a.m. in Holy Rosary Cathedral, 13th Avenue and Garnet Street, with Rev. Louis Kubash presiding. Flowers gratefully declined. Friends so wishing may make donations, in memoriam, to the Marian Centre, 1835 Halifax Street, Regina S4P 1T4. Interment in Regina Cemetery. Arrangements in care of Speers Funeral Chapel and Crematorium Services.
MACKENZIE - John Alexander, born March 7, 1918, Winnipeg, Manitoba passed away Monday May 8, 2000 at Lion's Gate Hospital, at the age of 82. Jack and brother Don were partners in the family jewelry business, J. Alex MacKenzie Ltd. founded by their father in 1928. The boys expanded the business to a chain of eight stores in Saskatchewan and Alberta. Jack was an active member of the Regina community as President of the Executive Association and the Regina Kinsman Club. He was a 32nd Degree Mason of the Scottish Rite and was an active member of the Wa Wa Shrine Temple. After many successful years of operation, the business was sold. He and Maxine moved to West Vancouver, BC in 1972 where they have enjoyed many years of active retirement. In retirement he was instrumental in organizing the North Shore Curling Club, was an active bowler with the West Vancouver Bowling Club and could be found on many of the lower mainland golf courses. Jack and Maxine winterized in Palm Desert where they shared many special memories with their family and friends. He is survived by his loving wife, Maxine, daughter Beverley (Barry), sons John (Catherine), Reid (Janice), his brother Hugh (Lois) of Regina, sister-in-law Barb Neil of Regina and seven wonderful grandchildren. Service of Remembrance will be held at West Vancouver United Church, 2062 Esquimalt Avenue, West Vancouver, BC, Thursday, May 11 at 2:00 pm with Reverend John Gouws officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your own choosing. HOLLYBURN FUNERAL HOME PHONE (604) 922-1221.
MERIAM - On Monday, May 8, 2000, MR. WILLIAM "FRANK" MERIAM, late of Pense, passed away peacefully at Parkside Extendicare in Regina. Funeral arrangements are pending and are entrusted to the Regina Funeral Home (789-8850).
MITRUSKY - ERNEST STEVEN "STEVE" of Lestock, Sk, age 81, passed away suddenly on Sunday May 7, 2000 at the Lestock Hospital. Steve was predeceased by his parents Steve and Ethel, sister Yolanda Graham and brother-in-law Leonard Graham, and niece Lisa Ermel. Steve will be sadly missed by his loving wife Helen; two sons; Ernest (Molly) and Ron; dear granddaughter Montana, sisters Ethel (Joe) Yanulik, and Irene (William) Ermel both of Cupar, nephews Dan Graham, Windsor, ON, Cpt Ross (Kim) Ermel, Moncton, NB, great nephews Justin and Christopher Ermel, and numerous cousins and their families, as well as friends and neighbors. The Funeral Mass will be held on Friday May 12, 2000 at 11:00A.M. in Mary Queen of all Hearts R.C. Church, Lestock, Sk with Rev. Wojciech Wojtkowiak Celebrant. Interment to follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Lestock, SK. Prayers will be held in the church on Thursday evening at 7:00 P.M. Flowers most gratefully declined, donations in remembrance may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Sask., 2360-2nd Ave, Regina, SK, S4R 1A6. Arrangements are entrusted to the Helmsing Funeral Chapel, Raymore and Regina, 1-800-900-1161. Lorne Palmer
Harvey SengerRenee Legrand
NEDERHOFF - On Sunday, May 7, 2000 MR. ORVILLE ALLEN NEDERHOFF, late of Rouleau, SK, passed away peacefully at Parkside Extendicare at the age of 81 years. Predecesased by his infant daughter Lorna; his parents; his brother Maurice in infancy; two sisters: Mira and Elinor Clarke; and two sons-in-law: Jack Sinclair and Clifford Jensen. Orville will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Hazel; his sons: David (Brenda) and Maurice (Joan); his daughters: Leona (Dale) Birley, Alice (Jack) Kopas, Elizabeth Sinclair and Trenna Jensen; seventeen grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren; his brother Milo; sister-in-law Gladys; two sisters: Norma Clarke and Marj Krauss; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. MEMORIAL SERVICE will be held on Wednesday, May 10, 2000 at 2:00 p.m. at the Regina Funeral Home, Hwy #1 East with Rev. Carolyn Argue officiating. Interment to follow at the Regina Memorial Gardens Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Orville's memory may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada, 150 Albert Street, Regina, SK, S4R 2N2. The family wishes to extend a special thank-you to the staff at Parkside Extendicare and especially to Rita Woolridge, Fran Perry and Lorraine Scott for their care and support. Arrangements are entrusted to the Regina Funeral Home (789-8850).
RHODES - Marjorie passed away May 5, 2000 at Pioneer Village at the age of 88 years. Born August 20, 1911, Birkenhead, England. Predeceased by her parents, sisters Sheila, Kath and brother Wally. She is survived by son Peter (Marilyn) and grandchildren Lisa, Deandra and great grandchild Kayla. Church prayers will be held by Rev. Patrick Tomalin on May 10, 2000 at 1:30 pm at St. James, 1105 Empress St. The family also express special thanks to 4 west staff at Pioneer Village for the excellent care, kindness and support for being there for Marjorie and being part of her family.
RICHARDSON - On Sunday, May 7, 2000, FRED MITCHELL RICHARDSON, late of Regina and formerly of Stoughton, passed away at the age of 83 years. Predeceased by his parents Herbert and Violet Richardson. Fred is survived by his loving wife Mary; son Allen (Theresa) Richardson; daughters: Carol (Don) Norman, Dianne Richardson and Judy (Darwyn) Peachey; grandchildren: Craig and Cristy Norman, and Eric and Sean Richardson; brother Harry Richardson; as well as several nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Fred farmed for many years in the Stoughton area. He was an active member of the Grace United Church, Stoughton, SK and an associate member of the Stoughton Legion and a member of the Stoughton Drop-In Centre. Fred was very devoted to his family and was active in the community. FUNERAL SERVICES will be held at the Grace United Church, Stoughton, SK at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 13, 2000 with Rev. Jann Sampson officiating. Interment to follow at Stoughton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donatio! ns in Fred's memory may be made to Grace United Church, Stoughton, SK. Arrangements are entrusted to the Regina Funeral Home (789-8850).
ROBERTSON - Charles (Chuck). Chuck passed away at the Victoria General Hospital on May 7, 2000, at the age of 74. Predeceased by his wife Rose Ann, brother Ernest, and grandson, Christopher Mark. He will be lovingly remembered by his son, Chuck (Lorna), daughter Shirley (Jim), grandchildren, Craig (Danielle), Corliss (Dean), Frazier, Kenny, and Scott. Sister, Joy (Shorty), brothers, Gordy, Roy (Joyce), Sister-in-law Shirley, and numerous nieces and nephews. Chuck was born in Dundee, Scotland. Immigrated to Canada at an early age. He moved to Regina, Sask. where he married and raised his two children. Chuck was a veteran of the World War II, and served with the Perth Regiment. In 1996 Chuck moved to Sooke, B.C. He was a long time serving member of the Royal Canadian Legion. He will be remembered by many friends of Branch #54, Sooke, B.C., Sooke Senior Activity Association, and Sooke Senior Branch #88. Memorial Services will be conducted by Padre: Joe Titus at the Sooke Legion Branch #54 on Thursday May 11, 2000, at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
TESSIER - MRS. COLETTE (nee LALONDE), late of Regina, SK, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 8, 2000, at the age of 66 years, after a courageous battle with cancer. She is now reunited with her father, J.D., her brother Denis, and her close friends in heaven. Colette's memory will be forever cherished by her loving husband Claude of 46 years; children: Pauline, Richard (Tanya) and Denise (Greg); grandchildren: Deanna, Brock, Jordan, Avril and the latest addition to the Tessier family, soon to arrive in June. Born the youngest of five children in St. Victor, SK, Colette will also be missed by her mother Berthe; sister Lucille (Mike) Cano; brothers: Gerald (Mary Ann) and Roger (Doreen); and sister-in-law Lorraine. Colette was Claude's life partner as well as a partner in the family business at Alsport Sales Ltd for 31 years. Colette was committed first as a mother to her children and husband, and then to her second family, those whom she served through the business. A MEMORIAL MASS will be held on Friday, May 12, 2000 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Martin's Roman Catholic Church, 4720 Castle Road, with Rev. Paul Dungan, Presider. An Interment for family and friends will be held at a later date at the Regina Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Those wishing may make donations in Colette's memory may do so to the Canadian Cancer Society, 1470 Wascana Street, S4T 4J5 or to the Palliative Care Unit at the Pasqua Hospital, 4101 Dewdney Avenue, S4T 1A5. Arrangements are entrusted to the Regina Funeral Home (789-8850).
WILKINSON - Mary McAulay passed away May 8, 2000 at Calgary, at the age of 63 years. Mary was a former member of First Presbyterian Church, Regina. She will be greatly missed by all who love her.
BRADLEY - Dorothy Beatrice Bradley, late of Manor, passed away Sunday, October 8, 2000 at the age of 91 years. Graveside Service will be held 3:00 p.m. Saturday, October 14, at the Manor Cemetery, with the Reverend Dianne Astle officiating. Arrangements are in care of the Orsted Funeral Home (Carlyle)
DIELSCHNEIDER, Leanne Gay - It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Leanne on Monday, October 9th, 2000 at the age of 35 years, following a courageous battle with cancer. Predeceased by her grandparents, she is survived by her husband Dan; her son Jared; parents Fred and Betty Urquhart; sisters: Joanne (Bernie) Bandur, Heather (Ian) Carmichael, Patti (John) May and their families. Leanne also leaves her beloved animals: Cal, Nikita and Bentley. Her love of life and her family will always be cherished by us all. Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 12th, 2000 from 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. in Speers Funeral Chapel. Funeral Service will be held on Friday, October 13, 2000 at 1:30 p.m. in Speers Funeral Chapel, 2136 College Ave., Regina with Rev. Lori Erhardt officiating. Interment in Riverside Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pasqua Hospital - Friends of 3D, 4101 Dewdney Ave., Regina S4T 1A5 or in trust to her son, Jared c/o Royal Bank, 2441 - 7th Ave. N., Regina S4R 0K4, Attn: Michael Hoffart. Arrangements in care of Speers Funeral Chapel and Crematorium Services.
FAUL - It is with sadness that we an nounce the passing of our father and grandfather, JOHN JOSEPH FAUL, on Tuesday, October 10, 2000, at the age of 89 years, with his family at his side. He was predeceased by his brother Steve and sister Ann Van Danacker. John will be lovingly remembered by Ann, his wife of 63 years; children: Roger (Mary) and Diane (Jerry); grandchildren: Debbie (Mark), Kelly, Brent, Dana (Kelly), Brad, Crystal (Craig) and Jason (Jackie); eight great grandchildren and one sister Kate Miller; as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. A Celebration of John's life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, October 13, 2000 at Lee Funeral Home, 3101 Dewdney Ave., Regina, SK with Rev. J. Nabywaniec, officiating. Interment of cremated remains will be held at a later date at the Carmel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those so wishing may make memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan, 301-2550 12th Ave, Regina, SK, S4P 3X1.
Arrangements are in the care of LEE FUNERAL HOME 757-8645
