Category Archives: Craik

Local Knights of Columbus dive wheelchairs to Craik health centre

Merry Christmas came early for Craik and District Health Centre, pictured is Larry Packet, Grand Knight of Council 5384 Davidson, and Nick Anton, secretary, presenting three wheel chairs on behalf of the Knights of Columbus. On behalf of the Health Centre, Cathy Hinther and Arlene Schneider graciously received the chairs. These chairs are a result of the Knights of Columbus annual charity appeal ticket sales profit, which in turn enhances the well being of our communities

Vibert, Roy

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Roy Edward Vibert, who left us peacefully surrounded by family and special friends on November 24, 2018 at the age of 88.

Roy Edward Vibert was born on August 29, 1930 in Davidson, Sask. to Edward and Irene Vibert.

He took his schooling in Craik, Sask., elementary and high school, excelling in every grade.

After graduation he began his lifetime work at Craik hardware. He attended Kelsey in Saskatoon and became a renowned first class tinsmith and heating person. In 1975 he purchased the business Brake and Bella Howarth and became sole owner until 1985 when he sold to Aaron and Theresa Obrigewitsch and became semi-retired. He was always on call 24/7 and was the source of some teasing from his family about what nice lady had dropped the goodies off, which he greatly appreciated.

Roy was a good athlete in his younger years and participated in many sports including baseball, curling and golf. There are many trophies to attest to the same.

Roy was greatly respected by all who knew him.

Roy fulfilled every obligation he ever undertook. His word was his bond and everyone knew it. He never uttered a bad word about anyone. From his education to his career, Roy was self-made and self-reliant. He was a proud, hardworking man—a true gentleman. He never hesitated to help anyone.

He received the Craik Citizen of the Year award in 1985.

He also received a clock and plaque as recognition for his time spent at the Craik Museum. Roy spent countless hours at the Craik Museum doing yard work or anything that needed to be attended to.

Roy was the happiest when he was working in his garden or creating his wooden projects. He would donate a wagon that he had made to be raffled yearly, proceeds going to the Craik Museum. Many residents of Craik enjoyed the bounty from his garden!

Roy was a devoted son and made sure that his mother had everything she needed, which allowed her to stay in her home.

He was predeceased by his parents Edward and Irene Vibert, his sister Shirley Christensen and his brother-in-law Charles Abbs. Roy is survived by his sister Audrey Abbs, his niece Donna Musselman (Melvin), his nephew David Abbs, his great-niece Cierra Brittain, his brother-in-law Bill Christensen and his special friends Aaron and Theresa Obrigewitsch and Barb Wright.

Following Roy’s wishes, a private family interment will be held at a later date. Donations may be made to the Craik Museum.

The family extends heartfelt thanks for the professional and compassionate care he received at the Davidson Health Centre and the Royal University Hospital.

“There will come a time when a memory will bring a smile to our lips before it brings the tears to our eyes.” J. Biden

Archibald, Alma Jean “Jean”

October 28, 1928 – October 14, 2018

Jean Archibald (nee Thomson) of Craik, Sask. passed away surrounded by her loving family on October 14, 2018. Jean was predeceased by her husband of 62 years, Eldon, in 2010; granddaughter Carla Mohr in 2012 and son-in-law Doug Wolfe in 2018.

Jean is survived by her 8 children: Janice Wolfe, Shirley (Eugene) Mohr, Brenda (Adrian) Schindel, June (Kevin) Tallentire, Cathy (Wade) Hassett, Heather (Randy) Schwabe, Bev (Terry) Reich and Jim (Anne) Archibald. Jean was blessed with 23 grandchildren, 44 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandson. She is also survived by sister Irene (Bill) Shields and brother Gordon Thomson.

Jean’s greatest love in life was her husband Eldon and all her family. She absolutely loved the annual family camping get-togethers, always had a pot of coffee on with some kind of baking for never-ending visitors and the Jok-R-Ummy cards shuffled and ready to go. She will be greatly missed. There will be a private family service at Jean’s request.

For those so wishing, memorial donations in memory of Jean may be directed to the Craik & District Memorial Fund. Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson in care of arrangements.

Schollar, Glen

The family of Glen Schollar announces his passing at the Davidson Health Centre on August 23, 2018. Glen was born on the family farm near Craik, Sask. on March 23, 1930, one of six children born to Arthur and Ethel Schollar.

Glen was raised by his parents to work hard and to help others—values he lived by for his entire life. Family was also a very important part of Glen’s life. He loved family reunions, Schollar Lunch or just visiting at the house.

Glen is survived by his wife Eleanor, by their children Mike (Diane), Blair (Sue), Garth (Dianne) and Donna (Rick); by grandchildren Christopher (Ashlyn), Justyn (Mandi), Shireen, Colton (Miranda), Kayla (Darcy) and Shane and by great-grandchildren Hayden, Rail, Rory, Milo, Emmett, Madison and Emmett.

A graveside service was held at the Craik Cemetery on Monday, August 27, 2018. A memorial reception followed at the Davidson United Church.

Arrangements were entrusted to Hanson’s Funeral Home, Davidson.

Work begins to restore Craik’s drinking water

 

Four, brand new pressurized vessels arrived in Craik last Thursday. They will be installed as part of the new water treatment system.

CRAIK—The long-anticipated upgrades to Craik’s water plant have begun.

Work to install a new water treatment system, a sapphire integrated biological reverse-osmosis membrane (SIBROM), began Aug. 27.

Craik will continue drawing water from the intake at the Arm River dam east of town.

Divers will be out there this week to upgrade the intake screen. This project is intended to allow the community to draw water without as much risk of floor bed silt entering the system, says Craik’s water plant operator Kevin Gilby.

Black and MacDonald has been contracted to do the mechanical and electrical side of the upgrade. Last week they removed half of the existing sand filters in the treatment plant.

Because the process creates more demand on the remaining filters, Gilby said, the work was scheduled to start after summer when peak water use tapers off.

At present, 25 per cent of the Mainstream system is off-line as it is being partially decommissioned.

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