1919 – 2020

Mary Reich passed away on Aug. 9, 2020, 3 days short of her 101st birthday.

She was born in Burough Green, Wrotham, England on Aug. 12, 1919 to Thomas and Isabella Crowhurst. When she was 6 years old the family came to Canada and settled in Grand Coulee.

After attending Normal School and teaching in country schools, she married Chris Reich in 1940 and they lived on a farm East of Craik.

Mary was predeceased by her parents, husband Chris, oldest son Don, brothers Tom (Olive), Roly (Lorna), Harold (Bea) and sister-in-law Lin (Currie) Seeley. She will be lovingly remembered by her children: Ken, Lynn (Doug McIvor), Terry (Bev), Rick (Lorraine). Also, her 9 grandchildren: Steve (Denise) Reich, Cara (Joel) McKenzie, Dan (Marcia) McIvor, Russ (Marlo) McIvor, Phil (Emily) McIvor, Angela (Jason) Kemp, Jeremy (Marcie) Reich, Jonathan (Amanda) Reich, Cameron (Jessica) Reich, 16 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great- grandchildren.

A private family memorial was held in Craik. Arrangements entrusted to Hanson’s Funeral Home.

1946 – 2020

It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of James Leslie Vibert on June 30, 2020.

He was predeceased by his parents Oliver (OW) and Dorothy and brother Larry. Jim will be sadly missed by his wife Carol, son JJ (Andrea) grandsons Joel and Cody and son Scott (Amber) and
granddaughters Holly and Brooke. Jim is survived by his sister Sharon Bakken and Jane Vibert as well as numerous nieces and
nephews.

Jim was born on Feb 15, 1946 in Craik. He farmed from 1963 until his retirement in 2012. Jim took great delight in his winters in Florida. Jim was a quiet man who enjoyed his family. His greatest pride and joy were his sons and grandchildren. He looked forward to his family and friends visiting in Florida.

A graveside service and interment was held on July 07, 2020 at the Craik Cemetery. If you wish donations may be made to the charity of your choice.

Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson in care of arrangements.

May 1, 1948 – June 24, 2020

Ron, age 72, passed away on June 24, 2020 at the family farm surrounded by family.

Ron is lovingly remembered by his children, Ryan (Amanda) Glubis, Allan (Barb) Glubis, Darelle (Jay) Church, Lesley Glubis, Lynsey (Jim) Glubis; their 12 grandchildren, Nicole, Kaitlyn, Alyssa, Kyla, Jake, Luke, Dylan, Ashton, Samantha, Jorja, Eric and Lily; and 1 great granddaughter, Chayce. He is predeceased by his wife Jean Glubis; parents, Jerry and Katherine Glubis; parents-in-law, William and Candace Turnbull; his grandson, Parker Glubis.

At Ron’s request, a private family Celebration of Life will be held at the family farm.

Arrangements by Outlook Funeral Chapel.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Agnes on Sunday June 14, 2020 at the age of 96 at the Craik Health Centre where she had resided since 2016.

Agnes Louise (Purves) Faul was born March 27, 1924 in Saskatoon to Marguerite & George Purves. She grew up on the family farm west of Craik with her 6 brothers & sisters and attended the Holmsdale School. In 1944 she moved to Calgary and worked in a laundry and the National Bakery. In January of 1946 she married George Faul in Belleville, ON.  A son Wayne Douglas was born in Calgary on March 21, 1952. In March of 1954 they returned to Craik to assist Dad Purves, who was in failing health, with the farm. In 1960 they purchased the Kemsley farm where a new home was built in 1966. Agnes was very involved in activities in the area, belonging to the Craik United Church, Sweet Adelines, and Birthday Club. Her yard and garden were a masterpiece. She loved to crochet and had many doilies. Even after George’s passing she remained on the farm for 13 years until no longer possible. She moved to Mulberry Estates in Moose Jaw where she resided for 6 years until it was necessary to go into the Craik Regional Health Centre where she resided for 4 years until her passing.

Agnes was predeceased by her parents George & Marguerite Purves, her husband George in 1993, brothers Edward (Evelyn) Purves, Ken (Martina) Purves, sisters Joey (Andy) McCall, Sister Margaret, and Bernice (Bunny) John Stulberg.  Agnes is survived by her brother John (Mary Ann) Purves, also her beloved nieces and nephews Joan Brooks, Doris (Glen) Dieno, Todd (Soraya) Purves, Tanya (Craig) McLaughlin, Diane (Bill) Stevenson, Sharon (Matthew)
Bruce, Brian (Sandi) Purves, Glen (Marla) Purves, Marlene Purves, Irene Purves and many great nieces and nephews.

Cremation has taken place. Due to Covid-19 a memorial service will be planned at a later date. If desired memorial contributions to the Craik and District Health Centre or the Craik Cemetery Fund would be sincerely appreciated by the family. Thank you to Hanson’s Funeral Home for taking care of arrangements.  A huge thank you to Staff at Craik Regional Health Centre for the excellent care over the years. We are extremely grateful to Jane Ward and Sharon & Ralph
Schollar for their friendships and many visits and assistance in taking care of Agnes’ needs in the past years. Your visits meant a lot to her and her family appreciates all that you have done. We are happy that you were able to have outdoor visits with her the week before her passing!

1932 – 2020

Alma Bennett of Davidson SK passed away Monday June 22, 2020.

At Alma’s request no memorial or funeral service will be held.

Memorial donations in memory of Alma may be directed to the Davidson Health Trust Fund (cheques payable to the Town of Davidson) or to a charity of choice.

Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson in care of arrangements.

April 27, 1925 – June 24, 2020

Justina (Rempel) Morrison passed away peacefully on June 24, 2020 in the Davidson Health Centre at the age of 95.

She was predeceased by her first husband, Andre LePoudre (1954) and is survived by their children Wayne Morrison (Karen) and Wendy Morrow (Roger). She was predeceased by her second husband Jack Morrison (2007) and survived by their children Les
(Gail), Reid (Melanie), and Monica (Les). She was also predeceased by her daughter-in-law Debby, her siblings Bill, Henry, Frank and Kay Klassen as well as many in-laws.

She will be lovingly remembered by her children along with Bruce Rempel (Cheryl); her grandchildren Kara, Jan (Stacey), Jessica, Michael, Angie (Jim), Stacey, Derek (Christina), Brett, Kylie, Johnny, David (Lauren), Zachary and Alana (Chris); her great-grandchildren Breanne, Erica, Christopher, Stajan, Jax, Jade, Taylor, Benjamin, Justine and Ella. She is also survived by her sisters Marion Schweigert (John), Rita Dixon and brothers John (Stella) and Jake; sisters-in-law Sue Rempel, Leona Morrison and Elsie Morrison; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and their families.

Justina was born in Ekaterinowka, Ignatjew, Russia and emigrated to Canada as a baby settling with her parents Maria (Bueckert) and Henry Rempel in the Davidson area. Jack and Justina were married October 10, 1956 and farmed in the Davidson area until 1978 when they moved to Saskatoon where they were both employed and later retired. Justina was a 4-H leader for many years, enjoyed sewing, gardening, the Ladies Aid Group and following her kids and grandkids activities wherever they would take them. She loved her blended family gatherings and welcomed everyone.

A private family grave-side memorial will be held at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens on June 27. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hillcrestmemorial.ca

Arrangements entrusted to Jamie Rugg, Hillcrest Funeral Home, 306-477-4400.