Hilda Ann Manz
October 11, 1957 to February 4, 2013

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Hilda. Suddenly, but peacefully, she passed away in her Davidson home.

Hilda started her schooling in Girvin and graduated from Davidson High School. She attended STI at Moose Jaw for one year, then commenced employment with the Royal Bank at Craik. From there she worked in various communities, ending up in Regina.

She retired from the Royal Bank, moving to Saskatoon with family. She kept busy with volunteer work at the Heart and Stroke foundation and Canadian Mental Health Association.

Davidson was her next move, where she enjoyed being involved in the community, church, volunteer work and caring for her mother.

Hilda was predeceased by her parents, Martin and Shirley Manz.

Left to mourn are Owen, Justin and Jessica Manz, and her aunts and uncles, John and Nola Manz, Joan Manz, Joe Arend, Annie Bearss and Audrey Byrd, as well as many cousins and friends.

Hilda touched the hearts of many and would greet everyone with a smile, wave and always a chat.

She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.

A service of remembrance will be held on Tuesday, February 26 at 2:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Davidson, with Pastor Ron Bestvater (Lutheran) presiding.

Hanson’s funeral home of Davidson in care of arrangements.

Joan Marie Schmit July 15, 1928 to February 12, 2013

The family of Joan are saddened to announce her passing Tuesday, February 12, 2013 in Nanaimo, B.C. Joan was born in Winnipeg, MB and grew up in Vancouver, BC. She married William E Schmit in June of 1950 and began her life on the farm in Saskatchewan. She was kept busy with the farm, raising six children and volunteering with the school board and swimming pool. Upon Bill’s passing in 1991, Joan moved back to the coast residing at Qualicum Beach on Vancouver Island. Here she was able to renew and strengthen friendships with school girl chums. Joan was predeceased by her mother and father Harold and Alice Craig; brother Bill Craig; and husband Bill Schmit. She and Bill leave a legacy in their children Craig Schmit, Morinville, AB; Michael Schmit (Margaret), Regina, SK; Tracy Schmit Schnurr (Doug), Victoria, BC; Doris Colson (Barry) Emerald Lake, SK; Lisa Schmit (Grant) Shaunavon, SK; Mark Schmit (Monica), Chilliwack, BC; grandchildren Stacey, Shannon, Stephanie, Darrell, Ashley, Brittany and Dylan and great grandchildren Brett, Tre, Deegan and Leah. Interment to take place in Davidson Cemetery at a later date. Memorial donations can be made to the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital in memo designate Palliative Care or Davidson Swimming Pool – Town of Davidson Box 340 Davidson, SK S0G 1A0

Stephens
Brian Charles
Brian Stephens, aged 86 years, passed away peacefully at Regina General Hospital on Monday, February 11, 2013.
Brian was born January 10, 1927 to Reginald and Blanche Stephens on the family farm in Norbury, Sask. He was the fourth of five children: Roy, Ed, Mary, Brian and Miles. He met the love of his life, Doris, and after two years of courtship they were married (1954) followed by the birth of their three sons Don, Dan and Rob. Brian farmed until entering the business world as a grain buyer (1965) beginning in Bapaume, Sask. Brian and Doris then transferred to Imperial in 1969 with three energetic boys and a big, white dog. He and Doris raised their children in Imperial until his death, where Doris still resides. He pursued his profession with passion and gusto until retirement in 1991. Through Brian’s life he was known as the local farmers’ “veterinarian service” and nurtured back to health many a horse and livestock. This became his natural calling. After retirement Brian became involved in raising registered American Quarter Horses; the herd grew to as many as 30. He became the supervisor of the Davidson Beef producers from 1992 to 2009. His passion was “Dori”, his family, horses, livestock sales and rodeos. Brian was known for his quiet strength and sharp wit; he always loved a good laugh and he was wise and a man of great integrity. Dori has always said, “Brian was always a farmer and a country boy”. His final hours were spent surrounded by his family, his unwavering wit ever present for story telling and laughs, until he slipped away.
Brian is survived by his wife of 58 years, Doris and three sons Don (Christine), Dan (Rosanne), Rob (Catherine); eight grandchildren Chad (Jenn), Rachelle (Connor), Chris (Erin), Jennifer (Chad), Chelce (Pat), Landon (Saila), Joel (Araby), Tanner (Carly); four great-grandchildren Morgan, Dalton, Anna, Emma; sister Mary and brother Miles (Jean) and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents Reginald and Blanche and brothers Roy and Ed.
A memorial tea was held at Imperial Community Centre on February 15 conducted by Rev. Jack Robson.
Honourary pallbearers were all his family and friends. John and Deanna Hignett were register attendants. Ushers we David Hill and Vivian Hill. Jenn McCrae and Wendy Remoue gave the eulogy.
Brian’s ashes were laid to rest in the Imperial Cemetery during a private family graveside service held earlier in the day.
To leave on-line condolences, tributes or to make a donation, please visit www.fotheringham-mcdougall.com

Walker, Darlene Sandra

May 20, 1948 – February 10, 2013

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and dear friend to many.

Surrounded by her family, Darlene passed away peacefully after a short battle with cancer. Darlene and Wayne were married on March 19, 1966 and made their home in Hanley. Darlene worked as an administrator for the R.M. of Rosedale for 36 years, retiring in 2009.

Darlene was active in her community, auditing books for many different organizations. She enjoyed gardening, coffee with friends and playing cards with her grandchildren. She was a great baker and anyone fortunate enough to have tasted her homemade buns can attest to this! She also enjoyed “road trips” going to the farm at Hawarden to “check the crops”.

Darlene was predeceased by her parents and father-in-law. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband Wayne, her loving children Tracy (Tod) and Trent (Christine). She was a proud grandmother to Alix, Austin, Brandon, Nicholas and Tyler.

She will be dearly missed by her sisters Darcia MacGillivray (Bill – deceased), Valerie Persoage (Randy), Lorna Swanson (Bill) and Connie Chuley (Garth). She will also be missed by her mother-in-law Gwen Walker, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other family members and friends.

At Darlene’s request a private family service was held. A time of lunch and fellowship took place at the Hanley Community Hall at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Interment to follow at a later date.

For friends so wishing, memorial donations in memory of Darlene may be directed to the Hanley United Church or the Hanley Centennial Hall Fund.

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

Milne
Cecil Alexander Milne of Craik, Sask. (formerly of Aylesbury, Sask.) passed away peacefully on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2013 at the Regina General Hospital, Regina, Sask.
Cecil is survived by his loving family: wife Pearl; son Wayne (Liz) and their family, Cari (Ryan) MacDonald and family Ashlin, Kayla and Logan; daughter Sherry (Arnold) Thalgott and their family Tonya (Byron) Francis and family MacKenzie, Taylor and Richelle (Mark) Fallis and family Rylen plus one; sisters Edna White and Marie Kuaz; sister-in-law Mildred Ackerman and brother- and sister-in-law Ron (Beda) Reich; also nieces, nephews and other family members. Funeral services are pending. A complete announcement will be placed in a future edition.

Taylor
Jean Lillian (nee Low)
Jean Taylor, aged 87 years, passed away peacefully at St. Paul’s Hospital, Saskatoon on Monday, December 31, 2012.
Jean was born on her uncle Ernie Baird’s farm near Hawarden in October 1925. She attended Chatham School. Jean married George Crawford of the Farrerdale district in 1945 where they farmed for 15 years and raised six children: Murray, Louie, Linty, Hughie, Ressa and Owen. In 1960 they were divorced and she moved to Saskatoon and married Leslie Taylor where they raised three children: Shelly, Marlene and Gordie. In 1970 her oldest son Murray was killed in a car accident along with four others. Jean was first and last a homemaker. Her family was most important to her. She gardened, sewed, baked bread, bandaged cuts and spirits. Jean and Les have always had an open door to family and friends.
Jean is lovingly remembered by her husband of 51 years, Les; eight children: Louise (Ray) Vanthuyne; Linty (Veronica) Crawford; Hugh (Janet) Crawford; Ressa (Kris) Noah; Owen (Diane) Crawford; Shelley (Jamie) Gray; Marlene (Rob Wright) Taylor; Gord (Renee Lemieux) Taylor; 18 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren: Jodi (Russ) Guerin and Tucker Nollski; Travis (Nicole) and Elise Vanthuyne; Patrick (Julie) Bouchard and Austin; Maurice (Sandra) Leif and Ava Bouchard; Danella (Derek) and Lily Moyen; Jeremy Crawford; Rhonda (Ryan) Jace, Jensen and Trey Kelly; George (Megan Callan) Crawford; Trent Crawford; Kalyn (Kenny) Geisler; Christina (Tyler) Makenna and Jaxton Smith; Coral, Shay and Ariel Crawford; Riley and Brie Gray; Kirsten and Danika Taylor and a large extended family.
She was predeceased by her parents Alex and Ella Low; son Murray Crawford; brother Willie Low; brothers-in law Gordon Crawford and Howard Moore; sister-in-law Shirley Crawford and brothers-in-law Lorne Taylor and Roy McCallum.
Memorial service was held at Simpson Community Centre on January 5 conducted by Rev. Deborah Smith.
Urnbearer was Trent Crawford. Murray and Ethel Taylor were register attendants. Ushers were Dean Taylor and Stuart Morrison. Jodi Nollski was the reader and eulogy was given by Linty Crawford. Soloist Megan Callan was accompanied by guitarist George Crawford. Soloist Gloria Morrison with Lil Gingrich as pianist was accompanied by Simpson Community Choir.
Interment will take place at Simpson Cemetery at a later date.
Memorial donations directed to Kidney Foundation of Canada or Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated.
Fotheringham-McDougall Funeral Service of Watrous and Nokomis was in care of arrangements.