In Celebration of her Life….

 

It is with sadness that we announce the death of Nettie Dahl of Davidson on October 4, 2012 at the age of 91.

Nettie was born in Russia on May 23, 1921, to John and Anna Dahl. The family came to Canada in 1925 to Main Centre area and later started farming west of Davidson.

Nettie received her education in the Rosemae country school east of Elbow. In July, 1939, Nettie accepted Christ as her personal Savior while she was at a Bible camp and following that decision, she attended Bethany Bible Institute for one year. After a short time of employment in Saskatoon, she returned to the family farm. For most of her years, she lived on the farm and helped her parents and then her brother John with farming duties. She loved flowers and took pride in growing a vegetable garden, mostly known for her tomatoes and strawberries. With her brother John, they later moved into Davidson.

Nettie was known for her love for the Lord and was a living example to all she met. Her heart was dedicated to His word. Acts 20: 35 “It is more blessed to give than to receive”.

Come and journey through some memories

In the garden of Nettie’s years,

Where many seeds were planted

Bearing fruit that is so dear.

 

The precious seeds of Godliness

Were planted in her heart.

They multiplied to bear much fruit

Of which we are a part.

 

 

She planted seeds of generosity

And shared right from her heart,

Giving to the camps and Bible schools

And to the church she was a part.

 

She planted seeds of love and care

I still see in my mind’s eye,

Her special touch with little ones

To make them smile, and not cry.

 

She even care for babies

Who lived far across the sea

By sewing hundreds of layettes

That were sent out by MCC.

 

She planted seeds of family

As a sister and an aunt,

We loved to come to the home farm

Great memories we did plant.

 

Nettie peeled all of the garlic

The pickle jars she did stuff,

She joined the canning and the butchering

Until she’d had enough.

 

Her cabbage rolls, our favourite

With mashed potatoes and gravy too

But nothing like dessert to come

Angel food, ice cream and strawberries too.

 

Her garden is surrounded

By her diligence in prayer,

Her desire to obey the Lord

And His love to share.

 

The garden of Nettie’s life

Has come to finally close,

And yet the seeds have bore the fruit

So, on and on it grows.

 

This legacy that we’ve been left

Was lived out in God’s name

A faithful servant she truly was

Lord help us all to do the same.

 

Nettie was predeceased by her parents, John and Anna Dahl, her brother John and sister Susan (George) Bahnman, sister-in-law Helen Dahl and brother-in-law Wilfred Doell.  She is survived by brothers Jacob, Peter (Annie) and Daniel (Katherine) Dahl, sisters Lena Doell and Anne Dahl and many nieces and nephews.

A service, in celebration of Nettie Dahl’s life, was held Thursday, October 11, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at the Catholic Church in Davidson, Sask. The service was led by Ken Muirhead and Dennis Brucks. Interment in the family plot was at Elbow Community Cemetery.

Donations in memory of Nettie Dahl were donated to Dallas Valley Ranch Camp, Box 779, Lumsden, Sask.  S0G 3C0.

We will surely miss her deeply…..

her families and many friends.

Sampson

Georgina Sampson passed away peacefully in Saskatoon on Thursday, September 20, 2012 at the age of 93.

She was predeceased by her loving husband Kenneth and infant daughter Karen. Georgina is survived by her loving family: son Norm (Lynne), daughter Tress (Monte), grandchildren and great-grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and other family members.

The service of remembrance will be held at the Davidson United Church on October 9, 2012 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Diane Eurig officiating.

Interment will be in the family plot, Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, Saskatoon, Sask. at a later date.

For friends so wishing memorials in memory of Georgina may be directed to any of the donor’s choice charities (see listed at service).

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

Frederick Charles McAlaster

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Fred on Tuesday, October 2, 2012 at the Davidson Health Care Centre at the age of 94 years.

Fred was predeceased by his parents Hector and Henrietta, his loving wife Verna May and son-in-law Randy Lorencz. Fred is survived by his loving family: sons Fred (Betty Ann) Hawman and family; Grant (Barb) Hawman and family, Joshua and Nicole; Paul (Denise) Hawman and family Joelle and Brittany; son Blain (Eunice) McAlaster and family, Lisa and Ryan Twa and daughter Gabrielle; daughter Sharon Lorencz and family Jason (Lindsay) Lorencz and Cole; Melody (Daryl) Hubich and Rhyen; Travis (Stephanie) Lorencz and family Hayden, Taylor, Skyler Lorencz and Taunya; brothers Sandy and Pat; sisters Florence, Marion, Jean and Evelyn; also numerous nieces, nephews and sisters-in-law.

The celebration of Fred’s life funeral service will be held at the Kisbey United Church, Kisbey, Sask. on Wednesday, October 10, 2012 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Michael William officiating.

Interment in the family plot, Percy Cemetery, Kisbey, Sask.

For friends so wishing, memorials in memory of Fred may be directed to the Saskatchewan Children’s Hospital, Saskatoon, Sask.

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

A memorial service will be held for Fred on Friday, October 12, 2012 at 2 p.m. from the Davidson United Church, Davidson, Sask. with Rev. Diane Eurig officiating.

Peters

Edward Peters (83) of Hanley, Saskatchewan, met death with grace in his home on Wednesday, August 29, 2012. Edward was born on a farm west of Hanley to Nickolai and Sarah Peters in 1929. He loved the farm life, engaging in it fully and creatively. In 1954, Edward married the love of his life, Margaret Koop of Pleasant Point, near Dundurn and together they raised four children. Edward cherished his family, his church and his community and was generous and thoughtful of the needs of those around him.  He was a strong and gentle man who loved music and nature, and had an open-minded and boundless curiosity about the world around him. The loss of his eldest son, Douglas, in 2008 who farmed with him, was a terrible blow to Ed and his family and prompted his retirement from farming and their move into the town of Hanley.

Edward is predeceased by his parents Nikolai and Sarah; his brothers Nick and Henry; Henry’s wife Frieda and his son Douglas. He is deeply mourned and sorely missed by his wife Margaret; son William and wife Virginia (nee Sapsford) of Perdue; daughter Marilyn and husband Bob Gregory of Hanley; daughter Margaret of Saskatoon; grandchildren, Malcolm Peters and partner Jennifer Wist of Saskatoon; Tiffany Peters and friend Regan Schlacter of Saskatoon and Humboldt; Ryan and Sally Gregory (and great-grandson Evan) of Ariss, Ontario; Sean and Makiko Gregory (and great-grandson Julian) of Osaka, Japan; and sister Ella and husband Helmute Dueck of High River, Alberta.

The funeral service was held at the Hanley Community Centre on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. followed by the interment at the Hanley Mennonite Church Cemetery.

As Ed believed in the potential of young people, the family has established a student scholarship fund in Ed’s name. Donations can be made to the Ed Peters Memorial Fund (at the Royal Bank). Arrangements are in care of the Outlook Funeral Chapel 867-8255.

The family would like to thank the many friends and relatives who have given their support and comfort in so many ways.

Barrie R. “Duke” Storey 1928 – 2012

The local family of Barrie “Duke” Storey regrets to announce the passing of Barrie on September 15, 2012 in Calgary, Alta. Barrie was born on the farm east of Girvin to Andrew and Eleanor Storey on December 19, 1928. His family included brothers Lorne Storey (Dorothy), Randy Storey (Irene) and sisters Lois Podratz (George) and Milan Puckett (Danny). Barrie married Bonnie McCosh also of Girvin. They farmed on the family farm until moving to Calgary around 1970 where Barrie began a career in the oil industry. Barrie and Bonnie were blessed with two daughters, Lynn and Lorraine, who both live in the Calgary area. Left to mourn Barrie’s loss are his wife Bonnie; daughters Lynn and Lorraine, all of Calgary; brother Randy (Irene) of Regina and sisters Milan Puckett of Davidson and Lois Podratz of Saskatoon. Barrie was predeceased by his parents Andrew and Nellie Storey; brother Lorne Storey and brothers-in-law Danny Puckett and George Podratz. Of course, Barrie was better known by his nickname Duke. He was a man well-known in the Girvin area for his good humour and ability to tell a good story. Duke was a big part of the golden age of the Girvin community. His personality brought gatherings of the Girvin community to life. We will all miss him. For all those who shared in Barrie’s life, a brief memorial service in celebration of Barrie’s life will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, September 30, 2012 at the Davidson Seniors’ Centre. A coffee and dessert social will follow. Barrie’s nephew, Clark Puckett, will lead the service. May God bless Barrie, the “Duke” of Girvin.

Sampson, Georgina

 

Georgina passed away peacefully in Saskatoon on Thursday September 20 at the age of 93. She is predeceased by her husband Ken and is survived by son Norm (Lynne), daughter Tress (Monte), grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Funeral services are pending. Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson in care of arrangements.