Davidson

RCMP seek help solving thefts from area businesses

Local RCMP detachments need the public’s help to solve recent property crimes in the region.

On May 10, a truck was stolen from Loreburn, reported Sgt. Mark Langager of the Outlook/Elbow RCMP detachment. The truck has since been recovered in Prince Albert.

On May 9, Outlook/Elbow RCMP received a report of the theft of several car batteries from the Central Butte Co-op.

If anyone has information about these crimes, they are asked to contact the Outlook/Elbow RCMP or their local RCMP detachment.

Scrap metal theft

Craik RCMP are investigating the theft of metal from the Davidson NAPA yard.

Sometime between 5 p.m. May 10 and 6:30 a.m. May 11, Scrap metal including radiators and air-to-air exchangers were stolen from the NAPA yard. Clayton Schilling, owner of NAPA, said the thieves came back last Tuesday night (May 15) and stole the remainder of the material that they didn’t take the first time around. The stolen metal is big, so mostly likely the suspects loaded the items into a truck. Const. Kam Hay of the Craik RCMP reported that scrap metal thefts are becoming more common in recent years due to the increased value of metal.

If anyone has information about this or other crimes, they may contact Craik RCMP at 306-734-5200 or Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Davidson

Davidson town council approves $2.6-million budget

DAVIDSON—Property taxes remain unchanged as does much of the Town of Davidson’s 2018 budget when compared with last year’s plan.

On May 3 town council approved the $2.6 million operating budget, which contains a small surplus of $14,698.

Mill rates are staying the same as 2017, so municipal property taxes will generate about $1.4 million, about the same as last year.

Administrator Gary Edom said the town has budgeted some money for pavement for Davidson streets. Council has earmarked $200,000 towards repaving projects. In 2017, the town spent $245,423 on asphalt. It has also set aside $75,000 to reline a couple of blocks of sewer mains.

Other expenses of note include money for upgrades to the lounge at the AGT Centre and for renovations to the fitness centre.

At $829,400, recreation and cultural services is the greatest expense in the town’s budget. This is less than the $906,444 spent in 2017, largely due to the repayment of the new swimming pool loan.

The town spent less than half of what it anticipated on snow removal last year. It budgeted $19,200, but due to the lack of snow, spent only $7,858. For 2018, the town is budgeting $15,500 for snow removal.

Obituary

Brkich, Anne

BRKICH, Anne passed away peacefully at the age of 94 on December 27, 2017, at Misericordia Hospital, Edmonton, AB after a short illness. Anne was born and raised on a farm near Bladworth. She resided in Edmonton, Alberta for many years but always considered Bladworth and Kenaston as home. She was predeceased by her parents, Jacob and Frances (Zdunich) Brkich, sisters Matilda Brehm and Pauline Webster, brothers Joseph and John, sister-in-law Doris Brkich, brothers-in-law Michael Brehm, Hugh Sheppard and Harvie Webster. Anne is remembered and missed by her sisters Elizabeth Sheppard, Theresa (Barry) Tether, Vera Bencze and Rita (Terry) Anderson and numerous nieces and nephews. Anne’s strong and unwavering Catholic faith was an inspiration for many. She will be lovingly remembered for her kindness and generosity. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 26 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Roman Catholic Church, Kenaston. Interment Kenaston Catholic Cemetery. Arrangements in care of Hanson’s Funeral Home. Flowers gratefully declined.

Obituary

NIZINKEVICH, DOROTHY

November 10, 1928 – May 10, 2018

It is with deep sadness that the family of Dorothy Nizinkevich (nee Falkingham) announces her peaceful passing on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at the age of 89, with her loving family at her side. Dorothy was born on November 10, 1928 on a farm near Kenaston. Left to mourn her passing are her devoted husband of 65 years, Joseph; their three children, Doug (Noreen) Nizinkevich, Roger (Wynne) Nizinkevich and Brenda (Greg) Lightfoot; grandchildren Rachel (Justin) and great-granddaughter Jayla Brewer, Shane Nizinkevich (Andy), Janaye (Tony) Chubb, and Tyler Lightfoot. Dorothy loved baking, gardening, crocheting, playing cards, visiting with friends and especially spending time with her family. She was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Dorothy will truly be missed by those who have had the pleasure of knowing her. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 15, 2018, at Holy Spirit Roman Catholic Church (114 Kingsmere Place, Saskatoon). For those wishing, memorial donations in memory of Dorothy may be made to the S.P.C.A. (5028 Clarence Ave. S, Grasswood, SK S7T 1A7). Arrangements are in care of Aimé Laventure – Mourning Glory Funeral Service (306) 978-5200 http://www.mourningglory.ca

Craik, Obituary

Obrigewitsch, Lawrence

1933 – 2018

Lawrence was born May 18, 1933, the first child of Harry and Rose (Schneider) Obrigewitsch on the farm near Lajord, Saskatchewan. He went to school in Lajord and in 1953 moved with his family to Craik. Lawrence started farming at an early age, growing his first crop on rented land when he was just fifteen. He continued to be an active farmer until he was in his late seventies, farming then with his son and grandson. He loved farming and nothing pleased him more than a weed-free field.

In 1958 he and Beverley Brown were married. They raised their family, Karen, Rodney, Ken, Mike and Aaron on the farm at Craik. In 2014 they moved to Saskatoon and in 2017 Lawrence became a resident at the Circle Drive Special Care Home, where he lived until his passing on May 11, 2018, one week before his 85th birthday.

Lawrence was an enthusiastic curler and golfer. In his later years he enjoyed spending a few weeks every winter, in warm places where he could get in more golfing, as long as he was home to curl also. His years on the R.M. Council, the Co-op Board and other volunteer activities were very important to him.

Lawrence was predeceased by his parents, an infant sister and brother-in-law Karl Bly. He is survived by Bev, his wife of 60 years, his daughter Karen White and sons, Rodney (Patti), Kenneth, Michael (Karen), Aaron (Theresa) and grandchildren Danny (Tara) White, Kristy (Sean) Sykes, Theresa (Jeff) Robertson, Matthew Obrigewitsch, Curtis (Megan) Obrigewitsch, Travis Obrigewitsch, Shayla Obrigewitsch, Chantal (Jonathan) Shaw, and Grant Obrigewitsch. He will also be missed by his thirteen great-grandchildren, Jade, Amy, Hailey, Fred and Thad Robertson, Tylar, Evan and Leah Obrigewitsch, Shelby White, Noah and Zuri Sykes, Lily and Robbie Shaw. He is also survived by his sister Evelyn Bly and brothers Ray (Betty), Ted (Loretta), Hank (Joyce) and Tim |(Darlene).

A Celebration of Life Funeral Service was held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Craik Sask. Lawrence was interred in the family plot in Craik Community Cemetery.

For those so wishing, memorial donations in memory of Lawrence may be directed to the Craik Golf Club, Parkinson Canada or a charity of choice.

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

The Davidson Leader, Davidson, Saskatchewan