Oct 17, 1924 – August 11, 2021

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Jean, August 11, 2021 at the age of 96.

Jean was born in Davidson to Julia and David Miller. She grew up in Davidson with her brothers Hugh and Don.

Upon completion of High School, Jean went to business school in Moose Jaw, then returned to Davidson and worked as a book keeper.

In 1946, Jean married Robert Sampson and raised their 3 children on a farm near Davidson –David (Connie) Sampson, Guy (Colleen) Sampson and Julie (Ernie) Brock.

Robert passed away October 1966. Jean and her children continued to run the family farm.

Jean married John Frizzell March 1974 and they resided in Albany Oregon and later moved to The Dalles, Oregon.

Upon retirement, Jean and John moved back to Davidson in 2000. Jean and John sponsored a Vietnamese family, to come and start a new life in the United States.

Jean was always known to the whole extended family as “Mother”.

Sadly, John passed away in September 2004.

Jean was the Matriarch of the family and was active in the community for many of her younger years. She was a talented pianist, organist, seamstress and knitter.

Although she never could quite grasp how to operate a computer, she could take apart and reassemble a 10,000 piece knitting machine like nobody’s business.

She was a wonderful cook and the love of good food was passed down to her family. She will always be remembered especially for her Brownies.

Jean is survived by brother Don (Elaine) Miller, her 3 children, 7 grandchildren Robert Sampson, Lisa Oaks, Tony Sampson, Curtis Brock, Kelly Katalinic, Justin Sampson and Kristin Sampson and, 14 great grandchildren.

Jean was predeceased by her parents, brother Hugh Miller, sister in law Carol Miller, and granddaughter Laura Sampson.

Jean was loved and will be missed by all her family. Her greatest joy was all her Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.

A private family internment will be held at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to Davidson Communities in Bloom.

Special Thank You to the Doctors, Nurses and Staff at the Davidson Health Centre for the wonderful care and Thank you to Todd Lockwood at Hanson’s Funeral Home.

April 24, 1963 – July 15, 2021

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Brian Samuel Gust at 58 years.

He passed peacefully with his best friend Sharon Gust and daughter Lacey Allard (Gust) by his side.

Brian was predeceased by his father Robert Gust and sister Sandy Manz.

Brian is survived by his mother Nina Gust; his siblings Les Gust, Sharon Trimble, Gloria Gieselman, Carlton Gust, Brad Gust and Trevor Gust; his children Lacey (Lyle), Brock (Erica), Tiffany (Michael), Joshua, Jocelyn, Jamie and Jennifer; and his grandchildren
Lisette, Dante, Cierra, Kellan, Dezaray, Madison and Colby.

Brian was born in Davidson SK by his loving parents Robert and Nina Gust.

Brian was a jack of all trades, whether he was tinkering on a car or renovating a house.

For most of his life Brian drove truck, which took him to the Lloydminster area and Northern Alberta. Brian also worked Seismic.
Brian last worked maintenance at the Davidson Hospital. One thing about him was he had an amazing work ethic.

Brian was married back in 1984 to Sharon, they had three children together. Although it did not end well, through all their ups and downs they did end up getting to spend some time together in the end and they both got the peace they needed. She spent his last day with him.

Two of his daughters, Lacey and Tiffany, were thankful to spend his last days with him and he was very happy that he got to spend time with all his children over the last few months of his life.

Over the last four years Brian spent his time raising his four younger children by himself and with the help and support of his mom and his many friends he had made in Davidson.

Brian lived a full life, he met so many people and made so many friends along the way. Many of those close friends he considered family.

Brian fought a battle with cancer and had been sick for a while.

There will be no funeral as per his wishes. Some of the family would like to do a Celebration of Life at a later time.

The family asks that no flowers be sent.

If you wish to do anything, please donate to the Cancer Society.

Beverly Jean Oakes (DeClercq), beloved wife of George Oakes, passed away at St. Paul’s Hospital on Wednesday, Aug. 4 at 11 p.m. with George, and son Murray by her side.

Bev was born in Imperial in 1952. She attended school in Imperial and married George on Aug. 23, 1969. They had two boys, Raymond and Murray.

She had four granddaughters who she loved dearly, Kendel Anderson, Haley Oakes, Reese Oakes and Blayke Oakes.

As everyone knows, she also had a bunny farm with about 250 rabbits that she went and cared for every day.

Bev worked in Imperial as the Co-op Store Manager for 40 years, until she retired.

Bev will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

A service for Bev will be held at a later date, Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson in care of arrangements.

December 18, 1949 – July 15, 2021

It is with sad hearts that the family of Marlene (née Prpic) Simonsen announces her passing, which occurred at Royal University Hospital,
in Saskatoon.

Marlene was the daughter of Joseph and Isobel Prpic.

She grew up in Kenaston, SK, with brothers Melvin (Pauline), Murray (Réjeanne), Merle (Dorothy), and sister Bette (Ernie) Matycio.

She married Larry Simonsen of Hanley, SK in 1968. Larry ran a
Shop-Rite grocery as well as an SGI agency.

Marlene quickly learned the ropes of both businesses and worked
alongside her husband. Marlene spent years volunteering as a member of the Canadian Royal Purple organization and as a member of the Hanley school board.

More recently, she gave her time to the Hanley Housing Authority.
Marlene and Larry had a son, Christian, in 1969 and a second son,
Craig, in 1971.

The boys played all the sports that a small town has to offer, and Marlene enjoyed watching them on the ice, on the ball diamonds, in the gyms – wherever.

Marlene had a passion for curling in her younger years. She was a tremendous cook and a green thumb in the garden. Marlene’s house was meticulously kept; she hosted hundreds of suppers and family holidays throughout the years.

Chris and wife, Jodie (Norrish), gave Marlene two beautiful grandchildren, Kirk (Rebecca) and Taylor. Craig and his wife, Dominique (Bouvier), contributed three more: Samuel, Sophie and Madeleine.

Grandma Marlene positively adored following her grandchildren’s activities. Be it dance recitals or volleyball tournaments, Hilltops games or hockey games, Marlene and Larry drove far and wide
to be present at the grandkids’ events.

Marlene was predeceased by her parents and her husband. She is survived by her siblings, children and grandchildren.

Marlene passed away of cancer after a courageous battle.

Donations to the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency or the Hanley Fire Hall are greatly appreciated. A private ceremony for friends and family will occur at a later date.

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

Fernand (Fern) Paul Poulin, 95 years old, of Osoyoos BC passed away peacefully with his wife by his side on July 29,2021 after a lengthy illness.

Fern was born on January 10, 1926 into a large, happy and close-knit family in Ottawa Ontario, to Georges and Florina (Morin) Poulin.

In 1945, he joined the Royal Canadian Air Force and served for 28 years, moving all the way up the ranks and retiring as Captain. Fern served two tours overseas as well as many postings across Canada.

In the military he was well respected and a fair and well-liked boss to his juniors. After retirement from the forces in 1973, Fern became the administrator for the Rural Municipality of McCraney and the village of Kenaston in Saskatchewan.

He was an active member of the Lions club and Legion in Kenaston.

In 1985, Fern and his wife Louise moved to Oliver BC. In retirement there he was a compassionate and active member of the Oliver Legion, Branch 97, serving as President and treasurer.

He was honoured with a lifetime membership in the Legion.

Fern met the love of his life, Louise Ouellette in 1948. They were married in Kenaston Saskatchewan on May 14, 1949.

In 2021 they celebrated 72 years of marriage. They have 5 children;
Linda Booty(David), Cathy Gushulak (Randy), Doug Poulin (Amandah), Richard Poulin (Kathy-deceased), and Joan Rink (Daryl).

Fern loved music. He played alto sax in many bands throughout his life. He was a self-taught and accomplished pianist. He was often asked to perform at sing-a-longs in the Legion and for afternoon entertainment at Sunshine Ridge Retirement Centre.

Fern had a quiet, relaxed, easy-going presence and was well loved by friends and family.

Fern is survived by his wife, 5 children, 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren, his brother Claude (Jan) and sister-in-law Yvonne (Gilles).

He was predeceased by parents Georges and Florina, 3 brothers, Pierre, Guy and Gilles, and 8 sisters, Madeleine, Pauline, Suzanne,
Marcelle, Jacqueline, Marthe, Louise and Huguette.

Funeral Service: A funeral service will be held at Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Home in Oliver BC on August 13 at 2pm.

Online Service: see nunes-pottinger.com

Interment: will take place at the cemetery in Kenaston, SK on September 4 at 10 am.

Due to COVID concerns there will not be a social gathering after the
services. We ask that you raise a glass to Fern and remember him for a life well lived.

Donations: to the Legion Poppy Fund are gratefully accepted.

1950 – 2021

David will be dearly missed by his wife, Penny, his daughters, grandchildren, brothers, family and friends.

David dedicated his life to teaching, ministering, healing and leading his family, friends, colleagues and neighbours. And every action was performed with the humility and honesty of an old farm boy from Saskatchewan.

May we live our lives as an example of his heart and soul by protecting and loving all our neighbours.

And as David often proclaimed, let the journey continue.

“Say not in grief that he was no more but live in thankfulness that he was” Hebrew Proverb.

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