It is with heartfelt sorrow that the family of Lillian Bergman announces the passing of their beloved mother and grandmother at Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon, with her daughter Carol by her side. Lillian was born on November 8, 1933, in Saskatoon, to George and Helen Beckie. She spent her early years as a child growing up on the family farm outside of Kenaston. After completing her schooling, Lillian pursued her training as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and began her career in Watrous. In 1956, Lillian moved to Kerrobert where she continued her work as a CNA. On June 7, 1958 she married George Bergman Jr. and together they had two children, Rita and Carol. They later separated in 1971. As a single mother, Lillian exemplified extraordinary strength, resilience, and love. She took great pride in caring for her family, and her children, followed by her grandchildren, were the greatest joys of her life.  Lillian will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, and friend. Her nursing vocation was more than just a profession; it was her life’s purpose. Whether at the hospital, at home, or among friends, she touched countless lives with her kindness and compassion. Throughout her career in Kerrobert, Lillian built many lasting friendships that continued even after she moved to Saskatoon in 2020 to live with her youngest daughter, Carol. Shortly after relocating, Lillian was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. Despite these challenges, her caring nature and dedication to others remained ever-present.

Lillian will forever be loved and cherished by her children, Rita (Ray) Mouly and Carol Bergman, and her grand children, Nicole (Jason) Gryba and Ashley (Mitch) Markel. She was predeceased by her parents, George and Helen Beckie.

A private Funeral Mass was held on Friday, September 13 at 1:00 p.m. Friends and extended family are invited to watch the Funeral Mass by visiting https://youtube.com/live/wIpsChMHkQo?feature=share. A private family inurnment was held in Kenaston.

In lieu of flowers, a donation in memory of Lillian can be made to the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan, Parkinson Canada, or the Lung Health Foundation. Arrangements entrusted to Ryan Lensen-Mourning Glory Funeral Services (306) 978-5200. To share memories of Lillian or send condolences please visit www.mourningglory.ca

March 22, 1935- September 11, 2024

Ruth Cruise was born on the family farm west of Imperial to Alec and Rose Parker on March 22, 1935. Ruth is seventh of eight children in the family. She is predeceased by her father and mother, her husband George Cruise, brothers Jim, Dick and Bill Parker, sisters Evelyn McCutcheon, Marguerite Lang, and Loyce McNeil.

Ruth is survived by her sister Mary McGuigan, her daughters Rose Anne Cooper and Carol Beerling, grandchildren Carey, Jody, Jessica, Scott, Cole, and Andrew. She was also blessed with eleven great grandchildren: Haven, Tyler, Mairin, Georgia, Lochlan, Ryann, Rowan, Cullen, Gage, Beau, and Olivia.
Ruth attended school in the country and afterwards worked in Regina at the “Grey Nuns Hospital” (now the Pasqua Hospital). She met George Cruise and they were married on July 23, 1954. Rose Anne was born in June 1955 and Carol was born in July 1956, both at Imperial Hospital. They established their farm 7.5 miles west of Stalwart and continued to farm there until George’s death in 2001.

Ruth enjoyed hunting, snowmobiling and fishing with George and family and friends. They also spent a lot of time at Etter’s Beach where they had a cabin for many years. Ruth hosted birthday and anniversary parties at the farm and many neighbours dropped in for her famous cinnamon buns. Ruth loved cooking and decorating wedding cakes for family and friends. She also became very skilled at sewing, including grad dresses, dance costumes and many other garments for her daughters and grandchildren. She loved a good party and was always happy to attend hockey games, concerts and dance recitals to cheer on her grandkids.

In 2015, Ruth had open heart surgery in Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon. Since then she has lived in Saskatoon, most recently at St. Ann’s Senior Citizen Village where she passed away peacefully September 11, 2024. She will be sadly missed by friends and family.

A Memorial Service will be held at Imperial Community Centre, Imperial, SK on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. Private Family Interment in Imperial Cemetery. Memorial Reception to follow. For online condolences, tributes or memorial donations please visit: https://fotheringham-mcdougall.com/

September 7, 1944 – September 3, 2024

It is with great sorrow that we announce the death of Sharon Jessie May Miller (Oddan) on Sept. 3, 2024. Sharon would have been 81 on Sept. 7 and was the daughter of Adriannah Reynoldson and Harold Oddan. Harold was a FO in the RCAF serving in WWII and died on May 13, 1944 overseas.

After Harold’s death, Sharon and Adrie moved in with Adrie’s parents, George and Jessie Reynoldson of Chamberlain until Lorne McRae asked Sharon’s permission to marry her mother in 1949. Sharon was delighted and would always refer to Lorne as Dad until his passing in 1987. The family moved to Aylesbury and Lorne and Adrie had two sons, Gordon and Donald McRae who both predeceased Sharon in 2020.

Growing up Adrie ensured Sharon knew her Oddan grandparents and sent her by train every summer to Lloydminster where Sharon became friends with her many Oddan cousins.

After high school, Sharon attended Roberson Secretarial School and worked in Regina until marrying Christian Miller of Aylesbury / Craik in 1966. Sharon and Chris raised two Children, Kevin born in 1967 and Corrinne born in 1975. While raising her children Sharon sold Trichem and Nutramedics and also provided home care to many ladies in the Craik community.

Later in life, Sharon would care for her mother, Adrie, and brother in-law, John Miller of Aylesbury. John always referred to Sharon as the daughter he never had.

Sharon’s favorite place was always the cabin at Loverin Lakes near Chamberlain and made many lifelong friends there. Her favorite activity was reading and from childhood always had a room full of books and often read at least three books a week.

After Chris’s passing in 2018, Sharon moved to Calgary, Alberta to be close to Kevin and Corrinne who became her caregivers. Sharon was diagnosed with terminal heart failure in 2019 and was always happy to boast how she had proved those doctors wrong in surviving longer than they had predicted. The three of us developed a very close bond over those six years and her loss will be felt for a long time.

April 27, 1939 – August 30, 2024
Ed passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Friday, August 30 at Long Lake Valley Facility in Imperial, SK.

Ed was born on the family farm 11 miles west of Imperial to Walter and Violet Brooker.  They later moved to Ed & Gayle’s current farm home near town.  Following graduation in 1957, Ed worked at various branches of the Royal Bank in Saskatchewan.  Ipsco (now Evraz) in Regina was his next stop before returning to farm with his father in 1961.  Ed and Gayle were married 61 years ago on Saturday, October 5.

Ed’s Favourite Times: family ski vacations and trips to Hawaii; curling, golfing, jogging and walking with grand dog, Jass until cancer slowed him down; Etter’s Beach; his “happy places” in California ; Anniversary cruises in Europe and Panama; Rider games and Grey Cups; watching Connor and Keaton’s hockey games; and  golf tournaments with Dallas across Canada and to St Andrew’s, Scotland.

Ed was a longtime member of Imperial’s Service Club and a former member of the Masonic Lodge.

Predeceasing Ed were his parents; his daughter-in-law, Melinda (Crumley) Brooker and brother-in-law, Robert Detwiller.  Surviving are his wife Gayle (Detwiller); his son, Todd; daughters, Catherine (Dan) Mengel and Tanice (Brad) Daly; grandsons, Dallas (Chloe) Mengel and Connor and Keaton Daly; step grandson Travis (Grace) DeClercq; great granddaughters, Sienna and Tessa Mengel (born 4 hours after Ed’s passing); step great grandchildren, Dawson, Mersade and Aria DeClercq; sister, Eva (Gerry) MacNeill and sister-in-law Rae (Bob) Lewis and their families. As well, two of Ed’s aunts survive him, Alice French and Jean (Gerry) Langteigne; many cousins and extended family members.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, October 5 at 2 pm in the Imperial Community Centre.
Memorial Donations to the Imperial Ambulance, Box 279, Imperial, SK  S0G 2J0 or “imperial.ambulance@sasktel.net” for e-transfers would be appreciated.
For online condolences, tributes or memorial donations please visit: https://fotheringham-mcdougall.com/

By Kevin Gilby

A Davidson paramedic helped defeat the Regina Police Services (RPS) in an epic air competition.

Josh Tindon joined fellow EMS members and first responders in a friendly fundraising competition against the Regina Police Service in support of Teddy Bears Anonymous.

Tinson, a primary care paramedic at Davidson EMS, was asked by peers to join other first responders in the 2024 Jump for Charity to raise money for Teddy Bears Anonymous, a local registered charity that purchases and provides teddy bears to children in Saskatchewan’s hospitals and ambulances. Teddy Bears Anonymous partners with the Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Foundation.

“A friend and fellow paramedic called me about a week in advance as another person backed out,” said Tinson. “He asked me if I would like to and I instantly said yes.”

Tinson had previous skydiving experience “many years ago” and appreciated the fine work that the charity does for Saskatchewan’s children.

Having worked with Davidson EMS for two years, and volunteering with the Davidson Fire Department for seven years, he has had more than enough first-hand experience with children in traumatizing situations.

“The charity is important to me because if we can bring a bit of happiness or comfort to kids in these intense and scary situations; it can really make a difference in their experience and outcome.”

The fundraising event was hosted by Skydive South Saskatchewan at the Moose Jaw Regional Airport on Sept. 7.

Prior to jump day, skydivers went to friends, co-workers, and social media to get people to donate to their teams.

“EMS staff will be giving out these teddy bears to children in their care during an ambulance ride,” posted Davidson Fire Department on social media to support Tinson. “These teddy bears really do make a difference to put a smile on their faces and make them more comfortable.”

Skydivers met with their peers and “combatants” early in the morning. Tinson was joined by three fellow paramedics to compete against four of Regina’s finest. Jumps started at 9 a.m. and at noon a barbecue was held. It was sponsored Brigade Energy Solutions Ltd.

“We raised more money than RPS and have been invited back next year to defend the title,” Tinson said with a laugh. “And this team plans to return.

“The experience is amazing. Skydive South Sask is a great organization and provides an awe-inspiring experience.”

Tinson reminds everyone that its never too late to donate to the charity. With the cello-wrapped bears costing only $5, even small donations can make a huge difference to a child’s scariest experience.

To donate, visit https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/954

For more information, please visit https://teddybearsanonymous.ca

July 5, 1926 – August 31, 2024

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Adeline at the age of 98 years.

She will lovingly be remembered by her family: Marianne (Lorne) Doyle, Darlene (Alex) Pringle, Donna Painchaud and Maurice (Esther); eight grandchildren; twenty-two great grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren as well as numerous relatives and friends.

She was predeceased by her husband George; parents Anne and Joseph Rogozinski, a grandson in infancy and three brothers and three sisters. Interment in Davidson, SK, to be announced at a later date.