Bernice Jaremicki
March 8, 1952 – February 23, 2014
Bernice passed away suddenly in Craik on Feb. 23, 2014 at the age of 61. She is predeceased by her parents Arthur and Julia Mehalicz. She is survived by her daughters Cindy Jaremicki (Stephen Andreas) and Donna Jaremicki (Jason Hay); grandchildren Paige and Jaden; brothers George and David (Sandy) and niece Kennedi. A funeral service was held on Friday, February 28, 2014 at 2 p.m. from St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, Craik, Sask. Hanson’s Funeral home of Davidson in care of arrangements.

Frier
On February 4, 2014, Hilda Rosalinda Frier (nee Schmiedge) passed peacefully into God’s arms at the age of 87 years. Hilda was predeceased by her loving husband Lorne in 1997 and by all of their brothers and sisters as well. She is survived by her children: Connie (Wayne) Townsend, Debbie (Don) Crabbe and Kelly Frier; grandchildren: Shane (Trina) Townsend, Dawn (Cory) Harsch, Tyler Crabbe, Meagan (Craig) Oudot, Dillon (Jamie) Crabbe, Kevin Frier and Corey Frier; ten great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law Jean Schmiedge, Emma (Art) Schmiedge Shaw and Irene Frier, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other family members.
Hilda was born in Davidson on August 28, 1926 to Adolph and Rosalinda Schmiedge – the youngest of seven siblings: Rudy, Harold, Ted, Herb, Erma and Art. Later in life, she gained two step-siblings, Otto and Emma Schmiedge. On October 8, 1949 she married Lorne and they settled on the Frier farm east of Davidson. Through the 1950’s their family grew when Connie, Debbie and Kelly were born. Hilda and Lorne enjoyed the farming way of life – while Lorne looked after the fields and livestock, Hilda looked after the kids, the home and her large vegetable and flower gardens. Though Lorne’s health forced them to sell the farm in 1967 and move into town, they were always farmers at heart. They loved to tend to their garden and yard, which was admired for years by many. Hilda was a wonderful homemaker and excellent cook and her family was the most important thing in the world to her.
Hilda spent her whole life in the Davidson area and was an active member of the community and participated in many organizations throughout the years. Hilda and Lorne were very active members of the Kinsmen and Kinette Clubs and were instrumental in the building of Davidson’s first swimming pool in 1967. Hilda was very proud to work at the pool in its early years and knew the names of nearly every child in town back then! Hilda’s faith was strong and she was very active in the Lutheran church. She and Lorne enjoyed leading the church youth groups and were especially proud to chaperone two groups of teens on trips to eastern Canada through the Young Voyageur program.
In 1972 Lorne and Hilda purchased the local SGI Insurance business and they worked together in Frier Agencies for many years. Adding the travel agency services was catalyst to them enjoying many vacations to various Mexican, Caribbean and US destinations. They loved meeting and visiting with people and made many friends along the way. They loved to host friends and family at their home, play cards and dance!
A funeral service in celebration of Hilda’s life was held on Saturday, February 8, 2014, at Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church in Davidson with Pastor Sonje Finnestad presiding and interment followed at the Davidson Community Cemetery. Hilda’s nephews Everett Johnson and Gary Schmiedge were ushers and niece Arlene McCreary and Terry Sanderson attended the register. Active Pallbearers were Hilda’s Grandchildren and honorary pallbearers were all Staff of Davidson and District Health Care Centre and all Relatives and Friends who shared in Hilda’s life journey.
This is an excerpt from some family memories shared by Hilda’s Granddaughter, Dawn: “I found a basic definition stating that “The Good Life” is simply a life that one would want to live or having happiness. I think you’ll agree that Grandma was very fortunate to have lived a Good Life.
She was a dedicated wife, mother and community leader. She was tough and she was proud. Grandma was a lady that was always put together! And Grandma could cook! It started out on the farm, with the gourmet meals taken to the field, sometimes with a card table! The smell of a cooking turkey will forever remind us of Christmas dinners at Grandma and Grandpa’s…and walking into that house as the steam poured out the back door because of all the cooking! As we got older and children and grandchildren grew up and moved away, Christmas at Grandma’s house became more special as it was one of the few times that we would put our busy lives on hold and all get together. Grandma was the glue of the family.
She was an excellent hostess, a supportive mother and dedicated member of her community. She was steadfast in her beliefs…she knew her mind and spoke it. Some may say she was even a little stubborn! To some she was just “Mom”, to some she was Grandma. She was awesome and she was “there”…she was just always there for us…for a game of cards, chicken dumplings, family gatherings or simply to stop and visit.
After Grandpa died in 1997, Grandma continued to play cards with the ladies in town. She enjoyed trips to the casino and spa and continued to enjoy her family! As a family we are so grateful to the Davidson Health-Care Centre for giving Grandma a new home in 2008. In the last few years, she may not have always remembered the names of all her great-grandchildren, or “who belonged to who”, but she knew we were family, she knew she was loved and she always had a smile on her face.
Whether Grandma was your mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, sister-in-law, aunt or friend, she will be sorely missed. But greater than the sorrow in her death is the joy that she spread in her life and the lessons she taught us. And her lessons are plentiful. They are lessons that will live on forever. Grandma taught us to be proud, generous, and caring, to love your family without judgment, to be supportive of your community and your church. She taught us how to garden, how to gamble and how to have fun!
Hers was a Good Life – a Great Life – and we are so grateful to have been a part of it for so long. People die, but memories live on forever. Grandma left this world better than it was when she entered it…she made a difference. Her contributions are plentiful, but her legacy is her family. Her wisdom and love will continue to guide each of her three children and their families through their lives. Grandma had a solid 87 years. She lived a ‘Good Life’.”
For friends so wishing, donations in memory of Hilda may be directed to the Davidson Swimming Pool Fund, the Kinsmen Telemiracle Foundation or Sask. Heart and Stroke Foundation. Arrangements were entrusted to Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson.

Bohrson, Leslie
Leslie loved the land. Raised on the family farm in the “Gumbo Centre” district southwest of Hanley, he was the first child born on August 26, 1947 to Tom and Gladys Bohrson. Leslie’s childhood was filled with sports, especially softball, and being an active member in the 4-H Club with a special interest in the beef, grain and potato projects. Leslie’s passion for knowledge took him to the University of SK where in graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in 1971.
Leslie entered into the provincial public service and retired in 2006 from SK Agriculture and Food after 35 years of service. In 1998 he received the “Distinguished Agrologist Award” and his name was added to the “Wall of Honour” at the U of S. The award was presented for “integrity, breadth of knowledge, leadership, experience and recognition by his peers.” In 2006 he received the SK Centennial Medal for his contributions made to the community and province.
Leslie’s devotion to the community was rooted in his love for his family. Leslie met Barbara Dukart while working in his first job and his life was changed forever! They were married on April 20, 1974 in Estevan and lived in Outlook until moving to Swift Current in 1988. During that time the family grew (and grew) with six boys: Mark, Raymond, Stephen, Brian, Adrian and Eric. Les was involved with the Scouts, soap box racing and the SK branch of the Kidney Foundation of Canada. Always arriving in the trademark Bohrson van that held the whole family (and sometimes a second car), they spent summers camping with friends and family and when the temperature dipped they adventured south! Les and Barb’s great joy was when AnnaMarie married Stephen and—finally—there was another girl in the family. Their joy multiplied with the arrival of granddaughters Lilaina and Paige.
Less than two years ago Leslie was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer. It became his mission to raise men’s awareness of their PSA numbers. He died in Swift Current on February 20, 2014. He was the glue that kept many circles and histories connected. His family, friends and colleagues will remember him as a kind and loving man and will be profoundly missed.
Leslie’s funeral will take place on Feb 25th at 1:00 pm at the Hanley Lutheran Church, Hanley, with his sister, Pastor Kristin Soveran presiding.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Leslie’s memory may be made to “Friends of Cypress Hills Park” for a bench on the trails he loved.
Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson in care of arrangements.

Read
It is with sadness we announce the passing of Helen Read, cherished wife, mother, grandma and nana on Dec. 20, 2013 at the age of 88 years into the presence of Jesus.
Helen was born on Oct. 28, 1925 to Oscar and Inga Stromberg on the farm in Otter Tail County, Fergus Falls, Minnesota. Her parents moved to Canada when she was quite young settling on northern Saskatchewan.
Helen married Syd on Feb. 15, 1947. With Dad’s job they moved many times but mom never complained and made friends wherever they moved.
In 1979 they moved to the farm east of Davidson where they lived until 1995 when they moved to Regina.
In 2000 they moved back to Davidson where they lived in their home until Mom moved into the LTC facility in Feb. 2010.
Syd and Helen enjoyed travelling but Helen’s favourite holiday was to go fishing up north. She also loved her garden and flowers and spent many hours outdoors. Mom was known for her smile and her giving spirit. Family was important to her and each of us as a family treasure the memories we have of her.
Helen is survived by her loving husband Syd, her son and daughter and their spouses, Dale (Ruth) Read of Davidson and Arlene (Rick) Kyle of Cochrane, Alta.
She is also survived by her grandchildren Kimberly (Darren) Bull, Troy (Leanne) Read, Chelsea (Jason) Craig, Brittany Kyle (Joe Dijker) and Aaron Kyle; great-grandchildren Courtney, Brooklyn, Andrew and Emily Read, and Samuel and Tucker Bull.
Helen was predeceased by her parents and her four brothers.
The interment took place on Jan. 8, 2014 at Family Plot, Crockin Hill Cemetery, Choiceland, Sask.
Arrangements entrusted to Hanson’s Funeral Home, Davidson.
A celebration of Helen’s life was held on Saturday, Jan. 11, 2014 at 2 p.m. at New Life Pentecostal Assembly in Davidson with Rev. Russell Sparks officiating.

Joseph Peter Prpick
March 19,1933 – February 10, 2014

Joe Prpick — a.k.a. Church Joe, a.k.a. Diddy — was a farmer, community leader, blue collar worker, entrepreneur, true friend and, above all, the anchor of an incredible network of friends and family. And he was a firm supporter of the causes of the common man, giving his time to the National Farmers Union and later, supporting candidates of the Saskatchewan NDP. Not rich in the material things in life, he was very wealthy indeed in the things that really count: the love of his children and grandchildren, his spouse Sharon, and the rest of his extended family. He was also rich beyond measure in his reputation for integrity, honesty and gentleness. If you asked his opinion on something, you may not always have heard what you wanted, but it was delivered with the best of intentions and great underlying kindness and concern. He also taught family, friends and anyone who came to know him about endurance. In 1974 Joe was in a serious car accident from which he never fully recovered, leaving him with significant physical challenges for all his remaining years and closing the farming chapter of his life. It was a burden he bore with dignity. They say no old man’s death is tragedy. In Diddy’s case, this is exactly so. His death is a cause of celebration of a good man, who left the earth better than he found it and one who will always be held close in the hearts of those who knew him. As the great philosopher Paul McCartney said, “The love you take/Is equal to the love you make”. Diddy was equal to all our love … and more. Joe Prpick is survived by his wife Sharon; his children Paula (John, Sarah, JJ), Danica (Joel, Mathieu, Joseph, Dominique), Luke (Paula, Adam), Sean (Maud, Léa, Zoé) and his siblings Hazel, Ray and Bud. He was pre-deceased by his son Matthew; brother Jim and parents Emil and Anna.
Joe’s funeral was held at St. Andrew’s Roman Catholic Church in Kenaston on Saturday, February 15, followed by a community reception at Kenaston Place. He was interred alongside his son Matthew in St. Andrews Cemetery, Kenaston. Deepest appreciation to Joe’s medical team at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital for their compassionate care in his last days, and special thanks to his nurses Peggy, Diane, Pam and Leanne. In his memory, please consider donating to any of Joe’s favourite charities, including: the St. Vincent de Paul Society (http://www.ssvp.ca); the Salvation Army (www.salvationarmy.ca), or your nearest Foodbank.

Albert “Bert” Edward Morrison
November 25, 1929 – February 7, 2014

Bert Morrison passed away peacefully, with his family by his side, February 7, at Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon. He was 84 years old. Bert is survived by his wife Elsie; daughter Darla (Steve) Allan, sons Gary (Shannon), Kevin (Adele), Dale, Neil (Jenny), Monte (Tiffiny); 12 grandchildren: Katie, Josie, Lauren, Amanda, Max, Kash, Chad, Erica, Matthew, Kristopher, Ryan and Rachael; three great-grandchildren: Colby, Grayson and Caleb; his brother Arthur (Kathleen) Morrison; sisters-in-law Leona and Justina Morrison; brothers-in-law Eric and Arthur Lutz, and numerous nieces and nephews. Bert was born in Davidson. He married Elsie Lutz, November 18, 1961, and in the space of nine years, they added six children to the family farm. In 1981, Bert made the difficult decision to give up farming and move the family to an acreage near Saskatoon. He soon embraced Elsie’s passion for gardening, and together, they produced an abundance of fruits and vegetables from their greenhouse and enormous garden. Bert joined the Saskatoon Farmers Market and could be found downtown most Saturday afternoons happily selling produce from the back of his truck. Bert and Elsie retired to Saskatoon in 1996. Bert continued to seize every chance he got to meet new people, and to share stories with old acquaintances, by volunteering at the Western Development Museum and driving the courtesy cart at Circle Park Mall. A memorial service was held at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, in Saskatoon, on Wednesday February 12, 2014, at 2:00 p.m. Arrangements have been entrusted to Mourning Glory Funeral Services (306-978-5200)