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John Donald McPhee
1931 – 2014

It is with sadness that he family of Don McPhee announces his passing on January 8, 2014. In keeping with Dad’s wishes there will not be a Funeral Service held. An Interment of cremains will take place in the spring. Condolences may be sent to mail@saskatoonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Saskatoon Funeral Home 244-5577.

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Margaret Puckett (nee Farrer)
March 28, 1911 – December 26, 2013

Margaret passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at the Davidson Health Care Centre. She was predeceased by her husband Neil, and is survived by her sons Jim (Fay) and their daughters Lisa (Bill Thibodeau), Laura (Norman Shoemaker) and children Neil and Megan; Merritt; and Dwight (Lynne) and their sons Bob and Michael (Kimberley) and their daughter Michelle (Gilbert Nelson) and their sons Trevor and Travis.
Margaret was born in Strasbourg and attended school at Farrerdale School. Margaret and Neil were married in 1942 and farmed near Davidson, Sask. She liked gardening, cooking, woodworking and excelled at sewing and needle crafts, making many handmade stuffed toys and dolls, afghans, quilts and clothing for her grandchildren. A lover of animals, there were numerous pet cats and dogs and she often spoke of her favourite horse “Jip” that she rode as a teenager. She enjoyed visiting with family and friends over a cup of tea and a good game of cribbage or hearts and was a daunting opponent at the scrabble board. Margaret’s greatest joy was her family and she was very proud of the accomplishments of her sons, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
The family would like to express their appreciation for the wonderful care she received from the staff at the Davidson Health Centre.
There will be a family gathering and celebration of her life at a later date.
For friends so wishing, memorial donations in memory of Margaret may be directed to the Davidson and District Health Care Centre Foundation, the Davidson Senior Citizen’s Centre, the Davidson Swimming Pool Fund or to the charity of your choice.
Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson in care of arrangements.

Lily Stubson
October 13, 1934 – December 20, 2013

Lily Stubson, age 79 years of Outlook, Sask. and formerly of Hanley, Sask., passed away at Outlook, Sask. on Friday, December 20, 2013. The funeral service was held on Thursday, January 2, 2014 at 11 a.m. in the Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Outlook, Sask. officiated by Pastor Daryl Olson. Lily was born at New Westminster, B.C. on October 13, 1934. At the age of 17 she moved to Alberta where she met and married Elerd Stubson. They moved to the farm at Hanley and continued to live there until 2000. That year Lily moved to Outlook where she resided until her passing. She was predeceased by her husband Elerd and one sister Evelyn. She is survived by one sister Margaret Langley and one brother Ronald Johnson, as well as several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Outlook, Sask. Interment took place at Spring Creek Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Outlook Funeral Chapel. 306-867-8255

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Wegner, Arnold Ted
January 31, 1932 –December 21, 2013

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Arnold Ted Wegner of Craik, Saskatchewan after a courageous battle of cancer.

Arnold was born on the Kinney Farm near Tugaske, Sask. on January 31, 1932. Arnold was born to Emil and Olga Wegner and grew up with siblings Arthur and Lesa. Arnold married Marieanne Schneider in July, 1956 and together they raised five children, Mark, Wanda, Glenda, Colette and Lorna. Dad’s path through life was farming, first alongside with his father and later with his son and grandsons. Dad enjoyed golfing, curling, card playing and his daily trips to town for coffee. Dad was an avid past member of Craik Lions Club. Camping trips to Emma Lake allowed Dad to reconnect with family and extended family and hit the greens at the Emma Lake Golf course.
Arnold’s memory will be cherished by his wife, Marieanne; son, Mark (Teresa) Michael, Brian and Stephanie; daughters, Wanda Harder (Brad) Wayd and Brittany; Glenda Sekulich (Darin) Janelle, Cory and special friend Sarah; Colette (Craig McCallum) and Lorna Hodges (Gary) Hayden and Quinn; and six great-grandchildren, Kaylee, Oaklynn, Rayleigh, Cohen, Damien and Gage.
The funeral service was held on Saturday, December 28, 2013 at 1 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, Craik, Sask. Donations in Arnold’s memory can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Craik Community Cemetery Fund.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff and nurses of Craik and District Health Centre for the excellent care in the short time Dad was in the hospital.
Arrangements were in care of Hanson’s Funeral Service, Davidson, Sask. 306-567-2020

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Jim Crabbe (Ram) of Bladworth, Sask.
Jim passed away doing what he loved, helping Velon at the farm on Sunday, December 15th, 2013.
Jim is survived by his loving wife Marj; brothers and sisters Don, Lorna, Bonnie, Perry, Pam, Gina and Brian. He was predeceased by his Dad John Crabbe, mom and step-dad Leita and Gabe Diebel.
Ram requested no service. Arrangements in care of Hanson’s Funeral Home, Davidson, Sask.
For friends so wishing memorials in memory of Jim may be directed to the Bladworth Elks, Davidson golf Club or to the charity of your choice. Memorials may be directed through the funeral home or sent direct.

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On Saturday, December 14, with the snow softly falling, family and friends gathered at the Bladworth Cemetery to remember and honour Terry “Cash” Low. The service beautifully led by Brian Hanson, included Terry’s uncle Bill Tomyn reading Psalm 23 and concluded with all reciting “The Lord’s Prayer”. Lovingly placed by family members were red roses while grandchildren released white balloons for Grandpa. Following the service people were greeted by Don and Leslie Cunningham at the Bladworth Elks hall to celebrate Cash’s life. With some of Cash’s favourite songs playing in the background, those gathered enjoyed sharing their memories. His son Jason led everyone in a heart-warming toast while showing on a screen was a video presentation created by his daughter Jamie – a montage of photos of Cash and his family taken through the years. Terry was born in Craik to Jim and Jeanette Low and grew up in Girvin. He lived in a variety of places, Saskatoon, Edmonton, Regina, Bladworth and Davidson. Cash married his soul mate Annette Muzyka and together they raised three children Jason, Janna and Jamie. They in turn brought new family members Arlene, Charlie and Rogan and grandchildren Austin, Aiden, Farrah and Finn. He passed into eternity on November 21 at his home surrounded by those he loved.
Terry is survived by: Annette, children Jason and Arlene, Janna and Charlie Gray, Jamie and Rogan Busche and grandchildren Austin and Aiden Gray and Farrah and Finn Low, sisters Mary Lynne and Paul Golphy and Bonnie Jean Low. Also numerous aunts and uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents Jim and Jeanette, in-laws Liz and Edward Muzyka, his grandparents and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Here’s to the man the world knows as Cash
And our family knows as Dad
He was friendly, loyal, loud and proud
And was the best father we could have had.
He was a gentleman, a scholar and lover of fine drink
But spending time with family and friends was his favourite I think
He would want us to be happy and not shed anymore tears
But rather tell stories and laugh over a few beers
So join me ladies and lasses and please raise you glasses
Here’s to you Dad.
He lived his life for those he loved.