It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of our father, grandfather and great-grandfather on Dec. 21, 2011 at the Davidson Health Centre. Born Feb. 5, 1921, in Davidson, Sask., he grew up on the family farm, married Margridt Svenning in 1943, and started their farm and family west of Davidson. He is predeceased by his wife Margridt, brothers Ernie, Roy and Earl, sisters-in-law Helen, Leila, Olga and Hazel, and son-in-law David Anderson.
He is survived by his children, Frida (Ernie) Paetsch, Verna Anderson, Lyle (Jackie) Johnson, Gordon (Caroline) Johnson, Carl (Maxine) Johnson and Carol (Peter) Sarich, 16 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Ruth Foster, brother Ralph (Maureen) Johnson, and sisters-in-law Peggy Johnson and Ingrid Kaldor.
A funeral service was held Dec. 29, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, Davidson, Sask., followed by lunch. The committal service was at Emmanuel Lutheran Cemetery, west of Davidson. Memorial donations can be made to a charity of one’s choice.

Darcy James Demeester of The Pas, Manitoba, age 46 years, passed away accidentally on November 28, 2010.
A celebration of Darcy’s life funeral service was held in The Pas on Saturday, December 4, 2010.
A service of committal will be held at the family plot, Davidson cemetery, Davidson, Sask. at a later date. The date and time will be announced when appropriate.
Hanson’s Funeral Home, Box 927, Davidson, Sask. in care of arrangements.

With great love and sadness, the family of Olive Dean announces her passing. Olive was born on Nov. 30, 1943 in Davidson, Sask. She passed away peacefully Dec. 23, 2011 in St. Paul’s Hospital in Saskatoon, Sask. She was survived by her mother Ruth Chester and her loving husband of 34 years, Lorne Dean.
Together Lorne and Olive raised Julie-Ann Lechman (husband Garry, children Chad, Amanda, Colin, Kyle and Jordan), Laurie-Lyn Vandenaweele (husband Ken, children Charla and Cayla), Daryl Dean (wife Sandy, children Ashley and Hayley), Shari Lechman (fiance Rod Hendersen, children Britney and Logan), and Cory Dean (wife Dixie, children Bryce, Chase-Lyn and Quayden). Her brothers were Lloyd Chester, Larry (Susan) and Everett (Glenda); also sister-in-law Dorothy Penner (Corny) and brother-in-law Jack Dean (Marjorie), along with numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her father Delbert Chester, her mother-in-law Maggie Dean and father-in-law Jeff Dean.
For 29 years Olive and Lorne lived on the family farm halfway between Elbow and Davidson. In 2006 they retired to Davidson where they took up chasing the grandchildren around their house and cheering them on at their events. Family was the centre of Olive’s world.
The family of Olive would like to give a special thanks to Dr. Lang, the EMS team (Adrian, Jim and Kelly), lab technician (Dana) and nurses (Ruth and Gloria) of the Davidson Health Centre. Also, a huge thanks to the doctors, nurses and respiratory therapists of the Intensive Care Unit, Progressive Care Unit and Fifth Floor Medicine of St. Paul’s Hospital.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Paul’s Hospital or to any charity of your choice. Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson in care of arrangements.

• Bradley Mark “Dudley” Kuemper passed away on Dec. 5, 2011 at the Davidson District Health Centre after his seven-month battle with cancer.
  Bradley was born in Davidson on April 18, 1968 and was 43 years old.
  He is survived by his loving family: mother, Diane Kuemper; grandmother, Betty Ziefflie; brothers and sister, Kim (Cheryl) Kuemper, Corey Kuemper, Colette (Matt) Potter and Daryl (Angie) Kuemper;  numerous nephews and nieces; numerous uncles and aunts and cousins and a large extended family of friends.
  Bradley was predeceased by his father, Dennis Kuemper, grandfather, Emil Ziefflie; grandparents, Clems and Nettie Kuemper and five uncles.
  At Brad’s request, there will be no service.
  The celebration of his life was held at the Bladworth Elks Hall in Bladworth, Sask. on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011.
  Honourary pallbearers were all friends who shared in “Dudley’s” life journey.
  Interment will be at a later date.
  Donations in Brad’s memory can be made to the Bladworth Elks.
  Hanson’s funeral home in care of arrangements.

• Glen O. Hamre, Feb. 6, 1923 – Nov. 15, 2011
  Glen Hamre was born in Hanley, Sask., the second son of Tandrup (Tap) and Marie Hamre. His early years were spent in Hanley until the family moved to Kenaston in 1933. Dad attended Kenaston School and worked along with his parents in the Hamre Red and White Store. During Grade 12 he started dating Dorothy Holder and they developed a relationship that was to last for over 60 years. When the Second World War broke out, Dad decided that he wanted to serve his country. Along with his older brother, Vance, he joined the RCAF. He completed his training in Saskatoon and Ontario and was then sent overseas. He joined 438/439/440 Squadron, 143 Wing of the Second Tactical Airforce, which was the only wing flying Hawker Typhoon airplanes. Dad was an aero-engine mechanic in a unit that moved forward to set up new airfields as the army advanced. Dad was incredibly proud of his service to his country and profoundly affected by his wartime experiences.
  Upon his discharge, he returned to Kenaston and he and Dorothy were married on July 3, 1946. He joined Vance and his father in the family garage, Hamre Motors. In 1954, Glen, Dorothy and their first two children, Terry and Tanis moved to the farm five miles south of Kenaston. Carol and Gayle joined the family and the farming operation continued to grow. A purebred Hereford herd was added to grain farming, then a commercial feedlot and finally Hamre Motors was reborn on the farm in 1974. In 1986 dad and Terry obtained a NAPA franchise, operating on the farm, in Davidson, Allan and Saskatoon.
  Dad and mom retired to Kenaston in 1992. They enjoyed many trips to various countries and across Canada. Dad took up golfing and spent his summers enjoying that sport. He was active in the Kenaston Legion, Kenaston People Caring and the Kenaston Seniors.
  Glen was predeceased by Dorothy in 2003. He will be remembered by his family: son Terry (Gloria) Hamre of Ponoka and their children Darrell (Christine) Hamre, Kade and Aubrey of Brooks, Alta. and Jillian (Ben) Hankins and Mackenzie of Dunmore, Alta.; daughter Tanis (Tony) Murdoch of Battleford and their children Shane (Kelly) Murdoch and Katie, Battleford, Sask., Tara (Ian) Abrahamson, Deanne, Karalyn and Jordan, Saskatoon, Sask., Braden (Sabrina) Murdoch and Annika, Whitney (Shane) Elliott and Jackson of North Battleford; daughter Carol (Garth) Lewis of Kenaston and children Shawna (Steve) Moreside and Cohen of Kyle, Sask. and Karinn Lewis of Kenaston, Sask.; daughter Gayle (Merlin) Lee of Hawarden and children Kristen (Terrance) Bogdan of Saskatoon and Kendra (Bryce) Geisel, Aiden and Brynna of Lethbridge.
  Glen is also survived by brothers, Vance of Saskatoon, Ronald (Nony) of Swift Current and Keith (Ethel) of Hanna, Alta. as well as extended family.

October 13, 1915 – October 25, 2011
The Vigil of Prayers was held on Friday, October 28, 2011, St. Andrew’s Parish, Kenaston, Sask., at 7:30 p.m. The Funeral Mass was held on Saturday, October 29, 2011, at St. Andrew’s Parish, Kenaston, Sask., at 2:00 p.m. We celebrated 96 years of a life well lived on Saturday, Oct. 29 at St Andrew’s Parish Kenaston. Beth is survived by her loving family: son Ray (Paulette), Celeste, Orrin (Caron), Maria, Noel, Rachael, Eve; daughter Rose, Tracy (Doug) McLean, Danae, Declan; Francis’ children, Ryan, Chris, Tricia, Claire, Amy, Joe, and families; son Jim (Wendy), Giselle (Virgil) Sherrif, Jolene (Brendan), Greg, Matthew, Jackie (Travis), daughter Veronica (Linty) Crawford, Patrick (Julie) Bouchard, Austin, Reece (Sandra) Bouchard, Lief, Ava, Danella (Derek) Moyen, Jeremy; daughter Nadine (Bruce) Walter, Aaron (Hillary) Sophia, Josh, Curtis; son Alfred (Diane), Sarah (Sam) Belcastro, Shayla, Olivia, Michelle, Martin; and daughter Barb (Walter) Sagen, Becky (Barry) Lennon, Jon (Krista), Katelyn, Ian and Michael. Beth is also survived by sister Nethie O’Shea, brother Tom Spilloway and sister-in-law Ann Matovich. She was predeceased by her loving husband Martin Matovich, her infant son Edward Matovich, son Francis Matovich and grandson Ian Raymond Matovich.
Beth was born on her parents farm to Ray and Donna Spilloway near Maple Creek, Sask. She was the eldest of six children.
It was while Beth was working as a cook in Hanley that she met and fell in love with a young, hard-working, pie-loving farmer. They were married October 16, 1939 and celebrated 68 years together, before Martin was tragically killed in a farm accident. Beth and Martin were blessed with 9 children, 29 grandchildren, 19 grandchildren and one more on the way. Beth was a hard-working farm wife, she did above and beyond in the building of their farm and raising their family.
Beth died peacefully at the Davidson Health Centre with her loving family at her side. We, the family feel honoured to have been blessed with having her as our mentor, mother and friend. She will be sadly missed. For friends so wishing, memorials in memory of Beth, may be directed to the Kenaston Enhancement Fund, Canadian Cancer Society, Sask. Heart and Stroke or to St. Andrew’s Parish. Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson in care of arrangements.