Joanne Grace Stafford – April 7^th, 1939 – January 6^th, 2021

Joanne was born in Chaplin, Sask.  She was raised on the family farm and attended school in Chaplin.  She moved away to Gull Lake where she was a waitress.  Later she moved to Piapot to work in Bowie’s General Store.  It was after a dance one night where she met Dad. They were married November 17^th, 1961 and began their life together. 

In those early years Archie worked a variety of jobs working on Gardner Dam, road construction and as a grain buyer seeing them live in Davidson, Frontier, Macoun, Blucher and finally in 1964 back to Davidson where Archie worked on road construction and later for the Town of Davidson.

While in Davidson Mom  worked at what in those days was called babysitting.  Today it would be private day care – anyway she looked after 1 child along with her own 2.   In 1973 they moved to Craik where Archie took a position as custodian with the School Division and where they made their home after that.  Aside from being a homemaker she worked for several years as a janitor cleaning first the Royal Bank, then the Royal Bank and RCMP Detachment and lastly only the RCMP Detachment building. 

While there was never a lot of money in the household there was always enough to eat and always more than enough love and laughter which more than made up for material things that we did not have.  

Mom was not much of a traveller and stuck close to home.  They did take 2 big trips over the years; 1 on a summer vacation with the kids through Yellowstone Park and one later in life along with friends to dance to the Emeralds in Edmonton, Alberta.  Mom loved to dance and was a very good dancer.  She and Dad, along with others started the ‘Over 40’ Club in Craik and served on the executive for many years.  They met and made many friends during the dance times.  Mom also loved to play cards.  Hours too many to count were spent over games of Whist, Canasta, Rummy and various other card games.  

Mom’s first diagnosis with cancer came in about 1995 after which she never was what one could call well again.  Over the next 27 years Mom went through 2 more Cancer diagnosis’ with the last about 5 years ago.  Never once throughout all those years did she ever complain about having cancer 3 times, nor of its affects.  Even near the end when she was in so much visible pain did she complain.  She died peacefully the evening of January 6^th.  Despite all this hardship at 81 years old she hardly had a grey hair on her head or a wrinkle on her face.  

Joanne leaves to mourn her passing and celebrate her life her loving husband of 59 years Archie along with her son Rod (Carmela) Stafford and Rod’s step-children; Collen Stark, Kailey Miller, Camara Froese and Keaton Miller and their families,  daughter Debbie (Peter) Cosh, special sister-in-law Ida Stewart and numerous nieces and nephews.   She was predeceased by her parents George and Nancy Pauliuk, brother Robert (Bob) Pauliuk, brother David Pauliuk, daughter-in-law Janice Stafford and special brother-in-law Ashley Stewart, parents-in-law John Stafford and Eva Stafford and other inlaws.  

The family would like to thank Dr. Yadav and the Saskatoon Cancer Clinic, Dr. Lang and the staff of the Davidson Health Care facility.  A private family service was held January 15^th with internment in the Craik Cemetery.

Donations in Joanne’s memory can be made to either the Canadian Cancer Society or the Davidson Health Trust Fund .

Arrangements are entrusted to Hanson’s Funeral Home – Davidson.

On December 9, 2020  Beth McPhee of Davidson passed away at the age of 84 years. 

She will be lovingly remembered by her Husband Neil McPhee, whom she was married to for 50 years. 

Her son Brian (Elaine) McPhee and 2 granddaughters Brianna and Alyssa of Regina.  Her daughter Rhonda (Jamie) Bergquist and 2 grandsons Braydon and Justin of Shaunavon.

A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.  For those wishing to make a donation, donations can be made to Davidson Health Trust Fund payable to the Town of Davidson.  

The family would like to express a heartfelt Thanks to Dr. Lang and the Staff at the Davidson Heartland Regional Health Center and Hanson’s Funeral Home.

June 18, 1935 – Nov 26, 2020

It is with profound sadness that the family of Evelyn Mills (Bessey) announce her passing on November 26, 2020.

Evelyn was born in Kenaston, June 18, 1935, to parents Henry Vernon Bessey and Florence (Reynolds) Bessey. She was the youngest sibling, having 4 older brothers.

Evelyn grew up on the farm on the outskirts of Bladworth and on July 5, 1954 she married the love of her life, Ralph Mills. They moved to Kenaston and began a family, welcoming sons Douglas, Greg, Glenn and Kevin. Their days were busy, raising the boys, farming and socializing with friends. They spent many years following the boys’ sports and were very active in the community. The doors were always open to their friends and neighbours.

Many of the boys’ friends spent countless days at the farm and Evelyn became like a surrogate mother to them, often coming to their rescue when they got into precarious situations.

Ev had many passions in life, her family being number one. She loved to cook and bake , and was famous in the community for her buns, cinnamon buns, and pies. She was always an avid reader, right until the end, and later in life loved her puzzle word search books .

There was nothing better in a day for Evelyn than heading to the city and spending the days shopping. Lots and Lots of shopping, (and driving too fast to get there). She and Ralph loved to tinker in the yard, having many enviable flower beds and bushes.

Ev was a vital part of the building of Kenaston Place, and was proud of her seat on the Hall board and Rec Committee, as well as the local Sask Housing Authority. St. Columba Anglican Church was also a large part of her life. She was blessed to have so many wonderful friends, many lifelong.

Ev was so happy when the boys found their life partners. She always said she knew she would someday get her girls. Dawn, Shannon, Sue and Heather were very much loved. She was thrilled when the grandchildren started coming. Ev was born to be a grandmother and she loved them fiercely. Though Sheena and Cayden lived away, they would spend time at the farm. Candice Halter spent her childhood
living with Grandma and Grandpa. Landin, Ashton and Bryce Mills would visit almost daily, and she never missed their various sporting games, dance recitals, school Christmas Concerts, anything they
were involved in. She loved seeing pictures of her 2 great grandsons Liam and Jonah in Germany. She asked to hear story after story about Colter, and was thrilled with the news that there was another little one on the way.

Evelyn took pride in being a farm wife, a mother, and grandmother and in the last few years, a great grandmother. She moved to Saskatoon in 2016, first residing at Preston Park, and in Aug 2019 she moved to Warm and Cosy, where she was treated like a Queen. The family can not thank the care home enough for the care that was received.

Evelyn was predeceased by her husband Ralph, son Douglas, Daughter in Law Dawn, Brothers George (Joan), Fred (Amy), Gordon (Erma), and Lloyd (Madolyn); Brother in Laws Les Mills (Sylvia), Wally Melquist, and Ken Storrey, and nephew Lyle Pillipow.

She leaved to mourn sons: Greg and Shannon, Glenn and Sue, and Kevin and Heather Grandchildren: Sheena (Ken), Cayden (Linda), Candace Halter, Landin (Skylar), Ashton (Jarret) and Bryce
Great Grandsons: Liam & Jonah Mills and Colter Mills Her special Nieces Val, Lorna and Darlene, As well as many much loved nieces, nephews, and their families, and so many many wonderful friends.

The families would like to thank everyone for the flowers, cards, phone calls, texts and messages. It was a beautiful service, and we could feel the love from everyone.

The memories of Evelyn and the time she spent with her family will live in our hearts forever. Evelyn was laid to rest beside her beloved Ralph in the Kenaston Cemetery on December 2.

Nov 18, 1935-Nov. 28, 2020

Len, formerly from Kenaston, passed away peacefully, with family at his side, in Castlegar, BC.

He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years Betty Anton, children Brian (Deb), Cindy (Dennis) Negrin, and Rosanne Dyck (Al), 5 grandchildren, and 8 grandchildren. Also survived by siblings Val
Thurlow, Kenaston, Jim Benko, Abbotsford, BC, Jack (Lois) Benko,
Westbank, BC, Theresa (Eldon) Owen, Kenaston, sister-in-law Mary
(Andrew) Benko, Winfield, AB along with many nieces, nephews and
cousins, including relatives in Slovakia and the States.

He will be fondly remembered, and sadly missed, by all his family.

He was predeceased by his parents John and Frances Benko, Kenaston, granddaughter Kristina Dyck, brothers Clarence and Andrew, also his father and mother in law Eugene and Anna Anton, Kenaston.

Due to Covid restrictions a memorial service will be held in BC at a later date.

With great sadness we announce the passing of Susan Reta Lockwood on November 26, 2020 at the age of 49.

She leaves to mourn her life partner of 14 years, William Suwala, her step sons Nat (Brynn) and Kyle (Vanessa), her mother and step dad, Eleanor Moodie and Earl Holmes, her father and step mom, John and Elva Lockwood.

Cherished always by her sisters and brothers in law, Deborah and Dick Rhodes, Kathleen and Mike Hicks. Her niece Cassidy Rhodes
and her nephew Beau Hicks. As well, her sweet kitty, Pepper. Also her extended Suwala family and many Aunts, Uncles and cousins.
Susan was pre-deceased by her step father Ed Moodie.

Susan was born in Davidson, SK on December 31, 1970. In 1977 the family moved to Duncan, BC on Vancouver Island. Susan graduated from Cowichan Senior Secondary School in 1988. She worked at a video rental store which began her interest in movies and movie trivia. As well, began her life long love of collecting movies.

As an adult Susan lived in her favorite city, Victoria, BC for a short time, before moving to Moose Jaw, SK where she met her loving
life partner Willy. To Willy, Susan was the love of his life and affectionately known as “his princess”. He lovingly cared for Susan, with great devotion, through many struggles and a long battle with Crohn’s disease.

Susan was fiercely loyal to her family. She had a sharp wit and was never judging of others. She was an avid supporter and new volunteer for SCRAPS (Stray Cat Rescue and Protection Society).

In the last year of her life, Susan became a part of the City Oasis Foursquare Church family. Susan proudly accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Saviour. He has taken her home in His loving arms.

A service will be held at a later date due to Covid 19.

September 9, 1938- November 29, 2020

It is with heavy hearts we regret to announce the passing of our Mom, Elsie Evashenko, on November 29, 2020, at her residence Samaritan Place.

Elsie was born and raised on the family homestead near Cando, Saskatchewan where she was the second eldest of seven children. She was taught at an early age about hard work and family values.

Elsie attended Willowfield School and Cando School. After attending high school, she traveled to Prince George B.C., to take a position as an assistant cook at Moore’s Logging. During spring break-up, she worked at the Prince George Bakery, and then she headed back to Saskatchewan where she married the love of her life, Walter Evashenko on July 5, 1960. Together they purchased a grain farm near Vanscoy where they started a family by welcoming the first three of their four children: Karen, Roxanne, and Craig.

In 1966 Nutrien Potash Mine purchased their homestead. They found their final roots, our family farm, and the most welcoming place to call home, between the communities of Kenaston and Hanley. Walter and Elsie completed their family with the birth of their fourth child Jason in 1969. Together they owned a successful grain farm and cattle ranch. As a family the Evashenkos raised chickens, geese, ducks, turkeys, pigs, and milking cows. To complete the true homesteader’s lifestyle Elsie seeded acres of vegetable garden and preserved hundreds of jars of the harvested vegetables, while simultaneously teaching her children the importance of hard work.

Elsie was a true hostess as she always hosted family, friends, and neighbors. When someone drove into the yard, even a traveling salesperson, they did not leave without a coffee, or if it was close to mealtime, they were fed a full course meal. Elsie took pride in her children and often welcomed their friends into the family (you know who you are).

In 2006 Elsie purchased a new condo unit in Liberty Court in Saskatoon where she made a circle of great friends. She and her friends took pleasure in hosting gatherings for each other and going out for entertainment. In 2010 Elsie started her long, hard journey with Dementia which led her down many difficult paths over
the years. Elsie traveled these paths with her children and their families by her side.

Elsie has left her children and grandchildren with many valuable lessons. She has shared memories, stories and recipes that will last forever.

Elsie is survived by her four children, Karen (Dale) Reeves, Roxanne (Perry) Anderson, Craig (Janet) Evashenko, Jason (Roxanne) Evashenko; grandchildren, Tracy (Dustin) Shaw, Chelsea (Travis) Remmen, Jessie (Regan) Evashenko, Nikki Evashenko, Cole (Leanne) Anderson, Karlee (Austin) Anderson, Brandi Anderson, Alyssa (Luke) Evashenko., great grandchildren, Nash Shaw, Grayson and Tatum Remmen, siblings Margaret (James) McConaghy, Walter (Marlene) Sachko, Judy Hrycuik, and Jeannette (Andy) Krakowetz, sister-in-laws, Fran Lajeunesse and Dinah Holowach, as well many nephews and nieces. Elsie was predeceased by her husband Walter Evashenko, grandchild Ashley Anderson, parents Mary and James Sachko, in-laws, Peter and Olive Evashenko, her brothers, Edward and David Sachko, brothers-in- laws, Eli Hrycuik, Bill Soroka, and Bill Holowach, sister-in-law, Gladys Soroka, and her nephews, Neil, David, and Gordon McConaghy.

COVID-19 is restricting the way we would have celebrated Mom’s life. The funeral will be held in Kenaston with immediate family, and Elsie’s final resting place will be beside Walter at the Woodlawn Cemetery in Saskatoon For those so wishing donations may be directed to: The Saskatchewan Diabetes Assoc, 104-2301 Ave C. North, Saskatoon, SK S7L 5Z5..

Arrangements are entrusted to Hanson’s Funeral Home in Davidson.