Category Archives: Obituary

Reginald Walter Bagg

October 27, 1938 – February 22, 2019

It is with a heavy heart the family announces the passing of Reg on Friday Feb. 22, 2019. He left comfortably and peacefully in the Davidson Health Centre with family by his side.

Reg was born on Oct. 27, 1938 in Yorkton, Sask. to parents Reg and Anna Bagg.

He is survived by his loving wife Clara, his children Marvin (Karen), Janet (Dan), Brad, Dwight (April) and Carla (Mike); his grandchildren Kris (Laura), Kattlyn (Irene), Kyle (Victoria), Ashley (Bryson), Klarissa (Daniel), Hailee, Riley, Robbi, Mikala and Keegan and 3 great-grandchildren Keenan, Kaden and Eleanor as well as other relatives and good friends.

Reg grew up and graduated school in Springside. After graduation Reg worked for several farmers in the area. At that time Clara was working for her sister at a farm near Springside where she met Reg. After they were married he became an elevator manager. He bought grain for Federal Grain, National Grain and moved to Aylesbury in 1973 where he bought grain for P&H until his retirement in 1994. Upon retirement Reg became a passionate cattle rancher near Aylesbury. He was a very proud cattleman. He was a gardener, ball player and avid coach, curler, hockey player and a big fan of the Toronto Blue Jays. Reg loved being around family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Reg’s Life will be held at Aylesbury Hall on Thursday March 21, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. Memorial donations in memory of Reg may be directed to the Aylesbury Hall, Aylesbury Cemetery or the Aylesbury Rink.

Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson in care of arrangements.

Winnifred Anderson

Feb 2, 1926 – Feb 22, 2019

Wynnie Anderson (nee Hunter) passed away in Saskatoon at the Royal University Hospital at the age of 93. Wynnie was born to parents Vern and Muriel Hunter near the town of Hawarden, SK. She grew up the eldest of 5 children and attended the Cosmopolitan Rural School. After graduating high school, Wynnie completed a secretarial course at Belfour Technical School in Regina and went on to work for the Royal Bank (Regina) and the National Grain Company (Saskatoon). In 1949, she married Max Anderson and lived on the Anderson homestead, 5 miles southeast of Hanley. In addition to working with her husband on the Anderson Farm and raising their 4 children, she worked as a secretary at the Hanley High School for 5 years. Wynnie always believed in the importance of lifelong learning and modelled it for her children and grandchildren. After 40 years on the farm, she and Max moved into the town of Hanley. Max died in April 1995 after a lengthy illness in which Wynnie was his constant caregiver. Wynnie remained in their home for 15 years before moving to Luther Tower in Saskatoon.

Wynnie is survived by her children, Lorne Anderson (Anne Wagner), Dawna Dubyk (David), Perry Anderson (Roxanne), Scott Anderson (Corinne); her dearest sister, Leone Bohrson; her brothers, Dennis Hunter (Muriel) and Robert Hunter (Vale); sister-in-law, Valborg Hunter; 14 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren, Dean Anderson (Trisha, c: Rhett, Brady), Clayton Dubyk (Jacqueline, c: Amelia, Mya), Blair Dubyk (Ruth, c: Seth, Nina), Jay Dubyk (Ashleigh), Kara Dubyk (Adam), Angie Anderson (Ray Breckner, c: Kalea, Hunter, Carter, Tyson), Erik Anderson (c: Layla, William, s: Kim Hanson), Cole Anderson (Leanne), Karlee Anderson, Brandi Anderson, Darren Anderson, Amanda Anderson (Kelby Price c: Madelyn), Brooke Anderson, Hanna Anderson, and numerous nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her loving husband, Max Anderson; her parents, Vern and Muriel Hunter; and stepfather Art Hunter; her brother, Jim Hunter; step-sisters, Irene Remmen (Ivor), Yvonne Nielsen (John), Lucille Durward (Merle), step-brother, Ray Hunter; brothers-in-law, Bob Bohrson and Carmen Anderson; sisters-in-laws, Frances Loberg (Peter), Blanche Loberg (Ernie), Margie Zdunich (Victor); daughters-in-law, Susan Anderson and Cathy Anderson.

A celebration of Wynnie’s life took place at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at Hanley Evangelical Lutheran Church. For friends so wishing, memorial donations in memory of Wynnie may be directed to the Hanley Evangelical Lutheran Church or the Luther Care Foundation, proceeds directed to Luther Tower. Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson in care of arrangements.

Donald Wayne Deaver

March 1947 – February 2019

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Donald, Feb 10, 2019, at St Paul’s Hospital. He is survived by his wife Fay Deaver, sons Cameron Deaver (Kim), Christopher Deaver (Zulma), stepchildren Dawn Grant (Andrew), Jon Farmer (Connie), Rae Farmer (Geninne), his brothers Robert Deaver (Audrey), and Greg Deaver (Sherry), as well as his brother-in-law Scott Van Impe, nieces, nephews, and cousins, his grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, as well as many special friends. Don was predeceased by his father and mother Earl and Doris Deaver. He will be remembered for his great sense of humour, his willingness to help anyone that asked for it, his love of laughter, but what will be missed the most is the great love he had for his family. Don enjoyed farming for many years, as well as telling stories about his farming days, he also enjoyed repairing and showing antique cars. As requested by Don there will be no funeral service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Condolences may be left at www.prairieviewchapel.com. Arrangements entrusted to Prairie View Cremation and Memorial Services (306-242-7884).

Schaffer

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Walter Schaffer, formerly of Craik, Saskatchewan. Born in North Southey in 1931, he moved to Regina in 1952, where he met and married the love of his life, Erna Hein. He worked for the CPR until 1965, when he moved out to Craik to farm, and where he spent most of the remainder of his life. He is predeceased by his wife Erna; parents Ida and Karl Schaffer; brothers Alfred, Rudy, Herb and by his sisters Leona and Lorraine. He leaves to mourn his sisters Linda (Paul) Marchand, Hilda (Doug) Dale; his children August (Yve), Wanda (Kevin d:2019) Milnes, Melinda (Alan) Yurkowski, Scott (Kathy), Dale (Kelly), and numerous grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Walter was known for his quiet sense of humor, his gardening skills, hosting corn and wiener roasts, his love of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and his passion for the Toronto Maple Leafs (Go Leafs!). A private memorial service will be held at a later date. On-line condolences can be given at the Paragon Funeral Home website: https://paragonfuneralservices.com/tribute/current-services/index.html. Donations to Palliative Care Ward at the Regina Pasqua Hospital would be welcome in lieu of flowers.

BUCHINSKI

Alvin Jacob Buchinski, born November 30, 1945 in Saskatoon, passed away January 22, 2019 in Craik, Sask. due to complications from alcoholism.

He was predeceased by his mother and father, Lillian and Jacob Buchinski.  He is survived by long-time companion and special friend Lynn Harder, his two daughters and four grandchildren: Minette Sawchyn, (Brie and Brody), Chantelle Alberts, (Lillian and Madeline) and brothers Edwin (Margaret), Ken (Elizabeth), Ben, Earl (Terry) and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Raised in Smuts, Alvin completed high school in Aberdeen, Sask., then moved to Saskatoon to begin his working career in the steel industry. In his youth Alvin was active in playing hockey, fastball and curling. He loved country music, playing kaiser, fishing and above all watching sports.

A celebration of his life will be held 1:30 p.m., February 16, 2019 at the Craik Legion Hall. Donations in Alvin’s memory can be made to The Calder Centre in Saskatoon. Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson in care of arrangements.

Camber, Fred

In Loving Memory of Fred Camber, age 61, from Gravelbourg Sask. , previously  from Davidson Sask., who passed away peacefully on January 16, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Hospital/Foyer d’Youville in Gravelbourg, Sask.  

Fred was born on December 11th, 1957, in Davidson to Ted and Betty Camber.  Brother of Ed (deceased), and Arthur Camber families of Davidson.
Fred grew up on the family farm near Davidson, the youngest of three boys. He loved the farm, especially all the animals the family kept. Another of his favorite things was country and western music. He could often be found with headphones on listening away tapping his feet. Fred took his education in Davidson. He then went on to work at Interlake Human resources, which kept him busy with friends cutting lawns and doing odd clean up jobs around Davidson. Interlake later went on to become Sarcan, where Fred also spent time helping out in various tasks.

Fred then left Davidson for the next part of his life adventure. Captain Freddy, as he was known to many, moved with the Leclaire family from Davidson to Gravelbourg, Saskatchewan in 1994 and was in the care of Louis and Suzanne Leclaire and family for over 25 years, and was in the care of the Gravelbourg Group home and the Foyer staff for the past four years.

Fred was a living angel who brightened up every soul that met him with his charm towards all the ladies and superb dancing skills. He had an amazing mind keeping all his hockey players stats in order, favourite celebrities happenings, and he never forgot a birth date.  Fred spent most days with his pals at the local special needs program where he worked daily, working hard finding people to do his work for him, and loved hanging with the staff and his best friends. If he was not with his pals you could always find Freddy sitting with his headphones on listening to tunes, reading magazines, and making notes on his favorite country stars. After work every day faithfully he would make sure to go check on his adopted Grandma Elise Bourgeois. He would get her mail and help with errands, making sure not to miss the Blue Jays game and his first supper of the evening.

Fred was a passionate man for everything he loved.  On his wall hung many medals that he received with Special Olympics throughout the years that he was very proud of and always surrounded himself with photos of friends and family.

Fred will be greatly missed by all who knew him.  He is the sunshine that brightens the world. He touched every person who met him and he is an example to all. He loved unconditionally, and only knew kindness, compassion and love.  He will be greatly missed.

A service for Fred will be held in Davidson Sask. at a later date. Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson in care of arrangements.