Category Archives: Obituary

Davidson, Obituary

Callaway, Norman

Norman Callaway formerly of Davidson passed away May 13, 2018, in Saskatoon.

Norman Franklin Callaway was the eldest son of James and Bertha (Vandegrift) Callaway. He was born July 31, 1933, at Simpson, SK. Norm attended Maple Valley School located only one mile from the farm. He started farming in 1951 and also attended the University of Saskatchewan taking Vocational Agriculture.

Norman was a member of the Oddfellows Lodge in 1957, a charter member of the Kinsmen and K40, a volunteer firefighter, and served on a group committee of the Cubs and Scouts. Norm also earned his Private Pilot license in 1974.

Norman also enjoyed restoring old tractors of which he had numerous. Throughout many of his farming years, every July was his annual trek to Crosby, ND, home of the Divide County Threshing Bee. In earlier years, he attended with his brother Bud and friends, and later years with his grandsons Josh and Matt.

Norman met Velma Palmer in March 1957 and by November 1957 they were married in Davidson, SK.  They farmed from Davidson from 1958 to 1966.  In 1967 when Norm’s parents retired to town, Norm and Velma moved to the farm for the summers and back to town for the winter in a house that they had built in 1963. They continued to do this until 1978 when they built a new home on the original Callaway farm.

Along the way, Norm and Velma raised four children.  Debra in 1958, Allan in 1960, Duane in 1962 and Michael in 1967.  In 1980 they received the Family Farm Heritage Award for being the third generation of Callaway’s to continuously operate the family farm since 1907. 

In 1999 Norm retired from active farming and in 2000 rented out the land but continued to live on the farm until August 2017 when he and Velma moved to Saskatoon.

Norm also enjoyed travelling with Velma. In January 1983 to celebrate 25 years of marriage, they travelled to Hawaii.  They travelled twice to Australia in 1992 and 1997, staying in a farming area around Walgett, NSW.

In 1997 they travelled to Florida, touring around Cape Canaveral, Epcot and Disney World, (they may even have gotten Mickey Mouse’s autograph).

Norm will be greatly missed by his wife Velma of over 60 years and his children, Debra (Stuart), Allan (Lillian), Duane (Cindy) and Michael.  

Grandchildren: Brandi (Chris) LaPointe, Nicole MacVicar (Sean), Kim MacVicar, Joshua, Matthew, MacKenzie (Jody) and Chantelle.

Great Grandchildren:  Braydon, Austyn and Kaylie LaPointe.

He is also survived by his remaining siblings, Dorothy Hillestad and Morris “Bud” (Debby).  He is predeceased by his sister, Myra McFie (Jim) and Dorothy’s husband Harold.  He also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews.

Hanson’s Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Obituary

Brkich, Anne

BRKICH, Anne passed away peacefully at the age of 94 on December 27, 2017, at Misericordia Hospital, Edmonton, AB after a short illness. Anne was born and raised on a farm near Bladworth. She resided in Edmonton, Alberta for many years but always considered Bladworth and Kenaston as home. She was predeceased by her parents, Jacob and Frances (Zdunich) Brkich, sisters Matilda Brehm and Pauline Webster, brothers Joseph and John, sister-in-law Doris Brkich, brothers-in-law Michael Brehm, Hugh Sheppard and Harvie Webster. Anne is remembered and missed by her sisters Elizabeth Sheppard, Theresa (Barry) Tether, Vera Bencze and Rita (Terry) Anderson and numerous nieces and nephews. Anne’s strong and unwavering Catholic faith was an inspiration for many. She will be lovingly remembered for her kindness and generosity. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 26 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Roman Catholic Church, Kenaston. Interment Kenaston Catholic Cemetery. Arrangements in care of Hanson’s Funeral Home. Flowers gratefully declined.

Obituary

NIZINKEVICH, DOROTHY

November 10, 1928 – May 10, 2018

It is with deep sadness that the family of Dorothy Nizinkevich (nee Falkingham) announces her peaceful passing on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at the age of 89, with her loving family at her side. Dorothy was born on November 10, 1928 on a farm near Kenaston. Left to mourn her passing are her devoted husband of 65 years, Joseph; their three children, Doug (Noreen) Nizinkevich, Roger (Wynne) Nizinkevich and Brenda (Greg) Lightfoot; grandchildren Rachel (Justin) and great-granddaughter Jayla Brewer, Shane Nizinkevich (Andy), Janaye (Tony) Chubb, and Tyler Lightfoot. Dorothy loved baking, gardening, crocheting, playing cards, visiting with friends and especially spending time with her family. She was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Dorothy will truly be missed by those who have had the pleasure of knowing her. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 15, 2018, at Holy Spirit Roman Catholic Church (114 Kingsmere Place, Saskatoon). For those wishing, memorial donations in memory of Dorothy may be made to the S.P.C.A. (5028 Clarence Ave. S, Grasswood, SK S7T 1A7). Arrangements are in care of Aimé Laventure – Mourning Glory Funeral Service (306) 978-5200 http://www.mourningglory.ca

Craik, Obituary

Obrigewitsch, Lawrence

1933 – 2018

Lawrence was born May 18, 1933, the first child of Harry and Rose (Schneider) Obrigewitsch on the farm near Lajord, Saskatchewan. He went to school in Lajord and in 1953 moved with his family to Craik. Lawrence started farming at an early age, growing his first crop on rented land when he was just fifteen. He continued to be an active farmer until he was in his late seventies, farming then with his son and grandson. He loved farming and nothing pleased him more than a weed-free field.

In 1958 he and Beverley Brown were married. They raised their family, Karen, Rodney, Ken, Mike and Aaron on the farm at Craik. In 2014 they moved to Saskatoon and in 2017 Lawrence became a resident at the Circle Drive Special Care Home, where he lived until his passing on May 11, 2018, one week before his 85th birthday.

Lawrence was an enthusiastic curler and golfer. In his later years he enjoyed spending a few weeks every winter, in warm places where he could get in more golfing, as long as he was home to curl also. His years on the R.M. Council, the Co-op Board and other volunteer activities were very important to him.

Lawrence was predeceased by his parents, an infant sister and brother-in-law Karl Bly. He is survived by Bev, his wife of 60 years, his daughter Karen White and sons, Rodney (Patti), Kenneth, Michael (Karen), Aaron (Theresa) and grandchildren Danny (Tara) White, Kristy (Sean) Sykes, Theresa (Jeff) Robertson, Matthew Obrigewitsch, Curtis (Megan) Obrigewitsch, Travis Obrigewitsch, Shayla Obrigewitsch, Chantal (Jonathan) Shaw, and Grant Obrigewitsch. He will also be missed by his thirteen great-grandchildren, Jade, Amy, Hailey, Fred and Thad Robertson, Tylar, Evan and Leah Obrigewitsch, Shelby White, Noah and Zuri Sykes, Lily and Robbie Shaw. He is also survived by his sister Evelyn Bly and brothers Ray (Betty), Ted (Loretta), Hank (Joyce) and Tim |(Darlene).

A Celebration of Life Funeral Service was held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Craik Sask. Lawrence was interred in the family plot in Craik Community Cemetery.

For those so wishing, memorial donations in memory of Lawrence may be directed to the Craik Golf Club, Parkinson Canada or a charity of choice.

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

Craik, Obituary

McGinnis

William “Bill” Earle McGinnis, aged 72 years of Moose Jaw, SK passed away on Monday, April 30th, 2018. Bill was born on April 25th, 1946 at Russell, MB. He married Anne Hrechka of Moose Jaw, SK on June 11th, 1966 and together they raised three daughters. Bill was an amazing father to his three girls and loved and adored his grandchildren. He was predeceased by his father Earle and wife, Anne. Bill will be lovingly remembered by his daughters: Wanda (Dean) Sunley, Wendy (Steve) Sanden, and Wanesa (Bill) Dell; grandchildren: Hailey, Jenna and Hope Sunley, Josh, Aiden and Hanna Sanden and Paige and April Dell; his dear mother Hazel; sisters: Linda (Ken) Chase, Sandra (Orest) Woloski and Coleen (Dwight) Kroening; brothers: Lloyd (Cathy), Ron and David (Linda); as well as numerous nieces and nephews. In keeping with Bill’s wishes, a Private Family Service will be held. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Bill’s name may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 1910 McIntyre St, Regina, SK S4P 2R3 or to a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Todd Sjoberg, Funeral Director 306-693-4550 www.moosejawfuneralhome.com

Davidson, Obituary

Marcella Strange

Jan 26,1924- April 18, 2018

It is with great sadness that close friends and family announce the passing of our dear Marcella at the age of 94. She was predeceased by her parents, loving husband Howard in 2007 as well as numerous siblings and other family members.

Marcella (Swede) as she was known to our family was very special. Our bond was unexplainable. She was a very, very independent lady.

We became neighbours with Howard and Swede in 1972 and that was the beginning of a beautiful long-lasting friendship.

She was hands down the best cook east of Davidson, That “little house on the prairies’’ was always overflowing with company and with love. And when you visited (invited or unannounced) you had to eat. And no one said no to Swede’s food.

In the last few years she would say to me, “You can be my daughter’’ There was no question she definitely made me feel like her daughter.

Her biggest worry was when she passed away she was going to leave us a “Big Mess” as she called it. We went to her suite after she left us and opened the drawer she had told us about and there was the Will and a five-page letter hand written in October 2016.

Emotionally we read it. It was like she was still talking to us, so in response. This letter is for you Swede.

Dear Swede

I know you love getting letters! You always kept telling us that you were such a “pest” to us. Well you were the best pest we ever had, and as days go forward we will always remember you and keep you in our hearts forever, We enjoyed many family meals together with our kids and grandkids. These are very special memories for all of us. We all loved your HUGS. I will personally remember our shopping trips to Moose Jaw. You tried on many things and always came home with a bag full. You were the best-dressed little lady in town.

Remember the day you bought 5 pairs of shoes, You said on the way home,“I can’t believe I did that, And those fancy jeans, Wow! And then there was your fancy winter boots. I told the saleslady you were looking for winter boots. She brought you short boots You said, “Those are old lady boots. I want tall fancy ones for church.”

And did you know you missed your hair appointment on April 18. You were a precious little “lady” that was as beautiful on the inside as the outside. You had an infectious smile and Giggle that made everyone smile and a sense of humor that was loved by all who knew you.

Your nieces and nephews all loved you very much. They were a VERY Big Part of your life. The phone calls, the letters and the visits kept coming.

We love you Swede.

XO Biggest hug ever from Randy and Judy Gust; Nicole and Glenn, Kirby and Morgan Manz; Scott Gust, Jill and Garth and Ruby and Keenan Osborne.

P.S. This was the last paragraph of her letter to us:

In case there is any doubt – all my nieces and nephews are wonderful, I love them all. My side of the family and Howard’s.