Category Archives: Obituary

Davidson, Obituary

Kochendorfer, Doris

Doris passed away peacefully at the age of 81 on Friday, March 2, 2018 at St. Paul’s Hospital in Saskatoon. Doris was a devout follower of Jesus, loving wife, caring mother, fun grandmother, sister, auntie, mentor and friend. She enjoyed being with her family, working in the community and serving in her church as a volunteer. She is remembered by everyone who knew her as a very joyful, loving and encouraging person.

Doris was born in Penticton, British Columbia on July 13, 1936 to Samuel & Elizabeth Klettke who were faithful followers of Jesus. She was the youngest of six children, and grew up with her family on an orchard in the Okanagan. She was very close in age to her youngest brother David; they were inseparable. Her favourite sport was basketball. She began her work career as a bookkeeper where she met and married Gordon Coldwell, living in the Williams Lake area. They raised four children throughout B.C. She continued throughout her adult life as a secretary in elementary, middle and high schools. In 1976 her husband Gordon suddenly passed away.

Several years later, Doris met Carl at a Full Gospel Businessmen’s Convention in Kelowna B.C. She made the decision to get baptized and declare her faith in Jesus. After marrying Carl and moving to Saskatchewan she worked for Walter Murray Collegiate in Saskatoon, Rural Municipality and the school district office in Davidson. Her unashamed faith continued throughout her whole life. What were some of Doris’s favourite things? Gospel Jamborees, watching programs like Time to Sing and 100 Huntley Street, camping in any form, Hawaii’s sandy beaches and oceans, reading her Bible and a good novel in one sitting, prayer, interceding on behalf of anyone who needed Jesus’ touch or help. Anytime Doris could get her family together, this was the best. And of course, as you all know, a neighbour dropping in for coffee and treats, could come at any time!

Doris is survived by: Carl Ernest her husband of 38 years; her four children, Carrie, Valerie, Jackie, and David; her step-daughter, Melody (Doris was pre-deceased by her step-son, Morley); her children’s spouses, Ralph, Phil, Robin and Clayton; her grandchildren, Andy, Jeanie, Niki, Katie, Jonathan, Jennifer, Jasper, Ashley, Curtis, Kyle, their spouses and Percy; her loving great-grandchildren, Levi, Halle, Tyson, Jazzi, Devo, Liam, Tristan, Kingston, Ella, Logan, Ethan, Aiden, Carter, Vander, Arlen, Hudson, and Hannah; her older sisters, Lydia and Margaret; her cousin Evelyn; many nieces and nephews. She is pre-deceased by her brothers Albert, David and sister Jean. She will be greatly missed by each and every one.

“Her children stand and bless her. Her husband praises her: There are many virtuous and capable women in the world, but you surpass them all!” Proverbs 31: 28-29 (NLT)

 In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Sparrow House, Next Step Ministries (Phil & Jackie Reimer); CLIMB Intercultural Society – Got Game (Chia Ashton); Davidson Health Centre. A Celebration of the life of Doris Kochendorfer was held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday March 10, 2017 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 417 Lincoln St, Davidson, SK S0G 1A0. Pastor Ralph Peters of Elim Church in Saskatoon presided. Viewing was held at the church from 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. with interment following the service at Davidson Community Cemetery. A luncheon reception was at 3:30 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Parish Hall. Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson in care of arrangements.

Davidson, Obituary

Leah Vanghel

September 12, 1925 – February 20, 2018

Leah passed away Tuesday, February 20, 2018. She was predeceased by her husband Fred Vanghel and son-in-law Joe Chamryk. She was survived by Fred and Jen, Don and Dot, Cork and Hazel, Terry and Julie, Barry and Laurie, Tom and Fran, Connie, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and special friend Urban McLaughlinn.

Leah loved gardening on the farm, having the grandchildren for the summer, visitors were welcome anytime for the afternoon, or to stay for supper. Family gatherings were one of her greatest joys.

She will be missed greatly by all, her family and friends alike.

The family would like to thank the staff at R.U.H. for care and compassion shown to Leah in her last hours.

A Celebration of Leah’s life will be held at the Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church in Davidson, Sask., on Saturday, February 24 at 11 a.m. Viewing and lunch will be held after the service. Arrangements in care of Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson.

Davidson, Obituary

Sinclair, John

John Angus Sinclair was born March 27, 1939 to Angus and Anne (nee McNeil) Sinclair at Davidson, Sask., and passed away peacefully at home in Davidson on February 18, 2018.

John was a heavy equipment operator lending his skills to the RM of Willner, a variety of road construction crews and implement dealerships where he delivered farm equipment.

John loved a good joke and visiting with friends and family in person or on the phone. He especially enjoyed catching up with everyone at Panda or Packet’s. He also loved a good auction sale, western novels, an action-filled rodeo and visits to Clear Spring Colony to visit with Dan and his family and reap the rewards of their harvest.

John was opinionated about many subjects but became especially passionate about the condition of the cemetery and about health care in and around Davidson. Over the years John had a number of health issues and received fabulous care from Dr. Lang and all the nursing staff at Davidson Health Centre.

John was predeceased by his parents Anne (1987) and Angus (2008). He leaves to mourn his sister Isobel Landin and niece Stacey (partner Yogi Weber) Landin, all of Moose Jaw. In respect of John’s wishes there will be no funeral service and interment will take place at a later date. The family wishes to thank Garth and Diane Schollar and Don and Karen Beckie for their support and an unending list of friends and family who cared about John.

Arrangements are in care of Hanson’s Funeral Home, Todd Lockwood, Funeral Director. Flowers are gratefully declined. Those wishing to make donations in John’s name may do so to the Davidson Cemetery Fund or the Davidson Health Trust Fund. Cheques for either are to be made to “Town of Davidson.”

Loreburn, Obituary

John “Jack” H. Brooks

St. Albans — John “Jack” H. Brooks, 70, of St. Albans, Vermont and of Loreburn, Saskatchewan passed away unexpectedly at the family’s grain mill in Loreburn, Sask., on the morning of Monday, February 12, 2018.

John was born in St. Albans, Vermont on September 28, 1947, to John B. Brooks and Shirley (Burnor) Brooks. In February of 1967 he married Mary Flanagan.

He graduated from Bellows Free Academy St. Albans in 1965 and attended both Lamar College in Colorado and Lyndon State College in Vermont. John worked on the family farm with his father and brothers in St. Albans Bay until he ventured off to farm on his own in Grand Isle. He purchased his first dairy farm in St. Albans in 1975 and was named Vermont’s Young Farmer of the Year that same year. John continued farming while also pursuing his interest in the grain businesses. He owned and operated Brooks Feeds in Swanton for 12 years until selling in 1994 and then being associated with numerous other grain companies; High Springs Milling, Renaissance Nutrition and ADM.

John’s most cherished professional accomplishment began in 2006 when he assisted his son Shaun in starting a grain merchandising business, F. W. Cobs Co. With John’s knowledge and expertise, F. W. Cobs in 12 short years has grown to become one of the most respected organic grain merchandising companies in North America. John managed the company’s grain storage and loading facilities in Saskatchewan and Minnesota. However, John did not stop his business ventures there. In 2016 John enlisted the help of his grandchildren with his newest endeavor, wine making. In just two years Maquam Wine has garnered awards and is being sold throughout Vermont.

John spent many years of service to his community serving 10 years on the Bellows Free Academy Board of Trustees and many years on the St. Albans Town Planning Commission. He also served as the president of the Holstein-Friesian Association and taught 4H. He was a smart and hardworking man who made a difference in the lives he touched. He had a special knack of making friends wherever he went, enjoyed a good laugh and telling a good story. Above all else, John’s most prized accomplishment was his family. He would do anything or make any sacrifice for his family. He went out of his way to talk to his family members every single day, even if just to send a humorous text to a grandchild or call to see if there was any news. John will be deeply missed by many.

John is survived by his wife Mary, children Lynn and Steve Boudreau, Erin and Andrew Wood, Shaun and Darcy Brooks, and his pride and joy, his six grandchildren Matt and Brooke Boudreau, Meghan and Connor Wood, Jack and Charlie Brooks. He is also survived by his two brothers, Mark (Lorraine) Brooks and Glen (Lise) Brooks and sisters -in-law, Kathy Paquette and Shirley Cota. He was predeceased by his parents, John and Shirley Brooks.

Relatives and friends celebrated and honored John’s life by attending calling hours on Sunday, February 18, 2018, from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M., at the Heald Funeral Home, 87 South Main Street, St. Albans.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Monday, February 19, at 11:00 A.M., at Holy Angels Catholic Church, 245 Lake Street, St. Albans.

Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Connor Roberts Memorial Fund, 47 Bishop Street, St. Albans, Vermont 05478.

To send John’s family a written expression of sympathy or share a memory, please go to his on-line guest book at www.healdfuneralhome.com.

Davidson, Elbow, Obituary

LOCKWOOD, Hazel Eileen

October 29, 1919 – February 2, 2018

Hazel Lockwood passed away on February 2, 2018 after living 98 happy years. She was ever grateful for her many blessings. Hazel was the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sheridan Hudson of Ogema Sask. She had twin brothers, Morley and Mervin. She taught school at Truax, Pangman and Chamberlain. She met farmer Donald Lockwood at a dance at the Davidson airport. They were happily married for 62 years; proud parents of three children – Laurie, Lee and Morley. Don and Hazel lived in Regina for 13 years when Don was Vice-President of Saskatchewan Wheat Pool and returned to Davidson to retire. They were fortunate to travel extensively over the years and live as “snowbirds” for 20 winters in California. Hazel actively enjoyed volunteer work, music, china painting, curling, bridge, golf and writing family history. She moved to Saskatoon after Donald’s death in 2006. Hazel was also predeceased by her son Laurie in 2010 and son-in-law Dale Bristow in 1986. Her loving family survivors are Lee Bristow (Lorence Peterson), Morley (Jeannie) Lockwood and Valerie Lockwood (mother of Todd and Sheri) and grandchildren: Todd (Erin) Lockwood and daughter Norah; Sheri (Brian) Erickson and their sons Avery, Easton and Zachary; Mark (Charmaine) Bristow and their daughters Teryn, Denae and Eden; Ian (Stacey) Bristow and their children Maya, Mason and Sophia; Kimberly Bristow; Cara (Mark) Burton and their children Taytem and Trysten; Logan Lockwood; Ashley (Riley) Hart and daughter Oaklyn; and Drew Lockwood. Hazel is also survived by Glennys McNabb (Laurie’s partner) and numerous nieces and nephews. At Hazel’s request, there will be no funeral. For those so wishing, memorial donations in memory of Hazel may be directed to a charity of choice. Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson in care of arrangements.

Davidson, Obituary

Puckett, Lynn

We deeply regret to announce the passing of Lynn Puckett on Jan 30, 2018 at the age of 66. Lynn was born March 12, 1951 in Coronation, AB, the oldest of 6 children, and spent her school years in the Major and Kerrobert area. She moved to Saskatoon after finishing high school and achieved her degree as a Registered Nurse, a career which was lifelong. While living in Saskatoon she met, and then married her life partner, Dwight. Together they raised 3 children while farming and nursing in the Davidson area.
Lynn’s work was always focused around health care. She was an ambulance attendant, home care nurse, and spent many years working at the Craik Health Care Center, where she met many lifelong friends. Her passions included gardening, crafting, watching curling and the Toronto Blue Jays, and attending as many of her 4 grandchildren’s functions as possible. Lynn was fondly known for her cooking and baking, always supplying the treats for hunting trips and shooting events that Dwight was involved in. She was a tremendously reliable and respected caregiver, who was always there to lend a hand to anyone who needed.
Lynn was predeceased by her grandson Allen Nelson; brother Ron Balanoff; parents-in-law Neil and Margaret Puckett; and recently her husband, Dwight.
She will be deeply missed by her sons, Bob and Michael (Kim), and daughter Michele (Gilbert) Nelson; grandchildren Trevor and Travis Nelson, Haylie and Hayden Puckett; parents Bob and Phyllis Balanoff; sisters Penny Anderson, Pat (Kevin) Mackrell, Susan (Dave) Rodzen, and Robin (Toby) Hok; sister-in-law Tammy Balanoff; brothers-in-law Jim (Fay) Puckett, Merritt Puckett; Step-grandchildren Jeff (Sandy) Nelson, Jeremy (Nicole) Nelson; step great-grandchildren Shayla, Makayla, and Jaxon Nelson.

A United Church funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday Feb. 3, 2018 at Sacred Heart Parish in Davidson Sask, with Rev. Mathias Ross presiding. A family interment will take place at a later date.

For those so wishing, memorial donations in memory of Lynn may be directed to the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency or a charity of choice.

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