Category Archives: Obituary

Craik, Obituary

Obituary: Baker, Valerie

web-obit-bakerValerie Baker (nee Shorten)
Feb. 12, 1938 — Jan. 13, 2017

Valerie Baker passed away on Jan. 13, 2017 at the age of 79. Valerie lived and grew up in Regina, Sask. After she left high school she joined the Air Force and met her first husband, Garry Smith. The two married and had three children. Garry passed away in 1974. Valerie then met Richard Baker and married in 1991. Valerie loved having her family around; she loved drawing, painting and making dolls. She also loved being at the cottage.

Valerie is predeceased by her first husband Garry Smith and parents Jack and Vera Shorten.

She is survived by her loving husband Richard Baker; children Lee-Ann (Jeff) Schaan, Russ (Sandy) Smith and Kelly Barrett; grandchildren Steven Schaan, Kelsey Schaan, Cody Smith, Alisha Smith, Kari Smith and Krystal Smith; great-grandson Ethan Efonoff; and siblings Jo-Anne (Ray) Racette, Bob (Lois) Shorten and John (Fran) Shorten.

A Celebration of Life Funeral Service for Valerie was held in the Craik Community Legion Hall on Friday, Jan. 20, 2017 at 2 p.m.

For friends so wishing, memorial donations in memory of Valerie may be directed to the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan.

Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson was in charge of arrangements.

 

Aylesbury, Obituary

Obituary: Lang, Alice

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Lang, Alice
1932 — 2017

Alice passed away peacefully at St. Paul’s Hospital in Saskatoon. Alice was predeceased by her husband Wilf, infant son Jeff, her parents and all of her brothers and sisters. She is survived by her daughters Erin, Mary (Lawrence), her son Brett, her in-laws Marilyn and Greg Petroski, Ed Krieser and Betty Lang, as well as numerous nephews and nieces. Alice’s life was focused on her family and a love of nature and literature. She continued to enjoy reading and challenging herself with crossword puzzles to the end.

A celebration of her life will be held in July 2017 at Aylesbury Community Hall. Flowers are gratefully declined. Friends so wishing may make donations to the Canadian Wildlife Federation or the SPCA.

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

Kenaston, Obituary

Obituary: Ouellette, Anne

Anne Ouellette (Strmotich)
June 29, 1940 — January 4, 2017

Anne passed away peacefully in Saskatoon on Jan. 4, 2017. She is lovingly remembered by her husband of 58 years Gerald (Gerry) Ouellette, daughter Carol Kidd (Byron), sons Perry (Betty), Glenn, Doug (Denise), grandchildren Mark, Brody (Jelena), Kimberley, Dayna, Nicole, Mackenzie, Madison, Kristina and great-grandchildren Maximilian and Tyler. She was predeceased by grandson Robin in 1982.

Anne was born on the family farm northwest of Bladworth, Sask. She attended school in Bladworth and Kenaston where she was active in school sports. As a “stay-at-home mom,” Anne provided a warm, loving environment for their four children. As a loving wife and mother, she provided support and encouragement, and was always just a phone call away. If she could, she would always help. She enjoyed sewing and making crafts, particularly her Christmas Village, a favourite project that grew every year!

For many years, while the grandchildren were still young, Anne looked forward to the family summer vacations, first at Waskesiu, Sask., and then Fairmont, B.C. In later years she enjoyed her bowling league and many friendships.

Anne is survived by her brothers George (Mac) and Frank, sisters Mary and Kay. She especially treasured her relationships with Mac and Mary. A special thank-you to a dear family friend, Pat Confrey, for many years of love and support.

Anne was predeceased by her beloved parents, Josip (Joe) and Matija (Matilda) and siblings Tony, John, Peter, Nick, Joe Jr. and Fran.

At Anne’s request a graveside service will be held at Kenaston in early spring 2017. Arrangements in care of Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson.

Kenaston, Obituary

Obituary: Didur, Verla

web-obit-didurVerla Doreen Didur (nee Graham)

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our beloved mother, Verla. After an extended stay in hospital, mom gently went to sleep on the morning of December 27, 2016.

Mom was best known for her love of people. Her quick smile, the twinkle in her eye when she was up to something and genuine interest in people was an integral part of her whole life. Even while in the hospital, mom continued to teach us lessons in kindness and unselfishness. She leaves behind many family and friends who will miss her deeply but are reminded of scriptures such as Revelations 21:3, 4 which was also a comfort to mom. Sleep well mom.

At Verla’s request, there will be no service. Arrangements in care of Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson.

Craik, Obituary

Obituary: Dixon, JoAnne

web-obit-dixonDixon, JoAnne
1970 — 2016

With great sadness we announce the sudden passing of JoAnne (Garbiar) Dixon. JoAnne was an extraordinary human being. Anyone who was welcomed into JoAnne’s home was always amazed at how she made them feel like part of the family and how everlasting that simple gesture was. There wasn’t anything JoAnne didn’t do for her family, whether it be driving to the middle of nowhere for sports tournaments and rodeos, to helping her husband Darren on the family ranch.

While raising her three kids she found the time to put herself through secondary education as a special care aide. JoAnne worked for many years in various health care facilities. JoAnne’s love for the ranch led to her raising a successful goat herd with her son Clayton, taking care of orphan calves, long cattle drives, and many date nights with her husband checking on the newborns during calving season. If JoAnne wasn’t at the ranch, you could find her in her favourite place at the lake putting her feet up and relaxing.

JoAnne’s strength was always something to be admired. At the young age of 12 she was diagnosed with cancer, but she faced it head on and became not only a cancer survivor but also a thriver. In life she always accomplished everything she set her mind to, while helping others reach their own success.

JoAnne is survived by her loving family: husband Darren; daughters Chelsey and Cortni; parents John and Carol Garbiar; brothers Joe (Lisa) and Trevor (Ginger) Garbiar; mother- and father-in-law Wayne and Pat Dixon; brother-in-law Tony (Kourtney) Dixon; and countless cousins, nieces, and nephews. JoAnne was predeceased by her son Clayton.

JoAnne’s celebration of life was a private family service on Thursday, January 5, in the Aylesbury hall at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Clayton Dixon Cowboy Crisis Fund. Donations can be sent to Box 76, Chamberlain SK, S0G 0R0.

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

Kenaston, Obituary

Obituary: Prpich, Joseph

web-obit-prpichJoseph G. Prpich
Jan. 24, 1930 — Dec. 9, 2016

Joe passed away peacefully on December 9 at the age of 86 after a brief illness. He was predeceased by three siblings in Yugoslavia, his parents Manda (’83) and Steve (’94), brothers Ivan (’94) and Sam (’07), son Mitch (’96) and grandson Tyler (’94). Joe is remembered by his wife Marion of 57 years; sons Steve (Adrienne) and their children Mike (Julia), Chris (Jenn), Jen (Derek), Nick (Mackenzie) and Brittany (Brandon); son Rock (Reagan) and children Van and Jett; son Nick (Charlene) and children Tom, Tony, Alex and Katie; as well as nine great-grandchildren. Joe was born on the farm east of Kenaston in 1930, where he lived and farmed until his passing.

The Mass of Christian Burial was held on Thursday, Dec. 15, 2016 at St. Andrew’s R.C. Church in Kenaston. Memorial donations in memory of Joe may be directed to the Kenaston Fire Department and first responders or the Kenaston Community Rec. Board (KCRB). We imagine dad is sitting somewhere surrounded with family and friends who have passed before him with a smile on his face and a cold beer in his hand. Arrangements in care of Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson.