Category Archives: Obituary

Bladworth, Davidson, Obituary

Obituary: Loseth, Kathleen Elizabeth

Loseth, Kathleen
Loseth, Kathleen

Loseth, Kathleen Elizabeth
1930 — 2016

On Thursday, January 28, 2016, Kathleen Elizabeth Loseth (nee Russell) of Saskatoon, peacefully passed away with her children at her side, at St. Paul’s Hospital. Born on July 24, 1930, in the Bladworth area, she was raised on a farm with her parents, Alexander and Jean Russell and older brothers, Grant and Calvin. At the age of 16 months, Kathleen (Kitty) contracted polio which throughout her life never slowed her down. In fact, it gave her strength and tremendous will power to accomplish anything she put her mind to. She ventured out to the big city of Saskatoon to attend Robertson Secretarial School in the early 50’s followed by work at Fish and Wildlife, Medical Services, Western Development Museum and for years helped with Vic’s business. She met Victor Loseth in Saskatoon and was married on May 24, 1955, where they resided all their lives. Blessed with two children, Richard and Lori, Kathleen was a very active participant and supporter of their various activities and lives. This support extended to her children’s spouses Janet Park (Richard) and Richard Frank (Lori) and her nieces Marilyn and Cheryl and their families. She was widowed in 1987 yet maintained the family home for over 20 years on her own until she moved to the Primrose Chateau where she lived until her passing. She thoroughly embraced the role of “Nannie” to Richard and Lori’s children beginning in 1991 with the birth of her only grandson, Christopher, and then in 1995 with the birth of her twin granddaughters, Brooklyn and Alexandra. She carried on the role of supporter, cheerleader and mentor in their lives and did so until the day of her death. Many of Kathleen’s friends are people that she met from all aspects of her life. She proudly cherished those lifelong friendships. Kathleen loved to laugh, play cards, shop, garden, cook and was a great listener. She was strong willed, a quality that served her well with her many health challenges over the years. She always held her family members and others in her life accountable and made us all better for it. Anyone that encountered mom over the years will recall a strong spirit, her twinkling eyes and big smile. Because of her physical disabilities, she excelled at being resourceful and a problem solver. She was predeceased by her parents, Alex and Jean; father-in-law Halvor; husband Victor; brother Calvin and sister-in-law Eileen. She will be remembered as cheerful, remarkably strong and a loving daughter, sister, wife, mom, grandmother, and friend. If you were lucky enough to meet her, you will know what we mean. She will always be loved and never forgotten. A Funeral Service to celebrate all the good memories and her life will be held on Thursday, February 4, 2016, at 11 a.m. at Saskatoon Funeral Home. Interment will take place at Woodlawn Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to mail@saskatoonfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Saskatoon Funeral Home (244-5577).

Kenaston, Obituary

Obituary: Sagen, Mary

Mary Sagen
Mary Sagen

Sagen, Mary

Mary Sagen, aged 101 years, passed away peacefully at Oliver Lodge in Saskatoon, Sask. Monday, January 25, 2016.

Mary was born December 12, 1914 to Sam and Anna Horbach in the little village of Ochrimovitz in western Ukraine. She immigrated with her family to Canada in 1928 and settled in Redfield, Saskatchewan.

On November 23, 1939 she married Mike Sagen. They lived and farmed in the Kenaston area. They were a devoted couple and enjoyed over 58 years of marriage. Mary loved farming and was always interested in it, even the many years she was no longer on the farm. She was no stranger to hard work and could always be counted on to help Mike whenever he needed. Her big, well cared for garden was always one of her pleasures and she continued to garden well into her 90s. But nothing gave Mary more pleasure than people. Her hospitality was well known and no one ever left her home without being well fed and having coffee. Mary’s perogies were the best!

With Mike’s help, Mary taught herself to read. This was an accomplishment she was very proud of. She often spoke of how happy she was that she learned to read. Her Bible was certainly a well read book and you could see that just by looking at it. Her reading of the Scriptures and her long time association with Jehovah’s Witnesses helped her gain a knowledge of her Creator and faith in his promises for a better world.

Mary was predeceased by her husband Mike, her sister Dora, her brothers Bill, Ray and Pete. Mary is survived by her sister Jean Pidwerbesky, sister-in-law Mary (Jim) Maynard and numerous nieces and nephews.

Mary was loved and will be missed by many. She will be remembered by all who knew her as a generous, loving and wonderful lady.

A funeral service will be held for Mary at Kenaston Place, Kenaston, Saskatchewan on Feb. 8, 2016 at 2 p.m.

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

Davidson, Obituary

Obituary: Schmit, Gwendolyn Berne

Berne Schmit
Berne Schmit

Schmit, Gwendolyn Berne
February 12, 1928 — January 28, 2016

Berne Schmit passed away in the Davidson Health Centre in the late afternoon of Jan. 28. Born in Young, Sask., Berne was the second oldest child born to Maitland and Muriel (Easson) Blachford of the Colonsay/Zelma district.

Mom took her early schooling at Colonsay and Ardath schools. Upon graduation she went on to take nurse’s training at the St. Paul’s Hospital School of Nursing, Saskatoon, graduating in 1949. From there she attended the St. Paul’s Hospital School of Nursing, Vancouver, receiving a post-graduate certificate in surgery in 1950.

Her nursing career took her to many locations including the Vancouver General Hospital, Weyburn General Hospital, Davidson Union Hospital and then to the Saskatoon City Hospital before again returning to Davidson.

Back at Davidson, she met Bob Schmit and they were married April 7, 1953 at St. Paul’s Cathedral, Saskatoon. She and Bob had three children — Laurie, Jim and Denise.

There were many high points in her nursing career, which included being employed as a nurse specialist with Dr. Crosby, a Regina cardiologist flying to various points in Canada and the U.S. to perform surgeries. She was also involved in the planning and layout of the surgical suites in the original 1954 portion of the Royal University Hospital, Saskatoon. She later made an application to work in the U.S., but stayed in Canada to look after her mother’s health. Most of all, she enjoyed working in the Saskatoon Public Health Region as a public health nurse covering various rural municipalities and points along Highways 2, 11 and 19.

Berne continued to work on and off at the Davidson Hospital as she and Bob raised their family. In the summer of 1967, she began working full-time as a public health nurse, retiring in May of 1985.

Mom was involved in the community as a member of the Davidson Library Board and the Davidson Prairie View Lodge Board, but most of all she was a compassionate person helping who she could at any time when needed.

Berne was sports-minded, known to play hockey at a young age to playing ball, tennis, bowling, curling and golfing. The love of golf brought home many prizes and many stories. In later years she closely followed sports on television.

Mom also liked to travel – both driving and flying. She visited many points in Canada, the U.S. and beyond, including trips to places like Hawaii, Las Vegas, Puerto Vallarta, Cancun, Barbados and Jamaica.

Berne enjoyed working on the farm, but most of all enjoyed being outside in the yard and fresh air. The trees, lawns and flowers at the old farm north of Davidson certainly attested to this.

In December of 2003, Bob and Berne moved off the farm and into town. Here she continued to enjoy golf and yard work. As time went on she found herself dedicating more time to caring for Bob and then eventually to her diminishing health. She was able to actively golf into her 87th year. Up until the end she cherished her time with friends, family and enjoyed the occasional outing to the casino.

Berne is survived by her children Laurie, Jim (Allison) and Denise (Lonnie); grandchildren Kelly (Kenny), Rob (Sharmayne) and Kiel; extended family Josh, Melissa and Mykaila; great-grandchildren Blake, Nolan, Evhan, Kacie and Rylyn; Rhyder and Braylee as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews; her sister Pat (Keith); her brothers Laurie (Irene), Cam (Donyan), Ian (Barbara), and Bruce (Marline); brother-in-law Doug (Inez) and sister-in-law Betty.

She was predeceased by her husband Bob in 2012, her sister Joan in 2004, her parents, and various in-laws.

At Berne’s request there will be no funeral or memorial service. A celebration of life is tentatively planned for the May 7 weekend. An announcement outlining details will be placed into The Davidson Leader prior to that date.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Berne may be directed to the Davidson Golf and Country Club or the Davidson EMS Equipment Fund with cheques made payable to the Town of Davidson.

We miss you already. Rest in peace Mom!

Kenaston, Obituary

Obituary: Sinnett, Reginald

Sinnett, Reginald
October 24, 1948 — January 5, 2016

It is with great sadness, we announce the sudden passing of our father, grandfather, brother and friend. He will be lovingly remembered and missed by his daughters Nicole Davis (Mike), Leanne Sinnett and grandchildren Mackenzie and Danica Davis along with his brothers and sisters. A family celebration will be held in the summer.

Kenaston, Obituary

Obituary: Matovich, Ray

Ray Matovich
Ray Matovich

Matovich, Raymond Lawrence
Sept. 30, 1940 — Jan. 25, 2016

Ray Matovich passed away at Royal University Hospital on Jan. 25, 2016, at the age of 75.

Ray was born in Flin Flon, Man. He was the eldest of eight siblings. He grew up on the family farm in Kenaston, Sask., attending school and marrying his wife Paulette (Dube) in 1963.

Together in their 52 years of marriage they lived in various places Saskatoon, Edmonton, Lanigan, Airdrie, and finally back home to Kenaston. Ray was a farmer, a trucker, a log home builder, construction foreman and a pipeliner. He made many lifelong friends wherever he lived.

He is lovingly remembered by his wife Paulette; daughter Celeste Matovich; son Orrin (Caron) Matovich and their children Maria, Noel, Rachael and Eve; brothers Jim (Wendy) Matovich, Alfred (Diane) Matovich; sisters Rose Matovich, Veronica (Linty) Crawford, Nadine (Bruce) Walter, Barbara (Walter) Sagen; brother-in-law Floyd (Mari) Dube; sisters-in-law Carmelle Pavelich, Florence (Dale) Onishenko, Raye (Ian) Jaffe; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was predeceased by son Ian Matovich; parents Martin and Elizabeth Matovich; in-laws Elzear and Aline Dube; brother Francis Matovich; brothers-in-law Robert Dube, George Pavelich, Emile Sorin; sister-in-law Rose Sorin; nephews Riel Dube, Daniel Dube, Maurice Bouchard; great-nephew Eric Schmidt.

Ray was a loyal Knights of Columbus member and enjoyed curling, softball, telling jokes and being with his family. The family would like to thank the staff at the University Hospital: Dr. Palan, Dr. Pearson, Dr. DeVillier, Dr. Chris, and especially the nurses in Emergency and Cardiac ICU.

Prayers were held Thursday, Jan. 28, with a Mass of Christian Burial the following day, Jan. 29 at St. Andrew’s Church, Kenaston, Sask. For those so wishing, donations in memory of Ray can be made to the charity of your choice or the St. Andrew’s cemetery fund. Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson was in care of arrangements.

Davidson, Obituary

Obituary: Brooke, September

September Brooke
September Brooke

Brooke, September
December 10, 1962 — January 10, 2016

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of September Brooke on Jan. 10, 2016. September was born in Maple Creek, Sask., to Gerald Burt and Gloria Williams. She graduated from Davidson High School in 1980 and lived in Davidson for the remainder of her life.

September’s love of books and reading led her to pursue a career as a librarian. She worked as the branch librarian in Davidson from 1998, receiving a certificate with honours in Library Training in December 2010. Her dedication to lifelong learning and teaching is being recognized by Palliser Regional Library through the naming of the September Brooke Rural Education Bursary.

September was predeceased by her grandparents Anne and Jake Williams, Ruth and Lloyd Burt and twin daughters born prematurely in 1983. She is survived by her husband Josh; three children, Rob (Vanessa), Chantelle (Sven) and Sheldon (Aimee); grandchildren Layne and Hailey; parents Gerald and Gloria; siblings Monty (Heather) and Holly (Robin); as well as numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Her family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at the Davidson Health Centre and the Saskatoon Cancer Centre for their dedication and care.

A service for September was held in Davidson on Jan. 23, 2016. Donations in her memory can be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada, Saskatoon Cancer Centre, and the Davidson Public Library. Arrangements were in care of Hanson’s Funeral Home.