Berdine Leona Harris
July 1, 1946 — September 14, 2016
Gone but not forgotten and forever we hold you close in our hearts. Left behind is Berdine’s daughter, Suzanne; friend Raymond; twin sister Bev; brothers Duane and Ron. She leaves behind lots of love and light.
Paragon Funeral and Cremation Services, 359-7776.
On August 1, 1947, Gary Manz was born in Davidson, Sask., to Leonard and Joyce Manz. He was the oldest of 10 children.
Gary attended Campbell school, then to Davidson to complete his Grade 12 at the young age of 16. He then furthered his education in Saskatoon and Moose Jaw training as a chartered accountant.
The next years, he worked for three multi-national corporations where he excelled to executive levels. These promotions took him to various locations such as Montreal, Pittsburgh, Jamaica, etc., ending in Toronto.
Gary excelled in curling and one of his claims to fame is that he lost in the Ontario provincial finals to the famous Russ Howard team. He played, coached, and generously supported many sports teams. Gary mentored and sponsored many people with alcohol and drug dependencies.
In 2009 he was diagnosed with COPD. A year later, he moved to Davidson, which was a huge adjustment for him, but he made the best of it.
During the last six years, he helped others with his accounting expertise and was very involved in the Lutheran church.
Two of his favourite things to do were curling and playing cards. He curled for about three seasons, enjoyed it very much, and was president of the club. He regularly played bridge with the local bridge club and made many friends there.
His cheerful and always upbeat attitude gave us joy. He affected a lot of people here with his humour and friendliness. He never complained about his failing health and always cared more about others than himself.
Gary passed away Sept. 11, 2016 in the Pasqua hospital in Regina. A service was held Thursday, Sept. 15 at 2:00 p.m. at the Catholic church in Davidson. He was buried in the Davidson cemetery. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hanson’s Funeral Home, Davidson.
Gary will be sadly missed by his family: Maxine and Ted Skibinsky, Crystal and Neil White, Marvin and Donna Manz, Vernon and Sandy Manz, Darwyn and Bernie Manz, Dana Gayle and Les Dahl, Marcia Palmer, Marla and Marvin Dezotell, and Darryl and Noreen Manz, along with many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Gary’s family would like to thank all of you for your support in food, cards, flowers, visits, and those who attended his service. He will be sadly missed by all of us.
By Joel van der Veen
DAVIDSON — There’s plenty of new faces on the RaiTec senior girls volleyball team this year.
Manager Sandra Baldwin said that five Grade 10 players have joined this fall, taking the place of five Grade 12 players who graduated in June.
Three other players did not return this year, making for a very different lineup, but Baldwin said she likes what she’s seeing so far.
“Things are looking very positive,” she said, adding that they are aiming to get the younger and older players working together and “clicking” as a team.
“We also look forward to doing as well as we can,” Baldwin continued. “It would be nice to make a return trip to provincials, but it’s pretty early.”
The team includes players from both Davidson and Loreburn, and its name comes from a combination of the schools’ teams, the Raiders and the Aztecs.
Last year’s RaiTec team was highly successful, enjoying many tournament wins and capping off the season with a gold-medal win at 2A provincial championships in November.
Coach Tony Baldwin returned to his post this year, assisted by Jacey Sanden. The team has a lineup of 11 players.
For the full story, please see the Sept. 12 edition of The Davidson Leader, or call 306-567-2047 to subscribe today.
COOK, Mary Christine (née Tomlenovich)
Christine, the second youngest and last living offspring of Paul Tomlenovich and Mary Masich, passed away at St. Paul’s Hospital on Saturday, September 3rd, 2016.
Chris was born September 30, 1922 on the family farm near Bladworth, Sask. She attended both Briggs School and later, Nutana Collegiate in Saskatoon. Her work career began at the Bay in Saskatoon prior to her move to Toronto at age 26.
On July 20, 1951 she married Samuel George William Cook, a dashing Air Force officer. Following Bill’s passing and after her retirement, she moved to Mississauga where she lived a full life with countless friends, enjoying many activities.
Just prior to her 93rd birthday, she made the decision and then the trip, to return home after being away for 67 years. She arrived in Saskatoon in September 2015 and lived at Trinity Manor where she was treated professionally and kindly by her caregivers. Chris often mentioned that if she knew there was so much love from her nephews and nieces in Saskatchewan, she would have come home long before now!
Christine was predeceased by her husband Bill (1919-1999), her parents Big Paul (1878-1963) and Mother Mary (1885-1953), siblings Catherine (1906-1984), Anne (1907-1999), Emily (1908-2005), Rose (1910-2006), Joseph Nickolas (1911-1919), Lucy (1913-2000), Josephine (1915-2000), Helen (1917-2006), Joseph Lawrence (1920 -1998), Leona (1925-2010); as well as extended family members, too numerous to mention. She is survived by several nephews and nieces.
At Christine’s request, there will be no funeral. She will be laid to rest alongside her family at St. Andrew’s Cemetery, Kenaston.
Arrangements entrusted to Hanson’s Funeral Home, Davidson.
Lenora Irene Schoenroth (née Mason)
Died peacefully on October 18, 2015 with her husband Kenn at her side. Lenora was much loved by her daughter Lorna, Lorna’s husband Jay and Lenora’s grandsons Evan Donnelly of Yellowknife, N.W.T., and Jack Donnelly of Toronto. Lenora will be greatly missed by her brother Glen Mason and his wife Phyllis Mason of Davidson, Sask., and the Schoenroth, Hoover and Hocevar families, as well as many other family members and friends.
Lenora dealt with Parkinson’s disease bravely and without complaint for 21 years. Lenora was a most gracious, kind person who loved music and art and was devoted to her family, friends and her church.
A memorial service was held on Friday, October 23 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Ansgar Lutheran Church at 600 Lawson Rd. in London, Ontario. In accordance with Lenora’s wishes, her ashes were interred at Girvin Cemetery in Saskatchewan on August 28, 2016.
Grant Russell
May 15, 1927 — Aug. 4, 2016
Grant Russell of Davidson, Sask., passed away peacefully at the Davidson Health Centre on Aug. 4, 2016 at the age of 89. Grant was raised on a farm in the Davidson/Bladworth area. His parents, Alexander and Jean (Scott), raised three children: Grant, Calvin and Kathleen (Loseth).
He received his education at Kipp School and Bladworth School. Grant and Calvin were employed at a bush camp in Red Lake, Ont., before returning to farm full-time. The Russell farm was established in 1911 and received the Century Farm award, which Grant was proud of.
Grant married Eileen Currie in 1952 when she was employed as a Practical Nurse in the local hospital. They raised two girls, Marilyn and Cheryl.
After retiring and moving into town, Grant enjoyed many drives into the country to check on the crops. He loved to garden and tinker in his workshop in town. He enjoyed his coffee outings daily, visiting with neighbours and friends.
Grant adored his family and spending time with them.
Grant is survived by his daughters Marilyn (Terry) Barros, Cheryl (Kent) Frank; grandchildren Calli and Kenley; Dillon, Raylene and Jordan; great-grandchildren Brooklyn, Grayson and Jayde; also survived by brothers- and sisters- in law Leonore Porter, Evelyn Currie, Ruth (Gary) Gooch, Dick (Myrlene) Currie; nieces and nephews and extended family.
Grant was predeceased by his parents Alex and Jean, wife Eileen, brother Calvin, sister Kathleen; brothers-in-law Victor, Bill and Don.
The celebration of Grant’s life took place on Thursday, Aug. 11 at 2 p.m. at Davidson United Church with Rev. Mathias Ross officiating. Todd Lockwood of Hanson’s Funeral Home, Davidson was entrusted with arrangements.