It is with deep sadness that the family of Agnes McLelland announces her sudden passing on Tuesday, May 5, 2015 at the age of 88 years. She was born on July 28, 1926 in Kinloss Township, Ont., to Joseph and Mary-Anne Conley. After she completed her schooling, Agnes worked as a ticket agent for the CNR in Brampton. She then moved to Lucknow where she accepted a position as a bank clerk with the Bank of Montreal. This is where she met and married Ron. They moved to Loreburn in 1951, where they farmed and raised a family. Agnes was very active in the local community with the United Church Women’s Auxiliary, the Lions Band Committee, 4H Club and Loreburn Curling Club. She was an avid curler and was a member of a local curling team that won three district championships as well as qualifying for the Provincial Curling Championship in 1975. After retiring from the sport, she continued to follow all forms of competitive curling. Agnes loved gardening and baking, often sharing her produce with the community. She was well known for her Halloween popcorn balls, which she shared with children and parent trick-or-treaters. She loved to do needlepoint and crocheting until arthritis slowed her nimble fingers down. Her latest hobby was putting together photo albums for each family member. Agnes worked alongside Ron assisting in farming activities for 60 years before retiring to Saskatoon in 2012. Unfortunately, Ron fell ill and Mom continued to care for him for two-and-a-half years. Agnes was predeceased by her husband Ron, parents Joseph and Mary-Anne Conley, brothers Jim, Ivan, Eugene, Len and sister Rena. She is survived by her son Cameron (Eileen) McLelland, daughter Marlene Strenger, grandchildren Chrysten and Kristyanne (Chun). In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. The family would like to thank the staff and management of Brightwater Senior Living of Stonebridge, where Agnes resided, especially Gladys Kramer. Mom made many new friends and really enjoyed all the activities and, of course, her role as an Ambassador welcoming new residents to the community. At Agnes’ request, a private graveside service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to the Outlook Funeral Chapel 306-867-8255.

Bill passed away on February 22, 2015 at the age of 77.  Bill was raised on the family farm north of Davidson until he moved into town in 1995. Bill enjoyed farming, cattle, nature and daily coffee.

Bill was predeceased by his parents, Jack and Violet McPhee, and his brother Don McPhee. Bill is survived by his sisters Marion McNabb, Norma Olliffe, Janet DeWalt and brother Neil McPhee, as well as several nieces and nephews.

There was a celebration of Bill’s Life at the Davidson Cemetery, Saturday, May 2, 2015 at 2 p.m. with Brian Hanson officiating. For friends so wishing memorial donations in memory of Bill may be directed to the charity of your choice. Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson was in care of arrangements.

Marilyn Rose Domotor (Jo), age 71, of Saskatoon, formerly of Davidson, Sask., passed away at St. Paul’s Hospital on April 7, 2015 with her children by her side.

Marilyn was born in Saskatoon on December 4, 1943. She married the love of her life, James Domotor, on August 8, 1964. They raised their children, farmed and lived in Davidson until returning back to Saskatoon during her later years.

Marilyn lived her life till her last moments with a strong spirit, genuine heart and kind soul. She was actively involved in her children’s and grandchildren’s lives and activities. She will always be remembered for her beautiful smile and captivating personality.

Marilyn was predeceased by her parents Walter and Kathleen Rowley, her husband Jim and two sisters, Vina and Phyllis. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Bryon, Donna, Jennifer, Nancy (Greg); her grandchildren Dalton, Deon, Skye, Sierra, Annika, Katie, Karly; sisters Doris and Evelyn; and several nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the staff of the St. Paul’s Palliative Care and Palliative Homecare nurses for the compassionate care Mom received during her last days.

Services were held on April 11, 2015 at the Davidson United Church and she will be laid to rest beside her loving husband. Arrangements were entrusted to Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson.

Long-time Bladworth resident Darryl Mathers died suddenly early Tuesday morning, April 28, 2015 in Bladworth. Darryl was predeceased by his parents, Dan and Ethel Mathers. He is survived by his sister, Dianne Mathers of Kelowna, his nephew Tyson Daoust and his niece Carleen Daoust. Darryl attended school in Bladworth, farmed the family land and later worked for CN for many years in various Saskatchewan locations. He spent the last seventeen years of his working career at Panther Industries of Davidson. Darryl was also well known for his singing and for the musical entertainment service he provided for special events. Darryl had a great many friends in the Bladworth-Davidson area and across the country. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. A Celebration of Darryl Mathers’ life will be held in the Elks Hall in Bladworth at 2:00 p.m., Monday, May 4. For friends so wishing, memorial donations in memory of Darryl may be directed to the Sask. Heart and Stroke Foundation, Bladworth Elks, Bladworth Hall or to a charity of choice. Hanson’s Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

“A star that burns twice as bright, burns half as long.”

Joan Marie Binder was born August 26, 1958 in Craik and passed away April 1, 2015 with loved ones by her side at the Davidson Health Centre.

She is survived by her loving husband Kevin and their furkids Rosie, Muffin, Misty, Jam and Molly; Joan’s father Chris Heathcote; brother Grant Heathcote; sisters: Christine (John) Boyd; Kathaleen (Doug) Snider; Jean (Lyle) Hannan; Helen (Webb) Lee; Joan’s father-in-law Gary Binder, Richard Munroe; mother-in-law Lois (Craig) Menzie; sisters-in-law: Karen (Grant) Murray; Jodi Binder; nephews: Jason (Trish) Boyd; Rick (Jolene) Roberge; Chandler, Grayson and Steele Heathcote; Adam and Chris Lee; Brent Murray; nieces: Julie (Jason) Bellina; Terryl (Justin) Way; Kim (Steve) Hart; Maggie and Hannah Lee; Patricia, Heather and Kristine Murray; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, great-nieces and nephews, and other family members.

Joan was predeceased by her mother Muriel Heathcote.

Funeral services were held at Craik Legion Hall on April 8, 2015.

Interment will be held at a later date at Craik Cemetery.

Arrangements entrusted to Hanson’s Funeral Home.

Gladys Lillian Kergen passed away peacefully on Friday, March 6, 2015 at the Davidson Health Centre at the age of 83.

Gladys was born in Davidson on Sept. 7, 1931 to Jim and Selina Mercier along with her brother Sid and sister Marlene.

Gladys married the love of her life, Paul on June 9, 1956 and together they raised three children, Brad, Pat and Sid. Gladys had 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren who she absolutely adored. When she passed away the family recalled many wonderful memories of time spent with grandma and grandpa at the farm. The coffee pot was always on for friends and family and food was abundant. Grandma made the best macaroni and cheese, cinnamon toast and had the best snack cupboard ever. Summer days were spent playing outside (but not on the bales!), riding horses and driving motorbikes. There was never a shortage of cousins to play dress-up or have sleepovers with at the farm.

Gladys defined what it was to be a grandma and being on the receiving end of that kind of love was something exceptional. Her face lit up whenever her great-grandchildren visited and she loved them dearly. She will be loved and missed everyday.

The celebration of Gladys’s life was held Tuesday, April 7 at 11:00 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Parish with Father Joseph Gyim-Austin officiating. The choir was in attendance with soloist Karen Reich singing Ave Maria. Pallbearers were grandsons Andrew, Jarrett, Dustin, Billy, Adrian and Nic. A tribute was written and read by granddaughter Kandra Kergen who shared memories of Gladys and what she meant to each and every one of us who shared in her life.

Gladys is survived by her family: son Brad (Kathy) and family Kandra (A-Jay Buhay), Paige (Daris) Rink and Ryan; daughter Pat (Stuart) Dougan and family Erin (Billy) Gust and children Will, Eva and Georgia, Andrew and Jarrett (Chandra); son Sid (Charlene) and family Shayla (Adrian Diakow) and children Brooklyn, Nevan, Dawson and Ryden, Michelle (Marc Valois), Ashley (Nic) DeGoede and children Hannah and Ava, Dustin (Kalee Davis) and daughter Emma. Gladys is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and other family members.

Gladys was predeceased by her husband Paul, her parents Jim and Selina Mercier, brother Sid and sister Marlene and a granddaughter Tia Avery Kergen as well as other family members.

For friends so wishing, memorials in memory of Gladys may be directed to the Davidson Swimming Pool (Town of Davidson) or to the Health Centre Activity Fund (Heartland Health Region) or to a charity of your choice.

Interment was at the Davidson Cemetery and arrangements entrusted to Hanson’s Funeral Home.