McLean, Velda Gayle
1936 – 2013
Velda Gayle McLean was born on Dec. 1, 1936 and received into the waiting arms of her daughter Diana on Sept. 17, 2013. She will be lovingly missed by her husband and friend of 50 years – Dalton; her daughters Linda (Ron) Book, Laurie (Ed) Niska, Joanne (Aime) Brochu, Beverly (Randy) Rusing, Jeannie (Jason) Coutts; son-in-law Joe Kretsch and her many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchild.
She was predeceased by her daughter Diana Joy Kretsch, her mother Gladys Meshka and her brother Ken Fraser.
As a homemaker, she passes on many favourite recipes; with her hobbies we all hold a treasure that she found or made; her nostalgia leaves us with many memories around the holidays and birthdays; her gardening leaves many flowers a bloom; her helping hands will not be forgotten by the community or by her family; the fish stories will live on; and her countless hours on the beach leave footprints that will never wash away. Velda spent her life looking after family, volunteering her time to many service clubs including Willing Workers, the Elbow Quilting Club and Wellness Clinic She enjoyed helping out at the Elbow rodeo, building of the Elbow playground and so many other community projects. She spent many happy days on the beach and loved to watch and teach all the kids to waterski and tube. Boating and fishing were some of her favourite pastimes. She enjoyed any activity her family and friends took part in.
Velda will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Her love will live on at every special occasion, the memories cherished, her laughter heard, her smile seen and her strength forever remembered!
We would like to thank all those who have paid tribute to Velda. Donations are gratefully received by the Elbow Quilting Club, the Palliative Care Unit at the Davidson Health Centre, the Canadian Cancer Research Fund or the charity of your choice.
Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson was in care of arrangements.

Arend, Joseph
Joe was born March 3, 1924 to Mary and Frank Arend in Handel, Sask. Dad was raised in the Davidson area. He attended Star and Kohl schools.
He worked as a hired man stooking and threshing for local farmers. Dad bought land and started farming. In the winter he went to Ontario and worked in the bush.
Joe married Erna Manz, Nov. 24, 1948. Dad and mom did mixed farming west of Girvin. They raised five children, Pat (Don) Old, Randy (Val) Arend, Joanne (Dennis) Lowes, Brian Arend and Bonnie (Barry) Kerpan.
In 1974 dad started custom combining in the States and Canada.
Because of mom’s failing health they moved to Davidson in 1994. Dad retired in 2010 at the age of 86, after he had health problems.
Dad was very proud of his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He always loved to visit with them and have a game of crib.
Dad loved combining, crib tournaments, auctions and collecting old cars. He belonged to a car club and travelled around Saskatchewan.
Dad passed away Oct. 2, 2013 at the Davidson Health Centre.
Rest in peace. We love you dad.

Arnie Wright
October 14, 1930 – September 9, 2013
It is with sadness that the family announces the death of Arnie Wright occurred at the Regina General Hospital at the age of 82. Arnie is survived by his loving wife Barbara (nee) Howarth of 58 years; two daughters, Maureen, Cheryl (Lloyd) Meshka, son Kevin (Debbie); nine grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephew; his brother Frank and mother-in-law Bella Howarth.
He was predeceased by his parents Arlo and Clara Wright, sister and brother-in-law Etta and Andrew Simon, grandson Douglas Hadden and sister-in-law Muriel Howarth.
Arnie was born, raised and educated in Craik, and farmed until 1990. He was an avid golfer, curler and in younger years played baseball, and was a past president and past secretary of Craik Lions. Ill health prevented him from enjoying the last few years of his life and he succumbed to heart failure on Sept. 9, 2013.

Smith
Alta Louise was born to Marguerite and James Glover on May 12, 1935. Alta was born and raised in Craik. Alta met her one true love in 1951. Bob and Alta became engaged on April 8, 1953 and less than two months later they were married.
Alta and Bob had four children: Debra Lynn, Terry Louise, Shawn Scott, and Jody James. Through the years, Bob and Alta lived in many homes. They lived in Davidson for many years before Bob was transferred to Saskatoon to continue his Superior Propane Career. While living in Saskatoon, they enjoyed playing cards with neighbours and visiting friends. Alta took up bowling and would play often in her spare time. Before long she discovered it as a new talent and became very good at it. For a short while, they moved to Martensville and then it was back to the city. It was after Bob passed away in 2001 that Alta decided to move back to Davidson where she lived until her passing.
When Alta wasn’t playing crib with Bob or taking care of the children, she was working on her many crafts. Some of the crafts she enjoyed were plastic canvas, cross stitch, needle point, beadwork, ceramics, sewing, knitting, crocheting and anything else she could get her hands on. Every craft she did she put her entire heart and soul into it. Consequently, she did very good work and showed great results.
Alta enjoyed expressing herself through writing, especially poetry. When Princess Diana passed away, she wrote a poem to her children, which she sent to them. She was delighted when she received a letter back from Prince Harry and Prince William.
In 2003, Alta took her poetry and published her very own book. “Treasures from the Heart” was a book filled with memories of family and friends that she was very proud of.
Alta took great pride in her children and grandchildren. She would always be there to listen and she was never quick to judge. She always treated each as a unique individual.
Mom, Gran, Mother-in-law, we will all miss you! Watch over us as we grow and move on in our lives. Rest in Peace!

Hugh David Miller
Dec. 9, 1929 – Sept. 8, 2013
Hugh Miller passed away at Parkside Extendicare in Regina, Sask. on Sunday, Sept. 8, 2013 after a brief battle with cancer. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Hugh was born and raised in Davidson, Sask. He moved to Regina to work at Sask. Cement Co. and later on in a new career as a Health and Safety officer for the Sask. Government. In retirement he enjoyed taking care of his home and family and travelled.
At his request no formal funeral will be held, instead a Celebration of his life will be held in Davidson, Sask. in December 2013. Anyone wishing to attend can contact Terry Monuik at 250-337-4037 or email timonuik@shaw.ca and details will be provided.

JESS

It is with sadness the family of Ollie Jess announces her passing on Wednesday, September 11, 2013, four days after celebrating her 89th birthday. Olga “Ollie” Joan Jess was born September 7, 1924 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Ollie was born to John and Katherine Hryhorash, the second of four children. She met Henry Jess in post war Winnipeg and the two were married June 16, 1945. Ollie and Henry moved to Saskatchewan and took up farming in the Davidson area. Ollie was kept busy on the farm raising her five children and running the household. She always had a large garden to tend to and was a talented seamstress; often making matching dresses for her daughters. In addition to her sewing, Ollie could also be found working on knitting and other handicrafts. After moving from the farm to Davidson, she worked at the nursing home as an Aide and later at the Davidson Hospital in the dietary department. Ollie was active with the Ladies Auxiliary to the Royal Canadian Legion, The Daughters of Rebekah, the United Church and her community. She enjoyed her retirement years, keeping busy with tending her flowers, playing bingo with her friends, hunting for bargains at auction sales and garage sales and continuing with her handicrafts making numerous afghans, quilts, moccasins and other crafts that she shared with her family and friends. Family was Ollie’s pride and joy and she thoroughly enjoyed the special visits and family events that she attended. She was predeceased by her husband, Henry Jess; her parents, John and Katherine; brother, Steven Hryhorash; sister, Jean Kosheluk; son-in-law, Jim Townsend; grandson, John Burke; and great-granddaughter, Jaryn Harlos. Ollie is survived by her children: daughter, Doreen (Dan) Smith (Charlene Burke, Dennis Russell and Patrick Russell); daughter, Dolores Townsend (James Townsend, Bonnie McIntyre, Tracy (Gary) McDowell and Connie Townsend); daughter, Patricia (Jim) McPike (Gina (Jeff) Kapty, Johnny Clement, David Clement and Renee (Carmine) Antonucci); daughter, Elaine (Ross) Tucker (Jason Tucker, Carla Tucker and Ryan (Karly) Tucker); and son, David (Cornelia) Jess (Marc Jess, Dorian Jess and Aaron Jess); 37 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren; brother, Norman (Olga) Hryhorash; brother-in-law, Walter (Stella) Jess; and many nieces and nephews. The Funeral Service was held on Sunday, September 15, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. in the Davidson United Church. Reverend Diane Eurig officiated and interment took place in Davidson Cemetery. Following the interment service, family and friends joined for a time of fellowship and fond remembrance. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Ollie’s name may be made to the Heartland Health Region c/o Davidson Health Centre, Box 758, Davidson, SK S0G 1A0. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Gary McDowell, Funeral Director. 306-693-4550 www.moosejawfuneralhome.com