The Hanley Sabers pose for a group photo following a 69-61 win over the Wynyard Bears in the six-man 2A provincial final on Nov. 12.
By Joel van der Veen
HANLEY — Heading into the provincial football final last weekend, the Hanley Sabers had certainly done their homework.
They were up against an unfamiliar team — the Wynyard Bears — but video footage brought back from an earlier game in Watrous gave them some knowledge of what to expect.
“We studied film for two weeks before,” said senior player Marshall Prosofsky. “It was what was needed to win.”
That research paid off handsomely as Hanley claimed the six-man 2A provincial title in Wynyard on Nov. 12, winning with a score of 69-61.
It was the Sabers’ first time claiming the title since 2009, and their first trip to finals since 2012.
Sabers coach Mark Anderson said he was proud of his players, noting, “They just showed such resilience, and a determination to make it happen this year.”
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The Imperial Sabres’ Logan Rieger scores on Craik Warriors goalie Nathan Heinen during the Nov. 11 senior hockey game at the Craik Memorial Rink.
CRAIK — A loss at home to Imperial, followed by a win on the road over Foam Lake, made for an even weekend for the Craik Warriors.
Craik hosted the Imperial Sabres on Nov. 11, ending with an 8-5 loss for the home team.
The Sabres racked up a 5-0 lead in the first two periods, including two goals by Andrew Stratton and single goals for Riley Woiden, Logan Rieger and Keeran Ingram.
Craik recovered somewhat in the third period, with Jonathan Reich, Bert Watkins, Tyson Scott, Matt Watkins and Landon Fahlman scoring one goal each.
Two goals by David Baade, both unassisted, and a third goal for Andrew Stratton allowed the Sabres to maintain their lead.
On Nov. 12, Craik visited the Foam Lake Flyers, enjoying a 7-4 win.
The Warriors took a 4-2 lead in the first period. Cameron Reich scored twice, with Matt Watkins and Dillon Taylor also adding to the tally.
Foam Lake tied the score at four points each in the second period. Jonathan Reich broke the tie with a goal for Craik at 1:35 remaining.
Back-to-back goals by Craik’s Matt Watkins clinched the win for the Warriors in the third period.
Nathan Heinen was in the net for Craik for both games.
For the full story and results across the district, see the Nov. 21 edition of The Davidson Leader or call 306-567-2047 to subscribe today.
Adele Ruth Boyce passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 13, 2016 at the Health Centre in Craik, Sask.
Adele was born on September 1, 1927, at the family homestead. She was predeceased by her infant son, Ronald Barnett, her first husband Albert John (Barney) Barnett, her second husband Harold Boyce, and her loving friend Vern Wildfong; her parents Carl and Alta Alles; and her sister Bernice (Alles) Clifton.
She leaves to mourn her passing, her immediate family: Darlene (Clifton) MacDonald and her children Tannis MacDonald (Stephen Onda), Lauren MacDonald (Travis Haukaas) and Taylor MacDonald; great-nieces and nephew Olivia, Lydia and Declan; Rick and Lorraine Reich and their sons Jonathan and Cameron.
Also left to cherish her memory are numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends whom she made throughout her incredible life.
The funeral service was held at Craik United Church on Friday, November 18 at 1:30 p.m. with a tea to follow at the Craik Community Hall.
We would like to thank all the staff at the Craik Health Centre for their loving care and support for her these last two years. Memorials in memory of Adele may be made to a local charity of choice.
Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson in charge of arrangements.
It is official. The last surviving sibling, and baby of the family of Mike and Eva Pavelich, the “cowboy” from the hills left us at the age of 85 on Sunday, November 13, 2016. Predeceased by his wife Mildred Pavelich in 2007, he is survived by six kids, Clayton, Lammie, Cindy, Annette, Virginia, Michael and their families. As per his request, there will be no service.
Hanson’s Funeral Home, Davidson in charge of arrangements.
Organist Ruth Rendall plays a piece from memory at the close of Loreburn United Church’s final service on Nov. 6.
By Joel van der Veen
LOREBURN — When lightning struck the Loreburn United Church in May 1948, igniting a fire that destroyed the building, its members faced some difficult questions.
“I can only imagine the horror that went through everyone’s mind the night that happened,” said Keith Forrest, speaking to the congregation on Sunday.
“In the Christian faith the question always is ‘why.’ Why this church? Why now? Why would God let that happen?”
Before long, the church’s members — including Forrest’s father John — turned to the idea of rebuilding. In 1949 they built a new sanctuary on the same site, with people of all denominations throwing their support behind the project.
“The question ‘why’ turned out to be a positive,” said Forrest, “so this community could rally, rebuild and start all over again.”
Forrest himself noted the irony as he spoke to the crowd gathered for the church’s final service on Sunday.
While his father had played a large part in the church’s construction almost 70 years ago, he said, “I’m one of the people that has the honour of selling it.”
A service of closure was held at Loreburn United Church on Nov. 6, marking the end of a 98-year history.
Roughly 50 people were in attendance, virtually all of them middle-aged or older.
The crowd easily dwarfed the church’s usual attendance — between 10 and 15 people on a typical Sunday morning, and sometimes dipping into single digits, especially during the winter months.
Leaders said it is increasingly difficult to find volunteers to run programs or even maintain the building, with more work falling on fewer shoulders.
The church board made the decision several months ago to put the Loreburn building up for sale and amalgamate with Elbow United Church. (A call for tenders was issued in August but has so far been unsuccessful.)
The two churches already share a minister, Rev. Ursula Wiig, and recently they have held services on an alternating basis — one week in Elbow, the next week in Loreburn.
For the full story and more photos, please see the Nov. 14 edition of The Davidson Leader or call 306-567-2047 to subscribe today.
HANLEY — They met at a dance at the Hanley Opera House, and after two years of courtship, the rest was history.
Family, friends and wellwishers filled the Hanley Centennial Hall last Saturday to celebrate a milestone anniversary for Roy and Lillian Tweet.
The Tweets were the guests of honour at a come-and-go party, marking exactly 70 years since their marriage on Nov. 5, 1946.
The event attracted visitors from as far as the Turks and Caicos Islands, as well as guests from North Carolina and Florida, and many from Canada’s Western provinces.
The happy couple was in good spirits during the party, welcoming their guests with smiles and hugs.
“It’s pretty awesome to have so many family and friends,” said Lillian. “I didn’t think it would be that many.”
For the full story, please see the Nov. 14 edition of The Davidson Leader or call 306-567-2047 to subscribe today.
