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David Robert (Bob) McClinton
David Robert (Bob) McClinton, of Yellow Grass, SK, passed away May 1, 1999 at 86 years. He was predeceased by his parents Dave and Margaret McClinton; two infant daughters, Ruth and Roseanne; his brother Don; sister Jean and husband Alex Scott; sister Bessie and husband Cliff Forry; three other brothers-in-law, Bill Irwin, Bud Thomas and Walter Murray, and nephew David Forry. He is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Eleanor; daughter, Eileen (Ron) Elkington of Swift Current; son, Lorne (Angie) of Yellow Grass and his former wife, Carla of Milestone; son, Blaire McClinton of Indian Head; sister Isabel Thomas, Hamilton, ON; brother Fred (Luella) McClinton, Yellow Grass; sister-in-law Jean McClinton, Weyburn; four grandchildren
: Kimberly and Gregory Elkington and Robbie and Zachary McClinton; mother-in-law Elizabeth Rivers, Swift Current; his wife's five sisters and six brothers and their spouses: Jim (Marguerite), Milly (Jack), June, Gilbert (Marion), Doreen (Grant), Helen (Don), Paul (Gloria), Syd (Marlene), Richard (Eva), Priscilla (Gary), Earl (Frieda); and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Bob was born in 1912 in Yellow Grass. In 1930 he started attending the University of Saskatchewan but due to the depression discontinued until 1949 when he returned and graduated in 1952 with a B.S.A. Lifelong friends were made there. He returned to the grain and registered Holstein dairy farm, working with his brothers Fred and Don. In 1952 he married Eleanor White a former teacher and graduate from the U.C.T.S. In 1962 he took over the dairy business which he operated until 1976 with efficient help. Bob was a faithful member of the Yellow Grass United Church and participated in many committees locally and in the wider church. He also encouraged Eleanor to actively serve in the church, locally and beyond. In the 1940's he was a 4-H Calf Club leader. In the 1950's he was a Club leader. Later he served six years on the Yellow Grass Golden Harvest Centre's executive. His chief pride and joy were his children and grandchildren, all of whom have inherited his keen love of reading. The funeral service was held Tuesday, May 4, at 2:00 p.m. from the Yellow Grass United Church with Rev. Lynda Harrison officiating. Interment at the Yellow Grass cemetery. All those in attendance were considered to be honorary pallbearers. The active pallbearers were: Richard Erb, Earl White, Jim McClinton, Bruce McClinton, Blair Berg and Ken Irwin. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Yellow Grass United Church Mission and Service Fund c/o Lilian Marshall, Yellow Grass, SK S0G 5J0 or to St. Andrew's College, 1121 College Dr., Saskatoon, SK S7N 0W3 or to a charity of choice would be appreciated. Arrangements were in care of Hastings-Dionne Funeral Home, Weyburn.
Isabel Erickson
On Thursday, May 6, 1999, Isabel Erickson, late of Weyburn, passed away at the age of 88 years. Predeceased by her parents, William and Margaret Fowler; her husband, Elmer Erickson; three brothers: Alex Fowler, John Fowler and Bill Fowler; two sisters: Muriel Colwell and Margaret Fowler; one sister-in-law, Mabel Fowler and one brother-in-law, Elsin Colwell. Isabel is survived by one daughter, Joyce (Jack) Beck of Weyburn; one son, Larry (Elaine) Phillips of Weyburn; one sister, Flora LaSalle of Moose Jaw; one sister-in-law, Lola Fowler of Weyburn; four grandsons: Dale Schmidt, Gary Schmidt, Darren Schmidt and Francis Phillips; two granddaughters: Kathy Bloor and Karen Hills; 12 great grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Isabel was born March 4, 1911 to Bill and Margaret Fowler who came from Aberdeen, Scotland in 1910 and homesteaded at Glasnevin, SK. They moved to a farm at Ogema, SK in 1920. In 1926 the family moved to a farm south of Yeomans, SK. Isabel received her schooling at Linden School in Ogema. She helped on the family farm at Yeomans and later worked on the farm for Clifford and Minnie Gallinger and also on the Wadell farm in the area. In 1936 she married Ed Phillips. They lived in Weyburn until 1940 when they moved to a farm south of Yeomans. In 1944 they moved to a farm north of Grassdale, SK. They raised two children, Larry born 1937 and Joyce born 1942. Isabel moved to Weyburn in 1959 and married Elmer Erickson in 1961. They moved to Midale where she worked as a cook in the Midale Hospital for several years then moving back to Weyburn to retire. After losing her husband Elmer, she moved to Heritage Place in Weyburn where she lived until March of 1999 when she suffered a stroke. Isabel then received special care at Souris Valley Extended Care Centre until her passing. She was a member of the Yeomans Sewing Circle for many years and later helped with wake-up security at Heritage Place. She also enjoyed reading and was very fond of birds and animals. Isabel took great pleasure in seeing her family, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She had a special quality that drew her close to the people she knew. Funeral service was held Tuesday, May 11 at 2:00 p.m. from Fletcher Funeral Chapel, Weyburn, with Bill Corkum officiating minister. Interment followed in Green Acres Memorial Gardens, Weyburn. All those in attendance were considered to be honorary pallbearers. The active pallbearers were her grandsons: Dale, Gary and Darren Schmidt and Francis Phillips. For friends so wishing, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan in her memory. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
Margaret McKinnon
Margaret McKinnon, on Wednesday, May 12, 1999 in her 87th year, lovingly cared for at Parkview Lodge. Predeceased by her brother, Norman Keith McKinnon, Mar will be greatly missed by her sisters Eleanor McKinnon of Regina, Ruth (Willard) Estey of Toronto, and Jean Johnson of Regina. She is remembered with great affection by her nieces, Ellie Pattillo, Jane McKinnon and Gail MacNaughton of Toronto and Ann Knight of Port Carling, ON; and by her nephews, Bill Estey of Toronto, John Estey of Chicago, and Paul Estey of California, and by the Reverend Matthew Johnson of Vancouver and Keith Johnson of Regina. Also saddened by her death are her many great nephews, great nieces, cousins and friends in whose lives she always took great interest. Mar grew up in Weyburn, graduated with a McMaster University Bachelor of Arts degree from Brandon College and worked for a time in her father's department store before joining the Saskatchewan Public Service. There she served as private secretary to a number of cabinet ministers in successive Saskatchewan governments. Mar enjoyed her work, playing golf and curling, and in later years, being an armchair coach for the Roughriders, Sandra Schmirler and team, and the Toronto Blue Jays. As one who enjoyed life at all times, Mar's trademark was her constant good nature. A gentle, loving person, she was a dear friend who will be sorely missed by all who knew her. A service to celebrate Mar's life was held Tuesday, May 18 at 11:30 a.m. in Speers Funeral Chapel, Regina, with the Reverend Henry Friesen of First Baptist Church officiating. Following a reception, interment took place in the family plot in Weyburn. Donations may be made to the CNIB, 2550 Broad Street, Regina, SK S4P 2Z4 or to their favourite charity.
Fredrick Arthur Weise
On Friday, May 7, 1999 Fredrick Arthur Weise late of Stoughton, passed away at the Weyburn General Hospital, at the age of 68 years. Fredrick was born February 28, 1931 at Kisbey, SK. He was predeceased by his father and mother, Edward and Annie Weise; three brothers: Gustav, Joseph and Rudolph Weise; two sisters: Tillie Weise and Martha Burkart; three sisters-in-law: Louise Weise, Bertha Weise and Norie Weise. Fredrick is survived by two brothers: Ben Weise of Stoughton, and Alex Weise of Eckville, AB; three sisters: Ann (Lloyd) Clarkson of Ladner, BC; Olga (Louis) Walbaum of Weyburn; and Edith (Garret) Vandorp of Drayton Valley, AB; one sister-in-law, Laura Weise of Stoughton; one brother-in-law, Jack Burkart of Yorkton; four nieces and nine nephews. Funeral service was held Monday, May 10 at 2:00 p.m. from St. Luke's Lutheran Church, Woodley, with Rev. Heather Anderson officiating. Interment followed in Woodley Cromar Cemetery, Woodley. All those in attendance were considered to be honorary pallbearers. The active pallbearers were: Adolph Fischer, Herman Fischer, Larry Weise, Darren Walbaum, Hazen Clarkson and Robert Burkart. For friends so wishing, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society in his memory. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
Robert Frederick (Fred) West
On Friday, May 14, 1999, Robert Frederick (Fred) West of Weyburn passed away suddenly at the Weyburn General Hospital. He was 88 years of age. Fred was much loved and will be missed dearly by his nieces and nephews: May Mazur; Herb and Irene Conn; Rose Marie and Len Gustensen; Betty Asten; Don and Donna West; Garth and Audrey West; Glenn and Emma Tindall, Ethel Kelly; Gordon and Kay Tindall; Phillip and Mabel Tindall; Vera and Elmer Ross; Dorland and Dorothy Tindall; Betty and Bill Garling; Maxine Cozart; Ernie and Diane Cozart; Abbie and Jean Cozart; Arnold and Fern Cozart; Wayne and Elaine Cozart; Lyle and Joyce Cozart; Ed and Marcil Cozart; Marilyn and John Coote; Sharon and David Manning; Haven West and Irma Jean and Dennis Kittelson. He is also survived by many great nieces and great nephews. Fred was predeceased by his parents, John West (born in Germany) and Jeannie Jack (born in Scotland), as well as four brothers: Henry, Ed, Jim and Gordon; and four sisters: Ella Conn, Mamie Tindall, Alice Tindall and Maggie Cozart. His wife Gladys (Greig) passed away in 1975 and his best friend, Ethel Fletcher, passed away in 1997. Fred was born February 24, 1911 at Weyburn. He attended South Weyburn School and earned a reputation as an exceptional math student and a great speller. He played hockey and baseball as a young man and continued to avidly enjoy both games as a spectator until his passing. After finishing school in 1924, he held many jobs in the Weyburn area and throughout Saskatchewan. He often talked about working on the Wascana Creek dredging project, and the attempt he made to homestead further north. The winter days of hauling grain to Weyburn for Mr. Castle with a team and sleigh were also memorable. In 1937, Fred left the dry prairies to try his luck in Sudbury, ON. Since Fred had experience with heavy machinery, he quickly worked his way up after landing a job in the mine. Fred's brother, Jim, and his young family, joined Fred in Sudbury in 1940. After working in the mine for a number of years, Fred and Jim started their own excavation contracting business. West Bros. was a successful enterprise until Jim's untimely death in 1955. Fred continued the business alone until 1969, when he retired to Weyburn because of Gladys' ill health. Even though they had lived in Ontario for thirty years, the frequent visits back to Weyburn for family events and special holidays enabled them to maintain close family ties and important friendships. Christmas was never quite Christmas if Gladys and Fred weren't with Mabel, Irma, Jean and Mrs. Greig - and most years they were. The best years were the ones when they stayed for a month instead of a week. Seasonal work certainly had its benefits. Since Fred and Gladys had maintained close friendships with many of their former classmates and their siblings, retirement in Weyburn was an easier adjustment. He always kept busy, at first buying and renovating houses for resale, later on tending and harvesting a huge garden on the West farm. He enjoyed the camaraderie with his hunting buddies while hunting birds each fall, and often talked about the trip to Manitoba for Canada Geese one year. He even tried his hand at golf. Fred was a man of many talents who was never too busy to help out. He was a perfectionist who felt every job should be done well. He welded, renovated, refinished furniture, and did some upholstery. His home is full of his special touches. Fred loved to garden, often starting many of his own bedding plants in January in his sunny dining room. The time spent with Ethel Fletcher was Fred's true retirement. They had many similar interests: cribbage, traveling, music, friends, eating out and of course, the Blue Jays games on TV. The big extended family birthday suppers in the 80's were memorable events, often they ended with cards late into the night. In more recent years, as Fred's health began to decline, he found it very difficult to limit his activity. He continued to look after his house and yard and rarely asked for help with even the strenuous tasks. He greatly feared that the day might come when he would be forced to move from his beautiful home or when he could no longer drive his much loved Roadmaster. Other than a couple of brief hospital stays, Fred was granted that wish. He died in hospital with his nephew Phillip and Rev. John Ferrier by his side. Funeral service was held Wednesday, May 19 at 2:00 p.m. from Knox Presbyterian Church, Weyburn, with Rev. John Ferrier officiating. Interment followed in Hillcrest Cemetery, Weyburn. Honorary pallbearers were: George Crane, Elmer Surring, Monty Adolph, Jim Giroux, Gordon Giroux, Jack Dow, Charlie Meek and Merle Leavens. The active pallbearers were: Larry Fletcher, Doug Conn, Ron Fellner, Travis Mealing, Brad Tindall and Tom Minard. For friends so wishing, donations may be made to the Knox Presbyterian Church or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan, in his memory. Arrangements were entrusted to Myron Fletcher, Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
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Julianna (Julie) Fogel
On Sunday, May 16, 1999, Julianna (Julie) Fogel, late of Weyburn, passed away at the Weyburn General Hospital at the age of 89 years. Predeceased by her mother and father, Jacob and Emilia Leier; her husband, Gus Fogel in 1971; five sisters and one brother. Julie is survived by one son, Dr. Harold (Sonia) Fogel of Weyburn; one daughter, Sandra McCartney of Edmonton, AB; grandchildren: Jill Fogel of Regina; Scott McCartney of Edmonton; step granddaughter, Tasha Golly of Toronto; former daughter-in-law, Margaret Fogel of Regina; favorite niece and helpmate, Dorothy Kuyat of Weyburn; as well as many nieces and nephews. Julie was born March 19, 1910 in Russia. She married Gus Fogel and stayed home to raise their son, Harold and daughter, Sandra. Gus passed away in 1971. Julie enjoyed her winters in Weslaco, Texas. While there, she kept busy playing shuffleboard and cards. She also enjoyed entertaining friends and family. Funeral service was held Thursday, May 20 at 2:00 p.m. from Fletcher Funeral Chapel, Weyburn, with Rev. John Ferrier officiating. Interment followed in Hillcrest Cemetery, Weyburn. All those in attendance were considered to be honorary pallbearers. For friends so wishing, donations may be made to the Weyburn General Hosptial, in her memory. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
Jean Ellen Graham
On Sunday, May 16, 1999, Jean Ellen Graham, late of Stoughton, passed away at the age of 71 years. Predeceased by her parents, Samuel and Ellen Hall; and by her husband, William Graham on August 30, 1995. She leaves to mourn her two sons: Brian (Elaine) Graham of Saskatoon, and their children: Michael, Matthew and Katelyn; and Bryce (Alvina) Graham of Saskatoon, and their daughter, Allison; one brother, Howard (Margaret) Hall of Stoughton; and several nieces and nephews. Jean Ellen Graham (nee Hall) was born October 2, 1927 at Huntoon, SK and attended school in the Mona district. She and her older brother, Howard, were raised in the Huntoon district. She married William John Graham on December 14, 1951. She and Bill had two sons: Brian and Bryce. They farmed in the Huntoon district until 1956 when they moved to Froude and lived there until 1978 when they moved to Stoughton, where she resided until her passing. Jean really enjoyed visiting with family and friends. She was a wonderful hostess and enjoyed hosting Christmas, Thanksgiving and Easter meals for her family and friends. She passed away on May 16, 1999 at Regina General Hospital. A memorial service was held Thursday, May 20 at 2:00 p.m. from Grace United Church, Stoughton, with Rev. Jann Sampson officiating. All those in attendance were considered to be honorary pallbearers. Those wishing to express their sympathy may donate to New Hope Pioneer Lodge, Stoughton, in her memory. Arrangements were in care of Hastings-Dionne Funeral Home Inc., Weyburn.
Amanda Dawn Braumberger
It is with great sorrow that the family announces the passing, due to a sudden illness, of Amanda Dawn Braumberger on Saturday, May 22 at the tender age of 12 years. Predeceased by her grandmothers, Phyllis Braumberger and Gloria Graff; uncle and aunt Edward and Bev Braumberger. Amanda leaves to cherish her memory: her mother Jacquie (Merlin) Becker (nee Johner) of Maxim; her father Don (Sharon) Braumberger of Regina Beach; brother Aurie Becker; step-brother and sisters: Tara, Kurt, Andrea and Alisha; grandparents: Bill and Louise Johner, Bert and Marge Becker, John and Rachel Braumberger and Howard Graff; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Amanda attended Lumsden Elementary School and enjoyed being involved in Pathfinders. The families who shared her life will always remember Amanda's curiosity of life, her determination and her little smile. Celebration of Amanda's life will be held at Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church, 315 Douglas Avenue East, Regina, on Wednesday, May 26 (today) at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Norm Marcotte, Celebrant. In lieu of flowers, donations in Amanda's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements are entrusted to Regina Funeral Home.
Dorothy Frances Durr
Dorothy Frances Durr, late of Bromhead passed away at Estevan Regional Nursing Home, Sunday, May 16, 1999 at the age of 87 years. Dorothy is survived by her husband Wilbur. Two sons, Merton (Lillian), Bromhead; Alan (Janie), Kamloops. One daughter Dolly (Cordell) Sandquist, Cobble Hill, BC. Two brothers, Alan Stewart, Vernon, BC; Lloyd (Eleanor) Stewart, Toronto. Sister Netta (Louis) Gail, Ottawa. Eleven grandchildren, Janelle, Douglas, David, Duncan, Dwayne, Jay, Alison, John, Heather, Jason and Derek. Six great grandchildren, Kaitlin, Kyle, Matthew, Justin, Samantha, Daine and Thomas. Predeceased by her parents, John and Clarissa Stewart. Dorothy was born and raised at Fairy Hill in the Qu'Appelle Valley. She attended school in the valley and in Regina. It was in Regina that she received both her teaching and music degrees. In 1935 Dorothy married Wilbur after coming from Regina to teach at the Schneller School. Wilbur and Dorothy farmed with Wilbur's bachelor uncle, Elgie Franklin Durr. Dorothy taught piano lessons as well as teaching, having a A.T.C.M. Degree in piano. She was a church organist from an early age, playing for many dances, weddings and funerals. At one time the organists in the Lutheran churches in Midale, Lac Qui Parle, Torquay and Bromhead had all been pupils of hers. She was a charter member of the Greenville Homemakers Club, serving a term on the executive of the Soo Line District Homemakers. She was Women's Director for District 1 for the Farm Union, Treasurer of the United Church at Oungre and served on the Lyndale School Board as trustee for the Radville School District. A memorial service was held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 21, from the Bromhead Lutheran Church where she was actively involved in the church as well as the ELW. Pastor P. Roellchen-Pfohl and Cicely McDougal officiated. A private family inurnment followed in the Bromhead Cemetery. If friends so desire, donations may be given to Heart & Stroke or charity of your choice. Arrangements in care of the Orsted Funeral Home, Estevan.
John Henry Fahlman
On Saturday, May 15, 1999, John Henry Fahlman of Fillmore died accidentally at the age of 60 years. Predeceased by his parents, John and Mary Fahlman; five brothers-in-law: Otto Liebrecht, Lorne Ries, Bert Ries, Ken Ries and Lorne McLachlan. John is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Shirley Fahlman of Fillmore; his two sons: Greg (Laurel) Fahlman of Regina and Warren (Louise) Fahlman of Crossfield, AB; two granddaughters: Desire and Vanessa; four brothers: Frank (Pearl) Fahlman of Fillmore; Richard (Diane) Fahlman of Langley, BC; Al (Carol) Fahlman of Weyburn; and Ed (Dianne) Fahlman of Weyburn; one sister, Evelyn (Winston) Hall of Fillmore; five brothers-in-law: Elmer (Adeline) Ries of Whitehorse, YT; George (Colleen) Warthe of Fillmore; Don (Debbie) Ries of Fox Creek, AB; Del (Renate) Ries of Vernon, BC; and Bob (Louise) Ries of Strathmore, AB; five sisters-in-law: Doreen Liebrecht of Weyburn; Germaine McLachlan of Weyburn; Sandra Ries of Yorkton; Simonne Ries of Camrose, AB; and Louise Ries of Edmonton; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. John was born on September 15, 1938 at Mutrie, SK, the oldest son of John and Mary Fahlman. He grew up on the farm and attended Mills, a country school and later transferred to Fillmore Central School. He married Shirley on October 7, 1967. They farmed on the home place six miles north of Fillmore. John was a people person, he enjoyed everyone's company, young or old. He was involved in various community organizations including the Fillmore Recreational Board, Sask. Wheat Pool local board, coach for minor sports, at which time both sons were involved in sports. John loved sports, hunting, fishing, playing horseshoes and hockey. As a goalie at 16, he played Sr. hockey with the Fillmore Foxes. During the years that Fillmore could not support a team, John played with Montmartre and Glenavon. He participated in several George Reed hockey tournaments and continued with the Fillmore Silver Foxes until he retired. He greatly enjoyed ball, playing for many years, the last several years of which he took part in the Twilighter Tournaments all over Saskatchewan. John enjoyed country living, he had a truly mixed farm, growing grain, cattle and hogs. He raised chickens, turkeys, ducks, pheasants and any wild birds he could keep around, even raising fish in the dugout. He enjoyed gardening and music. His family and friends were the centre of his life. He will always be remembered fondly, deeply missed and very much loved by them. Prayers were said Wednesday, May 19 at 7:30 p.m. from St. Aloysius Roman Catholic Church, Fillmore. The funeral mass was held Thursday, May 20 at 10:30 a.m. from St. Aloysius Roman Catholic Church, Fillmore, with Father John Mock Celebrant. Interment followed in Fillmore Cemetery, Fillmore. All those in attendance were considered to be honorary pallbearers. The active pallbearers were: Joe Keen, Henry Stoppler, Daniel Falk, Brian Knoll, Jerry Knoll, Edwin Schiller, Pete Fahlman and Albin Kapell. In lieu of flowers, for friends so wishing, donations may be made to the Fillmore Health Centre Memorial Fund or the Fillmore Ambulance, in his memory. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
Mary Lakeman
Mary Lakeman, a resident of Osage, passed away on May 12, 1999 at the Fillmore Health Centre. She was 96. Predeceased by her parents; three brothers, one sister; her loving husband of 51 years, Morris Lakeman; and a daughter in infancy, Jean Mary. Mary is survived by her children: Mary Louise (Trevor) Forbes of Osage; John Lakeman of Madison Heights, Michigan; Paul Lakeman of White City; Arthur (Joy) Lakeman of Bancroft, ON; Philip Lakeman of Calgary; David (Lenore) Lakeman of Regina; Madge (Ron) Glover of Osage and Michael Lakeman of Lincoln Park, Michigan; one brother, Wulstan (Trude) Oakeshott of England; one sister-in-law, Kathleen Oakeshott of Cirencester; 30 grandchildren; as well as numerous great and great, great grandchildren. Born Alice Mary Oakeshott on May 6, 1903 in Ashford, Middlesex, England, her names were chosen so that her initials formed the Latin root word "amo", meaning "love." She was the daughter of Benjamin Morris Oakeshott, a lawyer, and Blanche Hayes, a linguist, violinist and lecturer. Mary was raised in London and educated at a Catholic convent school near Deerfield, the estate where her family lived during much of her childhood. This was a happy, comfortable environment which inspired her interests in music, literature, history and horticulture. During World War I, she rolled bandages and sang for wounded soldiers, including Canadian troops. Her memories of WWI also included seeing zeppelins in the sky over London, picking apples from the trees at Deerfield and handing them to passing soldiers and having a bomb fall through the roof and land on a bed. In 1919, at the age of 16, she traveled to Willowbunch, SK, to join her brother Bob, who was working on a farm there. While in Willowbunch, she worked in Legare's Restaurant and lived upstairs with the family. These were very much pioneer times and she recalled seeing a gunfight in Willowbunch, perhaps the last echo of the 'Wild West' in Canada. In 1920, her brother Bob began working for the Bergreen family on their farm a few miles south of Osage and shortly after, Mary and her sister Naomi, joined him, also working for the Bergreens. Under Mrs. Bergreen's kindly instruction on the cook car, Mary acquired her life-long love of cooking and baking. At the Bergreens, she met Morris Lakeman, the engineer running the steam engine and on July 7, 1922 they were married in Weyburn. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with many family members in 1972. Morris passed away the following spring. In the early years of Osage, Mary frequently sang at public gatherings, including church services which at first were held in the school. She sang soprano with the J.W. Cooper quartet and was soloist at the opening of the community church in Osage in 1925. During the twenties, she also taught tennis, which she had learned to play in England. From 1923 to 1946, Morris ran the blacksmith's shop in Osage, rising as early as 4:00 a.m. to start the forge. Mary and Morris raised eight children, working very hard through the Dirty Thirties. Their home was always open and there was always room at the dinner table for extras, frequently brought home by Morris. In the 1940's they purchased the house built by Mr. J.W. Kiltey, one of the first settlers in Osage. Mary lived in this house for the rest of her life. For many years she operated the telephone switchboard in her home and also worked as caretaker of the Osage School until it closed in 1969. A devoed mother and industrious homemaker, she also contributed service to the community as an active member of the Osage Ladies' Aid and the Community Club for many years. She was a lifetime member of the Order of the Eastern Star, joining the Order in 1953 and serving a term as Grand Worthy Matron. In her retirement years, she greatly enjoyed gardening, embroidered cutwork and visits with her children and grandchildren, in whose affairs she remained intensely interested. She also maintained close relationships with family members in England, visiting there as recently as 1993. Her bright personality and tender affection will be deeply missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service was held Monday, May 17 at 2:00 p.m. from Osage United Church, with Rev. Brian Burke officiating. Interment followed in Osage Cemetery. All those in attendance were considered to be honorary pallbearers. The active pallbearers were: Kevin, Lyle, Robert, Randle and Ward Lakeman and Ted Glover. For friends so wishing, donations may be made to the Fillmore Health Centre in her memory. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
Mary Ogieglo
Mary Ogieglo, late of Regina, formerly of Weyburn, passed away suddenly May 26, 1999. Born on June 22, 1909 in Osiek, Poland, Mary came to Canada at 17 years of age. She was predeceased by her first husband, Joseph Ogieglo; second husband, Edward Ogieglo; two sons: Edward and Ted Ogieglo; one grandson, Edward Ogieglo. Left to cherish her memory are children: Teresa Phillips of Kimberley, BC; Monica (Allen) Thiel of Regina; Martha (Stan) Yuzyk of Saskatoon; Emil (Kris) Ogieglo of Saskatoon; and daughter-in-law, Barbara Ogieglo of Saskatoon; 19 grandchildren: Joe, Yvonne Ogieglo, Rocky (Lisa), Barry (Patty), Rene (Marilyn), Trudy (Roger), Sabrina (Les), Lori Phillips, Linda, John (Shan), Mark (Monica), Gary (Shelley), Brian (fiance Vanna) Thiel, Cheryl (Stan), Michael (Sandi), Edward, Francis (Rayleen), Sheldon (Josie) Yuzyk. Lissa Ogieglo; 39 great grandchildren and one great, great grandson. Mary lived in Cedoux until 1965 when she and Edward retired to Weyburn. She spent the last few years with her daughter and family in Regina. Mary enjoyed her family and was lovingly known as "Bapka" to all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be sadly missed. Prayers were held on Friday, May 28 at 7:30 p.m. at the Regina Funeral Home. The funeral mass was held Saturday, May 29 at 11:00 a.m. from St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church, Weyburn, with Father Francis Hengen celebrant. Interment followed in Hillcrest Cemetery, Weyburn. The pallbearers were: Joe Ogieglo, Michael Yuzyk, Edward Yuzyk, Rene Phillips, Mark Thiel, and Brian Thiel. For friends so wishing, donations in her memory may be made to the Canadian Diabetic Association or to a charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements were entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapels Ltd., Weyburn.
