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ELLIOTT Mrs. Margaret Pearl
ELLIOTT Mrs. Margaret Pearl, of Swift Current, Saskatchewan passed away peacefully on March 3, 2004 at the age of 86 years. Margaret was born in Aneroid, Saskatchewan on November 18, 1917. She was predeceased by an infant sister in 1916; her mother, Ruth Watson, in 1976; and her father, Tom Watson, in 1983. Also predeceasing Margaret was her loving husband (of 51 years), Harold Howard Elliott, in 1994; two sisters-in-law, Ruth Wallace and Lorna Johnston; three brothers-in-law: Echlin Wallace, Wilmot Johnston, and Murray Bourne. Margaret will always be loved and her memory forever cherished by her family: two daughters, Margaret-Anne Clarkson (Lynn), of Medicine Hat, AB, and Marilyn (Jim) Smart, of Swift Current, SK; three grandson
s: Jarret (Allison) Clarkson, of Regina, SK, Graham Clarkson (Kate Dunn), of Sydney, Australia, and Cameron Clarkson, of Invermere, B.C.; two granddaughters, Katharine Smart (Peter), of Calgary, AB, and Karen Smart, of Calgary, AB; one great-granddaughter, Arizona-Ruby Clarkson, of Sydney, Australia. Also surviving Margaret is her much loved sister, Evelyn Bourne, of Penticton, B.C.; as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins and their families. Margaret received her grade school education in Aneroid and graduated as a teacher from the Regina Normal School in 1939. Margaret taught school in Gull Lake and McCord, SK, making many life-long friends. She married Harold in 1943. After spending a short time in Nobel, Ontario, they returned to Aneroid where they made their home and raised their family. Some of their retirement years were spent in Saskatoon, Kelowna, Medicine Hat and Regina. Margaret moved to Swift Current in 1999, living in the Pioneer Manor for two years. At the time of her passing Margaret was a resident of the Bentley Retirement Community. Margaret’s greatest joy was found in teaching Sunday School in the Aneroid United Church and serving its congregation in a number of capacities. Margaret was also a Past Worthy Matron of the Aneroid O.E.S., Chapter nine. Throughout her life, Margaret always exemplified her faith in God and her love for family and others. Often, without even knowing it Margaret touched many lives (young and old alike). She had an innate ability to listen and to care. She will be dearly missed by all whose lives she has touched on her journey of faith. A celebration of Margaret’s life will take place on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 at 3:00 p.m. in St. Stephen’s Anglican Church in Swift Current, SK (108 – 2nd Ave, N.E.), with The Venerable Rob Hardwick presiding. The interment will take place on March 17, 2004 at Riverside Memorial Gardens, Regina, Saskatchewan. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Parkside Memorial Funeral Home, Swift Current, Saskatchewan.
CLOSE Mrs. Edna Merle (nee Clark)
CLOSE Mrs. Edna Merle (nee Clark), passed away with her family at her side on Sunday, March 7, 2004 at the age of 83 years. She was predeceased by her parents, Harry and Emily Clark; brothers, Charles and Les Clark; sisters, Mary Noll and Bernice Hunter. Edna is survived by her husband of 55 years, Clarence; daughters: Sharon (Charles) Wiens, Sharlene (Frank) White, and Gwen (Mel) Matthews; one brother, Gordon (Verda) Clark; one sister, Emily (Ken) Conly; granddaughters: Tammy (Kevin) Haglund, Leanne Wiens, Melissa (Tyler) Gingrich, and Brittany Matthews; great-grandchildren, Amanda and Tristan Haglund; sisters-in-law, Doris Clark and Vivian Fitzpatrick; as well as many nieces and nephews. The Funeral Service was held on Wednesday, March 10, 2004 at 4:00 p.m. from Parkside Memorial Funeral Chapel with The Venerable Rob Hardwick of St. Stephen’s Anglican Church officiating. The interment was held at Hillcrest Cemetery, Swift Current, Saskatchewan. In lieu of flowers Memorial Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parkside Memorial Funeral Home, Swift Current, Saskatchewan.
CHANT Mrs. Sarah (Funk)
CHANT Mrs. Sarah (Funk), born March 31, 1944 of North Battleford, Saskatchewan, passed away peacefully into the arms of the Lord on February 29, 2004 at her home. The service was held at 2:00 p.m. on March 5, 2004 from First United Church with Reverend John Barker officiating. The Eulogist was her brother, Wilfred Funk. The ushers were, Barry Saathoff, Glen Saathoff and Harry Saathoff. The interment service was held at Hillcrest Cemetery, Swift Current, Saskatchewan. The active pallbearers were her grandchildren: Adam Giesbrecht, Nolan Chant, Scott Giesbrecht, Nazayh Zanidean, Nathan Chant and Marcus Zanidean. The honorary pallbearers were: Nadine Wiebe, Sarah Wiebe, Kristyna Chant, Brennan Chant and Alex Zanidean. Sarah is survived by her mother, Gertrude Penner; her husband, Micheal Chant; daughters: Cindy Wiebe (Murray) of Claresholm, AB, Darlene Zanidean (Ali), of Medicine Hat, AB, and Janet Chant (Darcy), of Medicine Hat, AB; one son, Clinton Chant (Vicki), of North Battleford; eleven grandchildren; brothers: Diedrick Funk (Carol), Wilfred Funk (Bonnie), and Edward Funk; sisters, Gertrude Saathoff (Alvin), and Delores Fitzpatrick (Roy); as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her father, Jacob Funk; her step-father, Peter Funk; and her brother Benjamin Funk. Sarah enjoyed many hobbies including, cross-stitching, cooking for loved ones, camping and visiting with family and friends. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation or to the Diabetes. Association of Saskatchewan. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parkside Memorial Funeral Home, Swift Current, Saskatchewan.
SESULA Mrs. Hedwig (nee Mahr), age 92, of Swift Current, SK passed away peacefully at the Swift Current Care Center on February 29, 2004. The Funeral Service was held March 4, 2004 at Mount Calvary Lutheran Church in Swift Current with Reverend James Paulgaard officiating. The organist was Karen MacCallum. Bill Eichorst and Jerry Reimer served as ushers. Pallbearers were: Dwayne Sesula, Devon Sesula, Russell Sesula, James Byers, Aaron Sesula and Chris Schimpf. Honorary pallbearers were all the nurses and staff at the Swift Current Care Centre. Lenora Wentland and Harvey Lang sang “Calling You”. Granddaughter, Sheri Schimpf and Skip Neufeld sang “I’ll Fly Away”. The eulogy was given by granddaughter, Twilla Nicolson and a tribute was given by her daughter, Margie Neufeld. Hedwig is lovingly remembered by: two sons, Rudy (Betty) Sesula of Gull Lake, SK and Ben (Sheila) Sesula, who farm in the Swift Current area; two daughters, Hertha Nicolson, of Calgary, AB, and Margie (Peter) Neufeld, of Blumenort, SK; one daughter-in-law, Marilyn (Doug) Beck, of Calgary, AB; eleven grandchildren: Trevor Nicolson, Twilla Nicolson, Debby Sesula, Dwayne Sesula, Dale Sesula, Russell Sesula (Heidi Whelan), Stewart Sesula, Neysa (Tim) Wall, Aaron Sesula, James (Michelle) Loose and Sheri (Chris) Schimpf; four step-grandchildren: James Byers, Jenette (Ian) Rogers, Julie Neufeld, and Jeremy (Kristine) Neufeld; eighteen great-grandchildren; one step-brother, Ludwig (Hildegard) Jeske, of Schwalefeld, Germany. Hedwig was predeceased by her husband, Waldemar Sesula, in 1986; her son, William Sesula; two sons-in-law, Gordon Nicolson and Larry Loose; her father, Adam Mahr; her mother, Wilhelmine (Mahr) Jeske; her step-father, Wilhelm Jeske; brother, Wilhem Mahr; step-brothers, Karl Jeske and Rudolf Jeske; and step-sister, Olga Flaschentraager. Hedwig was born September 7, 1911, in Leiberg, Germany. Her father died in an accident when she was only four years old. In her early teens, she moved to a neighboring village to serve as nanny and housekeeper to their pastor’s family. She told many stories about life at the pastor’s. One of her favorites was how on weekends she and a group of girls would go on bicycle tours through the mountains sometimes as far as France. Next she worked in the kitchen in an Altes Heim (Senior’s Home). On May 15, 1930 she immigrated to Canada arriving in Herbert, SK. She worked for Ingvald Austring (a Swift Current dairy farmer) as domestic help. She would often serve 13 at a meal. On February 22, 1931 she married Walter Sesula and moved to a farm north of Waldeck. Although their first-born twins died at birth, they went on to raise five children. She visited her homeland twice, in 1958 and 1989. Walter and Hedwig were members of the Peace Lutheran Church until they moved to Swift Current in 1968. Having retired from farming they transferred their membership to Mount Calvary Lutheran Church. Hedwig’s retirement years were far from idle. She cared for Walter at home when his health and memory deteriorated. She always had many projects on the go – growing, canning and freezing vegetables, quilting with the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League, and knitting or crocheting doilies, baby sweaters, potholders, and afghans. Many people, both in Canada and abroad, benefited from her generous and industrious nature. Friends and family alike (and often strangers) were welcomed into her home enjoying her gift of hospitality, a cheerful attitude, and delicious cooking. Even after she developed Alzheimer’s, she rarely complained and frequently expressed gratitude to her caregivers. Her faith remained strong. On February 11, 2004 she recited the Lord’s Prayer, even though she had long since lost the ability to recognize family and friends. This verse found among her possessions written in her own hand sums up her outlook on life:
Count your garden by the flowers,
Never by the leaves that fall;
Count your days by golden hours,
Don’t remember clouds at all;
Count the night by stars, not shadows,
Count your life by smiles, not tears;
And with joy on every birthday,
Count your age by friends, not years,
In Hedwig’s memory friends and family may make donations to the Mount Calvary Lutheran Women’s Missionary League to further her passion for sending quilts and baby layettes overseas. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parkside Memorial Funeral Home, Swift Current, Saskatchewan.
CORNELSON Mrs. Elizabeth Rose
CORNELSON Mrs. Elizabeth Rose, beloved wife of Herman Cornelson, passed away on February 18, 2004 at the age of 78 years with her family by her side. Prayer services were held at Parkside Memorial Funeral Home on February 22, 2004. The Funeral Service was held at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church in Swift Current on February 23, 2004 with Father Keith Heiberg officiating. The organist was Marlene Dolter and the ushers were, Michelle Hetherton and Juli Jensen. The pallbearers were: Brett Cornelson, Todd Cornelson, Harry Cornelson, Keith Trudeau, Gordon Cannon and Curt Lalonde. The honorary pallbearers were the C.W.L. Honor Guard. The interment took place at Mount Pleasant Burial Park, Swift Current, Saskatchewan. Elizabeth leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Herman, of Swift Current; sons, Allan, of Moose Jaw and Mark (Barb), of Waldeck; grandchildren: Brett (Kelly) Cornelson, of Prince Albert, Trisha Cornelson, of Saskatoon, Todd, Nicole, Randi and Dakota Cornelson, of Waldeck; great-grandchildren, Jackson and Emilie Cornelson, of Prince Albert; sisters: Barb Burkart, Millie Marnach, Jenny (Arthur) Cannon, Phil (Wendal) Koehler, Christine Burkart; brothers, Robert Burkart and John (Bev) Burkart; sister-in-law, Marie Burkart; numerous nieces and nephews. Elizabeth was predeceased by her parents, John and Elizabeth Burkart; sister, Rose and brother-in-law, Wilf Lalonde; brother, Peter (Butch) Burkart and brother-in-law, Peter Marnach. Elizabeth was born and raised at Holdfast, Saskatchewan. She worked at the Lab in the Providence Hospital in Moose Jaw and then changed jobs and worked at the Trust Company Office. About this time she met and married Herman Cornelson on August 21, 1952. They moved to Beechy where Herman was the foreman of the Matador Ranch Community Pasture. In 1954, they moved to Chaplin, Saskatchewan where Herman was the manager of the Val Jean Community Pasture. Elizabeth became involved with showing horses and received a plaque in 1981 from the Saskatchewan Quarter Horse Association for her contribution to the Association for “Sportsmanship and Outstanding Effort”. In 1987 Herman and Elizabeth retired to Swift Current where Elizabeth became actively involved with the Catholic Women’s League. Elizabeth loved nature and was an avid gardener. She was a great photographer and loved to knit and crochet. She will always be remembered as a very special person who was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. She will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by her family and friends. In her memory, friends may make a memorial donation to the Canadian Diabetes. Association. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parkside Memorial Funeral Home, Swift Current, Saskatchewan.
SHAW Mrs. Edna May (nee Baldwin)
SHAW Mrs. Edna May (nee Baldwin), aged 84 years of Cabri, Saskatchewan passed away on Monday, February 9, 2004. The Memorial Service was held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 18, 2004 from Cabri United Church with Reverend Diane Eurig officiating. The eulogy was given by her two oldest granddaughters, Kelsa and Pamela Shaw. Special music was provided by Pamela Shaw and Heather Arnelien. The ushers were: Keith Halvorson, Dennis Halvorson, Corey Baldwin and Brett Goddard. The interment will be held at a later date in the Cabri Cemetery. Edna was born on March 18, 1919, ¼ mile west of Waldensian Valley School, where she attended school. Edna married Cecil Shaw, a farmer, on November 14, 1940. They farmed in the District until February of 1977 when they moved into Cabri. Edna loved to bake, square dance, go to Bingo and always loved a game of low card rummy, scrabble or Tile Rummy. She also enjoyed eating out at the Hotel or Paulette’s or at Petes’ Café with family and friends. She never lost her love of the farm life and always enjoyed harvest time and a drive to see the crops. She was a special “Grandma” to lots of children in town. Edna was a 25-year member of the Eastern Star. Edna was predeceased by her husband, Cecil, in 1992; parents, Archie and Lottie Baldwin; sisters, Mabel (Wilf) Halvorson, Thelma (Alfred) Halvorson; brothers: Lloyd Baldwin, Cassie Baldwin, Wallace Baldwin; brothers-in-law: Helmer Halvorson, Percy (Myrtle) Shaw, Warren Ruggles; sister-in-law, Birdie (Les) Miller; and son-in-law, Richard Cann. Edna is survived by her loving family, daughter, Corrine Cann; three sons: Mervin (Rita) Shaw, Sterling (Leanna) Shaw, Wayne (Faye) Shaw; grandchildren: Kelsa Shaw, Pamela Shaw, Scott Shaw, Jay (Dana) Shaw, Julie Shaw, Lyndsey Shaw, Stacie Shaw; one great-granddaughter, Jadynn; sister, Viola Halvorson; brothers, Harold (Emily) Baldwin, Melvin (Hazel) Baldwin, sisters-in-law: Grace Baldwin, Alice Baldwin, Oryas (Herb) Fahselt and Isabella Ruggles; and numerous nieces and nephews. Our loving Mom, Grandma, and Friend will be remembered always by those who shared her life and loved her. Edna will always hold a special place in our Hearts. We Love you, Mom. Memorial donations may be made to the Cabri School Fund, or to the Cabri Minor Hockey Association. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parkside Memorial Funeral Home, Swift Current, Saskatchewan.
JANZEN Mrs. Helen
JANZEN Mrs. Helen, of Swift Current went to be with her Lord on April 13, 2004 at the age of 80. She was predeceased by her loving husband, George; both of her parents, Jacob and Maria Penner; sisters, Agnes and Anne; brothers: Abe, Ben, Cornelius and two in infancy. She is survived by her son, Jack; daughters: Betty (Arnold), Dorothy (Dale) and Barb; 12 grandchildren: Dean (Alana), Cary, Melanie (Shawn), Shannon (Jason), Angie, Tara, Evan Jeremy, Derek (Corrina), Ryan, Erin and Margot; eight great-grandchildren; brothers, Jake (Elsie), John (Florence); sisters: Mary, Margaret (Dave), Kay (Philip), Betty, and Eva (Jake). She was born on June 16, 1923 in the McMahon area to Jacob and Maria Penner. At a young age she was required to help support the family by becoming a cook and housekeeper for several different families. She worked in the Lethbridge Hospital and in the Beet fields in the Taber area until her marriage to George on November 7, 1948. They spent 44 beautiful years together. She was a loving and dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother to her family and a friend to all who knew her. We will miss her dearly. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Mission to Children at 102 N., Ditmar, Oceanside, CA, 92054-3010 or to the Gideon Society. The Funeral Service was held on Friday, April 16, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at Fairview Bible Church with Pastor David Pollard officiating. The interment was held at Rhineland Cemetery, Rhineland, Saskatchewan. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Parkside Memorial Funeral Home, Swift Current, Saskatchewan. For further information call 1-800-719-6625.
HIEBERT – John Hiebert
HIEBERT – John Hiebert passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 8, 2004 at the Cypress Regional Hospital, Swift Current, SK. John was born in McMahon in 1933, the youngest of eleven children. He married Marlene Untereiner in 1956 and was a wonderful father to their two children. Although he worked in construction most of his life, John’s passion was always for farming. John was predeceased by his parents and eight siblings. He is survived by his loving wife, Marlene; his children, Leon and Tracy; grandchildren, Drew and Rachel; sisters, Sue (Ken) and Gertie (Dave); numerous in-laws, nieces and nephews. A funeral mass was held on Thursday, June 10, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. from Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church with Father Stephen Bill officiating. A musical tribute was given by his daughter Tracy. The pallbearers were: Ron Untereiner, Larry Untereiner, Garry Giesbrecht, Richard Kane, Cliff D’Amour and Henry Heinrichs. The interment took place at Mount Pleasant Burial Park, Swift Current, Saskatchewan. In memory of John Hiebert, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements were entrusted to Parkside Memorial Funeral Home, Swift Current, Saskatchewan.
REIMER Miss Anna
REIMER Miss Anna, aged 74 years, of Swift Current, Saskatchewan, passed away on Thursday, April 15, 2004 at the Cypress Regional Hospital in Swift Current. The funeral service was held on Saturday, April 17, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at Trailview Alliance Church with Pastor John Healey officiating. The interment was held at Hillcrest Cemetery, Swift Current, Saskatchewan. The pallbearers were: Dale Reimer, Terry Reimer, Ken Lam, Brad Friesen, Rob Friesen and Don Ozga. The ushers were, Dave Heinrichs and Phil Henderson. The pianist was, Mrs. Liz Ramage and music was provided by a Men’s Trio: Ed Regier, John Regier and Karan Regier. Anna is survived by brothers and sisters: William Reimer, of Medicine Hat, AB; Madeline (Joe) Ozga of Regina; Dick (Betty) Reimer, of Lethbridge, AB; Irwin (Alice) Reimer, of Simmie, SK; Ernie (Marlene) Reimer, of Calgary, AB; Irene Gabriel (Glen Curtis), of Calgary, AB; Helen Reimer, of Langley, BC; Anne Reimer, of Applegate, California; and Dorothy Reimer, of Neville, SK. Anne was predeceased by her brothers: Henry Reimer, Jack Reimer and John Reimer; and her sisters: Mary Reimer, Margaret Reimer and Eva Raymard. Anna was born February 3, 1930 to Abram and Margaretha Reimer. After she graduated from high school she attended Normal School in Moose Jaw and began her teaching career. She continued to upgrade her teaching credentials by taking summer classes at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, and graduated with a Bachelor of Education. She taught in Piapot, Richmound, and for seventeen years in North Battleford. Upon retiring, she moved back to Swift Current. Her life continued to be enriched by teaching the English language to immigrants. Anna dedicated her life to loving God. Her whole life was the true example of a Christian life as it should be lived. Anna will be greatly missed by her family and her many friends. In her memory, those wishing may make a donation to Trailview Alliance Church. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parkside Memorial Funeral Home, Swift Current, Saskatchewan.
