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Jessie Hurlock Moore nee: Inge, of Lloydminster
MOORE: Jessie Hurlock Moore, of Lloydminster, Alberta, passed away in the Lloydminster Hospital on Tuesday, August 31, 2004 at the age of 91 years.
Jessie is survived by: six children: Jean and her husband Walter Elliott of Lloydminster, Maxine Hetherington of Edmonton, Bob Moore and his wife Terri of Calgary, Pat and her husband Ron Anderson of Lloydminster, Wendy and her husband Willard Hughes of Edmonton, Terry Moore and his wife Linda of Lloydminster; twenty-five grandchildren and spouses; eleven great grandchildren; two sisters-in-law Mary Inge of Lloydminster and Olive Moore of England as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
The funeral service for Jessie Moore was conducted from St. John’s Anglican Church, Lloydminster on Saturday, September 4 at 2:30 p.m. with Reverend Canon David Turvey officiating.
A eulogy was given by family members.
Hymns sung were “What A Friend We Have In Jesus,” and “To God Be The Glory,” accompanied on the organ by Pat Skinner.
Active pallbearers were all the grandchildren.
Interment followed in the Northminster Cemetery.
McCaw Funeral Service Ltd., of Lloydminster administered the funeral arrangements.
Jessie Hurlock (Inge) Moore was born to Minnie (Ives) and Stanley Inge on the farm in the Staplehurst district on July 1, 1913. Stanley was a Barr Colonist and Minnie the daughter of Fred Ives, also a Barr Colonist. Jessie was proud of her heritage.
She grew up on the farm a happy life, learning to ride a horse, garden, milk a cow, etc., and to ride on farm machinery. She had a brother, Stuart, and when she was three she lost a little sister, Dorothy at 22 months in a farm accident.
Jessie had her schooling in the Staplehurst school for grades 1-9. She early decided she was going to be a school teacher and never wavered from that decision. She attended High School in Lloydminster for grades 10, 11, and 12 - boarding at Mr. and Mrs. George Browns with Vi Watts. In 1932 she and Vi went to Normal School in Edmonton. It seemed a long way from home in those days. They travelled by train as there was no road for buses. They worked hard and passed their exams and then were teachers looking for schools. Every district had a school and there were more teachers than schools. Jessie was fortunate in getting Silver Willow and Irwinville, near Marwayne, for several years. She made a lot of good friends and was always happy to see one of her ex-students.
Then it was 1942 and Everett and she were married in Streamstown and moved to life on a farm near Amisk for a short while and their first daughter, Jean was born. They moved back to the Lloydminster area, living on the Jack Kilduff place. Maxine was born while they were there. From there they moved to what became the family farm. Their family grew with the addition of Bob, Pat, Wendy and Terry. It was a fine place to raise a family. Everett and Jessie were busy with all the farming activities; the family growing; attending school in Kitscoty, taking part in various sports and clubs. It all made an interesting life. Jessie spent more years of teaching at Durness, Staplehurst, and Blackfoot.
As part of her community Jessie belonged to many organizations and women’s groups. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, gardening, swimming and music. She and Everett enjoyed travelling to the Maritimes, British Columbia, Alaska, Arizona and England.
In 1979 they moved from the farm to a home, built by Everett and Terry in Lloydminster, and spent many happy years there until Everett’s death in 1991. They had been married for 49 years.
Jessie enjoyed her remaining years living in Pioneer Lodge and being involved with her extended family.
Bill Mokuruk, of Lloydminster
Mokuruk: It is with great sadness that we announce the loss of Bill Mokuruk who passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family in Lloydminster, SK on August 29, 2004 after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Bill was predeceased by his parents, Mike and Annie Mokuruk, and his brother, Harry Mokuruk.
Bill is survived by his wife, Gail; sons, Ian (Michelle) Mokuruk and Darren Mokuruk (Denise, Brayden, and Branden Zinger); brothers, Maurice (Rosemarie), Henry, Ken and John Mokuruk; mother-in-law, Amanda Noonan; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Dennis (Barb), Brian (Donna), and Warren (Jane) Noonan; and nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.
Bill was born September 26, 1946 in Lloydminster, SK and was raised in the Fram District near Marsden, SK.
He was a heavy equipment operator for many years and, at the time of his passing, was the Operations Manager at the LloydMall.
Bill was a tireless, dedicated, and meticulous person who took pride in everything he did. His selflessness, respect for others, devotion to his family, strong work ethic, powerful sense of optimism and integrity are an inspiration to all who knew him. Bill was soft-spoken, choosing instead to lead by example with a quiet confidence. Never one to complain or exhibit self-pity, Bill fought cancer for four years during which time, as he did throughout his life, he was the source of unwavering strength and inspiration for those around him. Bill’s charm quick smile, and easy-going personality were but a few of his many attributes that will be deeply missed.
Bill was a standout fastball player for many years and was an avid fan of football and curling. His devotion to raising funds for cancer research during the annual Relay for Life event in Lloydminster reflected his belief in the importance of not giving up and of maintaining the fight against cancer.
The funeral service was held on September 2, 2004 at St. Anthony’s Roman Catholic Church in Lloydminster, AB.
An eloquent eulogy was delivered by Donna Noonan.
The interment was held at the Wycollar Cemetery near Marsden, SK.
Active pallbearers were Earl Hiar, Jim Loy, Dick McKean, Peter Neufeld, Archie Swanstrom and Clifford Zinger.
A sincere “Thank you” to Dr. Haider, Dr. Skarsgard, and all other doctors, nurses and staff at the Saskatoon Cancer Centre and the Lloydminster Hospital, and to all family and friends for their assistance and support over the past four years
A special “Thank you” to Dick and Grace McKean, Clifford and Gloria Zinger, Father Adam Lech, Dr. Paul Naude and McCaw Funeral Service for all they have done. Your kindness is deeply appreciated.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Prairie North Health Region Foundation, c/o Lloydminster Hospital, 3820-43rd Avenue, Lloydminster, SK, S9V 1Y5 “In memory of Bill Mokuruk for purchase of CT Scan.”
James Turner McKechnie, of Lloydminster
McKechnie: James Turner McKechnie of Lloydminster, Saskatchewan passed away in the Lloydminster Hospital on Saturday, September 4, 2004 at the age of 80 years.
Turner is loved and remembered by: four children: Sharon and Les Noble of Vernon, BC; Steven and Jeannette McKechnie of Lloydminster; Marlene and Rick Graff of Lloydminster; Marina and Randy Dimmel of Lloydminster; twelve grandchildren and one great granddaughter: Kyle Noble and Jocelyne Svensson of Calgary, AB; Kimberley Noble of Calgary, AB; Michelle and John Robinson and Taylor of Lloydminster; Kris McKechnie and Mindy Ringrose of Peace River, AB; Amanda McKechnie of Lloydminster; James McKechnie and Cheryl Oswell of Lloydminster; Brandon, Tanner and Daegan Graff of Lloydminster; Kirstyn, Bailey and Shelby Dimmel of Lloydminster; his sister Hazel and Pete Holt; his brother Don and Audrey McKechnie and his mother-in-law: Winnie Doolittle.
Turner was predeceased by: his wife, Lorna Rose McKechnie, October 6, 1990; father, James Stephen McKechnie, November 24, 1961; Mother, Beatrice Mary McKechnie, May 30, 1953; brother, Angus Charles McKechnie, 1951; Sisters: Christine Beatrice McKechnie, 1986; Lytle Margaret Brooks, November 16, 2001.
The funeral service for Turner was conducted from the Stockade Convention Center, Lloydminster, Saskatchewan on Wednesday, September 8, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Norm Laird officiating.
A eulogy was given by niece, Shana Harney.
Memories were given by grandchildren and family friend Reverend Elwood McLean.
Music was by Yvette Barnett.
Honorary pallbearers were: Bob and Joyce Hougham, Les and Sophie Smith, Gordon and Mary Howard, Dean and Maureen Westgate, Elwood and Edna McLean, Gerri (McKenzie) Picket, Illa Oliver and Jean Mitchell, as well as his special friends at the Barr Colony Heritage Society and the Legacy Center.
Interment followed in the Albion Cemetery.
McCaw Funeral Service Ltd., of Lloydminster administered the funeral arrangements.
Dorothy Browne nee: McClelland, of Lloydminster
1917 - 2006
Dorothy Winnifred McClelland-Brown passed away peacefully at the Pioneer Lodge, Lloydminster, on Saturday, May 6, 2006 at the age of 89 years. She got her wish to live out her days among her dear friends and caregivers at the lodge.
Dorothy was born February 5, 1917 on her father’s homestead about eight miles south of Bengough, Saskatchewan. She was the second daughter of Andrew McClelland and Sarah Small-McClelland. Two years later, the family moved back to Pembroke, Ontario because of the illness of her grandfather Small. She often reminisced about living in her grandfather’s big house in Pembroke, playing with neighbour children and watching the lamplighter light the gas street lights in those early days at Pembroke.
When Dorothy was nine her grandfather passed away and her father determined to give farming in the west another try.
The family, consisting of her parents, older sister Margaret and two teenaged cousins, Margaret and Fred Armstrong, came to Islay, Alberta by train, first staying with friends, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Bass on their farm five miles north of Islay. The McClelland family bought a farm eight miles east of Islay. From here, Margaret and Dorothy rode horseback four miles to Myrtle Hill School. There, they made life-long friends with neighbour children. After successfully completing grade nine at Myrtle Hill, she began working, helping neighbours with house and farm chores. When Dorothy was eighteen years old she attended Vermilion School of Agriculture, taking Home Economics for one year. She enjoyed her time at college very much, making more friends and living with Miss Berry, a good mentor and friend.
On December 30, 1936, Dorothy married Newman Browne at her farm home in Myrtle Hill district. They went to live on Newman’s homestead in the Beulah School district west of Kitscoty, Alberta. Within a few years they built a comfortable farm home. Then their son William Newman (Bill) arrived to keep them busy and happy. Dorothy was a typical busy farm woman, cooking and canning, gardening, looking after her family and farm animals.
When son Bill was about six they rented out the farm and moved to Edmonton where Newman ran the Shamrock curling rink and Dorothy the food concession. Bill went to school in Edmonton. Later they came back to the farm at Kitscoty. In the early 70’s Newman and Dorothy moved to Lloydminster to manage the Travel Lodge Motel. At this time they became good friends with Carl and Florence Sampson who owned the Thunderbird Motel across the street. Finally they decided to retire in Lloydminster so they had a comfortable home built and moved in. It became a centre for all their good friends and family - lunch and tea was always available. Many a good pioneer story was told around the table.
Dorothy was predeceased by her parents Andrew and Sarah McClelland, her cousins Margaret Christofferson and Fred Armstrong, her dear sister Margaret Rose, and Newman, her husband of 61 years who died on October 23 of 1997.
Dorothy continued to live in her home for a few more years. Then she sold her home and with her dear friend Florence moved into the Pioneer Lodge.
She leaves to mourn her passing, her son Bill (William), his wife Jessica and three step grandchildren of Victoria, BC, one sister-in-law, Mrs. Lila (Browne) East, a niece Betty Lockwood of Pittsford, NY, two first cousins Carrie Bieninthal of Pembroke, ON, and Allan and Mary McClelland of Rathwell, MN, nieces Elaine Howlett of Edmonton, Ella and Sheila Kent of Marwayne, AB, many grand nieces and nephews in Alberta and BC.
On May 11, Dorothy’s ashes were interred with those of her husband Newman Browne and dear sister Margaret Rose in Lloydminster Cemetery.
The graveside service was conducted by the Rev. Canon David Turvey, for which we are deeply grateful.
Our warmest thanks and appreciation go to Heather Stewart and the staff of the Pioneer Lodge for their wonderful care and thoughtful attention to Dorothy over the years.
We would like to thank our friends and family for warm hugs, phone calls, and beautiful flowers in sympathy.
In lieu of thank you notes, a donation will be made to the SPCA’s new animal shelter.
Many thanks also to Linda McCaw, Glenn and Dale McCaw for attention to all details regarding Dorothy’s wishes for the funeral arrangements.
Bill & Jessica Browne
Ella & Sheila Kent
Ruth English nee: Hurlburt, of Calgary, AB
1917 - 2006
Ruth English of Calgary, passed away on April 22, 2006 at the age of 88 years. Born July 20, 1917 in Lashburn, SK, eldest of four children.
Predeceased by her husband Leo and brothers Gordon and Jack Hurlburt.
She is survived by four daughters, Marilyn Brown (Wayne) of Paradise Hill, SK, Margaret English of Calgary, AB, Frances Varty (Roy) of Calgary, AB and Catherine Porter of Saskatoon; eight grandchildren, Marie Brown of Vancouver, B.C., Gordon Brown of Airdrie, AB, Shannon Levesque of Vancouver, B.C., Renee Levesque of Winnipeg, MB, Jeff Varty of Perth, Australia, Leah Varty of Dublin, Ireland, Laura Jones of London, England and Kevin Porter of Saskatoon, SK; and two great grandchildren, Brayden and Kaelan Brown of Airdrie, AB. Also surviving is her sister Marguerite Wickstrand of Battleford, SK.
With husband Leo she farmed in the Burke district near Marshall, SK. Later she moved to Lloydminster and worked for the Jubilee Lodge and Auxiliary Hospital as a cook. Never a stranger to hard work, she also made time for trips to Peck Lake and enjoyed gardening, baking and travelling. She celebrated the successes of her children and grandchildren who were confident of her love and support. Although she faced much adversity in her life she was able to above it and will be remembered as a good friend and neighbour as well as a tireless community volunteer.
She was recognized for her volunteer work with a citizen of the year award in 1988.
Ruth spent her final years in Calgary. Her family wish to acknowledge the love and care given to her by companions Tracey of Lloydminster and Dina, Denise and Jennifer of Calgary.
We are very grateful. According to her wishes she will be cremated.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
Heritage Funeral Services “Calgary Crematorium Chapel” Telephone: 299-0111.
