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Mrs. Ellen Dorthea Gavel
April 26, 1917 - November 5, 2007
On Monday, November 5, 2007 Ellen Dorthea Gavel passed away quietly at the Victoria Hospital in Prince Albert after a brief struggle with cancer. Ellen was born on the 26th of April 1917 in Bengough, SK to Otto and Tilda Strand. In the early 1930’s the Strand family abandoned the farm to the drought and moved to Rose Valley, SK. Not many years later in 1937 she met and married Thomas Gavel and together they farmed in the Rose Valley District and raised three sons, Gordon, Dale and Eldon. They retired in 1975 and then moved to Prince Albert where they were to enjoy six years of travel, camping and hosting family functions until Tom passed away in 1981. Mom went on to live independently enjoying her garden; her hobbies of quilting, knitting and crocheting and her crafts adorn many of her family’s households. In addition to her husband she was predeceased by her oldest son Gordon and seven brothers and sisters. Surviving are siblings Otto Strand and Addie Baker of Calgary. Also surviving her are her other sons, daughters-in-law Andrea (Gordon), Aline (Dale), Irene (Eldon) and former daughter-in-law Joan, as well as grandchildren Colleen (Rick) Woo, Greg Gavel, Allison Gavel, Nicole (Kirby) Schepp, Jason (Teresa) Gavel, Darla (Scott) Ward, Brian (Karen) Gavel and ten great-grandchildren. A Graveside Memorial Service will be held at the Rose Valley Cemetery at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 10th followed by a luncheon at the Rose Valley Seniors Center. It is the family’s request that in lieu of flowers donation be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of RIVER PARK MEMORIAL CHAPEL.
Mr. Garth Alex Holtslander
July 5, 1930 - November 8, 2007
Born in Central Butte, SK, he grew up in Dawson Creek, BC where he met and married Angie Nostbakken. They had four sons Gordon, Barry, Reade and Verne. The family moved to Sherwood Park, AB where Garth worked for Canada Post and was deeply involved with the Sherwood Park Alliance Church. In 1990 Angie passed away. Three years later Garth moved to Regina to attend Canadian Bible College. While there he met and married Norma Bailey. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Religion at the age of 67 years. He was a man of simple pleasures but profound intellect and curiosity.
Garth is survived by his wife Norma; his four sons Gordon (Lorraine) and their children Graham (Crystal), Danielle, Kaylee; Barry (Heather) and their children Haley, Annaliese and Neala; Reade (Jennifer) and their son Adoniram; and Verne (Heidi) and their children Joshua and Melissa; sisters Eloise, Marge, Karen and Wendy.
A MEMORIAL SERVICE will be held at First Baptist Church, 2241 Victoria Avenue, Regina, SK S4P 0S4 on Monday, November 12, 2007 at 2:00 p.m.
Donations in memory of Garth may be made to the First Baptist Church, Regina, SK.
Arrangements are entrusted to Regina Funeral Home.
Mrs. Anna Marie Schmitke
June 13, 1915 - November 5, 2007
Marie passed away peacefully on Monday, November 5, 2007, at the age of 92. She was born on the family farm at Holdfast, Sask. on June 13, 1915. Marie was the third child out of 13 children of John Dilschneider and Ottillia Schmidt. Marie attended Manheim School, a nearby one-room schoolhouse, and was living and helping out at home when she married a neighbour, Jake Schmitke, in 1950. Jake was the “love of her life”. They farmed on the Schmitke homestead, east of Holdfast, for many years before selling the farm and moving to Moose Jaw. There, Marie, a skilled seamstress, did professional sewing at their home. When her sister Sally and Sally’s husband Arnold Feusi moved to Prince Albert in 1989, Marie moved as well. She settled into her new home and enjoyed knitting, crocheting, sewing, and doing crossword puzzles. Marie, along with her sister Sally, had a full time job supplying the family with all the latest knitting, crocheting, and crafts that were popular at any particular time. She was also very fond of helping Twyla with her school projects. Marie’s saying grace before meals became a tradition in our family. Marie was predeceased by her husband Jake, an infant child, three brothers, and four sisters. She is survived by one brother, Paul Dilschneider (Ruby) of Holdfast; four sisters – Florence Scherloski of Midland, Ontario; Dorothy Hamilton of Bruce Mines, Ontario; Donna Dilschneider of Lion’s Head, Ontario; and Darlene McGonegal (Sherman) of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario; numerous nephews and nieces, including Sally’s children, Twyla Simola (Erkki) and Tanny Swenson (Felipe Maya) of Prince Albert and Tim Feusi (Heather Carruthers) of Moose Jaw, as well as many grand and great-great-grand nephews and nieces. A memorial service will be held in Moose Jaw at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to Children’s Haven in Prince Albert would be appreciated. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of River Park Memorial Chapel.
Mrs. Betty Louise Probe
February 19, 1937 - November 8, 2007
Betty Louise Probe was caring, loving, and sincere. A wife, mother, grandmother, sister and daughter, she will truly be remembered and missed. Betty was born on February 19, 1937 and passed away on November 8, 2007. She was raised in Weyburn, SK by her parents Oswald “Ossie” and Thelma Fisk of Kelowna, BC. Betty was part of the fabulous 5+1 with four sisters and one brother.
She was predeceased by her father Oswald in 1987; brother Charles in 1960; son Christopher in 1986; and husband Wayne in 2006.
Betty will be missed by her sisters Francis (Alf) Schmidt, Coco (Don) Heebner, both of Kelowna, BC, Bubbins (Gene) Schmidt of Weyburn, SK and Marlene (Reg) Williamson of Moose Jaw, SK. Betty was truly loved by everyone she met. A kind word or whatever she could do was the order of the day. Helpful and thoughtful she was the backbone of the family. She was a loving mother and grandmother to Michael (Debbie) and grandsons Greg and Ryan of Regina, SK, Dr.’s Leonard (Christine) and grandson Jonathan of Mantua, NJ and granddaughter Jennifer of Boca Raton, FL.
She loved to go in the motorhome on trips and was active in the Good Sam’s who have provided unbelievable love and support. We all benefited by knowing Betty and her strength and kindness will not be forgotten. She had a smile on her face to the end and never once complained. She is truly an inspiration and an example of what we all should be and how we should all treat each other. We love you and bid you farewell on your journey through eternity. GOD BLESS YOU.
A FUNERAL SERVICE will be held on Monday, November 12, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at Regina Funeral Home, Hwy #1 East, Regina, SK with interment to follow in Riverside Memorial Park Cemetery.
Arrangements are entrusted to Regina Funeral Home.
Grandma, I am sorry that I can’t be here today. About two months ago before you passed, I was able to visit you. I enjoyed every minute of it and will never forget the last days and minutes I spent with you before I had to leave to catch my flight. That trip meant more to me then any other trip I have ever taken in my life and I’m very fortunate and thankful that dad gave me the opportunity to see you one last time.
Grandma, one of the sweetest ladies you’ll ever meet. She loved her family very much and always made sure if you were in her presence that you were doing the right thing. Whether it be making sure you had good manners, especially at the table or just making sure you were using good judgment with anything in life. You were very supportive, loving and caring as a grandma, mom and wife.
Grandpa sure loved her. They were both always together shopping, visiting with the many friends they had, trips to many countries, and trips to visit different family members. Grandma and Grandpa were together for over 50 years and now once again they are reunited back together at the gates of heaven.
Love, Your Grandson, Jon
Mr. William Stephen Sudom
September 12, 1921 - November 8, 2007
William Stephen Sudom was born and raised in the Avonlea district and passed away on Thursday November 8, 2007 in Regina, SK at the age of 86 years.
He was predeceased by his parents Steve and Julia Sudom and sisters Rose, Ruth, and Mary.
William will be missed and remembered by his wife of 46 years Edith; their children Barry (Leanne), Charles (Karen), Wade (Deanna) and Corinne (Don); 11 grandchildren; brother Harry; sisters Florence and Gladys; as well as nieces, nephews and friends.
A special thank you to the staff on 4 West at Regina Pioneer Village who cared for William for the past 4 years.
A CELEBRATION OF WILLIAM’S LIFE will be at Regina Funeral Home, Hwy #1 East, Regina, SK on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at 2:00 p.m.
Flowers are greatly declined. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan, 2360 – 2nd Avenue, Regina, SK S4R 1A6.
Arrangements are entrusted to Regina Funeral Home.
Mrs. Helen Grance Elgear
March 11, 1928 - November 8, 2007
On November 8, 2007 Mrs. Helen "Tootsie" Elgear of Regina, passed away at the age of 79 years.
She will be lovingly remembered by her sons Dale and Hal Brehaut; four grandchildren Colin (Tesh) Brehaut, Denise Brehaut, Nicole Brehaut and Tracy (Curtus) Gervais; two great grandchildren J.D. and Kyler; brothers Stanley (Elizabeth), Norman, George (Marg), Dean (Eileen) and Delbert Godon; sisters Georgina (Henry) Penner and Diana Godon; as well as numerous other relatives and friends.
She was predeceased by her husband Harold Craig in 1993; parents Joseph and Helen Godon and siblings Wesley and Aleta.
The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the staff at the General Hospital for their compassionate care of Helen during her time there.
A FUNERAL SERVICE will be held at Regina Funeral Home, Hwy #1 East, Regina, SK on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. with interment to follow in Regina Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Arrangements are entrusted to Regina Funeral Home.
Mr. Lyle Derrick Brown
December 13, 1966 - November 6, 2007
Lyle Derrick Brown passed away Tuesday, November 6, 2007. He was born in Williams Lake, BC on December 13, 1966. Lyle leaves to mourn: his mom Carol; his sister Sharlene (Russell) MacKay; his brothers John, Lyndon (Verna); his nieces, nephew, cousins, aunts and uncles. He was predeceased by his dad Jack Brown; his four uncles and his grandparents. Lyle was a very avid reader of intellectual, religious books and also was very knowledgeable about geography. Prayers at the Northside Community Hall at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, November 10. Lunch to follow. Interment of cremated remains will take place at a later date. It is the family’s request that in lieu of flowers donations be made to the Metis Local #108 of Christopher Lake. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of RIVER PARK MEMORIAL CHAPEL.
