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KENNETH ANDERSON
KENNETH ELLIOTT ANDERSON, born December 7, 1927, died Sunday, March 17, 2002. Ken was a farmer in the Courval district for many years. Ken was born in 1927 in Toronto, Ontario. He was raised and farmed in the Courval area until retiring to Mossbank in the late 1970’s.A man of few words, Ken was a people watcher who took in all that went on around him. Ken was a bachelor and was a very active member of the Mossbank 50 Plus Club. He would never turn down a game of rummy and spent many hours playing at the Senior’s Centre. He also helped maintain the grass and flowers at the hall. In 1991, Ken had a heart attack and from that point on he was an avid walker to keep his heart in shape. He loved the outdoors and loved to keep his eyes on the crops in the area. We will fondly remember his sparkling blue eyes that lit up his whole face when he smiled and his favourite saying…“It don’t matter!” He is survived by one sister and brother-in-law, Ruth and Roland Nelson of Surrey, B.C., three nieces, one nephew, seven great-nieces and nephews and three great-great- nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his father and step-father, his mother, Annie Muxlow and brother, Gordon Robert Anderson. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, March 22, 2002 at 1:30 p.m. at Mossbank United Church. Reverend David Peebles will officiate. Memorialization will take place at a later date. Flowers are gratefully declined, donations to Mossbank Seniors Centre, Mossbank United Church or to a charity of one’s choice. In living memory of Kenneth, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
LILLIAN BELT
Mrs. Lillian Belt, age 100, passed away peacefully in Central Butte on Sunday, November 3, 2002. Born in Reston, Manitoba, she and her family lived in various communities throughout Manitoba and Saskatchewan. In 1921 the family moved to the Tugaske district where they farmed. It was there that Lillian met Ross Belt, whom she married in 1928. Ross and Lillian farmed together until retiring to Tugaske in 1967. Lillian is predeceased by her parents, husband, Ross in 1976, as well as several brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, and sisters-in-law. Lillian is survived by her son, Irwin (Margaret) Belt; granddaughters: Sherry Lyn and Marie Louise; sisters-in-law, Florence Matthews, Verna Matthews, Jean Matthews, Viola Belt, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held at the Tugaske Community Hall on Thursday, November 7, 2002 at 2:30 pm. Pastor Mervin Kempert will officiate. Interment will follow at the Tugaske Cemetery. Memorials to the Canadian Cancer Society, 223 Fairford St. E., Moose Jaw, S6H 0E1, or the Sask. Heart & Stroke Foundation, Box 521, Moose Jaw, S6H 4P2, would be appreciated. In living memory of Lillian, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
STEVE BABICH
MR. STEPHEN (STEVE) BABICH of Moose Jaw, passed away at Moose Jaw Providence Place on Monday, July 8, 2002 at the age of 86 years. Steve was born March 4, 1916 in Moose Jaw and attended Westmount Public School. In 1929 he moved to the farm in the Burdick district and attended Technical High School. After high school Steve became a full time farmer and rancher on his father’s farm. He married Doris (Zinn) in 1945 and together they made their home on the farm. In 1960 he moved to farm in the Pasqua district where he lived until 1979. Steve then moved to Moose Jaw where he resided until his passing. Steve had a true love for the land and enjoyed driving farm equipment. He enjoyed traveling, especially south in the winter months, visiting friends and family. Predeceased by his parents, Alexander and Anna, brother-in-law, Myron Chomiak and nephew, Brent Babich. Steve is lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his family: wife Doris, son Grant (Beverly); grandchildren Byron, Brandon (special friend Kelly) and Tamara – all of Moose Jaw; sisters Mary (George) Johnson of Toronto and Ollie Chomiak of Winnipeg, brother John (Margaret) of Moose Jaw, sister-in-law Lil Lyons of Moose Jaw as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, July 12, 2002 at 1:30 p.m. in the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel, 106 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw. Dr. Bob Kimmerly will officiate. Interment will follow at Rosedale Cemetery. Visitation for family and friends will be held Thursday evening 7-8 p.m. at the Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials for Ina Grafton Gage Home, 200 Iroquois St. E., Moose Jaw, S6H 4T3 or to Providence Place Foundation, 100 Second Ave. N.E., Moose Jaw, S6H 1B8 would be gratefully accepted. In living memory of Steve, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
MARGARET STEVENSON
A. MARGARET STEVENSON was born in Mortlach, Saskatchewan November 21, 1910 and passed away in Pioneer Lodge on February 21st, 2001 at the age of 90 years. She attended Stevenson School and lived with her parents on the farm. In 1951 her mother passed away and Margaret became her father’s house keeper for several years. Eventually Margaret moved to Moose Jaw and really enjoyed the different senior groups and especially her bowling. After several small strokes, Margaret moved into Pioneer Lodge where she was lovingly cared for by the staff. Predeceased by her parents and two brothers, Charlie and Ken. Margaret is survived by her sisters-in-law, Elsie Langhorne and Florence Stevenson, three nephews, two nieces and several great-nieces and great-nephews and a multitude of friends. The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, February 24th, 2001 at 1:30 p.m. in the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel, 106 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw. Reverend Frank Mitchell will officiate. Interment will follow at Rosedale Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Margaret’s memory may be made to the Recreational Department of Pioneer Lodge, 1000 Albert St., Moose Jaw.
MELBA McGONIGAL
Melba Victoria McGonigal (nee Jordison) of Moose Jaw, passed away November 15, 2002 at the age of 68 years. Melba was born at Crane Valley to Percy and Bessie Jordison on November 3, 1934, the third of four children. Melba was raised and attended school at Crane Valley. Over the years, Melba enjoyed farming, baseball and curling. Her biggest joy and love was her sons, grandchildren, and great-grandchild. Melba is predeceased by her mother, Bessie Jordison; brother, Bruce Jordison; and brother-in-law, Jim Andrews. She leaves to mourn her father, Percy Jordison of Moose Jaw; sons: John (Donna-Mae) McGonigal and their sons, Jason and Bradley of Saskatoon; Sam (Lorraine) McGonigal and their son, Chad (Kendra Loucks) and their son, Brock of Rockglen; Percy McGonigal of Halbrite, friend Maxine Patterson of Moose Jaw and his sons: Jonathon of Halbrite and Justin of Patricia, Alta. Melba is also survived by one brother, Robert (Beryl) Jordison of Moose Jaw; one sister, Margaret Andrews of Crane Valley; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. A special thank you to the staff of the Moose Jaw Pioneers Lodge who provided such kind, loving care for our mom during her illness. Funeral Services will be held at W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, November 19, 2002 at 11:00 am. Pastor Bill Luther will officiate. Interment will follow at the Family Plot, Crane Valley Cemetery. Memorials to the Canadian Cancer Society, 223 Fairford ST. E., Moose Jaw, S6H 0E1, would be appreciated. In living memory of Melba, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
ROY COOPER
MR. LEROY “ROY” GRAY COOPER passed away in Moose Jaw on Tuesday, October 9, 2001 at the age of 84 years. Born April 27, 1917 at Keeler, Saskatchewan, Roy farmed for 45 years in the Keeler district. He enjoyed the quality of life of small town Saskatchewan. Roy was a very diversified farmer growing grain, raising cattle, pigs, chicken, and was a great gardener. He was always there to help friends and neighbours whenever a helping hand was needed. Roy always looked forward to family gatherings and having the nieces and nephews around. He was predeceased by his parents Christopher and Ada Cooper, sister Peggy (Neal) Forsyth, brother George (Gren) Cooper, brothers-in-law Lawrence Kemp and Wilbur Murray. Roy is survived by four brothers: Clarence Cooper, Sidney (Dorothy) Cooper, Donald Cooper, Bud (Frances) Cooper, two sisters: Dorothy Kemp of Moose Jaw and Betty Murray of Blairmore, Alberta, his loving companion, Helen and her children: Yvonne (Alfred) McLelland, Stan (Sharon) Shewciw, Phyllis (Brian) MacLachlan, eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, October 13, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. in the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel, 106 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw. Gary Johnson will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Keeler Community Club, c/o Marian O’Connel, Box 90, Keeler, Sask., S0H 2E0. In living memory of Roy, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
(STELLA) HELENA LISELL
MRS. (STELLA) HELENA LISELL of Moose Jaw and formerly of Riverhurst, passed away in Moose Jaw Union Hospital on Sunday, April 7, 2002. Helena was born in Campbellton, New Brunswick on May 18, 1911. She attended school in Campbellton, Chatham and Niagra Falls. Her mother’s work as a legal secretary brought them west to Regina and later to Moose Jaw. Her Dad wanted to farm so they bought a farm south of Gilroy. This is when Helena met Karl. They were married November 10, 1931 in Berwyn, Alberta. The family by this time were living in the Peace River District. Helena and Karl farmed south of Gilroy on the Savage place until his retirement in 1967. They moved to Riverhurst and after Karl’s passing in 1988, Helena moved to Moose Jaw to be near her sister, Nora (Minard) and other family members. Helena leaves to mourn her loving children: Doreen (Grant) Hall, Fay (Ivan) Macklin and Marlow (Dianne) Lisell. Ten grandchildren: Roger (Janice) Hall of Calgary, Debby (Don) Pollock of Riverhurst, Sharlene Pollock of Moose Jaw, Kurt Macklin of Calgary, Kandy (Wes) Bourdages, Karla Overs, Tiffany (Shane) Drake, Jennifer (Russell) Barnett, Karl and Kevin Lisell – all of Moose Jaw. Thirteen great-grandchildren: Jason (Heather) Pollock, Jane (Kelly) Caragata, Jennilee Pollock, Kristin & Dustin Pollock, Stephanie & Justin Overs, Joshua & Cassandra Bourdages, Dakota & Dalena Songer, Dayton Fletcher, Justyn Barnett; three great-great-grandchildren: Cheyene & Joseph Caragata and Kaitlyn Pollock. Sisters: Pearle Halvorson, Nora (Minard) Lisell, brother, Roy (Irene) Sundby, sister-in-law, Elaine (Edgar) Gustafson as well as many nieces and nephews. Helena was predeceased by her husband, Karl in 1988, her mother, Stella Sundby in 1985, her father, Hans Sundby in 1965; sisters: Viola in 1982, Gussie in 2000; brothers: Bert in 1978, Albert in 1989 and Harold in 1977. The Funeral Service will be held at Minto United Church, 1036 – 7th Ave. N.W., Moose Jaw on Saturday, April 13, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. Reverend John Carley will officiate. Interment will follow at Riverhurst Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Helena may be made to the Osteoporosis Society, Box 99, Royal University Hospital, Saskatoon, Sask., S4N 0W8. In living memory of Helena, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
