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MARY GERALDINE MEACHER
It is with grateful hearts that the children of Mary Geraldine Meacher announce her passing at the age of 87 years at Providence Place with her loving family by her side. Mary was born on March 2, 1924 in Mazenod, SK. She was the sixth born in a family of twelve. Mary was predeceased by her parents Marie and Herman Seeman; brothers Albert, Gerald, Basil, Edward and Leo; sisters Carmal and Theresa. She is survived by her sisters Catherine Seeman and Margaret Wilkinson; brothers Paul (Claudia) Seeman, Joe (Audrey) Seeman and numerous nephews and nieces. She met and married William Charles Meacher who also predeceased her in 1980. They had eight children who loved and supported her journey. Mary is survived by her children Bill (Barbie and Chuck), Cynthia Gradwell (Jason), Gord and Wendy (Jeffory and Brittany), Jane and George Kerr (Patrick), Russ and Mary (Jeffery), Lois and Bill McDonald (Jennifer), Nancy and Harold (Marcy), Stella and Don Harder (Jessica) and great- grandchildren. Mary was a stay at home parent who did sewing for the community to help make ends meet. She was a busy woman well loved by friends and family. Mary was a sage in her own way for not only did she mend clothes she helped to mend hearts with her loving talks and generous gifts of time for all. It has been difficult to see her memory leave before she did although her family continued to love and support her life. We feel blessed by the care and love she received from the Staff at Providence Place and wish to offer them a heartfelt expression of gratitude for the care they gave our Mom. The Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church Saturday, July 2, 2011 at 10:00am. Father Rick Krofchek will be the celebrant. An Evening Prayer Service will be held at W. J. Jones & Son Chapel, 106 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw on Friday, July 1, 2011 at 7:30pm. Following cremation memorialization will take place at Prairie Memorial Columbarium. In lieu of flowers memorial donations directed to the Alzheimer Association, #301 – 2550 12th Ave, Regina, S4P 3X1 would be appreciated. In living memory of Mary, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
McKELVEY GEORGE ELLARD
It is with a great deal of sadness that we announce the passing of McKelvey George Ellard after a courageous battle with cancer. Kel was born February 23, 1946 and passed away at home with his family by his side on May 8, 2010. Predeceased by his brother Steve, sister Bev, mother Dorothy and father Percy, he leaves to mourn his loving wife of 43 years, Marg, three children, Lana Ellard, Laurie (Scott) Thomas, Steve (Jill) Ellard, seven grandchildren, Shae, Brette and Alex Matheson, Evan and Jordyn Thomas, and Olivia and McKelvey Ellard, sister Penny Anderson, and numerous nieces and nephews. Kel grew up in the Mortlach area where he attended school. Upon graduation from grade twelve, he was accepted into the Regular Officers Training Plan (ROTP) in the Airforce and shortly after his 21st birthday obtained his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Saskatchewan. Kel spent seven years in the Armed Forces and then left to become a design engineer at SaskPower in Regina where he spent 10 years. Following that Kel made a decision to buy more farmland and he and Marg moved to the farm outside Moose Jaw in 1980. In addition to farming, Kel also taught in the electronics program at SIAST where he eventually became Program Head. As a result of failing health, he made a decision to retire from SIAST in 2005 and dedicate more time to his farm. Kel’s great love was his family and his farm, in that order. He took great pride and joy in the accomplishments of his children, grandchildren, and his son-in-law and daughter-in-law. One of Kel’s greatest enjoyments was the many hours that he spent coaching hockey when his son was young. Kel will be sadly missed. His presence was a huge part of the family and the loss of that presence leaves a very large hole. A Memorial Tea will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, 268 High St. W., Moose Jaw, on Wednesday May 12, 2010 from 2:30 - 4:30 pm. Memorialization will take place privately at Rosedale Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, 61B Ross St. W., Moose Jaw, S6H 2M2, or Heart & Stroke Foundation, 279 3rd Ave. N., Saskatoon, S7K 2H8, would be much appreciated. In living memory of Kel, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
YVONNE FONTAINE
Yvonne Jacqueline Fontaine of Moose Jaw, SK passed away peacefully on May 8, 2010 at the age of 80 years. Yvonne was born in Quebec however she moved to Moose Jaw in 1980 with her brother Fred Savoie where she built her life of three generations. Yvonne took great pride in not only her role as an independent housekeeper but also as an integral part with First Choice Cleaners. Yvonne was a social butterfly who enjoyed to play bingo, crib and sip on a nice cold biere. Her pride and joy was spending time not only with her grandchildren but her great-grandchildren as well. She will be remembered for her sense of humour and her amazing smile. Yvonne will be fondly missed by her children Richard (Valerie) Savoie, Denise (Mike) Entz, Cecile (Kerry) Phillips, Phil (Marsha) Fontaine, 16 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. Yvonne is predeceased by her parents, one brother Joe; two sisters, Lucy and Lizane; and two granddaughters Samantha and Crystal. A Funeral Service will be held at W. J. Jones & Son Chapel on Thursday May 13, 2010 at 1.30 pm. Della Ferguson will officiate. Visitation for family and friends will be held Wednesday May 12 from 8:00 to 9:00 pm at W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home. For those so wishing memorial donations to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 150 Albert St. , Regina, Sk. S4R 2N2 would be appreciated. In living memory of Yvonne, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
SHIRLEY ELLS
SHIRLEY ELLS passed away peacefully June 6, 2010. She was born December 26, 1915 in Ogema, Saskatchewan to Annie and Nels Eden. In her youth Shirley loved riding horses on the family farm. Shirley and Burnell were married on November 25, 1941 and began farming in the Ogema area. In 1948, they moved to Rouleau where they farmed until they retired and moved into town. Shirley loved living on the farm, always had a pet dog and loved her large garden. She was active in the Rouleau United Church, the Rebekahs and the community of Rouleau itself. Shirley loved to dance, she and Burnell travelled many miles with square dancing, making many friends along the way. They spent many winters in Arizona where they continued to dance, as well as they enjoyed R.V.’ing coast to coast, to most of the Americans States and Mexico, and holidaying in the Bahamas. Shirley not only loved her children, she loved babies and over a span of ten years, took care of thirty-seven foster babies. Predeceased by her brothers and sisters-in-law: Jimmy and Margaret Eden, Harvey and Hilda Eden, Gordie and Jean Eden, Pete Eden, Eddie and Elaine Eden. Shirley will be sadly missed by her husband Burnell Ells of sixty-nine years; daughter, Della (Terry) Anderson – Pense and their children: Crystal (Stewart) Bosch – Fox Valley, Neal Anderson – Reno, NV; son, Dale (Paulette) Ells – Rouleau, and their children Craig (Camille) Ells, Travis and Chelsea – Saskatoon, Cory (Nicole) Ells, Cameron and Sydney – Moose Jaw, Lorelei (Darren) Perry and Lauren – Regina; sisters-in-law, Eileen Eden – Summerland, B.C. and Eileen Tripple – Campbell River, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to extend a special thank-you to the staff at Providence Place for the wonderful care that Mom received while there. A Celebration of Shirley’s Life will be held on Friday, June 11, 2010 at 7p.m. at the Rouleau United Church with Pastor Jo Mader and Reverend Neal Anderson officiating. Interment will take place at Rouleau Cemetery. For those wishing, memorial donations may be made to Providence Place Healing Garden, 100 2nd Ave NE, Moose Jaw, SK. or Rouleau United Church c/o Bonnie Downing, Rouleau, Saskatchewan. In living memory of Shirley, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
VINA BAILEY
1912 - 2010
The family of Vina Bailey announces her passing on March 31, 2010 at Providence Place. Vina is survived by her children Bill and Evva Bailey, Barb and Bert Hunt, and Art and Bonnie Dumont. She is also survived by eleven grandchildren, twenty-two great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. A Celebration of Vina’s life will be held at W. J. Jones & Son Chapel, on Wednesday April 7, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. Della Ferguson will be the Celebrant. Memorialization will take place at Rosedale Cemetery. In living memory of Vina, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
RHEA WHITBREAD
Rhea Marie Whitbread (nee Degrow), passed away at the Coronach Health Centre, Coronach, Sask. on January 30, 2004 at the age of 82 years. Rhea was the only daughter of Angus and Maggie Degrow, and with her twin, she was the youngest of five children. Born on June 2, 1921 in Smithville, Ont., she grew up and attended school in the small community of Caistorville. She married Sidney Whitbread in 1941 and while he served four years in Europe, she lived in Hamilton, Ont. and worked in a munition factory. At the end of WWII, her married life began. After four years of farming and the birth of three children, she started her life as a military wife. Rhea packed and unpacked her household many times, finally settling in Moose Jaw, Sask. Her marriage ended in 1986 and, with her family grown, she bought a car, took up bowling, and spent the remaining eighteen years of her life growing old gracefully. Predeceased by her parents and brothers: Leslie (Laura), Will (Jennie), Frank (Ina), and several sisters-and-brothers-in-law, Rhea will be remembered by her twin brother, Roy Degrow of Caistorville, Ont.; and dear sister-in-law, Mary Whitbread of Alonsa, Man. She is mourned by her children: Barb (Don) Wilson – Coronach; Wayne (Bonnie) Whitbread of Dawson Creek, B.C.; Lil (Al) Swanson of Moose Jaw, Sask.; her grandchildren: Neal (Shannon), Brad (Stephanie), Todd (Giselle) Wilson, David (Tanya), Brian (Cresta), Dean (Karon) Swanson, Denise and Gary, Ror (Veronica), Joe (Cindy) Whitbread; and her great-grandchildren: Kyle, Karlie, Tavis, Jenilee, Andrew, Morgan, Canon, and Keaton; and many nieces and nephews. As Rhea wished, there will be no funeral. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Canadian Cancer Society, 223 Fairford St. E., Moose Jaw, S6H 0E1, or the Coronach Health Care Centre, Coronach, S0H 0Z0, would be appreciated.
CASPER GERALD (JERRY) NICHVALODOFF
Casper Gerald (Jerry) Nichvalodoff passed away peacefully on Friday, May 21, 2010 at his home in Moose Jaw surrounded by family. Born in Kamsack, Saskatchewan on September 22, 1941 to Paul and Mable Nichvalodoff, he resided on a farm near Arran, Sk. until he was 10 years of age at which time his family moved to Moose Jaw . He married the love of his life, Ellen (Packard) in 1964 and together they had five children. He was musically inclined, could play most instruments by ear, loved the outdoors and could fix anything. His children fondly remember many camping trips to the mountains, summer trips to the farm at Benito and his knack for natural remedies. He was employed by SGI Salvage for 26 years until his early retirement in 2001. At that time Jerry and Ellen moved to Eyebrow, Sk., where Jerry enjoyed teasing his grandchildren, debating fringe science, religion, the meaning of life and politics with his children, gardening, and puttering around in his shop. Due to his failing health and shortly before his death Jerry and his wife moved back to Moose Jaw to be closer to family and medical facilities. He is lovingly remembered and will be deeply missed by his wife Ellen of 45 years, his children Anna (Garrit) McRoberts, Tomas (Nancy) Nichvalodoff, Bob Nichvalodoff, June (Mike) Savage, and Joey (Angela) Nichvalodoff; ten grandchildren; sisters Florence (Don) Pequin, Julie Nichvalodoff (Dave O'Neil) and Sharon Nichvalodoff (Gary Hyland); as well as his extended family. Jerry is predeceased by his parents, Paul and Mable Nichvalodoff, and nephew Dustin Pequin. The Memorial Service will be held at W. J. Jones & Son Chapel on Thursday May 27, 2010 at 2:00 pm. Reverend Rick McCorrister will officiate. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Canadian Down Syndrome Society, #283-5005 Dalhousie Dr. NW, Calgary, T3A 5R8, Sask. Lung Association, 1231 8th St. E., Saskatoon, S7h 0S5 or the Canadian Cancer Society, 61B Ross St. W., Moose Jaw, S6H 2M2. In living memory of Jerry, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
