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PHYLLIS HILL
Phyllis Hill, a soldier, of The Salvation Army Moose Jaw Citadel Corps, was "Promoted to Glory", Wednesday, May 5, 2010. Phyllis was born in Moose Jaw on January 13, 1914, the first of six children, to Robert Henry Percival Cox and Louise Charlotte Humphreys. Phyllis attended school in Moose Jaw and graduated from Central Collegiate. Phyllis married Roland Leslie Hill, on May 2, 1932 in the Moose Jaw Salvation Army Citadel. They purchased the SE quarter Section 3, Township 17, Range 26, W2nd in 1935, where they laid the family roots for their five children, Twiy, Robert, Benita, Renée and Rolene. As Phyllis travelled the path of life, as wife and mother, she endured hardships as we all do. Phyllis would mourn the loss of her young son at age 2 1/2 yrs and then her husband of twenty-three years. Determined to survive, provide for her family and keep the land, she did all this with faith in her Lord. Phyllis became a soldier of the church after her marriage. The family was raised within the Salvation Army, its teaching of the Bible and its community work. Phyllis was a life member of the Salvation Army Home League ladies group, a life member of the visitation group, League of Mercy, and a Silver Star Mother, in recognition of a child becoming a minister within the Salvation Army. Phyllis was proud of the symbolism of her uniform and freely gave of her time and efforts to help others.
Phyllis was predeceased by: son Robert Silas 1940, husband Roland Leslie 1955, father R.H. Percy 1957, mother Louise 1984, brothers Robert, James, David, and sister Josephine; great-grandson Justin McNutt 2002 and other extended family. Remembering Phyllis is her family: sister Marjorie Merrilees; daughters: Twiy, Benita (Earl), Renée, and Rolene (Gene); grandchildren: William, Catherine (Bob), Leslie-Joy (Kim), Mark (Holly), Douglas (Jennifer), Alan (Lydia), Sharon (Jeff), Manda (D'Arcy), Sean (Gail), Michael (Deann), Geoffrey (Roberta), and Gareth (Sherry), in addition 26 great-grandchildren, 9 great-great-grandchildren, many friends and relatives of the Cox and Hill extended families. A Memorial Service will be held at Salvation Army Citadel, 2 Wintergreen Drive, on Monday, May 10, 2010 at 1:30 pm. Colonel Benita Robinson will officiate. Flowers are gratefully declined, memorials to The Salvation Army Moose Jaw Citadel would be appreciated. In living memory of Phyllis, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
RALPH DEOBALD
RALPH DENNIS DEOBALD’S courageous journey ended peacefully on Saturday, March 21, 2009 at the age of 59 with his family by his side. Predeceased by his parents, Phillip and Marie, his first wife Margaret, brother Harvey and son Jamie, Ralph will be greatly missed but always treasured and forever an inspiration by his wife, Star; their children: Dion (Carol), Karen, Twyla (Terry), Robin, Lynne (Raymond), Lori, and Scott; grandchildren: Mitchell, Shelby, Chelsea, Aliesha, Brooklynn, Brenna, Emily and Eric; siblings: Roy (Kathy), Eleanor (Gordon), Barbara and Johnny (Marlene), mother-in-law Laura; twelve brothers and sisters-in-law and their families, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and countless friends. Ralph was born May 14, 1949 in Herbert, Saskatchewan. He had a zest for life and many of his childhood memories included his family farm and love for the outdoors. Ralph grew up and received his schooling in Hodgeville, Saskatchewan. His career was spent working for the Co-op for over thirty years in various locations throughout Saskatchewan. Ralph retired in 1999 and moved to Moose Jaw. In 2001 Ralph reunited with his childhood sweetheart Star and they were married on September 9, 2002. Over the last years Ralph and Star managed the Crescent Park Hideaway which was renovated into the Crescent Park Retirement Villa in 2004. Ralph’s passion included his family and friends. He always had time and a kind word for anyone he met. His love for the Montreal Canadiens, New York Yankees and Winnipeg Blue Bombers took him and his family on many sporting events. Ralph was a huge fan of Stompin Tom and liked to tap his feet to the beat of his songs. His love for animals was unique – “crows” being his bird of choice. Ralph loved to entertain others and was known for keeping family together – from the annual Deobald Family Reunion which always included his many friends that were like family to him to the annual Labour Day football game where he wore his “Blue” with pride among a sea of “green”. On March 7, 2008 Ralph began a new journey in his life – to receive a new heart. On March 25, 2008 Ralph was airlifted to Edmonton, Alberta. He went through many ups and downs from that day until his last. His journey was one of strength, inspiration and always a positive attitude. His wife Star was his rock and took this journey with him. She was with Ralph every day and every step of the way. She was truly his “Angel”. Thank you to the staff at University Hospital where Ralph spent his last year and a special thank you to everyone for all their love, prayers, support, cards, phone calls and visits. Ralph treasured them all. He left us the way he lived his life – peacefully and with dignity. His journey continues and a new chapter has begun for him. A Celebration of Ralph’s Life will be held on Friday, March 27, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at the Moose Jaw Cultural Centre (Mae Wilson Theatre), 217 Main Street North. Reverend Doug Shepherd will officiate. Memorialization will take place at Flowing Well Cemetery at a later date. For those so wishing, memorials in Ralph’s memory may be made to the University Hospital Fund (Cardiac Unit), 8440 – 112th Street N. W., Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 2B7. In living memory of Ralph, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
VINER PERREAULT
Mr. Viner Perreault, age 67, of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan passed away with family by his side on Saturday, December 4, 2010. He is predeceased by his parents, one brother, one sister and twin granddaughters. Viner is survived by his wife, Marlene; his children: Cindy, Robin (Brian), Garnet, Kathy, Ryan; his grandchildren: Mitchell, Emily, Lorilee, B.J., Joey, Steven, Randy, Jamie, Alicia, Courteney, Jacinta, Cooper, Jesse, Josh, Gill, Dallas, Tyrone and Dezarae; six great-grandchildren; one brother, Joseph as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday December 8, 2010 at 11:00am at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church. Father Rick Krofchek will preside. Visitation for family and friends will be held on Tuesday, December 7 from 7-9pm at W. J. Jones and Son Chapel. Memorial donations may be directed to the Sask. Lung Association, 1231 8th St. E., Saskatoon, S7H 0S5. In living memory of Viner, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
JAMES "DALE" BECK
December 25, 1945 - January 3, 2010
Dale passed away peacefully surrounded by his daughters at the age of 64 years. Predeceased by his wife, Sandra Robertson, parents, Rudolph (Buster) and Alice Beck, brother, Murray Wayne Beck and a granddaughter, Faith Rocheleau. Dale leaves behind his three daughters: Paula (Todd) Hooper, Pam (Cory) Yamniuk and Amanda Rocheleau; eight grandchildren: Damian Hooper, Jordan Beck, Taylor Hooper, Braxton Hooper, Dylan Yamniuk, Kyle Yamniuk, Paige Rocheleau and Hailey Rocheleau, brother, George (Jean) Beck, one nephew, Scott Beck and one niece, Laurie (Al) Girard, as well as one great-nephew and two great-nieces. Dale was a boilermaker for thirty-five years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, playing cards, and spending time with friends and arguing politics. A Celebration of Dale’s Life will be held on Friday, January 15, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. in the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel, 106 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw. Della Ferguson will officiate. For those so wishing, memorials may be directed to the Canadian Cancer Society, 61B Ross St. W., Moose Jaw, S6H 2M2. In living memory of Dale, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
MILDRED GIBBS
Mildred Gibbs passed away peacefully May 13, 2009. Born Mildred Kathleen Halstrom on February 11, 1932 at Central Butte, SK, Millie moved with her family to Moose Jaw in 1951 where she lived until her passing. She married Kenneth Gibbs in 1955. After staying at home raising her family, she was employed for many years with Moose Jaw Home Care. This was an accomplishment she was very proud of. In her later years she enjoyed chatting with friends, playing shuffle board and attending church. Predeceased by her parents, George and Leila Halstrom, sister Margaret Willson and her children’s father Ken Gibbs, she is survived by her son Dale Gibbs of Moose Jaw, daughters Carol (Brian) Miller of Moose Jaw, and Pat (Dan) Dube of Calgary; brother Ron (Eleanor) Halstrom of Moose Jaw; grandchildren, William Mitchell of Edmonton and Sam and Alicia Dube of Calgary. She will also be missed by many nieces, nephews, friends and neighbours. The Celebration of Millie's life will be held at W. J. Jones & Son Chapel on Saturday May 16, 2009 at 10:00 am. Della Ferguson will officiate. Memorialization will follow at Sunset Cemetery. Memorials to a charity of choice, would be appreciated. In living memory of Millie, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
JOSEPH ALVIN CUSHWAY
Joseph Alvin Cushway passed away on November 8, 2010 at the Crescent Park Villa. He and his wife Marie (Mickey) lived in Moose Jaw all their married life, where Al worked at the CPR until his retirement. At that time, travel became part of Al and Mickey's life, and they enjoyed bus trips to various places, trips to Portugal and finally settled on a winter home in Mesa, where they spent many enjoyable winters with their friends. Al was also known for his beautiful back yard, and he spent countless hours tending the plants and flowers. After the death of his wife Mickey, Al's new companion was his beloved little dog Jaxon. Al will be lovingly remembered by his sons Leonard (Lorraine), Allan (Jacki); grandsons Lee (Carla), Russell, Jason (Chantelle), Jeff (Heather), Joe (Marla); his ten great-grandchildren Tony, Colby, Kyle, Taylor, Drew, Dalton, Logan, Keira, Braydon and Riley; brothers Doug (Phyllis), Roy (Judy), and numerous nieces and nephews. A private family memorial will be held at Rosedale Chapel, according to Al's wishes. Friends and family are invited to a Come & Go Tea at W. J. Jones & Son Family Center, 262 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw, on Friday November 12, 2010 from 3:00 – 5:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Moose Jaw Humane Society, Box 1658, Moose Jaw, S6H 7K7, would be appreciated. In living memory of Al, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
HELEN MERTICK
Helen (Petrescue) Mertick, born December 25, 1921, passed away on January 28, 2009 at Moose Jaw Extendicare Nursing Home. Helen came into the world in Kayville, Sask. as the 16th child of George and Agafia Petrescue. She was predeceased by her husband of 64 years, Alex, her son, George, at 13 months and 8 brothers and 7 sisters. She is survived by a sister Rose (Cliff) Round, brother George (Joyce) Petrescue, sister-in-law Adriana Petrescue; her children, Diane (Alby) Williams, Gerald (Elva), Cliff (Brigitte) and 7 grandchildren; Jeff (Elsia), Jayda (Justin) Mercier, Kelly-Ann (Graham) Sluth, Alexis, Jon, Thad, Diedre (Dom) Rubino and 6 great grandchildren; Skye, Summer, Abby, Zoe, Valencia and Joseph. Much could be expressed about her hardworking drive and her exquisite cooking and baking, such as her unduplicated donuts and her garden which would make you "scared" how well it grew. Even more could be related about her experiences and determination of bringing the Good News of the Kingdom to others well into her 80's. As well, her older friends and family could talk to you at length about Helen's skill as an athletic baseball player and as a dancer light on her feet. But the epitome of Helen's exceptional character was never better experienced as when she would sit at the kitchen table with her children and her grandchildren, teasing and being teased, expressing her love, concern and simply having fun. Her most prominent desire all through her life was for everyone, especially her family, to get along in peace, love and forgiveness amongst each other. From this hope, she never wavered. Mom, it's time to rest. The paradise you faithfully looked to is so near. You fought the fine fight. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Extendicare for all your love and compassion. Over the 15 months of her residing there, the phenomenal support and care given went way above the call of duty. Her caregivers were like family. Words cannot express our appreciation. Services to be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses at 200 Mulberry Lane and Thatcher Drive, Moose Jaw and will be presided by James Sikorski at 2:30 p.m. on Monday, February 2, 2009. In living memory of Helen, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
