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IVY HILL
March 3, 1924 – March 20, 2011
Mom passed away peacefully March 20, 2011 at Porteous Lodge, Saskatoon. Born at Woodrow, SK, the only child of Fred and Grace Bradfield, she moved to Moose Jaw, SK, following school and worked for Prairie Airways and the French Cleaners. She married Ted Hill June 16th, 1946 and raised their two children, Linda and Ron in Moose Jaw. Mom & Dad retired early and traveled Canada and the US, spending many winters in Arizona. Mom moved to Saskatoon in 2000 after Dad passed away and lived seven wonderful years at Primrose Chateau. She later moved into Porteous Lodge. She was an avid reader, a sports fanatic, never missing a Toronto Blue Jays game, curling, football or golf on TV. She loved her bingo game, and played a mean game of cards. Mom was a life member of the Order of the Royal Purple. Mom loved living at Porteous Lodge and was always happy to see the smiles of the wonderful staff dropping in to visit with her. Predeceased by her parents & husband Ted, she leaves to cherish her memory, her daughter, Linda (Doug) Hutchinson, Saskatoon; her granddaughter Marla (Todd) Hein, great-grandchildren Taryn and Jace of Saskatoon; granddaughter Shawna McCafferty (Dennis) of Wetaskwin, AB; son, Ron (Shirley) Hill of Duncan, BC, grandchildren Carl Hill, Moose Jaw, SK, Ross (Karren) Hill, Brownlee SK, great-grandchildren Rain, Autumn and Tyler of Brownlee, SK; granddaughter Jaida (Glen) Brewer, great-grandchildren Andrew and Alexis of Duncan BC; several cousins and extended family. Special thanks to Dr. Nayaar, Dr. Rajput, the management and staff of Porteous Lodge. In lieu of flowers, donations in mom's memory may be made to Porteous Lodge, 833 Ave. P N., Saskatoon, SK S7L 2W5 or Dr. A.H. Rajput Neurology Research, 103 Hospital Dr., Saskatoon, SK S7N 0W8. A Celebration of Ivy's life will be held at W. J. Jones & Son Chapel on Tuesday May 3, 2011 at 2:00 pm. Della Ferguson will officiate. In living memory of Ivy, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
ALICE GROSENICK
Alice Mary (Davis) Grosenick of Moose Jaw, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2009 at Ina Grafton Gage Home in her 100th year. Mom was born at Tilney, Saskatchewan on December 23, 1909. She was schooled at the one room school house at Tilney, completing her education at the Women's College in Regina. She married Otto Grosenick, her childhood sweetheart, in 1930 and they farmed together in the district for several years before retiring to Moose Jaw. Mom was a member of the Blue Hill United Church and a life member of the United Church Women. Family were her greatest treasure as were her many friends. She was particularly interested in what her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were doing. She enjoyed visiting and easily met new people in conversation. She was predeceased by her parents Bert and Mary Davis, her husband Otto (1992), son Larry (2002), an infant son, an infant granddaughter, daughter-in-law Yvonne Grosenick, her brothers, Ted (Gertie ) Davis, Fred (Evelyn) Davis, and Den Davis. She is lovingly remembered by her son; Don (Glenys) and their family Ron (Karen) Grosenick, Karen (Rod) Cunningham, Kathy (Duane) Nicholas, Susan (John) Dow; son Bob (Diana) and their family Dean (Joyce) Grosenick, Darrin (Brenda) Grosenick, Lisa Watt, Dawn Antherien, Mark (Charlotte) Almberg, Kevin (Catherine) Almberg; Larry's children Shannon (Ed) Fehr, Barbara Nash, Glen (Sherri) Grosenick and their mother Mary Ann Grosenick; many great–grandchildren; brother-in-law Jack (Jean) Grosnick, sister-in-law Ethel Grosnick; several nieces and nephews and many friends. The Funeral Service will be held at W.J. Jones & Son Chapel, Moose Jaw, Thursday, March 19, 2009 at 1:00 pm. Reverend Marilyn Keerak officiating. Interment will take place at a later date at the Blue Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Ina Grafton Gage Home, 200 Iroquois St. E. Moose Jaw, S6H 4T3. In living memory of Alice, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
C.R. (Bob) Drysdale
It is with sorrow, but in celebration of a life well lived that we announce the passing of Bob Drysdale on Feb.15, 2009. He was born on June 10, 1917, the eldest of five children born to R.W. (Bob) and Marion Agnes Drysdale of Spring Valley, SK. Bob was predeceased by his wife Anne (Winter), brothers Hugh and Jim and sisters-in-law Jeanne and Marjorie. Left to honor and cherish his memory is daughter Darlene (Brian) Cocks of Melfort and their sons Stephen, Sean (Carey) and Scott (Pascale); daughter Gloria (David) Mattern of Regina and their children Patti and Michael; Bob's brother Grant of Regina, sister Marion (Lyle) Trenholm of Deseronto, ON., sister-in-law Dorothy of Moose Jaw, nieces Luetta and Marlene; nephews Bob, Ken, Lyle, Brian and Don. He will also be fondly remembered by all of Anne's family. A Service of Remembrance and Thanksgiving will be held at W. J. Jones & Son Chapel, Moose Jaw on Friday, February 20, 2009 at 1:00 pm. Della Ferguson will officiate. Interment will follow at Sunset Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Association or M.S. Society of Canada (Sask. Division). In living memory of Bob, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
MARVIN ARNOLD
It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of their Dad and Grandpa, Marvin Arnold, on Sunday January 16, 2011 at the age of 68. Marvin was born on February 27, 1942, the youngest of eleven children, to Carl and Lydia Arnold. He attended Kelstern School, not always arriving on time of course, depending on the number of rest breaks his Shetland pony needed. In his late teens he moved to Moose Jaw and was employed at the Sask. Wheat Pool Livestock Division, then returning to Shamrock to work for Rex Turner in his garage. On June 14, 1963 he married Margaret Schoenroth and raised four daughters while living and working in the Shamrock District. In 1979 the family moved to their farm four miles north of Shamrock. He followed his father's footsteps, becoming a Bonded Livestock Dealer as well as raising Quarter Horses. During these years he made many long time friends and acquaintances. In 2003 Marvin semi-retired and moved to Moose Jaw where he continued to work in the livestock industry on a smaller scale. Marvin would never pass up the opportunity to travel to a horse sale or attend a Moose Jaw Warriors hockey game. Marvin had many other interests which included being a Lifetime Lions Member, playing baseball well into his 40's, an avid curler, and spent many hours playing smear with family and friends. Dad instilled many good qualities into the lives of his daughters and grandchildren, which we will carry with us forever. Dad was not one to show a lot of affection or emotion, but we all know deep down that he loved us all dearly and was very proud of each one of us. We miss you Dad and Grandpa. You will always be in our hearts. We love you. Marvin leaves to treasure his memory his four daughters and their families; Shelly; Rhonda (Barry) Dylan, Cody, Kyle and Cole; Teresa (Grant) Twyla (great-grandson Jayden), Jake and Brayton; Lisa (Kim) Codey, Jenna and Tyler; brothers Fred (Blanche), Albert (Helen) and Bob; sisters Lil (Warren) and Sylvia (Dave); sister-in-law Julie; as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Carl and Lydia Arnold, brothers Cliff, Gilbert, Richard and Otto; sister Frieda; great-granddaughter Adison; sisters-in-law Simone, Vicky, Frances, Therese, Ruby and Jackie; brother-in-law Wilfred; and nephew Brian. A Celebration of Marvin’s life will be held at W. J. Jones & Son Chapel on Saturday January 22, 2011 at 11:00 am. Della Ferguson will officiate. Memorialization will take place at the Shamrock Cemetery at a later date. In memory of Marvin Arnold donations made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. In living memory of Marvin, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
DOUGLAS ALEXANDER WEEKES
Douglas Alexander Weekes, born December 22, 1951, passed away suddenly on Saturday April 2, 2011 with his wife and daughter-in-law by his side. Doug is predeceased by his father and mother. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife and partner Carol; his son Jeff (Nicole); daughter Jodi (Jeff) Nish; Carol’s children Dustin, Johnathan and Kimberlee Harper and granddaughters Hanna and Sienna. Doug is also survived by two brothers and two nieces. Doug was a 35 year CPR locomotive engineer retiring in 2006. He was an avid baseball and hockey fan . He could be found at Memorial Field in the summers cheering on the “Canadians”. He had coached many of the men as boys in baseball, all the way to the Western Canadians in 1987. He will be missed by many. At Doug’s request there will be no funeral service. A Celebration of his life will be held at a later date. In living memory of Doug, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
WALTER FRIESEN
Walter Normand Friesen of Moose Jaw, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2010 at the age of 90. Walter will be missed by his sister-in-law Clara Huska, niece Carrie (Everett) Bissett, and their son Ilie Bissett. He is predeceased by his parents, wife Annie, and nephew Leo Jonathan George Itcush. A Graveside Service will be held at Rosedale Cemetery on Tuesday October 19, 2010 at 1:30 pm. Pastor Larry Hasmatali will officiate. For those attending, please meet at the Cemetery gate at 1:15 pm. For those so wishing, memorial donations may be made to Providence Place Foundation, 100 2nd Ave. N.E., Moose Jaw, S6H 1B8. In living memory of Walter, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
ERNEST MIDDLETON
Ernest Middleton passed away June 24, 2009. Ernie was born at the family farm at Old Wives in June 1936. Predeceased by his father Frank, mother Rosetta, and sister Irma, Ernie is survived by his cousins. He was a long time resident of Extendicare in Moose Jaw. A special thank you to all the staff who took such great care of Ernie during his long stay there. A Private Graveside Service was held at the family plot Rosedale Cemetery. A Memorial Service will be held at Extendicare on Tuesday June 30, 2009 at 2:00 pm. In living memory of Ernie, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
