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Olga Viola Dale
July 24, 1920 to December 30, 2010
Olga was born on the family farm at Bromhead, Saskatchewan. She attended Floata School and helped at the farm. In 1948, Olga married William Dale, and lived in Saskatchewan, first in Estevan and later in Prince Albert. They settled in Moose Jaw, where they lived until Bill’s passing. Olga then moved to Saskatoon to be closer to her son Barry. Olga was predeceased by her husband William in 2000, her parents, two half brothers, 3 brothers and 4 sisters. She is survived by her son Barry (Dianne and her two children, Kimberley and Russell), one sister Yvonne (Clarence) Steinke, Estevan, Sask., numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Olga passed peacefully in her sleep at St. Paul ’s Hospital in Saskatoon, Thursday evening, December 30, 2010. Honoring her wishes, a Graveside Service will be held at Sunset Cemetery in Moose Jaw, Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at 2:00 pm. Reverend Doug Shepherd will officiate. Flowers are gratefully declined. If desired, memorials can be made to the Moose Jaw Hospital Auxiliary, 455 Fairford St. E., Moose Jaw, S6H 1H3 or to Providence Place Foundation, 100 2nd Ave., N.E., Moose Jaw, S6H 1B8. May the angels lead you into Paradise, you and all the faithfully departed, through the spirit of God. Rest in Peace. In living memory of Olga, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
Bernice Doretta Joorisity (Lewgood)
April 27, 1925 – January 14, 2011
Bernice Joorisity, late of Truax/Avonlea, passed away January 14, 2011 at the age of 85. She was predeceased by her parents, husband Jim, as well as many family members and friends. Bernice is survived by her children, Karen (Guy) McRorie – High River, AB; Lorraine (Allan) Clarke – Mainprize Park, SK; Laurie (Don) Pidgeon – Calgary; son-in-law, Joe Schmuck – Fort McMurray, AB; grandchildren, Michelle McRorie, Mike (Jody) McRorie, Chris (Trisha) Clarke, Kelly Clarke (Renee), Devon Schmuck (Carlie); and her great-grandchildren, Carter and Jaxon McRorie, Mitchel, Brendan, and Lyndee Clarke. Bernice lived on her own for 22 years after the passing of her husband Jim in 1988. She spent the last few years in Coteau Manor in Avonlea, and then Guardian Grove at Providence Place until her passing. A Memorial Service will be held at the Avonlea United Church on Saturday January 29, 2011 at 1:30 pm. Reverend Marilyn Keerak will officiate. Interment will take place at the Truax Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Coteau Range Manor, Avonlea, S0H 0C0, or to Guardian Grove Providence Place, 100 2nd Ave., N.E., Moose Jaw, S6H 1B8, would be appreciated. In living memory of Bernice, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
ANNE VICKERS
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Anne Vickers, aged 88 years of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan on October 3, 2010. Mom was born in Hamilton, Scotland on March 8, 1922 and even though she was only six years old when she moved to Canada with her family, all things Scottish were always dear to her heart. Mom was predeceased by her parents, her husband of 58 years, Wes, and her sister Margie as well as brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. She will be missed by her children Marion (Philip); Peggie (Murray); Cathie (Nicolaus); Patricia (Satish); Lesley (Richard); Janet; and Mac (Dawn) as well as seven grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, brother and sisters-in-law, many nieces and nephews and numerous friends. Mom’s family was always important to her and until recently birthdays and anniversaries were always remembered with a card and gift. Mom greatly enjoyed her job at the Conservatory of Music in Regina which she held until the family moved to Montreal in 1974. The move was a big change for Mom, but she entered into life there fully – learning to drive on the Decarie and to take the metro with ease. She loved shopping trips down St. Catherine’s Street. Mom was also devoted to her work with the Gideons Ladies Auxiliary hosting many of their meetings and enjoying distributing New Testaments to the nursing students each year. She was an active member of the various churches she attended – driving out to Hemmingford, Quebec each Sunday with Dad while he preached at the Presbyterian Church there; becoming part of the Christian Women’s Club through the Baptist Church in Montreal, and then a member of the Women’s Missionary Society at St. Mark’s Presbyterian Church in Moose Jaw. She enjoyed life and laughter. She loved to sing hymns and sometimes we’d find her playing them on the piano if she thought none of us was at home. Even after her bad fall in the spring of 2006, her sense of humour was evident and she was pretty quick with a smile when greeting visitors to her room in Providence Place. She will be missed for her caring, thoughtful ways but we rejoice that she is home with her heavenly Father. Following a private interment, a Memorial Service will take place at W. J. Jones & Son Chapel, 106 Athabasca St. E., on Saturday, October 9, 2010 at 3:00 pm. Pastor Barry Holtslander will officiate. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Gideons International, c/o Mr. Doug Bristow, 1304 Queen Crescent, Moose Jaw, S6H 3G4 or to St. Mark’s Presbyterian Church, 80 High St. E., Moose Jaw, S6H 0B8.
VERNA MATTHEWS
Verna May Matthews passed away peacefully on June 28, 2010 at the age of 87. Verna’s devotion to her children is something they will treasure forever. Verna’s love for her entire family will be missed by all. She will be sadly missed by her sons: Gary, Mel, and Lee; grandchildren: Aaron, Dennis, Trevor, Devon and Shannon; numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Verna is predeceased by her husband Wayne, son Mervin, granddaughter Wanda, and her siblings. In keeping with Verna’s wishes, a private family service will be held at a later date. For those so wishing, memorials to the Moose Jaw Humane Society, Box 1658, Moose Jaw, S6H 7K7, would be appreciated. In living memory of Verna, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
TOM GRAHAM
Robert Thomas (Tom) Graham of Marquis passed away suddenly on Sunday March 22, 2009. Tom was born May 31, 1926 in Moose Jaw and grew up on a farm in the Drinkwater area. He joined the Army as a very young man, taking training in Ontario and British Columbia, just before World War II ended. Tom returned to the family farm at Drinkwater. In 1947 he bought farm land in the Burdick area and in 1949 married the love of his life, Elizabeth (Bea) Manson. In 1952 they moved the farm at Marquis where Tom actively farmed until 2008. He was an excellent farmer. His love for farming was reflected in his wonderful crops and the care of his farm yard. Tom was always a hard worker and so loved farming, animals, and his family, especially his grandsons. He will be missed immensely by daughter Wendy Robbins and his two grandsons Kyle and Clint Robbins, and very special friend John Ogle; and first cousins Eileen and Doug Bates and their family. Tom was predeceased by his wife Bea (2006), his parents Dill and Vinetta Graham, and his brother Dean. A Celebration of Tom’s life will be held at W. J. Jones & Son Chapel on Saturday March 28, 2009 at 2:00 pm. Reverend David Moore will officiate. Memorialization will take place at Sunset Cemetery at a later date. Memorials to the Arthritis Society, 110 – 2550 12th Ave., Regina, S4P 3X1, would be appreciated. In living memory of Tom, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
Eva Lily Peesker
July 23, 1926 – January 27, 2010
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Eva Lily Peesker on January 27, 2010 after a brief illness. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Moose Jaw Union Hospital. Eva is predeceased by her son Leonard in 1945, husband Steve in 1994, and son-in-law Walter Seneruik. She will be sadly missed by her family: Eugene Peesker - Tuffnell, Jo-anne (Arnold) Wilk – Moose Jaw, Elaine Semenuik – Sheho, Morris (Debbie) – Regina, Darlene (Gerald) Jacober – Medicine Hat, Shirley (Mike) Smith – Moose Jaw, Andy (Janine) Peesker – Regina, Kenny (Debbie) Peesker – Brooks, AB, Sharon (Terry) Peesker – Medicine Hat, Garry (Bev) Peesker – Regina, Bev (Wes) Peesker – Brandon, and Sandy (Norm) Peesker – Moose Jaw; also numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be sadly missed by her loving family. Cremation has taken place with memorialization to take place at a later date. In living memory of Eva, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
RUTH "ARLENE" HOWATT
Ruth “Arlene” Howatt (nee Breakwell) passed away peacefully in the Moose Jaw Union Hospital on October 16, 2010. Arlene, known affectionately to some as “Ted”, was born on May 14, 1920 to Dale and Anna Breakwell on the family farm west of Mossbank, SK. She attended Centre Ridge School and enjoyed working on the farm, as she was truly an “outdoor person”. Arlene worked in the Mossbank vicinity and played music for dances throughout the area. It was at those dances that she naturally got together with her future husband, James “Arthur” Howatt, the floor manager and square dance caller. They were married in Moose Jaw on December 28, 1942, and raised three children. The Howatt home was always open to family and friends, and there was an abundance of both. Their house was a meeting place for many visits, meals, parties, and thousands of card games. It also became the stopping place (sometimes for weeks or even months at a time) for relatives, friends and even friends of friends, from Ontario to British Columbia. Arlene longed to have a home close to all the modern amenities and in September, 1979, her dream came true when she and Art retired to Moose Jaw. After Art passed away in November, 1996, Arlene moved in with her daughter, Margaret Ann until her passing, taking the occasional short trip to stay with Harvey or Mildred. Arlene was predeceased by her parents, Dale and Anna Breakwell; brothers Al and Les Breakwell, sisters Anna (in infancy), May, and Mary; her husband Arthur Howatt; as well as numerous aunts and uncles. She is survived by her son Harvey (Doreen Josvanger) Howatt of Regina; daughter Margaret Ann Abell and special friend Bill Morrell of Moose Jaw; daughter Mildred (Carl) Carlson of Swift Current; grandchildren: Dwayne (Heather) Howatt of Saskatoon; Wendy Howatt of White City; Gene (Lisa) Carlson of Kansas City, Missouri; Adam Carlson of Scandia, AB; Larissa (Daniel) Downs, Lorinda (Cody) Unvoas, and Nolan Carlson – all of Swift Current; great-grandchildren Macy and Ellis Howatt; Kelsey Howatt; Elsa Downs and Avrielle Unvoas. At Arlene’s request there will be no funeral. A private family service and interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the CNIB, or Kinsmen Telemiracle, would be appreciated. In living memory of Arlene, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
