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WILLIAM KRANTZ
WILLIAM THOMAS KRANTZ DFC: September 1, 1923 – November 6, 2003 It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Bill Krantz, age 80, of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, on November 6, 2003. Bill was predeceased by his parents John and Aileen Krantz, by brothers-in-law Bob Newhouse, Ivor Vaughan and Wilmer Miller, sister-in-law Betty Krantz; one niece and two nephews. He is survived by his loving wife Stella Krantz, of 48 years; daughter Jean (Mike) McIlrath, Sean and Dylan; and son Bruce (Laura) Krantz, Kelsey and Kevin; brother Gilbert (Myrna) Krantz, and sister Phyllis (Gerald) Kaiser; sisters-in-law Valerie Vaughan, Eileen Newhouse and Cicely Miller; and numerous nieces and nephews. Bill was born in Swift Current, Saskatchewan and grew up in various small Saskatchewan towns. He joined the Air Force in 1941, and served overseas during WWII as a bomber pilot with squadron 419, and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross. After his tour of duty, he returned home for more education, attending Regina College and University of Saskatchewan. Bill re-joined the Air Force in 1948, training to be an Air Traffic Controller. He retired from the Forces after 33 years of service in 1974. Bill then was employed by Joyner’s Clothing Store for the next 10 years, retiring in 1984. Bill volunteered and assisted with the Vintage Aircraft Restoration Project at the Western Development Museum in Moose Jaw. His happiest moments were camping with his family. He loved classical music and reading history and biographies. Bill enjoyed meeting with his friends for coffee at the Co-op throughout the week. He loved get-togethers with his family and playing cards under protest! A Celebration of Bill’s Life will be held at Grandview United Church, Moose Jaw on Monday, November 10, 2003 at 1:30 p.m. Reverend George Holliday will officiate. Reception will follow in the church hall. Flowers are gratefully declined. As an expression of sympathy, contributions may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Parkinson’s Society, or to the Palliative Care Program at Five Hills Health Region Home Care. In living memory of William, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
JACK HARLTON
On Thursday, September 23, 2004 at the age of 82 years, Jack Everett Harlton beloved husband of Ruby Harlton passed away in Union hospital. Born in Stony Beach on April 21, 1922 he farmed with his family until his passion for flying and freedom encouraged him to join the air force. After serving on Wellington bombers in WWII he returned as a R.C.A.F. Flight Lieutenant Jack and a surviving POW to continue his love for aviation by co-founding Farmers Flying Service a small commercial airport just north of Moose Jaw. After serious considerations of heading north as a bush pilot Jack instead took over the family farm settling into the Stony Beach, Pense, and Belle Plaine community, flying as a crop sprayer and member of the Flying Farmers. Jack was predeceased by his mother Mildred Marjorie, father Earl George, brothers Turner Jones and Mantford Moses, and adored daughter Brenda Jean. He was survived by his compassionate wife of 60 years Ruby, bother Jerry Robert and two sons Douglas George and Charles Gordon, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the dedicated doctors and nurses of the Union hospital. In keeping with his Jack’ wishes no funeral has been arranged. A private family gravesite service and interment will take place at the family plot, Rosedale Cemetery. Donations can be made in Jack’s name to the Royal Canadian Legion Pense Branch, Pense, Sk, P.O. Box 96, S0G 3W0. Jack will always be remembered for his love and forthright loyalty to family, friends, the prairies, and aviation. He will be missed. In living memory of Jack, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
George Edward "Budd" Bennett
MR. GEORGE EDWARD “BUDD” BENNETT, age 77 years of Moose Jaw, passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2009 and is now reunited with the love of his life, Fran who passed away in 2007. He was born in Moose Jaw on January 22, 1932 and worked for Gulf Refinery and then as a brakeman for CP Railway. For many years Budd was a long time member of the Elk’s Club and enjoyed going to many meat draws on Friday’s. He will be missed by his two daughters: Kerri (Perry) Bell of Medicine Hat, AB, and Yvonne Bennett (Gerald Usher), his six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters, Eileen and Kathy, and brother, Lenard. In keeping with Budd’s wishes, a private family graveside service will be held at Rosedale Cemetery conducted by Della Ferguson. In living memory of Budd, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
WALTER JEWSBURY
Walter Leonard Jewsbury quietly passed away January 2, 2009 at the age of 86. Walter was born in Moose Jaw on May 23, 1922. He had a lengthy career with CP Rail, also living in Thunder Bay and Winnipeg and upon retirement in 1982, returned to Moose Jaw. He was a loyal and dedicated member of the Royal Canadian Legion, serving in various positions including two terms as President and a long association with the Poppy Fund. Walt enjoyed playing sports, bowling and curling, but particularly enjoyed playing and watching golf. In later years he especially enjoyed “the group of four” card games at the Legion. He also loved walking in Wakamow with his buddy Budha! Walter was predeceased by his parents Margaret and Walter; first wife Jackie; sister Margaret and brother-in-law Jimmy Sampson; sister Gladys; sister Flo and brother-in-law Harold Humberstone; brother Ken; brothers-in-law: Andy Stouse, Casmir Banks and Bob Mooney; sister-in-law Ellen (Eugene) Elliot and niece Honor Mooney. Walter is survived by wife Kathleen; daughters: Jackie (Bob) Calvert and Janice; sister Grace Stouse; sisters-in-law: Velma Jewsbury and Joyce Mooney; brother-in-law: Walter Banks; extended family: Chuck (Vivian), Tim (Sue), Jeff (Debbie), Arlene (John), Maureen (Dennis) and Greg; brothers-in-law Art (Joyce), Don (Lyd), Ken (Maxine) and Ruben (Joan); sisters-in-law: Anne (Ken), Marj and Joyce; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews as well as family in England. The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, January 9, 2009 at 1:30 p.m. in the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel, 106 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw. Reverend Betty Bradley will officiate. Royal Canadian Legion Funeral Rites will be conducted by Roscoe Steele of Moose Jaw Branch #59. At the family’s request, and in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Fund, c/o 268 High Street West, Moose Jaw, S6H 1S8, the Regina Renal Clinic, c/o Regina General Hospital, 1440 14th Avenue, Regina, S4P 0W5, or to a charity of one’s choice. In living memory of Walter, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
JESSIE LEON SMITH
August 24, 1929 – February 17, 2010
The Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at 2p.m. at Minto United Church with Reverend John Carley officiating. Interment will take place at Rosedale Cemetery. Visitation for family and friends will be held Monday evening, 7-9 p.m. in the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel. For those so wishing, memorial donations may be directed to Minto United Church of to the Kidney Foundation. In living memory of Jessie, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
HOWARD T. HICKS
Howard passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on February 27, 2010. His greatest passions were his family, friends, music and his farm; which he farmed in the Marquis area for over 60 years.
In keeping with Howard’s wishes there will be no funeral service. Following cremation a private graveside service will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. Andrews United Church - General Fund, 60 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw, S6H 0L2. In living memory of Howard, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
BEULAH CALVERT (nee Phillips)
At the age of 83, Beulah Calvert, with family at her side, peacefully entered God’s care on Sunday, August 27, 2006. Born on the Saskatchewan prairie at Aylesbury, Beulah grew up there with her brother and sister through the 1930’s. Family, prairie and the Great Depression taught her the importance of caring for others and gave her a life-long appreciation and joy for the simple things of life – her home, her small treasures, her friends, her faith, her family and their pursuits in life. She was ever “heart in hand and feet on ground”. For fifty-five years she made her home, and home for family and friends, on Iroquois Street West in Moose Jaw. For times she worked outside the home as legal secretary for John Chisholm and with the Fergusons and Baillies at Ferguson Printing. She had two ongoing memberships in her life – in Trinity United Church and in the Saskatchewan New Democratic Party. She knew the loss of her husband, Ab in 1982 and the loss of many others in her circle of family and friends. Today she is remembered with thanks and love by her son and daughter, Lorne and Betty Calvert, her grandchildren, Dave (Robyn) and Stephanie, her great-grandchildren Levi and Haven, her sister Doreen Hender, sisters-in-law Margaret Calvert and Dorothy Calvert, many nieces and nephews and their families and close and caring friends. The Calvert family is deeply grateful to those friends whose regular visits and conversations have brought such joy over these past several years, to the doctors and medical teams of the Regina Pasqua and Moose Jaw Union hospitals, to the Owens and Meyers and the exceptional group of caring people at Memory Lane in Pioneer Lodge over the past few weeks. Following a private family service of thanksgiving, those wishing to join the Calverts in remembering and celebrating Beulah’s life are invited to a reception in Zion United Church, 423 Main St. N., Moose Jaw 2:30 – 4:30p.m. on Thursday, August 31. In lieu of flowers, the family sincerely requests that memorial donations be made to Trinity United Church, 277 Iroquois St. W., Moose Jaw. In living memory of Beulah, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
