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TONY MARTYNIUK
Tony, (Antoine Alphonse) Martyniuk passed away peacefully April 22 at the age of 87 with his devoted wife Olga by his side. Predeceased by his parents Roman and Mathilda Martyniuk, older brother Tom, and infant great-grandchild Anthony Stephen Jovenazzo. He is remembered by his loving wife of 59 years, sons Larry (Pat) of Cold Lake, AB, and their children, Trina (Greg Jovenazzo) of Calgary, AB, Corie Martyniuk of Cold Lake, AB; Terry (Bonnie) their children Matthew, Evan and Steven all of Moose Jaw, daughter Debbie Anderson of Moose Jaw; his sister Rose Walker of Calgary, AB, brother Alex (Ollye) Martyniuk of Prince Albert. Tony was never afraid of hard work, he was first employed as a field harvester at the age of 16. He then was employed by Western Dominion Coal in Hirsch until he was enlisted in the army in 1942. He returned to Hirsch in 1943 after being declared an essential service, where he continued to work at the mine until 1947. He met the love of his life at a dance in 1948 and enticed her with the fact that he had his own jewelry store. Shortly after they were married, Tony came to work in Moose Jaw, and that's where his construction career began. He worked for Froshel and Heisler, Bloomer and Mitchell, Inland, Nick Carter and Andy Sokol before retiring as a finish carpenter in 1985. His handiwork can still be found in kitchen cabinets around the city. Their retirement was spent mainly at their cabin at Lovern Lake where it became a home away from home. Tony enjoyed fishing almost as much as working with wood and there was often the smell of fish frying in the kitchen. But it was Tony's skills as a carpenter that kept him busy. Besides working on many homes in the city, he was kept busy doing projects for his children. He became very good at building everything from kitchen utensils and furniture, to a wide variety of wood toys for his grandchildren. He acquired a wood lathe and began creating an impressive assortment of bowls and vases. Soon he purchased a carving set from which more works of art were created. For the last 8 years his home has been at Providence Place after he suffered a stroke following surgery. He continued to do his carvings while a resident there and many of his tools became part of the present workshop. The family is very grateful to the staff of Providence Place for their kindness and care over the years and especially for the compassion shown to the family in his last weeks. The family invite you to remember him at his funeral service Friday April 25, 2008 at 10:30 am, at St. Joseph's Church. Father Francis Folleh C.S.Sp. will officiate. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Alzheimers Association. In living memory of Tony, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
STEVE PANKO
MR. STEPHEN PANKO, age 97 of Regina, formerly of Moose Jaw, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2009. Stephen emigrated from the Ukraine at an early age to join his two brothers. He lived in the Moose Jaw area - farming, working at Swift Canadian Meat Packers, and C.P. Railway until his retirement. Predeceased by his parents, wife, Lena, daughter, Shirley; two brothers, Carl and Clement and his second wife, Anna Symunuk, Stephen is survived by his son, Larry (Heather Stuart); three grandchildren: Tina (Erin) Kish, Joey (Crystal) Panko and Rick Panko, and two great-grandchildren. A private family graveside service will take place at Sunset Cemetery. Visitation for family and friends will be held Tuesday, April 21, 7-9 p.m. at the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home, 106 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw. Memorials in memory of Stephen may be made to a charity of one’s choice. In living memory of Stephen, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
WERNER MEILI
October 25, 1918 – March 13, 2007
Werner passed away in Moose Jaw Union Hospital at the age of 88 with his wife by his side. Werner was born in Courval on the family farm to Emil Meili Sr. and Rosa (Benninger). He worked on the family farm until 1941and then worked in the bush that winter. In 1942 he bought his father’s farm. He married Myrtle Murchison of Mazenod on November 8, 1948. Werner’s dad, Emil had gotten married about six months prior and came from Brazil with his bride. Werner and Myrtle moved to Codere in 1950 and purchased the Hotel. In 1954 they traded the Hotel for Mr. Roy’s land and moved back to the family farm at Courval. In 1961 they moved to the farm at Mossbank. In 1975 they retired from the farm and moved into Mossbank. Werner still helped the boys on the farm at busy times. In 1991 Werner and Myrtle moved to Moose Jaw to Heritage Place . Predeceased by brothers: Emil, Ernest, Arnold and Walter; sisters: Rose, Ann and Eleanor in infancy, Werner is survived by his wife, Myrtle; sons: Wilfred (Gail) Meili and children: Brenda and Todd; Ken (Joanne) and children: Sarah and Lisa; Larry (Pat) and children: Terry, Tracy and Dustin; and daughter, Mary Rose (Ted) Kulyk and children: Paul, Jill and Ross. The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, March 17, 2007 at 1:30 p.m. at Zion United Church, 423 Main St. N., Moose Jaw. Della Ferguson will officiate. Interment will take place at the Mossbank Cemetery . In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 104, 2301 Ave. C. North, Saskatoon, S7L 5Z5 would be appreciated. In living memory of Werner, a tree has been planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
BERYL KRAMSKI
Mary “Beryl” Kramski – On Saturday September 27, 2008, our beloved mother and grandmother peacefully passed away after a short illness, her daughters by her side, at the Moose Jaw Union Hospital. Beryl was born in Moose Jaw March 28, 1924. She is predeceased by her husband, Gordon, her parents, Arthur and Gertrude Chesworth, and brother-in-law Dr. Fred Heal. Beryl is survived by her daughters, Diane - Moose Jaw, and Brenda Sue (Rickey) Lloyd – Selkirk, MB; and her beloved grandsons, Conor and Ian (Colleen); her sister Evelyn Heal; and special niece Nola (Don) Engle and their family, Kathy and Karen; and also the late Fred Heal family, Christie, Patrick, Sherry, and their mother Anne Heal; as well as many friends. Mom, in her earlier years, was very active in the YM-YWCA. She loved badminton, bowling, swimming and golfing. Mom and Dad spent many happy winters in Weslaco, Texas and made many friends.
At Beryl’s request there will be no service. Cremation has taken place. The family requests no flowers or donations, but would like you to give anyone you know a hug. In living memory of Beryl, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
MARY ZAREMBO
It is with great sadness the family announces her sudden passing on Saturday, February 17, 2007 at 92 years of age. Mary was predeceased by her infant son, George at birth and her husband John in 1979, her parents, two brothers, and three sisters. She is survived by daughters, Jean Russell, Helen Ingram, Kay Schirmer and Loretta Gardner, her sisters Elaine, Elsie (Jack), Mildred (Joe), Florence, Irene (George) and one brother, Peter (Ruth); nine grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Mom was an excellent cook, her specialty was home-made bread, cabbage rolls, soup and creamed chicken. She was an avid Scrabble player, and she had many artistic and crafting abilities and won many prizes at local fairs. We want to thank the Director of Extendicare, Leah Meili and all the devoted nurses/care givers for their devoted care. A celebration of Mary’s life will be held Wednesday, February 21, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at W. J. Jones and Son Chapel, with Della Ferguson officiating. Burial will take place at the Assiniboia Cemetery. Visitation will be held Tuesday evening from 7 – 8 p.m. at the Funeral Home. For those wishing, donations in Mary’s memory can be made to Moose Jaw Extendicare, 1151 Coteau St. W., Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, S6H 5G5. In living memory of Mary, a tree has been planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
BOHDAN SABOURIN
With great sorrow the family of Boh Sabourin acknowledge his sudden passing on Tuesday, March 23, 2004 in Golden, B.C. Born in Moose Jaw August 2, 1979, Boh grew up in Moose Jaw and attended St. Margaret’s French Immersion School and Peacock High School. Boh completed his training as a firefighter in 2000 at Martinsville, Sask. and his EMT training in 2001 in Regina, Sask. In October 2002 Boh moved to Golden B.C. where he worked in the logging industry and as a volunteer firefighter. Boh was part of a crew that fought the major forest fire in Cranbrook, B.C. in 2003. Boh was very passionate, dedicated and gratified by his work as a firefighter. He is predeceased by his father, Gaston Sabourin in 1986, uncle Rick Wood, Grandpa Charles Wood, and uncle José Aparicio. Boh is survived by his loving partner, Kyla Statham; mother, Melanie Churko and step-father, Roman Churko; brothers: Neesham (Kaori) – Japan, Kody (Jenny) – San Francisco, step-sister Kim (Mike) Stafford – Moose Jaw, step-brothers Kevin (Kemnay) – Los Angeles, Cory (Jody) Los Angeles, Kelly (Hitomi) – Japan, Casey – Saskatoon; grandmother Carolyn Wood – Moose Jaw; grandparents Guy and Marcelle Sabourin, Chelmsford, ON; many dearly loved aunts, uncles, cousins, step-grandparents, extended step-family, many loving friends, and his dog, Vinny. Boh’s greatest love and joy was his family and friends. He will be sadly missed by all who had the honor of knowing him and being part of his life. A Celebration of Boh’s life will be held at St. Andrew's United Church on Saturday, March 27, 2004 at 3:00 pm. Services conducted by the Local Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá’í’s of Moose Jaw, with Della Ferguson assisting. Interment will follow at Rosedale Cemetery. Visitation for family and friends Friday evening 8 – 9 pm at the Funeral Home. In living memory of Boh, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
FREDA HIBBARD
MRS. FREDA HIBBARD, age 79 years of Regina passed away Saturday, September 13, 2008. She was born June 5, 1929 in Russia and came to Canada settling in the Claybank/Spring Valley district. Freda grew up on the family farm and received her schooling in Spring Valley. She married Hugh Hanover and they resided in Moose Jaw where Freda worked as a Ward Clerk at the Moose Jaw Union Hospital. Following Hugh’s passing, she went to Arizona for the winter where she met and later married Vern Hibbard. They resided Moose Jaw, Vernon, B.C., and finally settling in Regina. Freda loved to travel, play cards, dance and the Toronto Blue Jays. Predeceased by her parents and her husband, Hugh – 1980, Freda is survived by husband Vern, son, Sid (Tracy); grandchildren: Kevin (Jessica) and Kristy (Wally); brothers: Emmanuel and Leo (Mary); sisters: Connie and Augusta; Vern’s family: Glen (Sharon) and family, and Wanda (Bill), as well as nieces and nephews. The Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, September 18, 2008 at 11a.m. at Speers Funeral Chapel, 2136 College Avenue, Regina. Karen Ziegler will officiate. Memorialization will take place at Rosedale Cemetery at a later date. Memorials for the Saskatchewan Heart & Stroke Foundation, 2360 2nd Avenue, Regina, S4R 1A6 would be appreciated. In living memory of Freda, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
