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JULIE AVERILL
MRS. JULIEN (JULIE) ELMIRA AVERILL (nee Bjolverud) of Chez Nous, Moose Jaw, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 10, 2003. Born December 28, 1909 in Ryder, North Dakota, Julie came to Canada with her parents and two surviving siblings when she was four. For many years she was a proud member of the Royal Purple Lodge #9 of Moose Jaw. Predeceased by her husband, Leonard (Casie) Averill in January, 1990. Julie is survived by her devoted sister, Elsie Sandham, sister-in-law, Elda Bjolverud and is loved and remembered by her many nieces, nephews and cousins. The Funeral Service will be held at the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel on Thursday, March 13, 2003 at 1:30 p.m. Reverend Doug Shepherd will officiate. Interment will take place at Bethany Cemetery at a later date. Donations in Julie’s memory to the Canadian Cancer Society, 223 Fairford St. E., Moose Jaw, S6H 0E1or to the Saskatchewan Heart & Stroke Foundation, Box 521, Moose Jaw, S6H 4P2 would be appreciated. The family wishes to thank the caring staff of Chez Nous and the excellent medical care given to Julie by Dr. Brian Sanderson. In living memory of Julie, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
GLADYS WILES
Gladys (1918-2003) passed away quietly July 26, in Moose Jaw. She is survived by her four children: Bruce (Anne), Barry (Marlene), Della (Mel), Lewis (Jenny) and their families; a daughter–in–law, Diane Wiles; one brother, Charlie Grainger and one sister, Florence Grainger. She was predeceased by her husband, Roy Wiles and son, Murray Wiles. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, July 30, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. in the Ogema United Church, Ogema, Saskatchewan. Reverend Dave Moore will officiate. Visitation for family and friends will be held from 11until 12 noon. Donations may be made to the Saskatchewan Heart & Stroke Foundation, Box 521, Moose Jaw, S6H 4P2. In living memory of Gladys, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
JACK DUCKWORTH
Mr. John H. “Jack” Duckworth, of Moose Jaw and formerly of Courval, passed away suddenly February 1, 2004 at the age of 87 years. Jack was born on the family farm south of Courval in 1916. He received his education at Pansy School. Jack worked at several farms in the area before he and his brother took over the family farm in 1935. He farmed until 1980 when he retired from active involvement, moving into Moose Jaw. In 1943 he had married Ina Dorthea Grasdal and together the couple raised their family of four daughters and three sons. Jack was always interested in and involved with community affairs while residing on the farm. He is predeceased by his parents, two sisters and three brothers. Jack is survived by his wife of 60 years, Ina; four daughters: Carol (Maurice) Fradette – Saskatoon; Lynne Duckworth – Moose Jaw; Lee (Brian) McGuigan – Calgary; Debby Duckworth – Saskatoon; three sons: Robert (Sandra) – Courval; Dale (Kathy) – Mossbank; David (Barb) – Coderre; thirteen grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one sister, Dorothy Willan – Meaford, Ont.; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. A Celebration of Jack’s Life will be held at W. J. Jones & Son Chapel on Wednesday, February 4, 2004 at 1:30 pm. Linda Owens will officiate. Private memorialization will take place at the family plot, Sunset Cemetery at a later time. Memorials to the Moose Jaw Health Foundation, 455 Fairford St. E., Moose Jaw, S6H 1H3, or the Sask. Heart & Stroke Foundation, 2360 2nd Ave., Regina, S4R 1A6, would be appreciated. In living memory of Jack, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
WESLEY HICKS
Hicks, Wesley Eugene (1917 – 2007), beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away peacefully on Good Friday, April 6, with his family at his side. Wesley was a respected farmer in the Marquis area where he farmed for more than seventy years. He was a gentle, kind-hearted man who loved God and his family. He loved farming and just being on the farm but he was passionate about mechanics and machinist work. Never buy what you can make and never throw out what can be fixed was his motto. His children, grandchildren and great grandchildren were the love of his life and just seeing them brought great joy and peace to his life. Wesley was active in the Marquis community, the Marquis United Church, the Moose Jaw Masonic Lodge, a Boy Scout leader, a lineman for the Westview Rural Telephone Company, as well as being an accomplished musician. Wesley is predeceased by his brother Cyril and sister Ruth and survived by his sisters Margaret and Vivian (Charlie), his brother Bob (Maxine), his wife Violet who was his life partner for almost 62 years and their five children, Tracy (Shiva), Aubrey (Brenda), Calvin (Debbie), Neil (Pat), and Ila (Barry), eleven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Wesley’s life will be held at W. J. Jones & Son Chapel, 106 Athabasca St. E. on Wednesday, April 11 at 2:30 pm. Interment will follow at Sunset Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials the Canadian Cancer Society, 61B Ross St. W., Moose Jaw, S6H 2M2, would be appreciated. In living memory of Wesley, a tree has been planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
James Pearson Rollefson
September 22, 1919 – February 9, 2009
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather, James Pearson Rollefson on Monday, February 9, 2009 after a short illness with family by his side. Jim was born in Outlook, Saskatchewan. He moved to Moose Jaw with his family in 1923 and there he remained as a resident except for his period of active duty during the Second World War. Jim, or Rolly as he was known, enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force and was posted overseas as a navigator in 1942. While serving in England he met the love of his life – Barbara Jones. They were married on April 8, 1944 in London. He ended up having not only a wonderful wife but he became a loving member of both the Jones family in England and the Rollefson-Carefoot family in Moose Jaw. Jim worked as a printer at the Times Herald for 48 years and continued his relationship with this organization as a columnist of The Golden Years from 1988-1991. He really lived out the Golden Years theme as he and Barbara enjoyed many fantastic trips throughout Europe and North America. Jim loved his curling and golf, and especially enjoyed the fellowship of his friends. He was a loving, compassionate and kind person who would always be there to lend a helping hand. He was entirely dedicated to his family and his faith. His last few days were spent surrounded by his adoring family in a celebration of his life through fond reminisces, readings of scripture and musical concerts. We will treasure this time with you forever, Dad, and we know you are in a better place now. Jim is survived by his loving wife of almost 65 years, Barbara, son Dr. James Pearson Rollefson - Ottawa and daughter Beverley (Leonard) Curran - Moose Jaw and their children, Allison (Jae-Wan) Curran - Minneapolis, Nathan - Regina Chip and Dale Homes and Meghan (Trevor) Curran - Edmonton. He also leaves to mourn his sister, Louise Williams - Edmonton, brother-in-law, Reg (Celia) Jones, sisters-in-law Edna Jones and Tricia Jones and brother-in-law David (Barbie) Jones, all of England, and many wonderful nieces, nephews and their families. Friends and family are warmly invited to participate in the celebration of Jim’s life, Thursday, February 12, 2009 at 1:00 pm in St. Andrew's United Church. Earla McKinnell will officiate. Royal Canadian Legion Funeral Rites will be conducted by Roscoe Steele. Interment is to follow in the Veterans’ Section of Rosedale Cemetery after a social gathering at the church. The family requests no flowers but donations could be forwarded, if you so desire, to Chip and Dale Homes in Regina, or St. Andrew's United Church. In living memory of Jim, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
MYRTLE PLAYER
Myrtle Player, long time resident of Moose Jaw, passed away April 21, 2010 at the age of 90 years. Myrtle was born in Hazenmore, SK, on February 2, 1920. She loved to play bridge, and do puzzles. She is predeceased by her parents Joseph and Hattie Bookout, husband Harry, brothers Louis, Don, and Pete Bookout, and sisters Mabel Sauer and Mary Bernard. She is survived by her son, Fred (Shirley) – Denver, CO; daughter, Judy (Keith) Gerlack – Calgary, AB; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; sister Helen Konopaki; sisters-in-law Marie Bookout, Betty Chalmers, Lil Bookout and Marg Cowan; brother-in-law Wilf Bernard; and many nieces and nephews. The Celebration of Myrtle’s life will be held at W. J. Jones & Son Chapel on Monday April 26, 2010 at 1:30 pm. Reverend David Moore will officiate. Cremation will follow, with memorialization to take place at Rosedale Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Alzheimer Association, #301 – 2550 12th Ave., Regina, SK, S4P 3X1, or to the Extendicare Family Support Group, 1151 Coteau St. W., Moose Jaw, S6H 5G5, would be appreciated. In living memory of Myrtle, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
ELEANOR ENGLER
Eleanor Myrtle Engler, aged 92 years of Moose Jaw passed away peacefully Saturday April 21, 2007. Myrtle was born in Cabri, SK. She married George Engler December 10, 1939 in Lancer, SK. Eleanor and George moved to Moose Jaw in1945. She was a homemaker and worked for a time at Canadays. Eleanor enjoyed gardening, sewing, and a good hand of cards. She was also a talented artist, leaving family members with many keepsakes. Eleanor’s greatest joy was her children, grandchildren, great and great-great-grandchildren. She spent many hours caring, playing and photographing them all. Eleanor is predeceased by her husband, George in 1998, her parents and all her siblings. She leaves to mourn her loving family: daughters, Eleanor (Leo) Hochban – Moose Jaw, Caroline (Don) Moerike – Medicine Hat, and son, Kelly (Kathy) Engler – Moose Jaw; her grandchildren: Gary, Lynly, Brenda, Debbie, Cindy, Cathy, Stephan, Alanna, and Sydney; great-grandchildren: Chris, Crystal, Evan, Andrew, Carla, Patrick, Allan, Kali, Taylor, and Isabelle; great-great-grandchildren: Maja, Tyran, Stevie, and Xander. A Private Family Service will be held at W. J. Jones & Son Chapel. Interment will follow at Rosedale Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Pioneers Lodge, 1000 Albert St., Moose Jaw, S6H 2Y2, would be appreciated. In living memory of Eleanor, a tree has been planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
