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Donald John O'HEARNE C.D., S.V.M.
March 7, 1916 – April 16, 2010
Donald (Don) O’Hearne, passed away April 16, 2010 to once again be with his loving wife, Frances, who had gone on before him in January of this year. He will be lovingly remembered by all who knew him. Don was born in Strathcona (Edmonton), Alberta, spending much of his early years, as he would say, “hanging around” the airport hangars doing whatever tasks he could just to be close to the airplanes. When the family moved to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan his passion for planes continued and in 1939 he joined the RCAF. Having met his wife, Frances, in Saskatoon in 1937, the two were married January 1, 1940 and together they raised a family and travelled the world with the Canadian Armed Forces. Upon retirement in Moose Jaw, Donald worked for Canada Manpower as a Councillor for 15 years. While with Manpower he developed a government program known as “Teen Manpower” which was adopted as a federal program for youth employment counselling, a program still in existence today and one of dad’s proudest accomplishments. He also became involved with the Western Development Museum and formed the Vintage Aircraft Restorer’s Association and through that group dedicated time to restoring and recreating the history of aviation in Saskatchewan. His knowledge of aircraft, volunteerism and leadership of those he worked with will be forever remembered in the WDM in Moose Jaw along with his induction into the Aviation Hall of Fame in Saskatchewan, an honour he was extremely proud of. Don served in many community organizations and received several commendations and awards some of which include: Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal 2006, Distinguished Service Award from the Airforce Association, Commendation Medal for the 125th Anniversary of Confederation of Canada, and the Wing Heritage Commendation for preservation of the Legacy of the Air force. He was a honourary member of the Royal Canadian Legion, the Shriners, and served on numerous community boards and organizations. Don has been an inspiration to everyone who knew him and a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather and a dear friend to many. He has instilled in all of us what it means to be committed, honest, kind, gentle and above all caring. He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his many friends and family. He was predeceased by his wife Frances (Divers), parents Winnifred (Pritchard) and Jack O’Hearne, brother James O’Hearne. He is survived by his daughters Donna (Jack) Pick and Sharon O’Hearne, grandchildren Holly (Scot) Pedersen, Kory (Afton) Pick, Nicolle (Darryl) Moreau, Errin Pick, and great-grandchildren; Camryn, Carleigh and Chayse Pedersen and Keerin Moreau. He is also survived by his sisters Florence Britton of Seattle, Washington, and Ella Saunders of Brockville, Ontario. The Service of Remembrance will be held at W. J. Jones and Son Chapel on Thursday April 22, 2010 at 2:00 pm. Della Ferguson will officiate. Donald will be laid to rest beside his wife Frances at Rosedale Cemetery. For those wishing, in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Vintage Aircraft Restorer’s Association c/o Russ Ferguson at 1221 Grace Street, Moose Jaw, S6H 3C6, or to the Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Fund, 268 High St. W., Moose Jaw, S6H 1S8. In living memory of Don, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
JUNE ELIZABETH RUEHS
December 4, 1907 – May 23, 2009
June passed away peacefully at Pioneer Lodge with family by her side. Born at Gladstone, Ill, USA, she moved with her family to Canada in 1910. June was predeceased by her parents, Milt and Maude Brooks, her husband of sixty-one years, John H. Ruehs, and all of her eight brothers and sisters and in-laws. She is survived by numerous nieces, nephews and many good friends. The Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at 2:00 pm in the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel. Della Ferguson will officiate. Interment will follow at Sunset Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Moose Jaw Health Foundation, 455 Fairford St. E., Moose Jaw, S6H 1H3 or to a charity of one’s choice would be appreciated. In living memory of June, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
METTIE FOREMAN
METTIE FOREMAN, born December 7, 1915 in Thunder Bay, Ontario, passed away on Wednesday, February 27, 2008. Mettie resided in Thunder Bay until moving to Saskatchewan in 2003 to live with her daughter and son-in-law, Patricia (Stanley) Williams. Predeceased by her husband, Oliver Foreman, two brothers and two sisters, Mettie is survived by her four children: Elenore Ward – Thunder Bay, Robert (Reba) – British Columbia, Muriel Merritt – Thunder Bay and Patricia (Stanley) Williams of Brownlee; 17 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren and 18 great-great-grandchildren. Following cremation, private family memorialization will take place in the family plot, Thunder Bay, Ontario, at a later date. In living memory of Mettie, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
Margaret Elizabeth McKay (Shepherd)
This loving and caring mother, grandmother and sister, passed away peacefully January 13, 2004, in Moose Jaw, after a lengthy and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Born January 26, 1922, she has resided in Moose Jaw since 1942. She was married to Gord McKay in 1946, until his death in 1984. Marg was active in the business community and an energetic member, with her husband Gord, of the Lynbrook Golf Club. Marg loved to sing in the choir at Grandview United Church and strongly supported the congregation through her involvement in U.C.W. Her hobbies included reading, crosswords, sewing, knitting and crocheting. She was loved by all who knew her and will be greatly missed. Marg was predeceased by her brother Elger and is survived by her sister Sylvia Gow of Moose Jaw; son Bill and wife Janet from Nanaimo, BC; son Paul and wife Brenda from Fort McMurray AB. She leaves her strong sense of loving and humanity as a legacy to her grandchildren Michael (Tracey); Patti (Tony); and Darren. The family wishes to thank the staff at Extendicare, for all the wonderful care and special attention that was lovingly given to Marg. Please, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Grandview United Church or the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada. A Memorial Service will be held January 30, 1:30 pm at W. J. Jones &Son Chapel, Moose Jaw. In living memory of Margaret McKay, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home
Robert "Kitch" Kitchen
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Robert “Kitch” Douglas Kitchen. Kitch passed away on Christmas morning at the age of 63 after a courageous battle with ALS. He was born and raised in Avonlea and resided there until his passing. Predeceased by his parents, Dave and Elma; brothers, Elton and Virgil (infancy); and sister, Marlene. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife and best friend, Merna; daughters: Cindy (Doug) and Michelle (Dennis); grandchildren: Shanna (Jamie), Bobbie, Kayla, Breanna and Brenden; great-grandchildren, Brooke and Kaitlyn; sisters: Joyce, Sally (Ken), and Pat; and brothers: George (Carol) and Linden (Mary Anne). Kitch was employed at Nelson Motors for over 40 years. He was known for his hard work, leadership, and dedication to the company. Due to ill health, he was forced to take an early retirement, but was often seen visiting at the shop with the many friends he had made during his career. His interests included, fishing, woodworking, camping, golfing, and the many hours spent picking balls at the golf course, but the most important interest in his life was his family. He will be forever remembered for his selflessness and concern for others. Kitch will be deeply missed by all those who knew him. A celebration of Kitch’s life will be held at the Avonlea United Church, on Wednesday December 31, 2003 at 2:00 pm. Mary Beth Barber will officiate. Memorialization will take place at Hillcrest Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the ALS Society, Box 31028, Normanview Mall, Regina, S4R 8R6, would be appreciated. In living memory of Kitch, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
RUTH ELLIS
September 21, 1941 - June 19, 2008
Our beloved Ruth died peacefully at the Pasqua Hospital. She will be lovingly remembered by her brothers Ross (Pat), Jim (Betty), her sisters Margot (Dennis), Lucille (Larry), all her nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, cousins, and her Special Aunt Ruth, all of whom she dearly cherished. She was predeceased by her parents Austin and Kay Ellis and her brother, Ron. Ruth was loved by many, especially her friends of many years at Pioneer Village. Ruth was known for her acts of kindness and generosity, and her gentle caring manner for all mankind. She loved to play cards, cribbage and a good game of Scrabble. Chocolates were her very favourite treat. Her affectionate smile would instantly light up a room. Thanks to all the doctors and nurses on units 3D and 4B at the Pasqua Hospital in Regina for their caring and compassion during this difficult time. A very special thank you to the dedicated staff at Pioneer Village for their many years of loving care. Thank you to everyone that touched Ruth's life and made it a better place for her. A Private Graveside Service will be held at Sunset Cemetery, Moose Jaw on Monday June 30, 2008. Linda Owens will officiate. In living memory of Ruth, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
CYRIL GARDNER
It is with great sadness our family announces that CYRIL EDWARD GARDNER passed away peacefully at home in Moose Jaw with his family by his side on April 19, 2007 at the age of 95 years, following a long courageous battle with cancer. Cy was born on February 17, 1912 at the family farm 7 miles South West of Mortlach. After growing up on the farm and attending school in Mortlach, he studied agriculture at the University of Saskatchewan from 1929 to 1931 then due to the passing away of his father, John, he worked the farm with his mother, Annie until her passing. In 1974 Cy moved to Moose Jaw and sold real estate until retirement in 1980. He decided to take up square dancing in 1975 and met the love of his life, Amie Jocelyn. They were married in 1976, and loved spending time with family, friends and traveling to Australia, Hawaii, England, and other destinations. Cy loved his garden and knew his trade well. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather who was loved dearly by his family. His gentle nature, sense of humour and loving ways will be greatly missed. Predeceased by his father John - 1931 and mother Annie - 1969; his three sisters and brothers-in-law: May (Fred) Greenwood, Evelyn (Ben) Bowman, and Edna (Don) Ellis; his three brothers and sisters-in-law: Frank (Edith) Gardner, John (Maythe) Gardner, and Harold (Elsie) Gardner and nephew, Stan Rivers. Cy is survived by his loving wife of thirty-one years, Amie; three children: Carrol Jocelyn, Gary (Nancy) Jocelyn, and Delbert (Donna) Jocelyn; seven grandchildren: Steve (Denise) Reich, Cara (Joel) McKenzie, Kelly Jensen, Kristina Jensen, Keary (Patricia) Jocelyn, Corey Jocelyn and Davin Jocelyn; nine great-grandchildren: Spencer, Connor, Justin, Caitlin, Larissa, Derek, Brooke, Chase, Bradley, nieces: Eunice Rivers, Jean (Mike) Patrick, Edna (Al) Kidd, Lynn Gardner, and Vicki Gardner, nephews: Russell (Linda) Gardner, Neil (Lil) Gardner, Graham (Rose) Bowman, Doug (Alma) Bowman, Ron Ellis, Barry (Debra) Bowman, Dwight Ellis, as well as his extended family and friends. The Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, April 24, 2007 at 2p.m. at St. Aidan Anglican Church, 124 - 1st Ave. N.E., Moose Jaw. Reverend Allen Doerksen will officiate. Private family memorialization will take place. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Aidan Anglican Church Building Fund, 124 - 1st Ave. N.E., Moose Jaw, S6H 0Y8 or to a charity of one's choice. In living memory of Cyril, a tree has been planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
