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IDA BALFOUR
Ida L. Balfour of Moose Jaw, passed away Tuesday December 12, 2006 at the age of 95 years. She was born in Germany on October 24, 1911 and came to Canada as an infant with her parents to the Herbert district. Ida married Allan Balfour in October 1938. They retired to James Street in Moose Jaw in the early 1970’s, later moved to Langdon Towers, and eventually to Providence Place. Allan and Ida enjoyed many trips during the winters to Florida and Texas, and visiting relatives in BC. Ida enjoyed cooking, crocheting, and always loved the company of family and friends. Ida is predeceased by her husband, Allan (Sept.2006), and siblings. She is survived by brothers, Ben (Clara) Puddell, Robert (Loretta) Puddell and many nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Ida’s life will be held at W. J. Jones & Son Chapel on Friday December 15, 2006 at 1:30 pm. Della Ferguson will be the celebrant. Interment will follow at Rosedale Cemetery. Memorials to a charity of choice, would be appreciated. In living memory of Ida, a tree has been planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
GEORGE DOUGLAS
Our much loved father, brother, uncle and friend, GEORGE REDFORD DOUGLAS passed away peacefully on Monday, September 8, 2008 at Extendicare at the age of 92, with family by his side. George was the third of eight children of John and Esther Douglas. He married Lorna May Stephenson who died in 1994. George was predeceased by his brothers: Walter, Ernie, Art and James; sisters: Mary Brown and Lilian Nielsen, George is survived by his daughters: Karel (Don) Boisclair – Saskatoon and Marilyn (Ken) Danchuk – Kelowna, sister, Marion Riley - Moose Jaw; sisters-in-law: Ruby Douglas - Moose Jaw and Ruth Thachuk - Leduc, Alberta. George also has many nieces and nephews who were fondly remembered by him. George served in the Army during the Second World War as a Corporal with the Wesminster Regiment. Upon his return to Canada, George spent much of his working career with Palm Dairies. He retired at the age of 62 in good health and it was at that time the family introduced him to the game of golf. He spent many afternoons with his buddies at the Lynbrook Golf Club. Each year he took a vacation to Fairmont Hot Springs for a week of fellowship and golfing – these times were some of his happiest memories. To those special people at Extendicare who were such a big part of Dad’s final years, we send our heartfelt thanks to you - you will never be forgotten. -Karel, Don, Marilyn and Ken. Funeral Services will be held at the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel, 106 Athabasca Street East, Moose Jaw on Saturday, September 13, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. Reverend Betty Bradley will officiate. Interment will follow at Rosedale Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Timothy Eaton Seniors Fund. In living memory of George, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
LIONEL JOSEPH TREMBLAY
June 28, 1921 – June 6, 2009
Dear friends and family – a few words to let you know that Lionel (Dad) passed away peacefully in the early morning on June 6 at the age of 87. Lionel was born and lived in the Courval district. He attended Courval School to grade ten and took his grade eleven at Coderre High School. He then went to College Mathieu and received his Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Ottawa in 1940. He was accepted to attend university in Saskatoon but his father asked him to stay and help on the farm. This was the start of his successful farming career in the Courval area until his retirement in 2002. Lionel and Bernadette retired in Moose Jaw and resided at Rosewood Apartments. Over the years, Lionel (Dad) always maintained a keen interest and active participation in all community activities and organizations. He was involved, at one time or another, with the R.M. of Rodgers Council, St. Joseph’s Church, St. Charles School, Courval Community Club, the North Courval Telephone Co., the French Cultural Organization and President of Coderre/Courval and R.M. Rodgers History Board. Lionel also gave a “helping hand” at Rosewood Apartments whenever needed. Some of Lionel’s interests were antiques, furniture refinishing, his daily crossword and Soduku puzzles, playing cards and visiting with family and friends. Predeceased by his parents, Joseph H. and Dorilla Tremblay, his brother, Armand and brother-in-law, Roy Smith. Lionel is survived by his wife of sixty-one years, Bernadette (Bourgeois); five children: Leo (Peggy) Tremblay of Courval, Denise Kirkham of Regina, Paulette (Ross) McMillan of Calgary, Marc Tremblay of Moose Jaw and Jackie (Bruce) Johnstone of Coderre. He will be missed by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Remi (Alex) and Brian Tremblay; Justin (Joanne) and Dina, Jonah, Anna Tremblay; Trina (Greg) and Logan Hill; Chantelle (Blaine) Kirkham Buckle and Dustin, Stephen, Justin; Nathan (Cara) and Brynn Kirkham; Jason (Amy) and Sydney McMillan; Jody (Martin) Juliebo; Amee (Kevin) Mawson; Monique Deschambeault; Jill (Chris) and Cody, Chase McKee; Byron (Kendra) and Grady Johnstone; and Craig (Rebeca) Johnstone. Lionel is also survived by his three sisters: Laurette (Edward) of Coderre, Gisele Smith and Helen (Benny) Uchacz. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, June 9, 2009 at 1:30 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, 1064 3rd Ave. N.W., Moose Jaw. Reverend Father John Foley will preside. Interment will follow at Courval Cemetery. For those so wishing, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 61B Ross St. W., Moose Jaw, S6H 2M2. In living memory of Lionel, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
RUSTY HALES
On January 20, 2004, Rusty Hales passed away peacefully after a long and difficult battle with Alzheimer’s’ Disease. Over the years, Rusty touched the lives of many individuals. Now that he is finally at peace, our family takes comfort in knowing that those who had been a part of his life may, over the coming days, take a moment to recall some of the special times they had shared with him. Rusty was born in Moose Jaw, SK on March 6, 1934. He worked at the Moose Jaw Times Herald from 1951-57, then at the Moose Jaw Printing Co. Ltd. until 1984. In later years, he kept busy by delivering for Leonard Fysh Drug Store. On September 27, 1958, Rusty married Ruby Forde, and together they raised a son and daughter. He has resided in, and been compassionately cared for, by the staff of Providence Place since February 5, 1996. Rusty is predeceased by his parents - Olga and Laurence, and his brothers - Roy, Vern (Mary), and Lorne (in infancy). Holding the memories of him are: his wife, Ruby; his son, David (Michele) and granddaughter, Sarah; his daughter Shannon Jakes (Rob); his sister-in-law, Florine Hales; nephew Colin; nieces, Faye Austin (David) and Carol Mohrbutter (Larry); nephew, Wayne Hales; brother-in-law, Lindsay Forde; nephews, Carl, Lindsay, and Cameron, and his very special life-long friend, Bud Griffin (Sheila). Over the years, Rusty took great pride in the achievements he realized through his involvement in, and countless hours of time devoted to, the community of Moose Jaw. He was very active in the Moose Jaw Kinsmen Club, serving in various positions including Secretary, Bulletin Editor, Band Festival Chairman, and President. Through his love of music, Rusty encouraged and supported his children's activities in the Moose Jaw Lions Band, acting as Publicity Director and President, and serving on the organizing committees for tours to Britain, Ottawa, and California. Strong bonds of friendship were forged throughout these years with many of the people involved in, and associated with, these organizations. Rusty was an avid sports fan, and he held a passion for the game of hockey. He thoroughly enjoyed all the years he spent volunteering as an announcer and penalty timekeeper at the Moose Jaw Civic Centre for local minor and senior men’s hockey leagues, the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League and the Western Hockey League. He would often recall fond memories involving many young players who later rose to the ranks in the NHL. Rusty will be remembered for his zeal for life – he loved to laugh, and make others laugh around him. He took the greatest pleasures in the simplest of things that life offered him, contributed greatly through his volunteer efforts, and will always be remembered as a devoted and loving husband and father. From him, we have learned the importance of reaching for our dreams, living each day to the very fullest, and facing the challenges placed before us with determination and resilience. Rusty always considered himself fortunate to have spent his childhood years growing up in the beautiful River Park area of Moose Jaw (later to become known as the Wakamow Valley). Throughout his life, he continued to be drawn back to this special place, and we know in our hearts Rusty shall find his peace, surrounded by the trees and hills he so loved, and the memories he held so dear. A private reception and memorial will take place on Saturday, January 24, 2004. In lieu of flowers, our family would greatly appreciate donations made in Rusty’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Society of Saskatchewan or the Providence Place Foundation, Moose Jaw. A tree will be planted in Rusty’s memory in the Wakamow Valley later this year, by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
MARGUERITE McKAY (ROHRKE)
With great sadness, we wish to announce the passing of MARGUERITE (MARGE) McKAY, at the age of 95. The youngest of fourteen children, Gram was born on July 8, 1909 just west of Milestone, Saskatchewan on the family farm, her beloved “Sunnyside”. She was predeceased by her parents, twelve brothers and sisters, her first husband, Sherman Avery, her second, William Gunn McKay, her daughter and only child, Lorraine Waldo and grandson, Rick Waldo. She is survived by one brother, Armin Rohrke; three granddaughters: Patricia (Barry) Macdiarmid, Roberta (Art) Sly and Christine McMaster, seven great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews. The Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, June 9, 2005 at 1:30 p.m. in the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel, 106 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw. Reverend Doug Shepherd will officiate. Interment will follow at Rosedale Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Marguerite’s memory can be made to the Alzheimer Association, #301-2550-12th Ave., Regina, Sask., S4P 3X1. In living memory of Marguerite, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
LENA AND WALTER FELT
Lena Felt, former long-time resident of Mortlach, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2008. Lena was born June 15, 1915 in Altona, Manitoba, the eldest daughter of Cornelius Ginter and Katharina Abrams. Prior to her marriage to Walter Felt in 1935, she worked as a “hired girl” for families in the Secretan, Chaplin, Remount, Edgehill and Caron areas. She and Walter homesteaded in the Remount district until moving to the Felt farm in the Mortlach district in 1942, where they farmed until retiring to Mortlach. Lena was a wonderful homemaker whose door was always open to serve coffee, cake, buns, or a meal, and a friendly welcome.
Walter Felt, former long-time resident of Mortlach, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2008. Walter was born July 21, 1907, the fifth in a family of eight. In 1918 he lost two brothers and a sister to the flu and a second sister one year later. Walter became his Dad’s right hand helper as his older brother had joined the war effort. So at the age of 11, he did all the work necessary with his Dad both farming and assisting with horticulture, as his Dad had a passion for experimental gardening. Walter later became a trapper and coyote hunter to make a living. In 1935 he married Lena Ginter and made claim on a homestead in the Remount district, and in 1942 moved back to the family farm near Mortlach to help his Dad. There he and Lena raised their children, Pat and Frank and worked diligently until their retirement to Mortlach. He rented out the farm, but still remained active with his hobbies including lapidary, wood working, and collecting almost anything. He also continued to pursue his passion for archeology.
Lena and Walter are survived by daughter Pat (Dale) Ferguson, and son Frank Felt; five grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren; her sister Mary Montgomery of Dauphin, MB; sisters-in-law Ruby Felt of Moose Jaw and Eileen Ginter of Winnipeg; and many nieces and nephews. Lena is predeceased by four brothers, John, Cornelius, Jake and Tom. A Celebration of Lena and Walter's life was held at W. J. Jones & Son Chapel on Friday January 11, 2008 at 1:30 pm. Della Ferguson officiated. Memorialization will take place at the Mortlach Cemetery at a later date. Memorials to the Mortlach United Church, or the Mortlach Museum, would be appreciated. In living memory of Lena and Walter, a tree will be planted for each of them, in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
CORA LEIFSO
CORA EILEEN (BISHOP) LEIFSO sadly passed away July 19, 2007 at Providence Place, Moose Jaw. Born March 4, 1913 at Willows, Saskatchewan, Cora lived a long and very fulfilled life involved with her large network of family and friends. With her love of the land she spent most of her life on the farm growing up at Willows, Saskatchewan and married life at Crane Valley, Saskatchewan. In later years she retired with Art to Moose Jaw and continued her love of gardening. The last year she made her home at Providence Place. Cora loved curling and community events at the Crane Valley Community Hall. She was a life time member of the Order of the Eastern Star and a member of the Auxiliary of The Fraternal Order of the Eagles. Her greatest joy was her family. She grew up in a large and loving family of ten siblings and later many nieces and nephews. Her family, grandchildren and ‘adopted’ children and grandchildren were her life. Cora was predeceased by her husband, Arthur, parents, Allan and Lillian Bishop; siblings: Alice (Lawles) Clare, Grace (Wilson), Bill, Irvine (Ole), Keith, Gordon and Pat (McNutt); sons-in-law: George Watamanuk and Mel Campbell. Cora is survived and will be greatly missed by her children: Audrey Campbell, Dale (Carol), Faye MacLeod (Kenzie) and Brian (Faythe); grandchildren: George and Stella Watamanuk, Elizabeth, Robin Davies and Emily, Roger and Bette Anne Watamanuk, Audra and Stefan Rzewuski and Chris, Brenda Watamanuk and Chris Roberts, Laura Watamanuk and Mike Denne, Rocky and Diane Campbell & family; Cheryl and Rick Teuling & family, Allan and Heather Malloch & family; Keith and Gisselle Campbell & family; Justin Leifso, Glenda and Grant Turick & family; Leanne and Rob Gamache & Bobbi; David and Katie MacLeod & William; Michael and Billy Joe MacLeod & Connall and Makenna; Nadine Marchand; Jeff Marchand & Jacob; sisters: Opal (Gordon) Todd and Ruth Conroy; sisters-in-law: Mille Bishop, Doris (Ralph) Christenson and Ginger Bishop, brother-in-law, Ross McNutt, as well as many special nieces and nephews and extended families. The Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, July 24, 2007 at 1 p.m. in the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel, 106 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw. Della Ferguson will officiate. An evening prayer service and visitation will be held Monday at 7:30 p.m. in the Chapel. In lieu of flowers, the family wish donations be made to the Providence Place (St. Anthony’s Wing), 100 – 2nd Ave. N.E., Moose Jaw, S6H 1B8 or to the Alzheimer’s Association, #301 – 2550, 12th Ave., Regina, S4P 3X1. In living memory of Cora, a tree will be planted by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
