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CHESTER RICE
Chester (Chase) N. Rice, of Moose Jaw, and formerly of the Galilee district, passed away April 30, 2007 at the age of 93. Chase is survived by his wife, Dorothy – Moose Jaw; and a large circle of family and friends. In keeping with Chase’s wishes, following Cremation, there will be a Private Family Graveside Service at Sunset Cemetery at a later date. The family would like to invite you to a Memorial Tea to Remember Chase on Wednesday May 9, 2007 at 2:00 pm at the Eagle’s Hall, 561 Home Street West. Memorials to a charity of choice would be appreciated. In living memory of Chase, a tree has been planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
FRANK E. HETHERINGTON
Frank Elmer Hetherington, passed away peacefully in the Nanaimo General Regional Hospital on May 1, 2008. Frank was born July 14, 1915, near Stoughton, SK and grew up in the Arcola area and at Souris, MB. He married Alvina Beryl Johnson in Regina on May 9, 1944 and moved to Moose Jaw where they raised their two children and lived for over 50 years. They moved to Nanaimo in 2002 to be closer to family. He is survived by: daughter, Barbara Ruth Tymos, son, Daniel Frank (Barbara) Hetherington; four grandchildren; sister-in-law, Isabel Johnson, and many nieces and nephews. The Funeral Service will be held at W. J. Jones & Son Chapel on Saturday, May 10, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations could be made to the Canadian Bible Society, 1034 Louise Ave., Saskatoon, SK, S7H 2P6. In living memory of Frank, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
TOMIE ENDO
TOMIE ENDO, age 97 years of Moose Jaw, who was a loving wife and mother, passed away on June 1, 2005 at Extendicare. Born to Qugoro and Tori Agatsuma in Miyagiken, Japan on Novemner 13, 1907. On her marriage to George Chohei in 1927 they moved to Moose Jaw in 1928. She was a long time member of St. John’s Church. Predeceased by her parents, all her siblings of Japan, her husband in 1969 and daughter, Elsie Endo in 2003. Tomie is survived by her only son, George of Moose Jaw; daughters: Doreen Fumiko Greenaway (Tod) of Nelson, B.C., Marian Knight of Dallas, Texas and Joyce Endo of Toronto, Ontario; three grandchildren, several great-grandchildren of B.C. as well as family relations in Japan. A private graveside service and memorialization of cremated remains will take place on Tuesday, June 7, 2005 at Rosedale Cemetery. Friends are invited to join the family at 2:00 p.m. (Tuesday, June 7th) at the W. J. Jones & Son Family Centre, 262 Athabasca St. E. for a further time of fellowship and refreshment. In lieu of flowers, Mrs. Endo’s memory may be honoured with a gift to St. Aidan Anglican Church or to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Saskatchewan Heart & Stroke Foundation. The family extends heartfelt gratitude to her immediate attending physician and the staff at Extendicare who lovingly cared for her during her confinement there. In living memory of Tomie, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
ALICE ARMSTRONG
Alice A. Armstrong passed away March 26, 2004 at the age of 93 years. Alice was born on May 11, 1911 in Regina, Sask. She moved to BC in 1936 and worked in various places, including the Hotel Vancouver and a classy golf course until 1960. She moved to Moose Jaw in 1967 and worked at the Royal Canadian Legion until 1979. She lived at High Park Towers for many years until moving to Capilano Court in 2000. She was a member of the Rebekah Lodge #54 for 26 years. She is predeceased by her first husband, Frederick Hurren in 1943 and brother, Fred Dubin in 2003. She is survived by her son, Frederick (Dorothy) Hurren – Vancouver, BC; grandson, Danny Hurren – Calgary, AB, great-grandson, David Hurren – Coquitlam, BC; two sisters, Lee Ball, and Kae Panko – both of Moose Jaw; and many nieces and nephews. A Service of Remembrance will be held at W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home on Tuesday March 30, 2004 at 10:30 am. Linda Owens will officiate. Memorialization will take place in Vancouver at a later date. In living memory of Alice, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
WALTER KONOPAKI
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Walter Konopaki of Moose Jaw, Sask.on June 18, 2007 at the age of 81. Walter will be lovingly remembered by Helen; his children, Lee Westre and her children, Evan, Michelle, Jordan; Lynne (Ken) Fafard and their children, Kara (RyanTodd), Mark, Jay; and Brad (Charlene Schoffer) Konopaki and their children, Stacia, Zachary, Taylor and Mason. Walter was born in Bienfait, Sask. on November 20, 1925. At the age of 14, Walter began his working career in the family owned coal mine. He later moved to Moose Jaw, and in 1949 met Helen Bookout at a dance at the Oddfellows Hall. Her Christmas present was an engagement ring - he was so confident in their love, and that love lasted for 57 years. In 1947, Walter and his brother started Moose Jaw Sash & Door, and later added Security Building Supplies and Madero Distribution. These companies grew into a thriving presence within the building material industry in Western Canada. Walter was dedicated to his businesses, continuing to work until the age of 80. He was active in the Chamber of Commerce, the Construction Association, and President of AWMAC for many years. Throughout his life Walter enjoyed many activities. He was an avid hunter and waited all year for hunting season - to spend time with his son, grandsons, and hunting buddies. He was devoted and gave generously to Ducks Unlimited. Being an active member of the Hillcrest G & C, he golfed and curled for over 50 years. It is Walter's wish that there be no funeral, instead a memorial gathering for Walter will be held on Sunday, June 24th from 2 – 4 pm at the Sportsman Centre, 276 Home Street East, Moose Jaw. A tribute to Walter will take place at 2:30 pm. Donations in Walter's memory can be made to the Sask. Lung Association, 1231 8th St. E., Saskatoon, S7H 0S5, or to a charity of your choice. In living memory of Walter, a tree has been planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
SHIRLEY FRIEL
"Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive, well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, cigar in one hand, (Lemon Hart and coke) in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and screaming, ‘WOW - What a ride!’"
Well, that pretty much sums up the life of Shirley Marguerite Friel (nee Parsons) who “skidded in sideways” on July 13, 2008, at her home in Moose Jaw, SK, in the arms of her children. Shirley was born January 20, 1923, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, the youngest of five daughters. At the insistence of her forward-thinking mother Hattie Mae, who felt that women should have some form of post-secondary education, Shirley trained as a nurse, then boarded a train, and moved west for adventure. In post-war Comox, BC, she met and married George (Joe) Friel, and they would later settle in Moose Jaw, SK, Joe’s hometown, to raise their four children. Shirley truly was a woman before her time. Spirited, stubborn and fiercely independent, she insisted upon using her education, and, indeed, every morning, Shirley would go off in her whites, waving her arm in the air, tossing casually over her shoulder that she was "off to save lives." Some of Shirley’s fondest memories include working Maternity at the Providence Hospital and serving as administrator of the Moose Jaw Union Hospital Central Supply for many years. And some of her strongest life-long friendships were forged in these two hospitals where, during coffee breaks, Shirley and her hospital pals would solve some of the world’s more pressing issues, cold-cases, and other of life’s mysteries. Then, off she would go with Dad's STI crowd, her steadfast friends during Dad's lifetime and throughout her thirty years as a widow. Shirley is predeceased by her husband Joe, her mother and father, her four sisters, and her granddaughter Sarah Robertson. She lives on through her four children, eleven grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren: Jon (Marg Fowler), Dustin (Emily Springer and Daniel and Lydia) and Scott (Margaret Lilley and Elizabeth and William); Joanne (Grant Robertson), Clark, Lee, and Ford; Mark (Shirley McCullough), Christy (Kwartei Glover-Quartey and McKenna) Jana, and Chad; and Dawn (Don Hipperson), Jaimee (Cory Larson and Reid and Josh), Kathryn (Chad Bankowski and Noah and Avery), and Greg (Leah Foulds). Shirley also lives on in the memories of her sisters-in-law, including Mom’s special friend and sister-in-law Doris Legge, and nieces and nephews. It has been said that "the path to a friend's door is never long." Our Mom was a shining example of one whose doorway path was very short and very busy. A thank you note sent to Mom just before she died perhaps explains best. Mom’s friend wrote, “Every time we have been with you, it has been a bundle of fun and the challenge of wits always makes me smile and grin.” We, Big Shirl’s family, continue to learn daily that our Mom cut a wide swath in terms of those who call her “friend, ” and we take great pride and comfort in this. We invite all who knew Shirley to join us at 3:30 on Friday, July 18th, 2008, at W. J. Jones & Son Chapel to celebrate and honour her life. Linda Owens will be the celebrant. In lieu of flowers, Mom has gratefully asked that you please consider donating in Shirley’s name to the Moose Jaw Health Foundation - Women’s Ward or Day Surgery. In living memory of Shirl, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
PAUL EDMANDS
Paul (P.J.) Edmands of Moose Jaw passed away peacefully at home January 17, 2008 at the age of 86. Paul is survived by his children: Robbie Little, Rod Edmands, and Bob Edmands. Respecting Paul’s wishes, there will be no funeral service. In lieu of cards or flowers, a donation to the Moose Jaw Humane Society, Box 1658, Moose Jaw, S6H 7K7, would be appreciated. In living memory of Paul, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
KENNETH BECHTOLD
Family of Kenneth Victor Bechtold are sad to announce the passing of a fantastic brother, uncle, and friend who lost his battle to cancer on April 29, 2006. Ken was born in Moose Jaw September 23, 1942. He started work at Army & Navy department store when he was sixteen years old and worked there for forty-two years until closing in 1999. He talked fondly of all his co-workers and the Army & Navy family. Ken was one of the first members of the Moose Jaw Junior Boy’s Choir under the tutelage of Miss McCallum. His favorite past times were gardening, camping, bowling and being with his beloved dogs, especially Chelsea in later years. Ken was predeceased by his father John - born in Millbank, South Dakota, mother Otiilie - born in Radon, Poland, infant sister Karoline, sister Audrey and her husband Sid Gilhen of Winnipeg, brother-in-law Paul King of Winnipeg and niece Carolin Skowron of Winnipeg. Ken is survived by Walter (Gert) of Nanaimo, BC, Ozzie (Anne) of Calgary, Irma King of Winnipeg, Ruth (Gord Wills) of Regina, Roger (Bonnie) of Regina, Mike (Renee) of Moose Jaw. He will be sadly missed by twenty-two nieces and nephews, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, great-nieces and great-nephews. The family would like to thank all of the Doctors, Nurses and their staff for their care and consultations. A Celebration of Ken’s life will be held on Friday, May 5, 2006 at 1:30 p.m. in the W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel, 106 Athabasca St. E., Moose Jaw. John Bechtold will officiate. Interment will take place in Ken’s mothers grave at Rosedale Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully declined. 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 Ken, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.
