Obituaries

Saskatoon Funeral Home Obituaries

Brett Welker

Brett Welker

May 6, 2016

Brett William Welker tragically died May 6, 2016 at the age of 26 in Saskatoon, Sask. Brett leaves to mourn him: his parents, mother Margaret Templeton, and father Terry Welker of Vermilion; siblings, Kristen Welker (Brett Manyluk) of Edmonton, Tanis (Ross) Robertson of Saskatoon, Karen Welker of Saskatoon, Colin Welker of Calgary; grandmother, Mona Templeton of Red Deer; aunts and...

Angela Lindberg

Angela Lindberg

May 6, 2016

Dr. Angela Frances Gladys Lindberg (nee Korchinski) dedicated her life to the loving service of others. Born on on June 22, 1979 to parents Mary-Anne Naphin and Richard Korchinski, her life ended too soon. She loved, served, grew and explored more in her 36 years than many do their entire lives. A respected and beloved chiropractor in Saskatoon, Angela helped...

Cecil Mccrea

Cecil Mccrea

May 4, 2016

Ray was born in Pleasant Valley, SK. on March 18, 1929 and passed away on May 4, 2016 in Swift Current, SK. Ray McCrea was a very helpful, friendly outgoing gentleman. His sense of humour and smile have touched us all and he will be greatly missed. Left to cherish his memories are his kids Cheryl (Dale), Lana (Ken), Serena...

David E. Gauley, C.M.

David E. Gauley, C.M.

May 4, 2016

It is with heavy hearts that we say good-bye to Tom Gauley who passed away peacefully at his residence in Luther Special Care Home on May 4, 2016. Tom is survived by his three daughters Marg, Kathleen (Tim & Tia Wedge, together with Tom’s great grandsons Emmett and Will, and Ben and Aja Wedge) and Diane (Eric Ashworth), as well...

Mildred Horbay

Mildred Horbay

May 3, 2016

Mildred Horbay 1928 – 2016 It is with heavy hearts Mildred’s family announces her passing on May 3, 2016 at the Royal University Hospital. Mildred is survived by her daughter Bev McBee and son Tim Horbay. She was predeceased by her husband Jerry; daughter Karen and son Greg. Mildred was born in Valley River, MB and was raised in Muenster,...

Elva Bernice Tole

Elva Bernice Tole

May 3, 2016

ELVA BERNICE TOLE (Webber) June 4, 1930 - May 3, 2016 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother on Tuesday, May 3 at the age of 85. Elva was born on June 4, 1930 and entered the world with her twin sister , Ada. She grew up on a farm...

Kathleen Robertson

Kathleen Robertson

May 3, 2016

Kathleen was born in London, England on July 22, 1920. Between the war years Kathleen grew up in an environment which taught her resilience and independence. She received her initial education in London where she trained and developed her artistic talent - something which she continued up until the day she died. Her artistic talent was put to good use...

Mike Striga

Mike Striga

May 2, 2016

Mike Striga With great sadness we announce the passing of Mike Striga of Mullingar, SK at the age of 85. He passed peacefully after a brief illness, in the presence of family, at St. Paul’s Hospital, in the early morning of May 2, 2016. Mike is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Melita, who continues to reside at...

Joyce Orchard

Joyce Orchard

Apr 30, 2016

Joyce Orchard Joyce’s family are extremely saddened to announce her passing on Saturday, April 30th. A Celebration of Joyce’s life is tentatively planned for Saturday, May 7, 2016. Details and obituary will appear in a future edition of this paper. In memory of Joyce please consider becoming a blood donor instead of a charitable donation.

Joyce Julia Orchard

Joyce Julia Orchard

Apr 30, 2016

Orchard, Joyce Julia July 6, 1955 – April 30, 2016 On April 30, in the light of the morning sunshine and with her family by her side, Joyce’s short but valiant battle with cancer ended. It is with unspeakable sadness that her family shares the passing of a remarkable and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and best friend. Joyce...

Wayne Thomas Gentner

Wayne Thomas Gentner

Apr 29, 2016

Wayne Thomas Gentner November 9, 1939 – April 29, 2016 Wayne passed away peacefully at Royal University Hospital early on the morning of April 29th. Wayne is survived by his loving family: his wife Georgette; two sons; Kevin (Elain) Gentner and Gordon (Sonya) Gentner; seven grandchildren; Taylor, Mitchell, Alexandra, Kerrington, Lachlan, Seneca and Bronwyn; his brother Brian Gentner; his sister-in-law...

Edna Irene Smith

Edna Irene Smith

Apr 28, 2016

Edna Smith passed away peacefully on April 28, 2016 in the arms of her daughter in McLean, VA. She was 101 years old. She was a longtime resident of Saskatoon. She lived each day of her life to the fullest and her life was a real blessing right up until her final journey to Heaven. Edna Smith was born July...

Erika Leanne Mccallum

Erika Leanne Mccallum

Apr 28, 2016

Erika left us at Samaritan Place on Thursday, April 28, 2016 at the age of 91. Grandma was predeceased by her first husband Bob Connell in 1964, second husband Ken J. McCallum in 1997, younger brother Peter Elster and step-daughter Pat Byers. Erika is survived by her four children Ken (Linda) Connell, Neil (Marjorie) Connell, Eric (Carol) Connell and Eileen...

Donald Keith Hills

Donald Keith Hills

Apr 28, 2016

HILLS, DONALD KEITH: Born in Moose Jaw, October 2, 1935, Keith was the youngest son of William Alexander Hills and Mildred Violet Egan. He was predeceased by his parents, sister Marjorie and brother Gordon Bruce Hills. Keith was raised in Moose Jaw and in 1958 he graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in Guelph, the youngest in his class. He...

Jacob Victor Stroh

Jacob Victor Stroh

Apr 27, 2016

Jacob Victor Stroh "Jack" sadly passed away, on the 27 of April 2016. He will be dearly missed by his wife Loretta "Bernie”, and children Shad(Roxane), Amber, and Travis(Melissa). His four loving grandchildren Dejia (Derek), Lincoln, Mackenzie and Avery as well as two great-grandchildren Easton and Ryder. He will be met in heaven by his awaiting parents Emmanuel "Manny" and...

Thomas Atkin

Thomas Atkin

Apr 26, 2016

Thomas G. Atkin 1934-2016 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear husband, father, grandpa and great grandfather, Thomas G. Atkin, in the mid-morning of Tuesday April 26, 2016. Thomas passed away in his home after a courageous battle with cancer at the age of 81. Thomas is survived by his wife (Stella); his children:...

Rose Mesenchuk

Rose Mesenchuk

Apr 26, 2016

ROSE MESENCHUK October 15, 1922 – April 26, 2016 It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of our mother, Rose Mesenchuk, on Tuesday, April 26, 2016. Rose will be lovingly remembered by her family, daughter Arlene (Cliff) Kraft, son Herb Mesenchuk (Linda Chase), daughter Donna (Lorne) Haberman, and daughter Marci (Michael) Turley; her six grandchildren, Tracy (Jack),...

Donald Kwock Jung Yip

Donald Kwock Jung Yip

Apr 26, 2016

The family of Don Yip is saddened to announce his passing on Tuesday, April 26, 2016, after a courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife, Jolene; his daughter, Ellison, (Jun Cruz and their children Amy (Joey Silot and their son Matao), and Matthew; his son Ernie (Meelai Bossaer and their son Michael Bossaer). Don was predeceased by...

Leonard Schoffer

Leonard Schoffer

Apr 24, 2016

Leonard Schoffer beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away April 23, 2016 after a long and happy life. Leonard was predeceased by his parents George and Cora Schoffer and brother Dwight. He will be missed by his wife of 55 1/2 years, Eileen; sons, Blair, Greg (Patsy), Jeff (Michelle); grandchildren Justin, Jaycie, Mhairi, and Julia (Neil); sisters Marilyn and Doreen...

Robert Wheaton

Robert Wheaton

Apr 24, 2016

Dr. Robert “Ross” Wheaton June 22, 1928 – April 24- 2016 Ross was born June 22, 1928 in London, Ontario; middle child of three children to his parents Bob and Mabel Wheaton who raised purebred cattle on their farm. The Wheaton family moved to Saskatoon, where Bob worked as a church caretaker and Mabel worked as a bookkeeper and piano...

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