All Obituaries

Peacefully and surrounded by his family, John Donald Gunn passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at the age of 85 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his children: Cherie (Ken) Chomyc, Rhonda McKercher, Corinne Gunn, Gerald Gunn, and Marcia (Brian) Gunn; cherished grandchildren: Nathan, Bradley, Matthew, Tamara, Laurie, Shawna, Jenilee, Justin; and many great-grandchildren. John was predeceased by his parents, Jack and Mary Gunn, and wife, Joan Gunn (nee Gray). A...

John David Mazzei was born on August 30th, 1939 in Eston, Saskatchewan and passed away on March 29, 2024 at the age of 84. John was the second of three children for James and Lina Mazzei. John grew up on the farm south of Darcy, Saskatchewan. John started school which was on the same quarter section he lived as a child. He later attended school in Rosetown. During his youth and as a young adult John was the saxophone player in his band called the “Rhythm Rockets”. As a young...

Vern was born in Kerrobert, SK to Karl and Frieda Poggemiller on February 1st, 1939. His public-school years were spent at a one room country school known as West Luseland. At the insistence of his parents, he took one year of highschool at Luseland. Later he took two years of bible training at Briercrest Bible College. It was in his teen years that he made the important decision to receive christ, at Luseland Bible Camp. Church and Sunday school attendance were an important part of his life...

Lorraine Joyce Sitter (Materi) passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 31, 2024.  Lorraine was 84 years old.  She was born in Leader, SK on August 14, 1939, lived on a farm near Prelate, SK, spent her younger years in the Pinkham area, then moved to Kindersley, SK. She married Glen Sitter and together they created a beautiful home and family life in Kindersley.  Lorraine loved baking, reading, crocheting, and puzzle making.  She loved hummingbirds and...

            It is with deep sadness that the family of Laura Bielby announce her passing on Wednesday, January 31st 2024 at the age of 94 years.             Laura was born at Watrous, Saskatchewan on August 5th, 1929. She was the second child born to Sarah and Jack Radke. She had an older sister Elsie and a younger brother Bert, who were all raised on a farm near Guernsey,...

Rose Marie Lerner, passed away on February 27, 2024, at the age of 91. Rose is the beloved wife of (the late) Ted Lerner; loving mother of Brad (Nancy) Lerner, Kim (Kelley) Lerner, Rod (Terry) Lerner, Laurel (Tom) Grant, and Trona (Ross) Wheaton; and cherished grandmother and great-grandmother. There will be a Funeral Mass held on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Eston, with Rev. Fr. John Abban-Bonsu as celebrant. A Prayer Service will take place...

It is with great heartbreak and sadness that the family of Richard "Dick" Staples announce his passing on Thursday, March 21st, 2024 at the age of 68 years. Dick will live forever on in the hearts of his beloved wife and best friend Cheryl, his children: Jordan, and John (Ashley), as well as his granddaughter Danielle Townsend.  Dick was a good friend, confidant, and Sensei for so many over the years that it would be impossible to put a number on how many lives he had...

MARTHA RUTH SHANTZ (nee Jones) Dec 18, 1936 – Mar 30, 2024 Martha passed away March 30, 2024 surrounded by family. She is pre-deceased by her parents, Lanson and Mary Jones, as well as by her siblings Hilda, Maynard and David. She was also pre-deceased by her in-laws, Loretta and Wesley Shantz, as well as brothers-in-law, Carl Shantz, Lloyd Weber, Bill Mantle, Bob Fotheringham, and sister-in-law, Patricia Shantz. Martha is deeply missed by her beloved husband Keith; her children Susan...

The family of Martin McLaughlin are saddened to announce his passing on Sunday, March 17, 2024 at the age of 85 years.  Beloved husband of the late Gail McLaughlin; loving father of Edward McLaughlin (Barb), Carol Sawatzky (Dale), Patricia McLaughlin (Glenn Cormack) and Cynthia Zinger (Greg); grandfather and great- grandfather to many. A funeral service for Martin will be held on Monday, March 25th, 2024 at the St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Kindersley at 11:00...

Lawrence Dale Ross – July 4, 1985 – March 6, 2024 Lawrence was born on July 4th, 1985 in Saskatoon, SK. He was born to Catherine (Bunka) and Ray Ross and was the younger brother to Elizabeth who was born in 1982. Lawrence grew up in Lloydminster and after the separation of his parents, he moved to Edmonton with his father for a short period. When his father passed away in 1999, Lawrence returned to Lloydminster to live with his mother. He finished his schooling in Lloydminster...