Leora Jane (Caldwell) Pieper

Leora Jane Pieper (nee Caldwell) was born to Sandy and Marcella Caldwell in White Bear, Saskatchewan, on December 2, 1926. She passed away peacefully in Moose Jaw, on January 22, 2026, at the age of 99.

Leora grew up on her family farm in White Bear, SK, until she became a teacher in a one-room schoolhouse near Eston, SK. When Earle Pieper returned from the war, the two were married in 1947. Leora then cared for the family home while Earle managed the farm in Isham, SK. Cheryl Anne was born in 1949, followed by Adrian Earle in 1952.

Upon retirement, they moved into Eston. Leora was an avid bridge player, spent her evenings knitting and sewing, and was often seen strolling through the country roads. She was an active member of the Isham United Church, and later the church in Eston.

She was predeceased by her husband Earle in 2005 and by her son Adrian in 2024. She is survived by her daughter, Cheryl Coombs (Terry); daughter-in-law Judy Pieper; grandchildren, Curt Coombs, Lisa Coombs-Smith (Brent), Jerrit Pieper, and Hayley Downton (Mike); as well as great-grandchildren Madison Smith (Marc Gelineau), Elsa Downton, Sloan Downton, and Phoenix Downton.

There will be a Graveside Memorial Service held for Leora on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. from the Eston Cemetery, Eston, SK with Rev. Ryan Sawchuk officiating.  Immediately following the graveside service, there will be a Memorial Luncheon held at the Plus 50 Club (130 1st Street SW), Eston, SK from 2:00-4:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family has chosen to support the Eston United Church (see details below of where to send donations to).

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