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September 7, 2016 B7

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Arlene Winnifred Symcox 1955 – 2016 Arlene Symcox passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospital Long Term Care, Estevan, SK on Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at the age of 61 years. In her younger years Arlene was an avid bowler and travelled to various cities in Canada and the United States to take part in tournaments. She loved bingo and enjoyed a few more nights at the Legion Bingos even after she got sick. Arlene was a taxi driver for the last twelve years. She thoroughly enjoyed this job and made friends with her regular customers, one of whom moved back to Ontario because of the oil downturn, but phoned her in the hospital to see how she was doing. Arlene’s memory will be forever cherished by her son John Symcox; four grandchildren, Miley, John, Uriah and Ayla Symcox; step mother Ellen Sparks; cousins, Vivian (Greg) Walliser, Mel (Irene) Murray, Wendy Lesy, Tammy (Lloyd) Dobrescu, Michael (Angela) Murray, Don Robinson and Randy Dyck; two lifelong friends, Darlene Balkwill and Darlene Efford. She was predeceased by her parents, Winnifred Symcox and Lloyd Sparks; grandparents, John (Jack) and Agnes Symcox; cousins, Agnes Robinson and Brenda Dyck and her four legged companion Black Jack. In keeping with Arlene’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no service. A private family interment will be held a later date at Souris Valley Memorial Gardens, Estevan. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the Estevan Humane Society Inc., Box 1095, Estevan, SK, S4A 2H7, in Arlene’s memory. Arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan.

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Melvin Richard Chamney 1942 – 2016 It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of Melvin Chamney on Monday, August 29, 2016 at the St. Joseph’s Hospital Special Care Home, Estevan, SK at the age of 73 years. Melvin is survived by his loving wife Marge and their children, Kim (Rob) Geisel and grandchildren, Tanner and Taylor; Mike (Jackie) Chamney and grandchildren, John (Skylar), Katherine (Jordan), James (Kelsey, Hayden), Kristina (Brandon, Boeh), William; and Nicole (Verena) Chamney. Also left to mourn Melvin’s passing is the family cat Muffin. Melvin will also be missed by his siblings, Marilyn, Harold (Sonja) and Margaret (Roy), as well as numerous nieces, nephews and in-laws. He was predeceased by his parents, Edward and Margaret Chamney; brother Ronald Chamney and brother-in-law Alan Train. A Prayer Service will be held on Thursday, September 1, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Hall Funeral Services, Estevan, with Doug Third officiating. The Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, September 2, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, Estevan, with Rev. Brian Meredith presiding. Lunch will follow in the church auditorium. Those so wishing may make donations in memory of Melvin to the St. Joseph’s Special Care Home, c/o St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation, 1176 Nicholson Road, Estevan, SK, S4A 0H3. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan.

Thank You

The family of Arlene would like to thank Pat Klyne and the gang at Gibby’s for the fundraiser, Janice Holtz and Alexis Mickel for taking care of her dog Black Jack while she was in Edmonton for surgery and several times after that. The family would also like to thank her friends at Inglis Court, especially Janice Holtz and George Rempel for always checking on her. A special thanks to the staff at Estevan Housing for their patience and understanding over the last year. To the staff at Lampman Community Health Centre for your great care while she was there in respite; the kind and gentle staff at St. Joseph’s long term care facility that cared for her in the final days; Dr. Davies, for his kindness and concern in treating Arlene, and Dustin and Shirley at Hall Funeral Services for their assistance.

Alex Ewaski 1927 - 2016 Alex Ewaski passed away at the Estevan Regional Nursing Home, Estevan, SK on Monday, August 29, 2016 at the age of 88 years. Alex was born on November 19, 1927 in the coal mining town of Taylorton, SK, the youngest of seven children of Mike and Annie Ewaski. Shortly after Alex was born, the family bought and moved onto a farm one mile north of Bienfait, SK. Alex worked very hard in the grain fields with his older siblings and attended school in Bienfait. He later worked at the mine, as well as helping on the family farm. In 1953 he married Madeline Ewaski, but had no children from this union. Later on he met the love of his life, Stella Miller and they lived together until her passing in 2000. In his younger years he drove truck for awhile until he decided to open up a carpentry business. He was very fussy about his workmanship and you knew everything would be built strong. This was his occupation until he entered the Estevan Regional Nursing Home in April of 2014. He had also served as the local sheriff in Bienfait, belonged to the Bienfait Legion and in later years joined the Bienfait Lions Club. Alex was predeceased by his parents, Mike and Annie; sisters, Mary and Anne and brothers, Morrell, Peter, John and Steve. He is survived by numerous nieces and nephews and their families. Special thanks is extended to the staff of the Estevan Regional Nursing Home for the compassionate care given to Alex, as well as Dr. Omosigho for his care. The Funeral Service was held on Thursday, September 1, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Hall Funeral Services, Estevan, with Sandy Dalziel officiating. Cremation followed, and interment will take place at a later date at the Bienfait Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan.

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Dustin Barry Pratt 1989 - 2016 It is with the heaviest of hearts that Dustin’s family announces his accidental passing on Monday, August 22, 2016 at the age of 27 years. Dustin is survived by his parents, Shane and Roxane; brothers, Derian and Dylan; the love of his life Christine Meszaros and their three fur babies, Kixx, Nixon and Lexi; grandparents, George and Ivy and Barry and Florence; aunts, uncles and cousins, Glenda & Monty (Brett, Annissa), Joey & Tara (Kayla, Keegan), Tracey & Bob (Courtney, Shayna), Ryan & Steffi (Nicholas) and Faye & Robert (Lee, Quinton); Christine’s parents, Myles and Michelle and her sisters, Amber (Derek) and daughter Jordyn, and Sarah. He was predeceased by his grandmother, Dianne George. A public visitation was held on Thursday, August 25, 2016 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Hall Funeral Services, Estevan. The Funeral Service took place on Friday, August 26, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. at St. John the Baptist R.C. Church, Estevan, with Rev. Brian Meredith presiding. A luncheon was held in the church auditorium immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, those so wishing may make donations in Dustin’s memory to the Bienfait Coalers, 1550 Dieppe Crescent, Estevan, SK, S4A 1W7. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan.

Thank You

Thank you to Galloway Health Centre in Oxbow, staff and attending EMTs. Thank you to Dustin Hall and staff at Hall Funeral Services, Melodye & Jeff Pierson and the Days Inn staff, Father Brian, Murray GM, all the family and friends for the visits, phone calls, gifts of food, gift cards, flowers and the donations to the Bienfait Coalers in Dustin’s memory (donations can still be made, to the address noted above). Roxane, Shane, Derian & Dylan Pratt, Christine Meszaros & family.

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St. Joseph’s Hospital relies on donations to fund equipment purchases. Your Memorial Gift honours your loved one and makes it possible for our hospital to continue providing quality care for Estevan and area residents. A letter will be sent to the family acknowledging your gift; please include their name and address as well as your own. You will receive an income tax receipt. Please send your donation to:

St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation 1176 Nicholson Rd, Estevan, SK S4A 0H3 Phone: 306-637-2474