www.estevanmercury.ca Obituaries
July 13, 2016 B9 Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries
Trent Irvin Benkendorf 1960-2016 On the evening of June 6, 2016, Trent Benkendorf passed away at Royal Columbian Hospital, New Westminster BC suddenly following a brief illness. He was 56 years old. He was comforted by family and friends. Trent was born on January 7, 1960 in Estevan, Sk. He was the youngest child of Irvin and Vicki Benkendorf. After graduating High School, he attended SAIT in Calgary where he was enrolled in Architectural Technologies. After his successful completion, he resided in Edmonton for a brief time. In 1987 he moved to New Westminster and continued to reside there until his passing. He established Wascana Restorations in 1990, a business that continued until now. He loved spending time with family, always home for Christmas, taking family on cruises and never forgetting any of our birthdays. His favorite desserts were banana cream pie and strawberry shortcake. When Trent was arriving for a visit, one or the other of these deserts were always waiting for him. He is survived by a very special friend, Susan VanAltena of Pitt Meadows B. C.; his sisters: Kathy Johnson of Chillawack, B. C. and Marion Schottenbauer (Ernie ) of Calgary, AB.; one niece, Chantelle Erdman (Scott) of Bethune, Sk.; a great niece, Taenelle Hinger (Tayler) Regina, Sk. ; nephews , Michael Hamilton (Annette) of Brooks, Alberta; Carter Schottenbauer, Calgary,Ab., great nephews Talen and Tyce Erdman, Bethune, Sk. as well as extended families. He is predeceased by his parents, Irvin and Vicki Benkendorf (nee Owsiak), special parents Harold and Alice Hamilton and special brother Doug Hamilton. Trent was known by his friends and employees as a very hardworker with a generous compassionate heart. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends and all dedicated employees over the years at Wascana Restorations. Cremation took place at First Memorial Funeral Services in Aldergrove and will be followed by a private family celebration of life later this summer in Saskatoon. Donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation can be made in his honor in lieu of flowers. Alexander C. Rowley 1932 - 2016 Alexander (Alex) Cecil Rowley late of Estevan, SK and formerly of Frobisher, SK passed away at the Pasqua Hospital, Regina, SK on Saturday, July 2, 2016, at the age of 83 years. Alex is survived by his sister Stella (Arthur) Allen and their children: Naomi Allen (Ray Longley), and Tom (Barb) Allen, Jake & Bill; nieces, Beth (Darryl) Dreger, Jill and Lance (Tonya Toope); Kaye Walchuk, Holly Walchuk (Tom Anderson), Morgan (Chris) Gaetz, and Abbey (Cody) Hartell; JulieAnne (Ken) Wallewein, Riley and Reagan; nephew David (Mary Lou) Rowley, Adam and Laura and brother-in-law Gordon Loustel. He was predeceased by his parents, James & Elizabeth (Lancaster) Rowley; sister Mary Loustel; brother and sister-in-law, Harold & Thelma Rowley and brother, baby James. The Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at Frobisher Union Church, Frobisher, SK, with Sandy Dalziel officiating. Interment at the Frobisher Cemetery will follow, after which a lunch will be held at the church. Those wishing to make donations in Alex’s memory may do so directly to the Frobisher Union Church, Box 86, Frobisher, SK, S0C 0Y0 or to another charity of choice. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan. Alice Mary Gervais 1923 - 2016 Alice Gervais, late of Estevan, SK passed away at the St. Joseph's Special Care Home, Estevan, on Tuesday, July 5, 2016 at the age of 93 years. Alice will be lovingly remembered by her husband Joseph Gervais; daughter Jo-Ann Byers; grandson Corey Byers; sister Florence Winter; brother Lawrence (Sharon) Gervais; brother-in-law Ray Stewart, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Albert and Albertine Gervais; son-in-law Jack Byers; sisters, Helen Stewart and Bernadette (Andy) Jamieson and brother-in-law Dan Winter. A Funeral Mass was celebrated on Saturday, July 9, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. at St. John the Baptist R.C. Church, Estevan, with Rev. Brian Meredith presiding. Interment followed at Souris Valley Memorial Gardens, after which a luncheon was held in the church auditorium. Those so wishing may make donations to the New Estevan Regional Nursing Home, 1201 - 2nd Street, Estevan, SK, S4A 0M1 in Alice’s memory. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan. Wayne E. Davidson 1932- 2016 Wayne Davidson passed away peacefully in his sleep at St. Joseph's Long Term Care, Estevan, SK on July 4, 2016 at the age of 84 years. Wayne is survived by his wife, Elaine (Coombes); daughter, Karen (Randy) Gilchrist; sons, Arthur (Leslie-Anne) Davidson, Garth (Wendy) Davidson and James (Darlene) Davidson; grandchildren, Benjamin (Tanya) Gilchrist, Steven (Lisa) Gilchrist, Kevin Davidson, Scott Davidson, Melissa Davidson (John Dawson) and Janelle (Joshua) Norman; great grandchildren, Alaina Norman, Justina Gilchrist and Erin Norman; sisters, Yvonne Monteyne, Marilyn (Percy) Hill, Elaine (John) Dutchak and brother in law, Maurice Monteyne. Wayne was predeceased by his parents Cynthia and Clarence Davidson; sister Lorraine (Bud) Williams; sister in law Mae (Stan) McMullen and brother in law Edgar (Phyllis) Coombes. The Funeral Service was held on Thursday, July 7, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Estevan, with Pastor Stewart Miller officiating. Interment followed at Souris Valley Memorial Gardens. Lunch was held in the church social hall following the interment. Those wishing to make donations in Wayne’s memory may do so directly to St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation Inc, 1176 Nicholson Road, Estevan, SK, S4A 0H3. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan.
Sarah "Sally" Theresa Murray 1925 - 2015 Sally passed away peacefully on Saturday November 14, 2015 at Hillview Manor, Estevan, SK at the age of 90 years. Sally’s memory will be forever cherished by her children, Sharon (Norm) Puhl of London, Ont., Linda (Ed) Betnar of Estevan, Paul (Deb) Murray of Sherwood Park, Alta. and Tina (Mark) Neeb of London, Ont.; grandchildren, Kyle (Rebecca) Puhl, Corbin (Gail) Puhl, Jared Betnar, Erin Betnar, Danielle Murray (Nathan Doe), Nichole Murray and Simon Neeb; great grandchildren, Alex and Cameron Puhl, Jocelyn and Gavin Puhl and Sienna and Hayden Murray-Doe as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Bud; parents, Thor and Sina Haugen; 6 brothers, 3 sisters as well as numerous brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, July 14, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Hall Funeral Services, Estevan, with Sandy Dalziel officiating. Interment will follow at the Estevan City Cemetery, after which a luncheon will take place in the small hall at the Royal Canadian Legion, Estevan. Those wishing to make donations in Sally's memory may do so directly to Hillview Manor’s Pallative Care Fund, 1401 1st Street Estevan, SK, S4A 2W7. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan. IMLER - Kenneth George February 24, 1928 Viking, AB July 2, 2016-Calgary, AB Kenneth George Imler passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 2, 2016. Kenn was born in Viking, AB and lived a full life on his terms for most of his 88 years. His later years were a battle with cancer which Kenn fought as tenaciously as he did any opponent. He worked hard to become a recognized member of the oil field service industry in Alberta and Southern Saskatchewan, developing several businesses in Estevan, SK, Calgary, AB and Red Deer, AB. Former member and past president of B.P.O.E. (Elks), member of Oilfield Technical Society (OTS) Estevan and Calgary. Kenn is at rest with his dedicated wife, Ruth Irene Imler (nee Ellett). He often joked the stone should read, Ruth: “Lovingly Remembered,” Kenn: “Remembered.” He is survived by, four sons and four daughter-in-laws Gary and Cindy, Alan and Judy, Bart and Kathryn, Brad and Holly; left to carry the Imler torch are grandchildren, Kacie, Cole, Kelsey and Brian.Friends and acquaintances are invited to share memories at the Kensington Legion 264, 1910 Kensington Road N.W. on Thursday, July 21, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.Please forward condolences through www.hffs.com. The Imler family wishes to extend sincerest of thanks to the entire staff at both Intercare Chinook Care Centre and Chinook Hospice for their outstanding compassion.
Be Kind to the Environment – Please Recycle this Newspaper!
Long standing company is seeking an: Operations Manager Safety Manager QA/QC Manager We are looking for people who are community oriented and have strong leadership qualities. 15 years of experience in oilfield construction is required. Please email your resume / work history and an outline of what you feel you can bring to this new venture to:
huntley212@yahoo.com
All correspondence will be kept confidential.
Bridal Guide
Tannis Gorman & Arlen Harrison ..................... July 16, 2016 Kaitlyn Ward & Dallas McCauley ...................... July 16, 2016 Dionne Reed & Branden Barnstable ................ July 30, 2016 Stacey Henderson & Lutos Villanueva ............. July 30, 2016 Jessica Gould & Troy Gorgerat ..................... August 6, 2016 Teneille Dzuba & Richard Allen ................... August 13, 2016 Cassie Smith & Sam Howard ...................... August 13, 2016 Tonaya Marr & Scott McGregor................... August 20, 2016 Carly Hengen & Carter Walliser .................. August 20, 2016 Samantha Leier & Riley Hengen .............September 3, 2016 Elsha Daneluk & Colby Fessler ...............September 3, 2016 Leia Coleman & David Nelson.................September 3, 2016 Julie Matte & Riley Greening .................September 17, 2016 Kimberley Wilhelm & Tanner Dyck ........September 24, 2016 Lindsay Jacob & Matt Stepp .........................October 1, 2016 Jessi Henderson & Ryan Mittelholtz ................... March 2017 Jade Chipley & Ryan Biletsky............................. Spring 2017
Barriers removed for home-based food businesses The Food Safety regulations have been amended in Saskatchewan to remove barriers that will allow homeprocessed foods to be sold directly to consumers and retailers. The new regulations take effect on Aug. 1 of this year. The new set of laws are inspired by the cottage food laws crafted in the United States, and will permit homebased food processors to prepare low risk foods in their own homes for direct sale more broadly to the public or for re-sale by retail stores. Currently, this occurs only through venues such as farmers’ markets, community bake sales and fall suppers. “After hearing from many Saskatchewan residents who felt the old regulations were too restrictive, we made a commitment in the recent election campaign to make improvements,” said Health Minister Dustin Duncan. “Businesses that make safe, low-risk foods should not be penalized simply because they are based in their home. These regulations change that.” The regulations allow the sale of low-risk foods which are non-perishable foods that would normally
not require refrigeration such as breads, biscuits, cookies, pastries, pies, jams, jellies and candies. Meat or dairy products are considered higher risk and are not included in the items allowed for sale by home-based processors. “It’s our hope these changes will make things easier for existing home-based food businesses, as well as entrepreneurs that may want to start a new one,” Duncan said. “I want to thank the Saskatchewan residents who brought this idea forward to our government. The new regulations will require home food processors to take food safety training, ensure the water supply is safe, and to label their products so that consumers know their origin. The Ministry of Health will monitor the effectiveness of this approach and conduct further consultations with key stakeholders to determine if the sale of these food items should be expanded in the future. The amendments to the Food Safety Regulations will be the first in Canada to specifically address the operations of home-based food businesses. Most statedsin the United States have some form of home-based or cottage food laws.
CAREERS CORNING CO-OP GENERAL MANAGER The Corning Co-op invites applications for the position of General Manager in Corning, Saskatchewan. The Co-operative Retail System is a unique, multi-billion dollar organization based on the fundamentals of co-operation. It is comprised of a network of approximately 220 autonomous retail co-operatives across Western Canada along with their branch operations, and Federated Co-operatives Limited. FCL is the wholesaling / manufacturing arm of the Co-operatives Retail System, which provides the retail Co-op’s with a range of products and services. The successful candidate will be responsible to the Board of Directors for the administration, co-ordination, and control of all aspects of the business. This position will provide strong leadership to the Board and staff in planning, policy determination, and ensuring appropriate recourses are effectively in place to support the mission of the Co-op and its values: Locally Invested, Community-Minded and Lifetime Membership Benefits. Corning Co-op is looking for a candidate with the ability to work with the public in a professional and positive manner. The successful candidate will exemplify a team-based management approach through communication, consensus-building and feedback and will demonstrate leadership skills in motivation and encouraging others towards the accomplishment of the corporate mission and strategic direction. Ideally, the successful candidate will have retail experience in several commodities. The Corning Co-op deals with the following: Agro, Bulk Fuel and Petroleum Products as well as Hardware, Grocery and Lumber. The successful candidate will have demonstrated a positive performance in the retail industry with their experience and knowledge. The Corning Co-op offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package with one of the best Pension Plans in the industry. The Co-op Retail System offers an excellent training program and great opportunities for advancement. Please apply online or submit a detailed resume in confidence on or before August 31, 2016 to: Corning Co-op Box 130 Corning, SK S0G 0T0 daveneubergercc@hotmail.com Fax: (306) 224-4525
Brian Callfas Box 300 Glenavon, SK S0G 1Y0 blcallfas@sasktel.net
From large weddings to smaller intimate affairs. E.B.’s Dining Emporium Let us look after the catering
can make your Special Event a Day to Remember!
104 Souris Ave., Estevan
306-634-2356
From large weddings to smaller intimate affairs. Let us look after the catering
To Announce Your Upcoming Wedding For Free Call
306-634-2654