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Fotheringham Funeral Service staff are Saskatchewan Licensed Embalmers and / or Funeral Directors We understand how difficult it is to lose a loved one.

Our compassionate and caring team work hard each and every day to make sure that the members of our community and beyond are taken care of during such a difficult time. For advice on what to do when a loved one is dying, making funeral arrangements, pre-arranging your own funeral, or anything else, please feel free to contact us, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

05/27/2026

HALLBORG: Margaret Maxine (nee Parks)
April 6, 1933 – May 26, 2026

Born to Cecil William Parks and Ina Bell (nee Janes) near Secretan, Saskatchewan on April 6th, 1933. Not long after, the family moved to Rabbit Lake, Saskatchewan. She was predeceased by her parents, husband Russell, siblings Raymond, Josephine, Lyle, Wesley, Hazel, Nora, Cecil, Patricia, Gordon, Dorothy and Darlene, and grandson Corey Wayne Harding.
Maxine always told stories of her trips to school on the horses, cleaning the Pleasantsite School for a nickel, or when she would hit the boys over the head with her lunch pail. She would share her stories of racing her horse Ranger with her peers, and their adventures fishing and life on a homestead in the years following the Great Depression.
On August 3, 1957, she married the love of her life, Russell Douglas Hallborg on a trip to Phillips, Montana. From there, they followed Russell’s career of managing Grain Elevators for the Saskatchewan Wheat Pool. Along the way, they grew a family – Murray, Randall, Sherry, Rodney and Stuart, before settling down in Watrous. In Watrous, Maxine worked for the Bakery, the Esso, and eventually the Long Lake School Division, retiring celebrating nearly 20 years of ensuring the facilities were spotless.
Maxine epitomized a strong, hardworking mother who not only helped raise her younger siblings after the early passing of her parents, but to go on and raise a family of her own, offering to look after the grandchildren, great grandchildren, and the many grand-pups throughout the years.
As requested, there will be no funeral or service. In her notes, she had written “If by chance you wish to remember me, do it with a kind word or deed to someone who needs you … If you do as I have asked, I will live forever”.
She is survived by her children, Murray (Olga), Randall, Rodney, Sherry (Doug) and Stuart (Tammy), her grandchildren, Brandon (Brittany), Devin (Carlene), Angela (Sean), Melanie (Gordie), Dustin, Sydney (Walker), and Elizabeth. She is also survived by her great grand children – Chase, Chloe, Abbigail, Brantley, Hunter, Tanner, Kiera, and Jordyn (Ed), along with many other family members near and far.

“So remember this my darling
For it is very true.
If ever you’re apart from me,
I’ll search till I find you”.
- Heather Patricia Ward
I Promise I’ll Find You

A private family gathering has taken place at the Watrous Funeral Home, Fotheringham Chapel. Interment will take place near Meeting Lake at a later date. For online condolences or to make a donation to the Alzheimer Society of SK, please visit:
https://fotheringham-mcdougall.com/book-of-memories/5716413/Hallborg-Margaret/index.php

05/25/2026

GRUND, Rhonda Joan
October 10, 1953 - May 24, 2026

Rhonda Joan Grund (nee Ellams) , aged 72 years, of Watrous passed away peacefully at her Residence in Watrous SK on Sunday, May 24th, 2026.
Rhonda was born in Watrous on October 10th, 1953. She attended Simpson School. Rhonda's first job was helping with the Simpson telephone exchange which her parents James and Lillian operated from 1966 - 1972. In 1975 Rhonda started as an educational assistant in Imperial, then later moved to Simpson where she continued to work as an educational assistant until the Simpson School closed. Then she transferred to the Watrous School where she worked until she retired after 35 years. This job was so important to her as she loved working with children.
Rhonda married Rodney Grund in Simpson, SK on April 4th, 1970. Soon after they started their family on September 16th, 1970 when Brian Rodney Grund was born, followed by Sharla Marie Taylor on June 20th, 1972, Michael James Grund on December 2nd, 1974 and Aaron Peter Grund on June 26th, 1983.
There are so many things we could say about Rhonda. Let's start with her love of her family. Her children and grandchildren were her whole life, her greatest joy. Some of her favourite past times were sewing, knitting, cooking, and baking, just to name a few. In her younger years, Rhonda enjoyed playing ball and curling. After retirement her love of sports continued by watching her favourites on TV. Rhonda was happy joining Rodney where all his jobs would take them. After 35 years in their Simpson home, in 2021 Rodney suffered a stroke. Their final move took them to Watrous where Rhonda was Rodney's main caregiver. While living in Watrous, her true social butterfly came out with many visits uptown.
Rhonda is survived by her husband of 56 years, Rodney Grund, their children Brian (Kristi) Grund, Sharla (Dean) Taylor, Michael (Tracy) Grund; their grandchildren Dacy (Alec), Abby and Jenna, (Brian and Kristi); Tyson and Brayden , (Sharla and Dean), Aubrey and Kellan (Michael and Tracy), her brother Jim Ellams, her sisters Brenda Ellams, Donna (Ken) Harding, brother in law, Stan Sivertson, in-law family Gary (Cheryl) Grund, Charlene Grund and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her parents James and Lillian Ellams, her son Aaron Peter Grund, her sisters Judy (Don) Smith, and Terry Sivertson plus Rudy and Betty Grund.
Rhonda's family wishes to thank the amazing girls at Watrous Home Care.
A private family interment will take place at Simpson Cemetery. Followed by an open public lunch and fellowship at 3:30 at Simpson Hall. Memorial donations directed to Simpson Cemetery and the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. To leave online condolences, tributes or to make a donation, please visit: www.watrousfuneralhome.ca

05/08/2026

MOHAGEN: Lucy (Alaesea Amelia)

“Lucy” Alaesea Amelia was born to Rupert and Anna Hofmann on June 21, 1941 near Spalding, SK. She was the middle child of seven.
Lucy married Bryan Mohagen June 30, 1962 in Prince Albert, SK. From this union, they had two sons, Robin and Ryan.
Through the years, apart from being a systems analyst with the Colonsay Mine, Lucy also enjoyed golfing, curling and gardening. She was on the Arts Council, Library Board and Investment Club.
Lucy was predeceased by her husband, Bryan, her parents Rupert and Anna, and siblings Mary, Anna, and Johnny. She is survived by her sons Robin (Nicole) and Ryan (Linda) and their boys, Luke and Max, along with siblings Hermene, Rita and Robert, along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Lucy Mohagen, aged 84 years, of Watrous passed away at Watrous District Health Complex, Watrous, SK on Wednesday, May 6th, 2026. The Memorial service will take place at St. Ann's Roman Cathoilic Church, Watrous, SK on Tuesday, May 12th, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will take place in Watrous Cemetery. For online condolences, tributes or to make a donation to the Cancer Foundation of Sasktachewan or The Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan in Lucy's memory, please visit: https://fotheringham-mcdougall.com/book-of-memories/5710774/Mohagen-Alaesea/index.php

04/30/2026

MARCISZYN: Joseph Bryan
November 3, 1960 - April 28, 2026

Bryan Marciszyn passed away at his residence in Manitou Beach, SK on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at the age of 65 years.

A Potluck Party in the Park will be held at Wellington Park, Manitou Beach, SK on Sunday, May 3, 2026 from 12 - 5 p.m.
Please bring your own lawn chair and something to contribute to the potluck. Everyone Welcome!

An obituary will be added to this post in the near future. Arrangements in care of Watrous Funeral Home Ltd.

For online condolences, please visit: https://fotheringham-mcdougall.com/book-of-memories/5708975/Marcizyn-Joseph/index.php

04/26/2026

DREBIT: ROSE ANN (Nee Yaremko)
September 3, 1936 - April 25, 2026

Rose Drebit, aged 89 years, passed away at Manitou Lodge / Watrous District Health Complex, Watrous, SK on Saturday, April 25th, 2026 .
The Celebration of Life service will take place at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Saskatoon, SK on Thursday, September 3rd, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery.
For online condolences, tributes or to make a donation to either the St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Building Fund (436 Spadina Cres. E., Saskatoon, SK S7K 3G6) or Ronald McDonald House (1011 University Dr.Saskatoon, SK S7N 0K4) in Rose Drebit's memory, please visit: https://fotheringham-mcdougall.com/book-of-memories/5707742/Drebit-Rose/index.php

04/15/2026

KOWALSKI: Joanne Cora
January 29, 1953 - April 13, 2026

Joanne Cora Kowalski (Beatty) passed away on April 13, 2026 at Royal University Hospital, Saskatoon, SK. at the age of 73 years.
Joanne was born on January 29, 1953 in Saskatoon, SK and grew up on the family farm before moving to Watrous in 1968. She attended Watrous Elementary School and Winston High School in Watrous. Joanne obtained a BSA and MSc in Ag Extension from the U of S.
Joanne married Ed Kowalski on August 27, 1977. They were married for 48 years until Ed's passing in 2025. She was predeceased by her brother Blaire in 1983, her father Guy in 1992, and mother Georgina in 2015. Joanne is survived by her brother Robert (Cindy), niece Meaghan, nephew Michael (Rosie) and their children Gracelyn, Bohen and Barrett.
A Celebration of Life Service will take place at Watrous United Church on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Interment will take place in the Watrous Cemetery.
For online condolences or to make a donation to the Watrous Manitou Beach Heritage Centre in Joanne's memory, please visit:
https://fotheringham-mcdougall.com/book-of-memories/5704243/Kowalski-Joanne/index.php

04/07/2026

PATZER: Albert
January 27, 1941 - April 5, 2026

*** PLEASE NOTE SERVICE TIME CHANGE ***
Funeral Service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, 2026 in the Nokomis Baptist Church. (Previously announced as 2:30 p.m.)

Surrounded by love, Albert Patzer passed away peacefully into the arms of his Saviour at age 85 on Sunday, April 5, 2026, at the Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. He leaves behind a lifetime of memories cherished by all who knew him.

Albert was born in his family’s housebarn near Lockwood, Saskatchewan, on January 27, 1941. He was the youngest of three children born to Mary (Schmunk) and David Patzer. When he was six months old, the family moved to a new farm east of Lockwood, where he remained until his death.

As a child, Albert attended Howat School and later high school in Lockwood, leaving after ninth grade to help on the farm. Albert later purchased Howat School and used the exterior to build his workshop. Albert had many jobs over his lifetime. He helped build roads for the R.M., hauled livestock throughout the prairie provinces, and purchased cattle for Poundmaker--delivering the first load of cattle to the new facility. Throughout it all, farming remained his lifelong occupation and the foundation of his work. He was still feeding calves the day before he passed.

On June 27, 1964, he married Marianne Kehler. The two met a couple of years prior when Marianne was waiting for her sisters to finish work at an ice cream stand at Manitou Beach. They started a family and welcomed their daughter, Peggy, in December of 1965, followed by their son, Gerald, in August of 1968. The family of four lived together in a small home with no running water. In 1975, they built a new home a few meters away. In March of 1983, they welcomed a son, Randy, and in April of 1997, their granddaughter, Katarina.

Outside of work and raising a family, Albert pursued a variety of hobbies, including tractor pulling (farmstock, vintage, four-wheel-drive trucks), snowmobile racing, and hockey. He was particularly good at target shooting and in 1978 represented Saskatchewan at the national event in Kitchener, Ontario. As time went on, he enjoyed going to Nokomis every morning for coffee with his friends, attending auctions and flea markets, and, most importantly, collecting John Deere memorabilia. Albert participated in numerous clubs and organizations. He was on the Lockwood Wheat Pool Committee, a member of the Nokomis Gun Club, Scattered Spokes Antique Car Club, Touchwood Hills Wildlife Federation, and president of the Nokomis Agricultural Society. He was instrumental in implementing the tractor-pulling events at the Nokomis Fair. Albert loved music, particularly country and gospel, and was a big fan of Johnny Cash. Due to his failing eyesight, he was unable to continue many of his hobbies.

Church was a very important part of Albert’s life. He was initially a member of the Lockwood Baptist Church and later the Nokomis Baptist Church, where he held various positions. After church services, one of Albert’s favourite things to do was to take his family on a slow Sunday drive, often ending up at Manitou Beach.

Albert will be missed by his loving wife, Marianne; daughter Peggy Patzer; sons Gerald and Randy Patzer; granddaughter Katarina Ewert; and sister Ida Graves. Also mourning his loss are sisters-in-law Judy Wilkie, Sylvia Siemens, Carol (Steve) Quiring, and Gail Kehler; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

He was predeceased by his father, David, in 1986, his mother, Mary, in 1992, and his sister Lila Neufeld in 2021. As well as brothers-in-law Horst Ross, Darold Graves, Paul Kehler, Jakie Siemens, and Wilfred Wilkie.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Nokomis Baptist Church on Saturday, April 11th, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Private Family Interment will take place in Lockwood Cemetery prior to the service.

The family would like to thank everyone for their support, including the wonderful staff at RUH for the compassionate care Albert received.

For online condolences, tributes or to make a donation to Nokomis Baptist Church in Albert's memory please visit: fotheringham-mcdougall.com/book-of-memories/5702287/patzer-albert/index.php

04/06/2026

KUCHER: Alexander
March 11, 1933 - April 3, 2026

Alex was born on March 11, 1933, to Ukrainian immigrants Steve and Helen (Yaremchuk) Kucher.
The Kucher’s and Yaremchuk’s settled on ½ section of land that was Richland School property (Where the children went to school). When WWII ended, they were told the government would be renting to any returning soldiers, any land that was owned by the school. The Kucher purchased the farm three miles west of Watrous.
As a young man – one of his first jobs off the farm – was at the Watrous Bakery. He always said how on weekends other young people his age would be going home from a dance in the wee morning hours and he would be going to work! In recent years, stopping for a cream filled long john and a coffee at that same bakery was the ideal way to end an afternoon of country cruising.
There was a variation of jobs that he tried in his younger days – from seismic work, BC logging camps, mechanic work at Ronning’s garage to owning and operating the R-Y Garage with his brother Andrew. He ended with 25 years at the Colonsay Potash Mine in 1998.
Not all his time was spent working in his younger days. He enjoyed snow mobiling, boating, camping, fishing – when he discovered the lake country of Northern SK– especially the Lac LaRonge area – he was hooked and always looked forward to going back. In recent years when mobility was becoming more of an issue, he was content just going for a drive in the countryside.

Alex lived many years at Manitou Beach and in 2004, he and Doreen moved to Watrous – many hours were spent in their backyard just enjoying a cup of coffee and the flowers, the birds and the neighbourhood squirrel who would come to visit.
Coffee was important – whether it was a t the local café or at home with family. It always seemed to include though some teasing with his trusty cane – especially the younger generation - recent years Abi and Lily were at the end of that teasing, but Alex might have finally met his match!
I always said it’ll be a sad day when the teasing and joking stops – well, it has stopped and on April 3rd, it was a sad day. He is gone now from our lives, but never from our hearts.
Alex was predeceased by his parents, Steven and Helen; all his siblings: Andrew, Anne, Lillian, Jean, and Vera; nephew Dennis Woiden and niece Cynthia Fullerton.
Left to cherish his memories are his partner of 24 years, Doreen Keller; both his and Doreen’s nieces and nephews and their families as well as Doreen’s children and their families.
As per his request, there will be no service. A private family interment will follow in the Watrous Cemetery at a later date.
For online condolences or to make a donation to the Salvation Army or Watrous and District Health Complex, please visit:
https://fotheringham-mcdougallfuneralservice.frontrunnerpro.com/book-of-memories/5701782/Alexander-Kucher/index.php

03/19/2026

KIRSCHMAN: Shirley Ann
October 8, 1937 - March 17, 2026

Shirley Ann Kirschman. aged 88 years of Nokomis, SK passed away at Humboldt District Health Complex Humboldt SK on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026 .
The Private Family Graveside Service and Interment will take place at Nokomis Cemetery Nokomis, SK on Friday, March 20th, 2026 .
Donations in Shirley Kirschman's Memory can be made to the Nokomis Legion Poppy Fund c/o Box 104 Nokkomis, SK S0G 3r0. For online condolences or tributes , please visit: https://fotheringham-mcdougall.com/book-of-memories/5696640/Kirschman-Shirley/index.php

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