ELLEN ESMOND

Ellen Elizabeth Esmond of Tugaske, Saskatchewan, passed away peacefully at the Weyburn Special Care Home Tuesday, September 16, 2008 at the age of 91 years. Ellen was born in Bridgeford, Saskatchewan on June 4, 1917. She married Arthur Esmond in 1937. They farmed, raised animals, painted many of the homes in Tugaske and surrounding area, and were both janitors at the Eyebrow School from 1975-1982. They retired from farming in 1971. Ellen resided in their home in Tugaske until May 2008 when she moved to the Weyburn Special Care Home. Ellen is sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her children, Wayne (Sandra), Ron (Judy), Don, Doreen Langton, Lauretta (Bill) Gooding, Perry (Wendy); sisters Josephine Larsen, Freda (Walter) Manz, Alice (Gordon) McGowan; brother Victor Larsen; sister-in-law Violet Buchanan and numerous grandchildren of three generations, nieces, nephews and friends. Ellen was predeceased by her husband Arthur Esmond; parents Laurits and Violet Larsen; sisters Rose Sjodin and Beatrice Mayer; brother Archie Larsen; grandson Colin Arthur Langton; sisters-in-law Daisy Fritshaw ; brothers-in-law Len Manz, Elmer Sjodin and Benny Buchanan. The Funeral Service will be held at the Tugaske Community Hall on Thursday September 25, 2008 at 2:00 pm.  Reverend Rick McCorrister will officiate.  Interment will follow at the Tugaske Cemetery.  Memorials to the Canadian Cancer Society or charity of one's choice would be appreciated.  In living memory of Ellen, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W.J.Jones & Son Funeral Home.   

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Patty Fernell - Moose Jaw, SK: So sorry to hear about the loss of you Mom and Grandma. You are in my thoughts and prayers, and I send hugs to you all.

Carol (Atkinson) Coutts - Regina, SK: My thoughts are with you - No matter what the age or circumstances, it is difficult to lose your Mother. Sincere sympathy to the family, Carol

Paula Swain (Wilder) - Moose Jaw, SK: Those we love remain with us, for love it's self lives on. Cherished memories never fade, because one loved is never gone. Those we love can never be more than a thought apart, for as long as there's a memory, they live on in our heart.... Aunt Ellen your forever in my heart.

Lisa McRoberts - Moose Jaw, SK: Sorry about your loss. Will miss you Aunt Ellen! My thoughts are with you.

Eileen Farr - Courtenay BC: So sorry to here of Aunt Ellen's passing, it is hard for us all. I just like to think of all the good times we had over the years also all the adventures of her & my Mom.  They should have written a book. My thoughts are with you even if I can't be there . Take one day at a time. Love Eileen

Meranda Yonge - Regina, SK: I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Ellen.  You are all in my thought and prayers.  I just wanted you to know I am thinking of you all at this time.

Cindy Farr - Courtenay, BC: So sorry to hear of Aunt Ellen' s passing. Love and thoughts are with all of you at this sad time. Love Cindy and family. oxox

Verna Buchanan - Calgary, AB: Sorry to hear of Aunt Ellen's passing.  She leaves us now with precious memories. We will miss her........love Verna

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