GEORGE WILLIAM FORSYTHE

March 17, 1927 – May 24, 2010

George Forsythe of Moose Jaw passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, May 24, 2010 after a courageous five year journey with cancer.  He was predeceased by his first wife, Ila (Johnston), sister, Berta Ayerst; brothers-in-law: Alex Gordon, Gordon Johnston and Kenneth Ayerst.  George is survived by his loving wife, Florence (Binner); sister, Edna Gordon; daughters: Betty (Doug) Hicks, Marilyn (Barry) Dies, and Sharon (David) Monseler; grandchildren: Carla Hicks (David Waldner), Dana (Gilles) Lajoie, Lyndon Hicks (Lisa Evans); Nathan Dies (Melanie Young), Leah Dies; Kevin Monseler, Derek Monseler, Christine (Steve) Lawson; great-grandchildren: Christopher, Matthew, Julia and Sean Lawson; and brother-in-law, Murray Johnston. He is also survived by Florence’s family: Dale (Loretta) Binner, Doug (Joanne) Binner, Kerry (Rod) Munroe, Donna Binner, Kelly Binner and their families, as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins and many cherished friends.  A Celebration of George’s Life will be held on Thursday, May 27, 2010 at 2p.m. at Minto United Church, 1036 – 7th Avenue N.W., Moose Jaw.  Reverend John Carley will officiate.  Memorialization will take place at Rosedale Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, In George’s memory, donations to the Moose Jaw Union Hospital Foundation or to Minto United Church will be appreciated.  In living memory of George, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.   


Guest Book

Lynne Guick - Manitoba: Florence & family so sorry to read of George's passing.  He will be greatly missed by his Minto Family.  You're in my thoughts and prayers.

Mary Louise Tanner -Appin, ON: We sincerely wish that we could be with you at this time.  Us kids always thought of George as an uncle as mom considered him the brother she never had.  Every time I think George I think of him laughing and that's how I will always remember him. 

Della Ferguson - Moose Jaw, SK: George, you are one of a kind and I will never forget you! Godspeed my friend!

Keith and Irene Hood - Mortlach: To all the Forsythe family. So sorry to hear of George's passing. I remember as a small girl walking with my brother over to his farm from my Dad's to see Mrs. Bert (George's mother) and to play with the Ayerst boys. Keeping you all close in our prayers and thoughts.

Stan and Marlene Boyko - Caron, SK: To all the family...sincerest sympathy in the loss of your dear George...we enjoyed visits with him...always so cheerful and full of fun.  Thinking of you all at this time.

Cheryl Weinheimer Doering - Saskatoon, SK: Betty, Marilyn and Sharon I am very sorry to hear about your Dad. My thoughts are with you at this time. As you know loosing a parent is never easy.  I always loved his laughs and joking around.

Sandra Wendt - Moose Jaw, SK: So sorry to read about your Dad's passing. I did not realize that this 'funny" guy that I saw at the ladies fastball games was your dad, Betty!. Out thoughts are with you at this "sad" time. Sandra and Paul

Shirley Tillie - Moose Jaw, SK: Deepest sympathy to you all. I remember as a teenager, a 4 H trail ride to your farm and an overnight sleep over. So much fun and such great hosts.

Dawn Luhning - Moose Jaw, SK: Flo and family - my thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Be strong together and remember the fun and happy times, forever...

Gordon and Sharon Anderson - Caron SK: Our condolences to George's family

Robert & Corliss Okerstrom - Moose Jaw, SK: Flo - sorry to hear the sad news of George's passing.  Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.  Always remember Mom and You getting ready for your wedding with George.

Judy Johnsen Edwards - Moose Jaw, SK: So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing, you will have lots of fond "fun" memories to cherish.

Lisa Lannan - Redcliff, AB: My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Rose Falconer - Moose Jaw, SK: My deepest sympathy to you Florence and family.  When I think of George it's his smile and his chuckle that come to mind. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Cathy (Ceaser) Addison - Tobermory, ON: On behalf of the Elmer Ceaser family, our deepest sympathy to the "girls" and the rest of the families. We will always remember George for the laughter he brought to all. We are sorry we "girls" couldn't get the connections to travel to Moose Jaw to be with you all today. We have never forgot the comfort your family brought to our family when Mom died suddenly.  Sorry we couldn't be in attendance today; however we are thinking of you all...."RIP" George

Shirley & Mervyn Kobe - Port Elgin, ON:  Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time and remembering the wonderful visit we had with you all in the fall of 200l. Our sincere sympathy.


Gladys MacDonald - Moose Jaw, SK: George will be remembered by his many friends for his sense of humour, his friendly ways and his zest for life.

David & Ruth Murray - Owen Sound,ON: Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time We had many enjoyable visits with George over the years he will be greatly missed.

Lloyd and Darla Spicer - Moose Jaw, SK: To all the Forsythe Family;  Our condolences in the loss of George.  What a lovely man he was.  Always so cheerful and happy.  May the many wonderful memories you have sustain you during this difficult time.  You are in our thoughts and prayers. 

Janice & Gary Stirling - Mortlach, SK: Forsythe/Binner families: Sorry for the loss of your father/husband/grandfather. George will be fondly remembered for the twinkle in his eyes, his big smile and his hardy laugh/chuckle!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Gordon Johnson - Moose Jaw, SK: Dear Florence & Family, On behalf of the Minto Men's Club, I want to extend to you and the family our heartfelt sympathy.  He was an integral part of the club and he will be missed.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Mary Allen - Moose Jaw SK: My deepest condolence to Florence and familys

Shareen and Dan MacKay - Moose Jaw, SK: What a loss of a true gentleman....his twinkling eyes and broad smile will certainly be missed at Minto United Church.  Please know that you are held up in prayer.

Guy Holeksa - North Vancouver, BC: Betty, Marilyn, Sharon & Florence,  I am very sorry for your loss.  "Uncle George", as I have always known him, was a wonderful person, and it is only now that I realize that he wasn't actually an uncle.  I will have to forget that I figured that out, or just think that he was better than an uncle.  As children, we had great visits and dinners at the family farm.  George had the oldest snowmobile I have ever seen.  I hope it is in a museum now.  George was the essence of the phrase "Don't worry, be happy."  We are all better for having had him in our lives.

Willis & Cheryl Wingert - Moose Jaw, SK: George was a wonderful man. We will always remember his cheerfulness and his laugh/chuckle. Everyone will miss him. With our deepest sympathy to the Family.

Maureen Jaques (nee Ogibowski) - Mississauga, ON: Dear Florence, I was so sorry to hear of George's passing. My thoughts are with you and the family. Take care, you are remembered.  Maureen & Family

Al and Jean Long - St.Albert, AB: We're so sorry to hear about George. Thinking back 50 years or so, I remember all of us 6 kids getting so excited as George and Ila drove in to the yard for a visit. It would be an hour of teasing us and laughing. Almost 50 years later, I still looked forward to seeing George. It still would be an hour of teasing and laughing. We all have so many great memories. Thanks George


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