JEAN LEIGHTON

Jean Leighton of Chez Nous Moose Jaw passed away on Sunday January 24, 2010 at the age of 87 years. Jean grew up in the Chamberlain District. She moved to Moose Jaw were she worked at the Canadian Forces Base for the DND for over 30 years. She always enjoyed travelling and visited many places around the world. Jena also enjoyed sewing, knitting, reading and crafts of all kinds. She especially loved walking. Jean belonged to the Cosmos, Moose Jaw and District Seniors and FSNA. Jean is predeceased by her parents Joseph and Elizabeth Leighton, sister Violet Sathem and nephew Terry Bjolverud. She is survived by her brother Ross Leighton – Moose Jaw; sisters Iola Bjolverud – Moose Jaw, Reta Farr – Saskatoon; many nieces, nephews and countless friends. The Funeral Service will be held at W.J.Jones & Son Chapel, 106 Athabasca St. E., on Saturday January 30, 2010 at 11:00 am.  Linda Owens will officiate. Memorialization will take place at Prairie Memorial Columbarium at a later date. For those wishing memorial donations may be directed to the Canadian Cancer Society, 61B Ross St. W., Moose Jaw, S6H 2M2 or the charity of one’s choice. In living memory of Jean, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W.J.Jones & Son Funeral Home.

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Faye Helmerson - Regina, SK: Condolences to the Leighton family on the death of Jean.  Jean was a good neighbour to my Mother, Marie Richardson, when they both lived on 3rd floor at the Rosewood - a muffin or piece of cake was found at the door many times when it was opened in the morning.  Jean also made many trips to visit my Mother and others she knew in hospital, walking many steps to bring HER light to these people. May she rest in peace.

Gordon McPherson - Kamlooops, BC: Condolences to the Leighton family from Gordon and Dolores McPherson

Clara Stearns: Iola Bjolverud and Leighton Family, Condolences to you and your family.

Betty Browne -  Moose Jaw, SK: Another angel earns her wings. Jean was a great friend and neighbour at Rosewood. Our history goes back to Chamberlain days and we had many good times reminiscing. Jean was a very giving friend and I missed her when she moved. My most sincere sympathy to all the family. 

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