Sixty seniors turn out for picnic supper

man Northcott and Kent Morton winning with a 32. Placing second with a score of 33 was the Bernie Gregoire team with Elsa McGregor, Marcelle Duhaime and Eric Callbeck. We had 19 out to enjoy the fresh air and an enjoyable time.

So good to have fresh vegetables from the garden or a farmers market. We are currently enjoying the peas and carrots as well as the Swiss chard and spinach. Our cook hasn’t taken on the zucchini yet but still holding out hope.

The new marina complex to the southwest of town continues on schedule. The drag lines are dragging slightly inland at the site. Eventually, piles and cement will delineate the new water body. It’s difficult to think that a new community the size of Meota is being created.

It’s sad to see our longtime friends the DaSilvas are leaving us. Hopefully, Saskatoon is good to you and you will be missed.

The social activities for last week saw an excellent turnout for canasta.

Twenty-three people took part with top score going to Nestor Fransoo and Allan Sayers. In second were Carol Huys and Gail Hilderman and third were Dave Sayers and Bev McCrimmon.

By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

Winning the cash for the Borden Lions Chase the Ace Aug. 3 was Karen Buckingham. The Ace was not drawn so the jackpot is growing to over $2,700. Tickets can be bought in Borden at the Village office, Roadside Inn or from Bev Assman or by e-transfer to bordenlionsraffle@ gmail.com

Winning the 50/50 at the farmers market Aug. 4 was Sandra Long.

The Borden Friendship Club held their monthly potluck supper on July 27 at the acreage of Ed and Dianne Rawlyk, just a mile out of Borden. The club supplied the burgers, wieners and buns along with cupcakes for desserts, and the close to 60 members attending brought a great variety of delicious salads. The supper was held outdoors in their beautiful backyard. Thanks to Ed and Dianne for hosting the event and to any who helped with setting up. Happy Birthday was sung to those celebrating in July – Ron Bezugly, Ann Lennon, Jean Brooke, Laura Loeppky, Gary Palmer and and Churchbridge. Playing music for the afternoon were the Winchester Band and Ukrainian Connection and many raffle prizes were handed out. The main raffle prizes awarded by the show committee were an electric bike going to Warman and a bar fridge and Ninja air fryer going to Saskatoon. There were 22 categories with trophies awarded to the winning vehicles in each decade spanning. The Radisson Lakeland Library had a book sale and the Communiplex Committee sold burgers, hot dogs, beverages, pie and ice cream and were kept busy as there were many in attendance.

Glenn Skarra. Entertaining before and after the meal were Ed Neufeld playing guitar and Bob Wardhaugh on keyboard or accordion. Singing along with Bob and Ed was Archie Wainwright.

The August potluck supper will be on Aug. 31 in the Borden Community Centre at 5:45 p.m.

At the Radisson Show and Shine held July 30, there were 137 vehicles (cars trucks and tractors) and 25 snowmobiles registered but overall there were about 175 on display. David Ruzesky, in charge of the vintage snowmobiles, recognized those travelling from Edmonton, Alta.

COLLIAR: Mr. Robert (Bob) Colliar resident of Harwood Manor, North Battleford, SK passed away with family by his side on Monday, July 31, 2023, at the age of 93 years.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Meota Community Complex at 11:00 am August 12, 2023. In lieu of flowers memorial donations in memory of Mr. Bob Colliar can be made to the Battleford’s Union Hospital Foundation – Box 1358 North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8 or the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame – Box 1388 Battleford, SK S0M 0E0. Condolences for the family can be made at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium – Vanessa Macnab Funeral Director

CHOMICKI: Myron Chomicki passed away on August 1st, 2023 in North Battleford at the age of 95. He was born in Rosthern, SK on July 4th, 1928. Myron was the first son of Lucas Louie and Olena Helen (née Dmytrowich) Chomicki. He grew up on a farm near Redfield, SK with his younger siblings, Helen (Kindrachuk) and Bill, and lived with his older half-sisters Mary (Chaika), Nettie, and half-brother, Peter. His older half-siblings, Walter and Anne (Shumlich) had already moved away from home; all of his half-siblings predeceased him. When his father passed away in 1947, Myron became the man of the house and took up the plow with his team of horses to work the family homestead. He married the love of his life, Olga (née Swityk) in 1953 and they were blessed with a son, August (Gus) and a daughter, Cheryl (Schick). Tragedy struck in 1962 when Olga passed away suddenly leaving Myron a widower with two young children. His extended family, especially his mother, helped him to raise Gus and Cheryl in his time of grief. Myron worked hard to provide for them, for in addition to farming, he worked as a grain buyer and bartender. They were never wealthy, but Myron modelled the values of hard work, determination, and resilience, which he passed on to his children and grandchildren. The jewels in his crown were his five grandchildren: Dr. Sarah Chomicki (Dr. Henry Bi), Trevor Schick, Vanessa Chomicki, Dr. Kaitlyn Schick (Matthew Schneider), and Matthew Chomicki whom he loved and enjoyed babysitting, teasing, and playing cards with. In his later years, his three great-grandchildren: Violet Bi, Oliver Bi, and Owen Schneider brought the biggest smile to his face. Myron never remarried, but always seemed to need a woman to help take care of him, so he had a few girlfriends over the years including Ellen Treen and Ruth Whitwell who have both since passed. Myron’s greatest wish was to remain in his own home and his family rallied around him to fulfill that wish. Although his memory started to fail, the support of his children and grandchildren kept him from falling into loneliness and despair. He went to the Day Program at River Heights Lodge three days per week to play cards and socialize and there were never enough people there for him. He was so proud to be ninety-five years old and to see “four generations” sitting around the table with him. We will miss his laughter and larger-than-life personality that filled every room where we gathered together. A Celebration of Myron’s life was held Saturday, August 5, 2023 ~ 10:00 a.m. at All Saints Ukrainian Catholic Church, North Battleford, SK with Father Leonid Malkov as officiant. For those unable to attend the service a recorded version has been posted at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca. Memorial donations in memory of Myron can be made to the River Heights Lodge Day Program – 2001 99st North Battleford, SK S9A 0S3. Condolences can be left at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium – Vanessa Macnab Funeral Director.

COCHRAN: Donald Wayne Cochran passed away peacefully on July 31, 2023 at the Saskatoon Convalescent Home. He passed while holding the hand of his loving wife, Louise. A beloved husband, father and friend to everyone he met. He was an honest and caring individual who never met a stranger. Don was born February 21, 1936, in Hanna Alberta and attended the University of Saskatchewan where he met the love of his life, Louise. Together they walked through life sharing both the burdens and joys. They raised their children in Saskatoon and later moved to North Battleford, Turtleford and eventually settled in Radisson. During his senior years, Don enjoyed wood working and visiting with friends often hosting dinner at their home. Don was well known for his engaging smile and always being a gentleman. Donald was predeceased by his mother Bernice, his father Percy and his stepmother Dorothy; his brothers Gordon, William, Robert, and James. He was survived by his wife, Louise and their three children Paul Cochran and wife Rosemary Spurll and their children Rafael Munoz and his partner Courtney Ackland and Gaun Cochran and his wife Chen-Wen Tsai; Murney Rinholm and her husband Brent and their children Ty Rinholm and wife Courtney Dupper and Atle Rinholm; Guan Cochran and wife Holly. A Celebration of Don’s Life was held Thursday, August 3, 2023 at 2:00 pm at the Edwards Family Center, Saskatoon. Memorial donations in Don’s memory may be directed to Emanuel Syndrome at www.emanuelsyndrome.org. To share memories and condolences, please visit www.saskatoonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are in care of Saskatoon Funeral Home (306244-5577).

PICHÉ: Patricia Margaret Piché was born on February 5th, 1948 in Gravelbourg, SK, and passed away on June 27th, 2023 in North Battleford, at the age of 75. Patricia is survived by her mother Elizabeth Piché, her siblings Robert (Bob) and Darlene Piché and their children Chad (Precillia) Piche and Carlie Piché (Jason) Schauenberg, Linda (Syl) Yaskowich and their children Lisa Yaskowich, Cari (Brian) DesGagnes, Daniel (Maddie) Yaskowich, Yvette (Damon) Syrota and Andrea (Ryan) Plumb, Elizabeth (Betty) and Rick Sehn and their children Lloyd (Roanna) Sehn, Renee (Joey) Thoms, and Amie (Kyle) Whitehead, Laurie and George Kotun and their children Samantha (Austin) Abramson, and Jake Kotun, 20 great nieces and nephews, as well as aunts, uncles and cousins. Patricia was predeceased by her father Jean Piché, her grand parents Robert and Sarah Piché, and Robert and Libbie Scoular. A celebration of life for Patricia will be held Saturday, August 19, 2023 at 2:00 PM at St. Joseph Catholic Church, North Battleford, SK. Following the celebration of life will be dainties & fellowship at Battlefords Wildlife Federation, Hwy 16, North Battleford, SK.

MACKINNON: Dr. David MacKinnon, age 67 years. Mother Nature called David home the evening of July 30, 2023. His spouse, Patricia (Pat) Bauer was blessed to be by his side. Pat, and all those who cared and loved him share in the profound sadness of his departure, knowing his presence will be there to guide us as we find our way over time. As per David’s wishes, he was cremated on August 3, 2023 and no formal service will be held. A gathering of his loved ones along with his beloved feline and canine friends to be held at a later date. Guffy, Stubby and Ella will be there to watch over their mates! For those who cared, loved and were blessed to connect with David over his 67 years, be encouraged, in his memory, to plant a tree (he planted many and loved them); be kind; make music; save and adopt a pet or make a contribution to the Battlefords Humane Society; buy or share a book with a kid (as a human and a psychologist, he valued books, reading and learning and his past project, Books in Every Home, was so important to him!); help someone to lift them up; take time and care to listen to those who need to be heard and appreciate the uniqueness in everyone. We love you. You will be missed and remembered everyday. Kihtwam; until we meet again. Condolences and memories for the family can be left at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium – Vanessa Macnab Funeral Director.

In Memory of Julian Goyan September 25, 1941August 11, 2022

On the morning of August 11th my dad found himself walking around the yard in no pain and without his walker. Just as he was walking over to the shop to see how Curtis was coming along with the combine (as harvest was approaching fast), he noticed Curtis driving across the yard and Mom calling him into the house. At this point Dad thought, “well I’m feeling great this morning so I’m gonna go for a walk, and I’ll catch up with everyone later.” As he headed down the road, a vehicle sped past him towards the farm. He waved and shook his head thinking, “Gee Darc is in a real hurry this morning. I hope Jim has his seatbelt on.” Walking along he couldn’t get over how alive he felt, he picked up a stone and skipped it right across the entire pond. He then took a right and headed down the backroad. Before long he was near the ball diamonds and he heard laughter, yelling and the crack of a bat. The voices sounded familiar but he wasn’t sure until Al hollared, “Get over here, Julian, and hit us a home run, Oliver’s on 2nd and Spak’s on 3rd.” He smiled, flexed his muscles and suited up. He helped the boys finish the game with a win and they all celebrated sitting on the bench drinking a cool one. Soon after he continued on his walk as he knew there was much more to do and see. Walking past the grain elevator brought back some early memories of hard work, sweat and determination. It wasn’t long before he could see the Whitkow bar. However, on his right he heard music and laughter so that’s where he headed. He found himself walking up the wooden steps of the Whitkow Hall, and boy was there a party going on in there. He thought, “hey why wasn’t I invited!!” As he was about to open the doors at the top of the stairs, they flew wide open. There was a pillow of smoke and then the smell of whiskey, perogies, hair grease, sausage, cigars and love. Before he realized it someone had picked him up giving him a huge bear hug yelling in his ear “I missed you friend, I missed you!!” It is when Dad finally had a chance to focus that he realized he was home. As that friend was his buddy Dennis. When Dennis turned towards all the people dancing and singing, Julian saw his uncle Uhan spreading the dancing dust. Dennis proceeded to hollar “Look who’s come home!” “It’s Julian!” Everyone roared. Talk about raising the roof. He then turns to Dad and says “come on let’s head downstairs and get us a rum. I’m sure we can get one on the house, your dad John is working the bar tonight. Is he going to be happy to see you.” As they entered the basement Dad could see his mom Minnie standing in the kitchen next to his sister Elsie making perogies. Dad smiles and puts his arm around Dennis and says, “I think I am going to love this place!”

We miss you so much everyday

Love your family

North Stars AGM

In Loving Memory of Walter Ewanchuk

August 16, 1927 - August 8, 2020

“God looked down from his planned paradise and said, “I need a caretaker”, so God made a Farmer.” Walter Ewanchuk - Gido to me and to so many others. Your kind heart and warm embrace are not forgotten. Your hard-working character is seen in all your children and grandchildren. And your love for your family and friends is ever present through your loving wife Stella, Baba to us all. You are missed beyond words. But you are forever present in our hearts. Your legacy lives on through your children, grandchildren and even great-grand children.

We love you and we miss you.

Granddaughter Ariana, Stella, Raymond, Donna, Gerald, Audrey, Marty & families