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CAMPBELL, ALBERT GEORGE

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Albert George Campbell on May 5, 2023, at the age of 86. If you were lucky enough to have known Albert, you know that he lived life to the fullest, was the life of the party and left his mark on this world like no other!

He was a father, husband, papa, great papa, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, daycare dad, and friend. Albert put family above all else.

Albert was born on March 17, 1937, in Cardross, Saskatchewan and grew up on the family farm. Albert later moved to Moose Jaw and was a dairy farmer, breadman and milkman, singer sewing machine salesman and owned and operated Town and Country Upholstery, Custom Cover Upholstery and Campbell’s Spirit Brewing.

Albert was predeceased by his parents Agnes and Roy, first wife Frances, infant grand daughter Ashley, siblings Colin, Charlie, and Ruth, mother-in law Ida, and brothers-in-law Maurice and Lacy.

He is survived by wife of 36 years Sandi, children Darrell and Diane, grandchildren Amanda (James), Kyle, Katelyn (Tyson), and great grandchildren Landon, Hayden, Hudson, Brandon (Jessica), Logan, sister Mary, sistersin law, Elaine, Carol, and Shirley (Leo) and countless nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Albert was heavily involved in the business community and served as President of the Moose Jaw Chamber of Commerce, was a member of the Jaycees, South Saskatchewan Wildlife Association, and played an integral role in bringing the Ladies World Curling Championship to Moose Jaw in 1983.

Albert’s many talents included singing, playing the banjo, guitar, and fiddle. He was an avid horseman, bowler, and square dancer. He was known for his boisterous sense of humour, quick wit and always had a joke to tell. He loved nothing more than to spend time with family and friends, was an excellent cook and went on many a trail rides with the Bowery Boys. We are grateful that his family was able to be with him near the end and were able to say their final goodbyes. The family would like to express our deepest appreciation for the kind and compassionate care Dad received from all the home care nurses over the past few years, and the doctors and nurses at the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Hospital during his final days. Particularly, Dr. Pilon who showed tremendous care and compassion. A come and go celebration of Albert’s life will take place on Saturday May 27, 2023, at the Shriners Masonic Temple 1755 Main St. N. from 1:00 – 4:00 pm.

In living memory of Albert, a memorial planting will be made by W.J. Jones & Son Ltd. Please sign the memorial register at website: www.wjjonesandson.com (Obituaries). Dayna Chamberlain - Funeral Director

BURBANK, EVELYN

Evelyn Louise Burbank aged 97 years of Moose Jaw, SK, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, April 23rd, 2023, while in hospital with pneumonia and other complications. She was predeceased by her parents, Allen and Pearl Murray; sister, Donna Fryklund; brother, Bruce Murray; her first husband, James Seed; and later her second husband, William Burbank. Evelyn is survived and lovingly remembered by her daughters, Barbara (Dean) Tollefson and Catherine Seed; brother-in-law, Jack Fryklund; sisterin-law, Margaret Murray; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Ev had a great love for dogs, horses, golf, travelling and playing cards (especially bridge & cribbage). She enjoyed watching curling, as well as the Toronto Blue Jays and Saskatchewan Roughrider games. In her younger years she was active with the K-ettes and K-40 clubs. She always loved tending her garden flowers, and baking and cooking many a holiday celebration meal.

Ev was a wonderful lady with a long, full life, and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. The family is very grateful to the doctors, nurses, and staff of the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital for their dedication and compassionate care. Also special thanks to her friends and the staff of West Park Crossing for their daily support and companionship.

A Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, June 15th, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at Rosedale Cemetery (but if it rains, will be held indoors at Moose Jaw Funeral Home) with a Celebration of Ev’s Life to follow at Moose Jaw Funeral Home. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Ev’s name may be made to The Moose Jaw Humane Society, Box 1658 Station Main, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 7K7 or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan, Unit 26 - 1738 Quebec Ave, Saskatoon, SK S7K 1V9. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Cara Ashworth - Intern Funeral Director 306693-4550 www.moosejawfuneralhome.com

HAUBRICH, LORIE

Our beloved wife and mom, Lorie Mae Haubrich passed away on Saturday, October 22nd, 2022 after a long battle with kidney disease, at the age of 62 years. Lorie was born on February 25th, 1960. She grew up on a farm in Duval, SK and attended Strasbourg school. After high school, Lorie moved to Regina, SK where she met and married her husband, Aubrey in August 1985. They then moved to Moose Jaw, SK where they started their family. She was predeceased by her parents, Louie and Meta Erhardt; brother, Allan Erhardt (Doreen); step-daughterin-law, Terry Haubrich; and nephew, Gordon Hunt. Lorie is survived by her husband, Aubrey; daughters, Amber Francis (Clifton) and Ashley Monchamp (Zac); stepsons, David Haubrich and Craig Haubrich (Lisa); sister, Deloris Hunt (John); niece, Boni Eggers (Bret); nephews, Kevin Erhardt (Sue) and Patrick Hunt (Jennifer); as well as her many grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, and cousins.

A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, June 2nd, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at Sunset Cemetery with Pastor Marvin Seaborg officiating. A Time of Fellowship will follow in the Harvey Room at Moose Jaw Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations in Lorie’s name may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, #1 – 2217 Hanselman Court, Saskatoon, SK S7L 9Z9 or The Canadian Diabetes Association, 919B Albert St, Regina, SK S4R 2P6. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Gary McDowell, Funeral Director 306-693-4550 www. moosejawfuneralhome.com

DEANS, RUSSELL

The family of Russell

William Deans is sad to announce his passing on May 4, 2023, at the age of 73. Russell is survived by his loving wife Marie Deans; six daughters; brothers Kennth Deans and Rick Deans; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; as well as many nieces, nephews’, cousins, extended family, and friends. In living memory of Russell, a memorial planting will be made by W.J. Jones & Son Ltd. Please sign the memorial register at website: www.jonesparkview.com (Obituaries).

Chrystine Dacey- Funeral Director

SMITH, GAIL (née: Stephanson)

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gail Smith (née: Stephanson) on Sunday, February 26th, 2023 at the age of 82 years.

Gail Harriet Natalie was born in Frontier, SK on September 19, 1940, the 11th of 14 children. Despite being big, the family was close as shown by the frequent family reunions over the years.

At 18 years old Gail’s life changed forever. Her brothers, Roy and Gary introduced her to their friend and coworker, Herbert Smith. Love soon followed and the two married on December 12th, 1959. Her true calling in life, which was second only to being a grandmother, was shortly revealed when she became a mother. She exemplified what it meant to be a mother by working tirelessly to support her 3 boys: Kelly born in 1960, Kevin in 1962, and Kent in 1966. Gail supported her boys with everything, including their jobs, schoolwork, and sporting activities. Sports was a very important and significant part of their lives. She spent countless hours volunteering, driving to baseball and hockey, and cooking endless pre-game and post-game meals in between washing and mending uniforms. She enjoyed every minute of it.

While Gail supported the boys in every sport they played, baseball was her favourite. She became one of the most skilled scorekeepers in not only the city but the province as well. A baseball diamond in Moose Jaw was named after her in recognition of her love, devotion and support for her sons’ participation in the game. A diamond at Park Hill Little League Diamonds proudly displays the sign “Gail Smith”. One of Gail’s favourite pastimes was to sit with Herb and watch the Blue Jays. Being a grandma and ultimately a great-grandma would have been something Gail may have been better at than being a mom. Her 11 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren absolutely adored her. She was a very loving and completely non-judgmental Mom and Grandma, which formed such a deep and loving bond with her family. Her selfless dedication and devotion to her entire family really was something amazing. All her grandkids would make special trips to visit her, including the ones who regularly visited Moose Jaw to see her.

Herb and Gail have been a team for 63 years and you hardly ever heard of or spoke of one without the other.

It was always “Herb and Gail or Dad and Mom or Grampy and Grammy”. Through thick and thin, on numerous rinks, diamonds, and football fields all over North America, they stood by each other’s sides and built a beautiful life together. Herb was beside Gail during her passing, holding her hand and talking to her. As everyone knows, she was much more the listener than the talker.

Gail was well loved and thankfully knew that without question. Words cannot even begin to express how much she will be missed.

Gail leaves behind three sisters who were very special to her: Sylvia Stephanson, Sharon Grant, and Karen (Larry) Ireland. Gail will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her devoted husband, Herb; son, Kelly (Nancy) and his children with Debbie: Denny (Teresa), Lily and Amelia, Chrystal (Michael), Emma, Blake and Taylor, and JoLee (Mac), Hannah, Austin, Ava and Chloee; son, Kevin (Anna-Marie) and their children Taylor (Chelsea) Takeo, Veiko, Poppy, Rapha and Titus, Zoe (Dustin), Callie, Peyton, Emma and Colton, Zebulon (Alanda); and Xyrus (Katie); son, Kent (Joanne) and their children Josiah (Chelsea), Zachary (Megan), Levi (Tori) and Benjamin (Andrea); as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

The family expresses their thanks and appreciation to the doctors and staff at the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital for their support and compassionate care given to Gail during her illness.

A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, May 19th, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. in Moose Jaw Funeral Home. A private family interment will take place in Sunset Cemetery. Those not able to attend may view the service virtually by going to www. moosejawfuneralhome.com/webcast/. In lieu of flowers, donations in Gail’s honour may be made to the Moose Jaw Little League, Box 324 325 4th Ave SW, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 5V2. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Andrew Pratt Funeral Director 306-693-4550 www. moosejawfuneralhome.com

GIBSON, JOHN

Our much beloved husband, father, papa, and brother, John Gibson passed away on Thursday, May 11th, 2023, at the age of 71 years. He was predeceased by his parents, Jack and Mim (Garrett) Gibson. John is survived by his wife, Deb Gibson (Hiller); daughter, Sara (Chris) and son, Kyle (Kara); grandchildren: Sirocco, Isabeau, Edison, John, and Llewyn; stepson, Mick (Kelsey); stepdaughter, Mandy (Mark); grandchildren: Eli, Macy, and Maverick; and sister, Linda Gibson.

John was born in Moose Jaw, SK on July 12th, 1951, where he lived and spent his childhood until he moved to Prince Albert, Edmonton, and Saskatoon before returning to Moose Jaw to raise his children and ultimately stay. John was a prominent small business owner in the city and was known for two local businesses in particular: Western Electric Motor and Challenger Graphics Trophy World. John’s preretirement job, which was also his favourite, was with Moose Jaw Express. By virtue of his personality, he excelled in this role because he was able to connect with his beloved community members. Anyone who interacted with John or visited his businesses knew that they would be treated well and with a laugh. John was known for having terrible jokes and whether you got his humour or not, he could always make you laugh. Another community connection that John was so proud of was watching the Warriors play. John has been a season ticket holder for as long as anyone can remember.

John and Deb met 20 years ago, and Deb chose him because of her mother’s advice. She advised that if a man loves his mother and you can see this in him, he will make a wonderful husband. One month after John proposed to Deb, he was thrust into the role of caregiver when he helped Deb overcome breast cancer. John was dependable, caring, accountable, and always present. His reliability and kind nature made him such a strength and offered peace of mind to everyone that was around him. Together, Deb and John have traveled extensively with friends, enjoy Moose Jaw’s social scene, and are active members at their church. Additionally, they visit the local athletic facilities, attend Warrior and Miller Games, and are active as community and service members.

A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, May 17th, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Victory Church, 637 Main St N, Moose Jaw, SK. A Time of Fellowship will follow immediately at Victory Church. The family invites everyone to further celebrate John’s life at the Crushed Can Rec. Room and Bar (all ages welcome), 82 Manitoba St W, Moose Jaw, SK from 2:00-4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, you may honour John’s memory by donating to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan, Unit 26 - 1738 Quebec Ave, Saskatoon, SK S7K 1V9 or the Cancer Foundation of Saskatchewan, 200-4545 Parliament Ave, Regina, SK S4W 0G3. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Gary McDowell, Funeral Director 306-693-4550 www.moosejawfuneralhome. com is a retired pastor from Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Moose Jaw, SK. He graduated with a doctorate degree in 2006 from the Robert Webber Institute for Worship Studies in Florida.

The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the position of this publication.

Nature

Nature has been kind to golfers since the beginning of May. Temperatures have warmed up and golf courses are now open. The word nature has always had close ties to the material world and the planet earth. Nature describes the immediate cause of all the world’s phenomena, be it weather, plants, animals, or human beings. Mother Nature is a personification of nature that focuses on the life-giving and nurturing aspects of all things on earth.

The word nature is derived from the Latin natura. Natura is the Latin term for the Greek word physis, connected to concepts of growing, developing, and becoming. In Greek mythology Physis is the goddess of the origin and ordering of all things in the world.

When first used in the English language in the early 1300s, nature meant essential qualities and innate disposition of a thing or person. Human beings have a physical as well as a spiritual nature. It is the nature of a lion to hunt prey for food. Nature was the hereditary circumstances and conditions of a person. The nature of a controversy would be the crucial issue of the dispute.

By the mid-14th century nature began to refer to the forces or processes of the world that produce living things and maintain order. People began to talk about things happening naturally, without interference from humans, divine intervention, or anything outside what is considered normal for the natural things being considered. Nature is the process by which an apple tree produces apples with no help from humans or gods. It is also the nature of an apple tree to produce apples, not other things.

At the end of the 1300s English speakers started referring to creation, the universe, the world, as Nature, the personification of existing things. Nature was the world in its entirety. Looking at scenery or a sunset was to enjoy the beauties of Nature Nature is the restorative powers in the body and bodily processes that provide healing and recovery.

The term ‘second nature’ means to ‘follow nature,’ describing human personality traits. The word supernatural has existed since 1450 and originally meant, ‘above nature, belonging to a higher realm’. This was used with a more religious sense, but after 1799 it was predominantly used to talk about ghosts and other phenomena.

The meaning of nature expanded throughout the centuries to mean an assortment of specific qualities of a person, including their physical strength, their sexual drive, and their physical appetite. Nature also described the will of the body which was believed not to be controllable, ‘T’was nature, sir, whose strong behest impelled me to the deed’ (from The Diserted Village, and The Traveller by Oliver Goldsmith in 1881).

From the early 19th century nature was used to describe the fidelity or close adherence to the natural state of planet earth. The modern environmental movement desires to limit human intervention in nature, and have the earth go back to the way it used to be without humanity. A hundred years later this idea was adopted by Naturists who became part of the movement for communal nudity. When sharing important, sensitive, and ‘for your eyes only’ information people talk about documents of a confidential nature. These are the fundamental characteristics of classified material.

Nature implies inherent, essential resemblances rather than obvious or superficial likenesses. Thus, we speak of problems of a similar nature

I can categorically state that it is in my nature to enjoy Nature on the golf course, even though it is not a natural environment.

Columnist John Kreutzwieser loves to research words and writes this weekly Word Wisdom column for Moose Jaw Express/MooseJawToday.com. He has an interest in the usage, origin, and relevance of words for society today. Greek and Latin form the basis of many words, with ancient Hebrew shedding light on word usage.

John would like to know if anyone has a sincere interest in a relevant word that he could possibly research for an upcoming column. If so, please send your requests to wordwisdom2021@ gmail.com . Words will be selected according to relevance and research criteria. We cannot confirm that all words will be used.

AUTO RACING

Friday 5 p.m. FSR NHRA Drag Racing Route 66 NHRA Nationals, Qualifying.

Saturday

5 p.m. FSR NASCAR Cup Series NASCAR All-Star Open, Qualifying.

BASEBALL

Saturday

5 p.m. TSN MLB Baseball Seattle Mariners at Atlanta Braves.

BASKETBALL

Friday

6:30 p.m. TSN NBA Basketball Conference Final: Teams TBA.

Saturday

6:30 p.m. WXYZ NBA Basketball Conference Final: Teams TBA.

Sunday 6:30 p.m. TSN NBA Basketball Conference Final: Teams TBA.

Tuesday 6:30 p.m. TSN NBA Basketball Conference Final: Teams TBA.

HOCKEY

Thursday

5 p.m. CBKT NHL Hockey Western Conference Final, Game 2: Teams TBA.

5:30 p.m. TSN QMJHL Hockey Playoffs: Teams TBA.

Friday

5 p.m. CBKT NHL Hockey Eastern Conference Final, Game 3: Teams TBA.

Saturday 5 p.m. CBKT NHL Hockey Conference Final: Teams TBA.

Sunday 5 p.m. CBKT NHL Hockey Conference Final: Teams TBA.

Monday

5 p.m. CBKT NHL Hockey Conference Final: Teams TBA.

6:30 p.m. TSN WHL Hockey Teams TBA.

Tuesday

5 p.m. CBKT NHL Hockey Conference Final: Teams TBA.

5 p.m.

Wednesday

(SF) Law & Order: SVU (N) (SF) Law & Order (N) (SF) Brainfood Brainfood

19 TSN (5:30) QMJHL Hockey SportsCentre (N) (Live) SportsCentre (N) (Live) Jay Onrait (N) (Live)

20 NET (6:00) Stanley Cup Live Coverage (N) (Live) Sportsnet (N) (Live) Blue Jays NHL in 30

25 EDACC Big Bang etalk (N) Rookie "A Good Shoot" Walker "Past Is Prologue" Rookie "Girls' Night Out"

26 W Law & Order: SVU Will & Grace Will & Grace Fire Country "Off the Rails" Funny Woman (N)

29 ENCAV (:55) <+++ William Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet ('96) Nurse JackieNurse JackieWeeds Weeds

33 CMT Raymond Raymond The Office The Office Frasier Frasier Cheers Cheers

35 TLC Dr. Pimple Popper (N) Hillsong: A Megachurch Exposed "Welcome Home" Dr. Pimple "Hard Knot Life"

38 DISC (6:00) BattleBots (N) How Do It? Homestead Rescue Homestead Rescue

41 COM Sheldon 'Til Death Friends Friends Friends Friends Big Bang Big Bang

42 TCM Movie (:45) <+++ Doctor Zhivago ('65) Julie Christie, Geraldine Chaplin, Omar Sharif.

47 AMC (6:00) <+++ Pitch Perfect ('12) <++ Pitch Perfect 2 ('15) Rebel Wilson, Anna Kendrick.

48 FSR NHRA Pro NHRA in 30 NHRA Las Vegas NHRA Drag Racing Dangerous Heavy Haulers

55 CRV1 (6:30) <+++ King Richard ('21) Will Smith. Love & "The Big Top" (N) Chelsea Handler

56 CRV2 (6:10) < This Is the Night <+++ The Father ('20) Anthony Hopkins. (:40) < Rogue Agent ('22) James Norton.

57 CRV3 (:20) The Office (:45) The Office (:10) Law "A Losing Season" Billions Flatbush Mis Flatbush Mis

58 HBO < Tina ('21) Angel City (N) White House Plumbers

Friday Evening

MOVIES SPORTS SPECIALS 7 PM 7:30 8 PM 8:30 9 PM 9:30 10 PM 10:30

Movie (:45) <+++ Cool Hand Luke ('67) George Kennedy, Paul Newman. <+++ Hoosiers ('86)

47 AMC (6:00) <++ Uncle Buck ('89) (:15) <++ The Great Outdoors ('88) Dan Aykroyd. (:15) Fear the Walking Dead

48 FSR (6:30) Horse Racing America's Day At the Races (N) (Live) NASCAR Hub Dangerous Drives

55 CRV1 (6:30) <++ F9 The Fast Saga ('21) Vin Diesel. < Bullet Proof ('22) Vinnie Jones (P) Movie

56 CRV2 (6:15) <+++ Navalny ('22) Women Who Rock "Power" RuPaul Drag Race (N) (:10) < Cosmic Dawn ('22)

57 CRV3 (:20) The Office (:45) The Office (:10) Law & Order Billions "The Third Ortolan" Flatbush Mis Flatbush Mis

58 HBO (:05) COVID (:50) < The Truth About Killer Robots (:15) Barry (:50) Marc Maron: From Bleak to Dark

SATURDAY EVENING

MOVIES SPORTS SPECIALS

('64) Elvis Presle y (:45) <++++ Coming Home ('78)

47 AMC (6:00) <++ Jumanji ('95) Robin Williams. <++ The Great Outdoors ('88) Dan Aykroyd. <+++ Big

48 FSR (6:00) NASCAR Tyson 250 Dirt Slide or Die NASCAR 75: Dangerous Drives

55 CRV1 (6:30) < Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Some < Bullet Proof ('22) Vinnie Jones Movie

56 CRV2 (6:05) <+++ Dream Horse <++ Dear Evan Hansen ('21) Amy Adams, Ben Platt. (:20) < Let Them All Talk

57 CRV3 (:20) The Office (:45) The Office (:10) Law & Order "Ego" Billions "All the Wilburys" The First "Voices Carry"

58 HBO (:05) < Foster ('18) < Transhood ('20) Somebody

WEDNESDAY EVENING MOVIES SPORTS SPECIALS

7 PM 7:30

8 PM 8:30 9 PM 9:30

3 CBKFT Question (N) L'épicerie Dans l'oeil

10 PM 10:30

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