It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of our beloved George on October 5, 2013 at the age of 86 years. George was born in Lacadena, SK, the youngest of six children. His family relocated to the Yellow Grass family farm in the mid-thirties. After finishing school, along with farming, he worked at McDonald Bros. Aircraft, custom combined in the southern States and was a long-haul truck contractor. He was also an early member of the Canadian Simmental Association. In 1961 George and Myrna moved their family of three to the farm at McTaggart where he spent the remainder of his life. Next to the love of his family, farming was his passion. Blessed by good health, he was able to continue his involvement in the family farming business until the last hour prior to his passing. George also dedicated time to his community through his involvement in the Yellow Grass United Church, the Masonic Lodge and as an active board member of the Weyburn Flying Club. After obtaining his pilot's license, he joined the Flying Farmers and the International Comanche Society. One of his daily highlights was a trip to the Weyburn Airport. George and Myrna were also fortunate to travel to many countries over the years. He had a true love of nature and animals, enjoyed hockey, curling, skiing and golfing. His family always appreciated his "handyman" skills as dad/grandpa could repair almost anything. George always demonstrated a strong hard work ethic and instilled honest values in his children and grandchildren. He was a faithful loving husband and his humble unassuming nature led to well deserved respect from family and friends. George will be dearly missed and remembered by his loving wife, Myrna of 60 years, three children, Blaine (Lorry), Allan (Bernice), Shari (Blair), grandchildren Kyla (Don), Raina, Carter (Monica), Amanda (Tyler), Tamara (Curtis), Matthew, Logan and Montana. Great grandchildren, Shelby, Josie, Lane and Mya; sister, Marion Cowan, brothers Don and Harold, sister-in-law Louise, as well as many nieces and nephews and dear friends. Predeceased by parents Laura and William Steer, eldest sister Dorothy Smith, brother Malcolm and in-laws, Sally, Marj, Edgar Cowan and Jack Smith. A celebration of George's life was held on October 11, at Yellow Grass United Lutheran Church, followed by a community lunch and private interment. For family and friends so wishing, donations may be made in memory of George to the Canadian Diabetic Association, or the Weyburn District Hospital Association, Box 1416, Weyburn, SK S4H 3G9. Thank you to Fletcher's Funeral Chapel for their professional and compassionate guidance throughout this difficult time. Condolences may be left at www.fletcherfuneralchapel.com.
