Lawrence Mantay

The family of the late Lawrence Mantay age 91 beloved husband of the late Hilda Mantay sadly announce his passing on January 17, 2022 in Yorkton, SK

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Lawrence Mantay went home to be with his Lord and Saviour on January 17, 2022 at the age of 91.  At an early age, Lawrence accepted Christ as his Saviour and lived his life serving Him.

Lawrence was born to Gustav and Elsie (Effa) Mantay on October 28, 1930 in the Homestead District.  Lawrence has three older sisters and four younger sisters.  On October 28, 1961, he married Hilda Breitkreuz.

Lawrence began working on the family farm at a young age.  He continued working on the farm until he retired and moved into Springside in 1994.  Even though he was in town, he continued to help out on the farm.  Hilda and Lawrence had a mixed farm where they milked cows, raised chickens and grew grain crops.  Lawrence taught his family the value and rewards of having a good work ethic.  It was also very important to help your neighbour.

Lawrence had many outdoor activities that he thoroughly enjoyed.  He absolutely loved fishing, trapping, hunting and gardening.  He had and extremely hospitable and giving heart.  Family and friends very much enjoyed the fruits of his labour.

One pastime that Lawrence enjoyed most was visiting with family and friends.  He was known for his very detailed stories.  In their retirement years, Lawrence and Hilda gave much of their time to visiting the sick and shut-in.

Lawrence was predeceased by his wife Hilda; his parents Gustav and Elsie (Effa) Mantay; sisters and brothers-in-law Vera (Ernest) Rosom, Rose (David) Minke, Evlyne (Norman) Klause, Donald Neibrandt, his nephew Tim and his niece Verna.  Lawrence leaves to mourn his passing and celebrate his life his children Mildred (Dwight) Eisner of Swan River, MB; Sidney Mantay of Springside, SK; Lucille (Myron) Bali of Yorkton, SK; grandchildren Mandy Eisner, Tia Eisner, Nashly (Justin) Epp, Faylin (Ryley) Fehr, Tadd (Natalya) Bali; great- grandchildren Peter Epp, Elesha Epp, Myla Fehr, Koi Fehr, Pierce Bali, Ramsey Bali, Anna Pieterse and Kinnley Rhodes.

Lawrence is survived by his sisters Frances Neibrandt, Betty Mantay, Dorothy (Elvin) Haller and Gladys (Dave) Kneller; as well as many nieces and nephews.

A Private Family Service was held on Saturday January 22, 2022 at 11:00 am from Christie's Funeral Home and Crematorium with Pastor Justin Epp officiating. Interment to follow in the Springside Town Cemetery.

The service will be live streamed starting at 10:50 am you may view the service by clicking on the link provided http://www.facebook.com/christiesfuneralhome You do not need to belong to Facebook to participate.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Gideon's in Canada.

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