It is with deep sadness that the family of Lorne Llewellyn Wilson announce his passing on July 7, 2022.
Dad was 94 years young! He was born to Alfred and Mildred Wilson on April 25, 1928 in Fonehill, Saskatchewan
Dad completed his Grade six in Bredenbury and then started working. At age 15 he was hired by Swenson Construction. He did anything from running the gravel conveyor to driving caterpillar. During winter months Swenson ran a lumber mill north of Norquay. Dad hauled logs but also cut blocks of snow from the lake to run the steam engines. In 1944 Dad along with his parents moved to Minneapolis. Together they worked with a company that was building a bridge in Redwing, Minnesota. In 1945 when the war ended, Dad, along with his parents returned to Canada. They had been holding jobs that soldiers would need upon their return.
At this time Alf and Dad’s brother, Peter purchased a café in Bredenbury. Dad worked there until 1947 when he accepted a job at Thorsness Hardware in Saltcoats. Dad loved his job as a salesman and repairman. It was through his work that he met many of his lifelong friends. In 1985 a back injury forced Dad to retire. This was very hard for him as he loved his work and the people he served.
In 1950 Dad met Irene Czinkota while she was walking to her work at the Saltcoats War Memorial Hospital. Romance blossomed and they were married July 6, 1951.
Dad and Mom loved their homes, yards, gardening, socializing, card and game playing, traveling and golfing. There was many camping, fishing trips, trips to the USA and their trips to Europe connecting with family. Dad's and Mom's years as snowbirds were some of the best.
By 2017 it was becoming difficult for Dad and Mom to keep up with a large yard, garden, and home. At this time, they moved into a condo in Yorkton to relax and enjoy life. It didn’t last long as Mom became ill by spring. Dad was devastated when he lost his life partner in the fall of 2018.
Dad looked forward to his morning and afternoon coffee at Tim’s with the guys and gals. In the fall of 2021 Dad was diagnosed with lung cancer, he chose no treatments. By mid-February it was evident Dad was failing and needed full time care. At this time, we devoted our days to him. All the years he had done so much for all of us, we were now able to give back.
June 6, 2022, Dad was accepted into long term care at the Canora Gateway Lodge. Being in LTC didn’t stop us from being, very hands on with his care. We poured our love into assisting him every day. Dad passed peacefully July 7, 2022.
Dad was predeceased by mom; his parents, Alfred, and Mildred; brothers, Morley, Peter, Leslie and great granddaughter, Devyn; nephew, Garnet.
Dad is survived by his children, Cindy, Brenda (Bob), Rick (Cathy), Barb (Lars), 12 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren; sister in law, Vye Molner; nephews, Don and Les and niece, Gayle.
A Funeral Service will be held for Lorne on Monday, July 18, 2022 at 2:00 pm from the Saltcoats United Church.
Interment will follow in the Saltcoats Town Cemetery.
Should friends so desire, donations in memory of Lorne may be made to the Saltcoats Beautification Committee or to Saltcoats United Church.
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