W.J. Jones & Son Ltd.

Michael Bernard Beck was born in Swaffham, Norfolk, England on October 29, 1938, welcomed by his beloved parents, Harry Nelson Beck and Primrose Deborah (Shaul) Beck, along with his sisters, Betty and Leila, and his brother, Barry. Fondly called “Mick” by his British friends and family, Mike enjoyed a childhood full of adventures and hard work. He built model airplanes and little boats with his brother as the outlines of their engineering passions took shape.

It is with great sadness that the family of Valerie Ann Marie Billington announces her passing on February 6, 2024, 6:15 PM, she was 60 years of age.

Valerie was born in Swift Current, Saskatchewan on April 22, 1963, to James and Eileen Hawk. She grew up alongside her siblings Gerold, Colleen, Evert, Robin, and Kevin and Douglas who passed away.

Ronald "Ted" McHolm 

Oct 14, 1939- Feb 16, 2024 

It is with both sadness and joy that we announce the passing of a wonderful father, son, brother, uncle, grandfather, and great grandfather. 

Ted was born in Moose Jaw in 1939 and was raised on the farm south of Moose Jaw in the Baildon RM. As a young man he took up carpentry working for Lee Wedhorn. He earned his Journeyman ticket in carpentry from STI.

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Eleanor Jean McKenzie. Eleanor was born on the family farm north of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan on May 12, 1951, and passed on February 18, 2024 in Ridgeway, Ontario.

Alexander Leslie Daniel, 61, of Caronport, Saskatchewan passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2024, doing what he loved doing.

Alexander (Alex) was born to Claira and John Daniel on February 22, 1962, in Calgary, Alberta. He was a jack of all trades, a locksmith, an appliance technician, and an entrepreneur. Alex was always looking for the next big project.

Ona Dorothy Lambert was born in Domremy, Saskatchewan. She lived a loud and full life.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Kyra Colleen Meyer. Kyra passed away on January 8, 2024, after a 5-year battle with mental illness. She joins her big brother, James Mikisew Meyer, who we know will be waiting for her with open arms.

Kyra was the official New Year’s baby born in Wolseley, Saskatchewan on March 22, 2002.

Albert Reginald Gander

It is with sadness the family announce the passing of a beloved father and friend, Albert Gander on December 21st, 2023.

Jessica Gordon

Jessica Gordon of Moose Jaw passed away on December 17, 2023, at the age of 34.

Jessica touched so many people’s lives in her short life, she was a caring and loving mother for her family.

She is predeceased by her husband Benjamen Plant and baby Jacob. Jessica is survived by her four children; Keegan, Caitlyn, Courtney, and Johnathan.

A Celebration of Life will be held at W. J. Jones Reception Lounge on Thursday, January 18th, 2024. Della Ferguson will be officiating. A private family interment will take place at a later date.

Lauer

Bernice Shirley Elizabeth Lauer passed away peacefully on December 30, 2023, at the age of 83. She was predeceased by Conrad Lauer, her husband of 60 years; her parents, August, and Betty (nee Hogilie) Lapointe, and brother Fredrick Lapointe.

Beginning her career at Peacock, Bernice worked as an administrative assistant for the Moose Jaw Public School Board, then later was promoted to the Board’s administrative office. Friends will also remember Bernice working at Kalium and CFB Moose Jaw.