ROY BIRTWISTLE

Roy Birtwistle passed away peacefully March 11, 2003 at the age of 86 years.  Roy was born June 20, 1916 in the Providence Hospital, Moose Jaw. He grew up on the family farm north of Ernfold and attended Rochdale School.  Roy only left the farm to serve in the Air Force from 1943-45 and continued to farm until retiring to Moose Jaw in 1984.  He married Florence Reid on March 1, 1945 and they raised three daughters.  Roy was a member of the Calderbank Wheat Pool Committee, the Ernfold United Church Board, was a Director of the Morse Co-op, and an Aquadell 4-H Beef Leader.  He was active in farm organizations, the Central Butte Fair Board, and the Ernfold Senior Citizens. Roy and Florence loved to dance, especially square dancing. Roy also enjoyed playing cards and games.  Since moving to Moose Jaw he was a member of Minto United Church, Minto’s choir, the Sons and Daughters of the Pioneers Choir, Golden Voices Choir, both Seniors Clubs and the Waterlogs Swim Group. Roy loved to travel throughout Canada and the United States, also visiting Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii and Europe.  He will be remembered for his smile, thoughtfulness, and always thinking of others before himself. Roy is predeceased by his parents, Alice and George Birtwistle; brother, Stan and his wife, Chris; and son-in-law, Ernie Wesolowski.  He leaves to mourn his loving wife of 58 years, Florence; three daughters, Linda (Doug) Hayner; Cheryl (Willis) Wingert; and Gail Wesolowski; five grandchildren: Jacqueline, Richard, Russell, Krista, and Kevin;  sister, Mary (John) Green; many cousins, nieces and nephews; as well as special friends, Grant and Julie Rourke.  A Celebration of Roy’s life will be held at Minto United Church, 1036 Seventh Ave. N.W., Moose Jaw on Friday, March 14, 2003 at 2:00 pm.  Gary Johnson will officiate. Memorials to Minto United Church Memorial Fund, the Union Hospital Foundation, 455 Fairford ST.E., Moose Jaw, S6H 1H3, or a charity of choice would be appreciated. In living memory of Roy, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W.J.Jones & Son Funeral Home.   

Guest Book

Donald - Moose Jaw SK: Dear Florence, Cheryl & Family: Our thoughts & prayers are for your family at this time of great loss of Roy.  He will be very missed by his Minto family too!  God Be With You At This Time.

Edna Steckhan - Moose Jaw: Sorry to learn of Roy's death, Florence.  My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Chris and Irene Bender - Mesa Az, U.S.A: Our deepest sympathy to Florence and family 

Diane Reid, Ottawa - He was a wonderful person and I know he will be greatly missed by all of the family!

Tim and Louise Beach - Regina, Sask.: We're thinking of you at this very difficult time. May your special memories give you comfort.  Our sincere sympathy.

Bob Newton - Regina, Sask.: Cheryl and Willis - Cheryl ... I'm sorry to hear about your Dad.  Although I didn't know him, now I know where your got your smile.  I will keep you in my prayers.

Jackson - Regina, Sask.: Dear Florence,:Our very deepest sympathy on the passing of another of our wonderful Square dancers. We will miss Roy's big smile across the square.We could not be with you this afternoon. Our thoughts are with you. Ron & Joan   Wesley Whirlers/Whitmore Pioneers

Lillian Wadham , Moose Jaw Sask.: My deepest sympathy To you Florence and your family.

Sign Guest Book

(Your condolence will not appear immediately)