STANLEY ATKINS

Stanley Arthur Atkins, age 79 years of Moose Jaw, went home to be with the Lord on January 11, 2005 after a lengthy, courageous battle with cancer.  He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 51 years, Lil; son Doug (Cathie), grandchildren Dave, Drew, and Cheralyn of Saskatoon; daughter Connie of Moose Jaw; sisters Phyl Kindred of Regina, Vera Yeager of Cranbrook, BC, Marj Foster of Moose Jaw, Vivian (Mike) Olynik of Calgary, as well as his many nieces and nephews.  He is predeceased by his parents, one sister Audrey of St.Thomas, ON, and four brothers-in-law, Cec Kindred, Alf Yeager, Bill Foster, and Ollie White.  Stan was born in Gravelbourg, SK, and moved to Moose Jaw at an early age, where he attended school.  He began employment with CP Rail in 1941, where he remained until his retirement in 1985.  He was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church, where he enjoyed serving and fellowshipping for many years.  He also enjoyed bowling in his younger years, and was an avid hockey enthusiast. The Funeral Service will be held at the First Baptist Church on Friday January 14, 2005 at 2:00 pm.  Reverend Steven McCuaig will officiate. Interment will follow at Rosedale Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully declined.  In living memory of Stan, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W.J.Jones & Son Funeral Home.   

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Dennis Van Koughnett - Moose Jaw, Sask.: I met Stan while I was employed at C P rail, He was always willing to chat with me,  and had a smile that said he loved his  Lord.  I will miss you Stan.

George and Marion Parr - Coquitlam, BC:  In this sad time our condolences and prayers go out to all the family. Stan had been a life long friend and always enjoyed our meetings with him when we visited Moose Jaw and saw him at the Baptist Church or on the street. We will miss his cherry smile, good humour and friendship.

Randy Wetaski - Moose Jaw, Sask:My condolences to Stan's family. I met Stan in 1970 when I started on the CPR and worked with him until his retirement. I know Stan loved his family, he was always talking about Doug and Connie and the love of his life Lil. I'll miss our chance meeting and chats at the Co-op. Stan was a good man and above all a gentleman.

Dwight Hawken

Mary -Anne: Connie ...  I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad.   May you find comfort in the love of family and friends during this difficult time.   My sincerest condolences.    He will be greatly missed.  

Mike and Sandy Neithercut - Winnipeg,MB: Dear Connie,  We are so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing.  It was a privilege to have worked with Stan for many years.  Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.

Pat (Lowick) Stasich - Kamloops,  BC: Dear Lil, Connie, Doug & Family: Sorry to hear of Stan's passing.  I was just talking to Rev. George Watt and he mentioned that Stan wasn't well. He was such a friendly, faithful member of First Baptist; he will be missed there and at home, of course.  My sympathy to all of you.  Love in Christ

Robin and Janet Hurlburt - Red Deer AB: We are so sorry to hear of your loss, and we are praying for God to comfort you at this time.

Chris and Greg Altwasser - Regina, Sask.: We were so sorry to hear of Stan's passing.  We extend our deepest sympathy, and our thoughts are with you in this difficult time.  In Stan's memory, we have made a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society.

Dennis and June Vanin - Moose Jaw: You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time. May you all feel the Lord's touch at this time and always. Love In Christ from all of us.  Dennis, June, Nathan and Caleb Vanin

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