NORMAN H. BALDERSTON

Norm Balderston passed away peacefully with family at his side on August 2, 2005 .  He was predeceased by his parents, James and Edith; sister Lillian and brothers Reg and Bert; daughter-in-law Lorie; sisters-in-law, Marj Balderston, Florence Humphrey, and Florence Hemsworth; and brothers-in-law, Les Rogers, Doug Humphrey, and Spence Hemsworth.  He is survived by his wife Jean, sons Dennis (Beth), Greg, and their families; sister-in-law Doris Rogers, and numerous nieces and nephews.  Norm was born in Lincolnshire , England July 20, 1914 and came to Canada with his parents in 1921 to a farm in the Rouleau district.  He graduated from Reliance Business College in 1932.  He moved to Moose Jaw in 1939 and began farming in the Pense district in 1940.  He retired from farming in 1973.  Norm was an avid sportsman, enjoyed baseball, hockey, curling, golf and playing cards with his friends at the Hillcrest Sports Centre.  He was a member of the Saskatchewan Curling Association Executive Council for many years and became the Executive Director in 1966 until his retirement in 1980.  He was a President of the Moose Jaw Curling Club and an Honorary Life Member of the Hillcrest Sports Centre and Saskatchewan Curling Association.  For his contribution to sports, he received the Cosmopolitan Distinguished Service award in 1967 and the Moose Jaw Citizen of the Year award in 1968.  He was inducted into the Canadian Curling Hall of Fame in 1988 and into the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame in 1995.  Last but not least, Norm loved and was concerned for his family and always was ready with a helping hand or kind word whenever the situations arose.  He was truly an inspiration to all of us who knew and loved him.  Funeral Services will take place at Zion United Church in Moose Jaw on Monday, August 22, 2005 at 1:30 p.m.   Rev. Molly Kitchen will officiate. Memorialization will follow at Rosedale Cemetery at a later time. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Hillcrest Sports Centre fund and/or the Alzheimer’s Association #301-2550, 12^th Ave. Regina, SK. S4P 3X1. In living memory of Norm Balderston, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home.   

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Laura Walters - Assiniboia, SK

Rita Walters - Assiniboia, SK

Barton Walters - Assiniboia, SK: From all the Walters family our prayers and sympathy go to you.

Lloyd and Sandi Luhning - Moose Jaw, SK: Our sincerest sympathy to the family. When I first came on the Hillcrest Board, Norm was our President. We developed a Friendship that I will always remember. We will miss him. May Norm rest in peace.

Keith and Jean McKeown - Vernon, BC

Sandy and Dorothy Forsyth - Moose Jaw, SK: We have truly lost a gentleman with Norm's passing.  We have admired this wonderful man for many years...he will be missed by many. May he rest in peace. To his family...may you enjoy the many memories he has left you with.

Goldie Smart and family - Estevan, SK:  Sorry to read of Norm's passing.  On behalf of Mum and the family I would like to express our sincere sympathy.  Still remember our "stay" at your home when I was a  teenager attending Moose Jaw Band Festival back in the 50's. Bernice Smart Jackson

Valerie and Dwight Krislock - Sherwood Park, AB:  We would like to express our deepest sympathy. Uncle Norm will be missed by many but we will have our memories to remember him by.

Deb and Cam Kary - Saskatoon, SK:  Our thoughts and prayers are with you - Auntie Jean, Cousins Dennis & Greg, and your families. Uncle Norm will surely be missed by everyone.

Gord Sparrow - Regina, SK

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Janeth and Gerald Muldoon - Crane Valley, SK: We regret we will not be able to attend Norm's service.  Norm will always be remembered for his dedication and significant contribution to the sport of curling in this Province and his community. Whenever I presented the SCA Norm Balderston sportsmanship plaque, I always felt great pride. Our sincere sympathy, Gerald & Janeth

Ron Davis and Family - Regina, SK: Norm had a full life.  He touched many people and was much admired.  Most of my contact with Norm came in my teens while curling with his son Greg.  A lot of years have passed since then, but I remember Norm as a positive presence in any group; someone to be looked up to.  Our sympathies go to Jean, Dennis and Greg and their families.

Doug and Elaine Murchie - Swift Current, SK: We were sorry to hear of Norm's passing. We will always hold dear the memories we have of Norm at the many curling events that we attended together. Also the hospitality in their home. Elaine & Doug

Jean Herzog - Waterloo, ON: My thoughts and prayers are with all of you who are grieving Norm's passing.  He was a wonderful human being who knew all about compassion, commitment, dedication and hard work with a liberal amount of humour thrown into the mix.   I feel honoured to have known him.

Rogowski family - Moose Jaw, SK - Extending our deepest sympathy to the family on the passing of Norm.

Keith Humphrey and Lily Ann Dreland - Surrey, BC: To all Family members and Friends. It was with a sad and heavy heart to learn of Uncle Norm's passing. All our thoughts and prayers are with you. Uncle Norm will always be remembered and hold a warm place in our hearts.

William Spice - Saskatoon, SK: Dear Jean. Sorry to hear about Norman's passing away.  I want to extend my sympathy to you & your family & friends. My prayers will be with you during this difficult time. Sincerely, Bill Spice

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