ROBERT G. "JAY" BUSBY

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Robert Gerald “Jay” Busby, born July 12, 1926, died peacefully with his family by his side September 17, 2007.  He is predeceased by his wife Shirley in 1998, parents Gordon, Helen Busby; and sister Joyce Triebor.  Jay is survived by: Greg (Mary) of Penhold, AB, and their family Brandon, Jill (Adam) Hogaboam of Red Deer, AB;  Barrie (Cheryl) of Regina and their family, B.J. of Lanigan, Chris of Regina; Joan (Dale) Zimmerman and their family, Christi of Moose Jaw, step-granddaughters Karri (Taylor) Mickleborough of Caron, Bobbi (Aaron) Machuik of Craven; brothers and sisters: Lorne (Phyllis) of Victoria, Bev (Maynard) Gray of Moose Jaw,  Beryl Smith of Edmonton, Jack (Judy) of Boissevain, MB. From Jay’s early career with the YMCA to his illustrious career with Crown Life Insurance, he developed life long friendships with clients and associates. During his lifetime Jay was an avid outdoorsman, spending his time gardening, skiing, canoeing, hunting, golfing  and walking.   A Celebration of Jay’s life will be held at W.J.Jones & Son Family Centre on Friday September 21, 2007 at 2:00 pm. Della Ferguson will be the celebrant. In memory of Jay, “Rest Stop” benches will be placed in Wakamow Valley and Spring Creek Valley.  Memorials to the Relay for Life, 61B Ross St. W., Moose Jaw, S6H 2M2, would be appreciated.

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Judy and Shannon Bruce - Moose Jaw, SK: To Joanie and family. My the many memories help you though this difficult time.  You are in our thoughts.

Deborah Canevaro - Regina, SK: To Cheryl and Barrie - my deepest condolences at this difficult time.

Garth Hampson: Our sincere condolences to Jack and the entire Busby family.

Gaye Stewart - Moose Jaw, SK: Greg, Barrie and Joanie,  How quick your dad went, which was like his whole life.  Whether he was whacking golf balls, going down the slopes or hanging out at the YMCA, he was always on the go.  Good memories and great stories will keep his spirit alive for a long time.

Darla and Lloyd Spicer - Moose Jaw, SK:  Greg, Barrie and Joanie and families;  Our deepest condolences to you on Jay's passing.  May the many memories you all cherish sustain you during this very difficult time.

Don and Elizabeth McKinley - Saint John, NB: Greg, Mary and Family - Our thoughts are with you at this time.

Barry and June Dewhurst - Moose Jaw, SK: Greg, Barrie and Joanie, our sincere condolences on the loss of your Dad.  Cherish the memories and may they console you and bring you strength in the days to come.

Raynell Andreychuk - Regina, SK: My sincere condolences and deepest sympathies for the entire Busby family.

Tom Poole - Saskatoon, SK:  Greg, Barrie, Joanie and families - we've been separated by time and distance for a long time, but there are lots of happy memories of friends and neighbours, and fun activities on Edmonton St when we were kids.  We are truly sorry for your loss;  I will let my mom
(Ev) know.  Take care.

Viv Walker - Saskatoon, SK: Dear Joanie, Barrie, and Greg and families, My deepest condolences at this time of good-bye.  My memories of your dad are rich - his broad and warm smiles, in his spectacular yard, his love of the Group of Seven, opera on the radio, his pride in his great kids, his generosity to take this Hanson squirt skiing with your family at White Track week-end after week-end......among an immediate few that come to mind. May God's Peace hold and keep you in this sudden farewell. With much love,  Viv (Hanson) Walker

Marnie and Wayne Ralph - Calgary, AB: Greg, Barrie, Joanie and Families. Our deepest condolences on the passing of your Dad. He leaves many happy memories for many people.

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