FLORENCE CURRAN

Florence Curran (Spencer) of Pioneer Lodge, a long time Moose Jaw resident passed away peacefully on November 2, 2007 at 90 years of age.  Florence was born on the family homestead in the Dunkirk district on August 18, 1917 to Albert Spencer and Mary Spencer (Bott).  Flo’s early years were spent on the family farm.  After her father passed away when Florence was four, she, her Mom and her three siblings worked very hard to keep the farm operating.  By the time he was 14, Flo’s older brother Phil had taken over the farm and the whole family continued to work together in the true pioneer spirit of the time.  Flo was an energetic and lively youngster. She was a good athlete, always enjoying district field days, especially the high jump.  Florence was introduced to Walter Curran at a local dance in Dunkirk, and a wedding followed on October 2, 1939.  In 1941 the couple moved to Moose Jaw, where Walter sold life insurance. By 1945 they had purchased the Swing Inn, a popular drive-in restaurant in River Park which they operated together until 1954, and held an interest in until 1973.  In 1952 Walter and Flo returned to the vocation they had grown up with - farming.  They purchased land in the Mitchellton area and for the next thirty years made grain farming the center of their many pursuits, while continuing to live in Moose Jaw.  Florence had the fine qualities that we have learned to associate with those hardy Saskatchewan people who grew up during the Depression.  She was a hard worker and a dedicated Mother, who mixed practical values with the love of a good time, especially when family and friends were involved.  Florence took tremendous pride in the accomplishments of her children and then later her grandchildren.  Whether they were playing baseball, basketball or hockey, singing in concerts, playing in bands or performing in musicals, Walter and Flo could be found in the audience supporting them.  We could all learn from the pleasure Flo derived from a game of marbles at the kitchen table, a singsong around the piano or an afternoon in the garden. For her the simple joys of life were the most enduring and joyous.  Until the start of 2007, Florence lived in Mulberry Estates for three years. She spent many happy hours with treasured friend Esther Bayne. We will all miss Flo’s quiet and content ways.  Florence was predeceased by her husband Walter Benjamin Curran, her eldest son Albert Curran, her sister Ruth Martin (George), her brothers Phil Spencer and Frank Spencer (Martha).  She will be deeply missed by her children: Marlene Hooker (Lloyd) of Calgary, Verna Curran Berntson (Doug) of Saskatoon, Leonard Curran (Beverley) of Moose Jaw and Glenn Curran of Red Deer; nine grandchildren: Jody (Bob), Shane (Shauna), Allison (Jae-Wan), Nathan, Meghan (Trevor), Jennifer, Jaymi, Mary and Catherine; and three great-grandchildren: Aiden, Victoria and Carson. Funeral services will be held at W.J.Jones & Son Funeral Chapel on Friday, November 9, 2007 at 10:30 am. Della Ferguson will officiate. Cremation will follow at Prairie Memorial Crematorium with private family memorialization at a later date. Visitation for Family and Friends will take place on Thursday evening 7-9 pm at the funeral home.  Memorials for Chip and Dale Housing, Inc. at #23 – 445 Winnipeg Street, Regina, SK, S4R 8P2 would be appreciated.  In living memory of Florence, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W.J.Jones & Son Funeral Home.   

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Wes & Leslie MacDonald - Moose Jaw, SK: Bev, Len and family....We are sorry to hear of the loss of your mother and grandmother.  Cherish the wonderful memories of her and keep them close to your hearts....Our sincere condolences...Take care...

Betty Fournier - Moose Jaw, SK: To Marlene, Leonard, Verna & Glenn. I just want to express my sincere sympathy on the loss of your mother. I have an appointment at the time of the funeral so will not be able to attend. Sincerely, and take care Betty

Susan Dokken - Moose Jaw, SK: Len, Bev and kids: My condolences on the lost of your mother/grandmother.  What a wonderful long life she lived, but the loss is still the same. You are in my prayers. Susan

Dave. Brenda & Nicola Barrett - Port Moody, BC: We send our prayers and condolences.  Aunt Flo will always be loved & never forgotten.

Cathy Fiddler (Dennis) - Calgary, AB: Leonard, Verna, Glenn and Marlene my sincere condolences in the loss of your wonderful Mother. Cherish all your memories . Take Care.

Darwin Curran - Calgary, AB: To Bev. Len and family... Marlene and family. Verna and family. Glenn and family. My condolences on the lost of your mother. I am so sorry that I will not be able to attend due to surgery I had three weeks ago. I hope you understand and my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Take care Darwin

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