MAIDSTONE — In the past couple of weeks, Maidstone and the area have been saddened by the loss of several community members.
Victor James passed away on Feb. 18 at home in Waseca at the age of 74 years. Condolences are extended to his children: Jason, Jennifer (Bill), and Clinton; siblings: Gloria (Cyril) and Lyle (Helen); sisters-in-law: Mabel and Shirley; 7 grandchildren; as as well as numerous family and friends. The funeral for Victor took place at Lashburn Hall on Feb. 27.
Marlene Newsted of Maidstone passed away on Feb. 23 at the age of 74 years. Sincere sympathy goes to her husband, Gord; children: Brett (Michelle), Kris (Kari) Hemsley, Kelly (Sean) McGilvery; 10 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren; siblings: Darlene (Sherman) Sundbo, Penny (Randy) Aston and Ray (Kelly) Gabruch; all other family and many friends. The funeral service for Marlene was held at Maidstone United Church on Wednesday, Mar. 5.
Vernon Smith of Maidstone passed away at Pine Island Lodge on Feb. 24 at 93 years of age. Deepest sympathy is expressed to his wife, Alice; sister-in-law, Grace; brothers-in-law, Martin, Bill, and Les; niece, Ruth Presley; nephews, Brent and Craig Smith; extended family and friends. The Celebration of Life for Vernon will be at Maidstone Legion Hall on Thursday, March 6, at 2 p.m. MST.
Morris Donovan passed away in Maidstone on Feb. 24 at the age of 71 years. Heartfelt condolences are shared with his wife, Renee; children: Daryl and Lindsay; brothers, sisters, and a large extended family; as well as numerous friends. A private funeral service will be held in memory of Morris.
Kin Club of Maidstone members were in Saskatoon at Telemiracle 49 last weekend. Good job presenting on the air, Carter McMillan, Kyla Paton, and crew. GREAT job to the club and community members on raising $14,049 for Telemiracle! Thank you also to all of the group for helping behind the scenes with security, transportation, production, the shadow committee for TM50, and the social media crew. A total of $5.7 million was raised at the event.
Maidstone Legion Chase the Ace winner of $152.00 last week was Adrian Hume. The $3068,00 jackpot was not won, so it continues to rise. The 50/50 draw was also made, with $900.00 going to Cory Krepps. Congratulations to both of you!
Maidstone High School sent 2 teams to Junior Curling Districts in St. Walburg on Feb. 28. Team 1 brought home silver in the final against Lloydminster, an exciting game that came down to the last rock. The Senior Boys Curling team won gold at Regionals and will advance to SHSAA Provincials this week. Kudos to all of you!
Maidstone Bowling Alley's tournament on Mar. 1 had a good turnout with 44 bowlers competing for prize money. In the 3:30 slot, the first-place prize of $140 went to Leonard and Grayson Lapierre, with the $60 second place won by TJ Abrams and Ryley Currie. In the evening slot, Bryan and Kim Gareau won $168 for first place, with Ryan Donovan and Matt Sayers taking the $72 second-place prize. Big thanks to Ryan for organizing the event.
Week 20 Top bowling scores: Youth Junior Kaien 130, Jason 118; Senior Ben 240; Ladies Esther J 223, Sandra M 204; Seniors Women Doreen H 188, Pat A 171; Men Walter K 220, Keith M 190; Business Women Kyla P 264, Melissa P 255; Men James C 288, Wes B 245; High Triples: Matt S 649, Melissa 577, Sandra 575, Walter 561, Pat 511.
Upcoming:
March 9 (Sun.) 2 a.m. "Spring Forward". Set your clock ahead one hour.
March10-14: Book Fair at Ratushniak Elementary School.
