Wife of the late Peter Stout of Yorkton, passed away peacefully at home in the arms of her loving family on Mar 25, 2017 in Yorkton, SK at the age of 89. She was predeceased by her loving husband and partner of 65 years, Peter - whom she missed every day since 2012; her parents, Fredrick and Patricia (Larson) Wales; two brothers, Ralph (Betty) and Morris (Mae); her sister, Kathleen (Hugh) Jennings. Ivy leaves to cherish her memory 6 children: Jack (Denise) of Yorkton, Loree (Brian Young) of Calgary, Dianne (Doug) Norman of Yorkton, Peter (Lorrie) of Yorkton, Mary-Ellen (Brian) Harrison of Calgary, Patti (Rick) Wilk of Saskatoon; 14 grandchildren: Robert (Patti) Stout of Yorkton, Jodi (Erin) Found of Regina, Rebecca (Errin) Reed of Grande Prairie, Fraser Young of Calgary, Alyson Stout of Regina, John Harrison of Calgary, Graeme (Teresa) Stout of Victoria, Emma Young of Lethbridge, Mackenzie (Miranda) Wilk of Theodore, Logan (Danielle) Wilk of Yorkton, Kirsten (Jason) Stout of Regina, Sam Harrison of Calgary, Dianne Harrison of Calgary, Callie Wilk of Saskatoon; 7 great-grandchildren: Brock, Matthew and Cameron Found of Regina, Katie, James and Luke Reed of Grande Prairie and William Wilk of Theodore; loving niece and nephew, Shirley and Brian Jennings; her sister-in-law, Betty Stout and many more relatives and friends who will miss her greatly. Ivy was born in the Canora Hospital in 1927. She was the baby of her family with three older siblings and her happy recollections implied that she was much cherished by her family. When her grandmother bought the Windsor Hotel in Buchanan, Ivy’s parents moved from Theodore so Ivy’s mother (lovingly called Me-Me Wales by her grandchildren) could help run the hotel and cook for the guests. Ivy spent the first eight years of her life surrounded by a grandmother, hotel staff and guests who adored her, with the grand hotel as her playground. She had many fond memories of those years. After graduating Grade 12 from Buchanan School (Valedictorian), Ivy took a commercial course in Yorkton and was working at CJGX Radio Station when she met Peter Stout at a local dance. They would continue to dance their way through life for more than 65 years, as perfectly matched in life and love as they were on the dance floor. Ivy inherited a love of sports from her father, who was an excellent ball player, curler and golfer. During her last years, she would spend much of the winter watching curling regardless of the time zone. Similarly, she seldom missed a game of her precious Blue Jays during the spring, summer and fall. Interestingly, Ivy’s father also taught her to golf, but she never embraced it. She likely couldn’t bear to adhere to the silent and serious environment that a determined golfer expected. From her mother, she inherited a fun loving and open minded spirit. Me-Me Wales was a master cook and Ivy often claimed that Peter had only married her for her mother’s doughnuts, which she never did replicate. However, she did become an excellent cook, replicating many of her mother’s recipes and skills, as anyone who was lucky enough to enjoy her pies and shortbread could attest. She was musical and shared her music with her children and grandchildren. She also enjoyed playing piano on many occasions, for various functions. Ivy played regularly for the Fiddlers and the Kitchen Band singing group. She made many lasting friendships that she treasured until the end of her days. Throughout her life, she was very involved with her children and grandchildren and their activities. Sometimes her children and grandchildren were in the same activity. This meant Ivy and Peter were regulars in the Band Booster and Figure Skating booths at the Yorkton fair. Many hours were spent driving kids to piano, skating, band, dance lessons, attending recitals, competitions, parades, events, and camps. For the last years, she always attended the Highland Games in Regina to watch grandchildren dance, pipe and compete in heavy events. When required, Ivy was a master seamstress creating costumes for figure skating and highland dance, dresses for dances and proms. The night before Robbie Burns, work crept into the wee hours as outfits for dancers and pipers were adjusted appropriately. Through her connections she was often asked to supply a dancer or piper and often counted on her granddaughters to perform. Ivy found time to support her community. She was a founding member of the Yorkton Multicultural Society and believed everyone had a place. Multicultural Society of Saskatchewan awarded Ivy with the Multicultural Award for 40 years of Service in 2015 for her contributions. She was a member of the Yorkton Arts Council and Yorkton Film Festival; throughout her life she was a passionate supporter of the arts. She was a founding member of Yorkton Country Dancers and Yorkton Scottish Society. Many of these friends became like family. She was a popular hostess and many guests were welcomed to her home. Tea was either in the pot, or the water was boiling and treats were enjoyed alongside good stories and boisterous laughter. Her growing family would continue to gather at her home to be around her until the last days of her life. Life is what you make it and Ivy’s was full of love and contentment. Funeral Services were held on Saturday, April 1, 2017 from St. Andrew’s United Church in Yorkton with Rev. Jen Dresser officiating. A tribute and words of remembrance were given by daughters, Loree Stout and Mary Ellen Harrison. The organist, Laurene Jemieff with members of St. Andrew’s choir led the congregation in the singing of the hymns "Abide With Me", "How Great Thou Art" and "We Shall Go Out With Hope of Resurrection". Special music was "Green Green Grass of Home". Soloist, Amanda Buhler sang "When You Come To the End of the Day". Interment followed in the family plot in the Yorkton City Cemetery with Peter Stout as the urn bearer. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.baileysfuneralhome.com Memorials in memory of Ivy may be made to the St. Andrew’s Church Memorial Fund or to the Yorkton Arts Council as gifts of remembrance.
