MAYFAIR — The last day of the year 2023 would read 123123. Get what I mean? December, the last day in December and the last two digits of this past year. This doesn’t happen often. It looks like we are learning how to count up to three.
Our community is saddened to hear the passing of 94-year-old Cornelius (Cornie) Martens of Rabbit Lake. He and his wife Marlene attended many Mayfair functions before COVID. He is survived by Marlene, five children, 24 grandchildren and four great-grandkids. Deepest sympathy is extended to the family.
A 16-year-old budding cowboy from Rabbit Lake is performing great in the rodeo scene. Jaeger Moore, a Grade 11 student at Medstead Central School, is the son of Amanda and Troy Moore. Proud grandparents are Rose Moore (Stan deceased) of Rabbit Lake and Brian and Terry Thompson of North Battleford. Jaeger started steer riding at the age of eight years and has advanced to bull riding.
He follows the Canadian Cowboys and Kakeyow Rodeo Associations, bringing home buckles, awards and money over the past several years. Winning the novice bull riding at the Clunie/ Cooper Memorial PBR has been the most memorable so far!
This ambitious teenager’s plans include a college education and joining the rodeo team so he can pursue his passion for bull riding along with advanced education. The first 2024 rodeo will be the CCA Kinsmen Indoor Rodeo in North Battleford the last part of April.
Spiritwood curling bonspiels for 2024 are — Jan. 26 and 27 Derryk Franson Memorial; Feb. 2 and 3 Spiritwood of the North High School Curling; March 9 ladies’ bonspiel; March 14 to17 open bonspiel. Sign up early as this sport brings in curlers from many nearby towns.
Congratulations to a former Mayfair resident who tied the knot Dec. 31. A large wedding took place in Moose Jaw as Ashton Lehman married Jillian Switzerl. They both do the rodeo scene and have ongoing success.
Welcome to January as everything starts with new beginnings including months, chapters, lessons, mindset, blessings, focus, attention, inspiration, opportunities and new results. May this be a snow month for everyone who is praying for it to come.
