FRIESEN: In loving memory of Rudolph (Rudy) Friesen, age 75, who was born on Oct. 21, 1938, at Hepburn, SK and passed away suddenly April 3rd, 2014, in North Battleford, SK. Left to cherish his memories are Special friend and fiancée Ada; Children Lori B.C., Judy (Barry) Medstead, SK, Wayne (Ivy) Lloydminster, AB, Colleen (Tom) Lloydminster, SK, Kathy (Patty) B.C., Kevin, Lloydminster, AB; Stepson Randy, Saskatoon, SK, Stepdaughter Nina (Doyle), Glaslyn, SK; Sister Grace, Waldheim, SK; Brother Helmut (Doris) Pincher Creek, AB., 33 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Rudy was predeceased by his mother Aganetha, father Daniel, Sister Aganeta, Brothers Daniel, Win, Len, Cornie, wife Eileen, daughter Jody and stepdaughter Bonnie. Funeral Service held April 9, 2014, Wilkie Community Hall, Wilkie, SK. Officiant Rev. Rick Martin from Prince Albert, SK. Eulogists Raymond Leger and Colleen Bendall. Readings Gary Neighum and Ralph Finch. Music by Country Cousins. Honorary Bearers: all those who shared in Rudy's life as well as John Veit, Kasper Bachman, Raymond Leger, Pat Hobbs, Robert Barrington, Lloyd Schmidt, Steve Jones, Jack Nelson and Bert Carpentier. Active urn bearers: Wayne Manix, Judy, Colleen, Kathy and Kevin. Ushers: Kyle Bendall and Justin Kirkland. Rudy was a jack of all trades. He grew up on the farm at Hepburn. After leaving the farm, he drove truck for many years. He ran the Pop Shop in N.B., then moved north to Glaslyn where he had a hobby farm. He loved his many different animals, cattle, etc. He enjoyed riding his Tennessee walking horse. Rudy loved to build and fix things up (and he was so good at that). Rudy moved to Wilkie eight years ago. Rudy and Eileen and I were friends for 15 years. I came into Rudy's life two and a half years ago. I am so blessed to have had such a wonderful life with such a special man. We have spent many great days enjoying our wood fireplace, just talking, laughing, playing cards and having family and friends over. The glow and warmth I'll never forget. We did everything together. Whether in the kitchen, finishing the basement, building and fixing the back yard or watching TV together. Last summer going up to our place in Glenbush. Travelling to Montana to Sleeping Buffalo Hot Springs. Visiting many wonderful friends. Rudy looked so forward to going to "Cowboy Church." Rudy enjoyed the gospel hymns and your message, "Rev. Rick," the visiting and lunch after with many friends. These things will always be wonderful memories I'll keep close to my heart. "Love ya honey." Ada. Card of Thanks We the family of "Ruby Friesen" would like to express our heartfelt thank you to all our relatives and friends for your love and support shown through visits, phone calls, caring messages, through prayer, comfort and help at this difficult time. Special thanks to Annamarie, Lorraine, Georgina and Annette, all who helped and brought goodies. My special friend Irene from Montana who stayed with me for two weeks. The staff at Country Cuisine, nurse and Doug Heartfelt, ambulance attendants, the ladies from the support team at the hospital. George and Carol and Rev. Rick who were there for me. Rev. Rick Martin for the outstanding and compassionate service shown to us all. Those who travelled so far, Country Cousins for the music. Raymond and Colleen for the Eulogy. Gary and Ralph for the reading. Honorary Bearers and Urn Bearers. To all who sent floral arrangements, cards, goodies and have helped me and anyone we may have missed. Thank you, Grondin Funeral Services from Wilkie for the compassionate service shown to us at this difficult time. Tributes to Heart & Stroke Foundation, 279 3rd Ave N., Saskatoon, SK or Battleford Cowboy Church, c/o Shirley Smith, Box 33, Battleford, SK, SOM OEO.
