Eugene "Buck" Gerbig of Maidstone, Saskatchewan passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2014 at the age of 75 Years. Buck was born at the farm in Tebo Corner District. He attended Tebo Corner School where he was at the top of his grade for the last three years (it may have been because he was the only one in his grade). Baseball was a major part of his life, he played with the Standard Hill Lakers throughout his youth and went on to play with the senior team. He loved to coach and naturally excelled at picking out the batters' errors, and helping them correct it. At the age of 16, he went to Edmonton and took a welding course which was very useful for doing his own repairs on the Hughie Ball farm which he purchased in 1960. Buck married Jacquie Stoughton on July 28, 1961, and they raised two boys, Kim and Cary on the farm. They also raised cows, chickens, and had a large garden. In 1996, they moved into the town of Maidstone. He had always been involved with curling but when they moved to town, he found he also enjoyed bowling. In town he continued to enjoy his love of farming by growing fruit trees and gardening. Throughout his life, Loon Lake, fishing, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren brought much joy into his life. His love of music and his drumming skills brought enjoyment to many people's lives. Buck was predeceased by: Ìýhis mother, Ida Gerbig; his father, Lloyd Gerbig: and his sister, Iona Voinorosky. He is survived by: his wife, Jacquie Gerbig; his sons, Kim (Jackie), and Cary (Karen); his grandchildren, Lesley (Nicolas) Weston, Karissa (Dustin) Buckley, Courtney Gerbig, Brandon Gerbig, Jesse Gerbig, and Kendra Gerbig; his great-grandchildren, Brielle and Lexa Weston, and Ben and Cam Buckely. The Funeral Service for Buck was conducted from the Maidstone Legion Hall on Saturday, October 25, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Ean Kasper Officiating. The pallbearers were: Ron Orange, Terry Voinorosky, Kevin Voinorosky, Jim Lorenz, Blain Forsberg, and Marc Bremont. The Standard Hill Lakers Ball Team was the honorary bearers and the honor guard. Courtney Gerbig, Brandon Gerbig and Robin Nesbitt gave the eulogy. The ushers were Sam Kennedy, Barb Jamison, Dale Kennedy, and Deb Kennedy and the organist was Francis Wright. The Interment was at the Maidstone Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association. MARSHALL'S FUNERAL HOME LTD., of St. Walburg, Saskatchewan Ìýadministered the funeral arrangements.
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CARD OF THANKS
The family of Buck Gerbig would like to thank all of our family, friends and neighbors for their support and caring during this difficult time. Thanks to Reverend Ean Kasper for the beautiful service; to those who acted as pallbearers; the Standard Hill ball team for being the honor guard; Ìýto Courtney, Brandon and Robin for reading the Eulogy: to Francis for providing the music, to the Maidstone Ladies Hospital Auxiliary for preparing the lunch and Marshalls Funeral Home Ltd. ÌýThank you to everyone for the food, flowers, and phone calls. Your thoughtfulness will never be forgotten. Jacquie Gerbig and Family.
