TEBAY: In Loving Memory of James Jonathon Tebay who was born January 1, 1918 at North Battleford, SK and passed away March 3, 2012 at North Battleford, SK. Left to cherish Jim's memory: his loving children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Mary (Edward) Scott, Maymont, SK and family: Mark (Laura): Shauna-Marie and Aidan and Matthew (Deanna Eckel); Victor (Joanne) Tebay, Maymont, SK and family: Danny, Steven and Sheldon (Caitlyn Klassen); Jo-Ann (Don) Hills, Rosetown, SK; his sister, Joyce Davis of Lloydminster, SK; sister-in-law, Helga McDonald, Winnipeg, MB; nieces, nephews and their families. Jim was predeceased by his loving wife, Isabel Tebay, April 28, 2006; one son in infancy; his parents, John William and Mary Alice Tebay; brothers, George and Jack Tebay; sisters, Lily Hutchison, Gwen Peat and Sadie Baker; brother-in-law, Victor McDonald. Service of Celebration and Thanksgiving for the life of James Jonathon Tebay was held Saturday, March 10, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. from Sharon United Church, Maymont, SK with his daughter, Rev. Jo-Ann Hills officiating. Gifts of Music were Organist, Mrs. Valerie Gray; Sharon United Church Choir and Friends; Soloist, Robert MacKay - "The Old Rugged Cross" and Hymn Selections, "Bringing In The Sheaves", "Precious Lord, Take My Hand" and "In The Garden". Shared Memories were given by his daughter, Jo-Ann. The Honourary Pallbearers were "Maymont 747 Ball Team and all who shared in his life" and Active Pallbearers were Danny Tebay, Steven Tebay, Sheldon Tebay, Mark Scott, Matthew Scott and Tom Butterfield. Memorials are requested to Maymont Sharon United Church or Maymont/Glenburn Regional Park. Interment took place at Maymont Cemetery, Maymont, SK. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. 446-4200. EULOGY It is with great sadness that we announce the death of James Tebay on Saturday March 3, 2012 at River Heights Lodge. James Tebay was born January 1, 1918 at North Battleford, Sask, the eldest son in a family of seven. His parents lived in various locations in Saskatchewan until they settled on the Loveless Homestead in 1926. James started school in the Lake View area (later became known as the Alticane district), then Bathgate & Wavie Bank Schools. During the war years Jim worked on the pipelines in Â鶹ÊÓƵern Saskatchewan and in 1942 he worked in an Ontario bush camp as a cook. He delivered horses, riding the rails and worked on many threshing crews before returning to the farm to help his father. James met the love of his life, Isabel McDonald when she came to Saskatchewan for a holiday with his sister Gwen. James and Isabel were married June 23, 1951. They raised a family of three - Mary, Victor and Jo-Ann. They lived on the old homestead until moving to the Tom Sawyer place in the fall of 1960. James farmed with his brother George and later his brother Jack moved back and helped out on the farm. Victor joined the family operation after graduating from school. James learned his work ethic, determination and love of the land from his parents. He passed many of these qualities onto his own children and grandchildren. James taught by example. He gave his time to community by serving on the RM Council, was a school trustee for Wavie Bank School, was a member of the Board of Stewards for the church and took a turn as treasurer of the Home & School Association. James made a life not just a living. He taught us respect for the land and for all living creatures. He worked hard but still made time to attend his children's sports activities be it a hockey or softball game or a figure skating event. James and Isabel travelled Saskatchewan and Canada with the sports, first watching their children and then their grandchildren. James and Isabel travelled to England three times to visit their ancestral roots. James was thrilled when his cousin Peter came from England to help celebrate their 50th Wedding Anniversary in 2001. James put many miles on his golf carts (wore out two of them) and a Mule (ATV) while checking his gardens, cattle, crops and who was doing what. We were never sure how many miles he put on some days (he didn't always follow our approved paths) but these vehicles gave him the means to get around the farm as his mobility declined. Having to bury his siblings and wife took its toll on James. He lived on the farm until he was hospitalized in the fall of 2009. He took up residence at River Heights Lodge on January 11, 2010. He was a farmer to the end - he enjoyed his many visits to the farm after becoming a resident of RHL. On March 3, 2012 he joined all those who went before him. Rest in peace Dad. CARD OF THANKS The Family would like to thank Dr. Johnson and all the wonderful staff at River Heights Lodge who cared for Dad. We would like to offer our sincere thanks to the many relatives, friends and neighbors who have helped us during this difficult time. Thank you for the phone calls, personal visits, cards, food, flowers and all the memorial donations - they are greatly appreciated. Thank you to the Hall Committee for the excellent lunch after the Service. It is so great to be part of such a caring community. Thank you to Robert MacKay and the staff of The Battlefords Funeral Service for their compassion and understanding. Thanks to each and every one of you - your kindness will never be forgotten. Mary, Victor, Jo-Ann and families ____________________________________________________
