James "Marshall" Culham passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at the age of 97 years. He was predeceased by his parents, James and Mary Culham; wife, Anna Culham; son, Garth; sister, Maybeth Hansen; brother, Maitland; nephew, Peter Puckal, brothers-in-law, Doug Lane, George Howell, Wes (Eva) Howell and Gerry (Marg) Dupris. Marshall was born on March 29, 1917 in Weyburn and was raised on the Culham family farm with his siblings. He attended the Prospect School southwest of Weyburn. On October 7, 1948 Marshall and Anna were married at Plentywood, Montana and together they farmed and raised their family in the Union Jack District. During his farming years, Marshall also enjoyed raising cattle, some purebred Charlais, Murray Grey as well as other exotic cattle breeds. Marshall and Anna lived on the Culham farm until 1998 when they moved into Weyburn. For a short time he took up residence at Hilltop Manor. Marshall was an avid reader and in his later years he took an interest in gardening. He was very successful at gardening and his family enjoyed the lush produce he grew. He became a faithful coffee person, often attending coffee row both in the morning and afternoon at various locations. Marshall was also active in his community. He served as Secretery-Treasurer for Prospect Rural Telephone Company. As well, Marshall sat on various Boards and Committees, Councilor for the Rural Municipality of Weyburn Division #1 (1952-1982) and was active in the Prospect Water Users Cooperative Ltd. Marshall will be lovingly remembered by his son, Lloyd (Yvonne) of Weyburn, and their family, Tim (Denise) and children, Ashley and Austin; Eldon and his family Taylor, Kelsey and Chad (Brittany); son, David of Weyburn, and son, Gerry (Kathy Montgomery) of Weyburn; sister-in-law, Hazel Howell as well as nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. A Memorial Service was held on Wednesday, May 21 at 2:00 PM from Fletcher Funeral Chapel, Weyburn with Reverend John Ferrier officiating. Interment followed at Green Acres Memorial Gardens, Weyburn. Condolences may be left at: www.fletcherfuneralchapel.com. Arrangements entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapel, Weyburn, 306-842-5432.
