Theresa Katherina Carter (nee Ortman) late of Weyburn, passed away Monday, October 8, 2012 at the age of 88 years. Theresa was born in Odessa, on December 18, 1923 and was the eldest of five children. She grew up on a farm in Khedive, and attended school in Ceylon, before moving to Khedive to continue her education. Theresa was married to Elwin Carter on May 11, 1942 in Khedive, where they started their life together. Dwight came into their world in 1956 and as a family they moved to Weyburn in 1958. Theresa was a florist at Murray's House of Flowers (now known as Brady's) in Weyburn for many years. She enjoyed playing bingo as a regular outing. Together Theresa and Elwin enjoyed many years of dancing, camping and fishing. She also enjoyed family gatherings with her siblings and planned a summer vacation every year. Theresa was an active member of the Royal Canadian Legion and St. Mary's Altar Society. She also belonged to St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Parish in Weyburn. Theresa volunteered her time for baking and serving at funeral luncheons at McKenna Hall whenever she was asked until she was no longer able to. Theresa and Elwin enjoyed 44 years together until his passing in 1986. In 1987 she met Lloyd Fisher. Theresa enjoyed helping Lloyd on his farm wherever she could. Together they planted and tended a large garden. Theresa continued to do the things she loved, cooking, cleaning and visits with families and friends. Together with Lloyd she enjoyed holidays and daily outings until their health no longer allowed it. Theresa and Lloyd were together until 2011, at which time their health declined and they were no longer able to take care of each other. Theresa moved into the Radville Marian Health Centre until her passing on October 8, 2012. Theresa's family, Lloyd's family and their friends meant the world to her. She loved watching her three grandchildren and six great grandchildren grow. She was a caring and loving person. We would like to thank our family and friends for taking such good care of Theresa. We would also like to extend our thanks to Dr. Oberholzer, nurses, staff and all those who cared for her at Radville Marian Health Centre. To Theresa, you were all "sweeties." Theresa was predeceased by her mother and father, Peter and Elizabeth Ortman; husband, Elwin Carter; brother, William Ortman; brother in law, Eugene Kerowatski; sister-in-law, Joyce Ortman. She will be lovingly remembered by her son, Dwight (Christine) Carter of Regina; grandchildren, Jody Carter of Airdrie, AB, Sharla (Mike) Pottie of Calgary, AB, Darcy (Carie) Carter of Weyburn; great grandchildren, Kennedy and Sawyer Devitt, Brooklyn, Tyler and Tanner Pottie and Cruz Carter; brothers, Adam Ortman and Joe (Francis) Ortman both of Weyburn; sister, Agnes Kerowatski of Regina; sister-in-law, Evelyn Ortman of Regina, as well as many nieces and nephews; Special friend, Lloyd Fisher of Weyburn. Prayers were said Friday, October 12, at 7:00 p.m. and the Funeral Mass was celebrated Saturday, October 13, at 11:00 a.m. Both services were held at St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church, Weyburn, with Fr. Gerry Bauche celebrating. Pallbearers were Larry Ortman, Brent Ortman, Eldon Ortman, Lloyd Kerowatski, Ron Berezowski, Gerald Ortman. Donations in memory of Theresa may be made to CNIB or the Canadian Cancer Society.Condolences may be left at: www.fletcherfuneralchapel.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapel, Weyburn, (306) 842-5432.
