![]() Eventually the farm was sold and Philip moved into Spiritwood and built a house there. Although this was very challenging Philip was equal to the task and over time he turned his mixed farm into a successful operation. ![]() In 1965 he left the family farm and began a farm of his own in the Mildred district near Spiritwood, Saskatchewan. Philip obviously was not hesitant to accept new challenges and demonstrated an aptitude for continuous learning throughout his life. Later in life he also added carpentry, painting, and tool sharpening to his varied repertoire of skills and jobs. Although Philip was a farmer at heart he also ventured into other off-farm employment endeavors such as mechanics and welding and became certified in these trades. Upon his discharge from the Army he returned home to assist his father on the family farm. Most of his war service was spent at military placements on the west coast. During World War II he was called to military duty on November 1942 and served as a gunner in the Army. ![]() His early childhood was spent growing up on the family farm and attending West Princeton School. Philip was the fourth oldest in a family of nine children. In memory of GWENDOLYN CARA (SCOTT) FRANCIS, please visit our floral store.Philip Theodore Veller was born on the family farm in the Revenue, Saskatchewan district to Nicholaus & Elizabeth (Bitz) Veller. Gwen was predeceased by her loving husband Allan, her cherished son David, and her much-loved brother John Scott.Ĭards can be directed to: Della Purser - Box 1193, Unity, SK S0K 4L0 She passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer in the Unity Union Hospital where she was cared for with love and compassion. Gwen remained in her home on the farm until a month before her passing. Gwen leaves to mourn her daughters – Della Purser and Carol (Dennis) Goll – and her daughter-in-law, Debbie (Dave Hollman) her grandchildren – Christine Moncrieff (Chris Battersby), Jeanette (Lance) Wagner, Stephen (Sandy) Moncrieff, Dwight Francis, Leanne (Ryan) Partington and her great-grandchildren – Chase, Megan (Christine) Danica, Eric, Kadia (Jeanette) Jessica, Taelah (Steven) Leighton, Ty, Rhett, Kort and Quinn (Leanne). She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Gwen had a zest for life, a big spirit and was always ready to share a smile, laugh, joke or story with one and all. She also enjoyed many winters going south to Arizona with her daughter Carol and son-in-law Dennis. Gwen enjoyed life on the farm gardening, mowing lawn and maintained a keen interest in the farm when it was taken over by her daughter Della after the death of Allan. Her talents were many and her family and friends have many special projects lovingly made by her from knitting to sewing to bears made from many fabrics and furs. She was a great seamstress and taught sewing lessons through Community College bringing her knowledge to many communities in Saskatchewan. She did Artex painting and ceramic classes for many years. Gwen was very creative, had many interests and a lifelong love of learning. Allan and Gwen had a great love for their grandchildren and greatgrandchildren and spent as much time as they could with each of them to form a strong and loving bond. ![]() Gwen was an accomplished cook and loved to entertain friends and family with a beautiful table and theme dinners. They also enjoyed a great social life with neighbors, family and friends. They loved dancing and belonged to all of the community dance clubs. Allan and Gwen together had a very busy and active social life. She was very active in community service through the Legion and was honored as well to take part in Remembrance Day services. Gwen served briefly in the Armed Forces and the Royal Canadian Legion was a large part of her life. She met and married Allan Francis and they shared a deep and abiding love, as well as a wonderful and successful partnership running a mixed farming operation. Gwen grew up with one brother, John, in the Choiceland area. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother, Gwendolyn Cara (Scott) Francis of Rutland, Sask on at the age of 87.
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