Obituary of Beulah Kemp

Beulah Jean Kemp, nee Tetreau, long-time resident of the Harptree district, went to be with her Lord, on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at the age of 91 years. 

Beulah was born September 18, 1934, on the Tetreau family farm at Horse Creek, Saskatchewan.  On the day Beulah was born, a winter storm came up and her father had to go for a load of coal to heat the house. Her Uncle Emery and his family lived half a mile away, and he operated the local post office out of their home.  His daughters walked up to see their new cousin, carrying with them the post office scales, which were used to officially weigh Beulah.

Beulah was the youngest of 7 children born to Bob & Nellie Tetreau. She, along with her siblings, Gilbert, Willis, Norman, Arbutus, Marion & Shirley grew up on the farm at Horse Creek where they enjoyed a very happy childhood.  Beulah attended Lark Hill School for Grades 1 – 10. In November of 1951, Beulah went to Regina where she attended Success Business College.  She later found work for the Federal Government as a secretary for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. In 1953, Beulah changed jobs and went to work for the Provincial Government as a clerk for the Department of Agriculture where she worked until October of 1956. 

On October 20, 1956, Beulah married Norman Kemp at Horse Creek. For the next 60 years Beulah and Norm farmed and made their home at Harptree, Saskatchewan and this is where their three children: Ronda, Doyle and Barry were raised.   In 2016, due to failing health, Beulah and Norm moved off the farm and into the Villa in Bengough where they enjoyed living for the next 7 ½ years.  In July of 2023, they moved to Midtown Care Home, in Weyburn, Saskatchewan.

Beulah was a devoted Christian. In July of 1945, Beulah was baptized in the dam at Horse Creek, and for over 80 years she was a faithful member of the Church of Christ.  She was an example to many with her dedication to Christ. She loved God’s Word and longed to spend eternity with Him.

Beulah loved to garden.  She had a passion for flowers and grew a huge garden every year. She loved sewing, quilting and especially enjoyed getting together with her Harptree neighbours for quilting days.  

Our mother struggled with Huntington’s for over 25 years, but she was never defeated by the misfortunes that came with this disease.   Mom suffered quietly for so many years with many falls, bruises, cuts and broken bones; yet, she never once complained.  Our family will always remember that despite all these difficulties, her response was always to find the positive in every situation. Mom was always an encouragement to others, often with just her beautiful smile. Even after being diagnosed with Huntington’s, she was determined to continue to live a life of service to God, her family and others.  And Mom, you did!  Our family is so proud of you.  We now understand clearly the words penned by a Jewish philosopher, “Tis a fearful thing to love what death can touch.”  We will always love you Mom....you are our superhero!

Beulah is survived by her loving family

Children: Ronda (Greg) Ashworth, Doyle (Debb) Kemp & Barry Kemp

Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren:

Tim & Ashley Ashworth and their children: Mason, Ryker, Luca, Wilder & Avery

Krystal & Mike Devick and their children: Madison, Lincoln & Carter

Delee & Joel Noble and their children: Kai, Cash & Everett

Darla & Joel Ashby and their children: Sawyer, Paige, Blair & Jake

Dallas & Ray Rusk and their son: Cooper

Dalton & Jocie Kemp and their daughters: Hazel, Olive & Stella

Sister: Shirley (Brian) Haubrich

Sisters-in-law: Vivian (Shelby) Severson and Marilyn Ross

Brother-in-law: Wayne (Betty) Kemp

and numerous Nieces and Nephews

She is predeceased by

Loving husband: Norman Kemp (February 2025)

Parents: Bob & Nellie Tetreau

Father-in-law & Mother-in-law: Les & Pearl Kemp

Sisters: Arbutus Tetreau, Marion (Floyd) Jacobs

Brothers: Gilbert Tetreau, Willis (Gerda) Tetreau & Norman Tetreau

Brothers-in-law: Jim Guskjolen and Tom Ross

and Great Granddaughter: Eden Ashworth

Funeral Service was held on Friday, October 24, 2025, 11:00 a.m. at the Bengough Community Centre. Service conducted by John Smith, minister of the Weyburn Church of Christ. Opening prayer led by Doug Coroluick. Congregational singing led by Lowell Peterson. Scripture reading read by son Doyle Kemp & great grandson Cash Noble. Eulogy delivered by son Barry Kemp. Closing prayer led by Doug Roberts. Pallbearers were Beulah’s six grandchildren Tim Ashworth, Krystal Devick, Delee Noble, Darla Ashby, Dallas Rusk and Dalton Kemp. Interment followed at Harptree Clearview Cemetery. 

If so wishing, memorial donations may be made to Zambia Mission Fund Canada or Huntington Society of Canada