Obituary of Boyd Anderson

Boyd M. Anderson, a much loved family man and well known and respected rancher from Southern Saskatchewan passed away with family at his side at Providence Place in Moose Jaw on December 1, 2016 at the age of 96 years. Boyd was born March 1, 1920 in Nurse Meeker’s shack near the Montana border. He lived all his life in Southern Saskatchewan except from 1942-1945 when he served in World War II. He settled happily into ranching and family life with his new wife Lorene (nee Landers). However Boyd also had a drive to improve living conditions for ranching and farming communities. Immediately after returning from Europe he became involved in community and political affairs and this continued for over 40 years. His contribution to his community has been recognized with many honours including an honorary doctor of law degree from the University of Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan Order of Merit and membership in the Order of Canada. Boyd will be missed by many, especially by his family. He loved sharing his love of the hills, the prairie and the history with everyone. He loved family get togethers and was keen to host and celebrate all special occasions. In later years Boyd and Lorene enjoyed many family visits and trips with their children and grandchildren. Boyd and Lorene were proud of their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren and all will miss Grandpa Boyd’s wisdom, warmth and wonderful stories. Boyd is survived by two daughters Marion (Dave) Wolff, Susan Anderson-Bell (Robin Bell); two sons A. Boyd (Jenny), Lloyd (Nyla); 17 grandchildren Jim (Jennifer) Anderson, Jason (Lorie) Anderson, Don (Yeoyoung) Anderson, Krista MacKinnon, Robert (Irina) Wolff, Todd Wolff, Corbin (Lona) Froshaug, Ryan (Carla) Froshaug, Bonnie Froshaug, Justin (Elysse) Froshaug, Tyler Bell, Shane Bell, Brittany Bell, Mackenzie Bell, Connor Anderson, Lander (Taylor) Anderson, Chay Anderson; and 13 great grandchildren. Boyd is also survived by three sisters Lila (Elvin) Mitchell, June Barber, Thelma (Emile) Poirier, and one brother Carl (Camille) Anderson. Boyd was predeceased by his wife Lorene (nee Landers) in 2007; daughter Linda Froshaug in 2003; son-in-law Ralph Froshaug; grandson Neil Froshaug; two sisters Verna Montgomery and Marjorie Linthicum; five brothers Lawrence, Eugene, Cliff, Jim, and Martin. Funeral Service was held on Saturday, December 10, 2016, at 2:00 p.m., at the Glentworth United Church, Glentworth, SK. Officiant was Pastor Neil Gilbert. The eulogy was shared by A. Boyd Anderson. Musical tribute, "Rock Creek Waltz" was played by Susan Anderson-Bell. Readers were Lona Froshaug and Jenny Anderson. Remembering Boyd by Marion Wolff. Poem, "The Crocus" was recited by Krista MacKinnon. Legion Tribute was led by Lionel Moffatt, and an honour guard was formed by the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 342. Words of thanks were given by Lloyd Anderson. Pallbearers were Boyd's grandchildren. Interment took place at Mountain View Cemetery. Memorial donations in memory of Boyd to the Waverley Sports Garden, c/o RM of Waverley, Box 70 Glentworth, SK S0H 1V0, were greatly appreciated.