Betty Weisgerber
July 6, 1929 - December 16, 2015

The sudden and unexpected death of Mrs. Betty (nee Wingert) Weisgerber of Saskatoon, SK, (and formerly of LeRoy, SK),  occurred at her residence on Wednesday, December 16, 2015.  She was 86 years of age.   Betty was born on July 6, 1929, at home on the family farm west of LeRoy.  She was the eldest child of George and Sarah “Lilly” (nee Bosquet) Wingert and granddaughter of John and Louise (nee Rosebottom) Wingert and Tom and Mollie (nee Hall) Bosquet.  Betty grew up on the farm and attended Spring Grove School.  On March 30, 1948, she married the love of her life, Jack Weisgerber.  Eight children, four sons and four daughters, were born to them.   Betty and Jack farmed three miles east of LeRoy until 1952, when they moved into town.  The family moved to Saskatoon in 1970.  Betty worked at Del Haven Lodge until her retirement in 1994, and continued to manage Mexicana Apartments until moving to her home on 7th. Street in 1990.  A final move was made to St. Volodymyr Villa in October 2012.  We were truly blessed to have had this five foot giant in our lives. She always looked her best … whether she was getting ready to go to a family wedding, baking a fresh pan of cinnamon buns, or sewing a new quilt for one of her grandchildren. She had a twinkle in her eye, a smile on her face and a glow in her heart that made it impossible for you not to say “HI” back to the person who was just moments away from becoming your life-long friend. Mom loved being around people.  She was what we call a “people person” … whether she was out getting groceries or on a doctor’s appointment she chatted-up everyone.  You could give her a call and ask her what she was up to.  Her reply was:   “Oh I went for a blood test today … I met this nice lady in the waiting room and she told me” … and the story began. Mom had a memory like a steel trap; she didn’t have to write things down or go in and get re-chipped - she remembered it all. That was because she cared.   She wanted to know you -who you were, where you were from, what  you did, who’s your 2nd cousin and what’s your dog’s name.  She came from a family of six, had eight children of her own, 23 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, many relatives, friends and neighbors. Gramma’s extended family list was limitless. She remembered everyone’s birthday, anniversary, where you lived, how many kids and grandkids you had, when someone died, and how many fish you caught the long weekend of May 1980. She even knew how many cats you had, their names and how long you had them. Mom remembered more about the story that you had just told than you did … she was the story behind the story. We all have a memory of a trip with Gramma … Waterton, Calgary, Vancouver Island, Hawaii, Mexico, Toronto, Yellowknife, Emma Lake, Good Spirit Lake … the list goes on. We drove her hard, but she wanted to keep up and keep up she did!  Such great memories. She hated to miss anything. Some might say she was nosey; she looked at it as just being involved.  Gramma Betty was a glass half-full person and she worked hard to keep our glass brimmed to the top and was forever grateful to all who helped fill hers.  Gramma was a caregiver, she made everyone her own, even our pets. She took care of you whether you wanted her to or not, family or friend (she had no foes). Her home was a human SPCA – she welcomed you in, fed you, fluffed you up and helped you on your merry way. Mom was a caring caregiver throughout her life but, on occasion, even a caregiver needs a little help. So we say Thank You to all of Gramma’s caregivers, especially the last few months.  Without your love, help and support Mom’s life would have been a lot different. Mom tried to make the world a better place for everyone she met. Job well done!  We are all better persons because we had the great fortune of having her in our lives.   These are but a few things we will ALWAYS remember about our beloved Betty. You were one of kind. You will be forever in our hearts and will think of you often. We are just so thankful that you were our Mom.  You gave it your best, but now it’s time for a well-deserved rest … God Bless You Mom!  Thank you from all of us.  She will be lovingly remembered by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren:  James (Carol) Weisgerber and family, Christine (Josh) Ross [Samuel, Niklas and Nathan], Grant Weisgerber (Carli Fox) [Clare and Nora]; Joan (Wayne) Thoen and family, Perry (Tara) Thoen [Preston and Alexa], Koren (Randy) ven der Buhs [Caitlin], Lori (Scott) Schuster [Raeya]; David (Darlene Derow) Weisgerber and family, Nathan Weisgerber (Katie Wasylynka), Grahme Weisgerber, Travis Weisgerber, Jordan Weisgerber (Julianna Pickering); Patrick Weisgerber (Shirley McIntosh) and family, Lee (Amber) Weisgerber [Skye and Roman], Sean Weisgerber (Laura Boehme), Jay (Tammie) Wingert  [Jessie], Nelson Wingert, and Bryce McIntosh; Steve (Debbie) Weisgerber and family, Tyler (Nikita) Weisgerber [Hunter], and Renae (Jake) Bundred; Deborah (Brad) Steeves and family, Alison (Curtis) Schwindt, and  John Steeves; Shelley(Charles) Buchanan and family, Jada and Kenya Buchanan; and Sharon (Ron) Thiessen and family, Tanner, Brett, and Cole Thiessen; two sisters and two brothers: Marjorie Hicks, Jean Barrie, Gerald (Mona) Wingert, and Glen (Debbie) Wingert; sister-in-law, Mary MacDonald; and many nieces and nephews.  Betty was predeceased by her husband, Jack (1982); her parents, George (1973) and Lilly (1994); sister, Toddy Stein (2014), brothers-and-sisters-in-law:   Don Stein (2014), George Barrie (2009), Stanley Hicks (2005), Ralph (Tillie) Weisgerber,  Katie (Johnny) Phillips, John Weisgerber, Betty (Reg) Carter, Rose (William) Schwindt, and Conrad (Jo) Weisgerber. The Funeral Service was held at Holy Rosary R.C. Church, LeRoy, on Saturday, December 19, 2015, at 2:00 p.m., celebrated by Fr. Paul Paproski, OSB. Others taking part were:  Randy ven der Buhs, crossbearer; Lori Schuster and Grahme Weisgerber, scripture readers; Darlene Derow, intentions.  Honorary pallbearers were “all those who shared in Betty’s life”.  Active pallbearers were Grant Weisgerber, Perry Thoen, Nathan Weisgerber, Lee Weisgerber, Sean Weisgerber, Tyler Weisgerber, John Steeves, and Tanner Thiessen. Interment followed at Holy Rosary R.C. Cemetery.  Memorial donations may be directed to the St. Volodymyr Villa Activity Fund, 3102 Louise Place, Saskatoon, SK, S7J 4X4.

This Notice Is Courtesy Of
Schuler-Lefebvre Funeral Chapel Humboldt, Saskatchewan
(306-682-4114)