Murray Stelzer
October 10, 1947 – June 30, 2017

The death of Murray  Stelzer occurred on June 30, 2017 in his home surrounded by his loving family. Murray endured a painful battle with cancer that he fought hard against, showing his unbelievable strength through the struggle.  He allowed us, together as a family, to still find laughter amidst the pain. Murray was the youngest of two children, born to Philip and Alma (nee Lotvedt) Stelzer on October 10, 1947 in Humboldt, SK.  He grew up on the farm in the Verndale district where he attended Selmond School and then Lake Lenore High School.  He went on to further his education at Kelsey Institute in Saskatoon where he obtained his Carpentry papers.  At a young age, Murray worked in Saskatoon in the construction field… but would find himself in Humboldt on the weekends, ordering one small pop at the drive thru of the “Corral” just so he could see his sweetie (Perpy) where she was working at the time.  He married that sweetie, Audrey Steffen, on July 19, 1969 in Humboldt, SK where they would continue to live together for the next 47 years.  Murray and Audrey were blessed with 3 children; Freddy FuddPucker, TummaTumma, and FooFoo.  Murray worked hard all his life making sure his family was always taken care of.  He spent his earlier years working in the construction industry, and then the following 35 years in the maintenance field for Humboldt Housing Authority, where he retired from in December of 2014.  Murray was a strong, loving husband, father, and role model for many, and he valued family and friendships.  22 years ago, Murray became a Grandpa for the first time, which was a new chapter, but one that made him so very proud.  He took his 5 grandboobins – Bunk, Tinky, PooPoo, Bug, and Little Si, into his heart and held them there dearly every single day, loving them beyond words, and he showed it in so many beautiful precious ways.  He was a gentle and caring man who could usually be found lending a hand, affecting you with his contagious smile and genuine heart of gold.  Our lives are filled with so much joy, happiness, and laughter because of him.  He taught us to persevere and to enjoy the little things in life.  He really was one of a kind and the greatest man we knew, and we are so proud of him!  Your spirit will continue to soar in our memories of you.  Thank you for everything!  Murray always took an interest in old cars, antiques, and other such things.  He spent countless hours tinkering in his garage, fixing up or ‘doctoring’ so many goodies he found.  He spent a lot of time with his coffee buddies, he toured the countryside watching for the shiny glisten in the trees of an old car he might be able to sneak a peek at.   He finally bought himself his ’57 Ford Fairlane 500 Convertible in 2012! Murray is forever lovingly remembered by his wife of 47 years Audrey (nee Steffen) Stelzer; his 3 children:  Dave (Katrina Weber) and their daughter Nicole; Craig and his daughter Sienna; and Carrie (Kurt Combres) and children Joel, Taylor, and Kyrie; sister Dorothy Salmond (Arnie); mother-in-law Josephine Steffen; along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, and friends.  He was predeceased by his parents Philip and Alma (nee Lotvedt) Stelzer; and his father-in-law Tony Steffen. A Lutheran Funeral Service was held at St. Augustine R.C. Church, Humboldt, SK on Thursday, July 6, 2017 at 11:00 a.m., officiated by Pastor Clint Magnus. Others taking part were: Elaine Siegel, organist; Michelle Steier, soloist; Gary Jenkins and Dennis Korte, memorial table attendants; Ken Schmitz and Lynn Kosokowsky, eulogists; Taylor Stelzer, memorial tribute; Joel Stelzer, urnbearer.  Honorary pallbearers were “All those who shared in Murray’s life.”  A video tribute was shown by Murray’s family. Interment followed at Humboldt Public Cemetery, Humboldt, SK.  Memorial Donations may be directed to the Murray Stelzer Memorial Scholarship for Carpentry Fund in c/o P.O. Box 1346 Humboldt, SK S0K 2A0.

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