SCHWEITZER: In Loving Memory of Eva Elaine Schweitzer who was born Jan. 27, 1925 at Sintaluta, SK and passed away Nov. 9, 2014 at North Battleford, SK. Eva is lovingly remembered by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and all who shared in her life. Danford (Marlene) - Jaime (Les Herle): Sarah; Erry l (Alana) - Tammi (Edan Bullerwell): Noah & Eva; Todd (Leanne); Kurt (Sharon) - Kyle & Ryan; Alma (Roy Redding) - Kimberley (Ryan Pilot): Brooke, Reese & Ethan; Ashley (Kendall Kovitch): Carson & Alera; Laurie (Gwyneth) - Michael; sister-in-law, Gussie Weran; numerous nieces & nephews. Eva was predeceased by her husband, Michael Joseph (1985) & her parents: Joseph & Julia Waddell; brothers: Ed (Mary), Vern (Norma), Allan (Kay), Sidney (Jessie); sister, Margaret (Cliff Walker). Celebration of Eva's Life was held Fri., Nov. 14, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at Battleford United Church, Battleford, SK with Rev. Nora Borgeson & Joyce Salie officiating. Scripture Reading was read by Joyce Salie. The Eulogy and Memories were shared by Jim Ramsay. Gifts of Music were by Congregation - "Church In The Wildwood", "One Day At A Time" with Organist: M. Junice Headley; Soloist: Edan Bullerwell - "When I Get Where I'm Going"; CD Selection - "How Great Thou Art" and Piano Medley by Shelley Luedtke. The Pallbearers were Ryan Pilot, Kyle Schweitzer, Kendall Kovitch, Ryan Schweitzer, Todd Schweitzer, Les Herle and Michael Schweitzer. An Honour Guard was present with Legion Ladies Auxiliary Branch No. 9 and Honourary Pallbearers were "All who shared in Eva's life". Memorials are requested to Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation. A Private Family Interment took place at Town of Battleford Cemetery, Veterans Section, Battleford, SK. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. EULOGY Eva was born on a farm in Sintaluta, SK on a very cold day on Jan. 27, 1925 to Joseph and Julia Waddell. She had 5 siblings, Ed, Vern, Allan, Sidney and Margaret. Her mother said she was a little bit of a thing so she got the nickname scraps. Eva attended 8 years at Bjelde Creek School. She met the love of her life, Michael Schweitzer at a dance at Willomore School. Eva saw a tall, skinny guy standing at the back of the room. He came over and asked her for a dance; they danced quite a bit during the night, she thought he was just it! After Mickey served over 5 years in the war, they met again at another dance at the town hall. After a short while of dating, Mickey asked Eva to marry him, they went to Lloydminster with another couple and were married, June 29, 1946. Music was a big part of Mick and Eva's life. One of their first big events was playing on the CJNB radio station. They played for many dances in the Battlefords and surrounding areas. Eva also belonged to an orchestra called The Swing-Alongs. Mike and Eva had 5 children, Danford, Erryl, Kurt, Alma and Laurie. Many weekends were spent at the Weran and Owen farms playing music until the sun came up. So much fun was had by adults and children. For many years the Legion was a big part in Mick and Eva's life. Eva became a life-long member of the Ladies Legion Auxiliary Branch Number 9. After the kids left home, Mick and Eva did a bit of travelling and took in many ball games following the Battlefords Boys team all over the place, they were very loyal fans! Bingo, knitting, crocheting, embroidery, painting pictures and doing many crafts everyday was a big part of Eva's life. She loved keeping her hands busy. Eva lived everyday for her family and loved everyone in a special way. CARD OF THANKS The family of the late Eva Schweitzer would like to give a heartful thank-you to the doctors and nurses for the compassionate care given to Mom and family. To our friends and relatives your care and thoughtfulness will never be forgotten. Thank you to Battlefords United Church, Nora Borgenson, Joyce Sali and for the lovely lunch provided. Special thank-you to Edan Bullerwell for the beautiful song and Shelly Luedtke for the touching piano medley. Mom would of thought it was just beautiful! Thank-you Jim Ramsay for reading the eulogy and memories and Kelly Beaudot for the wonderful memories said about Mom. To Bob MacKay and staff thank-you for your professionalism and care during this difficult time in the loss of our dear Mom. The Schweitzer Family. ____________________________________________________
