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VERNON GEORGE NEW

Vernon George New of Moose Jaw passed away peacefully in his home with his family by his side on July 25, 2018 at the age of 85. Vern worked for the Canadian National Railroad and in the oil industry prior to settling into a long career with the Highway Traffic Board. Following a brief period of retirement Vern went on to work with the Regina Housing Authority. Once Vern finally decided to retire permanently him and his wife Peggy settled in Moose Jaw in 1999. Vern was an avid sports fan. He coached, played, and watched all sports but his true passion was Baseball. Giving back to the community was very important to Vern; he served on the church board at Bethel and Westminster United Church. Vern had also been a member of the Masonic Lodge for many years. Vern and Peggy enjoyed camping with family and friends right up until his death. Vern’s greatest joy was his family. He was the patriarch, the pillar of strength and “fixer” of all things for a family that will miss him deeply. We Love you. Vern is predeceased by his parents Robert and Louise, father and mother in law Tom and Nell, infant brother Sonny, sister Bobbi (Marv),granddaughter Chelsea, sister in law Connie (Grant), brother in laws Keith (Audrey) and Matt. Vern is survived by his best friend and wife of 62 years, Peggy; children Lynne, Russell (Heather), Tony (Cathy), Tara (David); grandchildren Jeff (Nicole), Ben (Christina), Cody (Channy), Tyrus (Natalia), Tucker (Rina), Thomas (Heathir), Kael, Sam, Callahan (Pharaoh), Emma, Dylan (Kelli), Megan (Rob); grandson in law Dan; great grandchildren Noah, Jake, Remi, Lotus, Kaidan, Jovi, Haylen; sisters Joyce and Sheila (Ron); brother in law Russ (Martha); numerous nephews, nieces and extended family. A private family service will be held at a later date. In living memory of Vernon, a memorial planting will be made by W. J. Jones & Son Funeral Home. Please sign the memorial register at website: www.wjjonesandson.com (Obituaries).

Dayna Chamberlain - Funeral Director