Elmer Howard Evenson, affectionately known as “Papa” to his grandchildren, passed away suddenly in the early hours of Thursday, August 8, 2024, at the age of 87.
Elmer first lived on a farm just west of Haskett, and later south of Lake Minnewasta. When Elmer was just 14, his father passed away, and he left school early to help his mother and his sister on the farm.
Elmer became a skilled farmer, raising both beef and grains. In the late 1950s, Elmer met Catherine Muriel Vick, and they married in 1961. Together, they created a loving home for their children, Scott and Debora, on the property they called “Ironwood Farm,” named for the Ironwood trees growing near the lake.
Elmer’s ingenuity was evident in the many projects he undertook, from building a treehouse complete with electric lights and a television to crafting a motorized go-kart and a rocket ship made from oil drums. The garden tractor he built was featured on the cover of the Welding Magazine.
A devoted father, Elmer was known for his patience and support, with his family. He and Catherine were actively involved in the Scouting movement. They were involved in the local theatre organization – “The Company.” with Elmer contributing his skills to being the stage manager, building sets, and operating the lighting and sound boards for the amateur productions. He was an avid dancer and enjoyed entertaining at Personal Care Homes across southern Manitoba with Friends of Dance.
His long-time membership at St. Thomas Anglican church found him teaching Sunday School, singing in the choir, serving as a Lay Reader and on Vestry as both Peoples’ and Rector’s Wardens.
Elmer and Catherine sold their farm in 2016 and moved to a condo in Morden. In the fall of 2023, Elmer moved to Tabor Home where he spent his final days.
Elmer was predeceased by his parents, Clarence and Martha (nee Link), his sister Dorothy, his brother -in-law Elmer, his parents -in-law Walford and Jean Vick and numerous other relatives.
He is survived by his wife of almost 63 years, Catherine, his son Scott (Carrie), his daughter Debora, grandsons Dacota, Dallas, and Tyler and great grandson Benji, his granddaughter Kayla, his sister-and brother-in -law Barbara and Don Rothenberger and nephew Philip as well as many cousins.
Thanks are extended to members of St. Thomas Anglican Church for their support and prayers and to the staff and residents of Cedar House, Tabor Home for their friendship and care during the past year.
If friends so desire, donations may be made in Elmer’s memory to Alzheimer’s’ Society or South Central Cancer Resource
Elmer first lived on a farm just west of Haskett, and later south of Lake Minnewasta. When Elmer was just 14, his father passed away, and he left school early to help his mother and his sister on the farm.
Elmer became a skilled farmer, raising both beef and grains. In the late 1950s, Elmer met Catherine Muriel Vick, and they married in 1961. Together, they created a loving home for their children, Scott and Debora, on the property they called “Ironwood Farm,” named for the Ironwood trees growing near the lake.
Elmer’s ingenuity was evident in the many projects he undertook, from building a treehouse complete with electric lights and a television to crafting a motorized go-kart and a rocket ship made from oil drums. The garden tractor he built was featured on the cover of the Welding Magazine.
A devoted father, Elmer was known for his patience and support, with his family. He and Catherine were actively involved in the Scouting movement. They were involved in the local theatre organization – “The Company.” with Elmer contributing his skills to being the stage manager, building sets, and operating the lighting and sound boards for the amateur productions. He was an avid dancer and enjoyed entertaining at Personal Care Homes across southern Manitoba with Friends of Dance.
His long-time membership at St. Thomas Anglican church found him teaching Sunday School, singing in the choir, serving as a Lay Reader and on Vestry as both Peoples’ and Rector’s Wardens.
Elmer and Catherine sold their farm in 2016 and moved to a condo in Morden. In the fall of 2023, Elmer moved to Tabor Home where he spent his final days.
Elmer was predeceased by his parents, Clarence and Martha (nee Link), his sister Dorothy, his brother -in-law Elmer, his parents -in-law Walford and Jean Vick and numerous other relatives.
He is survived by his wife of almost 63 years, Catherine, his son Scott (Carrie), his daughter Debora, grandsons Dacota, Dallas, and Tyler and great grandson Benji, his granddaughter Kayla, his sister-and brother-in -law Barbara and Don Rothenberger and nephew Philip as well as many cousins.
Thanks are extended to members of St. Thomas Anglican Church for their support and prayers and to the staff and residents of Cedar House, Tabor Home for their friendship and care during the past year.
If friends so desire, donations may be made in Elmer’s memory to Alzheimer’s’ Society or South Central Cancer Resource