Obituaries

LLOYD GARTH BURNHAM

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lloyd Garth Burnham on May 21, 2022.

Lloyd will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Linda Simpson, daughters Lisa Gow and Carla Burnham and his grandchildren Ethan, Dylan, and Olivia Gow.

Lloyd also leaves behind his brother Keith and his wife Francis, sister-in-law Donna, in laws from the Ringler and Allen families and many nieces and nephews. Lloyd will be fondly remembered by is stepson Timothy Simpson and his wife Andrea their children Jack and Evelyn and his stepdaughter Lindsay Swanson and her husband Darren.

Lloyd was predeceased by his first wife Isabel (Ringler) with whom he shared his life for 41 years, as well as his brother Ralph, father Kenneth and mother Fern (Baxter).

Lloyd grew up in Rosthern, Saskatchewan. After graduating Grade 12, he attended Royal Roads Military Academy followed by Royal Military College. From there, Lloyd and his family enjoyed many posting throughout Canada and Germany and created a network of lifelong friends. Lloyd served in the Royal Canadian Airforce for 32 years as an Aerospace Engineering Officer and achieved the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Lloyd was not one to sit idle, and upon retirement from the regular force he joined the Air Force Reserves for a further three years, consulting on a Financial Management Program.

Lloyd had a love of sport and a natural athletic ability. In his younger years he played varsity hockey at Royal Military College. Later in life he enjoyed transitioning into Old Timers hockey, slow pitch, curling and golf. Lloyd had many hobbies and interests throughout the years. He will be remembered for his love of woodworking, and many family and friends have been gifted his beautiful handmade treasures. He also enjoyed gardening. He kept a beautiful yard and grew tomatoes and cucumbers for the entire neighborhood. He spent many hours tending to his flowers. Lloyd coupled natural ability and perfectionist attitude to strive for excellence in everything that he did. He created many things of beauty. His sharp mind and intellect made him very hard to beat at Trivial Pursuit and armchair Jeopardy. Most of all, Lloyd loved his family, always striving to make a happy and enjoyable life for them.

An informal gathering will be held at a later date in Rosthern, Saskatchewan.

Condolences may be sent to www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com