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The Devils announced the death of Widdifield on Friday, saying he died in his hometown of Saskatoon in Canada. He had been the Devils' Western Canadian Scout for nearly 25 years and was still working at the time of his death.
Widdifield joined the organization in 1986, being hired by his friend and former Devils general manager, Max McNab.
Current Devils president Lou Lamoriello called Widdifield a caring, family man.
Funeral services were on Friday in his hometown.
Copyright © 2011 The Associated Press
36 Entries
Emily Farnham
September 9, 2011
To Twyla and family:
May your hearts and thoughts be filled with memories of wonderful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
My thoughts are with you.
September 7, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tom & Dee Dee Maltman
Audrey Peters
September 7, 2011
Colleen/ Dave, Leslie/ Dan and families
My thoughts, prayers reach out to all of you, in your great loss.
May all your wonderful memories, help to sustain and comfort you.
your Beta sister and friend,
Les Malcovitch
September 6, 2011
I had the great pleasure of watching Doc Widdifield play hockey in Kamsack Saskatchewan 50 years ago. Doc was notable for his heads-up play, the fact he wore a soft leather head gear, and somehow never fogged up his thick glasses.
Doc was tireless, fearless, and one of the great gentleman of that raucous game.
He was also a skilled telegrapher, and knew how to run a railroad, a team, and a very successful life.
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Les Malcovitch
September 6, 2011
I had the great pleasure of watching Doc Widdifield play hockey in Kamsack Saskatchewan 50 years ago. Doc was notable for his heads-up play, the fact he wore a soft leather head gear, and somehow never fogged up his thick glasses.
Doc was tireless, fearless, and one of the great gentleman of that raucous game.
He was also a skilled telegrapher, and knew how to run a railroad, a team, and a very successful life.
Les Malcovitch
Elmira, New York
September 6, 2011
my sincere condolences to you and your famiily may you find comfort in his memories , his love of his family, and his love of hockey. He truly was a man of special mightiness Psalms 90;10. [email protected]
Theresa Campbell
September 5, 2011
I am sorry to hear of you loss and offer my condolences. May you find comfort in knowing God cares for you and will see you through this difficult time.
D Beckett
September 5, 2011
To the Widdifield Family,I am truly sorry for your loss. You have my heartfelt sympathy. May the God of all comfort be with you.
lisa lee harp waugh
September 4, 2011
The Widdifield Family please accept my deepest prayers.
Victoria&Andrew VZj
September 4, 2011
rest in peace'
our sentiments to
The Widdifield Family
In memory of "LES"
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September 4, 2011
Dear Widdifield family, please accept my sympathies for the loss of Doc. Please read Isiah 25:8 and be comforted.
September 3, 2011
It is a sad day for hockey.
Shirley
September 3, 2011
To the Family of Les Widdifield:
May the God of all comfort be with your family during this time of sorrow.
steven stancia
September 3, 2011
RIP
charise morgan
September 3, 2011
My Condolence,
"And if because of special mightiness they are eighty years."-Psalms 90:10. Your loved one who was over eighty and worked until he passed away, was definetly a person with special might. May the god of comfort, comforts your family in their time of distress.
Sincerely,
[email protected]
Camille
September 3, 2011
May the God of comfort and tender mercies-Jehovah-comfort this talented man's family and friends during their time of need. "Doc Widdifield" will be missed.
Michael Zazulak
September 3, 2011
Dear Twyla & Family,
I want to share with you my condolences with the passing of Doc. Since as long as I can remember, even the slightest mention of his name has elicited warm memories and joyful thoughts. His genuine kindness, compassion, and good nature have always been qualities that I have admired and tried to emulate. I am truly fortunate to have him as an inspiration of how to conduct oneself as a man, a husband, a father, a grandfather, and a friend.
Yours Truly,
Michael D. Zazulak
R Golay
September 2, 2011
To the the family of Les Widdifield - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that he will be missed by many.
Mabelann Anderson
September 2, 2011
Twyla and family,
Sincere sympathy at this sad time. Doc was a wonderful family friend.
September 2, 2011
Twyla and Family,
our deepest sympathy on the passing of Doc. May your memories help you through this time of sorrow.
John & Mary Sejevick Watson, Sask.
Hughene Harvey
September 2, 2011
Dear Colleen, Dave and family,
My deepest symathy in the loss of your Dad and grandfather. You will have many fond memories of a life well lived. There will be tears and laughter while recalling the good times; all good for the soul. Take care of yourselves.
Love,
Hughene
George and Peg Achtymichuk
September 2, 2011
Twyla and Family - We remember Doc - such a kind man and always behind the glass at the curling rink giving his total support to Twyla and team. Our deepest sympathy
Glen Dirk
September 2, 2011
Doc, in the past we shared many a scouts meeting room table over the years and I always admired the fact that when you were asked for an opinion you had one and were always prepared to defend it.
A scouts quality to be admired.
RIP in peace my friend a lot of fond memories have passed with you.
September 2, 2011
Twyla, Colleen, Leslie & Families.
May your dearest memories help console you at this sad time. Deepest sympathy.
Betty Ronvel, (Englefeld) Saskatoon
September 2, 2011
To Twyla, Colleen, Leslie and families...Bob and I are truly sorry to hear of our dear friend's passing....we have great memories over the years ...one especially...delivering the toast to the bride at our wedding over 45 years ago...he was a gem. You are very fortunate to have had such a great husband and father in your lives. He will be missed. May he rest in peace....Bob and Faith {Nieman} Ceaser Winnipeg
September 1, 2011
knew doc and was better for it .my deepest condolences------donny paarup colorado avalanche
Lois and Rick Wakeman
September 1, 2011
Rick and I are so sorry to hear about the death of your father. I never had the opportunity to meet him but he sounds like he was quite the guy! Rick remembers him from your time at Englefeld. We're thinking of you. Lois and Rick
Bruce Franklin
September 1, 2011
Sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts are with you during this time of sadness. Doc was a good man who would go out of his way to help you!.
Bruce Franklin
Chicago Blackhawks
September 1, 2011
Leslie, Dan, Taylor & Blair,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts.
Lynn & Denis
September 1, 2011
Colleen, Dave & Family -Our deepest condolences to you at this very sad time.
Sincerely, Donna & Kevin Sarauer
September 1, 2011
See you on the other side Doc. You are a good man.Will miss you...............
Jan Ludvig
Nancy Kerr
September 1, 2011
Dear Twyla,
I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Sincerely Nancy Kerr.
August 31, 2011
From Frank Priestley - former Carload Manager at Saskatoon I enjoyed talking with Doc at meetings and luncheons. Once you met him you had a very nice friend.....He will be missed by
his family and friends and all who knew on the CNR
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Marshall Johnston
August 31, 2011
Twyla and Family,
We were saddened to learn of Doc's passing ... I was in S'toon in May and didn't have another contact # - other than was in the tel. book ... Doc had a great life with significant achievements - especially his WW II contributions ... I enjoyed our years together with the NJ Devils ... regret he had some health issues over the past few years, but overall nothing but fond memories of a "Mans Man" for sure.
Respectfully,
Marshall & Barbara Johnston
August 31, 2011
Hello from Minnesota..saddened to hear of ''the doctors'' passing..a very close friend over the last 25 year..a wonderful man..Jean and Ed Thomlinson
August 31, 2011
Thinking of all of you at this time."Doc" was a great husband, father , grandfather and friend.
love,
Lil Ireland
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