George Ford

FORD - On August 18, 2007 Mr. George Ford of Regina, formerly of Grand Coulee passed away at the age of 79 years. He was predeceased by his parents Harry and Martha; six brothers; three sisters and sonin-law Ed McEachern. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 56 years, Ida; ten children Pat (Lorna), Gloria (Ken) McLaughlin, Debbie (Dave) Spooner, Carole, Susan (Terry) Lolacher, Linda McEachern, Nancy (John) Lambert, Kelly (Shelley), Tom (Aida) and Theresa; 24 grandchildren; 27 great grandchildren; two brothers Leo (Barb) and Keith (Marlene); brothers-in-law Roy Chuckry and Bud Minnick. George was raised on the family farm near Pangman, SK. During WWII, he followed his older brothers to Ontario and attempted to join the Army. Being too young, he spent time in Northern Ontario where he instead joined the CPR. He returned to Saskatchewan in 1946 and worked for the railway for the next 40 years. He married Ida in 1950 and they were blessed with ten children. George took interest in Regina Little Theatre, acting in, and promoting 'The Trial of Louis Riel'. He acquired his ham radio operator's license on his first attempt and spent many years volunteering with the Emergency Measures Organization as well as coordinating the Snowbird Network in Arizona. One of his biggest pleasures was singing. He spent over 20 years as a member of the Regina Male Voice Choir. After retirement, George and Ida summered in Grand Coulee and spent winters in Mesa, Arizona. His greatest joy was his family; he was their biggest fan, supporting them in all their activities. A SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE will be held on Thursday, August 23, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at Regina Funeral Home, Hwy #1 East, Regina, SK with refreshments to follow. INTERMENT will take place in the Pangman Cemetery, Pangman, SK at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. To sign the online book of condolences visit: www.regina-memorial.ca . Arrangements are entrusted to