Jacob Ernest Klassen

ERNIE KLASSEN Jacob Ernest Klassen, born December 18th, 1935 passed away September 28th, 2010. Ernie is survived by his wife, Iris E. Klassen (Kincaid); son, Robert ( Elaine) Klassen; grandchildren, Paulina and Matthew Klassen; also by three sisters, Nettie Proctor, Dolly Gordon and Tina Klassen; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by his beloved daughter, Colleen Klassen; parents, Katherina and Jacob Klassen; mother and father-in-law, Alena and Earl Kincaid; brothers, Leonard and Edward; sisters, Sherry, Mary-Jane and Helen. Ernie was born, raised and lived his entire life in the City of Saskatoon. Ernie was employed his entire life in one form or another in the transportation industry. Ernie started out working with his father, Jacob, in the drayage business, working with horses and wagons. In later years Ernie started and owned Superior Delivery Ltd in 1959. The company evolved into Superior Cartage Company Limited, a firm he owned up to February of 1986. At that time Ernie sold the business and entered the world of retirement. Finding that he had retired too young, Ernie helped his wife with a business that she had started, Superior Manpower Transportation Services Limited. Ernie was an active member of both the Saskatchewan Trucking Association and a charter member of the Saskatoon Traffic Club. The latter part of Ernie's life was spent caring for and looking after their daughter, Colleen Klassen. Colleen was stricken with MS and rather then have her cared for in a care home or facility, they chose to keep her with them as long as they could. Ernie continued to live in his home until this past February, when a series of medical events and conditions struck he, and his wife. After this, Ernie was never able to return to his home. He was moved from City Hospital's transitional care ward to his last address, that of Extendicare Nursing Home. That is where Ernie passed away. He did not pass on alone. He was with his son at the time of his passing. The family would like to take this opportunity to thank the compassionate and caring staff at both City Hospital and St. Paul's hospital. With special thanks to the staff of the Transitional Care unit at City Hospital who went out of their way to look after and care for Ernie. They are truly angels of mercy. The same can be said for the kind staff at Extendicare and the way they helped and supported the family as Ernie's life was coming to a close. It will never be forgotten. The family would also like to extend, a special and grateful thanks to Ernie's nephews, Wayne Suderman and James Kincaid; sister-in-law, Marge Kincaid, and family friends and neighbours, Glenn and Roseanne Quale, Herman and Nora Wier, Agnes O'Neill, and Ron Hassal, who were and continue to be there for Ernie and the family. In lieu of flowers the family would ask that you make a donation to either, World Vision, MS Society, Diabetes Foundation of Canada, Alzheimer Society of Canada or a charity of their choice. The Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, October 16th at 11:00 a.m. at Mount Royal Mennonite Church (610 Ave O North). Following the service friends and family are asked to gather together for a lunch at the church. Private Interment to follow. Arrangements in care of Kurtis Rae MOURNING GLORY FUNERAL SERVICES (978-5200).