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Lance NAPIER Obituary
(John Howard Jr.)
August 7, 1950 - October 10, 2014
Lance passed away peacefully at St. Paul's Hospital, October 10, 2014 after a long battle and complications with West Nile and kidney failure. Lance worked for Saskatoon Transit Systems for 25 years retiring in 2006. Lance will be lovingly remembered by his special friend and caregiver Loraleigh Garner, stepsons James (Marnie), Michael (Josee), grandchildren Barrett, Charlie, Jonathan, Lili, Ivi, his sister Dorothy, brothers Robert (Karon), Steve (Wendy) and many nieces and nephews. Also special friends Peter Wolfe and Frank Penner who shared his love for antique cars and car shows. He was predeceased by his parents John and Mary Howard. Donations in Lance's memory would be graciously accepted for Kidney Foundation. The Funeral Liturgy and Celebration of Lance's Life will be held on October 15 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church (211 Avenue O.South). Arrangements in care of Saskatoon Funeral Home.
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October 18, 2014
Your are now in the arms of Jesus, not ever again to be in pain. You will always have a special place in the hearts of those who love you. I will always cherish the happy times that we had, "picking those rocks" with Anne to beautify our yard. Leighton, Matthew,Rowena and Kel will miss you
October 15, 2014
On behalf of ATU 615 we extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Lance . I had the pleasure of working with Lance . He was a kind gentle man and highly respected amongst his coworkers. Jim Yakubowski ATU 615
cliff embury
October 15, 2014
Worked with Lance for many years. He was a good and honest person. He will be missed.
David Johnson
October 14, 2014
I worked with Lance from 1981 until my retirement in 1998. He was a great guy and will be missed. My condolences to his family and friends.
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Peter Wolfe
October 13, 2014
Lance was a very good friend for many years and we enjoyed working on his Model A Ford together. I will miss his phone calls. May you Rest in Peace.
Dan & Bonnie Bichel
October 12, 2014
It was a pleasure to work with Lance, he was the kind of person who I and everyone who worked with him could call a true friend he will be missed by all of us
Cherey Dean
October 12, 2014
I worked with Lance at Transit for over 20 years-im sorry for the loss to the family,and friends, and know he is now in a better place.
Bobbi Chris
October 12, 2014
Sorry to hear of Your Loss. Our Prayers go out to you all
Anne John
October 12, 2014
We are sorry for you loss. Lance was a Great Man. He was our neighbor for about 25 yrs .. and we couldn't have asked for a better neighbor and dear friend.
Dennis Yaskowich
October 12, 2014
Rest in peace Lance, dear friend of 46 years. I'll miss you.
October 11, 2014
Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow Loraleigh and all . . . Darlene & Terry Pekrul
Sarah Howard
October 11, 2014
Uncle Lance you are so loved and so missed ... May you be at peace now and without pain ...
Erwin & Joyce Berg
October 11, 2014
Our condolences to the family. We've know Lance for almost 40 years. He was a good friend and curling buddy!
Rick Cherry
October 11, 2014
Worked with Lance at transit when he drove and as an inspector. Sorry for the loss.
clarissa shetterly
October 11, 2014
we will miss you uncle...and yeah your now with your parents again...you can look down on us now...
clarissa shetterly
October 11, 2014
sorry to miss you uncle...at least your with your parents now...and forever
This has been lite since the first time you left us and came back to us .this candle will always be lite for you
Shona Stittle
October 11, 2014
We are gonna miss you uncle , u have been threw so much now your pain is gone . I will always remember the last 3 words you said to me . I LOVE YOU. I will always treasure those words .u have gained your wings now u can fly rest easy love you to the moon and back oxox
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