Obituary of Ernest Poorman

Ernest Joseph Alexander Poorman was born on the Daystar First Nation on November 22, 1943; a son of Fred Joseph and Bessie (nee Kinegron) Poorman. Ernest began his work career after attaining his trade in carpentry at Moose Jaw. First, the Gordon First Nation pre - fabrication plant for five years then at Carry The Kettle, Piapot and Pasqua First Nations as well as others south of the valley. He also worked at the Gardiner Dam by Outlook, Sk and at the construction of the "Centre Of The Arts' in Regina. His biggest pride and joy was building 14 houses in 10 months for Kawacatoose First Nation. He would be at the job site at 5 AM every morning installing insulation. Unfortunately, this insulation had contributed to fibrosis; a condition of lung disease. On Sunday, December 2, 2007 at the age of 64 years Ernest joined his Creator. He passed away at the Yorkton Regional Health Centre. As well as being hardworking in various places around Saskatchewan; with carpentry being his trade; Ernest also was a kind hearted man and always helped others especially in his retirement. In his younger days he participated in hockey and baseball. Ernest enjoyed socializing with his friends and would find time to play cards or square dance when he was able. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife Lauretta; children: Joanne of Ontario, Joe of Vancouver, BC and Jeannie of St. Annes MB. His brothers: John, Bill (Lillian), Fred (Loraine); sisters: Joyce (Doug Ford) Dustyhorn and a step - sister Edna Poorman of Saskatoon. Ernest was predeceased by his parents; two sisters one in infancy and Stella Machiskinic, and a brother Steve. Interment Details