Obituary of Gerald Garth Glauser

A memorial folder from the funeral service may be printed under the "Memories" tab, then choose "Memorial Program". GLAUSER - Gerald 'Garth' Glauser, beloved husband of Shirley Glauser, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, November 8th, 2006. He was 71 years of age. Garth was born in Yorkton, Saskatchewan on July 26, 1935. He was the eldest of two sons born to Gerald and Helen (nee MacDonald) Glauser. After attending Victoria School and graduating from Yorkton Collegiate Institute, Garth joined the Royal Canadian Navy in 1951 and served for five years. Upon his return from duty he met Shirley Beitz, and the couple was united in marriage on May 22nd, 1959. In the 1960's, Garth and Shirley had three children; Lori, Larry and Scott. Garth's early employment with Scott Fruit Co Ltd and McCormick's, took him on the road where he met and began his lifelong friendship with Dean Gay. In 1976 Garth and Wayne Stephens opened Stephens Furniture, later to be called Glauser's Furniture. Garth retired at the age of 65, after he sold Nutter's Bulk Foods. It was during this time Garth discovered his hidden talents for gardening, 'community' garage sales, painting and window washing…. During their marriage of 47 years, Garth and Shirley enjoyed traveling to many parts of the world, often with close friends. Garth tolerated the winter months, and enjoyed curling in the men's block and in the mixed block with Shirley, Dean and Sylvia, but it was only to pass the time until the gates at Deer Park Golf Course opened. For well over 40 years, Garth was a member of Deer Park Golf Course (back to the days of course manager Bill Kerr). He loved the 'game' and the guys, almost as much as he loved the course. All events were scheduled around the 6:45 a.m. tee off every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. In the early years, Garth invested an endless amount of time volunteering and raising money to improve the course and served on the Deer Park Advisory Committee until spring of 2006. Garth was predeceased by his parents, Gerald and Helen; his only brother Duane; and his sister-in-law Joyce Glauser. Always in their hearts, Garth leaves to celebrate his life, Shirley, his wife of 47 years; his children Lori (Jamey) of Yorkton, Larry (Debbie) of Saskatoon and Scott (Andrea) of Calgary. His grandchildren, Angela, Michael, Joshua, Jessica, Stephen, Brent and Samantha; his sister-in-law Betty Beitz of Winnipeg and his niece April Glauser of Steinbach MB. The Funeral service was held on Monday afternoon November 13, 2006 from St. Andrew's United Church Yorkton, Sask. with Pastor Steve Rosluk of First Baptist Church officiating. Ruth McPhee was the organist leanding the First Baptist Church Choir and Congregation inthe Hymns: "How Great Thou Art " and "Amazing Grace". The Choir Anthem was "Be Strong In The Lord". The "Lord's Prayer" was sung by soloist Sharon Coleman. the Reflections and remebrances of Garth's life were given by Dean and Sylvia Gay with Stephen Glauser conveying memories on behalf of his grandchildren. The Honourary Bearers were: Dean Gay, Vern Pachal, Bill Wright, Willie Mark, Howie Fehrenbach, Bill Kuspira, Norm Vance, Don Miskiman, Peter Wiley, Larry Wells, Garth Tillman, Ed Smith, Dale Skibinsky, Bill Oliver, Bob MacDonald, Don Haider, Dave Graham, Ken Cottenie, Brent Brown and Murray Bialobzyski. Stephen Glauser was the urn bearer with the interment to place at a later date. cremation and funeral arrangemenst were by Bailey's Funeral Home Yorkton Service Information Monday, November 13th, 2006 2:00pm, First Baptist Church Interment Details Yorkton Memorial Gardens