Walter Jacob Baron

Walter Jacob Baron was born September 9, 1927 at Kincaid, Saskatchewan, and passed away November 4, 2016 at the Prairie View Health Centre in Mankota at the age 89. He was the third of six sons born to Pete and Madge Baron. He is predeceased by his parents, brothers Arnold, Herman, Reinhardt and Mark. Walter is survived by his wife of 63 years, Elsie (Loewen), brother Bryce (Jackie), sisters-in-law Marg (Arnold) and Anne (Mark); daughter Esther (Bud) Lynch of Sedley, son Brent (Joan) Baron of Mankota, grandchildren: Ryan (Eden) & Leeah and Kyle (Danielle) & Lacey (Cory) and great-grandchildren Damon and Sienna Baron as well as several nieces and nephews. Walter was a dedicated farmer and rancher and lived on the farm south of Mankota since 1955. He was still hauling this year’s hay bales into the stack yard as late as August. Walter believed in his community and spent many hours volunteering his time and labour to help with community projects. For many years, Walter was an active member of the Mankota Stockmen’s Weigh Co. Our family would like to thank the Prairie View Health Center for the excellent care given to Walter during his short time there. Funeral Service was held Wednesday, November 9, 2016 at the Mankota Agricultural Hall with Rev. Neil Gilbert officiating. A Tribute was given by Walter’s son-in-law Bud Lynch. Urn Bearer was Walter’s grandson Ryan Lynch. Interment was in Mankota Cemetery. Donations were gratefully accepted for the Prairie View Health Centre. Arrangements entrusted to Ross Funeral Service, Assiniboia, SK. An online book of condolences may be signed at www.rossfuneralservice.com.