Dear Lynn and Bob, 
We were very sorry that we could not be at the service for your Father. We were, in fact, back in Saskatoon at the time otherwise we would have been there. Joanne filled me in about the funeral, etc. since she came back.  I have a lot of fond memories about your Dad and Mom especially from when Joanne and I were in training together at Holy Family. We spent some weekends at their home in Regina and although we were on opposite ends of the political scale, it never got in the way of some great conversations. Your Dad had a wonderful sense of humour and we had some fun times. He was a great support to Jo and Stella through some very tough times and I know that you will miss him. Take care and know that we are thinking about you.

Dear Lynne and family,

My sympathy to you on the loss of your father.  I never knew him well personally but he was one of those colorful people that the media made us feel like we knew. I remember the time Lynne, when you were our teacher at Kipling School and you arranged a tour to Regina for our class.  One of the stops on the tour was the Legislative Building when your Dad was the leader of the opposition.  I've never forgotten how our class all squeezed into his office and he took time out of his busy schedule to tell us some stories.  All of us kids from small town Saskatchewan felt like we were in the presence of royalty. I remember the ringing of the bell which he ignored for quite a while as he continued to share stories with us.  Finally he smiled and said "I guess I better go.  That bell won't stop ringing until I get out there." 

Take care.  We know the loss of someone close is never easy.

I was 19 years old and fresh out of the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon. Dave Steuart asked me to work for him in Regina, where he was the Leader of the Liberal Party of Saskatchewan and Leader of the Opposition in the Legislative Assembly. He was the first real "boss" I had and I loved him. I am not sure how much help I was to him over the next three years, but he taught me so much and he did it in such a kind and patient way. He also took me into his heart and into his family.

Many years later, when I was talking to him in Kelowna at my mother's home where he was a frequent visitor, I told him (I don't remeber the context) he was the best boss I ever had. He looked both suprised and pleased and said "really?". I assured him it was the case and I am so glad I did.

Many kisses to Lynne and a warm hug to Bob.

Jim

Dear Lynne, Bob and family
On behalf of my brother Brad Balkwill, Kim Marsden and myself Roxy Balkwill we offer our condolences of your loss. We understand the feeling just losing our Mom, Elaine Balkwill in July.  We have many memories of your dad at work or just playing cards with our family at our home.  May these days of grief be short lived but the memories live forever.

The Balkwill Family

It was with great sadness that I learned of Davey's passing this past weekend. He leaves behind as his memorial a wealth of accomplishments that speak to his strength of character, his vision and the generosity of spirit shown through tirelessly working for public betterment. We are proud to have had Davey as a part of SUMA's rich history; he represents the leadership, integrity, enthusiasm and cooperative spirit to which the organization has always aspired. His legacy is great, and he will be missed. On behalf of SUMA, I extend sincerest condolences to his family and friends.

Allan Earle
President, Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association

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David G Steuart

26 January, 1916 – 5 November, 2010

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