Elaine Morris

Elaine was predeceased by her parents, Paul and Signe Barker. She will be forever loved & missed by her husband of 65 years, Hubert Morris of Weyburn, SK; daughter, Denise Morris (Pauline) of Powell River, BC; daughter, Susan Morris Ross (Bob) of Fillmore, SK; grandchildren, Jamie and Steven (Maddie); great-grandchildren, Mikaila, William, Andy & Sam; sister, Lorna (Lyle) McClelland; brother, Graham Barker; sister-in-law, Roberta Herriot; brother-in-law, Gary (Doreen) Morris as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins & friends.

Elaine was born in Midale, Saskatchewan on September 20th, 1937 to Paul and Signe Barker, the eldest of three children, sister to Lorna and Graham. Elaine was one of the many babies delivered by Doc Mainprize in the area at that time. In her youth, Elaine’s parents made sacrifices so they could afford the weekly bus fare to Estevan in order for her to take piano lessons. Elaine’s young life was also shaped by growing up in the Baptist Church in Midale, the beginning of her faith journey with God.

After attending school in Midale, Elaine followed in the footsteps of her father, choosing a career in teaching. She attended teacher’s training in Moose Jaw and in the fall of 1955 began a teaching position in Fillmore, Saskatchewan. Other than completing the school term in nearby Osage, Saskatchewan in 1957, the year Elaine went to the University of Saskatchewan to complete her teaching certificate, she taught elementary school in Fillmore for 5 years. Her students remember her as a kind and conscientious teacher.

During her time in Fillmore, Elaine met a young farmer named Hubert Morris who became the love of her life. They were married on August 1st, 1959 and in 1960 they moved to the family farm. In time, Elaine became the proud mother of two daughters, Denise and Susan.

Elaine adjusted well to farm life, working hard alongside her husband to ensure success of their small farm. From 1976 to 1992, both Elaine and Hubert were members of the Crossroads Coop Farm. Elaine being meticulous in everything she did, was the bookkeeper for all those years.

Elaine’s greatest contribution to her community was her musical abilities. For 55 years she was the organist at the Grace United Church in Fillmore, dedicating her time and talent to regular Sunday Services, countless weddings, funerals and the thousands of hours spent practicing and accompanying the choir for a multitude of Christmas Cantatas. As a dear friend of hers expressed, “Elaine lifted the hearts and minds of countless souls through her music.”

Above all, Elaine was truly dedicated to her family. Family was important to her. She loved each of us unconditionally, took great interest in the lives of her grand and great-grandchildren and gave support where she could.

Elaine will be remembered by many as a humble, gifted and selfless woman who was an intense listener and had a thirst for knowledge (all those questions!). She will be forever missed, especially by her dear husband of 65 years of marriage.

The Memorial Service for Elaine will be held on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Grace United Church, Weyburn, Saskatchewan with Reverend M. Barnabas officiating.

For those wishing to view virtually, please log in to “Fletcher Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services” Facebook page just prior to the start of the service. A reception and fellowship will follow the service. Interment will take place at a later date at Fillmore Cemetery, Fillmore, Saskatchewan.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Elaine may be made to the Grace United Church at 210 3rd Street NE, Weyburn, Saskatchewan, S4H 0W6.