Henry William Gebhart

Predeceased by his parents John and Elizabeth Gebhart, wife Jean Frampton, brothers Otto, Ernie, Jack, Herman and sister, Alice Dotzler; he is survived by brother Edwin (Audrey), Rienhold (Sheila), Norman (Louise), Glen (Betty); sister, Helen Birchard, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Henry William Gebhart was born at home, in the McEachern district of Saskatchewan on January 23, 1926. He attended Festeburt and Return Schools. After his schooling, he worked helping his Dad farm and ranch. He worked for George and Stenner Flaata for quite some time, and then later worked for Olaf Viker.

Henry married Jean Frampton on September 24, 1958. They lived and worked at Olaf’s for a while, until he bought a farm and moved in a house. Jean’s health started to fail in the early 60’s. He farmed, raised cattle, planted trees, and grew a garden as well as caring for Jean and the house. They enjoyed the company of family and friends and playing cards. Jean died on January 6, 1975. Henry sold the farm in 1985 and moved to Mankota. He was a member of the New Horizons Centre and the Bowling Centre where he enjoyed cards and bowling. He loved music and dancing.

In the late 80’s a strong friendship developed between Violet Szigety and Henry. They played cribbage, bowled, attended church and most community functions until their health started to fail.

After having a stroke, Henry was admitted to Prairie View Health Centre where he remained for five years until he passed away. The family wishes to thank all the staff at the Prairie View Health Centre for their excellent care that he received. He will be missed by all.

Funeral Service was held at Calvary United Church, Mankota, SK, on September 17, 2011. The Reverend Mathias Ross officiated. Interment in Mankota Cemetery. Donations in Memory of Henry may be made to the Prairie View Health Centre, Mankota, SK. Arrangements entrusted to Ross Funeral Service, Assiniboia, SK. An online book of condolences may be signed at www.rossfuneralservice.com