Obituary of William Daniel Lutz

Mr. William Daniel Lutz of Yorkton beloved husband of Joyce; passed away on Saturday, May 14, 2005 at the Yorkton Regional Health Centre at the age of 73 years. Dan was born on January 24, 1932 on the farm at Fenwood Sask. to Peter and Phillipeana (nee Lutz) Lutz. He was baptized at Fenwood, Sk. and was confirmed at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Yorkton by Pastor Alex Propp. He lived with his parents on the farm in the Homefield area where he attended Smokeside School until 1944 when his parents purchased land in the Tonkin area. There he attended Anemone School achieving his Grade 6 Diploma. Due to the untimely passing of his mother, he stayed at home to help with the farming which was his dream in life ever since he was a small boy. He was employed by Sask. Wheat Pool at Tonkin assisting Stan Callander for several winters and learned a great deal of knowledge in the grain trade by doing so. He also helped Lyle Pearce operate a portable grain cleaning outfit for one year before he and his bother George purchased their own outfit which they operated for a good number of years, cleaning for many farmers in the surrounding area. By doing so he gained a lot of knowledge and experience in farming. In 1954 Dan started farming on 40 acres of land in the Tonkin area which he rented from Lincoln and Frank Cherry. It was his pride and joy as he finally had a start of his own. On November 11, 1956 he was united in marriage to Joyce Holstein. Their marriage was blessed with 5 sons and 1 daughter. They continued to rent and live on the Holstein farm which they later purchased. They had livestock on the farm for a few years until Dan's allergies prevented him from continuing to do so. Although it was a hard decision to make, he had to sell them, and with his love for the land became more involved in grain farming, purchasing several parcels of land in the area and renting from others when they asked him. He was always willing to help anyone when they needed help and would never say "no". He always felt that to till the soil and sow the seed and watch it grow and harvest it, was the talent God had given him and he felt very close to God doing so. He took great pride in all that he did and always gave it his best. Although farming had a lot of hardships along the way, he was never one to "quit" and was always a fighter and an optimist for the future. He loved to work together with his sons and started his sons out early with farming, and they worked side by side until they were able to venture out on their own. He was very grateful and thankful for all the people that worked for him and with him. Many became close friends. He couldn't have done it without your help. Dan and Joyce retired from farming moving into Yorkton in 2000. Dan enjoyed taking time out in the summer months for a couple of weeks to go on a family holiday or go to the lake. Later in life when the family was grown, Dan and Joyce would take a week or so in the winter for a holiday. In Dan's earlier years, he loved to ski behind horses with his brothers. He also loved to playball. He was also seen driving around the countryside on a scooter he had Hank Bartlett make for him and his brother. Dan was also an avid curler, starting at Tonkin when it opened up and continued to curl in many surrounding areas taking home many trophies and prizes. He had a love for dogs and it was not unusual to see him drive around the countryside with 2 or 3 of his canine friends riding in the back of his pickup. He was a kind, loving and devoted husband and loved all his children and grandchildren. He was very proud of each of them. He was anxiously awaiting the arrival of his first great grandchild. He was a devoted member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Yorkton serving as Deacon for several terms and enjoyed the men's breakfast group. Dan was predeceased by his mother Phillipeana 1946, Father Peter 1998, brother Johnny in infancy, a grandson Matthew Timothy 1989, step mother Frieda 1998 and a sister - in - law Shirley Lutz 1994. He is survived by his loving wife Joyce of 48 years. His five sons, one daughter and their families: David, Marie Lutz, Tim, Corinn Lutz, Brooklyn, Harvey, Karen (Walchuk) Lutz, Justine, Jolene and Jake, Shirley, Dale Lockhart, Jennifer, Kristal, Carter, Emma Jerry, Carmella Lutz, Connor, Courtney, Kiara, Kaybrie, Ken, Dawn Lutz, Austen, Angelia Schrader, Kennedy and Kamry Lutz, all of Yorkton, Sk. Also his brothers: George (Margaret Thorvaldsen) Lutz, Edmund (Myra) Lutz and Dan's four sisters: Lucy (Erich) Katzberg, Dorothy (Helmut) Lemke, Violet (Walter) Maximuik, Marlene (Verne) Mellor a special "Mom" Edna Elder, a special "cousin" Shirley Pachal and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. The family would like to express their sincere thanks and appreciation to all the nurses and staff and Dr. Soumbasis who took such good care of Dan while he was a patient on First East. To Jolene Cherland in Palliative Care, The Home Care Staff, Rhonda Hawkins, Hospital Chaplin Morris Elfenbaum and all the family and friends who came to visit, sent food, flowers, cards, phone calls, donations and all your thoughts and prayers. Our special thanks to Pastor Fred Schneider for his many visits at the hospital and for the comforting service at the funeral. To the organist, Carla Laycock and for all who took part in the service. Thanks to the Ladies of St. Paul Lutheran Church for providng an excellent lunch and to Bailey's Funeal Home for your guidance and direction at a time of need. May God Bless You All Joyce Lutz and families A service of comfort for family and friends was held on Wednesday evening, May 18, 2005 from St. Paul Lutheran Church Yorkton with Pastor Fred Schneider officiating. Carla Laycock was the organist leading the Congregation in the Hymns: "Bringing In The Sheaves" and "Beyond The Sunset". The poem "En Voyage" was read by Lorne Niebergall. A special song entitled "Imagine" was sung by granddaughter Emma Lockhart with tributes from sons: David and Jerry. The Funeral Service was held on Thursday afternoon, May 19, 2005 from St. Paul Lutheran Church Yorkton, Sask. with Pastor Fred Schneider officiating. Carla Laycock was the organist leading the Congregation in the Hymns: "I Was There To Hear Your Borning Cry", "In The Sweet Bye And Bye" and "How Great Thou Art". Granddaughter Brooklyn Lutz played the Piano Solo ". The special Music Selection "Daddy's Girl" by Oraia was played. Tim Lutz son of Dan gave the reflections of his father's life. The interment followed in the Garden of St. Matthew Yorkton Memorial Gardens with all those who knew and worked with Dan as Honourary Bearers and his children David, Tim, Harvey,Jerry, Ken Lutz and Shirley Lockhart serving as Casket Bearers. services directed by Bailey's Funeral Home Yorkton Service Information Thursday, May 19th, 2005 2:00pm, St. Paul Lutheran Church Interment Details Yorkton Memorial Gardens