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Obituary: Gerald Louis “Jerry” LeFaive
December 27, 1941 – March 09, 2026 (age 84) Opening Line With deep love and profound sadness, the family of Gerald Louis “Jerry” LeFaive announces his peaceful passing on Monday, March 09, 2026, in Gull Lake, Saskatchewan, at the age of 84. He left this world surrounded by family, with the music of his favourite artist, Johnny Cash, playing softly at his bedside. Life & Legacy Jerry was born on December 27, 1941, in Ingersoll, Ontario, to Gerald LeFaive Sr. and Doris (Foote)
Mar 17


Obituary: Shelley Jane Bryant
November 3, 1951 – February 25, 2026 (age 74) Opening Line With heavy hearts but deep gratitude for her life, the family of Shelley Jane Bryant announces her unexpected passing on February 25, 2026, at the age of 74. Shelley was born on November 3, 1951, in Gull Lake, Saskatchewan, the cherished daughter of Russell and Miriam Bryant. She grew up in the Carmichael area, attending school there before riding the bus into Gull Lake High School, where she graduated and formed frie
Mar 10


Obituary: Mrs. Alma Slywka — Gull Lake, Saskatchewan
– February 13, 2026 (Service Date) We remember and honor the life of Mrs. Alma Slywka of Gull Lake, Saskatchewan. A memorial service will be held on Friday, February 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m . from Knox United Church, Gull Lake, with Rev. Ken Schrag officiating. Donations & Memorials Memorial donations in Alma’s memory may be directed to: Grandmother’s of Guatemala Closing Line Arrangements entrusted to Warren’s Funeral Home.
Feb 9


Obituary: Bud “Barreling Bud” Ellefson
January 23, 1931 – January 23, 2026 (age 95) Opening Line It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Bud Ellefson on January 23, 2026 , his 95th birthday. Bud was born on January 23, 1931 , in Buchanan, Saskatchewan , the youngest of two boys. As a teenager, his family boarded a train and travelled across the prairies to settle in Medicine Hat, Alberta , where Bud spent the early years of his adult life. Life & Legacy Bud was a hardworking young man who made his livi
Feb 9


Obituary: Norman Girodat
– January 18, 2026 It is with profound sadness that the family of Mr. Norman Girodat of Gull Lake, SK, announce his passing on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Cypress Regional Hospital in Swift Current, SK. Celebration of Life • Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 2:00 PM • Gull Lake Community Hall, Gull Lake, SK Donations In lieu of flowers, donations may be made directly to any family that is battling cancer. Acknowledgements The family sincerely thanks everyone who has reached out
Jan 21


Obituary: Anthony Dennis Bollman — Swift Current & Gull Lake, Saskatchewan
Date of Passing: December 26, 2025 Age: 45 Residence: Swift Current, Saskatchewan Anthony Dennis Bollman passed away on December 26, 2025, at the age of 45. He was born on January 23, 1980, in Swift Current, Saskatchewan. He will be dearly missed by his mother, Beverley Bollman , and his siblings Angela (Ron) Bollman, Melinda (Silvana) Bollman, and their children. Anthony was predeceased by his father Dennis Bollman and his older brother Jonathan Bollman. He will also b
Jan 5
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Empire Diner Moves Forward With New Ownership and Familiar Faces
Left: Manager Jamba | Right: Owner Akash Karwal At a Glance — Empire Diner Owner: Akash Karwal (new) Manager: Jamba (continuing) Menu: Current items staying; new recipes, offers, and themed nights being explored Updates: Considering interior/exterior renovations to modernize the space The Empire Diner in downtown Gull Lake is beginning a new chapter. New owner Akash Karwal , who took over the business about six months ago, says the decision to invest here came down to the
7 days ago


Andrew Robertson Brings a New Mural to Gull Lake
A striking new black‑and‑white mural is coming to life on the north wall of Campbell’s Accommodations Fourplex , along Rutland Avenue and 2nd Street —a well‑traveled stretch of Highway 37 as it moves through Gull Lake. Local artist Andrew Robertson—known across southwest Saskatchewan for his monochromatic murals and large‑scale public art—began painting this week and is already more than halfway through. The piece features a young girl surrounded by sweeping black‑and‑white
Apr 11


🏆 March Showdown: Pig Spleen vs. Supercomputer
March in Southwest Saskatchewan delivered the full prairie sampler: warm spells, sharp cold snaps, surprise moisture, and a general refusal to commit to spring. Perfect conditions for another round of our friendly forecasting rivalry between the Tompkins Pig Spleen Forecast and Environment Canada’s Supercomputer‑powered seasonal outlook. Here’s how we score each month in the Pig Spleen vs. Supercomputer rivalry: How the Scoring Works Each forecast earns 1 point for each cor
Apr 8
Upcoming Events in Gull Lake and Area

Local vendors, handmade products, and a great reason to spend a spring day in Maple Creek.Multiple DatesSat, Apr 25Town-Maple Creek Armories
Canadian Independent Bookstore Day at Yellow Canary Books & StationerySat, Apr 25Yellow Canary Books & Stationery

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