Cecil “Mark” Day
DAY - Cecil “Mark” Day passed away on January 23, 2022 at the Eston Long Term Care Facility. He was predeceased by his father Cecil, his mother Barbara (nee Nobbs), his older sister Barbara and his wife Hilda (d. 1982). He is survived by his younger brother Clinton (Edna), two sons Jeffrey (Glendi) and Aubrey (Karen), plus his grandchildren Jared (Chantal), Joshua, Jamieson (Kirsten) and Jordana.
Mark was born on November 28, 1931 in Abbey, SK. He was raised mostly on the family homestead north of Portreeve, but he did reside in Portreeve as well, for better access to schooling. Mark started his farming career early, after Grade 10, as his father was injured and his help was required on the farm. In 1951, the ranch south of the Lancer Ferry was added to the operation and that started becoming the home base. Mark met Hilda Neumann in 1960 and they married in 1961.
Mark’s interests were carpentry, meat cutting, old school mechanics, and building things where he could save a buck. In his way, he could play the violin and piano, while Hilda could play the piano and accordion. They would play and make music together, and keep themselves entertained.
After Hilda passed away, Mark built a house in Eston, and began splitting his time between there and the ranch.
Mark was both sensitive and stubborn, as evidenced by tears and awkward silences. Following a stroke in March, 2005, he lost the full use of his legs and his independence, and he became a resident of the Eston Long Term Care Facility.
He always had a strong faith in God and trusted in his Lord and Saviour. Mark served in many areas of church life, like ushering, boards and committees.
Many thanks go to the care and compassion he received in the Eston Facility. The staff made his 16 year, 10 month stay there as comfortable as possible.
A graveside service was held for immediate family at the Portreeve Cemetery on January 26, 2022, officiated by Pastor Greg Cooper. Kindersley Community Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. If you wish to view the service, you can see it on the Eston Full Gospel Church YouTube channel.