4.4.3.4. Agnes Janet Adams (1920-2014)

Agnes Janet Adams (1920 ~ 2014)

4.4.3.4. Fourth child of John Adams and Sophie Kurtenbach, Agnes Janet Adams, was born June 8, 1920, in Humboldt, Saskatchewan.

She married Stuart John Priest, son of George John Priest and Gladys Millicent Victoria Medland, on July 30, 1943, in Humboldt, Saskatchewan and had two children:

(4.4.3.4.1) Wayne Stuart (1950 ~ )
(4.4.3.4.2) Brian John Medland (1952 ~ )

Agnes J. Adams Priest died September 9, 2014, aged 94 years and Stuart J. Priest died June 27, 1996, aged 73 years in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

----- MARRIAGE -----

Adams—Priest

A quiet wedding took place at the United Church Manse on July 30, 1943 when Agnes Adams, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Adams, became the bride of L-Cpl. Stuart John Priest, son of Mr. and Mrs. G. Priest, of Edmonton, with Rev. E. S. Leaker officiating.

The bride wore a pink and rust dress with tan accessories and a corsage of pink roses. Miss Annette Sands was the bride’s attendant, wearing for the occasion a cinnamon brown flowered dress with matching accessories and also a corsage of pink roses. Pte. Harold J. Adams, brother of the bride, was best man.

A reception was held at the home of the bride’s parents with relatives and close friends being present. The bride’s table was centred with a three tiered wedding cake, imbedded in tulle and flanked with white tapers. The toast to the bride was proposed by Rev. Leaker and responded to by the groom.

Tea honors were performed by Mrs. Colin Sands and Mrs. J. Mackie, while assisting in serving were Mesdames Felton, Olsen and the Misses Donalda McCuaig and Helen Weiers.

The happy couple left by train for Edmonton en route to Red Deer where the groom is now stationed. Humboldt Journal, Aug. 5, 1943.

----- OBITUARIES -----

Agnes J. Adams Priest

The family of Agnes Janet Priest sadly announces her passing on September 9, 2014. Agnes is survived by her sons: Wayne (Linda) and their daughter Meghan, and Brian (Agnes); her brother Harold (Lucy) Adams; sisters: Vivian Phillips and Shirley Checkley; and by her many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Stuart; her parents, John and Sophie Adams; brothers: John, Archie, Walter, Earl and one brother in infancy; and a sister, Marion; as well as several brothers and sisters–in-law. Agnes was born June 8, 1920 in Humboldt, SK. She worked at the Dairy and Bank before marrying Stuart Priest who was with the R.C.M.P. on July 30, 1943. They moved to Ontario during the War years while Stuart was in the Canadian Army. Their sons Wayne and Brian were born in London, Ontario. Agnes, Stuart and the boys moved to Saskatoon in 1956. Stuart became a CA and worked with the Federal Government. Agnes worked at the Bank, she was a Beauty Counsellor rep., and in the women’s dept. at the Bay. They attended All Saints and St. Timothy’s Anglican Churches. Agnes volunteered in the gift shop at RUH hospital and volunteered for many school activities. She enjoyed playing cards, particularly Bridge, 31 and Hand and Foot, and was a keen gardener. The annual holiday at Waskesiu, where she watched Stuart and the boys play in the Lobstick was always looked forward to. Agnes enjoyed listening to music; Glen Reeves and Eddie Arnold were two of her favourites. The get togethers with relatives at Christmas, New Years and other holidays were very special occasions which she loved. Time spent with friends including Marie Riggs and Jean Tiffin were treasured by Agnes. She will be remembered for being a kind, caring, giving and warm hearted person. We will miss you. She used to say, “Remember me with a smile, not a tear because that is how I will remember you.” Her family would like to thank the staff at University and City Hospitals for the kindnesses and excellent care given Agnes. A small gathering to remember Agnes will be held at noon on Friday, September 12, 2014 at the St. John’s Columbarium (816 Spadina Cres. E., Saskatoon). Donations to the Alzheimer’s Society or Parkinson Association or the SPCA would be appreciated in memory of Agnes. Arrangements are entrusted to the Saskatoon Funeral Home (306)244-5577. Saskatoon Star-Phoenix, Sept. 11, 2014.

Stuart J. Priest

September 9, 1922 ~ June 27, 1996

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Stuart John Priest, age 73, on June 27, 1996. Stuart was born September 9, 1922 in Edmonton, Alberta. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Agnes (Adams); two sons, Wayne (Linda), granddaughter, Meghan Rae, Brian (Agnes), all of Saskatoon; two sisters, Heather (Bob) MacKenzie and Marge (Jack) Robinson of Aldergrove, B.C. Stuart was predeceased by his mother in 1970, and his step-father in 1971. Stuart will be dearly missed by many relatives and friends in Saskatoon, Edmonton, Leduc, Regina and Bermuda. A memorial service will be helf for family and friends on Sunday, June 30 at 2:30 p.m. at the Chapel of the Saskatoon Funeral Home conducted by Rev. Tony Thompson. In lieu of flowers donations to Sunnyside Nursing Home would be appreciated. Saskatoon Star-Phoenix, June 29, 1996.