LYMAN WYLDE SADLER

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LYMAN WYLDE SADLER 1918 - 2000 Lyman passed away peacefully early Tuesday morning, September 5, 2000 surrounded by love. He leaves to mourn his loving wife of 54 years Cicely; and devoted family of three daughters and two sons, Marjorie (Boris) Wlad, Miriam (Bob) Whitely, Sarah (Tom) Santiago, Robert (Bev), and Stan (Corinne) 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Also surviving are one brother Sam (Bernice) two sisters, Lilian Allen and Isabel Simpson; three sisters-in-law and four brothers-in-law, Sheila and Wilford Cotton, Vera and Percy Parker, Iris and Jack Stinson, and Ronald Wilson; also many nieces and nephews and special niece Gloria. He was predeceased by his parents May and Jay Sadler, and two brothers-in-law, Gren Allen and Jack Simpson. Lyman was born in Gainsborough, SK., on April 20, 1918. As a small boy he moved with his family to Renwer, MB., where his parents ran a general store. In 1930 the family moved to Kenville, MB. Here Lyman received his education and met his future wife Cicely. In 1939 he had a short stint in the R.C.M.P., then with a friend he went to Penhold, AB. and joined the R.C.A.F. He served for four years in Canada, England, India, and Burma. On his return to Canada he married Cicely and they moved to Silverton, MB., returning to Kenville in 1947 to take over his fathers store. In 1955 he joined the Manitoba Liquor Commission in Swan River, transferring to Morris in 1960. In 1968 he transferred to Thompson and retired in 1983. After four years he and Cicely moved back to Morris. On arriving in Morris from Swan River he saw potential for a Stampede, and talked and talked, and held meetings until ten men put money up, and the Manitoba Stampede was born. Lyman remained active with it until going to Thompson. Lyman was a life member of the Lions Club, Legion and Valley Agricultural Society, a shareholder in the Development Corporation, and a member of the Curling Club. An avid curler, he had to give it up as shifts at work and school did not permit it in Thompson. In 1967 Lyman started a flag collection which reached almost 400 flags. They were often on display, and each week a different flag flew in front of his home. He loved progress of community, church, and service clubs. At Thompson he was active on Nickel Days, served as a Magistrate, became a Marriage Commissioner, and was active in community events and other interests in the city. He received a certificate in recognition of service to the City of Thompson. His belief in the work of Lions took him to District Governor of the new District 5M12 in 1985, and service on the Governors Council for 5M (Man. Minnesota, and N.W. Ontario). Lyman had a great inner strength and faith, and a delightful sense of humour. He was so very proud of his children and their achievements. He loved to have them home with friends and barbeque. Many wonderful times were had in Morris, at the cottage at Paint Lake, and their apartment in Hollywood, Fl. Morris was a special place where the children attended school and he and Cicely made many lasting friendships. Health problems in 1993 took some of his energy, and in 1997 following a kidney operation and related problems, he was unable to actively take part. This concerned him greatly as he loved to participate and be part of projects. A service of Celebration of his Life will be held at the Morris United Church on Monday September 11 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Bob and Myrna Stark officiating. Flowers are gratefully declined. If you wish, donations may be made to the Red River Valley Lodge Quiet Room Fund, Box 507, Morris, the Morris United Church Memorial Fund, Box 90, Morris, MB. R0G 1K0, or a charity of your choice. Special thoughts to members of the Lions Club, Legion Branch, Jake Friesen, George Smith, Charlie Covernton, Lorne Lewis, Curtis Evenson, Dick Doerksen, and the "Coffee Shop Caucus". Arrangements by the Morris Funeral Home.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 09, 2000