Mary Joan Howard Mary Howard, late of Frobisher, Sask. passed away suddenly on April 17, 2013 at the age of 86. Mary is survived by her husband, Lyle Howard; children, Brian Howard, Frobisher, Sask.; Janice (Melvin) Hannah, Yorkton, Sask.; Heather Howard, Frobisher, Sask.; Jim (JoAnne) Howard, Alameda, Sask.; Grandchildren: Jordan (Chantelle) Hannah, Jillian Hannah, Samantha and Jessica Howard; Great Grandson Connor Hannah; siblings Jack Sabroe and Irene Gibson, Edmonton, Alta., as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mary Joan Howard was born October 1, 1926, in Portal, North Dakota to Ernest and Mary Sabroe. She was the eldest child of six. Mary spent her early years on the farm south of Frobisher and attended Erniwin School. In 1938 the Sabroe family moved into Frobisher when her father Ernie became the postmaster. After finishing her Grade 12 schooling in Frobisher, Mary worked in Shapiro's store and after the passing of her father, in 1949, started working at the Frobisher post office, first as part-time then 21 years as Post Mistress. Mary retired in 1991 after 42 years associated with the post office. On January 23, 1952, Mary married Lyle Howard. Mary and Lyle celebrated their 61st anniversary this past January. Mary enjoyed life. She was a great cook who took the time to prepare all the special things her family enjoyed. Spring always was a special time of year for Mary as she looked forward to starting her tomatoes. This year the tomatoes that were started by Mary, will be lovingly planted by her family. Mary was always proud of her Danish heritage. Her father Ernest, who had immigrated as a young man from Denmark to Canada, spoke often to Mary about his family remaining in Denmark. One of Mary's great pleasures in life was her trip to Denmark, Sweden and Norway to observe first-hand what her father had loved. In the last few years, as her health declined and she was unable to do the things she most enjoyed, she always managed to be optimistic and looked to the good in life. Her favorite saying was "If you can't say something nice then don't say anything at all." Mary will be remembered as a quiet, kind, faithful wonderful person who will always be in our hearts. The Funeral Service for Mary was held April 23, 2013 at 11:00 in the Frobisher Union Church with Don Britt officiating. A family interment followed in the Frobisher Cemetery. Urn bearers were Brian and Jim Howard. Those wishing to make donations in Mary's memory may do so directly to STARS Air Ambulance or the Frobisher Union Church. Arrangements entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan.
