After a life well lived, Jean Marion Wyatt, late of Carlyle, and formally of Kisbey, passed away at Carlyle on December 27, 2011 at the age of 84. Jean was predeceased by her husband, Harold (1991); parents Carlos and Bertha Pollard; two brothers; four sisters; three brothers-in law; and two sisters-in-law. Jean is survived by her children, Gerry (Betty) Wyatt, White Bear Lake; Connie (Bob) Milligan, Weyburn ; Doug (Leanne) Wyatt, Kisbey; Sister Nora Singleton, Kisbey; 11 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; brother-in-law, Jack (Pat) Wyatt, Kisbey; numerous nieces and nephews. Jean was born April, 27, 1927 in Kisbey, grew up and received all her education in Kisbey. On July 14, 1948 she married Harold Gordon Wyatt and they purchased and settled on the Joe Hewitt farm SW of Kisbey. During the years on the farm they saw many changes from no power or sewer system to a highly mechanized farming operation. During her children's school years, Jean was kept busy attending and driving kids to ball games, hockey, football, curling, 4-H and music lessons. She also enjoyed gardening, baking, sewing, quilting, writing poetry and volunteering in the community whenever needed.Jean and Harold enjoyed short holidays in Saskatchewan and one very memorable trip to Hawaii - but for the most part they were content spending time in their small community and socializing with their farming neighbours. Attending all activities of their children and grandchildren was their priority. Jean's greatest joy was babysitting her grandchildren and being with family and friends. Harold passed away in 1991 and Jean remained on the farm until moving to Arcola in 1998. She now had easier access to the grand kid's school and sporting activities. Her home, once again, became the haven for many lunches, meals and sleepovers. Jean enjoyed her home and neighbours in Arcola, taking pride in her well groomed lawns and flowers.Due to sudden failing health in Dec. 2007, Jean had to leave her home and move to Moose Mountain Lodge in Carlyle. She appreciated the care she received from all the staff and enjoyed visitors. On Tues. December 27, in early am, Jean passed away peacefully with family by her side. Jean (better known to all as Grandma Jean) will be missed by all and forever loved. A funeral service for Jean was held Friday, December 30 at 2:00 pm in Kisbey Recreation Centre, Kisbey, with interment at Percy Cemetery. Pallbearers were her six grandsons: Brad and Chad Wyatt; Cameron and Michael Wyatt; Devin Milligan; and Trevor Branvold. A musical tribute was sung beautifully by granddaughter Carlee Wyatt. The eulogy was offered by daughter Connie Milligan and granddaughter Carrie Bavle. For those so wishing donations may be made to the Palliative Care Fund at Moose Mountain Lodge or Arcola Health Centre. Expressions of sympathy to the family may be sent to website www. orsted-carlylefuneralhome.com. The family wish to thank all of the staff of Moose Mountain Lodge for the professional and compassionate care shown to our Mother and to our family. Special thanks to Michael Ellis for officiating at the service and extending your special friendship to Mom. Thank you to the pianist Wendy Rounce and the community choir for your gift of music. To Wayne Orsted, thank you for your care and guidance at this time. Thank you to the Kisbey Rec. Centre for providing your facility and preparing a most delicious lunch following the service. To everyone, many thanks for gifts of food, flowers, cards, caring thoughts and donations. Your support was greatly appreciated by all members of the family. ~The family of Jean M. Wyatt
