Peggy Jane Van De Sype (Christopherson) born August 15, 1933 at Trossachs, SK passed away August 20, 2017 at the age of 84 years. She was predeceased by her parents, Carsten and Ellen Christopherson; first husband, Mervin Claffey; second husband, Gaylen Van De Sype; daughter, Pamela Becker; grandsons, Chris Becker and Byron Greff; brothers, Bud, Mervin, Kenneth and Clifton Christopherson and sisters, Evelyn Dickinson, Gladys McNaught, Edith Stinson and Helen Branning. Peggy was raised on a farm at Trossachs and received her education in a one room school house. She married Mervin Claffey in Weyburn in 1952 and was remarried 20 years later to Gaylen Van De Sype. Peggy spent her entire life as a homemaker living on farms and ranches in Saskatchewan and Alberta. Peggy enjoyed baking, canning and caring for her family. She was a proud supporter of the United Church in Radville. Peggy enjoyed several special vacations to Disneyland and a Caribbean cruise. Most recently she had a great time attending the Claffey Coalition in Ogema at the end of July, 2017. Peggy will be lovingly remembered by her sons, Jeff (Judy) Claffey of Weyburn; Rick (Laura) Claffey of Regina; daughters, Candace (Gregg) Greff of Lacombe, AB; Tracy (Kelly) Fradette of Saskatoon, SK; son-in-law, Brad Becker of Airdrie, AB; 11 grandchildren; 20 special great grandchildren as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. A Private Family Service will be held at a later date. Donations in memory of Peggy may be made to the Deep South Personal Care Home. Condolences may be left at www.fletcherfuneralchapel.com. Arrangements entrusted to Fletcher Funeral, Chapel, Weyburn, Saskatchewan 306-842-5432.
