Wayne Richard Anthony
Wayne Richard Anthony aged 78 years of Moose Jaw, SK, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 6th, 2023. Wayne was born on September 16th, 1944 in Kincaid, SK to Lorne and Muriel Anthony. The family moved for various farming ventures during his childhood, and finally settled on a farm close to Alida, SK.
Wayne attended university and obtained a teaching degree. He spent a few years teaching in Southern Saskatchewan and then decided to try out some new careers. He attended the International Bible College in Moose Jaw, drove a bookmobile out of Swift Current, SK, worked at a hotel in Lethbridge, AB, then returned to driving a bookmobile in Moose Jaw. Wayne stayed in Moose Jaw and began working at Canadian Tire. Wayne eventually decided to try a life of leisure and retired from Canadian Tire, except he forgot to do the leisure part and was probably busier in retirement than he had been in any of his careers. He travelled on many Missionary trips to Mexico with his church and spent a lot of time helping family and friends. Wayne was a generous, selfless person who went above and beyond, putting his own needs aside to help others when they needed assistance.
He was predeceased by his parents; brother, Les; niece, Shirley; and nephew, Mitch. Wayne will be greatly missed by his brothers, Bill (Kathy) and Dale (Holly); sisters, Hazel (Wayne) and Heather (Bob); nieces and nephews: Lorna, Stacey, Donna, Willa, Sherri, Riley (Denise), Jennifer, Rob (Amanda), and Greg (Monika); many great-nieces and nephews, including his closest: Jesika, Bobbi, Victoria, Shawn, Hannah, Ainsley, Hydie, and Evelyn; aunt, Hazel; as well as numerous cousins.
The Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, April 13th, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. in Moose Jaw Funeral Home. Pastor Larry Hasmatali will officiate and interment will take place in Carnduff Cemetery. Those not able to attend may view the service virtually by going to www.moosejawfuneralhome.com/webcast/. A Time of Visitation for Family and Friends will be held on Wednesday, April 12th, 2023 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Moose Jaw Funeral Home. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Gary McDowell, Funeral Director 306-693-4550
Wayne was a wonderful friend and neighbour, he will be greatly missed.
May you rest in peace Wayne.
Tim and Connie Hembroff
Our condolences to family and friends. Wayne’s smiling face will certainly be missed on Sunday mornings. He was a giving and caring presence in our lives.
I have known Wayne for over thirty years and have always known him to be a person who was the living example of Phil 2:3!
Never self-seeking, always humble and caring; putting others before his own needs…yes, Wayne has left all of us a great legacy of a life well lived!
may his soul rest in peace with the lord.
Condolences to Hazel and Wayne Diebel and all other family members. I aleAys looked forward to seeing Wayne greeting at COG. Going to miss his friendly hello.
I had the privilege of working with Wayne at Canadian Tire. Wayne always had concern for others and was a true gentleman. Rest in peace Wayne.
My Mom, Marlene Little, wishes to send her condolences to Wayne’s family. Wayne was a very good friend to Marlene and Brian. He was always there when they needed him and they enjoyed many good visits. Our entire family really appreciated his kindness and friendship. A kind, humble and gentle man. He will be missed.
Wayne will be missed greatly. Such a kind, soft-spoken man. A real gentleman with a heart to help others. Praying for comfort for his family and friends.
Rod and I want to add our sincere condolences to Waynes family. He was our first landlord just after we were married, fall of 1979, we lived in his little home in Moose Jaw, for about a week before relocating to Lethbridge. Wayne relocated to Lethridge, also and we came to know him as a very sincere, Christian man who lived the “words in red”! He generally had a twinkle in his eye and made an impact on our lives. Til we meet you again, Wayne, thank you for being you!
We’ll miss Wayne’s smiling face and gentle nature. He had a real servants heart. Our prayers of sympathy to all his family.
Wayne was such a Special person, and such a good friend to so many people;
his passing is going to leave a big hole for so many of the friends, relatives,
and even strangers that he was so willing to help! Our lose, Heaven’s gain!
Wayne was the epitome of servanthood and God’s light and love shone brightly through him. He never faltered, always smiled and was just as genuine as could be. He will be greatly missed by so many. Our loss is definitely Heaven’s gain. Our sincere condolences and much love to his family and those closest to him.