Harlos, Wilfred William
Wilfred William Harlos
Wilfred William Harlos aged 79 years of Regina, SK, left this world on Saturday, April 1st, 2023, sent off with love from a family grateful for a lifetime of love and guidance.
He was predeceased by his parents, William and Charlotte; siblings: Gottfried (Agnes), Walter, Kaye (Ainsley) Reneau, and Sylvia (Paul) Ingold; mother and father-in-law, Gladys and John Erdelyan; granddaughter, Amanda Harlos; and nephew, Daryl Harlos. Wilf is survived by his loving wife, Cheryl; sons: Darren (Jen), Randy, and Michael (Erin); grandchildren: Emily (Cody) Lemon, Ava, Macy and Everett Harlos; brothers and sisters-in-law: Garry and Joyce, Ken and Janet, Terry and Carla Erdelyan; as well as many extended family members and dear friends.
Wilf grew up in Spring Valley, SK. He was very athletic playing ball, football and competitive curling into his 60’s. In 1977 he played in the Provincial Curling Championships which was a real highlight. He loved the Roughriders, Blue Jays and Montreal Canadians.
In 1968, Wilf married Cheryl Erdelyan and they moved to Avonlea, SK. They spent 38 years creating memories in the home that Wilf built for them. In 1973, they welcomed Darren to their family, in 1975 Randy was born, and Michael rounded out the herd in 1977.
Wilf spent 25 years working at the Claybank Brick Plant until it closed in 1989. He then went on to work at Clark Agri-Services until he retired. Wilf did many things to support his family, but none that he loved more than his time spent farming. Wilf farmed his whole life while working full time. Wilf’s work ethic was admirable as he never complained about the long days of physical labour providing for his family.
Wilf spent many happy hours coaching his sons’ ball teams or driving them to their hockey games. He never missed a game, often loading up his Oldsmobile with extra kids as well. The unexpected thrill of being called “Grandpa” brought much joy to Wilf’s later life. His grandchildren were his pride and joy and it showed, even driving 5 hours to bring his dog for a grandchild’s Show and Tell.
Our family is very grateful for the wonderful care of the Palliative Home Care nurses and Palliative nursing staff and doctors on 3A. Special thanks to Dr. Morris for his compassionate care and receptionist Marnie. Thank you to Delbert Chicoine for his friendship and visits.
A Celebration of Wilf’s Life will be held on Saturday, April 8th, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. in Moose Jaw Funeral Home with Reverend Jennifer Holtslander officiating. Those not able to attend may view the service virtually by going to www.moosejawfuneralhome.com/
God keep you till we meet again.
Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Andrew Pratt Funeral Director 306-693-4550
Cheryl and family my deepest condolences and prayers so sorry the hear this always hard to hear in hugs and prayer my for you all are going on
Thank you Ruth for your condolences and prayers.
Your condolences and prayers are appreciated.
Sending condolences to you and your family Cheryl. Memories will be close to your heart’s forever.
Hi Elaine,
What a nice surprise to hear from you. Thank you for thinking of us at this time.
My sincere condolences to Cheryl, the boys and all the family during this time, God Bless
Thank you Michelle, nice to hear from you.
What a gift to read the obituary. It brought the joyful memories our family had with the Harlos family. We had many meals in their home, in fact me and my brides were gifted the Harlos home that Wilf made to get ready. Wilf was always a welcoming host. He always had jovial moment my my kids. Our deep condolences to Cheryl, Darren, Randy, Michael and all the family.
Yes Angel, lots of beautiful memories. We were going through pictures and we have quite a few of your girls so will gather them up and get them to you.
Thanks!
Sending you love and light at this difficult time. I’m so sorry I won’t be able to attend the service. I’ll be keeping you all in my prayers.
My dear Tammy
We appreciate your thoughts.
Aunt Cheryl, Darren, Randy, Michael and all of the family.
My deepest sympathy to all of you. I was very sorry to hear about Uncle Wilfred’s passing. Unfortunately I won’t be able to attend the service but my thoughts, prayers and hugs will be with all of you during this very difficult time.
Love Twyla
Condolences to the family. I have many fond memories of Wilf. From him coaching our baseball team when I was growing up to later on the great chats we had while loading up fertilizer. He will be missed.
Hi Jason,
So nice to hear from you and thank you for sharing your memories. He sure enjoyed coaching baseball all those years ago.
Hi Twyla,
Thanks for thinking of us at this time. We know he is not suffering now so it makes this time easier.
Hugs, prayers and our deepest sympathies to Cheryl and family.
We like hugs, thank you Elaine and Jim!
My deepest sympathies Cheryl, Darren, Randy, Michael and family.
I had the pleasure of working with “Uncle Wilf” for many summers and later on full-time. He was very welcoming and well respected in the community. I can still picture the path carved out in the grass where he would travel to and from home and work daily. I will never forget all the funny stories, great work memories and the impact your husband/father had had on my life.
May these many great memories you had built together bring you comfort and strength during this difficult time.
Hi Curtis
Thank you for sharing your memories of Uncle Wilf, they are so nice to receive. He sure enjoyed working with you and all the fun. I think that path got carved as something happened to the truck he drove to work, then he walked! Those were good times!
Dear Cheryl,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Sincerely, Bonnie ( your classmate at Reliance).
Bonnie,
What a nice surprise! I sure appreciate you thinking of us.
Thank you.
Cheryl and family our deepest felt sympathy at this time. We know Wilfred will be greatly missed. It has been a few years ago that we enjoyed his company; but we still remember his great zest for life, humor and caring personality. We regret that we will not make it to the funeral Saturday; but our thoughts will be with you.
Gerry and Irene
Yes he certainly leaves a big hole in all of our hearts and we will miss him.
We appreciate your thoughts.
Dear Cheryl and family ,
We were so sorry to hear about Wilfred’s passing .Many memories of ball games and Spring Valley activities .So wonderful to read about Wilfred’s life well lived .Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time .
Jerry & Leona Hicke
Jerry and Leona,
Those ball games sure do bring back wonderful memories from along time ago! How did this happen??
Sure appreciate you sharing.
Cheryl and family, on behalf of the Peakman family I want to share our sincere sympathy for you loss.
Wilf was a welcome friend and companion on so many activities growing up in and around Spring Valley during our school years. Our loving thoughts and prayers are with you. Jim, Linda, Rita and Janet.
The Peakman Family
So nice to hear from all of you at this time. Spring Valley sure was a close-knit community and a lot of fun was had. He looked back fondly on those days.
Thank you for your comments, so appreciated.
Cheryl & family, we are so very sorry for your loss.
Wilf was one of the first people we met when we lived in Avonlea years ago. Jeff loved working with him & always thought the world of him. The girls said he was like an extra grandpa. We never saw him without a smile or without a few minutes to chat. He’ll be dearly missed.
Sending all our love, hugs & prayers.
The Henry family
Hey Shirene,
So nice to hear from you. Oh how Wilf enjoyed working with Jeff and appreciated him. He enjoyed your girls and their birthday parties too!
Dear Cheryl, Darren, Randy, Michael and families; our hearts ache with you in sorrow. Please share the special memories that you have with each other and keep them close to your hearts.
Thank you Pat & Randy, yes we have been treasuring our memories this past week and weekend. It was nice to all be together to celebrate him. He does leave a big hole but he is in a better place.
Cheryl & family , so sorry for your loss. My prayers & thoughts are with you!!
Hi Betsy,
So appreciate you thinking of us at this time.
Our Deepest Sympathies to You Cheryl and Family Our Prayers and Thoughts are with All
Of You. From Robert, Faye Rusu and Family
Hi Faye, Robert and family,
It was nice seeing you and thank you for your prayers and thoughts, they are appreciated.
My deepest and sincere sympathies Cheryl and family.treasure your memories.
Hey Sandra,
Thank you and we are treasuring our memories now.
Our heartfelt sympathy to you Cheryl and all your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this sad time. Debbie and Edwin
Debbie and Edwin,
We appreciate you thinking of us at this time, thank you.
Cheryl, Very sorry to hear of your loss. Growing up with old friends like Wilf brings back many memories. My thoughts are with you and your family… All the best ,,,,Rich Hirschmiller
Hi Rich,
Thank you for your thoughts to us at this time, they are appreciated.
And times like this sure does stir up memories.
Thank you Pat & Randy, yes we have been treasuring our memories this past week and weekend. It was nice to all be together to celebrate him. He does leave a big hole but he is in a better place.