The Lester family is sad to announce the passing of Elsie Vera (Hardy) Lester, age 93, on February 21, 2017, in Saskatoon SK.

Elsie was born on October 27, 1923 in the Oak Hill district to Joseph and Victoria Hardy. Mom was the middle child of 7 children. At the age of 16, Mom left home to attend Marvel Beauty School in Winnipeg. After graduating she returned to the Yorkton area where she met Leonard Lester who was enlisted with the Royal Canadian Air Force. They were married in December of 1943. Mom and Dad were blessed with 10 children who were their pride and joy; Mom was always happiest when with her children. Her kids gave her 31 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild.

Mom was one of the longest standing members of the CWL in Melville and very involved with St. Henry’s Parish. She was on the St. Peter’s Hospital Auxiliary, and a member of the Rosary Sodality. She was very involved with the Melville seniors association as well.

Mom loved camping, gardening, music and dancing; and she was a formidable card player! Spending time with her family and friends was her greatest joy.

Mom was predeceased by her husband and two great-grandchildren. She is survived by her children Barry (Helen), Dianne (Steve Muzyka), Veronica (Denis Courchene), Leonard (Christine), Tim (Wendy), Craig (Sandy), Danny (Theresa), Stacie, Leonora (Richard Farber), and Lindsay (Lori).