THORSON, Gerald spouse of Deanna, passed away at the Cypress Regional Hospital, Swift Current, SK, on Thursday, September 13, 2012, at the age of 76 years. Gerald is survived by his wife of 53 years, Deanna; his daughters, Kelly (Darcy) Schott and Bonnie (Darcy) Faucher; his grandchildren, Misty (Mike) Shotter, Lacey (Jason) Harder, Amy (Cory) Tynning and Tyson Faucher (Stephanie Martens); his great-grandchildren, Jaxon, Bennet, Taya, Halstyn and Navi; his sister, Doris, of Medicine Hat, AB; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his mother and father, Mabel & Nick Thorson; his brothers, Milo, Gilmore and George; and his sisters, Arlene, Lorraine and Dorothy. Gerald was born on July 17, 1936, in Shaunavon, SK to a family with eight siblings. Gerald retired at the age of 54, after 36 years of service with the PFRA. Following retirement, he made deliveries for Legault Agro and Standard Motors - to fulfill his love of driving and discovering new places. Gerald loved to spend time with his family. He loved to camp, walk and ride bike. He loved music and in particular…country/gospel music and Reed Miller’s saxophone. He spent many hours watching his grandchildren, whether it be hockey, swimming, Christmas Concerts or Band Concerts. Gerald & Deanna have always been the grandchildren’s greatest fans! Gerald was a loyal friend. He never hesitated to give people the benefit of the doubt, always seeing the best in them. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends and neighbors. To our husband, dad, poppa/poppy - We will forever hold you in our hearts! The Funeral Service was held on Monday, September 17, 2012 at 2:00 pm from the St. Olaf Lutheran Church, Swift Current, SK, with Pastor Greg Kiel officiating. Chosen processional music was, “The Lord’s Prayer” and the recessional music was, “There You’ll Be”, on CD’s. The musician for the service was Arlene Olson with special music brought by Tanice Byers singing, “Grandpa” and “Roses Will Bloom Again”. The eulogy was read by Pastor Greg Kiel with memories shared by grandchildren, Misty & Mike Shotter, Lacey & Jason Harder, Amy & Cory Tynning and Tyson Faucher and by a PowerPoint tribute. Scriptures were read from Genesis 2:4b-9, Matthew 28:16-20, Luke 6:43 by Pastor Greg Kiel and from Matthew 22:34-40 by Persis Khonge. “Amazing Grace” was sung by the congregation. The ushers in the church were Kerry Poisson and Jay Poisson. The Interment Service was held at the Hillcrest Cemetery, Swift Current, SK with the following serving as pallbearers, Milo Hanson, Gary Hanson, David Hanson, Dale Hanson, Brian Rosa, Paul Burnay, Lonnie Thorson and Wade Loose. In memory of Gerald Thorson, donations made to the Saskatoon Cancer Patient Lodge, 1036 College Dr., Saskatoon, SK, S7N 0W1 or to the St. Olaf Lutheran Memorial Fund would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements were in care of Swift Current Funeral Home, Swift Current, SK.