Alfred Clarence (A.C. ÒBudÓ) Bloor passed away on Sunday, July 8, 2007 at Weyburn, Saskatchewan at the age of 87 years.

Bud was predeceased by his parents, Lorne and Celia Bloor; his wife, Sylvia Bloor; son, Richard; four sisters and six brothers.

Bud is survived by his children: Brian (Kari) Bloor, Nanton, AB and their children - Tricia, Dylana and Chad; Blake (Martha) Bloor, Weyburn and their children - Cora Lee (Al) Pavoe and their children Courtney, Ashala, Stacey and Sadie, Kyla Bloor, Lisa (Shaine) Thompson and their children, Keshawn and Deion Thompson and Tara Tripp; Stuart (Mona) Bloor, Estevan and their children - Lori (Tim) Gervais and their children, Jessica, Mason and TÁayla, Bridget (Greg) Turner and Angela Bloor; Diane (Dave) Larsen, Sundre, AB and their children - Ashley, Ryan, Brendan and Dustin; Doug (Trina) Bloor, Oungre and their children - Tamara Bloor and Justin (Alesha) Bloor; sister Ilene Maw, Winnipeg, MB; sisters-in-law as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Bud was born February 12, 1920 at the family farm, one mile south of Oungre. He was the youngest of 12 children born to Celia and Loren Bloor. He attended Lyndale School, and then worked on the farm until enlisting in the army in 1940. He witnessed the reality and heartache of war as he passed on communications behind front lines in Italy. He became an excellent driver, even without lights if necessary. While he was in the service, his Dad passed away.

After the war, he returned to the farm where his mother had stayed in her home. 1946 saw Bud marry Sylvia Waldal at Plentywood, Montana. The family increased as the blessing of children came, although the sons felt that Diane had her Dad wrapped around her little finger. Since Grandma Bloor lived there, the number of people in the home was often many more than immediate family, considering that Sylvia was from a family of only 15. Overnight and weekend guests were the norm, and Bud worked hard to keep in touch with all of the family, making a genuine effort to keep the family connected.

The boys, as the wives often called Bud, Charlie and Jim, worked well together, but mainly in silence. Brian said that heÕd work all day with them and might hear ten words from them. Bud desired each job to be done speedily and well. He had a strong work ethic, a focus and persistent determination (some may even have called it being stubborn).

Bud drove the school bus for several years. He supported community activities, enjoying time with neighbours, as he joined the Legion. He and Sylvia attended Hamar Lutheran Church, and after their move to Weyburn in 1981, Zion Lutheran Church. But farming was always close to his heart. He often arrived early at the farm, doing what he could, until health changed their lives.

In 1997, Sylvia, having been robbed of her memory by AlzheimerÕs, entered Souris Valley. Bud faithfully visited her as he offered her his respect, adoration and love. With ParkinsonÕs settling in on Bud, he chose, on his own, to enter the Special Care Home in 1998. During the first years here, he would walk to visit family and friends. He appreciated the excellent care received from the staff, and it seemed his caring nature attracted the staff to know he cared. Bud thought the world of his family, including his son-in-law, daughters-in-law. His 14 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren could bring a sparkle to his eye.

Although a man of few words, Bud will be remembered for his one liners, sense of humour, even temperament and silent support. He accepted lifeÕs circumstances, disappointments or hardships with quiet dignity and strength. After a long, well-lived life, may he rest in peace, and may the blessing of GodÕs peace be with all who mourn.

The funeral service for A.C. Bloor was held on Wednesday, July 11th, 2007 at 2:00 p.m., from Zion Lutheran Church, Weyburn, Sask., with Pastor Martin Olson officiating. Interment followed at Bromhead Cemetery, Bromhead, Saskatchewan.

For friends so wishing, donations may be made in memory of Bud to the ParkinsonÕs Foundation or the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan.

Arrangements were entrusted to RD Family Memorial Funeral Chapel, Weyburn, SK (848-0333).

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