Obituary for Glen Alexander Fraser
With great sadness, the family of Glen Alexander Fraser announce his peaceful passing on August 7, 2022, at the age of 79.
Glen was born in Swan River, MB to Charles & Blanche Fraser on May 24, 1943. He spent the first 11 years of his life in Winnipeg, MB where he loved to ride his bike down Monkey Park Speedway and explore the rock quarries around town. The Frasers later moved to Saskatoon, SK in 1954, but even after relocating, Glen continued to spend his childhood summers at his grandparents farm in Hayfield, MB. Summers were full of adventure: floating down the ravine on homemade rafts, sleeping in the bunkhouse, fishing, riding on the running boards of the truck, and later learning to drive it.
After graduating from Nutana Collegiate in Saskatoon (twice), Glen spent a summer working for Highways before moving to Salmon Arm, BC to pursue a job in a lumber mill. BC was a long way from home though. By 1966, Glen had moved back to Saskatoon, and accepted a position at Sask Mutual learning insurance underwriting. This was the beginning of Glen’s 39 year career in the insurance industry, which included working for McClocklin Real Estate until 1974, and later for Cherry Insurance until his retirement in 2003.
After one practice marriage, Glen married the love of his life, Bev, in 1975. Bev came with a large extended family that liked nothing more than to tease her new “city boy” of a husband. Glen took it in stride, loving every minute of playing cards with the in-laws at the farm and arguing insurance with his father-in-law. Visits to the farm also presented new adventures: learning to drive the grain truck and getting lost in fields at dusk; getting “fenced” by cattle; accidentally ripping the overhead door off his in-laws garage; and tripping in a badger hole and getting hit in the head with a shovel by his mother-in-law. You can’t make this stuff up!
Glen and Bev enjoyed living in the Montgomery neighborhood of Saskatoon for over 30 years. They designed and general contracted the building of their home on Cassino Place, which was no small feat. The house was 3 doors down from the CN Curling Club, which became Glen’s second home in the winter. He spent countless hours there, skipping the family curling team, curling in the seniors league, spectating, and playing cards with the CN pensioners. Glen’s antics on and off the curling ice were legendary, at least when he told the story.
Glen had a passion for country music, classic cars, rocks, coins, and all things antique. He was a collector at heart and enjoyed filling his home with unique one-of-a-kind items. The search for treasures eventually led to him to discover auction sales, where he became a regular. Glen happily came home with a trunk full of purchases each week. Antique clocks and mirrors were a favorite – at one point there were at least 3 mirrors and 2 clocks in every room of the house. 18 bunches of bananas for $2? How could you go wrong with a deal like that?! Twice, he came home with a new classic car, which didn’t go over well at all.
In 2013, Glen and Bev set out on a new adventure and purchased their dream home - a 1920’s catalogue house in Pilot Mound, MB. The move to Manitoba allowed Glen to reconnect with his brother Barry, while making numerous new friends playing pool at the Fellowship Club. In 2020, with Glen’s health deteriorating, Glen and Bev moved to Wakaw, SK to be closer to family and medical services.
Over the years, Glen and Bev enjoyed taking many trips together: Mexico; Hawaii; California; Cuba; the Dominican Republic; and a retirement trip to Selwyn Lake to name a few. Glen’s favorite destination by far was the trailer at Piprell Lake. Nothing could beat a day spent fishing on the lake, followed by a good feed of fish and a rum drink back at camp. Piprell became a jumping off point to explore the lakes in and around Narrow Hills Provincial Park with his son Ash. In a boat, offshore, or on the ice, Glen was happy fishing here, there, and everywhere.
Glen was a proud father to two daughters (Christine & Dawn), and a son (Ash). He was elated to walk both of his daughters to their respective bride-grooms at their weddings, taking great pride in being able to complete his “dad duties”. He placed a great deal of importance on family and looked forward to visits with all of his children.
Glen will be remembered for his gentle spirit, big grin, and sparkling blue eyes. He is survived by his wife Bev; beloved dog Dolly; daughter Christine (Ernie) Louttit; daughter Dawn (Jesse Abdai); son Ash (Sara Thacker); brother Roger Fraser (Faith); sister Judith Dainton (Geoff); brother-in-law Lorne Vickers; 6 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Glen is predeceased by his grandparents, parents Bun & Blanche, brother Barry, sister Lois Vickers, and sisters-in-law Sharon and Irene.
Glen’s family would like to express their sincere thanks to Dr. Kelly Coverett, the RUH Pacemaker Clinic, and the RUH Cardiac Care Unit team for the exceptional care provided to Glen over the years. In lieu of flowers, donations in Glen's memory may be made to the Royal University Hospital Foundation (www.ruhf.org).
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Kushneryk Funeral Service of Wakaw, Saskatchewan. A celebration of Glen’s life will be held at 1:30pm on August 26, 2022, at the Royal Canadian Legion – Nutana Branch, 3021 Louise Street in Saskatoon.
Glen was born in Swan River, MB to Charles & Blanche Fraser on May 24, 1943. He spent the first 11 years of his life in Winnipeg, MB where he loved to ride his bike down Monkey Park Speedway and explore the rock quarries around town. The Frasers later moved to Saskatoon, SK in 1954, but even after relocating, Glen continued to spend his childhood summers at his grandparents farm in Hayfield, MB. Summers were full of adventure: floating down the ravine on homemade rafts, sleeping in the bunkhouse, fishing, riding on the running boards of the truck, and later learning to drive it.
After graduating from Nutana Collegiate in Saskatoon (twice), Glen spent a summer working for Highways before moving to Salmon Arm, BC to pursue a job in a lumber mill. BC was a long way from home though. By 1966, Glen had moved back to Saskatoon, and accepted a position at Sask Mutual learning insurance underwriting. This was the beginning of Glen’s 39 year career in the insurance industry, which included working for McClocklin Real Estate until 1974, and later for Cherry Insurance until his retirement in 2003.
After one practice marriage, Glen married the love of his life, Bev, in 1975. Bev came with a large extended family that liked nothing more than to tease her new “city boy” of a husband. Glen took it in stride, loving every minute of playing cards with the in-laws at the farm and arguing insurance with his father-in-law. Visits to the farm also presented new adventures: learning to drive the grain truck and getting lost in fields at dusk; getting “fenced” by cattle; accidentally ripping the overhead door off his in-laws garage; and tripping in a badger hole and getting hit in the head with a shovel by his mother-in-law. You can’t make this stuff up!
Glen and Bev enjoyed living in the Montgomery neighborhood of Saskatoon for over 30 years. They designed and general contracted the building of their home on Cassino Place, which was no small feat. The house was 3 doors down from the CN Curling Club, which became Glen’s second home in the winter. He spent countless hours there, skipping the family curling team, curling in the seniors league, spectating, and playing cards with the CN pensioners. Glen’s antics on and off the curling ice were legendary, at least when he told the story.
Glen had a passion for country music, classic cars, rocks, coins, and all things antique. He was a collector at heart and enjoyed filling his home with unique one-of-a-kind items. The search for treasures eventually led to him to discover auction sales, where he became a regular. Glen happily came home with a trunk full of purchases each week. Antique clocks and mirrors were a favorite – at one point there were at least 3 mirrors and 2 clocks in every room of the house. 18 bunches of bananas for $2? How could you go wrong with a deal like that?! Twice, he came home with a new classic car, which didn’t go over well at all.
In 2013, Glen and Bev set out on a new adventure and purchased their dream home - a 1920’s catalogue house in Pilot Mound, MB. The move to Manitoba allowed Glen to reconnect with his brother Barry, while making numerous new friends playing pool at the Fellowship Club. In 2020, with Glen’s health deteriorating, Glen and Bev moved to Wakaw, SK to be closer to family and medical services.
Over the years, Glen and Bev enjoyed taking many trips together: Mexico; Hawaii; California; Cuba; the Dominican Republic; and a retirement trip to Selwyn Lake to name a few. Glen’s favorite destination by far was the trailer at Piprell Lake. Nothing could beat a day spent fishing on the lake, followed by a good feed of fish and a rum drink back at camp. Piprell became a jumping off point to explore the lakes in and around Narrow Hills Provincial Park with his son Ash. In a boat, offshore, or on the ice, Glen was happy fishing here, there, and everywhere.
Glen was a proud father to two daughters (Christine & Dawn), and a son (Ash). He was elated to walk both of his daughters to their respective bride-grooms at their weddings, taking great pride in being able to complete his “dad duties”. He placed a great deal of importance on family and looked forward to visits with all of his children.
Glen will be remembered for his gentle spirit, big grin, and sparkling blue eyes. He is survived by his wife Bev; beloved dog Dolly; daughter Christine (Ernie) Louttit; daughter Dawn (Jesse Abdai); son Ash (Sara Thacker); brother Roger Fraser (Faith); sister Judith Dainton (Geoff); brother-in-law Lorne Vickers; 6 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Glen is predeceased by his grandparents, parents Bun & Blanche, brother Barry, sister Lois Vickers, and sisters-in-law Sharon and Irene.
Glen’s family would like to express their sincere thanks to Dr. Kelly Coverett, the RUH Pacemaker Clinic, and the RUH Cardiac Care Unit team for the exceptional care provided to Glen over the years. In lieu of flowers, donations in Glen's memory may be made to the Royal University Hospital Foundation (www.ruhf.org).
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Kushneryk Funeral Service of Wakaw, Saskatchewan. A celebration of Glen’s life will be held at 1:30pm on August 26, 2022, at the Royal Canadian Legion – Nutana Branch, 3021 Louise Street in Saskatoon.