Helen Inkster

On Saturday, October 26, at the United Church Manse in Shellbrook, the marriage of Helen Inkster, only daughter of Mr and Mrs W D Inkster of Rabbit Lake, and Norman Shillington, son of Mr and Mrs R Shillington of Saskatoon, was solemnized. The Rev R Stevenson officiated.
The lovely bride, who entered the tastefully decorated room on the arm of her father to the strains of Lohengrin's Wedding March played by Miss Mary Wetzel, looked charming in an Ashes-of-roses crepe street-length frock with navy accessories. Miss Famey Close of Prince Albert, who attended the bride, was attired in an Airforce blue afternoon frock. The groom was supported by his cousin, Lloyd Shillington of Vancouver. During the signing of the register, Miss Alice Storry of Rabbit Lake, rendered the vocal selection "I Love You Truly," accompanied by Conny Danielson.
After the ceremony, the bridal party motored to Prince Albert where dinner was served at the Post Office Cafe. The Bride's table was centred with a three-tier wedding cake, a gift from Mr and Mrs E Zeorb of Tisdale.
The happy couple left amid showers of confetti for a short honeymoon at Saskatoon. On their return, Mr and Mrs Shillington will reside at Shellbrook.⁶

SHILLINGTON - Mrs Helen Shillington, age 88, late of Shellbrook, passed away in the Shellbrook Hospital on Saturday, July 6, 2002.
Helen leaves to cherish her memory, three daughters, Gail (Jim) Boyko, Carol (Dale) Martin, Caren Shillington, one son, Gary Shillington, four grandchildren, Lynn (Harvey) Lewsaw, Brad Thorn, Scott (Tracey) Martin, Kim Martin; six great grandchildren, Jennifer, Mykel, Daniel Lewsaw, Sara, Kelsey, Jayde Martin, numerous nieces, nephews and in-laws.
She was predeceased by her husband, Norman Shillington, two brothers, Walter Inkster, William Inkster, her parents, William and Elizabeth Inkster.
Helen was born July 7, 1913 in Lucky Lake, Sask., to William and Elizabeth Inkster. The family moved to Shellbrook and Helen's dad worked as Town Administrator for Shellbrook. In 1940 Helen married Norman Shillington. They lived through some rough times but made the best of what they had. Helen could always relate some good stories during an afternoon cup of tea. She could read cups and get some people quite excited. They raised four lovely children, Gail, Carol, Caren and Gary. Helen enjoyed playing cards. She belonged to the Bridge Club for some 34 years. She also took up the game of golf. She enjoyed camping with her family and friends. Helen always worked hard. Helen had many friends throughout the Shellbrook community and will be deeply missed by all of them.
The funeral service was held at Knox United Church in Shellbrook on Tuesday, July 9th at 2 p.m. with Reverend Darren Wooff as officiant.
The pallbearers were her grandchildren, Lynne Lewsaw, Brad Thorn, Scott Martin, Kim Martin, and the honorary pallbearers were "All of Helen's Friends".
The pianist was Terry Martin, and the hymns were sung by the Shellbrook Community Choir. A quartet sang "Peace In The Valley".
The eulogy was read by Lyle Shillington.
Memorial donations may be made to the Shellbrook Hospital renovation fund.
Interment was in the Shellbrook Cemetery.
Shellbrook Funeral Home was entrusted with the funeral arrangements.⁸