February 10, 1950 – July 7, 2026

Wayne Murray Delaronde passed away on July 7, 2026, at the age of 76 in Oxbow, SK

Born on February 10, 1950, at St. Paul’s Hospital in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Dad was the oldest of three children, he had a younger sister Wendy and younger brother Daryl (Buddy), Vern and Ruth were his parents. He grew up on the family farm near Mont Nebo, where many of his stories began. I heard lots of them about farm chores, clearing the pond so everyone could go skating in the winter. He still loved a rainy Sunday morning because it reminded him of being a kid on the farm and that meant he got to sleep in didn’t have to go to church.

Dad attended high school in Shellbrook, where his grandfather happened to be the superintendent. If you knew my dad, you can probably imagine he thought that worked in his favour. It was there that he met my mom, and they married shortly after graduation. They had my brother, my sisters and I and then called it a day.

Dad’s career was trucking, it wasn’t just what he did, it was who he was. In his early years he drove gravel truck, poured concrete, and worked for a few trucking outfits, but everything really took off when he headed to Montana and joined Corcoran Trucking out of Billings. Man I’ll tell you what, he loved that job. Those years became some of the best of his life, and the friendships he made there lasted a lifetime. Most of those stories probably aren’t appropriate for an obituary, but if you’re reading this and you knew him from those days, you’re probably smiling right now.

After Corcoran, Dad continued driving for a number of outfits, leaving his mark wherever he went. He was respected because he knew what he was doing, worked hard, and was always willing to go the extra mile -literally.

About twenty years ago, Dad settled in Alida, Saskatchewan, and absolutely loved it there. He built an incredible community of friends who meant the world to him. A few months ago, during one of my visits, he sent me out with a hand-drawn map and a list of places to stop, the health food store, the pet store, and a few others. I kept that map, and I’ll treasure it forever. At every single stop, someone knew exactly who my dad was, and before long they knew who I was too. It warmed my heart to realize he had built such a wonderful life there, filled with genuine friendships and connections. He had a way of making people feel like old friends, no matter where he went.

Dad learned he was sick in October 2025, and while the prognosis wasn’t what anyone wanted to hear, he refused to let it define him. In March, as I was leaving after a visit, he threw his arms in the air and said, “Man, I’m not sick. Jody do I look sick?” Truthfully… he didn’t.

My dad loved life. He loved trucking. He loved his friends, his family, Montana, and his beautiful Peterbilt, which he took so much pride in. He loved making people laugh, and if you ever stood around talking with him, chances are you walked away with a story you’ll never forget. He could tell one like nobody else.

He was incredibly generous. He gave away his time, his money, his knowledge, and his heart without expecting anything in return. Somehow, he always seemed to know when someone needed him.

Just when you were thinking about him, the phone would ring.

Dad is survived by his daughters, Jennifer (Lyle), Kelly (Chad), and Jody, his granddaughter, Ruby; his younger sister Wendy, nieces -Ashley & Paige, nephews -Josh & Jordan and countless friends throughout Canada and the United States.

If you’re reading this, chances are Dad touched your life in some way. Maybe you shared the road with him, worked alongside him, or simply had the privilege of calling him a friend. However you knew him, thank you for being part of his journey. Those friendships meant everything to him.

Special thank Theresa Lemieux of Alida for being such a good friend to Dad, the long trips to appointments, for taking such good care of him, always asking the right questions and having the right answers. For helping me through all of this. She is truly an angel on earth, and Dad and I couldn’t have done it without you, Thank you Theresa.

A memorial service to celebrate Dad’s life will be held at a later date. When arrangements have been finalized, they will be shared with family and friends. If you would like to be notified, please contact me (Jody) at 306-361-5759.

Dad. We hope there’s an endless open road ahead of you, a truck stop full of old friends, and plenty of stories left to tell. Until we meet again. Happy John day Dad, Love you.

A come and go memorial will be held for Dad October 3^rd, 1:00pm – 3:00pm at the Alida community hall in Alida SK. In lieu of flowers please donate to your local animal rescue, Dad took to feeding the local stray cats in Alida and it brought him so much happiness. Dad’s ashes will be laid to rest in Aaseral cemetery in Mont Nebo alongside his father, mother and brother. A small service will be held although the date is currently undetermined. Should you wish to pay your respects at that time please send your contact information to jodydelaronde@gmail.com

• Date : 2026-06-07
• Location : Oxbow, SK