Scott Dimen

Scott (Robert S.) Dimen passed away on the morning of Sunday, January 14th, 2024, at the Yorkton Hospital following complications from a series of infections.  He was 59.

Scott spent his formative years in the Stockholm and Esterhazy areas in southeast Saskatchewan.  He had an endless enthusiasm for cars (especially his 1967 white Comet), motorbiking, playing hockey (especially as goalie, when he was known as “Skeeto”) and following Stampede Wrestling (on Tuesday nights, with his cousin who lived around the corner from the Denmark apartments in Esterhazy).  

In later years, following a mental health diagnosis, he would spend time toggling back and forth between Stockholm and Yorkton.  Some of this time was spent with his Mom (at her house in Stockholm), some in independent living (Yorkton), and some at a number of area group homes (including the one run by Rico Thieven and his wife in Stockholm).   After his Mom had passed in early 2011, Scott was blessed by an angel in the form of Phyllis Stroud, who ran a group home near Yorkton.  After a couple of false starts, Scott finally agreed to stay with her and give it a try.  It took some time, and perseverance, all around.  But it also marked a turning point in Scott’s life, to be with people who deeply cared about him and were willing to stick with him for the long haul.

After some time, Scott started to experience some challenges with his physical mobility.  Before too long, it made sense for him to be in a facility that could provide the proper supports.  In the past several years, Scott resided at the Yorkton & District Care Home, at “Melody Manor” in the south wing.  Almost instantly, he became a fixture of the place – cracking jokes and endearing himself to staff and residents.  In this time, he also developed a special relationship with Christine (Chris) Birchard, a staff member and another angel in his life that he so rightly deserved. 

Scott was predeceased by his Mom Bonnie (Bonita Dimen) and his Grandparents John and Regina Seman (Stockholm).  He will always be well-known for his infectious smile (following in the tradition of his uncles Mike and Henry), natural athletic abilities and gentle soul.  Scott will be sadly missed and fondly remembered.