Obituaries

It is with heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of our dad, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Manfred Gunther Rueckert, at the age of 89 on January 6, 2022.

Dad was born in Schlesien Germany to Alfred and Else Rueckert on February 6th, 1932. Dad is survived by his children Marianne Mester of Germany; Alfred Rueckert (Jeanne) of Winnipeg; Alvin Rueckert...

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Dennis Hewitt on January 4, 2022 at the age of 74 after a brief acute illness, but long-time challenges with diabetes and its complications. He is survived by the love of his life and wife of 51 years, Heni and his cherished daughter Nadya; brothers Alger (Corrine) and John, and brothers-in-law Greg...

On January 2, 2022 Gordon passed peacefully from this world, to meet his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

Life was always an adventure for Gordon, starting with his birth.  Born to Ernest and Amelia Klepatz in January of 1935 meant his mother getting to town by horse and sleigh, and then taking a train to Winnipeg for the delivery.

It...

In Loving Memory of Sharon Sirois

February 14, 1957 ~ December 24, 2021

On Friday, December 24, 2021, Sharon Louise Sirois (nee Peters), loving wife, mother, and Mémére, passed away peacefully at the Selkirk Regional Health Centre following a long battle with pulmonary fibrosis.Sharon was born in Smith Siding in the Rural Municipality of Lac du Bonnet. She attended the...

The evening of December 13, 2021, with his sister by his side, Matthew Anthony Keilback crossed over to soar with the angels.

Matthew was born on November 17, 1988. At the age of 33, this young man had more patience, wisdom and strength then most of us will acquire in a lifetime. For us it seems too soon, but for...

(nee Berthelette)

January 26, 1940 ~ December 10, 2021

It is with profound sorrow we announce the passing of our mother Claudette Marie Houston on December 10, 2021, at Sunnywood Manor.

Predeceased by her parents, Romaine and Rosanna Berthelette, brother Pat Berthelette, husband Clifford Houston, and son Jason Houston.

Survived by sons, Allan (Barbara), Edgar (Diana-lynn), Raymond (Tracy), and Clifford...

It is with great sadness that the family of Nitamabit/Nii Gaani Aki Inini (Elder Dave Courchene) announces his passing into the Spirit World on Wednesday December 8th, 2021 after a long and courageous battle with illness. He was cared for and surrounded by his family during his final days at his residence.

Dr. Elder Courchene was born on January 30th...

With much sadness, we announce Anne’s passing on November 23, 2021.Anne was born February 1929, in Green Bay, Manitoba.  She lived a good life and always believed in the Lord.Anne was predeceased by her loving husband Eldon (They had over 40 wonderful years together); her parents Julius and Maria; sister Marge; brothers Rheinhold, Rudolf, Adolf, Emil, Fred, and Harry; brother-in-law...

The family of Rosemary Trewhella is sad to announce her sudden, but peaceful, passing in the early hours of 14th November 2021 at Whitemouth Personal Care Home.

Rosemary was born on 8th May 1926 in Nairobi, Kenya, East Africa. She was the second of three daughters born to Robert Alexander Anstey and Kathleen Ellen Anstey (née Kirwan).

Rosemary spent her...

Judith Hattie passed away peacefully at Pinawa Hospital on November 8, 2021.

Judy was born and raised in Winnipeg, growing up in East Kildonan with her parents John and Peggy Yaremchuk, and brother Gerald.  After achieving her MSc in biology, she took up teaching, first in Whitemouth, where she met John Hattie, with whom she would spend 44 happy years,...

Sadly on November 13th, 2021, Barbara Dale Fisher passed away peacefully at age 79 from end stage congestive heart failure at the Beausejour Hospital with her family by her side.

Barbara leaves behind her 4 children; sons Stephen, daughters Aimey and Erin; Scott, children Luke, Jill and Callie; Kent, children Alyssa and Drake; daughter Karen and son-in-law Vince; plus 9...

(nee Turchyn)

Jean Bilan passed away November 6, 2021 at the age of 93 years.She was predeceased by her husband William, her parents and all her siblings

Left to mourn her passing is daughter Gail (Nelson); son Wayne (Michelle); grandchildren Jonathan, Stephanie (Nolan), Mailyne, Jolaine (Alex), Eric (Anita); as well as 5 great grandchildren.

Mom was raised in Medika, Manitoba. ...

It is with great sadness and broken hearts our family announces the passing of our beautiful Lorelei Mae Mann.

On November 1,2021, surrounded by her loved ones, Lorelei received her eternal wings and was called upon to become our guardian angel.

Lorelei was welcomed into this world on September 17,1960 in the small town of Kipling Saskatchewan. Throughout her childhood,...

Rose passed away peacefully at East-Gate Lodge at the young age of 99!  Rosie was born at the homestead in Cromwell, Manitoba to Mike and Mary Szajewski.  She was predeceased by her parents, brothers Joe and Casmir, her sister Helen, sisters-in-law Mary-Lou and Benita.  She will be lovingly remembered by her cherished sister Cecelia, her nephews and nieces and great...

On the morning of Friday, October 8, 2021, Bernice went to be reunited with her husband Herb, who passed away on January 28, 2005.

She was predeceased by her parents Ignace and Sophie (nee Kochan) Baliant, and stepmother Mary.  It’s hard for a mother to envision a loss of a child, so it was a sad time when Bernice lost...

Peacefully, at 87 years of age, Robert passed away in his sleep, in his home at the Lac du Bonnet Personal Care home.

Dad will be forever missed by his wife Hermine (Min) of 61 years; his children Rita, Claude (Collette) and Peter (Doris); his grandchildren Chris, Stephanie, Kenneth, Robert, Jackie, Kylie (Andrew), Bennett, Parker; his great grandchild Jamie; and...

It is will great sadness that I announce the passing of Steven Frank Sydorko, at the age of 95, on September 28, 2021.  He passed peacefully at Park Manor Care in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Steve was predeceased by his son Ron; daughter Tamara; sisters Sophie, Bertha, Kay, Anne, Jean, Mary and Millie and brother Mickey.  Survived by his wife of 49...

It is with sorrow that we announce the passing of Tom Boyle on September 25, 2021.

Tom was a loving father, husband, uncle and friend.  People were drawn to his gentle, witty personality and you can always be assured a funny story would be told.

A man who loved sports, music and laughter.  Sports was always a conversation that Tom...

We announce the passing of Esther Kretchmer at her residence on Sunday, September 19, 2021, in Lac du Bonnet, Manitoba at the age of 90, following a brief struggle with cancer.

She is lovingly remembered by son Tim (Wanda), daughters Lori (Dave) and Diana; grandchildren Sonya (Greg), Chad, Ryan, Erin, Brooke (Rob); great-grandchildren Tristan, Darius, Tyson, Shelby and Logan; step-brother...

Born December 6, 1950 at Whitemouth, MB, died September 12, 2021 at Pinawa, MB after a brave struggle with lung cancer. Survived by his loving wife, Lynne, his son Desmond, and daughter-in-law Roxanne. He was predeceased by his mother, Gwendolyn Thelva Miller (2003), and his father, Harold Miller (2014). Also survived by brothers Brian (Diane) and Ken, and sisters Donna...