OBITUARIES

Nicholas Joel Bergman

Nicholas Joel Bergman

Jan 5, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our dear husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend Nicholas Joel Bergman on Monday, January 5, 2026, at Bethesda Regional Health Centre in Steinbach, Manitoba. 

Nick's unexpected passing has created a significant void in the lives of his children, family and everyone who was fortunate enough to call him...

Scott Douglas Haslam

Scott Douglas Haslam

Jan 4, 2026

Scott Douglas Haslam, was born on July 9, 1976, in Victoria, British Columbia. He passed away peacefully on January 4, 2026, at Ste. Anne Hospital in Ste. Anne, Manitoba, following a courageous battle with Glioblastoma.

Scott was the light and rock in his wife Diana’s life, bringing love, laughter, and strength to every day they shared. He was known for his...

Nick Rempel

Nick Rempel

Jan 3, 2026

Nick Rempel was born on April 13, 1932, to William and Anna (Toews) Rempel, a mile north of Rosenort, where he lived on that same quarter section most of his life. He passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of January 3, 2026, at the age of 93.

Dad gave his heart to the Lord at the age of 15...

Abel Laurie Okema

Abel Laurie Okema

Dec 29, 2025

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Abel Laurie Okema on December 29, 2025 at the St. Boniface General Hospital with his family by his side at the age of 66 years.

Abel leaves behind his caregivers Lawrence Hinze and Barbara Zailo, Chris and Bridgette Logan, John and Nora Wiebe, along with Brad Penner and Marlene Fast, his...

Anne Friesen

Anne Friesen

Dec 27, 2025

Peacefully on December 27, 2025, at Bethesda Regional Health Centre, Anne Friesen (nee Rempel) passed away at the age of 85 years.

Left to cherish her memory are five sons and one daughter; Bernie (Jo-Ann), Paul (Laurie), Ronald (Gillian), Daniel (Joy), David, and Joanne (Jason), twenty-one grandchildren and their spouses, twenty-one great grandchildren, and four great great grandchildren.

She is survived by...

Edna Eustaquia Raneses

Edna Eustaquia Raneses

Dec 25, 2025

Edna Eustaquia Raneses, born on September 27, 1945, in Lucban, Quezon, Philippines, peacefully departed this life on December 25, 2025, in Steinbach, Manitoba.

Private family services are being planned in Canada, with future services planned for the Philippines at a later date.

Willie (Bill) Bergen

Willie (Bill) Bergen

Dec 25, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Willie (Bill), on December 25, 2025 at Bethesda Regional Health Centre in Steinbach at the age of 88.

He was predeceased by his parents Peter H. and Susana Bergen; brother Abe; sisters Tina Spencer, and her husbands Art Spencer and Albert Brandt; Trudie and...

Doreen Musso (nee Bellavance)

Doreen Musso (nee Bellavance)

Dec 21, 2025

On Sunday December 21, 2025, at the Bethesda Regional Health Centre, Doreen passed peacefully, at the age of 88.

She was predeceased by her husband, Marius, her parents Phillipe and Lea Bellavance as well as her brother Ronald.

Left to cherish her memories are her children, sons, Gilbert, Roger and Jacques (Cheryl) and her daughter Ann (Roy). She will also be missed...

Wiliam (Bill) Arthur Walford

Wiliam (Bill) Arthur Walford

Dec 21, 2025

William “Bill” Arthur Walford, age 80, of Dominion City, Manitoba (formerly of Rosa, MB), passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025, with his family by his side. 

Dad was predeceased by those he loved who went before him and is lovingly remembered by his devoted wife, Diane; his two sons, Ken (Shaun) and Rob (Rachel); and his cherished grandchildren, Brendon, Keenan,...

Kenneth Peter Ladobruk

Kenneth Peter Ladobruk

Dec 16, 2025

Kenneth "Ken" "Kenny" Peter Ladobruk passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025. He died peacefully in his truck doing what he loved.

He will be deeply missed by those who knew him.

Ken wished to be cremated, which has taken place, and a private family viewing was held.

In accordance with his wishes, no funeral service will be held.

The family appreciates the love...

Grace Waldner

Grace Waldner

Dec 15, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our mother Grace Waldner, on December 15, at St. Boniface Hospital at the age of 73 years.

Grace will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Benjamin Waldner; her children: Dustin (Tammy) Waldner, Stacey (Sarah) Waldner, Dwight (Delilah) Waldner, and April (Leo) Sutherland; and her cherished granddaughter, Addison Sutherland.

Born on April...

Margaret Dyck

Margaret Dyck

Dec 13, 2025

Peacefully on Saturday, December 13, 2025, Margaret Dyck passed away at Bethesda Regional Health Centre at the age of 93.

Margaret was predeceased by her first husband, Peter Fast; her second husband, Frank Falk; her son, John Falk; and her brothers Jake, Nick, John, Bill, and Henry Patkau.

She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, Shirley Falk; her daughter-in-law, Irene Falk,...

Alfredo Giesbrecht

Alfredo Giesbrecht

Dec 7, 2025

Alfredo wurde am 13 Nov.1977 in Paraguay geboren wo Martin & Dora Giesbrecht ihn adoptieren. Er war der älteste von 3 Kindern. Er heiratete Wilma im Jahre 2004 und kommen dann nach Canada. Sie haben 2 Mädchen. Am 6 Nov 2011 wurde er auf seinen glauben getauft. Er liebte Auto Race und Truck fuhren. Bis am ende hat er das...

Norma Kehler

Norma Kehler

Dec 4, 2025

Peacefully with family by her side, Norma Kehler passed away at the age of 84 on December 4th at Bethesda Regional Health Centre in Steinbach, MB.

She is survived by her children Pearl (Hank), Bev (Martin), Tim (Monique), Curtis (Teresa), former daughter-in-law Debbie, her grandchildren Scott (Sammie), Dustin, Hope, Conner, Jesse, great-grandchildren Landyn, Jack, and Hunter.

Norma was predeceased by the love...

Christian Basco Armada

Christian Basco Armada

Nov 27, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our dear son and brother; Christian Armada age 19 years on Thursday, November 27, 2025.

Christian leaves to mourn his passing, his parents Roy and Marilyn, sister Healey, his Mama Grace in the Philippines, his biological mother, Rosalee Basco and family, as well as his Titos, and...

Carol Taggart

Carol Taggart

Nov 26, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our dear mother, Carol Taggart, on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at the Ste. Anne Hospital.

Carol leaves to cherish her many memories, her daughter Denise (Ron) Kehler, and her son Dennis. 

Cremation has taken place and a private celebration of life will be held. 

In lieu of flowers, donation may be...

Olga Tkachyk

Olga Tkachyk

Nov 18, 2025

God welcomed our mother, Olga Tkachyk, to her eternal home on November 18,2025, surrounded by those she loved most; her children.

Being 97 years old at the time of her passing, she was predeceased by too many to be named, notably by her soulmate and husband Mike on Oct 30, 1997, and her parents, Onufry Sokoliuk(1989) and Maria (1973). She is...

Deborah Mae Reese

Deborah Mae Reese

Nov 6, 2025

Unexpectedly, yet peacefully with her nieces and family at her side Deborah Mae Reese passed away Thursday, November 6, 2025 at the Health Science Centre in Winnipeg at the age of 67.

Debbie was predeceased by her brother Norman Farden, her brother Douglas Reese, her father Frank Reese, and her mother Bertha Reese.

Debbie will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by...

Eileen Elizabeth Wiebe

Eileen Elizabeth Wiebe

Nov 5, 2025

Our Mother, Eileen Elizabeth Wiebe was born to Henry and Edna Wohlgemuth on March 28, 1942. She was the 5th of 12 children. She peacefully fell asleep in the wee hours of the morning on November 5, 2025, at 83 years of age. She was married to Rennie Wiebe on July 27, 1962. They shared the joys and sorrows of...

David William Flood

David William Flood

Nov 4, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family of David William Flood announces his sudden passing on November 4, 2025, at the age of 76.

David will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 54 years, Glenna; his children, Jason (Sarah), Shanda (Jon), and Adam (Dawn); his grandchildren, Joshua, Benjamin, Zachary, Keenan, Nicholas, Karter, and Willow; his siblings, Gwen, Robyn, and...