OBITUARIES
Monty (Montgomery) Nelson Kehler
Sep 8, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of Monty Kehler, September 8, 2025, at Bethesda Regional Health Centre in Steinbach, Manitoba, at the age of 64. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Darlene, mother Dorothy, siblings Denise, Glenda (Larry), Wendy (Wenceslao), John (Lisa), Ainslie (Marc), Brent (Erika) and sister-in-law Susan (Kevin) as well as...
Rennie P. Wiebe
Sep 6, 2025
Rennie Wiebe was born on September 12, 1938, in Steinbach MB, to Gerhard (George) and Lillie Wiebe. He was the 3rd of 7 children. He quietly slipped away and went to be with his maker at the Maplewood Manor, on September 6, 2025, just 6 days before his 87th birthday. On July 27, 1962, Dad married Eileen Wohlgemuth, daughter to...
Vi Brown
Sep 5, 2025
Violet Brown passed away from this earth peacefully at Bethesda Regional Health Centre on Friday, September 5, 2025, at the age of 71, with family by her side.
Vi was the 15th of 16 children, raised on the farm in the New Bothwell area.
After Vi finished high school, she began her years of working at Derksen Printers.
Vi was married to Garry...
Emilie Anna Marie Dueck (nee Delorme)
Sep 3, 2025
It is with grieving hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved mother, Emily Dueck, on September 3, 2025, at the age of 69, in Ste. Anne, Manitoba.
Emily was born on July 2, 1956, to Emile and Aurise Delorme of St. Pierre, Manitoba, where she lived until settling down with her husband in Steinbach.
Emily was predeceased by her...
Jeannette Marie Saltel
Sep 2, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeannette Saltel (Mondor), known to many as “Mama Jean” on September 2nd, 2025 at Ste. Anne Hospital at the age of 79 years.
She was predeceased by her loving husband Marcel, her parents Octave and Jeanne Mondor, her siblings Dianne, Denis, and Pauline, her granddaughter Jordynn and numerous in-laws.
Jeannette was...
Peter Reimer
Sep 2, 2025
Peter Reimer, age 76, of Steinbach, Manitoba, passed away on September 2, 2025.
He is survived by his loving wife, Kathy; his children, daughter Delores (Michael) Kowalson, and grandchildren Brenleigh (Nathanael) Smith, Hailey (Emmanuel) Kowalson, Tianna (Raven) Kowalson, Alliyah (Solomon) Friesen, daughter Linda Reimer, and granddaughter Sankara Reimer, and daughter Karen (Jason) Penner; and grandsons Malachi, Carsten and Logan; and his...
Susanne Mary Marguerite Saini (née Lafrance)
2025
It is with profound sadness and immense love that we say goodbye to our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Susanne Mary Marguerite Saini (née Lafrance), who passed away unexpectedly yet peacefully on August 30, 2025, in Steinbach, Manitoba, at the age of 67.
Susanne will forever be cherished and deeply missed by her loving children Victor Saini and Amanda Saini (James)....
Storm Chaskey Kehler
Aug 30, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our brother, son, grandson, cousin, and friend on August 30, 2025, at the age of 27.
Storm Crosse Cinder Elijah Chaskey Kehler was born on July 25th, 1998, to Paul Chaskey and Peggy Campbell. At the age of one, Storm went to live with his forever parents, Friedhelm and...
Gladys Ann Bugera
Aug 26, 2025
Suddenly, on August 26, 2025, at home surrounded by family, Gladys Ann Bugera, at 72, went to meet her Savior.
She was predeceased by her father Walter Skryba, sister Lorraine Skryba Sawatsky, father-in-law Peter Bugera, her grandparents Alex and Maria Andrusiak, and Stanley and Anna Skryba.
She is survived by the love of her life Ronnie Pete Bugera, her daughter Teri-Lyn Augustowich,...
Jim Kirkland
Aug 25, 2025
After a lengthy illness, Jim Kirkland of Richer, Manitoba, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 25, 2025, at Ste. Anne Hospital in Ste. Anne, Manitoba, with his loved ones by his side.
Jim will be lovingly remembered by his partner of 42 years, Marlene; his son Daniel (Melissa); his grandchildren Neeko, Jaden, Derri (Justin), and Savanna (Matthew); and his great-grandchildren. He...
Margaret Shirley Laurie
Aug 12, 2025
Sadly and suddenly, on August 12, 2025, Margaret Shirley Laurie (nee Bednar) passed away peacefully in her sleep.
She leaves behind her loving husband Richard Laurie of 52 years and her two beautiful children, Jeff and Gayle, as well as her brother Stanley, sister Janet, and numerous nieces, nephews, friends, and loved ones.
She will be greatly missed. To know her was...
Christopher Ronald Frederickson
Aug 12, 2025
Christopher Frederickson (affectionately known as Fred), age 44, passed away peacefully on the morning of Tuesday, August 12, 2025, with the love of his family surrounding him.
Chris will be deeply missed by his wife of 17 years, Jamie; his two children, Bailey and Peyton; his mother, Tammy; siblings Alesha (James) and Cassandra (Zachary); father-in-law, Bill; mother-in-law, Carol; brother-in-law, Cory; and...
Pauline Anna Penner (nee: Esau)
Aug 9, 2025
Pauline was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose kind and gentle spirit touched many. Raised in Crooked Creek, Alberta, she dedicated her life to faith, family, and service. She shared 64 years of marriage with Menno, raising their children on farms in Rosenort and Swan River Valley. Known for her warmth, strength, and quiet grace, she found...
Richard Raymond Denis Pilloud
Aug 1, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved brother and uncle, Richard Raymond Denis Pilloud ("Ricky"), on Friday, August 1, 2025, at Bethesda Regional Health Centre.
Ricky is survived by his siblings, Daniel Pilloud (Georgette), Gilles Pilloud, Ronald Pilloud, Brigette Sabiston (Ken), and many cherished nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends. He was predeceased by...
William Robert Schellenberg
Jul 30, 2025
We are deeply saddened to announce the recent passing of William (Bob) on July 30, 2025 at the age of 75 years old, after a 2 1/2 year battle with cancer.
William was born May 3, 1950 in Altona, Manitoba.
He accepted Jesus Christ when he was 18 years old. A few months later, he moved to BC making it his home....
(John) Andrew Stewart
Jul 26, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Andrew Stewart of Niverville, MB, who left us peacefully on July 26, 2025, at the age of 69.
Born in Port Arthur, Ontario (now Thunder Bay), Andrew was the middle child of Gertie and Archie Stewart. He grew up in the small northern town of Atikokan, where his lifelong love of the outdoors...
Rebekah Marie Hiebert
Jul 22, 2025
Becky Hiebert, age 65, went home to be with Jesus on the afternoon of Tuesday, July 22nd 2025, with her loving husband by her side. Her battle with cancer has come to an end, and her family rejoices that she is now healed and in the presence of her Lord and Saviour.
Becky is survived by her beloved husband of 41...
David Petreny Sofroniuk
Jul 20, 2025
David Petreny Sofroniuk, born on July 18, 1944, in Port Arthur, Ontario, passed away on July 20, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, faith, and generosity. He was a dedicated man who cherished his family and upheld strong spiritual beliefs throughout his life. Known for his incredible sense of humor, David had a unique ability to bring laughter to...
Gerald Leopold Joseph Girardin
Jul 20, 2025
It is with deep sadness that the family announces the passing of Gerald on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at Bethesda Regional Health Centre in Steinbach, Manitoba, at the age of 81.
He was predeceased by his parents, Albert and Jeanne, brothers Ronald and Patrick, sister Pauline, grand-daughter Leah, brother-in-law Leonard Fehr, and sisters-in-law Joanna Bouchard and Ruth Girardin.
Left to cherish his...
Allan Phillip Bernard
Jul 19, 2025
We lost our father Allan Phillip Bernard this past weekend, on July 19th, 2025 and we can tell you—losing a father changes everything.
No matter how grown we are, his passing leaves us feeling like children again—lost, longing for his strength, his voice, and the steady presence that once anchored us.
Our dad was so much more than a parent. He was...