OBITUARIES
Kathy P. Schroeder
Jul 26, 2026
2 Timothy 4:7- "I Have Fought the Good Fight, I Have Finished the Race, I Have Kept the Faith."
It is with profound sadness, although not sadness without hope, that we announce the passing of our dearly beloved mother/grandmother and sister, Katherine (Tina) Pries Broesky Schroeder, on the morning of July 26th, 2026; peacefully at home at the age of 81...
Dallas Sumner
Jul 20, 2026
It is with heavy hearts we announce the unexpected passing of Dallas Sumner.
Dallas will be remembered by his father Dustin Paul, mother Chantal Sumner, sister Aaliyah and brother Denzel.
Dallas will be missed by foster parents Leonard and Carol Wiens, brother Mark (Kelsey) Wiens, sisters Danika (Daniel) Beaudette and Kendra (Dwayne) Doerksen.
Dallas will also be missed by his first foster parents,...
Erich Froese
Jul 18, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of our son, brother, uncle and friend, Erich Froese age 51 on Saturday July 18, 2026.
Erich was predeceased by his father, Jacob, his grandparents, and 2 uncles.
Erich will be sadly missed by his parents; Netti (John) Wiens, brothers; Erwin Froese, and Hans Froese (Neta), nephew; Braden Froese, and niece;...
Anne Gunther
Jul 17, 2026
Anne (Zacharias) Gunther was born in the RM of Stuartburn, Manitoba on February 26, 1933. She grew up in the Tolstoi / Stuartburn area and went to school at the Bradley country school until she completed grade 8. After that her father found her work helping a family in Ste Elizabeth. At the age of 17 she went to Winnipeg...
Katharina Dueck Unrau
Jul 13, 2026
In loving memory of Katharina Unrau, who passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026, at 7:50 am, at Rest Haven in Steinbach, Manitoba at the age of 88 years, 3 months, 13 days. Katharina was predeceased by 3 children, Isaak, Heinrich, and Sara; 1 son-in-law, Ernst Shroeder, her parents (Isaak & Katharina Dueck); parents-in-law (Heinrich & Sara Unrau); and many...
Kevin Todd Cooper
Jul 13, 2026
It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of our dear beloved son Kevin on July 13, 2026, in Winnipeg at the young age of 39.
Kevin was predeceased by his older brothers Derek & Steven, uncles Gary Bergen, Randy Jaques & Eric Cooper, auntie Norma Lee, and his grandparents Jake and Jessie Bergen, Harold & Patricia Cooper (Bahamas).
Kevin...
Pamela Rae Toews
Jul 9, 2026
Peacefully, with family by her side, Pamela Rae Toews (nee Friesen) passed away at the Bethesda Regional Health Centre in Steinbach on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at the age of 58 years.
She will be deeply missed by her husband, Jeff, her mother, Irma Friesen, her sister Paula Friesen and her husband Mike Ho, her nieces Dana Sheppard (Katelyn) and Jenna...
Guy Forest "Papa Snoop"
Jul 8, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved “Papa Snoop," Guy Forest, on Wednesday, July 8th, 2026, at the age of 71. His passing has left a profound void in the hearts of his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Guy will be remembered as a hardworking, kind, and selfless...
Ruth Eileen Froese
Jul 7, 2026
Ruth Eileen Froese (Wohlgemuth) was born on July 23, 1939, to Frank and Elizabeth Wohlgemuth in Steinbach, Manitoba. She passed away peacefully on July 7, 2026, with her children by her side.
Mom was baptized on November 18, 1951, by Min. John M. Penner. Her faith was precious to her until the end.
Mom had a straightforward personality and was not afraid...
Frank Kauenhofen
Jul 3, 2026
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and friend, Frank (Pancho).
In 1989, Frank & Debbie along with their family started a new adventure moving from Manitoba to Northern Alberta’s Peace Country. There, Frank became a respected and well known heavy equipment operator, as well as continued being an avid hunter.
Not being...
Juniper Maelynn Rae Hallett
Jun 30, 2026
In Loving Memory of Juniper Maelynn Rae Hallett- Spirit Name Kookums Child.
Our precious Juniper, affectionately known as our little “Junebug,” touched more hearts in her short time on earth than many do in a lifetime.
She is lovingly remembered by her parents, Alexis Hallett and Ashton Peters; her brother, Kayce Hallett; her Kokum and Mushom, Bobbie Hallett and Ken Worme; her...
William George Vajdl
Jun 28, 2026
It is with sorrow and sadness that the family announces the peaceful passing of their dear brother William (Bill) Vajdl on Sunday, June 28, 2026 at the St Boniface Hospital.
He was predeceased by his parents; Josef and Elenore, as well as his brothers; Ben and Joey, his niece; Crystal, and his nephews Bryden and Bernard.
Bill leaves to cherish his many...
Collin Alexander Sundell
Jun 20, 2026
Born March 24, 1969, Collin left us too young. His wife Darlene is comforted by knowing his other true love, his mother Gloria and his dear nephew Bailey are across the rainbow bridge to greet Uncle Bubblebutt. After a short and unexpected illness, Collin passed on June 20, 2026. The symbolism of an unexpected birth of a beautiful baby black...
Jake Wall
Jun 11, 2026
Jake Wall, age 93, of Ste. Anne, Manitoba, loving husband to Susan Dueck, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026.
In keeping with Jake’s wishes, no formal service will be held.
Thank you to all the staff at Bethesda Regional Health Centre who provided care for him during his final days.
Vernon James Blyth
Jun 5, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our devoted Dad, Vernon Blyth, on June 5, 2026, his 91st birthday, at Bethesda Place in Steinbach, MB.
Dad was predeceased by his wife Jane, son Paul, parents James and Alma Blyth, brother Gordon, twin sister Joan, sister Edith along with many other loved ones.
Left to cherish Vernon’s memory are...
Anne Toews
May 31, 2026
On May 31, 2026, in the early afternoon with her family at her side, Anne Toews went peacefully home to be with Jesus. Anne will be missed by her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Anne will be greatly missed by her family; daughter in law Giselle and David Martens (Steven & Alyssa Toews, [Ezekiel, Oliver and Hannah]; Jordan and Heidi Toews,...
Marie Adams
May 30, 2026
In Loving Memory of Marie Blanche Adams
Marie peacefully passed away at the Altona Community Memorial Health Centre at the age of 72.
Marie was the daughter of John and Bertha Hart, the second-oldest of six siblings.
Marie was predeceased by her husband, Eddie Adams, on October 13, 2025. Though they lived separately, with Eddie in a care home in the later years....
Bobby Alan Hiebert
May 29, 2026
Bob Hiebert passed away peacefully at his home on May 29, 2026. Bob was born on July 21, 1958. He spent his early years in many southeastern communities. He resided in Winnipeg for the last 40 years.
Bob had suffered a stroke this past winter, and his health continued to decline after that. He very much appreciated the help he received...
Elizabeth Larson
May 27, 2026
We rejoice that our mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother, Elizabeth Larson entered her eternal home on May 27, 2026 at the age of 97 years.
Elizabeth's family that mourns her loss, while celebrating her memory are; her children, Lewis (Deborah), Shirley (Dave) Maslen, David (Tammy), Dennis (Nicky) and Jerry (Terri); 22 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren.
Elizabeth was pre-deceased by her...
John Michael Zaretski
May 18, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of John Zaretski peacefully at home on Monday, May 18, 2026.
He will be lovingly remembered by his daughter Jackie (Ryan), son Aiden (Mandy), grandkids Kaitlyn (Cowlwyn), Reese (Jaxon) and Logan, sister Annette (Clement) and friend Claire.
As per John’s wishes, cremation and a private family interment will take place at a...


