OBITUARIES
Lynne Hugette Marie Danielle Forest
Sep 8, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lynne (Gauthier) Forest, our sweet Mom, Memere, Gma, Tontinne, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Germaine, and “Ma Fwiend” at the age of 64, On September 8, 2026 surrounded by her family.
Lynne was predeceased by her beloved husband, Guy, just two short months ago. After 45 years of marriage, they were devoted to...
Johan Banman
Sep 2, 2026
This is the obituary for Johan Banman, who passed at his home in Grunthal, Manitoba, on September 2 of this year, 2026. Johan Banman was born into a family of 14 to parents Jacob and Aganetha Banman on November 2, 1960, in Chihuahua, Mexico. He was baptized on April 25, 1982, and married his wife, Katharina Dyck, on Septemeber 4th,...
Anita Korpas
Sep 1, 2026
With deep sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of Anita Korpas on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at Bethesda Regional Health Centre in Steinbach, Manitoba, surrounded by loving friends.
Anita was born on January 8, 1941, in Niedersessmar, Germany—a date she would proudly point out that she shared with Elvis Presley. Her life was shaped by remarkable experiences from an early age....
Thomas Duku Neorh
Aug 20, 2026
In Loving Memory of Thomas Duku Neorh
Thomas Duku Neorh, was born May 15 1968 in Murray Town, Rivercess County, Liberia, West Africa. He passed away August 20 2026 at Bethesda Hospital Steinbach Manitoba , age 58 years.
He was a beloved husband, father, friend, and member of the Liberian community in Manitoba. He was the devoted husband of Evelyn and the...
Alexander Derksen
Aug 19, 2026
Peacefully with family by his side, Alexander passed away at the Bethesda Hospital on August 19, 2026 at the age of 69. He was the youngest of eight siblings and is survived by five of his remaining siblings. Alex will be sadly missed and remembered by his loving wife Valentina; his son Leo + (Alma) Derksen and their children: Cynthia,...
Teodora "Dora" Gerbrandt
Aug 17, 2026
Beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, Teodora “Dora” Gerbrandt is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, Murray and their children Bryan (Ashley) Gerbrandt, Melissa (Brett) Stemkoski, her grandchildren Charles and Jayde Gerbrandt, her brothers Andreas (Robin) and Angelo (Susan), sisters-in-law Carol Dick and Lori (Jay) Lange along with many nieces and nephews.
Dora was predeceased by her parents Ioannis and...
Heinrich Braun
Aug 13, 2026
In loving memory, we announce the passing of Heinrich Braun on Thursday, August 13, 2026.
Praising the Lord for our faithful Husband, Father, and Grandfather are: his wife of 51 years, Olga Braun; children: Lore Braun; Heinrich & Olga Pankratz; Dani & Luisa Schulz; grandchildren: Matthew, Marcus, Elijah, Paige, Joel, and Caleb.
A funeral service is planned for 1:00 pm, Saturday, August...
Abraham Friesen
Aug 13, 2026
Abe (Abraham) Friesen passed away peacefully on August 13, 2026, in Gimli, Manitoba at the age of 83.
He was born on March 26, 1943, in Chihuahua, Mexico, to Abram and Elizabeth Friesen, the seventh of 18 children.
Abe treasured his family and remained close with his siblings throughout his life. He was baptized in the Kleingemeinde church in Mexico on September...
Allen Obed Doerksen
Aug 12, 2026
It is with heavy heart that we announce the peaceful passing of Allen Obed Doerksen age 80 on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at the Bethesda Regional Health Centre.
Allen was a self-employed and self-taught mechanic. His love for enjoyed engines both big or small brought him hours of joys as he tinkered on the carburetors. Allen enjoyed going for coffee with...
Karen Irene Baldwin
Aug 6, 2026
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our loving mom, Karen Irene Baldwin (Lillyman) on August 6, 2026. She is survived by her two sons, Gary Parkes-Toews (Ashley) and Michael Parkes; her two adorable grandchildren, Charley and Lincoln; her brother Keith Lillyman (Jen) of B.C.
Karen is predeceased by her husband Earl Baldwin (Bill); her dad and mom,...
Silas Allan Adams
Jul 27, 2026
Silas Adams, born May 14, 1982, passed away on July 27, 2026, leaving behind a legacy shaped by perseverance, quiet generosity, and a heart that never stopped reaching for connection.
Throughout his life, Silas faced more than his share of hardship. He carried burdens that were often invisible to others, yet he continued to show up—with a tenderness that revealed who...
Gerard "Lucas" Jeninga
Jul 27, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Gerard "Lucas" Pierre John Jeninga age 30 on Monday July 27, 2026 at his residence.
Gerard will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed by; Sandra Kotz, Tammy Jeninga, Larry Livingstone, sister Chynoah, and Ron Jeninga as well as extended family, and friends.
A funeral service will be held...
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...
Archie Chabot
Jul 25, 2026
It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Archie Chabot on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at the age of 61. Archie passed away while riding his beloved motorcycle, doing something that brought him joy and a sense of freedom.
Archie will be forever cherished by his wife, Liz; his children, Nick (Annick), Faye (Steve),...
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...


