OBITUARIES
Bruce Allen Taggart
Aug 12, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that the family announce the peaceful passing of Bruce Taggart surrounded by his family on Saturday, August 12, 2023, at the Bethesda Regional Health Centre.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Carol, children Denise (Ron) Kehler, and Dennis.
Cremation will take place, and a private celebration of life will be held at a...
Elaine Marie Friesen
Aug 11, 2023
Elaine Marie Friesen died on August 11, 2023, surrounded by her family.
She leaves behind her husband, Len; daughters Hilary (Mike), Erin (Dave); grandchildren Sean and Emma; brothers and sisters Brian (Caroline), Jean, Gwen (JP) and Steve (Diane) and their children Matt and Alex. As well as brothers and sister’s in-law, Brenda, her children Robert, Natalia and Tania; John (Marlene)...
Thomas Peter Fast
Aug 6, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear father, grandfather and friend, Tom Fast. After a lengthy battle with illness he passed away on Sunday, August 6, 2023. He is predeceased by his Mother, Nellie, Father, Peter and infant son George. He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his partner, Marianne, sons,...
Nancy Lynn Budding
Aug 5, 2023
It is with deep sorrow and sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother and friend, Nancy Lynn Budding on Saturday, August 5, 2023.
Nancy was predeceased by her husband Peter on September 14, 2020.
She leave to cherish her many memories, her children: Zachary, Aaron (Rachel), Zoe, and family friend Chris.
Nancy had a love for baking...
Wendy Lynn Melnyk
Aug 2, 2023
With deep sadness and heavy hearts, the family announces the passing of Wendy Melnyk, loving daughter, mother, and sister at the Thompson General Hospital on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, surrounded by her children, mother and brother.
Wendy was predeceased by her father Taras Patrick in 2006.
She is survived by her son; Gareth (Aubrey), daughter; Shaylyn, mother; Joan Patrick and...
Edwin (Ed) Reimer
Jul 28, 2023
Peacefully with family by his side, our husband, father, grandfather, great-grand father, brother, uncle and friend, Edwin Reimer, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, July 28, 2023, at the Bethesda Regional Health Centre.
He is survived by his loving wife Betty, of 57 years; one daughter, Sharlene White; one son, Ian (Linda) Reimer; Five grandchildren,...
George Ferguson Gowland
Jul 17, 2023
It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of George Ferguson Gowland.
George was born in Middlesbrough, England to George and Jean Gowland. He grew up in Billingham with his brother Darren, sister Debra and sister Tarnya who unfortunately would only be with them for a short time.
At the age of 21 George decided...
Raymond Janisch
Jul 16, 2023
In loving memory of Raymond Janisch age 84 who passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 16, 2023 at Bethesda Place Personal Care Home.
Raymond was predeceased by his parents Raimund and Theresia.
Raymond leaves to mourn his wife Peggy, children; Theresa (Fred), Tony (Claudie), grandchildren; Lily-Anne, Anna-Belle, Sebastien, and great granddaughter, Madelyne. As well as his sister; Rosa, brother Werner,...
Alyssa Shae Van Osch
Jul 10, 2023
It is with deep sorrow and sadness to announce that Alyssa Shae Van Osch, age 19, of Lorette, MB, was suddenly taken from us on July 10, 2023, in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Born on June 27, 2004, Alyssa brought a powerful energy that lit up any room she entered. She was fiercely loved and will be deeply missed.
Alyssa leaves behind...
John Menno Stoesz
Jul 10, 2023
John Menno Stoesz, age 73, passed away on July 10, 2023 at his home in Niverville, Manitoba.
John was born on June 26, 1950, in Steinbach, Manitoba. He grew up on the family farm by Randolph. John was the fifth of seven children.
John is survived by his wife of 49 years; Denise, son; Clinton (Pamela), daughter; Adrienne, along with...
Bonnie Louise Dayment
Jul 10, 2023
Bonnie Louise Dayment: A Life Well-lived, Forever CherishedIt is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bonnie Louise Dayment, a remarkable woman who touched the lives of many. Bonnie passed on Monday, July 10, 2023, at Ste. Anne Hospital.Born on July 14, 1950, in Swan River, Manitoba, Bonnie was the beloved daughter of Donald and...
Gary Thomas Phillips
Jun 28, 2023
We are deeply saddened to announce the peaceful passing of Gary Thomas Phillips after a hard-fought battle with stomach and esophageal cancer, on June 28, 2023, at the age of 71.
He leaves behind his wife of 25 years, Agatha, daughter Amber (Bob), stepdaughter Naomi, foster sons Louis and Dameon, step granddaughters Gina and Kristen. He also leaves behind...
Douglas Kenneth Watt
Jun 27, 2023
Douglas Kenneth Watt passed away peacefully at Riverview Health Centre after a courageous battle with multiple myeloma on June 27, 2023.
Doug was born in Edmonton, Alberta on April 8, 1969 to Kenneth and Noreen (Shaw) Watt. The family moved to Fort Frances, Ontario in 1971. Doug attended Robert Moore School and Fort Frances High School where he met the...
Etta Rose Schmidt
Jun 25, 2023
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Etta Rose Schmidt on Sunday June 25, 2023 at the Bethesda Regional Health Centre at the age of 95 years.
Etta was predeceased by her husband Victor and son Bill.
Etta will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by her son; Darrel and wife Jennet, brother; Dori, daughter...
Parry Colin Gustavus Shymkiw
Jun 23, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved husband, son, brother, nephew, uncle, cousin and friend Parry Shymkiw age 49, on Friday, June 23, 2023 at his residence. Parry was surrounded by his family, as he entered into Jehovah's memory.
Parry was predeceased by his father Eugene Shymkiw, his grandparents and aunties, and uncles.
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Larry Peter Allarie
Jun 18, 2023
Unexpectedly, yet peacefully on June 18, 2023, Larry Allarie at the age of 85, passed away at home. Larry was predeceased by his beloved wife Adeline (Mondor) Allarie (November 5, 2020) and cherished son Brian Allarie (August 31, 2015). Larry has also joined his parents (Peter and Anne), his brother, Walter and sisters, Helen and Pierrette in Heaven. Adeline...
Eleanor Warkentin Barkman
Jun 12, 2023
Eleanor Warkentin Barkman was born March 13, 1927 to Ben D and Agnes Warkentin at Greenland, Manitoba. She passed away at Maplewood Manor, Steinbach, Manitoba June 12, 2023, at the age of 96 years. She gave her heart to the Lord and was baptized at Greenland into the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite on May 2, 1940. She remained...
Frank Koop Plett
May 31, 2023
Frank Koop Plett, husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather was born on the farm 2 miles East of Landmark on March 28, 1926 to Peter F. and Sara Plett.
Four weeks ago, dad started experiencing shortness of breath and was hospitalized with pneumonia. After a brief illness, he passed into Glory with family by his side on May 31, 2023 at...
Bernhard (Ben) W. Friesen
May 25, 2023
Ben W. Friesen was born in the R. M. of Hanover on August 23, 1933 to David M. and Katarina Friesen. His early life was filled with challenges, especially when his mother passed away when he was merely two years old. When he was five years old his father remarried, this was quite an adjustment for this young lad.
Ben...
Bill (William) Wynychuk
May 21, 2023
It is with deep sorrow and sadness that we announce the passing of Bill (William) Wynychuk, on Sunday May, 21, 2023 at the Bethesda Regional Health Centre.
Bill leaves to cherish his many memories, his loving wife of 50 years; Tina. His children; Rob (Vivian), Debbie Miller (Albert), Jerry (Tracy) grandchildren Cole, Brooklyn, Andrew and Daylan. Sister; Kathy (Nestor) Stadnyk,...