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Leonard Peter Wiebe

Leonard Peter Wiebe

Oct 4, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that the family announce the peaceful passing of their father, grandfather, brother and friend Leonard Wiebe, age 70, on Friday October 4, 2024, surrounded by his family, after a battle with cancer.

Len was predeceased by his wife Kathie in 2021.

He leaves to cherish his many memories; his sons; Jim (Romie) and Danny (Aubrey), his grandchildren;...

Betty Rose Dracass

Betty Rose Dracass

Oct 4, 2024

With great sadness, we announce the passing of Betty Rose Dracass on Friday October 4, 2024, at Bethesda Regional Health Centre.

Betty was predeceased by her husband Ken, parents Jim and Norma Coles and her only sister Karen Verbeke.

The joy in her life was her family and they brought her the greatest happiness. Betty’s son Brian (Edmonton, Alberta) taught her through...

Rachelle Lilianne Breton

Rachelle Lilianne Breton

Oct 1, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the untimely passing of Rachelle Lilianne Marie Breton on October 1, 2024, at the age of 44. She was predeceased by her beloved mother, Lynne Breton, whom she missed dearly and loved deeply since her passing in January 2023, as well as by her father-in-law Jeannot St-Vincent, and brother-in-law Serge St-Vincent.

Rachelle leaves...

Maria Doerksen (Nee: Penner)

Maria Doerksen (Nee: Penner)

Sep 25, 2024

Maria Doerksen age 80 years, 6 months and 8 days, beloved wife of Peter Doerksen for 47 years, went to be with her Lord and Saviour on Sept. 25, 2024, 5:26 p.m. at Rest Haven Care Home with her daughters by her side.

Maria was born on March 17, 1944 the 4th child of 14 children. in Sommerfeld, Chihuahua Mexico, to...

Alexander Stroh

Alexander Stroh

Sep 24, 2024

In Loving Memory of Alexander Stroh

Alexander Stroh was born into a pastoral family in Tort-Kuduk, Kazakhstan. He completed his high school education, attending 10 classes, and at the age of 18, he served his country in the army for four months.

In 1978, he married Luba Ivanowa, and together they were blessed with 14 children between 1979 and 1999. As a...

James Levi Kauenhowen

James Levi Kauenhowen

Sep 24, 2024

The family of James Levi Kauenhowen would like to announce the peaceful passing of their husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at the Bethesda Personal Care Home, in Steinbach, Manitoba.

James is survived by wife Mary (nee Giesbrecht) Daughter Cindy & Ike Froese; Ryley & Madi; Dawsyn & Taylor with Bostyn & Scotty; Jasper & Jayme....

Bradley Alan Halpenny

Bradley Alan Halpenny

Sep 24, 2024

Peacefully with his beloved wife by his side, Brad went to heaven at Bethesda Regional Health Centre on September 24, 2024, at the age of 68. Unfortunately, his brave and courageous battle with cancer finally took him way too early.

Brad especially loved his family. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his soulmate and wife; Darlene, special Stepson;,...

Brenda Lee Mankey

Brenda Lee Mankey

Sep 23, 2024

It is with great sadness that we mourn the loss of our precious Brenda. Brenda Lee Mankey passed away Monday, September 23, 2024, at the age of 50.

She was predeceased by her father, Ronald Mankey. Left to cherish her memory is her partner Dave, his parents Lydia and Ted and the Boyachek family.

Her two daughters Kayla and her husband Adam,...

Mary Cote

Mary Cote

Sep 16, 2024

With heavy hearts, the family of Mary Cote announce her passing on September 16, 2024 at Bethesda Place Care Home in Steinbach, MB. 

Mary was born June 18, 1949 to the late Elra and Ida Galusha (nee Irvine).

Mary enjoyed reading, playing card games with friends and family. She was an excellent baker and cook. Her family enjoyed many tasty treats from...

Helen Judith Brown

Helen Judith Brown

Sep 16, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, friend, and co-worker Helen Brown age 63 years, on Monday, September 16, 2024, after a brief battle with cancer.

Helen was predeceased by her mother; Doreen (2019) and father; Jim (1995).

Helen will be sadly missed by those who loved her: daughter; Dory, grandson; Bentley,...

Kelly Jean Knelsen

Kelly Jean Knelsen

Sep 6, 2024

Mum, Momma Bear, your life was filled with love, laughter, and lightness. Your fierce and shining light flickered and radiated from your soul for 57 years, lighting the path of everyone in it until the 6th day of September 2024. 

Kelly Jean Knelsen (nee Doerksen), born April 18,1967 was predeceased by her parents, Jake and Lois, and her brother Kevin. She...

David P. Brandt

David P. Brandt

Aug 29, 2024

David P. Brandt age 91 surrounded by his family, went home to be with Jesus on Thursday, August 29, 2024 at the Bethesda Regional Health Centre. 

He was predeceased by his first wife Adeline (Barkman), six brothers, two sisters and a step son in law, Mark Cole.

He leaves to cherish his many memories, his wife; Mary (Unrau - Rempel), sons: Merv...

Noëlla Coulombe

Noëlla Coulombe

Aug 24, 2024

After 95 years of love, courage, strength and hard work, Mom is at rest. She passed away peacefully on August 24, 2024, surrounded by her family at the De Salaberry Health Centre in St Pierre, MB.

Born on the 24th of December 1928 at the “Coulée des Naults”, halfway between St Malo and St Pierre, she was the daughter of William...

Leonard Steven Zema

Leonard Steven Zema

Aug 23, 2024

The family and friends of Leonard Steven Zema would like to announce his peaceful passing on Friday, August 23, 2024, at the Bethesda Regional Health Centre, Steinbach, Manitoba.

Cremation will take place and there will be no formal services planned.

Christopher Edmund Milton

Christopher Edmund Milton

Aug 22, 2024

It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of Christopher Edmund Milton on August 22, 2024. Chris died peacefully surrounding by loved ones in his home in Middlebro, Manitoba.

Chris was born in Gloucester, England on October 24, 1939. He lived most of his early years in Bridgewater, Somerset. During his youth he lived in several different RAF bases...

Mary Elizabeth Prette

Mary Elizabeth Prette

Aug 21, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Elizabeth Prette in her home, with her loving family at her side.

She was predeceased by her parents William & Doris Hill.

Leaves to cherish her memories are, her loving husband Wayne Prette, son Shawn (Lana) Hill & granddaughter Addison Agecoutay-Hill, son Travis Prette, granddaughter Jasmine, two grandsons Seth &...

Reginald Ralph Freund

Reginald Ralph Freund

Aug 19, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Reg Freund on August 19, 2024.

He leaves to mourn his son Tyler Freund, mother Adelaide Freund, brother Don (Charlene) Freund, their children Austin, Robin, sister Gaylene (Derrick) Mehling, their children Lyle and Shelley (Peyton, Paisley, Isla) Cole and Rebecca, Trent and Kallyn (Jase, Lindy, Beau) sister-in-law Diana Freund...

Sarah Friesen   (nee: Kornelsen)

Sarah Friesen (nee: Kornelsen)

Aug 18, 2024

Sarah Friesen passed peacefully into the presence of the Lord on Sunday, August 18, 2024, in her home. She was 68. 

She is survived by her children: Rachel Bueckert, Sarah Pelletier (Dan), and Isaac Bueckert (Larissa); her granddaughters: Samantha LeDorze (Matthieu) and Isabelle Pelletier; her brother Frank Kornelsen (Elizabeth) and her sister-in-law Marcy Kornelsen.

Sarah was predeceased by her parents, Jake and...

Donald James Mitchell

Donald James Mitchell

Aug 15, 2024

 

Donald James Mitchell, born on March 20, 1947, at Leader Saskatchewan, was called home by the Lord on August 15, 2024. 

He is lovingly survived by his wife JoAnne of 47 years and by his loving family Scott (Maria), Mark, Chris (Elisha), Bradley (Tracy), his precious grandchildren: Keadon, Mia, Hailey, Kensey, and Marisa and sister Faye Rolick. 

 Don was predeceased by his...

Richard Oscar Joseph Choquette

Richard Oscar Joseph Choquette

Aug 14, 2024

** Note service time change **

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Richard Oscar Choquette, beloved husband, father and grandfather "pepère" at the age of 77 on Wednesday, August 14th, 2024, with his family by his side. 

Mourning his loss is his wife of 54 years, Lucienne, née Lafantaisie and his five children Colette (Roger), Gaétan, Rachel...