OBITUARIES

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...

James (Jim) Dale Gibson

James (Jim) Dale Gibson

Aug 14, 2024

James (Jim) Dale Gibson passed away peacefully with his wife, Patricia (Pat) Gibson at his side in the early morning hours of August 14th, 2024. Dad struggled with his health for three years, growing weaker each year. This battle is now over.

Jim will be remembered by his wife Patricia, children; Crystal (Dan) Kehler, Holly (Matthew) Christopher and Cameron Gibson (Paige...

Karla Flaten

Karla Flaten

Aug 10, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved wife, amazing mother, and adored Amma, Karla-Jan Flaten (nee Bjornson), on August 10, 2024, at the age of 61.

Karla will be lovingly missed by her husband Gary, daughter Leah (Darrin), and grand-daughters Kollyns and Kamryn. She also leaves to mourn, her siblings Terry Bjornson (Janet), Kim...

Colin Jessie Bernardin Hebert

Colin Jessie Bernardin Hebert

Aug 7, 2024

Colin Jessie Bernardin Hebert 32, was taken from us suddenly on August 7th, 2024. 

A private viewing will be held Friday August 16, 2024, and is by invitation only. 

Colin was born June 26, 1992, at Victoria Hospital in Winnipeg. 

Colin was a kind, generous and sensitive man, only wanting to be loved and to love. He was a very angry boy for most...

Henry Poetker

Henry Poetker

Aug 7, 2024

After a hard-fought battle with COPD, with our mother at his side, our father Henry W. Poetker was ushered into the arms of his Saviour in the early morning hours of August 7, 2024.

 He is survived by his wife Helen, his daughters, Audrey, Laurie (Paul), Judy (Erwin), Sharon (Ian); his sons Henry (Lisa), Garry (Sherisse), Ron (Crystal); and his daughter...

Pauline Palmer (nee: Nykyforchyn)

Pauline Palmer (nee: Nykyforchyn)

Aug 3, 2024

On the evening of Saturday August 3rd after a brief hospital stay at Bethesda Regional Health Centre in Steinbach, Manitoba, Pauline slipped away peacefully at the age of 96 years.

Pauline was predeceased by her husband Peter (Pasajluk) Palmer and her two daughters Linda Rynalski and Annette Quetglas.

 Left to cherish Pauline’s memory are her son Peter Palmer (Ashley), daughter Marilyn Mordes...

Brody Gobeil

Brody Gobeil

Jul 29, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend, Brody Gobeil on Monday, July 29, 2024 at the De Salaberry District Health Centre after a lengthy battle with brain cancer. 

A celebration of life is being planned for Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 7:00 pm at the Trans Canada...

Brian David Poetker

Brian David Poetker

Jul 25, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of my life partner, dog dad, son, brother, uncle and friend, Brian David Poetker on Thursday, July 25th, 2024.

Brian was born on June 7th 1964 to Jacob & Elma Poetker, formerly of New Bothwell, Manitoba. Brian grew up on the family farm just south of New Bothwell. At a...

(Anne) Esther Isaac (nee Konrad)

(Anne) Esther Isaac (nee Konrad)

Jul 16, 2024

Esther was born on March 21, 1936, in Winnipeg, to John and Anna Konrad. She was the 4th of 6 children. She grew up in a loving home where her parents instilled values of faith in God, respect, hard work, and honesty. 

Esther inherited a love of music from her parents, and sang many solos, and in many groups and choirs...

Rene Joseph Jacques Hebert

Rene Joseph Jacques Hebert

Jul 15, 2024

On July 15, 2024 Rene Joseph Jacques Hebert passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home in Lorette, MB.

Rene was born April 5, 1946 at the St Boniface Hospital. 

He was predeceased by is father; Jean (1964) mother; Bernadette (1986) and his brother; Roger (1978).

Rene is survived and mourned by his wife of 51 years; Donna (Wiklund) sons; Greg and...