OBITUARIES

Wendy M. Patrick

Wendy M. Patrick

Oct 29, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of our dear wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Wendy Patrick on Tuesday, October 29, 2024. She ended this life held by her husband and daughter in the home they shared.

Wendy was preceded in death by her parents Lewis and Virginia Willming and her brother Leonard Willming....

Pamela May Neufeld

Pamela May Neufeld

Oct 23, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear mother Pamela May Neufeld on Wednesday, October 23, 2024.

She is survived by her two daughters and her grandchildren: Ashley (Eric) Chouinard, Brielle, Arie, and Taylor (Bruno) Noll, Connor, Addison and her daughters' father Dave Neufeld.

Mom we will miss you, and we love you to the moon and...

Della Wohlgemuth

Della Wohlgemuth

Oct 19, 2024

Our dear sister and auntie Della Wohlgemuth was born to Cornelius and Minna Reimer Wohlgemuth on February 23, 1949, in Steinbach, Manitoba. She peacefully departed this life on October 19, 2024, at Maplewood Manor, Steinbach, Manitoba. 

Della accepted Jesus as her Saviour and was baptized on April 30, 1961, into the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, by Minister Clifford Penner....

Elizabeth (Betty) Koop (Nee: Hildebrand)

Elizabeth (Betty) Koop (Nee: Hildebrand)

Oct 17, 2024



It is with great sadness that we mourn the loss of Elizabeth “Betty” Koop. She passed away peacefully October 17, 2024, at age 70 surrounded by loved ones.

Betty is survived by her loving husband Herb, daughter Ginny (Richard), son Bryan (Bree) and grandson Haiden. Also left to mourn her passing are her siblings Ruth, Ernie, Dorothy, Carol, Sandi, Barb, Rick...

Albert Bruce Horner

Albert Bruce Horner

Oct 16, 2024

The family of Albert "Bruce" Horner would like to announce his peaceful passing on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at Bethesda Regional Health Centre in Steinbach, Manitoba.

Bruce will be deeply missed by his Children, Grandchildren, Sisters, Nieces, Nephews and many Friends.

As per Bruce‘s wishes, cremation has taken place, and a celebration of life will be planned in Shelburne Ontario next summer.

Bruce...

Deborah Lee Fewster (nee: Dunn)

Deborah Lee Fewster (nee: Dunn)

Oct 13, 2024

It is with profoundly heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved mother, Deborah Lee Fewster (nee. Dunn) on October 13, 2024, at her home in Niverville at the age of 69.

Debbie was born to Wesley and Sadie Dunn on November 12, 1954, in Carman, Manitoba and is survived by her 3 children, Colleen Dyck (Grant), Ella...

Gabriel Toews

Gabriel Toews

Oct 10, 2024

It is with extreme sorrow and sadness that Armando and Dayvia Toews announce the passing of their beloved Gabriel Toews, October 10, 2024 at the Bethesda Regional Health Centre.. 

Gabriel was an active baby in the womb, and was already so loved by his siblings (Kayne, Aurora, and Jericho), grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. Five days before his due date Gabriel...

Marilyn Agnes Penner

Marilyn Agnes Penner

Oct 4, 2024

Our dear sister, Marilyn Penner, was born on February 22, 1940 the second child of John G. and Agnes Penner in Steinbach, Manitoba. She peacefully passed away from cancer on October 4, 2024 at Maplewood Manor, Steinbach, MB. 

Marilyn got her education at the Greenland North School. Being the oldest daughter in a family of nine, she became a responsible big...

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...