OBITUARIES

Paul Arthur Joseph Laramée

Paul Arthur Joseph Laramée

May 11, 2026

In loving memory of Paul Arthur Joseph Laramée, who passed away suddenly on Monday, May 11, 2026, in his home at the age of 71.

Private family services are being planned for a later date.

Longer obituary to follow. 

Betty Joyce Janke

Betty Joyce Janke

May 10, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our dear mother, Betty Janke, on Mother’s Day, May 10, 2026, at the Lake of the Woods Hospital in Kenora, Ontario.

She was born on June 16, 1933, on the family farm near Chesley, Ontario, to Jacob and Mary Weppler, the youngest of 8 siblings. She was predeceased by her...

Jeffery Roland Hare

Jeffery Roland Hare

May 10, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our loving husband and father, Jeff Hare, on May 10, 2026, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 45 years.

He will be deeply missed by his spouse of 18 years, Jodie Hare, and son, Mason Hare.

A gathering of friends and family will be held at a later...

Ronald Lynn Funk

Ronald Lynn Funk

May 7, 2026

It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that I announce the passing of my dear husband, Ronald Lynn Funk, who passed away peacefully at the age of 84 at Rest Haven Care Home in Steinbach on Thursday, May 7, 2026.

Ron was predeceased by his parents, John and Elvera Funk.

Ron was born and raised in the Altona area and was...

Yvon Joseph Legal

Yvon Joseph Legal

May 5, 2026

It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Yvon Legal, 71, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many. Yvon passed away on May 5, 2026, peacefully in the comfort of his home and pride in his beloved hometown of Ste Geneviève, surrounded by his beloved wife and family. Born on December 5, 1954, in Ste Geneviève, Manitoba....

Adélia Marguerite Bouvier

Adélia Marguerite Bouvier

May 4, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear mother Adélia Marguerite Bouvier on Monday, May 4, 2026 at the age of 87.

She was predeceased by her husband Léopold (Jack), son Claude in infancy and her sister Raymonde. She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her children Guy (Carole), Michèle, Gérald (Rosanne); grandchildren Aimée...

Eveline Boily (Nee: Frechette)

Eveline Boily (Nee: Frechette)

Apr 30, 2026

Eveline Boily (née Fréchette), born May 21, 1944, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2026, at Villa Youville in Ste. Anne, Manitoba.

Eveline will be lovingly remembered by her three children: Doris Friesen, Gilles Boily, and André Boily. She was a proud grandmother to Sacha Harder, Nicholas Friesen, Samantha Lajoie (partner Andrew Mackin), Jessica Stanley (partner Paul Stanley), Donovan Friesen (partner...

Shirley  Diana Neufeld

Shirley Diana Neufeld

Apr 28, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that our family announces the passing of Shirley Diana Neufeld of Niverville, MB. Shirley was born June 22, 1946 in Steinbach. On April 28, 2026, just shy of her 80th birthday, she passed away suddenly at the University of Alberta Hospital and went home to be with The Lord.

She is survived by Hank (Henry), Shirley’s...

Maria Neufeld

Maria Neufeld

Apr 25, 2026

Maria passed away April 25, 2026 at the Rest Haven Care Home in Steinbach. Alzheimer’s took her life, with the last five days being especially hard.

She was born on November 7, 1944 in Menno Chaco, Paraguay. As the oldest of 10 children, Maria took on a lot of responsibilities to help raise her four sisters and five brothers.

Maria was baptized...

Marie-Louise Legal (née Gauthier)

Marie-Louise Legal (née Gauthier)

Apr 21, 2026

Our most precious mother, Marie-Louise Legal (née Gauthier), aged 75, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2026, at Villa Youville in Ste. Anne, Manitoba.

Marie-Louise was born on August 13, 1950, in St. Boniface, Winnipeg, Manitoba. At the young age of 17, she married the love of her life, Paul Legal, and together they shared a happy and loving marriage for...

Adonis William Frank Jean Dubois

Adonis William Frank Jean Dubois

Apr 20, 2026

Adonis “Donny” Dubois, born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, passed away peacefully in hospital in Morris, Manitoba, on April 20, 2026, at the age of 52.

He was the son of Blanche Caron and the late Marcel Dubois. Adonis was the youngest among his many cousins on his mother’s side. He was the father of two sons, Haight and Rage Dubois. Adonis lived...

Adelaide Freund

Adelaide Freund

Apr 20, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear mother and best friend, Adelaide Freund, on April 20, 2026 at the Grunthal Menno Home at the age of 99 years.

Mom was predeceased by Dad (Rudolf), sons Randy and Reg, and grandson Tyler Freund.

Left to cherish Mom’s memory are son Donnie (Charlene), daughter Gaylene and (Derrick) Mehling,...

Cornelia Elisabeth Wichers

Cornelia Elisabeth Wichers

Apr 18, 2026

Peacefully with family by her side, Cornelia Elisabeth Wichers "Nell" passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Resthaven Care Home in Steinbach, Manitoba.

Cornelia Elisabeth Wichers was born the first child of Gerardus and Guurtje Smit (Trudy) on October 30, 1941. We knew her as Nellie, Nell, Mom, Ma and–to her great grandchildren–Meemaw.

Nell was born in Zaandam in the German-occupied...

Gerry Paul Friesen

Gerry Paul Friesen

Apr 18, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gerry Paul Friesen age 57 on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the Ste Anne Hospital.

Gerry is survived by his loving wife and best friend Bev, his mom Tina, siblings Wendy Schroeder, Jon & Shannon Friesen, Rachel & Al Hallson, mother-in-law Frieda Duerksen, Ray & Fran Duerksen, Ken & Jane...

Vivian Harriette Paquette

Vivian Harriette Paquette

Apr 5, 2026

The family of Vivian Paquette wishes to announce her peaceful passing at age 89, at the Rock Lake Hospital in Crystal City, Manitoba, on April 5, 2026, with her loved ones present. In keeping with her wishes, cremation has taken place.

Vivian was predeceased by her grandmother, Teenie Pinkus (Diduch), parents Stephanie and Buster Berlin, brother Donald Zornik, and niece Kathy...

Judith Gracie Marie Hiebert

Judith Gracie Marie Hiebert

Apr 4, 2026

It is with a blend of joy for her life and sorrow for our loss that we share the news of Judy Hiebert’s passing. She departed peacefully in the quiet hours of the morning with her husband by her side. At 77 they shared a beautiful 55 years of marriage. Her journey was ended due to aggressive dementia and finally...

Melvin Richard Hiebert

Melvin Richard Hiebert

Mar 30, 2026

Melvin Richard Hiebert, aged 66, passed away peacefully at Health Science Centre on March 30, 2026.

He is survived by his wife Clara of 41 years, his son Robert (Renae), and one grandson Benjamin, his sister Charlotte (Lawrence), brothers Charles (Roseanne) and Howard (Pat) and their families, as well as two brothers in law, Ken and Jacob (Marina) and sister in...

Douglas David Popiel

Douglas David Popiel

Mar 30, 2026

It is with both sorrow and joy that we announce the peaceful passing of our dear husband, daddi and poppa; Douglas David Popiel. Douglas crossed over into his heavenly home on Monday, March 30, 2026 at the Bethesda Regional Health Centre after a brief battle with cancer.

A longer notice to follow.

Craig Struth

Craig Struth

Mar 25, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our dear husband, father, and grandpa / papa; Craig Struth on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.

Craig will be lovingly remembered by his wife; Phyllis, Son Jeff (Alison), daughter; Andria (Ruben) Rempel, and grandchildren; Jacob, Molly, Taylor (Brandon), and Trista.

According to Craig's wishes, cremation will...

Jake P. Wiebe

Jake P. Wiebe

Mar 23, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our dear husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, Jake Wiebe age 77 years on Monday, March 23, 2026, at the Bethesda Regional Health Centre.

Jake leaves to cherish his many memories, his loving wife of 30 years; Debora, two sons; Jake (Joni) and Dave (Katie), grandchildren; Jordan, Hunter,...