Classifieds / Obituaries
1 | WHITTINGHAM: Elizabeth (Nee Miller) was born November 30, 1918 at Fairfax, Manitoba. Her family moved to Elgin in 1920 where Beth remained until 1999. Beth was employed by the telephone office and post office. In 1941 she married William Whittingham. Beth was active in the Anglican Church, Elgin Rebekah Lodge and the Legion Ladies Auxiliary. Beth moved to Souris in 1999 where she was able to visit with many former friends and neighbors from Elgin. Beth was predeceased by her son Roger in 1972, and her husband Bill in 1997. She is fondly remembered by numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral service was held at St. Luke’s Anglican Church in Souris on Friday, May 10, 2013 followed with a reception at the church. Beth was laid to rest in the Elgin Cemetery. |
2 | SLOMIANY:(nee Biczak) Helen Frances, June 17, 1934 - April 28, 2013. We said good-bye to our dear wife, mother, nana, aunt and friend on May 2, 2013, with a service at Memories Chapel, officiated by Very Rev. Fr. Jerzy Urbanski of St. Joseph’s Polish National Catholic Church. Lector Lloyd Dyck assisted. Helen’s favourite hymns were played, and the service ended with the “Helen Polka” at the request of her dear husband Joe. Helen passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully, on April 28, 2013. She probably would say, in her charming, yet somewhat cheeky way, that “she’d had the biscuit”. We can still hear her laughing at her own funny sayings, the antics of her cherished grandchildren, or when teasing her dear husband Joe. Helen always looked on the bright side of things and was a source of encouragement to her family and friends. She and Joe would have been married for 57 years on June 9 of this year. They were true soul mates connected by the same values, culture and commitment to social justice. Always a fun couple, they enjoyed dancing, bowling, get-togethers, gardening, and travelling with their children. They were devoted to each other. Joe was her protector and she leaned on him; he in turn gained strength from her. They were such a comfort to one another. Besides her beloved husband Joe, Helen is survived by her loving and grateful children, Wanda (Michaelangello), Wally (Jenny); her cherished grandchildren Benjamin, Jeremy and Claire; her special nieces and nephews and their growing families of whom she was so proud, and many good friends, old and new. Helen was predeceased by her precious infant son Leonard (Lenny). Dear family members who also predeceased her were: parents Leonard and Mary (Koziol) Biczak; parents-in-law Walter and Anelia Slomiany; sisters Jean Faires and Mary Kozlowski and in-laws Ludwik Kozlowski, Stan and Sophie Wasowicz. Always important to Helen were her family and friends; her church; her Polish heritage and community; and her commitment to social justice. So proud of her Polish heritage, and a talented keeper of tradition, Helen first spoke Polish, only learning English when she went to school. She maintained her fluency in her first language and kept family ties strong by staying in contact with relatives in Poland. She danced for many years as a teenager and young woman with her friends in her church’s cultural dance group. Helen was honored by her last employer, McKenzie’s, receiving the President’s Award, and by the NDP for her work, along with Joe, as recipients of the Pioneer and Lucille Ono awards. Her family is very proud of her. Helen treated everyone so well - always smiling, with a kind word to strangers and friends. Modest, dignified and careful with everyone’s feelings, Helen never wanted to offend; she was always ready to help out in any way she could. She always seemed to know just the right thing to do and say. Helen was born on Burrows Avenue in Winnipeg’s storied north end - a reunion baby for her parents - her dad had come to Canada to seek a better life. The family moved to the Kirkfield area of Winnipeg - where she grew up with a love of nature and gardening. Helen loved all animals, especially her cairn terriers Skitter and now Koko. She attended high school at Isaac Newton; her years in Winnipeg brought her friendships with some lovely people with whom she kept in touch until the end. Helen was a spiritual woman with a strongly held faith; she was a lifelong member of the Polish National Catholic Church, first at St. Mary’s in Winnipeg, and then at St. Joseph’s in Brandon. Her faith was important to her, and it sustained her. Helen loved music and she sang for many years in the choirs of both St. Mary’s and St. Joseph’s. Like many women of her generation, Helen worked hard, yet never complained. She began work after high school in Winnipeg at McDonald Brother’s, in the office, and then at Standard Dairies until her marriage. In Brandon, she was with Modern Dairies for many happy years, and made many friends. She left work to be at home with her children, until 1977 at McKenzie Seeds, from where she retired in 1994. Helen as a mom was exceptional. She was patient, kind, fair yet firm. Her family never wanted for anything. Her many special little touches let her children know she always cared. She became more than a mom - she was a confidant and a friend to her children and their spouses. She was blessed to have three beautiful, healthy grandchildren grace her life for these past ten years. Children of all ages were special to Helen - and she showed her love and support to her nieces and nephews, and others… just as if they were her own. Throughout her life, Helen kept young at heart - she was always current with world events, fashion, and entertainment. She had a keen eye for decorating - and her homes always looked lovely. Helen was very well known as a wonderful cook and amazing hostess - you never went hungry at her house. She loved to cook for her family - especially making favourite foods for her grandchildren - or sending them home with a bag of her incomparable homemade pierogies. She enjoyed almost twenty years of a relatively healthy retirement, for which her family is so thankful, and she filled those years with such energy. Helen had a long association with the Sokol; she and Joe were mainstays of the Sokol over all these years. She served in many capacities, and volunteered countless enjoyable hours there. It was no surprise that her organizational skills allowed the Sokol’s 100th Anniversary celebration held on May 4, 2013 to flourish. Helen was committed to social justice - she worked tirelessly through her long involvement with the New Democratic Party, and specifically the Brandon NDP Women’s Association. Long an advocate for equality and fairness, she lived her principles by showing her caring nature and her support of causes that improved people’s lives directly. She and Joe were guided by the words of one of the founders of the CCF, J.S. Woodsworth, who said “what we desire for ourselves, we wish for all.” Helen wished for peace and an ease to the suffering she saw in this world. And now our dear Helen has earned her rest and her ease.“…Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord. (Matthew 25:21)” “Wieczne odpoczywanie racz jej da’c Panie.” To my Helen… To our mom… …we will love you forever and miss you always. Joe and Family. |
3 | MURRELL: Susan Patricia Murrell (nee Bojarski), born April 24, 1952 in Manitoba, passed away peacefully on May 07, 2013 at her home in Cache Creek, B.C.. Susan was predeceased by her husband Craig Einarson. Susan is survived by her two daughters Jamie Murrell of Smithers, B.C. and Toby McCann of Paris, France. She also leaves two sons-in -law Gary Rivard and Chris McCann and four beautiful grandchildren Laska, Amara, Emzee and Ellenah. Susan spent much of her life moving about including residing in Edmonton, AB, Kamloops, BC, Vancouver Island and Brandon, MB before settling in Cache Creek, B.C. Born in the Prairies and spending her younger years in Manitoba, Susan longed to spend her days on the ocean and also found great joy in her time spent at the family cottage in Sandy Lake, MB. Susan had a great affection of cats and they brought her much happiness. As per Susan’s request their will be no service. |
4 | MURRAY: Owen Murray, son of Archie and Jean, passed away April 21, 2013 and leaves his wife, Betty, of 52 years. He is also survived by his daughter, Shelley Skinner (Kelly) and son, Kelly Murray (Tammy); and grandchildren, Scott and Amy Murray, and Brady Skinner; and his sister, Wilda McIntyre (Garth). He was predeceased by his parents and his brother, Clem. Owen barbered in Winnipeg for 7 years; then moved to Carberry in 1965 and bought a Barbershop and Pool Hall. He later had his shop in his house; and also barbered at the Care Home. He also worked 10 years as custodian at the Carberry Elementary School. Owen spent many years coaching hockey and baseball. In the summer, he was an avid golfer and spent every morning winter and summer having coffee with boys at the Golf Club….each one having their own chair. During the winter months, Owen loved to floor shuffle at the Drop In Center. Owen is going to be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Special thanks to the doctors and nurses of the 3rd and 4th floor of the Brandon Regional Health Centre for their care. |
5 | McLEOD: Linda Agnes McLeod of Brandon passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at the age of 57 years. Cremation has taken place and a family service will be held in British Columbia. Messages of condolence may be placed at www.brockiedonovan.com. |
6 | LUEDER: Klaus Lueder of Brandon, Manitoba passed away suddenly on Sunday, May 12, 2013. Klaus was born May 13, 1934 in Stargard, Germany. He worked in the coal mine and then at hydro while living in Germany. In 1968, he decided to move to Canada and start a new life with his young family. Once they were in Canada, he worked as a bricklayer’s helper and a tile setter’s helper. Klaus was an avid fisherman, hunter and loved working in his garden. When he had his driver’s license, he loved to take the kids to the beach for fishing. Klaus is survived by his sisters Gretchen, Lola (Bill), Margot and Jutta; brother Jurgen (Helga); son Guenter (Jolene) and their children Max, Darwin, Anthony and Sabrina; daughter Marina (David) and their son Paul; son Dieter (Elizabeth) and their daughter Kathleen; son Peter (Jolayne) and their children Brittany, Ryan, Sophie, Christopher and Tia Marie; daughter Angelika and her children Brennon and Chaelynn; and great grandchildren Brayden, Grayson, Caley, Alexis and Justice. Klaus was predeceased by his wife Rita, daughter Ilona, brothers Horst, Kurt and Adolf, sister Christel and grandchildren Gabriel and Abigail. The Funeral Service to Celebrate Klaus’ Life was held at the Brockie Donovan Chapel on Friday, May 17, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. with Mr. Jamie Berry officiating. Interment followed at the Brandon Cemetery. Pallbearers were Guenter Lueder, Peter Lueder, Ryan Lueder, Paul Mein, Gord Hagstrom (Fatso) and Jim O’Halloran. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Klaus may be made to CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermot Avenue, Room ON1160, Winnipeg, MB, R3E 0V9. Messages of condolence may be placed at www.brockiedonovan.com. |
7 | LOVEGROVE: Theresé (nee Demers) passed away peacefully at her residence, Valleyview Care Centre, on Monday, May 13, 2013 at the age of 88 years. Theresé was born on December 9, 1924 in Saskatoon, SK. She was predeceased by her husband, Clarence, parents, William and Laure, brother, Leonard and sister, Annette. Theresé is survived by her daughter Arlene, granddaughter Andrea, great grandson Evan, sisters Helen and Yvette and brother Lionel. Theresé always had a smile on her face and she cherished her family. She enjoyed cooking, knitting, walking and helping her family and friends. She was and is our “personal angel.” A private family graveside service will be held at Rosewood Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Theresé may be made to CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermot Ave., Room ON1160, Winnipeg, MB, R3E 0V9 or to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Unit 3-824-18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 5B7. Messages of condolence may be placed at www.brockiedonovan.com. |
8 | HABLUETZEL (Humphries) Caroline Habluetzel, age 46, died of cancer in Hudson, Quebec on May 13, 2013. Caroline was born in Bern, Switzerland and was raised in Burgdorf, a small city in Switzerland’s Emmental valley. Following high school, Caroline completed a degree in Library Studies at University of Bern, then worked for several years as a librarian at the University of Bern and the Swiss Federal Office of Topography. Seeking a career change and a new life adventure, Caroline moved to Canada in 1998 to begin studies at McGill University in Montreal, Quebec. She completed a B.A. in Anthropology at McGill in 2002, a M.Sc. in Sciences de la Communication at Université de Montréal in 2005, and a PhD in Communication Studies at McGill in 2011. Carolne is survived by her husband Murray Humphries and sons Samuel (age 9) and Benjamin (age 5) of Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec, her mother Erna of Burgdorf, Switzerland, twin brother Daniel of Basel, Switzerland, older brother Stefan of Dusseldorf, Germany. She is also survived by parents-in-law Sid and Gail Humphries of Brandon, sister-in-law Heather and Dave Smith of Calgary, Alberta, as well as five nieces Janice and Laurie Habluetzel, Ruby, Amanda, and Isabelle Smith and many other close relatives and friends across Switzerland and Canada. Caroline was predeceased by her father Beat in 2006. Sadly, flames that burn brightest do not burn for long. Caroline was a very bright flame and had a wonderful, short life that brought much light, love, and laughter to those around her. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Dorset School Library, the Vaudreuil-Soulanges Palliative Care Residence, or a travel fund for sons Sam and Ben. More information is available at: https://sites.google.com/site/habluetzel2013/home/donations |
9 | LESLIE: Henry Leslie passed away peacefully at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Friday, December 21, 2012 at the age of 79 years. A graveside service will be held at Rosewood Memorial Gardens on Saturday, May 25, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. with Coleen Gareau officiating. |
10 | GRAY: Major Wayne Arthur Frederick Gray (Retired), beloved husband of Ruth, dear father of Scott (Rebecca) and Lisa Park, devoted grandfather of Matt, Emma, Lucas and Isaac, and brother to Karen Zaleski, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at the age of 68 years. A Service to Honour Wayne’s Life will be held at the Brockie Donovan Chapel, 332-8th Street, on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 2:30 p.m. with Funeral Celebrant, Kim Lewarne, officiating. Donations in memory of Wayne may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba, 4B-457-9th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 1K2 or to a charity of choice. Complete obituary information to follow. Messages of condolence may be placed at www.brockiedonovan.com. |
11 | FLETCHER: It is with profound sadness that the family of Margaret Ellen Fletcher announces her passing at Fairview Home, Brandon, on May 9th, 2013 at the age of 93. She was predeceased by her husband George, parents George and Margaret Leach, son- in-law Gordon Melvin, step granddaughter Sharon Bailey, nephew Greg Fletcher, three sisters-in-law; Eva(Basil) Miller, Daisy (Les) Caney, Edna(Everette) Moore, Four brothers-in-law, Earle Fletcher, Frank Fletcher, Frank Tamblyn, and Grant Hoggarth. Ellen is survived by her children, Arlyn (Gloria) Fletcher, Lyleton, MB, Dave (Bonnie) Fletcher, Brandon, MB, Shirley (Ted) Lamport) Lake Francis, MB, Elna Melvin, Webb, SK, eight grandchildren, three great grandchildren, two step grandchildren, and nine step great grandchildren, sister Jean Fletcher of Melita, three sisters-in-law, Marjorie Tamblyn, May Fletcher, and Doreen Hoggarth. A funeral service was held at Lyleton United Church, Lyleton, MB on May 13, 2013 with Rev Heather Sandilands officiating. The Pallbearers were Reg Phillipson, Wayne Tingey, Clair Clark, Neil Murray, Murray Cameron, and Curtis Clark. The interment took place at the Lyleton Cemetery. Ellen was born and raised at Lyleton, MB. She married George Fletcher of Coultervale, MB, on July 8th, 1944. where they farmed in the Lyleton area, and raised their children, until retiring to Melita, MB in 1973, where Ellen remained until 2007 when she became a resident of Fairview Home in Brandon, MB. until her passing. Ellen will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her family and friends. In her memory, memorial donations may be made to the Lyleton Cemetery Fund, Lyleton United Church, General Delivery Lyleton, MB, R0M 1G0, or a charity of your choice. Arrangements were entrusted to Redpath Funeral Home, Melita. |
12 | DUNWALD: Anne (Haggerty). A family graveside service will be held May 25, 2013. Family and friends are invited to share memories at a “Remembering Anne” luncheon at Seniors for Seniors Hall, 311 Park Ave. East, Brandon, 12:00-2:30 p.m. |
13 | DANCEL: Ian Dancel of Brandon passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at the age of 22 years. Ian will be lovingly remembered by his mother Gwen, (Alvaro Santos), brother Seth, sister Gayle, his children Eliza and Benjamin and their mother, Cheyenne Gallagher, and Uncle Ferseve Gonzalez. Funeral arrangements are pending with Brockie Donovan Funeral & Cremation Services, (204) 727-0694. |
14 | DRUWE: It is with loving thoughts and heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Marie Druwe at her residence at Victoria Landing in Brandon, MB on April 22, 2013. Marie Christine Eliza Druwe was born to Laure Marcq and Joseph Bertholet on July 5, 1928 in Grande Clairiere, MB, the tenth of twelve children. She got her education there and at the young age of seventeen married Charles Druwe. Together they worked the family farm and raised their four children. Marie and Charlie were a team. They spent endless hours together in the hay field and milking cows. Marie loved cooking, gardening, and knitting. Visitors to their home were always treated to home-made bread/buns, cinnamon buns and matrimonial cake, and as for her knitting, many of her family members may be seen wearing the mitts and socks she so lovingly knit. As the years passed, they increased their herd of cattle and got into dairy farming. They were committed to the morning and night milkings for many years until their retirement to Hartney and then to Brandon in 1980. There, they decided to enter the craft sale scene and there was soon a beaten trail to many rural towns where Marie and Charlie made their mark with their Christmas cakes, wooden crafts and knitted items. They later moved to Victoria Landing where Marie excelled at friendship, a trait which came easily to her. The two of them continued to enjoy visits from their family, playing cards and playing with their dog Belle. Marie’s greatest joy though, was her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren who spent many hours in her loving arms being rocked to various French songs. She will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed by all who knew her. She was a great example of being beautiful inside and out. Marie was greatly saddened by the recent passing of her oldest daughter Sharon Fry of Calgary, AB. She is survived by her devoted husband of 67 years, Charles Druwe of Dinsdale Personal Care Home. Daughter, Claudette McPherson (Ian) of Panoka, AB, grandson Lee Reynolds (Kendra), great- granddaughter Layne, grandson Trevor Reynolds, great-granddaughters Rachel and Olivia. Son, Cyril Druwe (Kathy) of Hartney, MB, grandson Joe Druwe (Whitney), granddaughter Ang (Tyler) Henderson, great-granddaughters Jaydee and Marlee, grandson Finn Druwe (Carly). Daughter, Connie Morrison (Darwin) of Kelowna, BC, granddaughter Jaycee Small (Joel), great- granddaughter Surie, granddaughter Channing Morrison, grandson Dru Morrison. Grandson Rick Fry and great-grandson Reid. Marie is also survived by sisters Rita Denbow of Souris, MB, Anne-Marie Bauche of Brandon, MB and three sisters-in-law, Edith Bertholet, Lena Bertholet and Marie Bertholet, as well as many nieces, nephews, and extended families. A memorial service was held at Kowalchuk Funeral Home in Souris, MB on April 27. Cremation has taken place and a family service will be held at a later date for interment. Our family would like to express our heartfelt thanks to Dexter at Kowalchuk Funeral Home, the staff at Victoria Landing, and the Grande Clairiere Choir. Thanks to Rita Denbow and family for hosting lunch and a time of fellowship following the memorial service in Souris. Thanks also to the many friends and relatives for your sincerity through meals and baking, cards and flowers, phone calls, visits, hugs and many other acts of kindness. And in Mom’s words....“Love You, Love You” |
15 | BRADFORD: Passed away at the Assiniboine Regional Health Centre, Brandon MB, on Monday, May 13, 2013 Ada Kathleen Bradford (nee Davidson) of Brandon, formerly of Ninette, MB. Ada leaves to mourn her passing her loving daughters Pat Reimer of Redvers Sask. and Brenda Bradford of Edmonton, AB, three grandchildren Jennifer Goodyear of Killarney, Bonnie Dean of Calgary, AB and Wendell (Tanya) Reimer of Belgarde, SK, three great grandchildren Phoebe and Shaune, children of Wendell and Tanya and Rainie, daughter of Jennifer Goodyear; sisters Betty Ladobruk of Winnipeg, Enid Aldcroft of Carman; brothers Morley Davidson of Glenboro and Harley (Fjola) Davidson of Pinawa, MB; sisters-in-law Dolphine Davidson and Emma Davidson both of Glenboro, brother-in-law Al Gray as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Ada was predeceased by her husband Wendell (Brad) Bradford in 1994 and by several brothers and sisters. A Celebration of Ada’s life will be held on Wednesday May 22, 2013 at 2:00 pm in the Willmor Chapel, Glenboro MB, with Rev. Shannon McCarthy officiating. Interment will take place at a later date in the Hillside Cemetery, Belmont MB. Friends that so desire, memorial donations can be made in Ada’s memory to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 824-18th St. Unit 3, Brandon, MB, R7A 5B7 or to the Canadian Cancer Society, 415-1st St. Brandon, MB R7A 2W8. On line condolences can be made by visiting www.willmorchapel.com Jamieson’s Funeral Services, Willmor Chapel, of Glenboro in care of arrangements. 1-204-827-2480. |
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