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JENSEN: It is with heavy hearts we say good bye to our loving husband, father, and grandfather, Bent Jensen, who passed away peacefully surrounded by his family in Virden Palliative Care Unit on June 11th, 2013 after a lengthy battle with cancer. Bent is survived by his wife Joyce of 52 years, his son Clint (daughter-in-law Darcia, grandson Tanner, granddaughter Ashleigh) and his daughter Tina (son-in-law Gord, grandsons Taylor and Logan, granddaughter McKenzie) and many other close family and friends. A funeral service will be held Monday, June 17th at 2:00 p.m. in the Pipestone Community Hall. Donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society Manitoba Division, in lieu of flowers.

HEIDE: Arthur Glenn “Art” Heide of Douglas passed away suddenly in Brandon on Wednesday, June 12, 2013. Art enjoyed playing bridge, poker and watching NASCAR racing. He was also an avid motorcycle enthusiast. During his years in Douglas, he was an active member of the Sprucewoods Community Club. Art is survived by his family: daughter, Cynthia (Wayne) Kelly and grandchildren, Renna and Sean; son Nick (Miranda) and grandchildren, Adrian and Blaine. He also leaves his mother, Anne Shadforth and two brothers, John (Sheila) and Ken (Gloria). There are numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Art was predeceased by his father, Henry and two sisters, Elaine and Sandra. A Celebration of Art’s Life will be held at Memories Chapel on Tuesday, June 18, 2013 at 11:00 am. Arlene Robertson will officiate. A private interment will follow in the Brandon Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully declined. Friends who wish may make a donation in memory of Art to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, #3, 824-18th Street, Brandon, MB R7A 5B7.

Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.memorieschapel.com.

Arrangements with Memories Chapel & Pre-Planning Centre, 204-727-0330.

HARRISON: Ruth Elaine Harrison (Ruth E). John lost his soul mate of 70 years and spouse of 65 years on March 8th, 2013 after a valiant, painful and uncomplaining battle with bone cancer. Ruthie who was in her 88th year was born in Wawota, Saskatchewan. She subsequently moved to Moosomin, Saskatchewan for a commercial course and then to Winnipeg, Manitoba to work for the Hudson Bay Company. John and Ruth were married on June 28, 1947 and spent 30 wonderful years in Brandon, Manitoba raising their three children and being involved in a manufacturing business. The last 35 years have been spent in Victoria, BC where they enjoyed an ecstatic retirement. Ruth is survived by her husband John; sons Pryce (Sidonia) and Peter (Kerri); son-in-law William Pugh; ten grandchildren - Liam, Graeme, Matthew, Noel, Alexander, Katey, Ben, Madey, Lindsay and Mitchell; brother Glen and sister June. Predeceased by daughter Shelley at age 42, father Matthew, mother Kay, brothers Elmer and Don, and sister Shirl. Born and raised on a farm in a large happy family, Ruth learned early about the things that really matter in life and she held onto these until the very end. She was considerate, with a great sense of humour, a killer smile, generous, non-complaining, giving of herself, brave and in addition to these traits, really enjoyed a social good time in the company of family and friends. She loved hosting and serving healthy food, dancing, Bridge, a daily Crossword Puzzle fix, reading good books and healthy exercise. Her homes and cottage at Clear Lake, Manitoba were always open with hospitality for family, friends or acquaintances. She was prepared to volunteer her time, be it a Church Circle, Girl Guide Teacher, Kinnetts, K60, Rotary Annes, Engineer’s Wifes, helping a friend in trouble or assisting families when help was required. Her brush with Royalty was to be named Queen with a court of Princesses for a war effort event during her days at Moosomin. The many years of marriage were so rewarding and pleasant, with the only real bump in the road being the loss of a daughter at such an early age which, as any parent knows that experiences it, you never fully recover from. Ruth and John were amazing together and personified what a happy marriage is all about. Ruthie slipped away in the company of son Peter and granddaughter Katey with her husband having the honour to hold her hand. While fighting the disease at home she so appreciated the daily visit of the community nursing staff who handled the changing of her dressings with care and compassion. Ruthie received dedicated loving care at the Victoria Hospice during her final six weeks and our experience certainly allows us to recommend support for this much needed facility in our community. A church service will be held at Cadboro Bay United (2625 Arbutus Rd.) at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 13, 2013 which will be followed by a private Celebration of Ruthie’s Life with family and friends.

GRAY: On June 5th, 2013, 5 weeks before his 98th birthday, Alden E. Gray passed away at the Deer Lodge Centre in Winnipeg, with his devoted niece Karen at his bedside. Alden is survived by his sister Evelyn (Art), their children Ellen and Ed and their families, and his niece Karen Di Ubaldo and her sons Chris and Mark. Alden was predeceased by his parents Ed and Mary Ellen, his sister Eileen and brothers Henry and George. Alden was born on July 14, 1915 at Bradwardine, Manitoba. In 1932, the family moved to a farm in the Ryerson District north of Oak Lake. He farmed there with his brothers until his retirement in 1991, when they moved to Winnipeg. Alden was trained as a Bren Gun Operator in the South Saskatchewan Regiment during World War II. He served in Canada, the United Kingdom and Continental Europe from 1942 to 1946. His Regiment was part of the Canadian Contingency that liberated Holland. He was awarded the France and Germany Star. Alden was the pillar of the family, noted for his tenacity and strong work ethic. Alden and his brothers worked well as a team, both on and off the farm, and he was always willing to lend the neighbours a hand. Alden possessed a sharp mind, a strong wit, a good sense of humour and loved to tell his stories. He had a great outlook on life and enjoyed every minute of it. He will be missed. Karen, Chris and Mark would like to express their sincerest ``Thanks” to the staff of Tower 6 at the Deer Lodge Centre for their excellent care and kindness shown to Alden. A memorial service was held on Tuesday, June 11th, 2013, at 2:30pm at the Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street in Winnipeg, with Rev. Scott MacAuley officiating. Interment will follow at a later date in Rosewood Memorial Gardens, Brandon, MB. As an expression of sympathy, if friends so desire, donations in Alden’s memory may be made to a charity of their choice.

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GRAHAM: Marion E. Graham (Wilkinson). Peacefully, on January 27, 2013, at the Birtle Transition (Hospital), Marion passed away at the age of 93 years. Marion was born on November 2, 1919, at the Birtle Hospital and was a lifetime resident of Birtle. She was a hairstylist for 46 years before she retired. She was a member of St. George's Anglican Church. She was a member of the “Pink School” and Drop-In Centre. She was an avid curler in her younger years and also loved the game of golf and you could see her and Nelson out on the course in the early morning up until a few years ago. Marion was predeceased by her husband Nelson; son Roy; mother Lottie, father Percy, brothers: George and John. She is survived by her daughter Faye (Grant) Stokell; daughter-in-law Elvine Graham, granddaughters, Marla Rice and Marcy Graham; great grandchildren: Emily, Lauren and Jack Rice; two sisters Ethel (Lorne) Wotton of Victoria, B.C. and Irene (Ben) Schmid of Winnipeg. The family would like to thank the nurses, staff and doctors at Birtle Transition and PCH for their excellent and compassionate care. To all the Home Care Workers and Marie Pennock for their wonderful care while Marion resided at Pioneer Lodge. Special thanks to Marg Ashcroft for always being there for her and to Marie Pennock and Lois Fleury for their faithful Sunday afternoon visits. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 22, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at St. George’s Anglican Church in Birtle. Interment will follow in the Birtle Cemetery. Rev. Laura Marie Piotrowicz will officiate. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba or a charity of your choice. Rae’s Funeral Service of Shoal Lake and Erickson are in care of the arrangements. (204)759-2160.

FINDLAY: It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Keith Allan Findlay on May 9, 2013 at the Neepawa Hospital. Keith was born in Winnipeg on November 10, 1948, second son of Allan and Isobel (Malcolmson) Findlay. He was predeceased by his father in 2005 and his mother in 2009. Keith was raised in Warren, Manitoba where he received his education. Keith married Lorna Larcombe in 1970 and they had three children. Andrea Ritter (daughters, Meagan and Madeline) of Bonnieville, Alberta, Monica (Gord and children Gary, Mykenna and Brendon) Burnett of Woodlands, Manitoba and son Andrew (Tracy and children Bradley, Tyler and Isobella) Findlay of Warren, Manitoba. In 1988 Keith married Audrey and was stepfather to her children Warren Morrisseau of Dauphin and Lori (Terry and son Dar) Frykas of Mackenzie, BC. Keith retired after forty-two years of service with the Provincial Government. From January of 1969 he was based in Winnipeg then transferred to Dauphin in January 1990. In the early years his job had him travel a great deal and he saw our province from the south to the far north working outdoors which he loved. In August of 1991 he was transferred to Neepawa where he worked mainly in the office. He was very organized and meticulous and his years of service with Crown Lands were a great benefit. He made many long time friends in the many different departments of the government. The interaction with people was one thing he missed in his retirement. Keith loved all sports many of which he played in his younger years. He also enjoyed watching hockey, curling and golf. He enjoyed reading and was always up on all current affairs. Keith left many wonderful memories for his partner of many years Connie Thorn (Chudley) and her daughters Niki (Derk and daughter Alex) Murdock of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Jackie Thorn of Cancun, Mexico, Lisa Dixon (Ward, daughter Drew and son Keagan). Keith loved children and always showed his patience and kindness with them. He will be missed by them all. He will be sorely missed by his brother Bob of Edmonton, Alberta, his sister Rosemary (Rick) Switzer of Neepawa and his brother Jim (Pat) of Rosser, Manitoba, his nieces and nephews and his cousin Cam (Colleen) Malcolmson and family of Winnipeg, Manitoba. He treasured them all. Also Connie’s sister Marie (Bill) Denbow, brothers Doug (Thelma), Clare (Connie) Chudley all of Brandon, Manitoba and Ritch (Louise) Chudley of Stonewall Manitoba. With his quiet, gentle manner he made many valued friends everywhere he went. His funeral service took place on May 13, 2013 in the United Church in Neepawa with his friend Rev. Harold Bouchardt officiating. The arrangements were by White’s Funeral Home of Neepawa. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Care.

KIRCHNER: Raymond Bruce Kirchner passed away at the Assiniboine Centre,Brandon, on Tuesday, June 11, 2013 at the age of 83 years old. Raymond issurvived by his cousin Lillias Myhr and family of Guelph, Ontario and bysister-in-law Dot and family of Regina, Saskatchewan as well as Jon, Becky,Caitlin and Matthew Reid of Wawanesa, Manitoba. Becky's extended family werealso an extended family to Ray. Ray was born July 27, 1929, an only child toElizebeth and Christopher Kirchner. He married the love of his life NormaLeachman on September 30, 1967. Ray worked many years as a manager for theManitoba Liquor Commission retiring in the early 1990's. After retirementRay took great pride looking after his home and yard. Ray was predeceased byhis parents Christopher and Elizebeth, his wife Norma passed away May 24th,1994. A Graveside Service will take place Saturday, June 15th at 11:00 am atthe Brandon Cemetery. A tea will follow at the Prairie Oasis Senior Centerat 241 8th Street, Brandon. Memorial Donations may be made in Ray's honourto the Canadian Cancer Society, 415 1st Street Brandon, Manitoba, R7A 2W8. Akind gentle man has left our world. He will be missed by all who knew andloved him. No longer does Ray have to struggle with the sorrow and pain ofcancer. Rest well my friend. Expressions of sympathy may be made atwww.memorieschapel.com. Arrangements with Memories Chapel & Pre-PlanningCentre, 204-727-0330.

23	DERBOWKA: Mike Derbowka of Brandon, formerly of Russell, passed away on April 16, 2013 at the age of 80 years. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 15, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the Russell Memorial Gardens. Braendle- Bruce Funeral Service of Russell is in care of arrangements.

MIDWINTER: Carol Helen Midwinter (Parker) - 11 Jan. 1954 – 06 June 2013. Carol passed away after a courageous battle with cancer, leaving her loving husband Brian, devoted son Parker, brother and sister-in-law Barry and Roberta Midwinter of Minneapolis, Barry and Roberta’s three children and four grandchildren, her father-in-law Allan Midwinter, her aunts Irene Parker and Bernice Drennan, numerous cousins and everyone she touched. She was predeceased by her parents Bruce and Sally Parker, her mother-in-law Bernice Midwinter, several uncles, aunts and cousins and special cousin Kerry Parker. Carol was unstintingly supportive of her family and community. She supported Brian through his legal and military careers, Parker through school and extra-curricular sports and activities, and her community through any number of ways and projects. She was especially proud of her service through Kin Canada at the local and national levels and her work on the Board of Directors of Westman Communications Group. Special thanks go to Brenda Sly of Brandon, Tracy and John Orisko of Dauphin, Mandy Sammurtok of Iqaluit, Nunavut, Chuck and Debbie Burton of Dauphin, Dr. Pitz and staff at Cancer Care Manitoba in Winnipeg, Dauphin and Brandon, Dr. Bashir of Brandon, Dr.’s Trina Mathison and Lisa Monkman of Dauphin and their staff, the Parkland Region EMS staff and the wonderful staff of the second and third floors of Dauphin General Hospital and Dauphin Clinic Pharmacy. A celebration of Carol’s life will be held at Central United Church in Brandon, Manitoba on Saturday, June 15th at 11:00 am. Interment of both Carol’s and her mother Sally’s ashes will be on Monday, June 17th at 11:00 am at the Strathclair Cemetery, Strathclair, Manitoba. Flowers are respectfully declined. Please consider donations to Canadian Cancer Society, 415 1st St, Brandon, MB, R7A 2W8; Canadian Diabetes Association, A1-800 Rosser Ave, Brandon, MB, R7A 6N5; or a charity of your choice.

Messages of condolence and/or photos can be shared at www.campbellfuneralhome.ca.

Arrangements are entrusted with Campbell Funeral Home of Hamiota, Manitoba. (866) 620-2744.

HAMILTON: John Scott ‘Jack’ Hamilton passed away at Glenboro Hospital on June 10, 2013 at the age of 81. Jack was born in Glenboro Manitoba on Sept 23, 1931 to parents Jim and Elizabeth (nee Scott), a twin to his late sister Isobel. He grew up in Hawkins District, attending Hawkins and Glenboro Schools. The Hamilton family consisted of 8 children who enjoyed farm life, family visits and lots of sports. Jack’s dad died at the age of 56, leaving a young family who all grew up on the family farm operated by Jack’s eldest brother Mervyn. Jack attended Brandon Agricultural College in 1952- 53, and completed an Agricultural Diploma at U of Manitoba in 1954. Jack and Eleanor (Wallis) were married in 1955, and raised four children: Scott, Jackie, Gerry and Cam. Jack worked at a variety of jobs including Einarson’s Seeds, the R.M. of South Cypress, the Interprovincial Pipeline in both Glenboro and Regina, and as the manager of the Glenboro Co-Op lumber yard. Jack was also a plumber and carpenter, building several houses in the community. In 1972 Jack and Eleanor purchased the Steel farm, and later the Wayte farm, in the Fairvalley District. They remained on the farm until 1993 when they moved to a new home in Glenboro. Jack continued to farm in partnership with his youngest son Cam until his death. Jack enjoyed baseball, hockey and curling, and spent many a fall evening in the hunting cabin enjoying the companionship of friends and family. He coached many hockey and baseball teams, and was a member of the Masonic Lodge, receiving his 50 Year Jewel in 2005. He enjoyed 27 years as a Councillor with the R.M of South Cypress. He was a member of the Glenboro United Church, serving on the board, the Glenboro Curling Club, the Glenboro Area Foundation, the Tiger Hills Conservation District, and the Glenboro Agricultural Society. Jack leaves to mourn his passing his loving wife Eleanor, son Scott & wife Beverly of Thunder Bay Ont., daughter Jackie & husband Dale Brooks of Hamiota MB, son Cam & wife Shelley of Glenboro; seven grandchildren Katherine, Christopher, Alanna, Travis (Marisa), Ryan, Andrea & Liam; brothers Rae (Glen) of Toronto Ont., Dwayne (Lorna) of Glenboro, sisters Betty (Doug) Jobbins of Melita MB & Janice Stephens of Paget Bermuda, as well as numerous nieces, nephews & friends. Jack was predeceased by son Gerry (1990), parents Jim & Elizabeth, brother Mervyn, sisters Joyce Johnson & Isobel Fairgrieve & by brothers-in-law Bob Johnson, Bruce Fairgrieve, Roy Wallis, George Wallis & Richard Stephens. Funeral services will be held on Saturday June 15, 2013 at 2:00 pm in the Glenboro United Church with Sharon Hamilton officiating. Interment to follow in the Glenboro Cemetery. Friends that so desire, may make memorial donations in Jack’s memory to the Glenboro United Church Memorial Fund or to the Glenboro & Area Foundation, Box 147 Glenboro MB R0K 0X0.

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.

27	DERBOWKA: Mike Derbowka of Brandon, formerly of Russell, passed away on April 16, 2013 at the age of 80 years. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 15, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the Russell Memorial Gardens. Braendle- Bruce Funeral Service of Russell is in care of arrangements.

DELMAGE: Everett Colby Master Warrant Officer RCEME – Retd. Peacefully, in Ottawa, on Sunday, June 9, 2013 at age 85. Beloved husband for 62 years of Gwendolyn Margaret (nee Dennison). Loving father of Carol (Cameron) Emond, Deborah (Allen Violini) McKeand, James Delmage, Leona (Frank) Jimmo, Kenneth (Susan) Delmage, Robert Delmage, Brenda (Steve) Blanchfield, Gloria (Randy) Dunn, Karen (Leo Bisson) Delmage and predeceased by infant son Barry. Proud grandfather of 14 and great-grandfather of 5. Born 30 May, 1928 to Simon Charles Delmage and Alice Lillian (Lamb). Dear brother of Bert and predeceased by brothers Ernie, Ray, Fred, Ken and by sister Eleanor. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Everett served in the Canadian Armed Forces from 1952-1981 including overseas in Germany, the Golan Heights and in Northern Canada. Friends are invited to a Memorial Service for Everett at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street (Ottawa) on Friday, June 14 at 11:30 a.m., with reception to follow. Interment at Springhill Cemetery. In Memoriam donations to Queenswood United Church, appreciated.

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CZECH: Louis Anthony (Lewie) passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, at the Assiniboine Centre on Saturday, June 8, 2013. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph’s Polish National Catholic Church, 1111 Assiniboine Avenue, on Thursday, June 13, 2013 at 6:30 p.m., followed by cremation. The Memorial Service to Celebrate Lewie’s Life will be held at the Brockie Donovan Chapel, 332-8th Street, on Friday, June 14, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. with The Very Rev. Fr. Jerzy Urbanski officiating. Complete obituary information to follow.

Messages of condolence may be placed at www.brockiedonovan.com.

COUCKUYT:Jeanne Couckuyt, age 94, beloved wife of the late August Couckuyt died June 11, 2013 at Evergreen Place Personnel Care Home in Boissevain, Manitoba. Memorial Mass will be held on Monday June 17, 2013 at St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church in Boissevain at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Boissevain Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations in memory of Jeanne may be made to Evergreen Place Personnel Care Home or the Palliative Care Fund c/o Boissevain Health Centre Boissevain, Manitoba R0K 0E0. On-line condolences can be made at www.wheatlandfs.comWheatland Funeral Service, 204-523-7791. www.wheatlandfs.com

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