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NICHOLLS: Laurence Allan Nicholls of Brandon passed away at his residence, Hillcrest Place, on November 11, 2009. Laurence was born on November 3, 1934 in Wawanesa, MB, the youngest of 11 children born to Edward and Mary Nicholls. He had seven sisters and three brothers. The majority of his adult life was spent living and working in British Columbia. In 1999, Laurence relocated to Brandon from Kelowna due to health problems and was a resident of Hillcrest Place Personal Care Home until his passing at the age of 75 years. Laurence was predeceased by his father William Edward Nicholls; mother Florence Mary Nicholls; sisters Clara Parish, Eva Nicholls, Ethel Taylor; brother Gordon Nicholls; sister-in-law Freda Nicholls; brothers- in-law Douglas Sherred, Joseph Kram, Walter Parish, Alfred (Alfie) Rourke, Dean Taylor and John Perks. Laurence is survived by sisters Lillian Sherred, Evelyn Rourke, Florence Perks, all of Brandon, MB, Freda Kram, Wawanesa, MB; brothers Fraser Nicholls, Edward (Marion) Nicholls, of Brandon, MB, and numerous nieces and nephews. Laurence was laid to rest at a private family graveside service on Monday, November 16, 2009 at Rosewood Memorial Gardens.Messages of condolence may be placed at www.brockiedonovan.com

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MITCHELL: Lloyd Malcolm Mitchell, beloved husband of Helen M. Mitchell of Winnipeg, MB entered into rest on November 16, 2009 at the age of 78 years. He is lovingly remembered by his wife Helen, son Brett (Janet) and three grandsons, daughter Wendy (Arnold Dietz) and two granddaughters, brother Ken (Helen) and family and brother-in-law Bill Claridge and family. Lloyd was predeceased by his parents Jean and Dougal Mitchell and sister Sheila Claridge. A funeral service was held Friday, November 20 in Winnipeg. A graveside service and interment will be held on Monday, November 23 at Brookdale Cemetery, Brookdale, MB at 12:30 p.m. with Rev. Barb Jardine officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Huntington's Disease Resource Centre, 200 Woodlawn St., Winnipeg, MB, R3J 2H7.

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KLIMACH: Martha Klimach of Brandon passed away at her residence, Valleyview Care Centre on Monday, November 16, 2009. Martha was born February 15, 1920 in the Bolton Municipality, Manitoba. Martha attended school for a few years but then stayed home to help her parents look after her younger siblings. She enjoyed baking, sewing and gardening. Martha also enjoyed visiting with friends. Over the years Martha loved to attend church and especially enjoyed the church services held at Valleyview Care Centre. Martha is survived by her sisters: Elsie Schappert, Ruth (John) Nelson; brother: Norman (Noreen) Ziprick; sisters-in-law: Beatrice Young, Bernice Klimach, Irene Morley and Myrtle Ziprick as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Adolph and Mary; her loving husband Alvin; daughters: Marie and Judy, as well as brothers: Louis Cipryck, Lawrence Ziprick and brothers-in-law: Monte Schappert and Lawrence Klimach. A private family service was held at Memories Chapel on Thursday, November 19, 2009. Mona Franklin officiated. Interment took place in the Brandon Cemetery. Friends who wish may make a donation in memory of Martha to a charity of choice. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.memorieschapel.com. Arrangements were with Memories Chapel & Pre-Planning Centre, 727-0330.

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KRUSCHEL: Adam Kruschel beloved husband of Joy Kruschel and father of Vickey Lowdon (Brian), Ron (Linda), Shirley Smith (Ron), Cathy Spencer (Larry) and Leanne Keffer (Gord), passed away peacefully on November 7, 2009 at the Brandon Regional Health Centre at the age of 81 years. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Troy (Heather), Tracey (Shane), Jodi (Paul), Chad (Jen), Chelsea (Rich), Graham (Misty), Jeff (Christie), Jeremy (Jolin), Ashley, Josh (Kerri) and Marissa and his great-grandchildren: Erin, Justice, Desmond, Ethan, Austin, Lily, Dylan, Maia, Kady and Adam. Adam was born in Morden, Manitoba and was the only son of the late Martha and Ertman Kruschel. He and his father farmed near Deloraine for many years. Adam then took a job in Whitewater, working in the oil fields. In 1955, he moved his family to Brandon to take a job with Anglo. He worked there until it closed in 1969, and then was employed with Manitoba Telephone System where he worked until his retirement in 1989. In the first year of his retirement, he was diagnosed with cancer and survived surgery and many treatments. A few years later, he was struck with cancer a second time and fought once again to survive more surgery and treatments. He told his grandchildren that he fought both of these battles so he could spend more time with them. It gave him great pleasure to be able to attend five of his grandchildren’s weddings and to meet nine of his great-grandchildren. Adam and his wife Joy were married for 62 years and served as an example of enduring love and commitment to each other. During their life together they lived in Deloraine and Brandon. They moved into Victoria Landing in 2007 and recently Joy moved to Rideau Park to receive nursing care. This separation from each other had a profound effect on both of them. Adam enjoyed a number of hobbies; he hunted geese, ducks and deer and rarely missed a season. He also loved to fish and took many trips with his son, grandsons and sons-in-law to Catastrophe Lake, Lake of the Prairies and Bower Lake. He caught many fish during these trips but sometimes the fishermen were skunked by the elusive pickerel. Adam also enjoyed playing cards and was involved in cribbage clubs at the Sokol Hall and ANAF. He excelled at the game, and taught his children and grandchildren to play, although none of us could count cards as quickly as he could. Adam also had an ear for music and played the harmonica, accordion and spoons. He was a great dancer, and was light on his feet and rarely missed a chance to polka. Adam was a loving man committed to his family. He loved celebrating the holidays surrounded by his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He will be deeply missed by all of us. We love you Dad and will hold you in our hearts forever.

We wish to extend our heartfelt thanks to the exceptional staff on 200 at the Assiniboine Centre for their care and compassion given to Dad and our family. Special thanks also to Rev. Joe Ball for his time, consideration and the comfort given to Dad and our family. Lastly, we would like to thank Kurt Ardron from Brockie Donovan, for his kindness, guidance and professionalism. In lieu of flowers if friends so desire, donations in Adam’s memory can be made to Brandon Regional Health Centre, Western Manitoba Cancer Center Project, 150 McTavish Avenue East, Brandon, Manitoba, R7A 2B3

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JANUSH: Phyllis Edith (nee Squires) widow of the late Joseph Janush passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at the age of 76 years. Phyllis was born February 28, 1933 to Percy and Dorothy Squires in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She attended Molesworth School and then moved to Brandon to find employment. Phyllis worked in Souris as a housekeeper and the Prince Edward Hotel in Brandon and then went to Minakie, Ontario to work at the lodge. Phyllis married Joe Janush on August 2, 1958 and together they raised their daughters. Phyllis with her husband Joe, operated a cattle and grain farm at Nesbitt, Manitoba. Phyllis was an avid bingo player and enjoyed playing the slots which she was very lucky at. She enjoyed gardening and working with her flowers. She also enjoyed reading and crossword puzzles. Phyllis is survived by: daughters, Joyce Janush, Jo-Anne (Allan) Soder and Rhonda (Alan) Janush; grandchildren, Jennifer (Terrance) and Steven Soder, Nicole Benoit and Crystal Richardson. She is also survived by: sisters, Mae (Arnold) Schettler, Irene Lambourne, Gladys (Wayne) Gork; brother, Bill (Bella) Squires; brother-in-law, Jack (Freda) Gardiner; sisters-in-law, Bernice (John) Boyko and Gladys (Pete) Martine and numerous nieces and nephews and their families. Phyllis was predeceased by: her husband Joe; her infant daughter Darlene Rose Janush; her parents Dorothy and Percy Squires; sisters, Joyce Squires and Mary Gardiner; brothers, Vernon and Walter (Yvonne) Squires; brothers-in-law Silas Lambourne and Mike Bilyk; In-laws Nellie and Joseph Janush; sisters-in-law, Darlene Janush and Marion Bilyk. The Funeral Service was held Friday, November 20 at 2:00 p.m. at Memories Chapel, 330-18th Street North with Mona Franklin officiating. Pallbearers were: nephews, Blaine and Doug Schettler, Rick and Glen Lambourne, Darwin and Jason Gork. Interment was in the Brandon Cemetery. Friends who wish may make a donation in memory of Phyllis to the Canadian Cancer Society, 193 Sherbrook Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 9Z9.

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

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

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HANLIN: Nan Hanlin, beloved wife of the late Hugh Hanlin of Virden, Manitoba passed away at Virden Health Centre Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at the age of 93 years.Funeral service will be held from G.R. Carscadden Funeral Chapel, Virden Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Janice Van Aertselaer officiating. Interment will be in Virden Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to Canadian Diabetes Association or to Virden Health Auxiliary Remembrance Fund in memory of Nan. E-mail messages of condolence or sign the on-line Book of Condolences at carscaddenfuneralchapel.comG. R. Carscadden Funeral Chapel, Virden, in care of arrangements.

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DUNBAR: Mabel May (nee Higgens) passed away peacefully at her residence Valleyview Personal Care Centre on Monday, November 9, 2009. May was born on May 1, 1914 to Edwin Charles Higgens and Mabel Gertrude (nee Drake) Higgens. She completed all of her schooling in Brandon. After completing high school, she went to work for Mona's Ladies Wear for a number of years and also for Brown's Drug Store. She left Brandon for some time and went to live and work in Chicago, Illinois. When World War II broke out, she was informed that she had to move back to Canada and took up residence again in the family home at 235-22nd Street. After returning to Brandon, she accepted a job with Metropolitan Life. During this time, she met the love of her life, Ira Millen Dunbar, and they were married on November 10, 1953. They subsequently moved to Uncle Millen's farm in North Portal, SK and together they farmed until moving back to Brandon in 1974, taking up residence again in the family home on 22nd Street. She resided in the family home until October 2008, when illness forced her to move to Valleyview, where she resided until her passing. Fraternally, May was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star in Estevan, SK and Portal, ND, the ladies of Kem Temple Shrine Club in Grand Forks, ND and also the ladies of the Brandon & District Shrine Club. She belonged to Seniors for Seniors and the Antique Club in Brandon. She took many memorable bus trips with Seniors & McPhail Travel. May was a very independent, strong willed woman who lived life to the fullest. She loved her family, cats, flowers, antiques and collectables, the outdoors and until she was no longer able, tended to her raspberry canes, and her strawberry plants. Her yard at the back of the house was full of flowers, trees and bushes of every kind. She loved their cottage at Clear Lake and during the years that they went to the lake, made many new friends and acquaintances. May was predeceased by her parents; husband Ira Millen Dunbar, brothers James Henry (Harry), Edwin William (Ted), and Wilbert Thomas (Bud), and her nephew James Edwin (Jim). She is survived by nieces, Marilyn Sheridan, Joan Gaeta (David), Lorraine Ditchfield, Delwyn Higgens (Michael Davey), ten great nieces and nephews, eleven great great nieces and nephews, and a very special friend Ken Sarvis. She will also be missed by many cousins, friends and neighbors. May was a very hospitable and remarkable lady, who could relate to adults, younger people and also children and was always someone that could be leaned on with a sympathetic ear. We are all going to miss her greatly. As per May's wishes a Graveside Ceremony was held at the Brandon Cemetery on Saturday, November 14, 2009. Mona Franklin officiated. Friends who wish, may make a donation in memory of May to the Canadian Diabetes Association, B-727-10th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 4G7 or to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Manitoba, #3-824-18th Street, Brandon, MB R7A 5B7.

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

The family would like to thank Mays' doctors, the Home Care Staff, all of the staff at Valleyview Care Centre for the wonderful care given to May during the last three years, and the help and guidance provided to the family during this difficult time. A big thank you to Vern Schneider and staff from Memories Chapel, and a big thank you to Mona Franklin for a very meaningful service. Arrangements were with Memories Chapel & Pre-Planning Centre, 727-0330.

REST IN PEACE "AUNTY MAY" WE LOVE YOU

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COLLINS (CRAM): Rose Grace beloved wife of the late Ernest Collins passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on October 9, 2009 at the age of 88 years. Mother of Murray Collins and Margaret Harness. Grandmother of Brian (Christa) Harness, Kimberly (Neil) Robinson, Jennifer (Sean) Harp. Great-grandmother of Jay and Travis Harness, Owen and Andrew Harp. Mom was born February 14, 1921, to parents William and Carolina Cram in Brandon. She attended Brandon schools and lived in Brandon’s East End all her life. Mom married Dad, February 14, 1942. Upon Dad’s return from overseas in 1945, they made their home in the East End. Mom was a great homemaker, cooking, sewing, knitting and crocheting. She especially loved her flower garden, her lilies, always growing a little extra for St. Augustines. Mom’s love of animals especially dogs and cats meant that many a lost dog or cat found a good home with the Collins family. Mom was a member of My Dog Training Club taking her three registered rough collies, Princess, Scrapper and Sandy for training. With alot of hard work and patience they went to many dog shows across Canada winning many ribbons and trophies. Mom will be remembered for her caring and her love of family. Mom is survived by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, a sister-in-law Freda Cram and many nieces and nephews. Mom was predeceased by parents; sisters, Margaret Cram, Minnie Zywina, Mary Carbener, Edith Grant, Alice Collings, Ruth Borozny; brothers, Joe, Jack, Sid and John Cram; sisters-in-law, Kathleen Reed, Marjorie Metcalfe; brother-in-law Clarence Collins.

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BRAUN: Abram (Abe). It is with great sadness we announce the passing of husband, father, grandfather and community member Abe Braun of Erickson at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on November 12, 2009 at the age of 76 years. Abe was born May 8, 1933 on his Grandmother's farm in the Rhineland Municipality, the second child of Peter and Anna Braun. Abe married Hanna Cherpaw May 9, 1952 and together they raised five children. On March 20, 2000, Abe married Wilma Jacobson. Abe went to school at the Calder School in Rheinfeld until 1947 when the family moved to Mayfeld, Manitoba. Here Abe's work life began on the home farm and neighboring farms, then to the CN Railway. Abe spent 38 years with CN, from Sectionman at Plumas, Manitoba to Roadmaster, which included managing the road gangs of Western Canada. After retirement at 55, Abe found other jobs to keep him busy, building cupboards, working at Knox United, Heritage Co-op, delivering Free Press and just helping out. Abe made friends where ever he went. He was a community man, always willing to step forward to do his part, serving on many local boards and committees and enjoying all the people he met. Abe loved making music, spending time playing guitar and banjo with his brother Frank on the violin, in their early years. All throughout his life Abe was a doer. He was so practical, always finding a way to get things done the best way possible. He loved being outdoors teaching his children and grandchildren to skate, coaching hockey, boating, fishing, golfing, travelling and just being at the cabin at Thomas Lake. Abe is survived by his loving wife, Wilma, his children Brian (Debbie), Judith 'Judy' (Ken Busch), Audrey (Lance Halliday) and Gerald (Jerry) and daughter-in-law Cindy Mott. There are nine grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. He also leaves brother George (Elsie), sister Kaye (Martin Penner), Wilma's childrenKelly, (Larry Kreshewski) and Blair Jacobson (Sharlyn). Abe was predeceased by his parents, his son Clyde, brothers Isaac & Frank, sisters Susan, Anneand Mary. The service to celebrate Abe's life was held at the Erickson Legion Hall, Erickson, Manitoba on Saturday November 14, 2009, conducted by members of the Baha'i Faith. Interment was in Erickson Cemetery. If friends so desire donations may be made to Town of Erickson & RM of Clanwilliam Endowment Fund c/o The Town of Erickson, Box 40 Erickson, MB R0J 0P0.Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.memorieschapel.com. Arrangementswere with Memories Chapel & Pre-Planning Centre, 727-0330.

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HALLATT: Kenneth Herbert “Ken” Hallatt beloved husband of Ida and dear father of David and Reid passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Tuesday, November 17, 2009. The Funeral Ceremony will be held at Memories Chapel on Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. Pastor Wil Warkentin will officiate. Friends who wish may make a donation in memory of Ken to the Brandon Humane Society, 2200-17th Street East, Brandon, Manitoba, R7A 7M6, or to a charity of choice. Complete obituary information will follow.Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.memorieschapel.com Arrangements are with Memories Chapel & Pre-Planning Centre, 727-0330.

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CLARK: Lorne Alexander. Lorne passed away suddenly in Carberry, MB on Wednesday, November 18, 2009. Lorne was born July 15, 1923 on the family farm near Somerset. Lorne attended school one mile east of his home at Harmer School. He began his lifelong love of farming in 1938 with his Dad and his brothers at their farm in the Somerset area. After he married Jessie Gates on October 24, 1953, he continued farming at Swan Lake and then later near Carberry where they moved in 1961. Lorne was always fond of horses, and enjoyed looking after them even when they were no longer needed for field work. He always had cattle on the farm and spent many happy hours working with his cattle, helping his five children raise steers for 4-H and maintaining his pasture land. Besides farming, Lorne worked as a farm labourer, a basement excavator, a landscaper and a school bus driver for 15 years. He was a talented carpenter who helped build the family home at Carberry, his son's home on the farm, and showed his fine carpentry skills by building kitchen cabinets and china cabinets. In his 70's he invented, designed, manufactured and sold cattle oilers. Lorne was enjoying watching Larry, Dustin and Marty take over the farm, watching out the window for them to drive into the yard and spending time with them as they completed their farm work. In his spare time, Lorne loved being outside, maintaining the farm and pasture land, maintaining machinery and working with his cattle. Lately his love of nature included planting and tilling the garden, planting and watering the flowerbeds, and watching the robins, swallows and hummingbirds that filled the yard. Lorne could also be found watching any one of his 13 grandchildren in whatever activity they were involved in such as baseball, curling, singing, drama, drawing, music, and hockey. He was particularly fond of watching hockey and this filled many happy hours as eight of his grandchildren played! He was thrilled to attend the St. Louis Blues tryouts with his son Laurie and grandson Andrew, as well as accompanying the Brandon AAA Midgets to Kenora, ON when they won the National Midget Championship in 2004. He was a Wheat King season ticket holder when Andrew played on the team and was looking forward to living in the town of Carberry this winter and being close to the rink to watch his grandsons, Dustin, Marty and Blayne play with the Carberry Plainsmen. Lorne loved listening to old time country music, fiddle music and playing his favourite songs by ear on the electronic organ and the harmonica. Lorne was a man of few words who loved to laugh, spend time with his family and friends, and who left a huge impression. He taught his children kindness, patience, the value of hard work and that every problem was solvable. He was predeceased by his parents, three sisters, four brothers-in-law, two brothers, and one sister-in-law. He is survived by his wife, children and grandchildren, one sister, Vera Glawson (Brandon), one brother, Gordon (Evelyn) and sister-in-law Emma, all of Treherne, Jessie’s extended family as well as many nieces and nephews. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 56 years, Jessie (Gates), four daughters, one son and their families: Marilyn (Murray) Day, Desiree and Courtney; Lorraine (Larry) Fisher, Dustin, Marty and Blayne; Laurie (Carol) Clark, Andrew, Michael and Rikki; Lorna (Ray) Muirhead, Erica, Madison, and Kendall; Kim (Kevin) Chambers, Alec and Owen. A funeral service to celebrate Lorne's life will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at the Carberry United Church, Carberry, MB with Rev. Peggy Reid officiating. A private family graveside service at the Carberry Plains Cemetery will take place earlier in the day. A service of remembrance will be held at Beaconsfield Cemetery (Somerset) at a later date. Donations in memory of Lorne may be made to the Carberry Ag Society or to the Carberry Plains Community Centre.

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

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WHALEN: Louise, age 92 years, beloved wife of the late George Whalen, died in the Souris Health Centre on Wednesday, November 18, 2009. Graveside funeral service for family and friends will be held at the Riverside Cemetery, Hartney, Manitoba, on Sunday, November 22, 2009 at 2:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, in memory of Louise, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Kowalchuk’s Funeral Home, Souris, in care of arrangements. Expression of sympathy may be made at dkowalchuk@mts.net

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JANUSH: Phyllis Edith, widow of the late Joseph Janush passed away at Brandon Regional Health Centre on Tuesday, November 17, 2009. Funeral Service will be held at Memories Chapel, 330-18th Street North, on Friday, November 20, 2009 at 2:00 pm. Interment to follow at the Brandon Cemetery. Friends who wish may make a donation in memory of Phyllis to the Canadian Cancer Society, 193 Sherbrook Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 9Z9. Complete obituary information to follow.Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.memorieschapel.com Arrangements are with Memories Chapel & Pre-PlanningCentre, 727-0330.

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BLAKE: Gwen Blake of Minnedosa, MB entered into rest on November 17, 2009 at the Minnedosa Health Centre at the age of 79 years. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 1:30 p.m. at St. Alphonsus Roman Catholic Church Minnedosa, MB with Elgin Hall officiating. Interment will take place in the Minnedosa Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Minnedosa Palliative Care Service or the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Manitoba. Minnedosa Funeral Service, Minnedosa, Manitoba in care of arrangements (204) 867-3868.

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