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RONALD NOWAKOWSKI
October 27, 2004
RONALD (RON) ARNOLD NOWAKOWSKI Suddenly, after a short illness, Ron Nowakowski, 56 years old, passed away October 21, 2004. Ron was born
in Winnipeg, MB on November 26, 1947. He is survived by his wife Janet; children, Andrew, Kayla, Adam and Gabriel Bedard; sister Adeline Huppe (Doug) of Calgary, AB; brother Don (Doreen) and family; brother Frank; cousin Ann. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, kids, brothers, sister, family, special friends and Sparky. He was predeceased by his father, Adam (1981) and mother, Rozalia (1995). Ron worked at a variety of different jobs in his life, City of Winnipeg, Insect Control Branch (six years) and most recently, West Kildonan Golf Course (10 years). Ron loved hobbies in the garage, fixing things for family and friends. He also loved playing "Pacman" with his kids, dice with friends, fishing and camping and cooking his special dishes. He would always help a friend in need. Ron was a truly devoted father, and always there for his family through the good times as well as the bad. A person always knew they were well-liked, when Ron gave them a Nick Name. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Ron's life will be held on Thursday, October 28 at 11:00 a.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. At family's request, flowers gratefully declined, donations may be made in Ron's memory to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or Manitoba Diabetes. Association. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
EMILY PAULSON
October 27, 2004
EMILY (TOOTS) PAULSON Peacefully, on October 26, 2004, at the E. M. Crowe Memorial Hospital in Eriksdale with her family by her side, Emily (Toots) Paulson, aged 84 years of Lundar, MB. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m on Saturday, October 30 at the Lundar Community Hall in Lundar. Interment to follow in the Lundar Municipal Cemetery. Full obituary to follow in Thursday's paper. Arrangements by Arnason Funeral Home Ltd. Ashern - Lundar 1-204-768-2072
STEVE POMARENSKI
October 27, 2004
STEVE POMARENSKI December 25, 1916 - October 24, 2004 Steve passed away on October 24, 2004 at Seven Oaks Hospital after a lengthy illness, with his beloved wife by his side. Steve leaves his wife Helen (Phillips) of 52 years, less one day; sisters, Ann and Lorraine; brothers, Paul and John; and many nieces, nephews and extended family. He was predeceased by his parents; sister Helen; and brother Peter. Steve was born
in Frazerwood, MB. He farmed there until he moved to Winnipeg to join his brothers in the grocery business. In 1960, Steve and Helen moved to Madera, CA, where they lived for 26 years. They moved back to Winnipeg in 1986. Steve and Helen enjoyed going on cruises, especially the trip to Ukraine. Many thanks to the wonderful staff at Seven Oaks for their care and kindness. Special thanks to Hyacinth and Jeanette and Katy I didn't get my "Vodka". Funeral service will be held on Friday, October 29 at 10:00 a.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Steve's memory to Seven Oaks Hospital or a charity of your choice. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
IRVINE POWLES
October 27, 2004
IRVINE VICTOR POWLES Peacefully on Monday, October 25, 2004, granddad passed away at the age of 94 at Rosewood Lodge in Stonewall. Granddad was born
on January 9, 1910 in Winnipeg, MB and he had a good, full life. He was predeceased by his wife, Flora in 1997; his daughter, Flora Leverington in 1996; and son-in-law Jim Leverington in 1994. He was also predeceased by his brothers and sisters, Charles, Eva, Rose, Cecil, and May. He will be dearly missed by his granddaughter Deb (Reid) Harcus, and is survived by his two grandsons, Irvine (Christina) Leverington and Bob (Mary) Leverington; eight great-grandchildren, Mike (Heather), David, Dwight, Jilian, Jimmy, Liam, Alexander and Chelsey; and two great-great grandchildren, Cora and Leah. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins who plan to gather for a Powles family reunion in 2005. Granddad was a giving, devoted, creative and amazing man. He was a machinist by trade, and apprenticed with the C.P.R. in 1928. He worked at Parkhill Bedding & Furniture for 32 years, retiring in 1968. In 1952 he joined the Masonic Lodge and was still a member when he passed away. He and grandma had a camp at Laclu, which they both enjoyed and we all had fond memories of. He moved from Winnipeg to Stonewall in 1968 and then spent another eight years working with the mentally disabled in the Interlake until he retired again in 1976. At the age of 63, with one leg, he learned to cook and keep house after grandma had a severe stroke in 1973. He spent his next 24 years caring for her in the little house on 3rd Street West in Stonewall. He loved his visits with family and friends, and spent many happy hours puttering in his workshop, doing things like building a locomotive steam engine from scratch, doing a little saw sharpening, and lots of woodworking. In December, 2000, the house got to be a little too much for him, and granddad moved into Rosewood Lodge, where he lived his last few years. He always enjoyed seeing family and friends, and looked forward either staying in or getting out for a car-ride, going for ice-cream, coffee, lunch or a dinner out. A memorial service will be held Thursday, October 28 at 2:30 p.m. at the MacKenzie Funeral Chapel on Main St. in Stonewall. Cremation has taken place. Flowers are gratefully declined, but if friends so desire, a memorial donation can be made to your favourite charity. I'm going to miss you Granddad. With love, your little sweetheart. MacKenzie Funeral Chapel, Stonewall in care of arrangements. 467-2525.
JOHN SCHMIDT
October 27, 2004
JOHN PETER SCHMIDT It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of John Schmidt, aged 86 years, on October 25, 2004. Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife of 55 years, Anne; and his two daughters along with their families, Elaine and Harry Dyck and their children, Leigh (Julie), Brent (Ginette, and great-granddaughter Cameron), and Glen, Frank and Lorraine Fast and their children, Grant and Julie. He is also survived by three sisters, Mary, Anne, and Kay. He was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Abe, Jack, Peter and Henry; and sisters, Margaret Walde and Helene Issac. He was born
August 28, 1918 in Orlaff Zagradovka, Russia. In November of 1926 he moved with his family to Canada. Shortly after arriving in Canada, the family moved to Oak Bluff. In 1949 he married
the love of his life Anne, and together they farmed until dad's retirement in 1980. They then moved to Winnipeg where they continued to enjoy the company of family and friends. He was an active church member, and until his passing loved to listen to spiritual hymns. During his three month stay at Victoria Hospital he received many compliments from the staff on his beautiful music. The family would like to thank Dr. Cavers and the many nurses and health care aids on 4 South. Their kindness and compassion will never be forgotten. Also a special thank you to homecare workers Angela and Olga who made it possible to keep dad at home where he belonged. God bless you all. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 30, at 2:00 p.m. at Springstein Mennonite Church with interment in Springstein Cemetery. Viewing will be held prior to the funeral. If friends so desire, donations may be made to Alzheimer's Manitoba, 120 Donald St., R3C 4G2. "Peacefully sleeping, resting at last, His weary trials and trouble are past, In silence he suffered, in patience he bore, Till God called him home to suffer no more." KLASSEN FUNERAL HOME 1897 Henderson - North of McIvor - 925-1120
MAX SHINDELMAN
October 27, 2004
MAX SHINDELMAN It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Max Shindelman on Monday, October 25, 2004. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 27 (today) at 2:00 p.m. at Shaarey Zedek Synagogue, 561 Wellington Cres. Longer obituary to follow.
ANN SIMONSEN
October 27, 2004
ANN ETTA SIMONSEN (nee McHAFFIE) 1931 - 2004 The family of Ann Simonsen is deeply saddened to announce her passing on Tuesday, October 26, 2004 of cancer. According to her wishes, she died at home surrounded by her family. Left to mourn her passing are her devoted husband of 53 years Jack; her loving children, Keith (Joanne), Neil, and Stephanie (Jim); her adored grandchildren, Kelli (Mark), Dana (Jennifer), and Jill; and her two sisters, Peggy (Jules) and Pat. She was predeceased by her father Ivan and mother Bernice. Also left to mourn her passing are numerous nephews, nieces, in-laws, and friends. Ann was born
in Montreal in 1931 and received her primary and secondary schooling in Montreal West. Here she was an active member of the operatic league where she was the musical accompanist and make up artist. After graduation she attended Mt. Allison University where she graduated cum laude with a degree in arts. While at Mt. Allison she met a dashing Dane working for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation who was to become her husband Jack. They married
in Montreal in 1952 and set up their first household in Toronto and after a year moved to Dartmouth, NS where they resided until her death. Ann was a devoted mother and gardener, and hosted numerous people during the course of her time in Dartmouth. The hospitality genes, the love of gardening and the recognition of the importance of education she bequeathed to her children. She was an avid musician until arthritis prevented her from playing her much loved piano. Despite numerous medical problems she maintained a rapier wit with and an often ribald sense of humour, characteristics that helped her endure her final struggle with grace and dignity. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held at Mattatal Funeral Home, 217 Portland St. on Thursday, October 28 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. A service celebrating Ann's life will be held at Stairs Memorial United Church, 14 Hester St. on Friday, October 29 at 11:00 a.m. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations can be made to the Arthritis Society, the Breast Cancer Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.
ERNEST SMITH
October 27, 2004
ERNEST JOHN SMITH M.ARCH, FRAIC, RCA December 17, 1919 - October 22, 2004 Ernest passed away peacefully in The Pas, MB, with his family by his side while listening to his favourite music. Left to celebrate his life are his children, Lynda, Emily (Nick), Christopher (Connie); grandchildren, Steven and Jeffery; sister Vera; brother Robert; and many relatives. Born and educated in Winnipeg, he grew up on Aubrey Street. He attended the University of Manitoba where he attained his Bachelor's degree in Architecture and where he won the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada Gold Medal. He later received a scholarship to study at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Boston where he received his Masters Degree. Ernest enjoyed nature. He spent his summers on Lake Winnipeg, as a youth at Grand Beach and later with his family at their cottage at Hillside Beach. It was at Grand Beach where he met the love of his life ("on the boardwalk") - Marjorie his wife of 48 years. They were blessed with three children Lynda, Emily and Christopher. It was at the lake where he enjoyed fishing, boating and swimming, working on the cottage and most of all - entertaining family and friends. Later in life he enjoyed spending the winters in Florida and the summers at Hillside Beach where he designed and built his retirement home, which was featured at The Royal Canadian Academy of Arts "Prairie Region Exhibition" at the Winnipeg Art Gallery in 1997. He looked forward to getting away with the "boys" on their annual fishing trips to Pisces Island on Labyrinth Bay, Lake of the Woods. It is here where he could let his hair down, build "stuff", fish and explore the wilderness. This was truly a special part in his life. Ernest's passion was Architecture. While at the U. of M. he and his friends Dennis Carter and Walter Katelnikoff made a commitment to start an architectural practice in Winnipeg upon Ernest's graduation from MIT. In 1947, the firm that has sustained the name Smith Carter was established and became a prominent name in Architecture in Manitoba, across Canada and elsewhere. In the early years he taught design at the University while building the practice and "beating the bushes" throughout Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario pursuing school, church and hospital projects. Ernest functioned as managing partner of Smith Carter until his retirement in 1985 after 38 years in practice. He was particularly proud of the influence the firm had on the skyline of Winnipeg and his accomplishments related to international work. Notable projects include the Pan-Am Swimming Pool, Centennial Centre (the Centennial Concert Hall, Planetarium, and Museum of Man and Nature), Lombard Place/Richardson Building, Bank of Nova Scotia and Concourse at Portage and Main, Place d'Accuiel Expo 67 in Montreal, the Canadian Chancery Building in Warsaw Poland, Kermanshah Technical Training Centre in Iran and the Canadian Embassy Building in Moscow. Over the years Ernest held numerous professional postings and honours. He always felt this was an important aspect of his life, not only to strengthen his career but also to advance the Architectural profession. Notable activities included: President of the Manitoba Association of Architects (1956-61) and Life Member (2000), Chairman of the National Joint Committee on Construction Materials (1963-65), Dean of the College of Fellows (1972-75) and Chancellor of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (1979). Ernest enjoyed and supported the arts. Over the years he was a member of the Winnipeg Art Gallery, co-chairman of the Fine Arts Committee for the Centennial Cultural Centre (1967) and participated in varying capacities on the board of the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, including President from 1969-71. He was a member of Council of the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts (1974) and later donated his time to fundraising pursuits for the RCA. He was particularly fond of playing the piano and upon retirement took lessons for many years to advance his playing skills. He remained a dedicated husband to his wife Marjorie and following her illness took on the responsibility for her day-to-day care. His efforts were tireless to ensure that the quality of her life was maintained until her death in 1993. He continued to live at Hillside Beach until 1998 when he moved to Winnipeg where he lived at The Wellington. In 2001, he moved to St. Paul's Personal Care home in The Pas where his son Chris resides with his family. A memorial service to celebrate Ernest's life will be held in Winnipeg at Westworth United Church, 1750 Grosvenor Ave., 2:00 p.m. Thursday, October 28 with Rev. Clark Saunders presiding. In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire please make a donation to the Alzheimer's Society Manitoba or the Parkinson Society Canada, Manitoba Region. Hemauer Funeral Home in The Pas, 204-623-3261 and Wereschuk's Funeral Chapel in Winnipeg, 204-582-0929, in care of arrangements.
JOHN SMITH
October 27, 2004
JOHN MARTIN SMITH Peacefully on October 26, 2004 John Martin Smith passed away at the Grace General Hospital at the age of 83 years. John will be loving remembered by his beloved wife Mabel; daughter Rosemary (Doug) Lepine; brother Tom (Julia) of Kelowna; and brother-in-law Bud Harlow; nieces, Valerie (Wayne) and Alexis Dalzell of Vancouver and Mary-Anne and Tianna Smith of Kelowna, Wendy (Greg) Carrigan and Marie Basaraba of White Rock, BC; nephews, Robert (Lorette), Allan (Kira) and Jim (Arlene) Harlow. He was predeceased by his father Robert Smith and mother Mary Smith (nee Martin). John served overseas during the Second World War and latterly with the Winnipeg Fire Department for 35 years. A private family service will be held. If friends so desire, donations in memory of John may be made to the Fire Fighters Burn Fund, 303-83 Garry St., Winnipeg, R3C 4J9 THOMSON "IN THE PARK" Funeral Home and Cemetery 1291 McGillivray Blvd. - 925-1120
STANLEY SNOWDY
October 27, 2004
STANLEY (BUD) FREDERICK CHARLES SNOWDY March 27, 1934 - October 22, 2004 With great sorrow we announce his sudden passing in Thompson, MB. He was there on business. Lynn Lake has lost their last original resident. Bud resided in the north, a place he loved for 56 years. Fishing was his sport of choice, the cottage at Zed Lake, curling in the early years and snowmobiling. He had many pleasant evenings playing cards with friends. He did not travel extensively. However, he thoroughly enjoyed his trips to Cuba and Hawaii. After he completed his education he was employed by Sherritt Gordon Mines as a machinist and welder. He was a welder by trade and left Sherritt Gordon Mines to own and operate Bud's Welding. He managed his business for over 30 years. Bud is survived by his loving sister Doreen Richter her husband Ernie. His pride and joy were his nephews, Donald (Erin) daughters, Megan and Madison; David (Sue) son Mark. Bud was predeceased by his mother Clara Snowdy (January 1967) and his nephew Bobby Richter (December 25, 1983). He was my brother and I will miss our discussions and friendship that I've had all my life. You can have relations and friends but you can't have a brother like I've had. And more, much more than this he did it his way. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bud's memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba; 200- 6 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6. To live the lives of those we love means not to die. Cremation has taken place. A funeral service will be held Saturday, October 30, at 3.00 p.m. at St. Simon's, Lynn Lake, MB. Boardman Northland Funeral Services, Thompson, MB
MURIEL SPOSITO
October 27, 2004
MURIEL SPOSITO Peacefully, on Monday, October 25, 2004, at Seven Oaks Hospital, Muriel (Mert) passed away at the age of 84. Mom was predeceased by her husband Neil in 1973 and was the last survivor of her siblings. She will be sadly missed by her three sons, Anthony (Landis), Michael (Stephania), Robert (Florence); and grandchildren, Christopher, Eric, Rayna, Damon; and her many friends. The family will forever cherish her memory, in particular her creativity, amazing wit and the amusing situations she usually found herself in that will always bring laughter to family get-togethers. At Muriel's request, cremation has occurred and there will be no formal funeral service. Thanks to the caring staff at Seven Oaks, especially those that helped celebrate her birthday recently. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Rest In Peace, Mom.
EMILY STRATHERN
October 27, 2004
EMILY STRATHERN 1936 - 2004 Emily Elizabeth Strathern passed away suddenly at her home at the age of 69, on Friday, October 22, 2004. She was predeceased by her loving husband George; her parents, Olga and John; and her sister Joan. She will be deeply missed by her three children, John (Sylvia) Strathern, Cheryl Irwin (John Galloway) and Tom Strathern; and lovingly remembered by her four grandchildren, Luci, Jessica, Robert and Nicole. Memorial Services will be held at the Lutheran Church of the Cross, 10620 Elbow Drive SW, Calgary, on Thursday, October 28, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. Expressions of Sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.mem.com JACQUES FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 12700 Macleod Trail South, Calgary (403) 297-0711 Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial
DAWN SWARTZ
October 27, 2004
DAWN SWARTZ On October 25, 2004, passed away suddenly at her home at age 85. Dawn was predeceased by her husband David and her sister Jewel. She will be lovingly remembered by her sisters, Joy, Yvonne, Myrn (John), Gem (Victor); her sisters-in-law, Gert and Emily; and many nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, October 27 at 11:00 a.m. at the Shaarey Zedek Memorial Park at 230 Armstrong (at Main) officiated by Mr. Bill Weissmann. There will be a meal of consolation after the funeral at the Shaarey Zedek Synagogue, 561 Wellington Cres. Dawn was born
in Winnipeg on November 2, 1918 and attended St. John's High School. She had a strong interest in music and took an active role in Winnipeg's music community through her playing, teaching, and support of the field. Her husband was a surgeon and they were very active in the medical community during his years of practice and teaching. Later in life, she developed her talent as a painter and was very productive in her artistic work. She was continually developing her skills as a painter and was attending courses and workshops into her 80s. Friends and family remember her as a gracious host and a wonderful conversationalist who was always interested in family, friends, reading, and the arts. In memory of Dawn, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Her family would like to thank the staff of her residence for their support over the years and the staff at the Grace General Hospital for their thoughtful care.
GEORGE TACKABERRY
October 27, 2004
GEORGE EDWARD TACKABERRY Born Brandon, MB October 17, 1928 Died Vancouver, BC October 24, 2004 Predeceased by wife Joan McRitchie Tackaberry (MacKay) June 5, 1977 Survived by son John (Jacquie); daughter Jo Ann; and son George (Sandra); and adored grandchildren, Audrey, Brenda, Anne Elizabeth, and George. Survived also by companion Blanche Saunders and Tasa. "Tack" schooled in Winnipeg, Montreal, and St. Johns College School in Winnipeg. In 1950 he joined Hobbs Glass in Winnipeg and was soon transferred to Fort William, ON. There he met Joan and they married
in August 1952 after Joan received her R.N. In 1956 "Tack" was transferred to Vancouver and the couple and the start of a young family moved to Sea Island and in 1958 to Lulu Island. "Tack" was proud of his membership in the Richmond Volunteer Fire Department from 1956 till the start of the paid Department in 1960, both at the Sea Island Hall and later at Brighouse Hall. "Tack" advanced in his work. Through Sales, Architectural Rep. for the company in Western Canada and on to manager of the Construction Division of PPG Canada (successor to Hobbs Glass). "Tack" and his capable staff successfully bid and managed the supply and installation of glass and/or aluminium to major projects in Western Canada such as Bentall Centre, Pacific Centre, Airports at Vancouver, Calgary, Canada Place, Vancouver Courthouse and many more until early retirement after the Division was discontinued by the company. "Gone to be with Mum". No service by request.
JOSEPHINE UNWIN
October 27, 2004
JOSEPHINE "JO" DOREEN UNWIN Peacefully, on Tuesday, October 26, 2004 at the St. Boniface General Hospital, Jo passed away at the age of 79 years. A Celebration of Jo's Life will be held on Friday, October 29 at 10:00 a.m. in the Silver Heights United Church, 199 Garrioch Ave. (off Mount Royal Road and Ness Avenue). A longer obituary notice will follow in tomorrow's newspaper edition. WOJCIK'S ALL BELIEFS & FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665
ISABEL WALL
October 27, 2004
ISABEL WALL It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, Isabel Wall aged 67, on October 21, 2004 at Riverview Health Centre after a courageous battle with lung cancer. A gathering to celebrate Isabel's life will be held at Green Acres Memorial Gardens, No. 1 Highway on Wednesday, October 27 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to CancerCare Manitoba or Canadian Diabetes. Association.
ANDREW YOUNG
October 27, 2004
ANDREW JAMES READ YOUNG It is with great sorrow that we announce the death of Andrew Young, on Saturday, October 23, 2004, at the age of 20. Beloved son of Jon Young and Nancy Read, cherished brother of Ian Wallace Read Young, and the adored grandson of Ruby Young of Whitley Bay, England, and of the late Grace and Wallace Read of London, ON, with whom he spent many happy summers at the family camp on Lake Panache. He will also be greatly missed by his Winnipeg friends and by his many aunts, uncles and cousins in England and in Ontario. Andrew grew up in Winnipeg, where he attended French immersion schools in Fort Garry, graduating from Vincent Massey Collegiate in 2002. He was in third year at the University of Manitoba. Andrew had an unquenchable passion for writing, poetry and literature, and his journey toward self-discovery and engagement in the world has been tragically cut short. We will miss him terribly. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 29, at 1:00 p.m., at St. Paul's Anglican Church, 830 North Dr., Fort Garry. THOMSON "IN THE PARK" Funeral Home and Cemetery 1291 McGillivray Blvd. 925-1120
