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Eleanor Doris Andres (nee Evans)
Eleanor Doris Andres passed away following a stroke on Friday, April 11, 2003 in Portage la Prairie. Eleanor was born
in Portage la Prairie on October 3, 1919, the youngest of 6 children born
to Charles and Helena Evans, all of whom predeceased her. She graduated from Portage Collegiate and spent a year studying in Winnipeg at the Winnipeg Bible College. She met Henry upon her return to Portage and they married
in 1942. They moved to Sussex, New Brunswick for a brief period until Henry was sent overseas, when Eleanor returned home, pregnant with their first child, to care for her ailing mother. Upon Henry's return from the war, they made their home in Portage for the remainder of their lives. Eleanor's life was one of service to others: her husband, children, church and community. She volunteered in many organizations including the Public Library Board which gave her great satisfaction. When she was able, she loved to garden (especially flowers), read, do crossword and jigsaw puzzles, and knit. She was renowned for her baking, especially her butter tarts. Eleanor suffered a stroke many years ago but was fiercely determined to maintain her independence. Henry made this possible for her until his death in 1999, after which Eleanor moved to Regency House and then last fall, to the Lion's Manor. The family wishes to express their deep gratitude to her social worker, Dave Taylor, the home care workers who enabled her to remain independent, and to the staff of the Lion's Manor for their loving care of her for the past winter. Eleanor will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by her children: Lynn of Winnipeg, Judy of Calgary, Terry and Barbara of Winnipeg; her grandchildren: Heather of Winnipeg, and Teddy and Astrid of Derby, England. She is also mourned by her extended family especially her niece Doreen and her brothers and sisters-in-law who were all so kind to her after Henry's death. A service of Celebration for Eleanor's life will be held on Tuesday April 15, 2003 at McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel, 56 Royal Road S., Portage la Prairie at 1:30 pm with Pastor Ken Harris officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Eleanor had a deep and abiding love for her Saviour, Jesus Christ,, and she died confident in the knowledge that He had prepared a place for her in His Father's house. As expressions of sympathy, if friends so wish, donations may be made in Eleanor's memory to Lions Prairie Manor Foundation Inc., 24 9th Street SE, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 3V4. A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of Eleanor by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are entrusted with the arrangements. 857-4021 www.mckenziesportagefuneralchapel.com
Bruce Lyall
On Monday, April 14, 2003 Bruce Lyall, beloved husband of Maggie and father of Blake and Robert, passed away at the Portage District General Hospital at the age of 74 years. There will be a time of viewing and visitation on Wednesday evening, April 16, 2003 at McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, April 17, 2003 at 2:00 pm at McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel with Pastor Steve Wilson officiating. As expressions of sympathy, if friends so wish, donations may be made in Bruce's memory to Central Plains Cancer Care Services, 318 Saskatchewan Ave. E., Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 0K8 or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba, Portage Office, c/o Catherine Newham, 103 Wilkinson Crescent, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 1A7. A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of Bruce by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are entrusted with the arrangements. 857-4021
Marion Stahan (nee Bowker)
On Thursday, October 16, 2003 at 11:00 am, a graveside service will be held for Marion Stahan (Bowker), formerly of Portage la Prairie. The cremains of Marion will have final resting place alongside her husband Frank Stahan at Hillside Cemetery in Portage.
Marion died peacefully at Ottawa-Carleton Hospital, Ottawa, Ontario on May 13, 2003 in her 93rd year of fulfilled life. Her family was at her side. Marion was born
in England. Her family immigrated to Portage in 1927. Settling on a farm in Poplar Point, the family eventually moved to Portage where her father operated a butcher shop. Upon completion of school, Marion worked in Fuller’s Bakery. Marion and husband Frank relocated several times during their lifetime, living in Sudbury, Quebec City, Montreal, Ottawa and Toledo, Ohio, USA. Marion had a reputation for her knitting, sewing, and crocheting skills of which her handmade gifts were greatly admired. A full time homemaker during her child rearing years, Marion had a business career later in life as a box office manager for 15 years in an events area in Toledo. Marion was outgoing, enjoyed working with the public and meeting people. Upon retirement, she and husband Frank relocated to Ottawa. Sharing her joy of life and gracious offerings helping others are surviving sons Ralph (Elaine) of Stittsville, and Jay (Andrea) of Boston, USA; grandchildren Jaedra and Jaral of Boston; sister Lottie Brown of Portage and brother Jack of New Westminister, BC. Surviving nieces in Manitoba include Marion Lynn (Clark) Campbell of Portage la Prairie and Shirley Mickoski of Minnedosa. Friends and family are asked to gather at Hillside Cemetery, Portage la Prairie at 11:00 am. on October 16.
A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of Marion by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are assisting with the arrangements. 857-4021
May Porter (nee Carroll)
On Sunday, September 28, 2003 Gertrude May Porter, widow of the late Jim Porter, passed away peacefully with family by her side at the Douglas Campbell Lodge at the age of 83 years.
Born on August 14, 1920, daughter of Allan and Gertrude Carroll of rural Portage, May grew up on the family farm and attended Mount Pleasant School. After her schooling, she continued to work on the farm until her marriage on June 1st, 1943 to James Fairly (Jim) Porter. The couple then made their home in the City of Portage where they worked and raised their family.
In 1964, May went to work at the Portage Correctional Centre for Women where she would remain employed for 20 years. Among her other duties, she was instrumental in implementing a crafts program for the residents and upon her retirement in 1985, she was honoured with an Exemplary Service Medal for long and distinguished service in the corrections field. She was the first woman to receive this award.
After retirement, May went on several bus tours with a group of friends; she volunteered at the McKenzie Mission Thrift Shop and the Herman Prior Centre. She loved to play cards and belonged to a group of ladies that met weekly for many years. May was a lifelong member of the Ruth Rebekah Lodge.
After Jim’s death in 1991, May moved to the Oddfellows Towers where she was active on the Recreation Committee for several years. In October of 2002, she moved to the Douglas Campbell Lodge where she has spent the last year in the excellent care of the staff there.
May is survived by her daughter Elaine and son-in-law Rusty Rutherford; son Earl and daughter-in-law Terrie Porter; and grandchildren Mathew and Cole Porter, all of Portage la Prairie.
Predeceased by brothers Oscar, Roy and Bob Carroll and sisters-in-law Clara and Edna Carroll, May is also survived by one brother J.D. Carroll, sister-in-law Mae Carroll and brother-in-law Don Gray, all of Portage la Prairie as well as many nieces and nephews.
Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, October 1, 2003 at McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel at 2:00 pm with Rev. Keith Boughton officiating. Interment is to follow at Evergreen Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in May’s memory to Douglas Campbell Lodge Foundation, c/o Portage District General Hospital Foundation, 150 9th Street SE,
Portage la Prairie, MB
R1N 3T6.
A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of May by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are entrusted with the arrangements. 857-4021
Calvin William Harvey
1924 – 2003
Peacefully on Saturday, September 27, 2003 Cal Harvey beloved husband, father and Poppa passed away at the Health Sciences Centre, Winnipeg..
Cal leaves to mourn, his beloved wife Helen of Winnipeg; daughters Bonnie (Gordie) Gadway of Portage la Prairie and Marsha (Terry) Adcock of Calgary; and his very special grandchildren Christopher, Tara (Brad), Tracy and Leslie.
He is also survived by his brothers Vernon (Rene), Bob (Stephanie), sister Isobel (Norman) Hyorth, sisters-in-law Marion (Jim) Wood, Jean Common, Sherri Common and brother-in-law John (Elaine) Common. He was a special “Uncle Cap” to several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother and sister-in-law Fred and Francis Harvey and brothers-in-law Lorne and Murray Common.
Cal was born
June 27, 1924 in Antler, Saskatchewan. In his early teens the family moved to the Bradwardine area. He served his country in the Second World War in the Royal Canadian Navy aboard the battleship Gattineau. In October 1947 he married
Helen his devoted wife of 57 years. Throughout his working career he was employed as a grain buyer for Manitoba Pool Elevators and a field representative for Manitoba Sugar Company. His jobs took him to several small communities throughout the province. He retired from the Manitoba Sugar Co. in 1989. Cal was a member of the St. James Royal Canadian Legion.
In his younger years he enjoyed curling, fishing, golf and baseball. One of his proudest moments was in June 2000 when he was inducted into the Manitoba Baseball Hall of Fame with the McConnell team.
His pride and joy were his four grandchildren. He was their very special “Poppa”. One of his favorite pastimes was fishing with his grandson Christopher.
Cremation has taken place and the funeral will be held on Thursday, October 2, 2003 at 2:00 pm at McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel, Portage la Prairie, with Rev. Ross Taylor officiating.
As expressions of sympathy, if friends so wish, donations may be made in Cal’s memory to Kidney Foundation of Canada – Manitoba Branch, 200 – 55 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 1L8.
A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of Calby McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are entrusted with the arrangements. 857-4021
Ila Bell Owens (nee Sampson )
It is with great sadness that the family of Ila Bell Owens announces her death on Friday, September 19, 2003 at the Portage District General Hospital.
Raised in Glenboro MB, she was the third eldest in a family of seven children. She was predeceased by her husband Harvey; sisters Lola and Nita and brother Dolph.
She trained as a Registered Nurse at the Brandon General Hospital, graduating in 1928, just prior to the depression. She did what was called “private duty nursing” in homes in southern Manitoba. This, through sheer necessity, involved delivering babies and giving care that she often remarked, was far beyond what she had been trained to do. She was employed in the Glenboro General Practitioner’s Office and in the small community hospital of Deloraine before striking out for “greener pastures” at the West Coast.
As jobs were scarce, she took a hospital nursing position in the remote logging community of Port Alice on the northwest coast of Vancouver Island.
At that time, this isolated village was only accessible by the small supply boats that plied the rough, and many times treacherous waters of the Pacific. One of her duties was to accompany patients being transferred to Vancouver via these same small crafts, the most famous of which was the Good Ship Maquinna. Despite the dangers of the open sea, she claimed the recess from the isolation, made these journeys ones she relished.
She returned to Glenboro to care for an ailing mother and in 1935, destiny decreed that she spend the remainder of her life in Portage la Prairie. She met her husband Harvey Hunter Owens that summer at a dance in Gladstone which she attended with her lifelong nursing friend, Robena Campbell. Her life in Portage gave her the opportunity to raise a family and to touch the lives of many individuals in this community. Some are gone now, and some will be reading this notice and will know that they helped to make her life such a happy one.
She will be remembered as “Gram”, the loving and the natural center of a large and extended family. Despite the many and varied needs of it’s members, she seemed always to have time to listen and nurture each member of this family individually. Her positive spirit, her laughter, her ability to continue to contribute to the well-being of others despite her age, will always be an inspiration to the family that adored her.
She is survived by her sisters Vivian McLeod, Vesta Douglas and Lorene Magnus; daughters Sherrill Collett, Arlene (Gary) Lamont and Heather (Bob) Sellars and grandchildren and their families; Patti (Dennis) with children Darren and Owen Nodrick, Kelly (Lou) with children Keegan and Bret Collett; Carol Ann Collett (Mike); Robert Bradley; Jill Bradley; Danny (Kathy) Bradley; Alison (Dave) with children Foster and Monroe Laycraft; John Arbuthnott Jr.; Marney (Scott) with children Braedan, Cole and Adam Young; and Andrew Abuthnott (Amy).
In keeping with Ila’s wishes, there will be no funeral service . The family gratefully declines flowers.
Ronald Edward Robson
On Friday, September 12, 2003 Ronald Edward Robson passed away in Portage la Prairie.
He was predeceased by his parents Herbert and Irma Robson. Ron leaves behind two children Lisa of Winnipeg and David of Sandy Bay, one grandchild of Winnipeg, sister Arlene (Gord) Dell of Portage la Prairie and brothers Keith (Mary) of Calgary and Doug of Portage la Prairie and their families along with aunts, uncles, cousins and special friends in Portage Bev Gale, Raymond Bernard, Bill Dirks and Dorothy Lowe.
Ron spent thirty years of his life driving taxi where he met many special people. He was an active participant in flea markets and found much pleasure in traveling around Manitoba to various flea markets and pow wows. He enjoyed watching all kinds of sports and having coffee with his friends. Ron will be remembered for his good sense of humor and his good natured ways.
In keeping with Ron’s wishes there will be no formal funeral service. For those who would like to share in remembering Ron, you are invited to a farewell lunch on Wednesday evening, September 17, 2003 at 7:00 pm at the Lion’s Den located south of Splash Island on Island Park. Interment will follow at about 8:00 pm
As expressions of sympathy, if friends so wish, donations may be made in Ron’s memory to Central Plains Cancer Care Services, 318 Saskatchewan Ave. E., Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 0K8.
A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of Ron by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are entrusted with the arrangements. 857-4021
Dale James Brown
Dale James Brown, formerly of Oakville MB, passed away suddenly on Friday, August 29, 2003 at the age of 54 years in Strathmore Alberta.
He will be lovingly remembered by Louise, his wife of thirty one years, his two children Mike (Nadean) and Connie (Duane) and three grandchildren Trae, Seth and Bailey. Dale also leaves behind his sister Ellen (Gil) Nicolas and her family all of Edmonton AB and sister Debbie (Eric) Murray and her family all of Portage la Prairie as well as several other nieces, nephews and cousins. Dale was predeceased by his parents Reuban and Margaret.
Dale will be greatly missed by all who knew him and will never be forgotten by anyone whose life he has touched.
A Graveside service will take place on Saturday, September 27, 2003 at Hillside Cemetery. Those wishing to attend may gather at the cemetery for a 1:00 pm committal.
As expressions of sympathy, if friends so wish, donations may be made in Dale’s memory to
A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of Dale by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are entrusted with the arrangements. 857-4021
Alec Fraser Cuthbert
It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Alec Fraser Cuthbert on Friday, September 19, 2003 at the age of 50 years.
He was predeceased by his father Fraser, mother Margaret and sister Sally. He is survived by his children Kyle (Erin) Cuthbert, Greig (Colleen) and grandson Cohan and Karalyn Cuthbert (Clifford Folmes) and their mother Mickey Cuthbert. He also leaves behind his sisters Barb (Doug) Painter of Portage la Prairie, Mary (Kelvin) Code of McCreary and brother Andrew Cuthbert of Brandon as well as many nieces, nephews and friends.
Alec loved the outdoors and was never happier than when he was sharing that with family and friends. We will forever miss him.
A private memorial service will be held.
As expressions of sympathy, if friends so wish, donations may be made in Alec’s memory to Canadian Cancer Society, 193 Sherbrook Street, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 2B7.
A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of Alec
by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are entrusted with the arrangements. 857-4021
Doreen Lewadniuk
(nee Finlay)
With family by her side Doreen Lewadniuk passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2003 at the Health Sciences Centre, Winnipeg MB at the age 66 years.
Predeceased by her husband Bill, parents Earl and Ione and brother Clifford, Doreen leaves to mourn her passing her three children Blaine (Gabe), Allan and Shirley (friend Neil); grandchildren Billy, Kelly, Carly, Tyson, Aaron and Travis; sisters-in-law Mary Peterson (Ken) and Sonia Lewadniuk; brothers Ramond (Marg), Roy (Pauline), Lloyd (Ideko), David, Fred (Cory) and Ed (Barb); sisters Elle (Frank) Duhame, Ruth Jacobs, Delinor (Jim) Brown along with numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Doreen was born
on January 21, 1936 in Portage la Prairie. She was the oldest daughter of 11 children. She grew up on a family farm in the Gainsborough District. Doreen worked at Pragnells bakery where she met her husband Bill. They were married
in 1958 and raised their three children on a farm north of Portage. She worked for several years at Stylerite and the Portage Westward Inn. She was a devoted wife and mother and will be missed dearly by all of her family and friends.
In keeping with her wishes, a private service will be held. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Doreen’s memory to Canadian Cancer Society, 193 Sherbrook Street, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 2B7.
A special thankyou to the doctors and staff of the Health Sciences Centre Unit GA4 for their wonderful care.
A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of Doreen by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are entrusted with the arrangements. 857-4021
Darwin Cleo Schrader
With great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Darwin Cleo Scrader on Saturday, September 20, 2003 at Portage la Prairie at the age of 44 years.
Predeceased by his brother Kenneth, Darwin leaves behind his two sons Curtis and Braden both of Oakville MB, the mother of his sons Jennifer Schrader of Oakville MB, special friend Linda Olfrey of Carman MB, parents Cleo and Yvonne Schrader of Forget Sask., siblings Keith (Linda) of Regina Sask, Craig (Cathy) of Winnipeg MB, Marty of Carstairs AB, Randy (Donna) of Prince Albert Sask., Leslie (Brenda) of Estevan Sask., Liane (Bill) McKenzie of Weyburn Sask, Laurie Mayes of Regina Sask, and Bonnie (Ray) Johner of Balgonie Sask along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Darwin was born
in Filmore Sask on May 18, 1959. He spent his growing up years in Forget Sask and attended high school in Stoughton Sask. Darwin not only loved hockey but was fairly good at playing the sport in his younger years. For over twenty years, he was employed at the Portage Ford/New Holland Dealership as parts manager.
Darwin found pleasure in being with his family and they appreciated his great sense of humor. Darwin was a very loving and patient father and his main focus and enjoyment in life were his two sons and time spent with them.
Memorial Service will be held in Portage la Prairie on Tuesday, September 23, 2003 at 2:00 pm at St. Mary’s la Prairie Anglican Church with The Rev. Norman Collier officiating. A Memorial Service in Forget Sask will be held at Our Lady of La Salette Church on Friday, September 26, 2003 at 11:00 am with celebrant Father Joachim Tyrtania. Interment is to follow at the family plot in the Forget Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, if friends so wish, donations may be made in Darwin’s memory to Canadian Cancer Society, 193 Sherbrook Street, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 2B7.
A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of Darwin by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are entrusted with the arrangements. 857-4021
Christine Ann Unrau (nee Brockie)
On Monday, December 08, 2003 at the Edmonton General Continuing Care Centre, Edmonton Alberta, Christine Ann Unrau, formerly of Portage, passed away at the age of 65 years. She was predeceased by her parents George and Janet Brockie. She leaves to cherish her memory her husband Jake of Edmonton, son Garth (Sandra) with grandchildren Christopher, Thomas, Emily and Sarah all of Weyburn Saskatchewan, son Wesley (Laura) with granddaughter Tana (Jeff) and great granddaughter Isabella and grandson Tyler all of Fort McMurray AB, daughter Janice of Edmonton, brother John (Jean) Brockie of Edmonton along with numerous sisters- and brothers-in-law and nieces and nephews. Christine was born
and raised in Portage la Prairie MB. Christine and Jake lived in Weyburn for 20 years with their family before moving to Edmonton in 1989. It was in Weyburn that Christine was very involved as secretary of the CUPE Local 600-01, leader with Girl Guides, member of the Presbyterian Evening Guild and of the Ladies Skating Club. In Edmonton she enjoyed being a member of the Edmonton Eskimos Fan Club. Christine found pleaure in knitting, reading, watching football and hockey games on TV and visiting with family and friends. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2003 at McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel, Portage la Prairie, Manitoba at 2:00pm with Neil Ronald officiating. Interment is to follow at Hillside Cemetery, Portage la Prairie. As expressions of sympathy, if friends so wish, donations may be made in Christine’s memory to SPCA - Winnipeg Humane Society 5 Kent Street, Winnipeg, MB R2L 1X3 or Humane Society of Canada, Box 363 11215 Jasper Ave., Edmonton, AB T5K 0L5. A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of Christine by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are entrusted with the arrangements. 857-4021 www.mckenziesportagefuneralchapel.com
Raymond “Daniel” Schneck
Peacefully on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 with friends at his side, Dan Schneck passed away at the age of 54 years at the Portage District General Hospital. He leaves behind his mother Mary Olson of New Westminister, brother Jimmy Schneck of Brandon, sister Maryann Strewins and a niece and nephew all of New Westminister and a host of friends all across Canada. He will be fondly remembered by the many good friends he made in Manitoba over the past 6 years who especially enjoyed his wit and good humor. Dan was employed at various places including Paragon, E F Moon Construction and was self employed at the time of his death. Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2003 at 11:00 am at McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel with The Rev. Norman Collier officiating. Interment is to follow at Oakville Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, if friends so wish, donations may be made in Dan’s memory to Addictions Foundation of Manitoba, 3rd Floor, 1031 Portage Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3G 0R8. A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of Dan by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are entrusted with the arrangements. 857-4021
Arthur Meeches
Peacefully and surrounded by love, Arthur Meeches of Long Plain passed away at the age of 70 years at the Winnipeg Health Sciences Centre on Sunday, December 7, 2003. Arthur was born
February 19, 1933 at Long Plain to the late Archie and Jean Meeches. He attended the Indian Residential School in Brandon, Manitoba and later graduated from the Red River Community College in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Arthur signed up for military service. He served in Korea from 1951 to 1952 with the 1st Battalion Princess Patricia Canadian Light Infantry’s Air Borne Unit. He was honourably discharged as a private in 1954. Because of his participation in the war, he was asked to teach survival training to high school students and cadets in Portage, Winnipeg and B.C. from 1962-1963. He then spent 5 years working for the Department of Indian Affairs (The Pas District). He was the first aboriginal to work as an Indian Agent in Manitoba. He held many and varied positions in his life’s employment. Most noted as a bookkeeper. He was fortunate enough to have worked as a Band Administrator for both Long Plain and Dakota Plains. “Uncle Art” as he was often called was known for his generosity and good humor. He spent many hours looking after his yard and doing odd jobs. He was predeceased by parents Archie and Jean; his siblings Louisa, Robert, Edward and Gilbert; his wife Dorothy; daughters (baby girl) Mildred, Mavis and Janice and grandson Nathaniel. Left to mourn his passing are sister Daisy, brother Wallace (Evelyn); his children Robert, Cynthia, Brent (Tina), Jamie (Lesley) and Cathy-Kit-Kat. Also his second wife Brenda Myran mother of his children Carolyn (Jason), Naomi, and Amanda (Farrell). He was the grandfather of 17 and the great grandfather of 2. He will be missed by many friends and relatives. Wake will be held on Thursday, December 11, 2003 at Long Plain Spirit Lodge at 6 pm with the Funeral Service on Friday, December 12 , 2003 at 1:30 pm. A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of Art by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are entrusted with the arrangements.
Patrick "Pat" Edward Beaulieu
On December 7, 2003, after a courageous battle with cancer, Pat Beaulieu passed away at the age of 70 with his family and friends at his side. Prayers will be held at McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel, 56 Royal Road S., Portage la Prairie at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 9, 2003. Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. at Good Shepherd Roman Catholic Church, 1125 Saskatchewan Ave. E., Portage la Prairie with Celebrant Father Michael Wollbaum. Loving husband of Lea for 47 years and beloved father of Diane Beaulieu-Minary (Scott) and Paul (Sandi). Cherished grandfather to Jean-Luc Beaulieu and Alexa and Karisa Minary. Also survived by his sisters Hermance, Lilianne, Lina and Yvette (Gille). Predeceased by his parents Alphonse and Marie-Ange Beaulieu, sister Antonia and brothers Leopold, Albert, Leonard and Armand. Born in St. Quentin, New Brunswick December of 1932 -he was the 7th of 10 children. Pat left New Brunswick at age 17 travelling across the country to eventually settle in Manitoba. In 1955 Pat met his future wife Lea Gour whom he married
in 1956. They moved to Churchill where Pat worked for Transair as a mechanic and flight engineer. In early 1962 Pat and Lea moved to Winnipeg and soon after welcomed their daughter Diane. Pat and Lea eventually moved to Portage la Prairie in 1963 and Pat set up Pat's Aviation at the flying club. He enjoyed repairing and flying small aircraft during this time. In 1969, Pat and Lea welcomed their son Paul into the world. Pat continued to operate the aircraft repair shop for 15 years until 1977, when he opened a welding shop on Saskatchewan Avenue which eventually became Pat's Yamaha. They successfully operated Pat's Yamaha for 25 years until their retirement in November of 2002. Fortunately, prior to retirement, Pat and Lea had the opportunity to travel extensively from Europe to Japan. Pat was a member of the Knights of Columbus and a member of the Good Shepherd Parish. Pat made a lasting impression with everyone he met. He was dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his family. As expressions of sympathy, if friends so wish, donations may be made in Pat's memory to Central Plains Cancer Care Services, 318 Saskatchewan Ave. E., Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 0K8, or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba, Portage Office, c/o Catherine Newham, 103 Wilkinson Crescent, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 1A7 or Good Shepherd Parish Building Fund, 115 Countess Ave., Portage la Prairie, Manitoba R1N 0T2. A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of Pat by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are entrusted with the arrangements.
Grace Ann Palendat (nee Moore)
With her family at her side, Grace Ann Palendat passed away on Saturday, December 06, 2003 at the age of 69 years. Predeceased by her husband Camille and parents Ernest and Hilda Moore, Grace will be lovingly remembered by her husband Ray Edwards; daughter Debbie with grandchildren Donnalee and Chris; son Danny (Samantha) with grandchildren Tessa and Sophia; daughter Wendy with grandson Cole; son Donald (Kim) with grandsons Bruce and Jeffrey; and daughter Cynthia. She will also be remembered by her sisters Helen (Mickey) Bloos of Regina Sask and Marylou (Harvey) Anderson of Surrey BC and brother Les (Pat) Moore of Regina Sask along with nieces and nephews and their families. Grace was born
on November 9, 1934 in Redvers Saskatchewan. She was a natural caregiver and shared this gift raising her five children and with others vocationally. Grace enjoyed numerous recreational activities such as bowling, clogging, golf and bingo. and found creative expression through crocheting, ceramics, drawing and music. She loved wintering in Apache Junction, Arizona and was proud to be a snowbird and a member of the Can/Am golfers group. Grace will be missed for her candidness and warm sense of humor. Memorial Service will be held on Friday, December 12, 2003 at 1:30 pm at McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel with Wilma Shirriff officiating. As expressions of sympathy, if friends so wish, donations may be made in Grace’s memory to Canadian Cancer Society, 193 Sherbrook Street, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 2B7 or Central Plains Cancer Care Services, 318 Saskatchewan Ave. E., Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 0K8. A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of Grace by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are entrusted with the arrangements.
