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FLEMING: William "Bill" Fleming, beloved husband of Audrey of Brandon, passed away peacefully at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Monday, April 30, 2007 at the age of 82 years. Bill was born on December 17, 1924 in Brandon, Manitoba, son of Walter and Mary. He remained in Brandon until the age of 17 when he joined the Air Force and went overseas from 1941-1946. Upon his return to Canada, Bill worked out west on a seismic crew for a while, then decided to return home to Brandon. In 1954, Bill was united in marriage to Audrey Wright. The couple, along with two sets of twins, farmed for several years in the Westman region. On their return to the city, Bill worked as a milkman, was in the catering service and then a city bus driver until his retirement. Although Bill had many interests, his passion was music. He played several instruments and enjoyed entertaining others. Bill and Audrey celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary on October 10, 2004. Bill was predeceased by his parents, great granddaughter, Taylor Fleming, brother-in-law, Leonard Wright and sister-in-law, Evelyn Collett. He leaves to mourn his passing, and celebrate his life, his loving wife, Audrey; three sons and a daughter: Dan (Kim) Mitchell, Bryan, Krissy, Jamie and Cassie; Ron (Brenda), Billy Joe, Jesse and Luke; David, Mark and Matthew; Diane, Stacy and seven great grandchildren
. Also surviving is a sister, Audrey (Don) Simpson, brother-in-law, Glen (Olive) Wright as well as numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at the Brockie Donovan Chapel, 332-8th Street, on Tuesday, May 8, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Ted Jannuska of Redeemer Lutheran Church officiating. If friends wish, donations, in memory of Bill, may be made to the CNIB, 354-10th Street, Brandon, MB R7A 4G1 or the BRHC Foundation (Palliative Care), 150 McTavish Avenue East, Brandon, MB R7A 2B3.
FLOYD: Mrs. Carolyn May Floyd of Brandon, formerly of Thunder Bay, Ontario, dear mother of Juli Finlay, Shannon (Phil) Vickers and Heidi (Cory) Hamm, grandmother of Jessica and Sarah Vickers and sister of John Crittall, passed away peacefully at the Assiniboine Centre on Wednesday, April 4, 2007 at the age of 65 years. A memorial service will be held at Trinity United Church, 1515-6th Street, on Monday, April 9, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. John Nesbitt officiating. Interment will follow in Thunder Bay, Ontario in May of 2007. In lieu of flowers, if friends desire, donations in memory of Carolyn may be made to W.A.T.C.H. Westman Hospice, Unit M, 435 Rosser Avenue, Brandon, MB R7A 6S2.
FORSTER: Ruth (née Cranston). We regret to announce the passing of Ruth Forster peacefully on Friday, March 9, 2007 at the Hillcrest Personal Care Home in Brandon in her 93rd year. She was predeceased by her parents, her husband Reg, and by 6 sisters and 5 brothers. She is survived by one brother, Clifford (Eunice) of Winnipeg and one sister-in-law, Ruth of Edmonton, and several nieces and nephews and their families. Ruth was born in Brandon on October 31, 1914. She was educated in Brandon and resided most of her married life in Melita and latterly Brandon. She enjoyed many happy winters in Mesa, Arizona. At her request, cremation has taken place and no funeral service will be held. Burial will take place in the Brandon Cemetery.
FAWCETT: Margaret Anne (Marguerite, Marge) passed away suddenly and peacefully at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on January 5, 2007 at age 88. Marguerite was born in Acadieville, New Brunswick on July 23,1918 during a severe thunderstorm. She was the sixth child of fourteen children born to Marie Agnes and Frederic Daigle. Mom grew up and was educated in the Miramichi Region. Marguerite was a gifted child and could read French and English prior to starting school. She was an excellent student and was often at the head of the class. She was also an avid reader and loved to read as many books as she could get her hands on. Mom’s faith was an important part of her upbringing. Marguerite grew up in a home filled with love, laughter, and music, singing and dancing. She helped her mother with the care of her younger siblings, especially her youngest twin sisters, Maria & Eva. Mom worked as a maid or childcare worker after leaving home at 19. She learned to speak English during this time. Mom moved to Moncton and worked as a waitress during the final years of World War II. This was where she first met her future husband, Stanley Ray. After a move to Montreal, Quebec to work, she reunited with Dad. They were married in Ottawa, Ontario on August 31, 1946. Their early-married life was spent in the Ottawa area. Their first four children, Sharron, Patrick, Carole and Daniel, were born prior to Ray’s enlistment in the Army in 1950. There were six postings throughout Canada in Dad’s military career. Two more children, Paul and Shawn, were born during their first two postings. Mom was a very strong and versatile woman, able to cope and adapt with all these changes in her life. Over the years and through all the moves she maintained her love of life and family, friends, her faith and her wonderful sense of humor and feistiness. Mom was a very special Lady. She could find humor in just about every situation. She was noted for her quick wit and a joy to be around. Mom also had the gift of gab and could speak on just about any subject with knowledge she learned from the many books she read. She also had the special knack to stop and take the time to listen to anyone who needed advice or counsel. Mom had the gift of being a friend or surrogate Mom to many people, young and old. She instilled self-confidence and self worth in all her children and grandchildren. Mom and Dad were extremely proud of their six children and nine grandchildren and all their accomplishments. Whenever possible there were many visits to see family. There were many road trips across Canada; many included camping along the way. One of her last trips was with Dad, traveling to The Big Valley Jamboree in Saskatchewan, camping in the back of their van. During their later years as their health was failing, Dad enjoyed looking after Mom and treating her like a Queen. Family and friends affectionately knew her as Her Royal Highness. Dad was Stan The Butler, and looked after Mom until his death. Now Mom, Her Royal Highness will be reunited with her Stan The Butler. Son, Paul continued looking after Mom in her home until her peaceful death. Margaret will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed by her family and many dear friends. Margaret was predeceased by husband of 59 years, Stanley Ray, parents Marie Agnes and Frederic Daigle, 7 brothers and 4 sisters. Dearly missed by daughter Sharron (Fred) Sluiter & grandsons Andrew & Jeffery, son Patrick (Thuy), daughter Carole (Melvin) Black & granddaughter Ashley, grandsons Justin & Greg, son Dr Daniel (Dr Maria), & grandson Joseph, son Paul, son Shawn (Jackie), & granddaughters Mikayla & Mackenzie, grandson Drew, sisters Flavie Pineau, Maria Légère, numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Celebration of Life Service was held January 10, 2007 at the Brockie Donovan Chapel with Canon Joy Ruddock officiating. Pallbearers were son-in-law and grandsons Melvin, Justin, Greg Black, and brother-in-law Frank Black. Interment followed in her husband’s plot in the Veterans’ Section of the Brandon Cemetery. The family wishes to thank the staff of 400 at the Brandon Regional Health Centre, Dr. S. J. Duncan for all their care and kindness to Margaret. In lieu of flowers, donations, in memory of Margaret Anne, may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Unit 3-824-18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 5B7, or the Manitoba Lung Association, 8-940 Princess Ave., Brandon, MB, R7A 0P6 or a charity of your choice.
FLEMINGTON: Harold David Flemington passed away at Hillcrest Place, on Friday, January 5, 2007. Harold was born to Ella Greenlay and Charles Flemington at NE Sec. 33-5-27 in the Albert Municipality on September 25, 1920. He was the youngest in the family, having four sisters and two brothers: Muriel and Jack Davidson, Walter, Julia and Andy Johnson, Mildred and Frank Cooper, Evelyn and Don Drake and John and Dora. Harold’s parents, brothers, sisters and spouses predeceased him. He was the last of that generation. Harold loved watching sports, playing crokinole and reading his bible. He went to Bible School. He worked at home and for farmers. Harold also worked for 18 years at Shilo, in the janitorial department. He spent the last four years in Hillcrest Place, with care and kindness, upholding and supporting him all the way. Harold leaves behind nieces and nephews, Donna and John Howden and family, Lloyd Flemington, Gary and Faith Johnson, Florence and Lloyd Mallet, Marie and Rinus Bergman-Flemington and Al and Joyce Cooper, as well as many, many nieces and nephews and family spread across Canada and The Netherlands. The funeral service was held at the Brockie Donovan Chapel on Thursday, January 11, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Mike Davis of Bethel Christian Assembly officiating. Pallbearers were Lloyd Flemington, John Howden, Gary Johnson, Brad Howden, Dick Jones, Donna Howden and Danny Cooper. Interment followed at the Brandon Cemetery. Donations, in memory of Harold, may be made to The Gideons Brandon Camp, P.O. Box 20060, Brandon, MB, R7A 5Y8 or to Hillcrest Place, 930-26th Street, Brandon, MB, R7B 2B8.
FAIRBAIRN: It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our beloved Mother, Darlene Fairbairn, who passed away on June 7th, 2008 after a long and courageous struggle with MS. Surviving to cherish her memory are her daughters and sons-in-law Robyn and Rick McGowan and Marni and Travis Loewen. As well as her cherished grandchildren Brielle and Braedyn McGowan, by her brother Lloyd Shelvey and Rev. Steve Wilson, sister Diane Powell, nieces Stacey, Jodi and Nicole Powell, by a large extended family and many friends, and not to forget, her best cat Ruff. Darlene was predeceased by her husband of 32 years Calvin Fairbairn in 2005, her parents Bert and Kay Shelvey, her infant brother Albert Murray and her brothers-in-law Garth Powell and Darrel Forke. Darlene was born September 16th, 1952 in Brandon, MB and grew up on the family farm in the R.M. of Elton. She received her formal education at Mt. Vernon and Elton School where she loved to socialize and met many life long friends, especially Shirley. She later worked at Fedoruks Groceries where she met her lifetime companion. Calvin and Darlene married June 30th, 1973. They continued to live in Brandon where they raised their children Robyn and Marni. Darlene loved being a mother, and enjoyed doing the simple things in life with her husband and daughters. She liked to cheer on Cal's baseball team, play bingo, go fishing, and she welcomed all to her home and greatly enjoyed just hanging around the kitchen table chatting with the girls. Mom was our best friend. Darlene also took great pride in being a grandmother. Her love for Brielle and Braedyn gave her more strength in fighting MS. She loved watching them grow and sharing ice cream cones with them along the way. Darlene was diagnosed with MS about ten years ago. She continued her journey with courage and hope. As her disease progressed, she became more dependent and appreciative of the care she received from her family and her home care workers. Her cheery "I'm fine", encouraged all to reflect positively upon, and to accept life's blessings. A celebration of Darlene's life will be held at the Brockie Donovan Chapel, 332-8th Street, on Friday, June 13th, 2008 at 2:30 p.m. followed by interment in the family plot at Humesville Cemetery. Donations in her honour may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 203-1570-18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 5C5 or to the charity of your choice.
FIELDS: Mr. Lance Edward Fields. June 4th, 1917 – May 6th, 2009. Also known as "Gracie" and "Uncle Bill". Lance passed away at the Souris Hospital on Wednesday, May 6th at the age of 91 years. He was the youngest son born to George and Nancy Fields in Alexander, MB. He was predeceased by his father George, his mother Nancy, his brother Welly and his wife Betty, his brother Dick (Richard), his sister Nora and her husband Duncan Paige, and sister Mae and her husband Fin Pollock. Lance was also predeceased by niece Leona Harrison, nephew Jimmie Paige and great nephew Craig Beaumont. Lance is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Lance served with the Royal Winnipeg Rifles in England and Europe from 1940 – 1946. After the war he made his home in Souris until his passing. A graveside funeral for family and friends was held at the Alexander Cemetery
(the family plot) on Thursday, May 14th, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. with Bishop Marvin Beaumont officiating. In lieu of flowers, if friends desire, a donation may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
"We Will So Miss You"
FLEURY: Margaret Hilda Fleury of Maryfield, Saskatchewan, formerly of Brandon, beloved mother of Shirley Hayden, passed away peacefully at the Moosomin Regional Health Centre on Wednesday, December 31, 2008 at the age of 88 years. Prayers will be held for Margaret at the Brockie Donovan Chapel, 332-8th Street, on Tuesday, January 6, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Augustine’s Roman Catholic Church, 327-4th Street, on Wednesday, January 7, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Dominic Yuen as Celebrant. Interment will follow at the Brandon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Margaret may be made to the Brandon Humane Society, 2200-17th Street East, Brandon, MB, R7A 7M6 or the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Unit 3-824-18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 5B7. Complete obituary information to follow.
FERRIS: Thomas A. Ferris, born 25 July, 1917, passed away peacefully at Fairview Home on November 29, 2008. He was born and raised on his grandfather’s homestead at Camille near Holland, MB. His father was Lewis Ure Ferris and his mother was Annie Jeffrey. One of 14 siblings, he is survived by sisters Ellen Rutherford, Holland, MB, Elsie Murray, Moosejaw, SK and Dorothy Caslick, Red Deer, AB. Tom completed high school in Holland and during the depression went to Business College in Winnipeg. In 1941, he volunteered for Pilot Training in the RCAF. He trained on the prairies and was delayed obtaining his wings by an aircraft crash. Once operationally trained, he proceeded overseas for duties as a Sergeant Pilot on the Ventura aircraft assigned to Bomber Command. After his operational tour and a serious enemy attack incident, he was assigned back to Canada to train new Ventura aircrews in Penfield Ridge, NB. Before taking on these duties, he took the train back to Holland, MB to marry his one and only love, Mary Lunn Harrison. A small wartime wedding was followed by a train trip to Moncton, NB. Once the Ventura was phased out by heavier bombers, Tom conducted Air Transport duties throughout the Maritimes. In early 1946, Tom took his honourable discharge as a Commissioned Officer and they moved back to Holland. He was the first Anglo Canadian fuel distributor in Holland. In 1955, the family, now complete with two daughters and two sons, moved to Hayfield, MB and subsequently a VLA house on 22nd Street in Brandon. Tom took on administrative duties with Anglo Canadian which became Royalite Oil then Gulf Canada. Tom took early retirement from Gulf and along with Mary had a very productive retirement of community involvement. A gifted musician, Tom was a Barbershopper. Mary and Tom, who called themselves the Ferris Wheels, entertained many events especially activities at the Assiniboine Centre. Tom lost the love of his life Mary in Nov. 2003. He is survived by his children Lewis Arthur Ferris of Victoria, Janet Elizabeth Vermeulen (Harry), Winnipeg, Donald Thomas Ferris (Jeanne), Calgary and Norina Gail Martin (Dan), Coldwater, ON. He leaves grandchildren Tanya Newell, Harold Kevin Lepp, Tiera Ferris, Michael Thomas Martin, Katherine Martin, Jennifer Ferris and Thomas Ferris, and one great grandchild, Dexter Newell. The funeral service was held at the Knox United Church on Wednesday, December 3, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. David Cathcart officiating. A reception at the church followed the service. Interment was held at the Brookdale Cemetery, Holland, MB on Thursday, December 4, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. followed by a reception at the Holland Community Centre. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations may be made to the Knox United Church, 451-18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 5A9.
