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MARY DANCE
MARY M. DANCE (nee PERRAULT) Peacefully on Saturday, September 4, 2004, at the Concordia Hospital, at the age of 84 years. Mary was predeceased by her parents Joseph and Marie; her husband of 43 years, Bill; brothers and sisters, Larry, Joe, Raymond, Romeo, Harvey, Yvonne, Terry, Marion and Dora. She will be lovingly remembered by her son Bill (Pat); grandchildren
, Corey, Twila (Jeff), Leila (great-grandson Braeden); sister Irene; good friend and coffee partner, Bella; and all her friends at Columbus Villa where she resided for the last 15 years. Mary was always very sociable, meeting friends for coffee everyday, helping within Columbus Villa with activities (bingo, shuffleboard, cards and parties) - any activity she would volunteer her time and participate with great pride. She loved going to hear her favourite band play, and dancing to the tunes. She enjoyed playing bingo and picking berries out at the family cottage at Gull Lake, MB. Many a day was spent at the lake, assisting her in making her tasty perogies. Her grandchildren will always remember sitting in the gazebo at the cottage, playing card games all summer long with her. Special thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff of the Concordia Hospital for their care, kindness and understanding. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society or to the charity of one's choice. A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 10 at 1:00 p.m. at Transcona Funeral Chapel, 1800 Day St. Transcona Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements.
FREDERICK DAVIES
FREDERICK THOMAS DAVIES Peacefully on September 4, 2004, Fred passed away at home. Fred will be fondly remembered by his wife Winnifred; daughters, Catherine and Karen and his grandsons. Fred retired from the City of Winnipeg, Machine Shops after 42 years of service. According to Fred's wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held. Friends may give gifts of remembrance to charities of their choice. "Peace and Love" Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE 885-9715 Family and friends are invited to sign the Book of Condolence at www.chapellawn.mb.ca
OLGA DROHOMERESKI
OLGA DROHOMERESKI (nee CHREPTYK) Peacefully, on Saturday, September 4, 2004 at the Gimli Community Health Center, Olga Drohomereski, aged 91 years, of Winnipeg Beach, MB. Left to mourn her death is her son Richard (Gail); daughter Eve Anderson; daughter-in-law Ellen Drohomereski; grandchildren, Krystal (Kristjan) Isfeld, Debbie (Brad) Wood, Darlene (Dale) Nelson, Grant (Debby) Anderson, Lyle (Sharon) Anderson; 12 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Olga was predeceased by her parents, Elias and Ambrosia; husband Bill (William); son Murray; son-in-law Alex; great-grandson Adam; brothers, Mike, Tony, Steve, and John; sisters, Mary, Anne, Frances, and Natalie. Olga was born
in 1913 in Pleasant Home, MB. She was married to Bill on November 1, 1936. They farmed the Drohomereski homestead at Pleasant Home until 1947 when they moved to Winnipeg Beach, MB. In 1949 Bill and Olga opened up William's Snack Bar. With the closing of the Beach Attractions, Olga's interests took her to working at the Gimli Airport, Winnipeg Beach Drug Store, and the Viking restaurant. Ba Ba enjoyed gardening, sewing, cooking and her family. We will remember her love, kindness and generosity. She was deeply loved by her family and friends and will be sadly missed by all. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial service will be held at the Gilbart Funeral Chapel in Gimli on Friday, September 10 at 11:00 a.m. with Mr. Ray Demery officiating. Flowers are gratefully declined and a memorial donation may be made to the Gimli Community Health Center building fund, Gimli, MB. A special thanks to Dr. R.C. Patel, nurses and health care aids for the excellent care given to our mother and grandmother, during her stay at the Gimli Hospital. Gilbart Funeral Home, Gimli in care of arrangements.
ELEANOR DROMBERG
ELEANOR DROMBERG On September 5, 2004 at her residence with her family and friends by her side Eleanor Dromberg passed away. She was born
in Winnipeg, MB October 15, 1956. Eleanor was predeceased by her parents, Roger and Olive Arnould; Uncle Chuck Dunham; and great-niece Katelynn Rhoden. Eleanor will be lovingly remembered by her husband Henri; sons, Ryan and Paul; Paul's special friend Kyra; sisters, Madeline, Geraldine and Darlene; brothers, Dennis and Larry; brothers-in-law, Gerald and Darwyn; sisters-in-law, Georgette and Cheryl; nieces and nephews, Lori, Charlie, Christine, Linda, Roger, Glen, Denyse, Darla, Rob, Becki and Mary Ellen; and brother and sister-in-law, Hank and Jackie, Ari and Cheryl. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of Eleanor's life will be held at 7:00 p.m. Friday, September 10 at Bardal Funeral Home, 843 Sherbrook St. with a reception to follow. Interment will take place at a later date. Special thanks go to friends Joyce and Murielle, and to everyone who provided so much love, care and support. In lieu of flowers donation may be made to CancerCare Manitoba, ON109-675 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9. BARDAL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM 843 Sherbrook Street, 774-7474 Condolences: www.bardal.ca
STEVE FERENS
STEVE FERENS It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and dido. On Monday, September 6, 2004, after a short battle with cancer, Steve Ferens passed away at the Seven Oaks Hospital, at the age of 80. Steve will be deeply missed by his wife Irene of 47 years; and his sons, Bohdan, Ken, Brian (Halyna) and Michael. He will also be greatly missed by his grandsons, Derek, Trevin, Christopher, Nicholas and Adrian; and many other relatives and friends. Steve was predeceased by his father (1937), mother (1954), two brothers and three sisters. Steve was born
January 29, 1924, in the Sambir region of western Ukraine. In 1942, at the age of 17, Steve worked on a farm in Germany as a labourer for 11 years. It was during this time that Steve first began mastering his skills at cabinet making and general carpentry. In 1953, with the generous aid of his good friends Fiona Banas and Bill Sherburn, Steve immigrated to Winnipeg. A few years later, he met and married his wife Irene in 1957. Shortly after, he was blessed with his first son Bohdan, followed by Ken, Brian and Michael. Steve was employed at Dowse woodworking, where he continued his career as a cabinet maker, up until his retirement. He was also a member of Sts. Vladimir and Olga Cathedral and Institute Prosvita. Steve will always be remembered as a quiet, gentle unassuming man. He was a very dedicated family man and a very hard worker. He always placed his family first, always making time for his four sons, and was dedicated to all his grandsons. He excelled at cabinet making and over the years he built with much pride and love for his family and friends, all in his tiny one-car garage: many kitchen cabinets, living room furniture sets and bedroom suites. We'll all miss you, Dad, but we know you'll be watching us from heaven with your faint whistling. Special thanks to all our friends and family who came to visit our father, and who supported us through this terrible time. Prayers (panachyda) will be sung at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, September 9 at Korban Funeral Chapel, 907 Main St. Divine Liturgy will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, September 10 at Sts. Vladimir and Olga Cathedral, 115 McGregor St., with Rev. Michael Kouts and Rev. Deacon M. Woroby officiating. Interment to follow in All Saints Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully declined. In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, donations in Steve's memory may be made to CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3G 0S8. VICHNAYA PAMYAT KORBAN FUNERAL CHAPEL 956-2193
DAVID FITZNER
DAVID JOHN FITZNER January 12, 1967 - September 4, 2004 Our husband/father, son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend David John Fitzner, age 37, left us suddenly on September 4, 2004. A wake will be held on Wednesday, September 8, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the KeNaNow Community Centre in Wabowden. Funeral services, integration of Aboriginal and Christian teachings, will be held on Thursday, September 9 at 1:00 p.m. also in the KeNaNow Community Centre. Interment to follow in the Wabowden Cemetery. His time came too soon with unfulfilled dreams. David was the youngest son of Hilda and Frederick Fitzner Sr. (deceased), and young brother to his 15 brothers and sisters - he was our "baby brother". He was a hard worker with a strong work ethic - he was employed variously as a carpenter, fisherman, and heavy equipment operator with the forestry industry. He always made sure that he worked from the time he could start working. He loved hunting and fishing and has caught his share of moose, caribou, ducks and other game that he shared with his family and friends. He was called by his pet name "Duck" by siblings. He was a likable, thoughtful, witty, happy, and warm-hearted man. He was talented with singing and playing guitar and a wonderful handyman. David was raised in Wabowden and was a member of the Opaskwayak Cree Nation. Boardman/Northland Funeral Home in care of arrangements phone 778-7982 Thompson
KENNETH FORBES
KENNETH "KEN" ALLAN FORBES It is with deep regret that we announce the death of Ken Forbes on Sunday, September 5, 2004, at the Charleswood Care Centre at the age of 61 years. Ken's funeral service will be held on Friday, September 10 at 10:30 a.m. in Silver Heights United Church, 199 Garrioch Ave. at Mount Royal Road. A longer obituary notice will appear in Thursday's newspaper edition. WOJCIK'S ALL BELIEFS & FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665
VIOLET FREEMAN
VIOLET EMMA FREEMAN On September 6, 2004 at Victoria Hospital, with family by her side, Emma passed away peacefully, widow of Aubrey. A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 10 at 12:30 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave., followed by a reception at Fort Rouge Legion, 426 Osborne St. Full obituary to follow. Chapel Lawn Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
DENISE GABRIEL
DENISE ANNE GABRIEL Tragically Denise was taken from us along with her common-law husband Darryl Traverse and her two sons, Sky and Jaden September 2, 2004 in Ashern, MB. Denise Anne Gabriel was born
on December 5, 1978 in Winnipeg, MB. Sky Quentin Darryl Traverse was born
on December 14, 1999. Jaden Joseph Warren Gabriel was born
on January 17, 2002 in Winnipeg. Denise and her sons are survived by her parents and grandparents, Lorna and Bill Paul; father and grandfather Denis Houle; brother-uncle Quentin; sisters-aunts, Kathy (Frank), Francine and Antonia; nieces-cousins, Jasmine and Emma; nephews-cousins, Marcel, Frank and Jesse. Wake services will be held on Wednesday, September 8 and Thursday, September 9 at the residence of Lorna and Bill Paul at Lake Manitoba First Nation. Prayer service at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 8. Funeral service will be held on Friday, September 10 at 2:00 p.m. in the Lake Manitoba School Gymnasium with Fr. Norberto Monton and Pastor Bill Watson officiating. Interment to follow in the Lake Manitoba Reserve Cemetery. ARRANGEMENTS BY: ARNASON FUNERAL HOMES LTD. ASHERN - LUNDAR (204) 768-2072
JADEN GABRIEL
JADEN JOSEPH WARREN GABRIEL Tragically Denise was taken from us along with her common-law husband Darryl Traverse and her two sons, Sky and Jaden September 2, 2004 in Ashern, MB. Denise Anne Gabriel was born
on December 5, 1978 in Winnipeg, MB. Sky Quentin Darryl Traverse was born
on December 14, 1999. Jaden Joseph Warren Gabriel was born
on January 17, 2002 in Winnipeg. Denise and her sons are survived by her parents and grandparents, Lorna and Bill Paul; father and grandfather Denis Houle; brother-uncle Quentin; sisters-aunts, Kathy (Frank), Francine and Antonia; nieces-cousins, Jasmine and Emma; nephews-cousins, Marcel, Frank and Jesse. Wake services will be held on Wednesday, September 8 and Thursday, September 9 at the residence of Lorna and Bill Paul at Lake Manitoba First Nation. Prayer service at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 8. Funeral service will be held on Friday, September 10 at 2:00 p.m. in the Lake Manitoba School Gymnasium with Fr. Norberto Monton and Pastor Bill Watson officiating. Interment to follow in the Lake Manitoba Reserve Cemetery. ARRANGEMENTS BY: ARNASON FUNERAL HOMES LTD. ASHERN - LUNDAR (204) 768-2072
MALCOLM GILLIES
MALCOLM "MAC" GILLIES It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our father and grandfather, at age 93 on September 6, 2004 at the Swan River Valley Personal Care Home. Mac was born
February 16, 1911 at Lenore, MB, the eldest son of Donald and Ellen Jane Alexander. He received his education at Lenore Consolidated School. He also attended Brandon College where he received his science degree from McMaster University (affiliated with Brandon) in 1936. Further studies were taken at the Navigation School at Saskatoon where he graduated as a Flying Officer. Mac spent 41 years working in education for the Province of Manitoba, first as a teacher for 25 years in rural schools at Lothair and Grainsby (near Dropmore) where he boarded at the Warldes and met his wife Lucy Edith. After teaching several years at Russell Collegiate, Mac and Lucy were married in 1938 and moved to Transcona where he taught in the collegiate for 19 years. Mac was then appointed Inspector of Schools for northern Manitoba with headquarters at The Pas for four years. He served schools at The Pas, Flin Flon, Lynn Lake, Snow Lake, and schools along the Hudson Bay Line and often flew into many remote communities. He was involved in starting the first school at Thompson in a three bedroom house. From The Pas, Mac was transferred to Midland and Portage la Prairie School Division with headquarters at Carman, MB where he served as Inspector of Schools for a further 16 years. Mac will long be remembered for his kindly and helping spirit towards his teachers and pupils. He was always positive in helping them in their work and studies. Upon retirement in 1973, Mac and Lucy spent 15 enjoyable winters at the Pine to Palm Trailer Park at Weslaco, TX in their mobile home on Crocus Street. Mac, throughout his life took a very active interest in community affairs, serving on church boards, park boards, and community clubs. He was Grand Master of the Masonic Lodge in Carman in 1967. He was an avid golfer, curler, baseball player. He enjoyed gardening as a hobby both in Texas and Manitoba and always being very generous to his friends and relatives when it came to harvesting his vegetables, flowers and fruit. Mac was predeceased by his wife Lucy in 2001; his oldest son Kenneth Malcolm at the age of 12 with a brain tumour; his parents, Donald Gillies and Ellen Jane Alexander; five brothers and one sister. Surviving are his sister Donna Johnstone; son Boyd and his wife Emily; grandchildren, David (Marsha) and Erin (T.J.); plus many nieces, nephews and cousins. Mac will long be remembered by his family and friends as a man of generous spirit, happy philosophy and caring approach to all he touched in the community, schools and church. Mac and Lucy spent their twilight years in their new condominium at Fred Douglas Place in Suite 1201. Here they attended many activities and made many good friends. Cremation has taken place. A graveside service 2:00 p.m. Thursday, September 9 at Transcona Cemetery. Donations may be made to Knox United Church or a charity of one's choice. BARDAL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM 843 Sherbrook Street, 774-7474 Condolences: www.bardal.ca
JACOB GINTER
JACOB PETER GINTER Peacefully on Saturday September 4, 2004 at the Concordia Hospital, Jake passed away at the age of 79 years. Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 58 years Eileen; his children, Bob (Leslie), Leone (Ron) Pommer, Marilyn (Alan) MacDonald, Don (Kathy); 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren and two sisters Lena (Walter), Mary. Dad was predeceased by his parents (Cornelius, Katherine) and his three brothers, John, Neil, and Tom. Dad was born
on July 25, 1925 in Parkbeg, SK. He spent most of his growing up years near Stonewall, MB where he met his loving wife Eileen. They were married on June 21, 1946. Dad was employed in the milk service industry for 34 years retiring in 1986 from People's Co-op Dairy. Viewing will be held on Thursday, September 9 from 7:00 p.m. till 8:00 p.m. in Green Acres Funeral Home, Highway No. 1 E. at Navin Road. Funeral service will be held on Friday, September 10 at 2:00 p.m. also at Green Acres Funeral Home. Interment to follow at Green Acres Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Dad's memory to the Canadian Diabetes. Association, 102-310 Broadway Ave. Winnipeg, MB R3G 1S6. GREEN ACRES Funeral Home and Cemetery Hwy. #1 E. at Navin, 1-204-925-1120
GURMIT GREWAL
GURMIT KAUR GREWAL On Monday, September 6, 2004 Gurmit Kaur Grewal passed away at the age of 57 years at the Health Sciences Centre. She is survived by her husband Rajinder Singh Grewal; daughter Ramandeep (Jasbir Singh); son Greg Grewal (Anu); daughter Samerdeep Grewal; grandson Taj Grewal. Also surviving is her mother Rachpal Toor; brothers, Gurmit, Sukhdarshan; sisters, Surinder, Manjit, Kushdeep; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her father Karnail Toor, brother Narinder Toor. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, September 9 at 12:30 p.m. in the Thomson "In the Park" Funeral Home, 1292 McGillivray Blvd. Special thanks to the Health Sciences Centre staff and the Dialysis Unit for their care. THOMSON "IN THE PARK" FUNERAL HOME 1291 McGillivray Blvd. 925-1120
DOUGLAS HARVEY
DOUGLAS STUART HARVEY It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Dad, Poppy, Granddad and Great-Granddad on Wednesday, August 25, 2004 at Concordia Hospital. Predeceased by his beloved wife of 54 years Marjorie (nee Simpson); his parents, and 13 brothers/sisters. Dad will be lovingly remembered and very sadly missed by son Percy and wife Carol, grandchildren, Dana (Jeff) Nease, Scott (Cherie), great-grandchildren, Jaci and Jackson, all of Calgary, AB; son Graham and wife Jeanne, grandchildren, Tyler and Cory; daughter Debbie and husband Barry Evans, grandchildren, Chelsea, Reed and Brooke. Dad is survived by many relatives in the United Kingdom, too numerous to mention, also family in the United States, Kelowna, BC and Winnipeg. Dad was born
on November 1, 1916 in Kingsley, Cheshire, England. After serving with the R.A.F. and R.C.A.F. in the Second World War, he settled in Winnipeg. Dad worked for the C.N.R. for 35 years, retiring in 1981. Dad was a loving husband, father and grandfather, always putting his family first. He was a good provider and hard worker. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at St. Saviors Church, Munroe Avenue and Grey Street on Friday, September 10 at 12:30 p.m. with Rev. Richard Condo officiating. The family wishes to extend a special thanks to Dr. A. Kong for taking such good care of Dad over the years and never giving up on him. Also thank you to the staff of N1 North of Concordia Hospital for all their kindness. "Rest in peace Dad, your struggles are over, We will always love you."
LINN JOHNSTON
LINN JOHNSTON On Tuesday, September 7, 2004 at Riverview Health Centre, Linn Johnston passed away. Full obituary notice will follow. BARDAL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM 843 Sherbrook Street, 774-7474 Condolences: www.bardal.ca
NIELS JORGENSEN
NIELS BECK JORGENSEN Born in Hedensted, Denmark on December 31, 1906, Beck passed away on September 2, 2004 at Peace Arch Hospital in White Rock, BC. He leaves behind Elsie, his wife of 66 years; a sister Inger Bak; his children, Miriam (Joe), June, Norman (Janette), and Patricia; as well as his grandchildren, Alana, Anthony, Tiffany, Erik, Hilary and Andrew, all of whom were his pride and joy. Beck was a self-made man, having only four years of formal education, but a lifetime of reading and learning. He left Denmark at the age of 19 to emigrate to Canada to start a new life. From having no money and speaking no English, he worked hard to eventually own his own company, Alpha Manufacturing, in Winnipeg. He and Elsie raised their family in Winnipeg and then moved to Surrey, BC to escape the cold and the mosquitoes. He ultimately settled in White Rock, with frequent side trips to Reno for "Keno" therapy. He was fiercely independent, playing the stock market and smoking his cigars until the end. A memorial service will be held at Victory Memorial Park, 14831 28th Ave., Surrey, on Saturday, Sept. 11 at 11:00 a.m., with interment and reception to follow.
MARION KATZ
MARION KATZ At the Grace Hospital on August 31, 2004, Marion Katz, aged 92, passed away after eighteen months of deteriorating health. She was predeceased by her husband of 23 years, Syd Katz; and eight brothers plus her parents, Robert and Sara Steiman. Mrs. Katz was born
in Winnipeg, February 11, 1912 and grew up along Selkirk Avenue when this area was one of the most ethnically diverse ones in the country. She attended William Whyte School and St. John's High School for her formal education, then went to work during the early days of the Great Depression at first in Winnipeg and later in her brother's restaurant in Port Arthur, ON. She was married in 1937 to Syd Katz and enjoyed a happy marriage until his premature death in 1960. During most of her life, Marion was constantly involved in a great variety of volunteer activities in the community and for the Rosh Pina Synagogue, where she began as a Brownie leader in the 1950s and eventually became president of the Sisterhood organization for two consecutive years in the mid-60s. A few years later she became president of the Aliyah Chapter of Hadassah. She was also active with the Red Cross, the Cancer Society, the CNIB, and served as secretary of the St. John's High School Parents Committee. Besides being an avid mah-jong player for many years, Marion took up bridge and became quite proficient at this game as well. In addition, she learned sculpting and watercolour painting. Her travels took her to Mexico, Great Britain, Italy, and the Middle East. She was consistently involved not only with her extended family, whom she regularly visited in California, Calgary and Vancouver, but also with old friends who she felt were socially isolated and needed frequent invitations to her home on holidays and special occasions to bring them closer to the mainstream. Early in 2003, she began to be increasingly plagued by unstable angina, macular degeneration, and Paget's disease so that these, plus the effects of a fractured hip, finally claimed her. Marion Katz is survived by her son Edward; and 16 nieces and nephews. She got along with everyone: friends, family, coworkers, neighbours, acquaintances and strangers. She was kind, compassionate, generous, loving and caring, and that's probably why she lived to the age of 92.
