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JOAN PORTER
August 21, 2004
JOAN ELIZABETH PORTER It is with great sadness, the family announces the passing of Joan Porter on Thursday, August 19, 2004 at the St. Boniface Hospital. Family obituary and service details will follow. The Coutu family in care of arrangements: EDWARD J. COUTU LTD. 680 Archibald Street 253-5086
EDITH ROBERTSON
August 21, 2004
EDITH HESTER ROBERTSON Peacefully, on Thursday, August 19, 2004 Edith passed away with her family by her side at the Victoria Hospital. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, August 24 at Neil Bardal Inc., 984 Portage Ave. (entrance on Aubrey Street) at 11:00 a.m. Longer notice to follow. NEIL BARDAL INC. 949-2200
CLAIRE ROSENBERG
August 21, 2004
CLAIRE ROSENBERG It is with great sadness that our family must share the passing of our loving mother on Friday, August 20, 2004 after a lengthy illness. Mom was the devoted wife of the late Leo Rosenberg. She was a loving mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. Mom is survived by daughter Sharon (Harvey), daughter Joyce (Eric), son Robert (Heidi); grandchildren
, Heather (Tony), Ali (Wayne), Lonnie, Jaime, Corey, Josef, Laine and Eric; great-grandchildren, Lyndsey and Alec. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, August 22 at 12:00 p.m. (noon) at the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery. Donations may be made to Palliative Care, Unit 3 East, Riverview Health Centre, 1 Morley Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3L 2P4. Our family would like to express their great appreciation to the wonderful staff on 3E.
CLAIRE ROSENBERG
August 21, 2004
CLAIRE ROSENBERG It is with great sadness that our family must share the passing of our loving mother on Friday, August 20, 2004 after a lengthy illness. Mom was the devoted wife of the late Leo Rosenberg. She was a loving mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. Mom is survived by daughter Sharon (Harvey), daughter Joyce (Eric), son Robert (Heidi); grandchildren, Heather (Tony), Ali (Wayne), Lonnie, Jaime, Corey, Josef, Laine and Eric; great-grandchildren, Lyndsey and Alec. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, August 22 at 12:00 p.m. (noon) at the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery. Donations may be made to Palliative Care, Unit 3 East, Riverview Health Centre, 1 Morley Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3L 2P4. Our family would like to express their great appreciation to the wonderful staff on 3E.
ALFRED SANFORD
August 21, 2004
ALFRED GEORGE SANFORD Peacefully, Alf, beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather, slipped away to join his life partner, Tone, on Thursday, August 12, 2004, at the Concordia Hospital at the age of 88 years. Left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Lynne Korkosh (Wally) and Carole de Wet (Bryan); his grandchildren, David Korkosh (Belinda), Robert Korkosh (Sandra), Jennifer Martin (Barry) and Jason de Wet (Jennifer); his great-grandchildren, Ashley and Colin Korkosh, Riley Korkosh, Curtis Martin and Johnathan de Wet; brother Jack Sanford; niece Sheila Franks; and nephew Guy Sanford. Alf was predeceased by his wife Tone (Matilda) in 1980; parents, John and Elizabeth Sanford; sisters, Violet Kingsland and Nancy Alcock; and nephew Jack Kingsland. Alf was born
in Winnipeg on February 12, 1916. He grew up and attended school in the Fort Garry and Fort Rouge area. From 1940 to 1945, Alf served in the Royal Canadian Air Force. Upon his return from the service, he was employed with the CNR for 39 years until his retirement. In compliance with Alf's wishes, no formal funeral service will be held. A private family interment will take place at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations in Alf's memory may be made to the Children's Wish Foundation of Canada, 350 St. Mary Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3C 3J2. "Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us everyday." WOJCIK'S ALL BELIEFS & FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665
ELIZABETH SANGSTER
August 21, 2004
ELIZABETH (BETH) SANGSTER (nee WILSON) Suddenly, on Monday, August 16, 2004, at the Victoria General Hospital, Beth, beloved wife of Arthur, passed away at the age of 82 years. She is survived by her husband Arthur, of 55 years of marriage; son Doug Sangster (Kathy) of The Pas, MB; daughter Ellen Smith; grandson Sandy Smith (Judy) of Winnipeg; as well as numerous relatives and friends. Beth was predeceased by her parents; four sisters and two brothers. Beth was born
in Unity, SK to Lorne and Elizabeth Wilson. She received her schooling in Lilydale, SK and then moved with her family to Maidstone, SK. Beth served in the Royal Canadian Air Force WD Division and retired as a Corporal in Lachine, Quebec in 1946. She then moved to Winnipeg where she completed training at Success Business College. Beth and Art were married April 16, 1949 and resided in Charleswood for a number of years before moving to Garden Hill, The Pas and Thompson, as Art was employed with the Department of Indian Affairs. She worked at various secretarial positions in each of these locations. Beth and Art retired to Bowsman, MB in 1978. Beth was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #51. She was a member of the local senior's club and she enjoyed playing bingo, cards (especially cribbage), crossword puzzles, knitting, crocheting and caring for a succession of cats, most notably Samson. Beth and Art moved to Winnipeg in 1996 and most recently to the Golden Door Geriatric Centre. In accordance with Beth's wishes, no formal funeral service will be held. Interment will take place at a later date in the family plot in Mountview Cemetery, Silverwood, MB. Our family would like to extend sincere thanks to the staff at the Golden Door for all the care and concern during Mom's stay there. In lieu of flowers, donations in Beth's memory may be made to the Parkinson Society of Manitoba, 302 - 171 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB R3C 1M3. Silent thoughts of times together, Hold loving memories that will last forever. WOJCIK'S ALL BELIEFS & FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665
REBECCA SMITH
August 21, 2004
REBECCA (BETSY) SMITH (nee BUSH) Peacefully, with her family at her side, Rebecca Smith passed away on Thursday, August 19, 2004, at the Grace Hospital. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Judith, Ted and Kathryn; seven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law Ruby, Colleen and Mildred. The family wishes to thank the nurses and staff at the Grace Hospital 2nd floor Surgery, family and friends, especially Marilyn and Mary-Anne, for their kindness and care. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, August 24 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Andrews Anglican Church, 2700 Portage Ave., with Rev. Ian Mills officiating. In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, donations may be made to the Grace Hospital Foundation, 300 Booth Dr., Winnipeg, MB R3J 3M7, or a charity of one's choice. 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
REBECCA SMITH
August 21, 2004
REBECCA (BETSY) SMITH (nee BUSH) Peacefully, with her family at her side, Rebecca Smith passed away on Thursday, August 19, 2004, at the Grace Hospital. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Judith, Ted and Kathryn; seven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law Ruby, Colleen and Mildred. The family wishes to thank the nurses and staff at the Grace Hospital 2nd floor Surgery, family and friends, especially Marilyn and Mary-Anne, for their kindness and care. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, August 24 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Andrews Anglican Church, 2700 Portage Ave., with Rev. Ian Mills officiating. In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, donations may be made to the Grace Hospital Foundation, 300 Booth Dr., Winnipeg, MB R3J 3M7, or a charity of one's choice. 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
ALBIN SOBKOWICH
August 21, 2004
ALBIN SOBKOWICH After a brief illness, Albin Sobkowich, beloved husband of Sharon Sobkowich, died peacefully on Wednesday, August 18, 2004, at Concordia Hospital. He was predeceased by his father Mike and mother Annie; father-in-law Nick Sawchyn; mother-in-law Katie Sawchyn; brothers-in-law, Ken Sawchyn, Fred Sawchyn, Elmer Wassill; and sisters-in-law, Edna Sobkowich and Grace Bohay. He will be lovingly remembered by his sons, Chris (Izzy) and grandchildren, Ross, Zoe and Teigan; Kevin (Deb); brother Ted; brother Carl (Shirley); sister Pat Moskal (Dave); Sharon's family: Norma Sawchyn, Sophie McLean (Paul), Helen Wassill, John Sawchyn (Jean), Steve Sawchyn (Elizabeth), Steve Bohay, Jean Sawchyn (Harry), Fran Sawchyn, Harry Sawchyn (Sheila), Eugene Sawchyn ( Karen); and numerous nephews and nieces. Prayers will be held Sunday, August 22 at 7:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. A funeral service will be held Monday, August 23 at 10:00 a.m. at the Ukrainian Catholic Parish of Holy Eucharist (Watt and Munroe) with Rev. Father Darren Kawiuk officiating. In lieu of flowers or as a memoriam, those wishing to do so may make a donation in Albin's memory to the Canadian Cancer Society. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
GALE STEFANYSHYN
August 21, 2004
GALE MARIE STEFANYSHYN In the loving circle of family and friends, Gale Stefanyshyn, 39, peacefully left to join her Saviour on August 18, 2004 at the St. Boniface Hospital, Palliative Care. After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Gale is now at peace. Gale was predeceased by her grandparents, Fred and Bernice Nahirney, Paul and Mary Stefanyshyn; and sister Sharon. Left to cherish Gale forever in their hearts are her parents Eddie and Irene; big brother Don; sister-in-law Wendy; precious niece Kayla; nephews, Desmond and Quentin Loutit; close cousin Laurie and husband Jerry; aunts, uncles, many dear friends from work, numerous cousins and friends. Gale was born
on May 1, 1965 in Winnipeg, grew up and attended school in East Kildonan. She was a whirlwind of activity, giving 110% to whatever she was involved with at the time. Working at various legal and government jobs, Gale finally landed her dream job at the Federal Justice Department. She loved her work and the close friends she made were very dear to her heart. "Buddy Bird" was Gale's constant companion for 13 years, from the time she lovingly watched him peck his way free of his shell. Divine Liturgy to celebrate Gale's life will be sung at St. Anne's Ukrainian Catholic Church, 455 Douglas Ave. at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, August 23, 2004. As per Gale's wishes, cremation will then take place. The family wishes to thank all Gale's supporters - Katie, Heidi, family friends, doctors, homecare nurses and the workers and the Angels at CancerCare and Palliative Care Unit at St. Boniface Hospital. You are all very dedicated and have a special place in our hearts forever for the kindness you've shown our little girl during her battle. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations may be made in Gale's memory to CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, R3E 0V9 or St. Boniface Hospital Palliative Care, 409 Tache Ave., Winnipeg, R2H 2A6. VICHNAYA PAMYAT KORBAN FUNERAL CHAPEL 956-2193
CHARLES STEWART
August 21, 2004
CHARLES MATTHEW STEWART November 18, 1928- August 18, 2004 Peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer, Charlie, aged 75, passed away at the Seven Oaks Hospital. Mourning his loss, his beloved wife June of 50 years. Son Bob (Marilyn) and Bob's sons, Cameron (Brooke) and Ian and their mother, Debbie; son Bruce and his sons, Craig (Shaylene), Chris (Lisa) and Jeff and their mother, Kim; daughter Heather (Gerry Martin) and their children, Amy and Andrew. Great-granddaughters, Keanna, Jayden and Malorie. Charlie was predeceased by his parents, Robert Alexander Stewart (1947), Jean Reid Stewart (1975); sisters, Babs Stone (1954), Dorothy Price (1956); brother John Stewart (2001). Charlie was born
and lived his entire life on the Stewart family farm in Lilyfield. He loved farming and raising cattle. He enjoyed cattle auctions and shows, making many good friends at these functions. He attended Phipps School and Stonewall Collegiate. During his early years he was in the Air Cadets, he also enjoyed playing baseball and hockey. As a young man he enjoyed curling and taught his future wife June how to curl. Charlie was a long time member of the Lilyfield Church. He served on Phipps and Stonewall School Boards and also he was on the Area Development Board. Some of his proudest moments were working and spending time with his grandchildren, even up to his last days. His pallbearers will be his six grandsons. Funeral service will be held Monday, August 23 at 1:30 p.m. at the MacKenzie Funeral Home in Stonewall, MB. Interment to follow at Lilyfield Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Charlie's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to Lilyfield Cemetery, in care of The R.M. of Rosser. MacKenzie Funeral Home, Stonewall in care of arrangements.
VIRGINIA SUTHERLAND
August 21, 2004
VIRGINIA SUTHERLAND It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our mom, grandma and great-grandma, Virginia Sutherland on August 19, 2004 of Camperville, MB. Virginia passed away at the age of 77 years at the Health Sciences Centre in Winnipeg. She was predeceased by her loving husband Charlie; her daughters, Gloria, Evelyn and Adele. She leaves behind three sons, Garry, Bobby and Clifford (Susan); her four daughters, Mary (Jim), Elsie, Lorraine (Morris) and Lucie (Brian). Virginia also leaves behind numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A wake service will be held on Sunday, August 22 at 7:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Monday, August 23 at 11:00 a.m. Both services will be held at the Camperville Community Hall. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Seven Sorrows Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: ANDERSON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME Ashern, Manitoba 1-866-293-4951
HELEN SUTYLA
August 21, 2004
HELEN SUTYLA (nee BONKOWSKI) Peacefully on Wednesday, August 18, 2004 at the Tudor House Personal Care Home in Selkirk, MB, Helen passed away at the age of 83 years with her family by her side. Helen was born
on March 16, 1921 in Ledwyn, MB. She was predeceased by her parents, Thomas (Tomko) in 1970 and Annie in 1922; her beloved husband Andrew on January 9, 1986; her daughter Marjorie on February 1, 1949; her brothers, Frank, Walter and Carl; and her sister Mary Obedzinski. Mom is survived by her loving children, sons, Philip (Janice), Donnie (Linda) and Jerry (Eileen) and daughters, Annette (Lawrence Feilberg) and Gail Larson (Lou); her grandchildren, Mark (Anita), Leanne, Jill (Kelly), Crystal (Nick) and Gregory; Cary (Tanya), Nicole (Alan), Barbi-Dee; Shannon, Kyle (Lindsey); Farrell (Tegan), Lori-Ann (Trevor), Lorella (Tim), Robin (Charles); and Ole; and eight great-grandchildren, Taylor, Jordan, Nicolas, Wyatt, Brogan, Silas, William and Abbey. Helen also leaves to mourn her passing her sister Tillie Obach and her special friend Eirikur Dahl. Helen and Andrew were married on October 2, 1938 in Ledwyn, MB. They later moved to God's Lake with their three children, until the tragic death of their daughter Marjorie. It was then that Mom and Dad, along with sons Philip and Donnie moved to Progress, MB. There they were blessed with three more children. Mom and Dad farmed the land until 1976 when dad retired. Mom loved cooking and gardening and continued to do so until 1985 when ill health forced them to move to the Icelandic River Lodge in Riverton. After Dad's passing, Mom remained living at the lodge until December 2002. That is where she met a good friend Eirikur Dahl and enjoyed spending many years together with him. Mom enjoyed playing cards, especially whist, carpet bowling and bingo. She liked listening to Nestor Pestor and of course Ann Murray. She also loved to hear a good joke. Mom moved to the Tudor House Personal Care Home in Selkirk on December 20, 2002. She continued to play bingo and of course win. She also enjoyed peeling potatoes there. The family would like to thank the doctor, nurses and staff at the Tudor House Personal Care Home for the excellent care they provided. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 24 at St. Philip Neri Roman Catholic Church, Arborg, MB. Viewing will be held one half hour prior to the service. Fr. Michael Raj Savarimuthu will officiate. Interment will follow at St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Ledwyn, MB. Her grandsons will be her pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Vichnaya Pam'yat. Arborg (MacKenzie) Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
STELLA SYCH
August 21, 2004
STELLA SYCH 1927 - 2004 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Stella Sych on August 18, 2004, at the Seven Oaks Hospital at the age of 76 years. Stella is survived by her husband William; son Jeffrey; grandchildren, Jennifer and Andrew. Stella's family was very important to her. She was always caring for them in whichever way she could - this would include sewing, baking and cooking. No funeral service will be held. Cremation has taken place. A private family interment will take place in Elmwood Cemetery at a later date. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
NESTER TRACH
August 21, 2004
NESTER BOHDAN TRACH It is with deep sorrow that the family of Nester Bohdan Trach announce his passing, August 17, 2004 after a courageous battle with liver cancer, at the age of 65 years. Cherishing his memory is Jeanette, his loving wife and daughter Lynne. Nester is also survived by his mother Stephanie; his brother Julien (Betty); sisters, Theresa Ford and Donna (Mike) Najda; brother-in-law Algi Kaslauskas; as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father Steve Trach; brother David; sister Lorraine and brother-in-law Gordon Ford. Nester was in sales all his life. He owned his own manufacturers and distributors agency. He always had a joke to put a smile on your face. He will be missed as he deeply touched the lives of those he met. Nester's family wish to thank the Doctors and Nurses at Health Sciences Centre and Riverview Health Centre. A special thank you to Dr. Ray Martens. Cremation has taken place and a private service will be held at Cropo Funeral Chapel. If friends so desire, donations may be made in Nester's memory to the charity of your choice. Flowers gratefully declined. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
LILLIAN TROMAN
August 21, 2004
LILLIAN TROMAN (nee FLOYD) Peacefully on Tuesday, August 17, 2004, with family by her side, it is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Lillian at the Grace Hospice at the age of 89 years. Lillian was predeceased by her husband Joseph; son Kenny; parents Harry and Annie Floyd; sisters, Edith, Jessie and Elsie and brothers, Albert, Raymond Cliff and Ken. She is survived by her sisters, Dorothy of Winnipeg, Phyllis of Woodlands and Edna of Vancouver; brother Bill of Winnipeg. She is also survived by her daughters, Audrey Peters (Mike), Barbara Snelgrove (Brian) and Susan Reilly (Bob), all of Winnipeg, plus many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Mom loved travelling with her family; going to Grand Beach in the summer with them and her many spring and fall gambling trips with the girls. To Mom family meant everything and she would do anything to help them out. She made many friends at the block and enjoyed all the social functions downstairs. Polo Park will never be the same without her. A memorial service will be held on Monday, August 23 at 1:00 p.m. in Thomson "In the Park" Funeral Home, 1291 McGillivray Blvd. A private family interment will be held at a later date. The family extends a special thanks to all that looked after her at the Grace Hospice. "Mom, you truly had a heart of gold and God is getting a special angel." THOMSON "IN THE PARK" FUNERAL HOME AND CEMETERY 1291 McGillivray Blvd. - 1-877-230-0438
HAZEL WEBSTER
August 21, 2004
HAZEL WEBSTER It is with much sorrow that the family of Hazel Webster announces her passing on Wednesday, August 18, 2004, aged 97 years, at the Grace General Hospital. Mother was predeceased by her loving husband, Bert in 1997; brothers, Alfred and Harvey Gray; sister, Georgina Hyndman and brother-in-law Bill; sisters-in-law, Marie Gray and Ruby Gray; and son-in-law, Bob Randolph. She will be deeply missed by her loving children, son, Keith (Helen); daughters, Heather Webster and Sheila Randolph; grandchildren, Scott Webster, Karyn (Will) Pegler, Jason (Natalia) Randolph, and Christopher Randolph. Her loss will also be felt by her great-grandchildren, Kyle, Darian, Sierra and Justin. Mother is also survived by her nieces, Audrey (Bert) Dawson, Beverley-Ann (Ron) Coveney, Lorraine (Gary) Gray, and nephew Arnold (Norah) Gray; as well as several cousins. Mother was born
June 24, 1907 to Jane and Charles Gray, at the home of her maternal grandparents, Isabel and Alfred Strachan in the Scotia District of the Municipality of Hamiota, Manitoba. She received her education in Crandall, Manitoba, later moving to Winnipeg where she was employed at the T. Eaton Co. until her marriage to Bert on August 3, 1934. They were life-long residents of Winnipeg, having had homes on Arlington, Ingersoll and Ainslie Streets. Following her marriage, Mother became a full-time homemaker, focusing on her family and becoming an active member of her community. In earlier years, she was a member of Harstone United Church. As her years progressed, she coped with the loss of her eyesight and expressed her wish that should friends so desire, donations in her memory be made to the C.N.I.B., 1080 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3G 3M3. Announcement of funeral services to follow. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME 885-9715
FERN WHITE
August 21, 2004
FERN MILDRED WHITE Peacefully in her sleep, in her 97th year, Mother passed on at the Health Sciences Centre on Monday, August 16, 2004. A memorial service and reception will be held at the Lion's Manor, 320 Sherbrook St., Winnipeg on Tuesday, August 24 at 1:30 p.m. Interment will follow the reception in the family plot at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens. If friends so desire, contributions to the Lions Manor Foundation, 320 Sherbrook St., Winnipeg, MB would be appreciated. Arrangements are by: Ronald Moffit Memorial Services Portage la Prairie, MB (204) 856-3487
