obituaries

Lyall Johnston

Lyall Johnston

Apr 12, 2012

JOHNSTON: It is with sadness and happy memories that we announce the passing of Lyall Lawrence Johnston on April 12, his father's birthday. Left to hold his memory dear is his wife of 54 years Jean (Livingston), brother-in-law Stan Livingston, sisters-in-law Elma and Marypat Johnston, nephew Cal Johnston and dear nieces Kelly, Sally, Nancy and Leanne. He was predeceased by...

Robert Durnin

Robert Durnin

Apr 11, 2012

DURNIN: Robert Jory Durnin beloved husband of Shirley and loving father to Kim (Kyle) Jones and Lindsay (Lance) Monych and "Papa" to Kohen Jones passed away in the arms of his family on Wednesday, April 11th, 2012. Bob was born in Brandon on August 24th, 1951, second son of the late Stan and Florence Durnin. He grew up on a...

Violet Zywina

Violet Zywina

Apr 8, 2012

ZYWINA: Violet May Zywina (nee Stone) passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, April 8, 2012 after a full life. She is survived by her husband Len of 57 years and daughters Pat (Bruce Hawkins), Ottawa and Kathy (Mark Rodriguez), San Antonio. Violet was born in Brandon, married Len and raised their family there. She provided a solid foundation for...

John Shwaluk

John Shwaluk

Apr 4, 2012

SHWALUK: It is with great sadness that the family of John Shwaluk, age 57 years of Winnipeg, passed away at the Health Sciences Centre, Winnipeg, on Wednesday, April 4, 2012. John was predeceased by his mother Lena in 1986. Left to mourn his passing are his father and step-mother Matt and Anne Shwaluk of Brandon, his sister Diane (Bill) Salyn...

Ernest Mazawasicuna

Ernest Mazawasicuna

Apr 4, 2012

MAZAWASICUNA: It is with great sadness that the family of Ernest Edward Mazawasicuna announce his passing on Wednesday, April 4, 2012 at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. A traditional wake will be held on Sunday, April 8 with traditional services at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, April 9 at his home at Sioux Valley Dakota Nation and funeral service to follow...

Donald Gardner

Donald Gardner

Apr 3, 2012

GARDNER: The death of Donald Leverne Gardner of Brandon, occurred in the city on Tuesday, April 3, 2012. Don was born in Brandon on May 29, 1932, son of George and Elsie Gardner. For many years, he operated Don Gardner Clothes in downtown Brandon. He is survived by his wife, Judy, daughter, Perri Gardner (Garry Rainnie) and sister-in-law, Gerri (Jack)...

Mary Sclater

Mary Sclater

Apr 2, 2012

Mary Marjorie Sclater (nee Johnston), 83, passed away quietly with her son and daughter by her side in the Assiniboine Health Centre, Brandon on April 2, 2012. Mary was born September 26, 1928 in Ninga, Manitoba. She grew up in her beloved village enjoying all things little girls loved to do ~ going to school, playing softball and summer visits...

Aldwyn Taggart

Aldwyn Taggart

Mar 29, 2012

TAGGART: Aldwyn Robert Taggart, known as Al, of Brandon, Manitoba lost his courageous battle with cancer at the age of 69 years old on Thursday, March 29, 2012 at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. Al was born in Londonderry, Northern Ireland on November 9, 1942 to Benjamin Taggart and Rebecca Culbertson. He grew up in Belfast, Northern Ireland where he...

Mildred Starling

Mildred Starling

Mar 28, 2012

STARLING: Mildred (Millie) Rosella (nee Matwick) passed away peacefully with her family by her side on March 28, 2012. Mother was born August 24, 1922 in Brandon, Manitoba. She married Alexander William (Bill) Starling on September 16, 1944 and was blessed with three children. Mom was predeceased by her mother Agnes in 1955, father William (Bill) in 1957, husband Bill...

Dennis Cosgrove

Dennis Cosgrove

Mar 27, 2012

COSGROVE: Dennis D. Cosgrove passed away on Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at Rideau Park Personal Care Home. Funeral Service will be held at Memories Chapel, 330 18th Street North on Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at 11:00 a.m.

Andre Dubois

Andre Dubois

Mar 27, 2012

DUBOIS: Andre "Andy" Joseph Dubois of Carroll, passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre, Brandon on March 27, 2012. Andy was born at Ste. Rose du Lac, Manitoba on October 1, 1952. He spent his early years on a farm near Laurier, MB, moving many times due to his father working many construction jobs. Andy moved to Brandon in...

Howard Smith

Howard Smith

Mar 24, 2012

SMITH: It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our father Howard B. Smith on March 24, 2012 at the Assiniboine Centre in Brandon at the age of 91 years. Howard was born in Brandon, Manitoba on March 31, 1920 and lived there until his passing. Howard was predeceased by his wife Evelyn (nee Earl), father...

Joseph Nykoliation

Joseph Nykoliation

Mar 16, 2012

NYKOLIATION: Joseph Ross Nykoliation. It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Joe Nykoliation on March 16th, 2012, at the Valleyview Care Centre just a few days short of his 88th birthday. Joe was born in Seech, Manitoba on March 22, 1924. He attended high school in Strathclair and during that time he met Jennie Zdebiak. They...

Henry Jason

Henry Jason

Mar 14, 2012

JASON: Henry Jason, beloved husband of Julia and dear father, grandfather and great grandfather, passed away in Brandon on Wednesday, March 14, 2012. Prayers will be said at St. Augustine's Roman Catholic Church on Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at 7:00 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Church on Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at 11:00 am. Celebrant...

Mary Lewis

Mary Lewis

Mar 13, 2012

LEWIS: Mary Loretta Lewis passed away peacefully on March 13, 2012, surrounded by her family. She had waged a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on November 7, 1931 in Bay Bulls, Newfoundland. She was predeceased by her husband Nathan William Lewis, and her sister, Mary Margaret Thompson. She is survived by her five children, Kate (Henry), Ken (Julie),...

Carol Kidd

Carol Kidd

Mar 12, 2012

KIDD: The death of Carol Lynn Kidd (nee Ashley) of Brandon occurred at the Assiniboine Centre on March 12, 2012. Born in Morden, Manitoba on July 12, 1943, Carol was raised in Manitou where she received her schooling. She was a stay at home Mom for a number of years and when time allowed she enjoyed volunteering. She worked for...

Joseph Harrison

Joseph Harrison

Mar 12, 2012

HARRISON: The death of Joseph Frederick "Joe" Harrison, beloved husband of Margaret and step-father of Darwin, Donna, Patricia and Beverley, occurred Monday, March 12, 2012 at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. The Funeral Service will take place at Memories Chapel, 330 - 18th Street North on Monday, March 19, 2012 at 1:30 p.m. with viewing prior to the service. Rev....

Marilyn Chambers

Marilyn Chambers

Mar 9, 2012

CHAMBERS: Marilyn Gayle Chambers (Courtice) age 65, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2012, after a courageous battle with cancer. Marilyn Gayle was born on October 26, 1946 to Bill and Ella Courtice (Kerbis) in Glenboro, Manitoba, the eldest of three children. Gayle grew up in the Wawanesa area, where some of her fondest memories were. After school, she moved...

Darlene Ironside

Darlene Ironside

Mar 8, 2012

IRONSIDE: Donna "Darlene" Ironside passed away peacefully with her family by her side on March 8, 2012 at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. Darlene, the youngest daughter of Margaret and Albert Nicholl, was born on June 15, 1946 in Minnedosa, MB. Darlene received her schooling at Basswood School. She married John Evans in 1966 and was blessed with two daughters,...

Paul Judson

Paul Judson

Mar 6, 2012

JUDSON: Paul Andrew Judson, formerly of Brandon, MB, passed away suddenly at the age of 48 years on March 6, 2012 at High Level, AB. Born February 6, 1964, Paul was schooled in the Brandon School Division and graduated from Crocus Plains high school. He loved reading, running, game shows, hockey and football. While in Brandon, Paul worked for College...

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