obituaries

Sep 18, 2009

WOOD: Marion (1922-2009). Marion Wood, beloved wife of Jim and loving mother of Irving, Roxy (deceased), Alison and families passed away at the Riverdale Personal Care Home on September 18, 2009. The Funeral Ceremony was held at St. James Anglican Church, Rivers, Manitoba on Saturday, September 26, 2009. Rev. Canon Paul Curtis officiated. A private interment was held at the...

Sep 18, 2009

KIRK: With heavy hearts the family of Mary "Myra" Campbell Kirk (nee Harrold) announces her passing on Friday, September 18, 2009 at Fairview Home, Brandon, Manitoba, after a lengthy and courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. She is survived by her devoted and loving husband Scotty Kirk, daughter Yvette (Mike McEwan) of Shilo, son Jeff (Faith) of Coldwater, Ontario, grandchildren Braedon...

Sep 17, 2009

GREEN: Sherri Leigh Green of Brandon passed away Thursday, September 17, 2009 at Riding Mountain National Park. Sherri was born in Brandon on August 23, 1970 to parents Glen and Karen Green. Sherri was the youngest of three daughters and was her mom's "Little Pumpkin" and "Daddy's Little Girl". She attended Green Acres School from Kindergarten to grade six and...

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Sep 14, 2009

Sep 6, 2009

JASZCZCA: The death of Jan Jaszcza of Brandon occurred Sunday, September 6, 2009. The Ceremony of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, September 10, 2009 at 1:00 pm at Memories Chapel. Reverend Father James Ahaneku will officiate. Interment will follow at the Brandon Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations in memory of Jan may be made to a charity...

Sep 5, 2009

HIGHFIELD: Isabel "Cogy" passed away following a short courageous battle on September 5, 2009 at the BRHC with her family at her side. Cogy was born September 25, 1921 at Tantallon, SK to George and Elizabeth Coghill. Following her mother's accidental death, when Cogy was 3, she was raised by her Uncle George and Aunt Dolly Malcolm. After graduating as...

Sep 2, 2009

BETTLE: Howard Myles Bettle passed away at Hillcrest Place Personal Care Home on Wednesday, September 2, 2009 with his family by his side. A time of fellowship will be held on Wednesday, September 9, 2009 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at Memories Chapel following a private interment at the Rapid City Cemetery. Donations in memory of Howard may be made...

Sep 1, 2009

EWEN: Margaret Johnann Ewen passed away peacefully in her sleep at her residence, Fairview Home, on Tuesday, September 1, 2009. Margaret was born in Elgin, Manitoba on May 30, 1911 to Arthur and Mary Biggins. She graduated from High School in Elgin and then continued her education at Success Business College in Winnipeg. Over her working years, Margaret worked at...

Aug 31, 2009

MCDONALD "Steve": Steven Douglas McDonald of Brandon, Manitoba passed away at Rideau Park Personal Care Home in Brandon on August 31, 2009 at the age of 56 years. Steve was born in Sault St. Marie, Ontario on April 19, 1953. He grew up and attended school in and around the Ottawa area. After graduating, he worked in the computer industry...

Aug 31, 2009

EROS: Paul Stanley Eros passed away peacefully on August 31, 2009 at the Brandon Regional Health Centre at the age of 82. He was born in Eden, Manitoba on July 5, 1927 to Stephen Edward and Mary Ann (nee Speiss) Eros. Paul was predeceased by his eldest brother Jack, and his beloved wife of 55 years, Thelma. He will be...

Aug 29, 2009

FAWCETT: Earl, Irvin. The death of Earl Irvin Fawcett of Brandon occurred Saturday, August 29, 2009, at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. Funeral arrangements are pending with Memories Chapel & Pre-Planning Centre, 727-0330 FAWCETT: Earl Irvin Fawcett, of Brandon, formerly of Palmerston, Ontario, passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Saturday, August 29, 2009. Earl was born on...

Aug 26, 2009

HITCHEN: Alan Trevor Hitchen passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Wednesday, August 26, 2009. Alan was born in Manchester, England on February 14, 1938 to Arthur and Evelyn Hitchen. He was raised in St. Annes-on-Sea, Lancashire, England with his six siblings. Alan completed Grammar school in Lytham/St. Annes. He briefly played professional soccer with the Blackburn Rovers...

Aug 25, 2009

PRESTON: It is with deep sadness in our hearts we announce the sudden passing of beloved husband and father, Robert Erl Preston of Kemnay, Manitoba. Bob passed away suddenly Tuesday morning August 25, 2009 at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. Born November 26, 1950 to late Erl and Shirley Preston. Bob was raised in Brandon later moving to Kemnay. In...

Aug 24, 2009

MAY: The death of Hugh Melvin May, of Brandon, beloved husband of the late Donna Arlene and cherished father of Lisa, Stacy, Tony, Doug and Erin occurred at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Monday, August 24, 2009. The Ceremony to Celebrate Hugh's Life will be held at Memories Chapel, 330 - 18th Street North on Friday, August 28, 2009...

Aug 17, 2009

POTTER: The death of Marion Grace Potter, beloved wife of the late Howard Potter occurred at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Monday, August 17, 2009. A private family Ceremony to Celebrate Marion's life will be held at Memories Chapel. Interment will follow at the Old Deloraine Cemetery, Deloraine, Manitoba. Complete obituary to follow. Donations in memory of Marion may...

Aug 14, 2009

DEMANSKI: Walter James Demanski passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Friday, August 14, 2009. Walter was born on January 3, 1920 at Woodnorth, Manitoba. He was the eldest child of Henry and Minnie Demanski. He joined the Army and served until he was discharged for health reasons. In 1944, he met and married Sheila McCurdy, the only...

Aug 12, 2009

FINLAY: Willson Keith of Rapid City, Manitoba peacefully went to sleep surrounded by his family on August 12, 2009. Keith was born on October 3, 1935 to Gordon and Evelyn Finlay. He was the eldest of four boys and was a big help to Grandpa on the family farm. In 1953, he attended the Ag School in Brandon and met...

Aug 12, 2009

SMITH: The death of Molly May Smith, age 96 years, loving mother of Peggy Williams, occurred at her residence Hillcrest Place Personal Care Home on Wednesday, August 12, 2009. The Funeral Ceremony will be held at Memories Chapel, 330 - 18th Street North on Wednesday, August 19, 2009 at 1:00 pm. Reverend Shannon McCarthy will officiate. Interment will take place...

Aug 11, 2009

LONGMAN: Marlene Bernice Longman, beloved wife, and mother passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Tuesday, August 11, 2009. Marlene was born in Moosomin, Saskatchewan on February 6, 1945 to Fred and Janet "Jennie" Martens. She was raised on the farm and educated in Fairlight, Saskatchewan. On August 27, 1963, Marlene married Orm Longman residing in Maryfield, Saskatchewan....