obituaries

Dec 24, 2004

GRIFT: It is with deep sorrow that the family announces the sudden passing of Ron on December 24, 2004 in Brandon, Manitoba. Ron was very much loved by family and friends and will be sadly missed. We should take time to cherish memories of Ron's life and remember the wisdom and joy he gave to each of us. Ron was...

Dec 23, 2004

CALDWELL: The death of Brandon Curtis Caldwell, beloved son of Michele and brother of Justin, occurred on Thursday, December 23, 2004 at the Health Science Centre, Winnipeg. Brandon was born on June 10, 1988 in Brandon, Manitoba. At the age of 9 months, he was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Brandon attended school at New Era School until grade six,...

Dec 22, 2004

RANKIN: The sudden passing of Bruce Whiting Rankin occurred in the city of Brandon, Wednesday, December 22, 2004. He is survived by his wife, Velma; children, Donna (John) Sargent, Linda (Kenneth) McLaughlin, Elaine (Danny) Bryan and five grandchildren. The Memorial Service will be held at Memories Chapel, 330-18th Street North, on Tuesday, December 28, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. Rev. Barb...

Dec 21, 2004

GROBB: The death of Velma Grobb of Fairview Home occurred in the city on Tuesday, December 21, 2004. The Ceremony to Celebrate Velma's Life will be held at Memories Chapel, 330 18th Street North, on Monday, December 27, 2004 at 1:00 pm. Rev. Dale Woods of First Presbyterian Church will officiate. Interment will take place at the family plot in...

Dec 18, 2004

NEUFELD: The death of Peter Cornelius Neufeld, beloved husband of Lydia and dear father of Bernard, Marie, Joyce and Darcy, occurred at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Saturday, December 18, 2004. The Funeral Ceremony will be held at Memories Chapel, 330-18th Street North on Thursday, December 23, 2004 at 2:00 pm. Interment will follow in the Rosewood Memorial Gardens....

Dec 15, 2004

FRASER: The death of Janet Ann Fraser, beloved wife of Glen Kruck, loving mother of Heidi and Adam, occurred at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Wednesday, December 15, 2004. The Ceremony to Celebrate Janet's Life will be held at Knox United Church, 451-18th Street, on Saturday, December 18, 2004 at 1:00 pm. Rev. Joan Jarvis will officiate. Flowers are...

Dec 10, 2004

GENAILLE: Monique Genaille, beloved wife of Garry and mother to Jackie (Scott), Julie, Dee, Angie (Colin), passed away suddenly at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Friday, December 10, 2004. Prayers will be said at Memories Chapel, 330-18th Street North, on Wednesday, December 15, 2004 at 6:00 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic...

Dec 9, 2004

DUNBAR: The death of I. Millen Dunbar, beloved husband of May (Higgins) Dunbar, occurred at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Thursday, December 9, 2004. The Funeral Ceremony will be held at Memories Chapel, 330-18th Street North on Tuesday, December 14, 2004 at 2:00 pm. A private interment service will follow at the Brandon cemetery. Friends who wish may make...

Dec 7, 2004

MITCHELL: The death of Donald Alexander Mitchell of Rivers, occurred at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Tuesday, December 7, 2004. The Funeral Ceremony will be held at the Rivers United Church on Monday, December 13, 2004 at 2:00 pm. The Rev. Glenna Beauchamp will officiate. Interment will follow in the Rivers cemetery. Friends who wish may make a donation...

Nov 28, 2004

CLARK: Douglas Roy Clark, beloved husband of Muriel, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, November 28, 2004. The Funeral Ceremony will be held at Central United Church, 327-8th Street on Thursday, December 2, 2004 at 2:00 pm. Friends who wish may make a donation in memory of Doug to the Westman Dreams for Kids, 1435 Princess Avenue, Brandon, Manitoba...

Nov 26, 2004

ROBERTS: Trevor Roberts passed away at the Souris Health Centre on November 26, 2004, with his loving family by his side. His death marked the end of a short, courageous and well-fought battle against cancer. Trevor was born at Croll, MB on March 25, 1939. He was the second child of Florence and Evan Roberts. He lived at Croll and...

Nov 26, 2004

GOMPF: The death of Evelyn Gompf occurred in Brandon on Friday, November 26, 2004. The Funeral Ceremony will be held at Knox United Church, 451 - 18th Street, Brandon, on Monday, November 29, 2004 at 3:00 p.m. Pam Dean will officiate. A private family graveside service will be held at the Johnston Cemetery at a later date. Friends who wish...

Nov 24, 2004

FALK: The death of Ella McArthur Falk, widow of Henry Roland Falk, occurred at the Riverdale Personal Care Home on Wednesday, November 24, 2004. Ella was born in the R.M. of Daly on November 8, 1911. She was raised and attended school in the Rivers area, until moving to Winnipeg as a young woman to work. There she met and...

Nov 24, 2004

BOYD: The death of Peter Allan James Boyd occurred suddenly on Wednesday, November 24, 2004. The Ceremony to Celebrate Peter's Life will be held at Memories Chapel, 330-18th Street North, on Saturday, November 27, 2004 at 1:00 pm. Rev. Shawn Ankenmann, of Minnedosa United Church, will officiate. Friends who wish may make a donation in memory of Peter to a...

Nov 22, 2004

Brandon Sun SNEESBY: Argyle Curtis Sneesby of Neepawa passed away on Monday, November 22, 2004 at the Neepawa Health Centre. He is survived by his loving wife, Elizabeth. The Funeral Service will be held at the Neepawa United Church, Neepawa, Manitoba, on Friday, November 26, 2004 at 2:00 pm. Friends who wish may make a donation in memory of Argyle...

Nov 19, 2004

JOHNSTON: The death of Violet Fay Johnston of Brandon occurred Friday, November 19, 2004 at the Assiniboine Centre. Ceremony to Celebrate Violet's Life will be held at Memories Chapel, 330 - 18th Street North, on Tuesday, November 23, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Craig Gibbs will officiate. Interment will take place in the Brandon Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donation...

Nov 18, 2004

MICHALUK: Harry Michaluk, of Rivers, Manitoba, passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Thursday, November 18, 2004. Harry was born, on November 1, 1929 in Sturgis, Saskatchewan, to Andrew and Pearl Michaluk. The family moved to Portage La Prairie when he was eight years old, and he attended elementary and high school there. Harry continued his education and...

Nov 18, 2004

GURBA: The death of Cecelia Gurba, widow of the late Andrew Gurba, occurred peacefully at her residence on Thursday, November 18, 2004. Funeral arrangements are pending with Memories Chapel & Pre-Planning Centre, 727-0330. GURBA: The death of Cecelia Gurba, widow of the late Andrew Gurba, occurred peacefully at her residence on Thursday, November 18, 2004. Prayers will be said at...

Nov 17, 2004

Nov 17, 2004

EVANS: The death o f Peter William "Sonny" Evans, age 80 years, occurred at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Wednesday, November 17, 2004. The Ceremony to Celebrate Sonny's Life will be held at Memories Chapel, 330-18th Street North, on Friday, November 26, 2004 at 2:00 pm. The Rev. Joan Jarvis, of Central United Church, will officiate. Interment will follow...