obituaries

Feb 6, 2001

Feb 5, 2001

DEDRICK: Alice Verna, beloved wife of Edward, had fought a long and courageous battle against cancer since 1989, and was finally able to rest on the morning of February 5, 2001, at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. Alice was born in Yorkton, Saskatchewan on July 7, 1931, the daughter of Daniel and Ida Hoffmann. She was raised in the small...

Feb 4, 2001

Burnett: Jean Ellen (nee Howell) It is with great sadness that the family announce the death of their beloved Mom, Grandma and friend. Jean fought a courageous battle of cancer. She surrendered Sunday, February 4, 2001 with her family and close friends by her side at home. Jean was born in Cartwright, Manitoba on March 5, 1937. She was the...

Jan 31, 2001

With deep sadness the family of Marion Cross announces her passing at Fairview Home on January 31, 2001, in her 97th year. She was born Marion Catherine MacIntosh at Dalkeith, Ontario on July 8, 1904 to Catherine and Norman MacIntosh, whose Scottish grandparents had settled in Glengarry County in the early 1800's. Her husband to be, Jonathon Cross was born...

Jan 29, 2001

Vern A. Foster of Brandon, Manitoba passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Monday, January 29, 2001. Born in Boissevain, Manitoba on May 15, 1937 to Art and Irene Foster, the family moved to Brandon where Vern received his education. His working days began with an after school job at Mansoff Welding. In 1957 he was employed by...

Jan 29, 2001

Charles Kennedy Zimmerman passed away January 29, 2001 at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. He is survived by his loving partner; Hazel Skinner, his sons; Craig and Todd (Nancy), grandsons; Kyle, Ryan, Scott and Evan, brother; Herb (Donna) and Hazel's daughter; Karen. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Charlie's life was held in July 2001. Flowers are gratefully declined....

Jan 24, 2001

Helen Loreen Veenbaas (nee Gallinger) died peacefully in her sleep with family by her side on Wednesday, January 24th, 2001 at the Riverdale Health Centre, Rivers, Manitoba. Loreen is survived by her children: Faye, Albert, Marg, Lois, Maxine, Butch, Fred, and Diana. She was predeceased by her husband Frank and son Daron. Funeral service was held at the Rivers United...

Jan 24, 2001

The death of Barbara Kelly of Fairview Home, Brandon, formerly of Gladstone and Roblin, occurred at her residence on Wednesday, January 24, 2001. Barbara was born at Neepawa, Manitoba on December 9, 1923, daughter of Jean and Albert Sneesby. Barbara received her education at Glenholm, Winchester and Arden schools. She married Mervyn Kelly on April 13, 1946. They moved to...

Jan 21, 2001

The death of John "Willie" Dyck, beloved husband of Margaret, occurred at the Brandon R egional Health Centre on Sunday, January 21, 2001. John was born at Horndean, Manitoba and raised on the family farm. His family moved to Winnipeg in 1950 where John completed his education. John met Margaret in Winnipeg and they were married on June 1, 1957....

Jan 19, 2001

Roberta Lynn Gibbs passed away suddenly in the city on January 19, 2001. Roberta, daughter of Joyce and Robert Gibbs was born May 16, 1971 in Portage la Prairie. She was predeceased by her father Robert Gibbs, her grandparents Reg Gibbs and Daisy and Joe Wolchuk. Left to cherish her memory are: her soul mate, Jon Drinkwalter, step-daughters Alicia and...

Jan 19, 2001

The death of Harry Ernest Day of Brandon occurred at the Assiniboine Centre on Friday, January 19, 2001. Harry was born March 13, 1914 in Chelmsford, England, moved to Canada with his family that year and spent his school years, working years and retirement in Brandon. The funeral service for Harry will be held at Memories Chapel, 330-18th Street North...

Jan 17, 2001

Clara Ellice Bestward, of Central Park Lodge, passed away suddenly at the B randon Regional Health Centre, on January 17, 2001 at the age of 82 years. Clara loved the simple things in life. She spent many hours watching T.V. and reading, and therefore, became known at Central Park Lodge as "the whiz" at current affairs quizzers. She also enjoyed...

Jan 16, 2001

The death of Howard Edward Willison occurred on Tuesday, January 16, 2001. Howard is survived by his mother; Evelyn Willison of Dauphin, Manitoba, sister; Elaine (Merv) Robinson of Calgary, Alberta and four nieces. The Memorial Service was held at Rideau Park Personal Care Home on Tuesday, January 23, 2001 with Rev. John Wilderspin officiating. Interment will follow in the Riverside...

Jan 15, 2001

The death of Wilhilemina (Willa) Jean (nee Laroque) Einarson occurred at the Assiniboine Centre on Monday, January 15, 2001. Willa was born on June 9th, 1932 to Maxim and Audrey (nee Davidson) Laroque. She was the youngest of 8 sisters. Willa's mother passed away in 1936 and the children were placed into foster home's as it was too difficult for...

Jan 13, 2001

The death of Charles Frederick Sanderson of Central Park Lodge, occurred at his residence on Saturday, January 13, 2001. Following cremation a ceremony will be held at a later date.

Jan 9, 2001

The death of Kenneth E. Sandgren, beloved husband of Beatrice occurred at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on January 9, 2001. Ken was born in Dauphin, Manitoba, the youngest of seven children, to Ernest and Mabel Sandgren. He was educated at the Smith Jackson School in Dauphin. Ken married Beatrice Wiggins in 1966 and together they raised four children. He...

Jan 9, 2001

Gwyneth Laura McPhail passed away at Fairview Home on January 9, 2001 at the age of 78 years. Gwen was born in Stockport, Cheshire, England on November 22, 1922. At the age of 6 months, she came to Canada with her family to reside in Russell, Manitoba where she received her education. Gwen married Earl McPhail on November 8, 1950...

Jan 9, 2001

The death of Margery Earles of Brandon occurred Tuesday, January 9, 2001 at her residence, Fairview Home. Margery is survived by her nieces; Ella (Bill) Simpson of Grande Prairie, Alberta, Noreen Hotson of Vernon, British Columbia, step grandchildren; Andrew (Dianne) Dyck and family of Winnipeg, Manitoba, and Jo-Anne Davis and family of Whitby, Ontario. Cremation has taken place. Interment will...

Jan 5, 2001

The death of Polly Rak of Rideau Park Personal Care Home occurred at her residence on Friday, January 5, 2001. Polly was born at Garland, Manitoba on May 17, 1908, the daughter of Alex and Annie Schur. She had been a resident of Brandon for many years. Polly is survived by her sister, Emily Teensen of Parksville, BC. There are...

Jan 1, 2001

S. Gordon Cameron, beloved husband of Nora (nee Hodgkinson) passed away January 1, 2001. The Graveside Funeral Service will be held at the Brandon Cemetery, Thursday, July 12, 2001 at 2:30 p.m. Donations in memory of Gordon may be made to the Manitoba Lung Association, 8 - 940 Princess Avenue, Brandon, Manitoba R7A 0P6. Arrangements are with Memories Chapel &...