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Leanne Friesen

Leanne Friesen

Feb 24, 2026

Leanne Friesen

October 7, 1961 – February 24, 2026

Leanne Friesen, age 64, loving wife of Keith Friesen, passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.

Leanne Bell Friesen was born October 7, 1961 in Souris, Manitoba to Robert “Bob” and Grace Bell (nee Moffat). She was a loving sister to her two brothers, Gord and Don.

Raised in...

Roderick Leslie Picken

Roderick Leslie Picken

Feb 23, 2026

Roderick Leslie Picken

October 23, 1940 – February 23, 2026

Rod lived a life shaped by hard work, family, and a deep appreciation for the places and people who filled his years.

Born and raised in Winnipeg, Rod attended Morse Place and Miles Macdonell schools. His love for farm life was nurtured through summers spent on his relatives’ farms at Brunkild, MB.

Rod went...

Peter Elvin George Hamm

Peter Elvin George Hamm

Feb 23, 2026



The Family invites you to watch the service to honour Peter's Life. Please scroll below the obituary for the link.

Peter Elvin George Hamm was born on 27 May 1943 in Steinbach, Manitoba, to Ben and Tina (Kay) Hamm. He passed away peacefully on Monday, 23 February 2026, at the age of 82.

The majority of Dad’s childhood was spent in Steinbach...

Philip George Macmillan

Philip George Macmillan

Feb 23, 2026

Philip George MacmillanOctober 3, 1933 – February 23, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Philip George Macmillan on Monday, February 23, 2026 at Brandon General Hospital, at 92 years of age. He was born in Hamiota on October 3, 1933.

Philip is survived by, and will always be lovingly remembered by, his daughter Phyllis (Brian)...

Catherine Louise Wareham

Catherine Louise Wareham

Feb 20, 2026

CATHERINE LOUISE WAREHAM

September 18, 1952 - February 20, 2026

Sadly, Cathy passed away after a short stay at the Grace Hospital, in Winnipeg. Left to morn are husband Blaine; son Clark; daughter in law Darcy; sisters, Karen Gibson, Corinne Vukelic, Christine Dyke; brother Randy Dyke, sister-in-law Karen Dyke; as well as Tom and Crystal Watson, Rick and Cinta Wareham, Murray and...

Jerry Andresen

Jerry Andresen

Feb 19, 2026

"Please God take a message to my husband. Tell him how much I love him and miss him. He is sadly missed but forever remembered. I will Love You Always" ~ Donna, your loving wife.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Jerry Andresen whose strength, kindness, and compassion touched the lives of all who knew him. Jerry...

Sylvia Arlene McKenzie

Sylvia Arlene McKenzie

Feb 17, 2026

Sylvia Arlene McKenzie passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at the age of 68.  A Celebration of Sylvia's life will take place at a later date when family can gather.  

Diane Gloria Miller

Diane Gloria Miller

Feb 14, 2026

Diane Gloria Miller (née Lukey)

Diane Gloria Miller (née Lukey), of Cartwright, Manitoba, beloved wife, mother, foster mother, grandmother, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026, at Tri-Lake Health Centre.

Diane was born on June 12, 1946, in Canora, Saskatchewan, to Anne (née Grywacheski) and Michael Lukey. She was the youngest of three children and attended school...

Jim Robinson

Jim Robinson

Feb 12, 2026

James (Jim) Fredrick RobinsonJuly 19, 1947 – February 12, 2026

It is with deep sadness the family of Jim Robinson announce his passing on Thursday, February 12, 2026 at the Brandon Regional Health Centre with family and friends by his side after a brief illness.Jim is survived by his wife Sandy; son Kevin; and daughter Kelly (Lincoln); grandchildren Cassie (Jordan) and...

Joyce Milvina Espey

Joyce Milvina Espey

Feb 11, 2026

Joyce Milvina Espey

It is with profound love and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our mom, Joyce Milvina Espey (Moffat) on February 11 at the age of 90. Her quick wit and ability to spark laughter remained with her until the very end.

Our Mom was born on March 20, 1935. She was one of 6 daughters born to...

Arlene Walker

Arlene Walker

Feb 6, 2026

Arlene Walker January 22, 1942 – February 6, 2026

It is with great grief and sorrow that we share the passing of our mom, Arlene Walker, on Friday, February 6, 2026.

Darcy – “Mom was just here in Phoenix visiting us for three weeks over the holidays - we celebrated Christmas, my daughter Kaelyn's 13th birthday, New Year’s, and my birthday all...

Stella Sturko

Stella Sturko

Feb 6, 2026

Gary and Candy Sturko would like to thank the kind people of Fairview Home, and the medical professionals who helped Mom as she ascended into Heaven.

Stella Sturko was born in Brandon. Mom was a lifelong member of Ukrainian Orthodox Church on Stickney. Father Skrumeda was Mom’s lifelong friend. In later years, Mom resided in Fairview. Mom was extremely popular in...

Orville Peter Prokopchuk

Orville Peter Prokopchuk

Feb 1, 2026

The Family invites you to watch the service to honour Orville's Life. Please scroll below the obituary for the link.

Orville Peter Prokopchuk

November 10, 1949 ~ February 1, 2026

Orv, as he was known to most people, passed away on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the age of 76. Orv was born in Brandon, Manitoba on November 10, 1949, to Nellie and...

Nelson John Baranyk

Nelson John Baranyk

Jan 28, 2026

Nelson Baranyk

Nelson was born November 16th, 1948, at the Shoal Lake Hospital to his parents Walter and Anne Baranyk. His brother Leonard was waiting for him and his sister Janice joined later to complete the Baranyk family of five.

Nelson grew up on the family farm in Seech, MB. Around the age of eight, his family moved to Strathclair, MB, where...

Jocelyne Tremblay

Jocelyne Tremblay

Jan 26, 2026

Jocelyne Tremblay passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on January 26, 2026, at the Brandon Regional Health Centre.

Jocelyne was born on March 29, 1949, in Birtle, Manitoba. She grew up in St. Lazare as part of a large, close-knit family, where she learned to appreciate the simple joys of life and the importance of being together.

Her first job was at...

William Gerald Lockhart

William Gerald Lockhart

Jan 23, 2026

Bill passed away, as he wanted: in his sleep surrounded by those who loved him. He left us in the early morning hours of January 23rd, 2026, at the Brandon Regional Health Centre after a brief illness. He was known as Bill to most, but to us he was Dad, Willy, Grandpa, Gramps, Great-Grandpa, Uncle, brother, friend, mentor, and so...

James "Jim" Kennedy MacArthur

James "Jim" Kennedy MacArthur

Jan 21, 2026

James Kennedy “Jim” MacArthur

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Jim MacArthur on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. His loss has left a profound emptiness in the lives of his family and friends.

Jim was born on September 1, 1944, to George and Marjorie MacArthur of Brandon. Throughout his school years he developed a love for horses and eventually...

Kenneth Reid Robbins

Kenneth Reid Robbins

Jan 21, 2026

Kenneth Reid “Ken” Robbins

With family by his side, Ken Robbins passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at Dinsdale Personal Care Home. Ken was born near Regent, MB on November 14, 1926, to Harold and Gertrude Robbins.

He pursued a lifelong career in construction and used his exceptional carpentry skills volunteering with Habitat for Humanity.

Ken demonstrated strong community dedication through his...

Carmen Carol Chown

Carmen Carol Chown

Jan 20, 2026

It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Carmen Carol Chown, on January 20, 2026, in Brandon, MB.

Carmen was born in Brandon to Margaret and Walter Crossman on November 2, 1957

Her lifelong career was in health care. First in Laundry and then as a health care aid at the Brandon Mental Hospital. Her last position at Rideau...

Sandra Darlene Hedley

Sandra Darlene Hedley

Jan 19, 2026

Sandra Darlene HedleyApril 5, 1943 – January 19, 2026

Sandra (known as Sandy) Hedley was born on Monday, April 5, 1943 and passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Monday, January 19, 2026 at the Riverdale Personal Care Home in Rivers, Manitoba. Sandy was born in Brandon, Manitoba and lived in a variety of places in her early years....

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