obituaries

Doreen Cowieson

Doreen Cowieson

Feb 25, 2020

Mary Doreen (nee Mair) Cowieson passed away peacefully at the age of 97 years, 7 months on Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at Hillcrest Place Personal Care Home in Brandon. Doreen was born on July 20, 1922 on Crofthead Farm in Elgin, MB, the same farm where her grandfather had been born. She was the oldest daughter of Ottie and William...

Edwin Higgs

Edwin Higgs

Feb 24, 2020

Ed Higgs, age 81 years, loving husband to Ann (predeceased in 2019), caring father to Kelly Higgs (Robert), David Higgs (Laurie) and Lisa Hercun (Jamie), and loving grandfather to Jordyn and Matthew Higgs, passed away on Monday, February 24, 2020 at the Brandon Regional Health Centre surrounded by family. The Celebration of Ed's Life will take place in the Spring...

David Davis

David Davis

Feb 19, 2020

David Wilson Davis, beloved step-father of Rebecca Davis, passed away at the Hartney Personal Care Home on Wednesday, February 19, 2020. A graveside service will be held at Rosewood Memorial Gardens on Saturday, February 29, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. Arlene Robertson will officiate. Donations in memory of David may be made to a charity of one's choice.

Kathryn Lucyshyn

Kathryn Lucyshyn

Feb 16, 2020

Following a courageous battle with cancer, Kathryn Ann Lucyshyn, age 63 years, passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2020 at Fairview Home. Kathy will be lovingly remembered by her husband Ilian, children Kristen, Jeffrey (Chelsea) and Kaitlin and grandchildren Logan, Liam and Everly. The family will cherish Kathy's memory privately.

C. Blair "Bud" Loree

C. Blair "Bud" Loree

Feb 14, 2020

Clarence Blair "Bud" Loree, formerly of Justice, Manitoba, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2020 at Rideau Park Personal Care Home, Brandon. Blair was born July 23, 1929 in Fergus, Ontario to Ernest and Gladys (nee Henderson) Loree. Blair was the youngest of six children and was the fifth generation to live on the 50 acres deeded from the Crown...

Melissa Robertson

Melissa Robertson

Feb 13, 2020

Melissa Jane Robertson, age 48 years, passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Thursday, February 13, 2020. Melissa is survived by her parents, Doug and Wilma Robertson and two daughters, Jennifer Ricker and Jasmine Dougall. The Celebration of Melissa's Life will take place at Minto Hall, Minto, Manitoba on Friday, February 21, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev....

Marilyn Leflar

Marilyn Leflar

Feb 13, 2020

Marilyn Louise Leflar quietly passed away with family members at her side on Thursday, February 13, 2020 at the Brandon Regional Health Centre's Palliative Care Unit at the age of 77 years. Marylin's passion was working as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse. She was a compassionate soul. The Leflar family only comes across people who praise her. On her down time,...

Al Cass

Al Cass

Feb 12, 2020

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Al Cass, age 92 years, on Wednesday, February 12, 2020. Al was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend. He took great pride in 38 years of service with CN. Al was predeceased by his parents, infant son, sister and brother. He leaves to cherish his memory,...

Doug Roman

Doug Roman

Feb 11, 2020

ROMAN: Doug Sr., age 71 years, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. Doug will be lovingly remembered by his wife Beverley and children Doug Jr., Jason and Cory. Donations in memory of Doug may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 193 Sherbrook Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 2B7 or the Heart and Stroke...

Lee Gretchyn

Lee Gretchyn

Feb 10, 2020

GRETCHYN: On Monday, February 10, 2020, Lee peacefully went on his final journey home. Lee was born in Stanislaw, Ukraine on September 28, 1943, the only child of Wasyl and Stephania. Toward the end of the war, the family travelled east through Europe by covered wagon, sometimes held in internment camps. After an arduous journey, they settled in Winnipeg where...

Mary Tipliski

Mary Tipliski

Feb 7, 2020

TIPLISKI, Mary Jan. 8, 1924 - Feb. 7, 2020 Mom passed away following a short illness at the Boissevain Health Center, at the age of 96. She is missed by son George and wife Veryl Tipliski of Vancouver, BC; daughter Ann Doyle and husband Gerry Isaac of Boissevain, MB.; and granddaughter Kelly and husband Scott Jardine and great grandchildren Jaydrien...

Leverne Todd

Leverne Todd

Feb 4, 2020

Leverne "Vern" Steven Todd passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. A graveside service will be held in the Veteran's Section of the Brandon Cemetery on Friday, February 28, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. Mr. Joe Ball will officiate.

Sophie Norosky

Sophie Norosky

Feb 2, 2020

It is with deep sorrow that we share that Sophie Norosky, formerly Sophie Wolski, passed away on February 2, 2020 at the Brandon Regional Health Centre in Brandon, Manitoba with her family by her side. Sophie was our Mom, Grandma and Great-Grandma who enjoyed a wonderful, long life with a spirit that endured even when her independence was no longer...

Patricia Willson

Patricia Willson

Jan 27, 2020

WILLSON: Patricia Anne passed away peacefully on Monday, January 27, 2020 in the Brandon Regional Health Centre Palliative Care Unit at the age of 63 years. Patricia is survived by brother David (Gail) Willson, nieces and nephew Jaime (James) Leader and their children Brandon and Conner; Zachary Willson and Sarah Willson; her aunt Mary Rohlfs; cousin Rick Rohlfs (Sharon); and...

Jennifer Tiffert

Jennifer Tiffert

Jan 26, 2020

The passing of Jennifer Tiffert occurred suddenly in Brandon on Sunday, January 26, 2020. Jennifer is survived by her loving mother Patti Brimmell; special aunts Robin and Barb; uncle Frank; and cousins Jen and Jayce. Also surviving are Jennifer's half brothers and sisters Kriston, Alexander, Sabrina, Katrina and Markus, all of Germany. A private family service was held. Donations in...

Colin Hardy

Colin Hardy

Jan 26, 2020

Colin William Hardy, the Beloved husband of Brenda Grace Hardy, took his last breath on Sunday, January 26th, 2020 with family by his side. He was predeceased by his parents – William and Anne Hardy (nee Kristalovich), and in-laws Alfred and Grace Hackenschmidt. Colin is survived by his best friend and wife, Brenda Grace Hardy, his brother Larry Hardy (Marnie),...

Thomas Miller

Thomas Miller

Jan 24, 2020

THOMAS CLIFFORD MILLER, beloved husband, father, foster father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, cousin, and friend, passed away on January 24, 2020. Tom was born August 5, 1943 in Brandon, MB to Eileen (nee Mitchell) and Gordon Miller of Justice, MB. When the family moved to Brandon in 1949, Tom attended schools there and moved on to Brandon University where he...

Kenneth Usunier

Kenneth Usunier

Jan 23, 2020

USUNIER: Kenneth John, age 76 years, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at Souris Health Centre. Ken will be lovingly remembered by his children Tom (Judy), Tim and Michelle (David) Thevenot; grandchildren Justin (Destinee), Chad (Amanda Windsor), Eric (Charity) and Tyler (Britney Martin); great grandchildren Braxton, Alyxis and Sara; stepdaughters Brenda (Jeoff) and Leah (Mark); and brother Ron (Carolyn)....

James Cunliffe

James Cunliffe

Jan 23, 2020

James Andrew Cunliffe, age 71 years, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. James will be lovingly remembered by his partner Kim Landrigan. Cremation has taken place and a private graveside service will be held at a later date.

Eleanor Fischer

Eleanor Fischer

Jan 21, 2020

FISCHER: Eleanor Gladys, beloved wife of the late Doug Fischer, loving mother to Gary (Kathy), Gordon (Keri), Donna (Larry Rolfe) and Neil (Colette), passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. A come and go reception will be held in the Ken Robbins Hall, Lion's Manor (west side entrance) on Saturday, January 25, 2020 from...

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