Irene Helgason
Jan 7, 2018
Peacefully, on Sunday, January 7, 2018, Irene Helgason of Balsam Crescent, beloved wife of the late Helgi Helgason, passed away in Brandon. Irene is survived by her children Wayne, Faye, Jo-Ann and Sherri; precious grandchildren and great grandchildren. Irene will be laid to rest in a private ceremony at a later date. Donations in memory of Irene may be made...
Helen Sibbald
Jan 5, 2018
Helen Sibbald died of a broken heart January 5th 2018, a mere 15 days after the passing of her beloved husband of almost 70 years, Bill. The pair had been living in relative good health and comfort the past two years in Fairview Personal Care Home. Helen Mae Ross was born in Elstow, Sask. on April 25, 1926. She was...
Ernest "Ernie" Swierstra
Jan 5, 2018
Ernest "Ernie", beloved husband of the late Norma (nee Brown), passed away on Friday, January 5, 2018. Ernie was born in the Netherlands on August 14, 1930. He graduated from the Agricultural College in Groningen, the Netherlands, prior to serving in the Dutch Artillery. He came to Canada in 1953. He obtained a Bachelor and a Master degree in Agriculture...
William Hales
Jan 1, 2018
On Monday, January 1, 2018, William "Bill" Frederick Hales, age 85 years, passed away at the Neepawa Hospital. The family will cherish Bill's memory in a private graveside service at a later date. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations in memory of Bill may be made to a charity of choice. Complete obituary information will follow.
Robert "Bob" Wilson
Dec 31, 2017
On Sunday, December 31, 2017, Robert John Wilson, known to friends as "Bob", passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. Born February 22, 1951 in Portage la Prairie, Bob was the second son of Jack and Viva Wilson. He attended school and spent all of his young years in Portage before venturing north to Thompson and Lynn Lake and...
Andrea Chachula
Dec 29, 2017
On Friday December 29, 2017 Andrea Christine Chachula, age 38, passed away suddenly at home. She will be lovingly remembered by her mom- Brenda (Keith), dad- Terry (Patricia), brother- Francis (Heather), sister- Kathryn (Matt), nieces, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Andrea grew up in Snow Lake until Grade 8 when the family moved to Flin Flon. After Grade 12, she moved...
Lawrence Gray
Dec 28, 2017
GRAY: Lawrence passed away peacefully in the palliative care unit at the Assiniboine Centre in Brandon on the evening of December 28, 2017 surrounded by his loving wife and family. Born May 17, 1931 in Neepawa, Lawrence grew up on the family farm near Arden. He married Margaret Sutherland in 1959 and they moved to The Pas briefly before settling...
Kathleen Hominick
Dec 26, 2017
On Tuesday, December 26, 2017, Kathleen Valentine "Peggy" Hominick, resident of Rideau Park, passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. Peggy was born February 14, 1921 and was raised in London, England. She met her husband during World War II, became a war bride and worked in a war factory. In 1946, Peggy immigrated to Canada on the Queen...
Dorothy "Joan" Nystedt
Dec 25, 2017
Peacefully on Monday, December 25, 2017, with family by her side, Dorothy "Joan" Nystedt, age 76 years, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. Left to mourn her passing is her husband of 52 years, Dennis Nystedt; son Todd; daughter Treena; three sisters and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her...
Dave Heape
Dec 25, 2017
Peacefully, on Monday, December 25, 2017, William David "Dave" Heape passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. Dave was born in Hartney, Manitoba on October 19, 1944. Beginning at age 14, he worked for a local farmer and later in his teens began assembling machinery for Coop Implements Limited (CCIL). Dave went on to work as a salesman for...
Shirley Burton
Dec 24, 2017
Shirley Burton, age 87, passed away on December 24, 2017. Shirley was born on December 17, 1930 to Joe and Dorothy Hodgins in Holmfield, Manitoba. She fondly remembered her childhood growing up in Bannerman, Lena and Killarney. Shirley married Ed Burton on July 21, 1951. Because Ed was in the military, they moved around a bit living in Brandon, Shilo,...
Isaac Hiebert
Dec 24, 2017
On Sunday, December 24, 2017, Isaac Abraham "Ike" Hiebert, beloved husband of Minnie, passed away in Souris at the age of 73 years. The Funeral Service took place at First Baptist Church on Sunday, December 31, 2017. Rev. Dr. Dick Schonewille officiated. Donations in memory of Ike may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, #3-2430 Victoria Avenue, Brandon,...
Marion "Bev" Wallace
Dec 23, 2017
WALLACE: Marion Beverley "Bev", age 81 years, beloved wife of Dave, passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Saturday, December 23, 2017. A Come and Go Memorial Reception will be held at Memories Chapel, 330 18th Street North, on Friday, January 5, 2018 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Bev will be laid to rest in a private...
William Sibbald
Dec 21, 2017
On Thursday, December 21, 2017, William Roy Sibbald, age 96 years, passed away at Fairview Home. Bill was born July 4, 1921 in Alexander, Manitoba. He attended Fleming School in Brandon for grades 1 and 2; Laura Secord School in Winnipeg for grades 3 through 8; Gordon Bell High School in Winnipeg for grades 9 to 11; and John Bjornson...
James Larocque
Dec 21, 2017
On Thursday, December 21, 2017, James Albert LaRocque passed away at the age of 73 years. A Graveside Ceremony will take place on Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. at the Brandon Cemetery. Rev. Jonathan Hoskin will officiate.
Evelyn Ratz
Dec 20, 2017
Sadly, on Wednesday, December 20, 2017, Evelyn Ratz, formerly Gratton (nee Sharp), passed away at Fairview Home. Evelyn was born September 5, 1926 near McCreary, Manitoba, and was one of twelve children born to Robert and Dorothy Sharp. Evelyn touched the hearts of people in the many places she worked throughout her life. Once retired, she enjoyed many visits from...
Amos O'Donnell
Dec 16, 2017
Amos Charles O'Donnell, age 81 years, passed away at the Dinsdale Personal Care Home in Brandon, Manitoba on Saturday, December 16, 2017. Amos was born on December 15, 1936 in Carrolls Crossing, New Brunswick to Charles Earl "Keyes" O'Donnell and Hazel Jane (Amos) O'Donnell. From 1955 to 1981, Amos served in the Canadian Army with the Royal Canadian Artillery and...
Candice Robertson
Dec 12, 2017
Peacefully, on Tuesday, December 12, 2017, Candice Louise Robertson passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre with family by her side. Born May 11, 1971 on Mother's Day, a beautiful gift to her family, Candice grew up on the family farm and received her education in Margaret (kindergarten), Minto and Boissevain. During those years, she became involved with 4-H,...
Gordon Alders
Dec 9, 2017
On Saturday, December 9, 2017, Gordon William Alfred Alders, age 67 years, passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. Gordon will be lovingly remembered by his sons Kevin, Ken (Jana), Marty (Susan) and Raymond, and his two grandchildren Jesse Gordon and Madison Emily. He was predeceased by son Leslie in infancy. The family will cherish his memory in a...
Edwin Moroz
Dec 7, 2017
On Thursday, December 7, 2017, Edwin Theodore Moroz, age 73 years, beloved husband of Donna, passed away at the Palliative Care Unit, Assiniboine Centre. The Graveside Ceremony took place on Tuesday, December 12, 2017 at the Brandon Cemetery. Pastor Richard Wittmeier officiated. A reception to celebrate his life will take place at a later date. Donations in memory of Edwin...
