obituaries

Dorothy "Joan" Nystedt

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Ronald Biglow

Ronald Biglow

Dec 6, 2017

Ronald Biglow passed away peacefully in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on Wednesday, December 6, 2017. Ron is survived by daughter Cheryl (Anthony) Lalonde, grandchildren Kallista and Kaitlyn. Ron was predeceased by his wife Rita and son Ronald. A graveside service took place on Monday, June 18, 2018 at the Brandon Cemetery. Donations in memory of Ron may be made to the Heart...

Roy Gwiazda

Roy Gwiazda

Dec 4, 2017

GWIAZDA: Roy, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at home (Rapid City), on Monday, December 4, 2017, at the age of 94 years. Born August 26, 1923 in Molson MB, Roy was the fifth child of Fredrick and Anne Gwiazda. He attended Molson School, and then ran the family farm in the Molson area until starting his career with...

Margaret Mckinnon

Margaret Mckinnon

Dec 4, 2017

Peacefully, on Monday, December 4, 2017, Margaret "Marg" Isabelle McKinnon (nee Coker), beloved wife of the late Garnet Duffield "Duffy" McKinnon, passed away at Hillcrest Place Personal Care Home. Marg was born in Boissevain May 26, 1925 and moved at an early age to Brandon. She attended Brandon schools and upon completing her education went to work for the Manitoba...

Norman Graham

Norman Graham

Dec 2, 2017

Norman Graham died peacefully in Brandon, Manitoba on Saturday, December 2, 2017 at the age of 86 years. Norm is survived by his former wife, Irene; children, Todd (Stephanie), Tracy (Larry) & Trent (Joanne); grandchildren, McMillan, Madison, Tyson (Kali), Karson, Matthew & Ashley; great-grandchild, Jack; sister, Ethel; & many nieces & nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Robert &...

Norman Dopson

Norman Dopson

Dec 1, 2017

Norman Dopson was born April 2, 1919, and passed away peacefully on Friday, December 1, 2017 at the Assiniboine Centre Palliative Care, at the age of 98 years, with his daughters Marlene, Joanne and Penny by his side. Norman loved with all of his heart and touched everyone with his wit and sense of humour. He was an awesome husband,...

Sigrid "Siggy" Peters

Sigrid "Siggy" Peters

Nov 30, 2017

Sigrid "Siggy" Edith Erna Peters, 1940 - 2018. In the morning of Friday, December 7, 2018, Sigrid Peters, left our world in the presence of loved ones. Sigrid's children were her proudest achievement. She is survived by her daughter Barb (Bill - deceased), son Steve and daughters Tracey and Diane (Clarence - deceased), grandchildren Nick (Amie), their sons Julian and...

Gilles Lefebvre

Gilles Lefebvre

Nov 29, 2017

With family by his side, on Wednesday, November 29, 2017, Gilles Joseph Lefebvre, age 73 years, beloved husband of Auldene, father to Gilles and Robert, and grandfather to Caleb and Leighton, passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. The family will cherish Gilles' memory privately. Donations in memory of Gilles may be made to the Brandon Humane Society, 2200...

Elizabeth Chambers

Elizabeth Chambers

Nov 28, 2017

On Tuesday, November 28, 2017, Elizabeth Carol "Betty" Chambers, daughter of the late George Frederick and Marjorie (Dapp) Chambers, passed away in Brandon at the age of 61 years. The Celebration of Betty's Life took place at Knox United Church on Wednesday, December 6, 2017. Rev. Craig Miller officiated. Donations in memory of Betty may be made to the Brandon...

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