obituaries

Mary Dyck

Mary Dyck

Apr 16, 2017

Mary Helen Dyck entered eternal rest Sunday, April 16, 2017. Mary was born November 21, 1926 - the second of four children - to Peter and Helen Sokol, of Carman, Manitoba. Always a hard worker, Mary gleaned much life experience growing up on the farm. In later years she would take on such jobs as digging potatoes, cooking for threshing...

Ruby Greaves

Ruby Greaves

Apr 13, 2017

Surrounded by family, in her 96th year, Ruby Alma Greaves (nee Keay) passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2017 at the Valleyview Care Centre. Ruby was born in Alberta and moved from Calgary to Brandon when she was 16 with her parents and younger sister Bernice. It was in Brandon where she met Jim, raised her three children and lived...

William "Bill" Robson

William "Bill" Robson

Apr 13, 2017

William "Bill" Roy Robson, long time East Ender, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 13, 2017 at Fairview Home. Bill was born in Norman, ND and worked for the Brandon School Division. He is survived by wife Irene, sons Dale (Sharlene), Donald (Jean), grandchildren; Jill (Troy) Lennon, Krista Kowaluk, Shawna (Shayne) Kentel, Ryan (Laurie) Robson, Steven (Tricia) Robson, Clint (Cynthia)...

Norma Swierstra

Norma Swierstra

Apr 11, 2017

Norma Jean Swierstra (nee Brown), beloved wife, partner, mother and friend passed away peacefully with family members by her side on Tuesday, April 11, 2017. Norma's two-year battle with congestive heart failure was hard fought but, in the end her inner strength and lively spirit were no longer enough to overcome the illness. Norma was born October 31, 1922 in...

James "Jamie" Snowdon

James "Jamie" Snowdon

Apr 10, 2017

On Monday, April 10, 2017, James "Jamie" David Snowdon, age 57 years, beloved husband of Rene and father to Ryker, passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. The Ceremony to Celebrate Jamie's Life took place at Central United Church on Monday, April 24, 2017. A private committal took place at the Brandon Cemetery. Donations in memory of Jamie may...

Mary "Maisie" Maguire

Mary "Maisie" Maguire

Apr 6, 2017

The peaceful passing of Mary "Maisie" Maguire, age 88 years, beloved mother of Malcolm and Erwin occurred at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Thursday, April 6, 2017. Maisie was predeceased by her parents, Smith and Maggie Aiken, two sisters, Margaret and Norah, her brother, Ellice all of Scotland and her ex-husband, Ken Maguire of Elgin. Maisie will be remembered...

Boris Kukurudz

Boris Kukurudz

Apr 3, 2017

Kukurudz; Boris William (Gigi) passed away suddenly on April 3rd, 2017 at the Brandon Regional Health Centre, surrounded by his family, at age 79 years. Boris was born to Stella Wowk and John Kukurudz on November 24th, 1937 in Marco, Manitoba. He was the second eldest of six children, and attended Marconi School until grade eight when he left to...

Thomas Trafananko

Thomas Trafananko

Apr 2, 2017

On Sunday, April 2, 2017, Thomas Gordon Trafananko, age 70 years, passed away in Brandon. Thomas is survived by his daughter Tammy; sister Melissa (John) Moore; brother Larry Trafananko; and nephew Aaron Moore. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2 PM Thursday, April 13, 2017 at Lakeview United Church, Regina.

Tatyanna Zazalak

Tatyanna Zazalak

Apr 1, 2017

With her family by her side, Tatyanna Zazalak, age 14 years, daughter of Trenton and Janelle, sister to Keirnan, Skylar and Alexandria passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2017. Our brave warrior put down her sword and declared her battle won. Batten Disease no longer has a hold on our sweet girl and she is finally at peace. Although our...

Marlene Taylor

Marlene Taylor

Mar 30, 2017

Marlene Taylor (Hamilton) It is with love that we remember Marlene's life and peaceful passing March 30th, 2017. On this day we feel blessed to have our parents reunited. Marlene was predeceased by husband Stanley (Lou) Taylor of Minnedosa MB, November 8, 2000. Marlene was born on August 21,1933 to William & Euphemia Hamilton (Woods) in Rossburn, MB. Mom was...

Muriel Peeler

Muriel Peeler

Mar 27, 2017

On Monday, March 27, 2017, Muriel Peeler passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre at the age of 93 years. Remaining to cherish Muriel's memory are her daughters Sharon (Bob) Ernest and Carol (Don) Teale; grandchildren Jodi, Carrie, Sherry, Charlie and Jason and eight great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Ron. In keeping with Muriel's wishes no...

James Burney

James Burney

Mar 27, 2017

With great sadness the family of James "Jim" Wallace Burney, of Brandon, formerly of the R.M. of Cornwallis on Veterans Way, announce his passing on Monday, March 27, 2017 at Fairview Home. Jim was born April 15, 1923 in Deloraine, Manitoba to Gerald and Mildred Burney. He was the fourth of nine children. Due to the depression, at 5 years...

Isaiah Mckay

Isaiah Mckay

Mar 27, 2017

Isaiah Kingston McKay came into this world at 6:08pm March 27, 2017 and was given his wings. He will be held close in the hearts of his Father Neil F McKay; Mother Destiny Mayer; Sisters Desiree & Sofia; Brother Neil Jr.; Grandparents John & Shelly Mayer; his Koko Loretta McKay and Grandpa Faron Wilson and many many cousins, aunties, uncles....

Carolynne Reed

Carolynne Reed

Mar 26, 2017

Carolynne Peta Reed, passed away on Sunday, March 26, 2017, surrounded by her family, love and humour. Mum to her children, Nana to her grandchildren, and Lynne to her friends, Carolynne was born March 24, 1942 in Dinas Powys, Wales, UK. Mum grew up in Cardiff, Wales, and was schooled at Lady Margaret High School. A nonconformist with a great...

David Seymour

David Seymour

Mar 25, 2017

With sadness the family of David Philip Seymour, age 81 years, announce his passing on Saturday, March 25, 2017. David is survived by his children Traci and Will; his sisters Lois Sorochuk, Joyce Perkins and niece Dana Denning. He was predeceased by his wife Loretta. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Mark and Shauna Thomas...

Clara Westbrook

Clara Westbrook

Mar 22, 2017

WESTBROOK: Clara Mae was born September 23, 1930 and passed away suddenly on Wednesday, March 22, 2017 at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. Clara is survived by her four children Diana Evans (Dale), Robert "Jim" Harrower (Sandra), Jo-ann Buchanan (Fred) and John Harrower; sister Dorothy Taylor; sister-in-law Lorraine Hales and brother Melvin Hales (Judy); grandchildren Jason, Karen (Bob), Tracey (Darin),...

Donald Rose

Donald Rose

Mar 21, 2017

Donald Alexander Rose was born in Brandon on April 11, 1927. He passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, March 21, 2017, in his 90th year. Remaining to cherish Don's memory are his loving wife Maxine, sons Rob (Barb Balanyk) and Ken (Susan), grandchildren Arthur (Leslie) and Elizabeth (Jordan) Koch, and his precious great-granddaughter Isabelle Koch. He was predeceased...

Aneta Kenny

Aneta Kenny

Mar 20, 2017

Aneta Kenny passed away on Monday, March 20, 2017 at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. Aneta was born August 20, 1945 in Eriksdale, MB and lived in a log house west of Ashern. She had two sisters and one brother all of whom were older than her. In the summer of 1947 her family moved to Eriksdale where they lived...

Richard Mccullagh

Richard Mccullagh

Mar 20, 2017

On Monday, March 20, 2017, Richard Willard McCullagh passed away peacefully with his wife Shirley and family at his side. He is survived by his son Kurt (Catherine), Brennan and Kieran; daughter Jaylin (Dan) Cormier, Jaydan and Braydan; son Tim (Arin), Anabel and Abigail; step-daughter Natalie (Jason) Dueck, Dara, Dayvia (fiancé Armando), Kai, Zephan, Ransom, Ezri, Paxton and Ronan; step-son...

Garnet Smith

Garnet Smith

Mar 17, 2017

Peacefully on Friday, March 17, 2017, Garnet Leslie Smith, age 97, passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. Born January 4, 1920, Garnet was raised in Brandon along with his seven brothers and sisters. He attended Alexander Elementary School and Brandon Collegiate Institute. Garnet worked as a salesman at P.A. Kennedy Furniture and Mr. B's Furniture. In retirement he...

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