Archives for January 2023

Lawrence “Laurie” Michael Horbatiuk

March 31, 1951 ~ December 24, 2022 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Laurie Horbatiuk, loving father, son, brother, uncle and “papa”. He passed away peacefully at home at the age of 71 in Lac du Bonnet, MB, which was his home both in childhood and retirement. Laurie was a comedian at heart, and his dry sense of humor knew few boundaries. He was known for his larger-than-life personality, dwarfed only by his even larger heart. A straight shooter, Laurie told it like he ... Continue Reading

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Shirley Biedler

November 14, 1928-December 26, 2022 Shirley Biedler (nee Wychreschuk) of Beausejour, Manitoba, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 26, 2022 at the age of 94 years, in East Gate Lodge Personal Care Home, Beausejour, Manitoba. She was predeceased by her husband, Emanuel Biedler; her parents, Zacharko and Eudochia Wychreschuk; her siblings, Steve, Mary (Steve) Kowalchuk, Mike (Rose), John, Anne (Peter) Miller, Nellie (Lloyd) Seifert; and she left behind a sister, Elvira (Gordon) Cann ... Continue Reading

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Olusoga John Akinriyibi

1977 - 2022 It is with a heavy heart and gratitude to God almighty, we announce the sudden death of Olusoga John Akinriyibi, who died peacfully in his sleep on December 26, 2022 at Sunnyside, Manitoba, Canada. He is survived by his wife, Modyliner Augustt Badmus; three daughters Oluwanifemi, Ariana and Emmanuella; father Mr. Olagoke M. Akinriyibi; his elder brother Dapo Akinriyibi; younger brother Temitope Akinriyibi; younger sister Tolulope Akinriyibi. Funeral service will be held ... Continue Reading

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Charles Meade Jr.

1959 ~ 2023 It is with broken hearts we announce the passing of son and brother Charles Meade Jr. who passed away on January 1, 2023 at Sunnywood Manor Personal Care Home at the age of 63. Charles was predeceased by his mother Thelma (nee Wood) and his sister Glendis. He will be lovingly remembered by his father Charles Meade Sr., brother Ferlin, as well as his aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Many thanks to the staff at Sunnywood Manor for all the care and compassion they ... Continue Reading