August 18, 1939 ~ April 28, 2023 It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved brother Lyle Velie, on Friday, April 28, 2023, at Sunnywood Manor in Pine Falls, MB, at the age of 83. Photo and longer obituary to follow. www.soberingfuneralchapel.com ... Continue Reading
1925 ~ 2023 Thomas Ashley Johnston was born, October 5, 1925 at the Portage General Hospital, in Portage La Prairie and passed away on October 19, 2022 at the Whitemouth Personal Care Home, in his 97th year. Tom is survived by his daughters Marilyn (Marc) Ruta and Christine Tomlin and son-in-law Dave Tomlin; grandchildren Kelli (Jordan) Gavaga, Jodi Ruta (Clinton) Orr, and Paul Ruta; great-grandchildren Holden and Callum Gavaga. Also surviving are brother Sidney Johnston, as well as ... Continue Reading
February 17, 1955 ~ April 23, 2023 On April 23, 2023, very peacefully, with family at his side, Pierre took his last breaths. Left to carry Pierre in their spirits are his wife of 47 years, Edith; Pierre’s four daughters, Daphne, Cara, Jeanesse, and Svetlana, who will ensure that everything is measured to the “thousandth’s”, plumb, level, and square; Troy, who is taking care of the beer fridge and the garage; and Steve, who is looking after all the little jobs. Pierre’s seven rays of ... Continue Reading
1930 ~ 2023 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Herb, on Sunday, April 23, at the age of 92. He was born in Thalberg, MB., and lived his whole life on the farm until six months ago, and due to failing health, he resided in Selkirk, MB. He was preceded by his wife Jean, his parents Mary & August Steinke, and 7 siblings. He is survived by his brother Randolph Steinke and sister Janet Horne. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, April 29, ... Continue Reading
Peacefully with his family at his side, Renato Crognali, passed away at the age of 84. He will be dearly missed by his loving wife Gloria of 60 years, children Greg (Rosa), Jeff (Donna), Shauna (Chad) and grandchildren Jenessa (David), Alex, Ryan, Gillian and Hannah. Rene touched the lives of everyone he met with his infectious smile, endless kindness and boundless energy. Rene was born in Italy on April 8, 1939. A hard worker from an early age, during his younger years he tended sheep ... Continue Reading
1929 ~ 2023 Lawrence Sidney Hamende of Beausejour, MB passed away Friday, April 21, 2023 at age 93. He was born August 31, 1929 in Makinak, MB to Laurent and Florence (Hodges) Hamende. He was predeceased by his son Michael in 2019, his brother George and his very close cousins Edith, Albert and Don Garton. He is survived by his wife of almost 69 years Helen (Moger), his son Larry (Judy) Hamende, daughter Cheryl (Bob Shaw) and daughter-in-law Shelley Hamende. He is also ... Continue Reading
November 23, 1954-April 22, 2023 Peacefully, after a brief illness, in the presence of her loving family, Gerrie Mazur passed away at the St. Boniface Hospital on April 22, 2023 at the age of 68. Gerrie was predeceased by her parents Ed and Norynne Pritchett, sister Linda Bowman, brother in-law Ken Mazur, nephew Glen Mazur and sister in-law Ethel Wilchynski. She is survived by her loving husband of 44 years Alex, son Darryl and her fur “baby girl” Allie. Sisters Valerie Mazur, nephew ... Continue Reading
After a courageous battle with cancer, Jarek passed away on Sunday, April 16, 2023. Jarek is survived by his wife Heather, sons Jaxsin, Dysin and Ryder, mother Lucy, brother Mark, sister in-law Allyson (Braedyn, Mikayla and Pierce). He was predeceased by his father Stanley, in-laws Wayne and Pauline Krentz and brother in-law Steven Krentz. Throughout Jarek’s years, he worked many jobs and made many lasting friendships. Jarek’s proudest moment was becoming a father and watching ... Continue Reading
1945 ~ 2023 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our mother, grandmother, great grandmother and sister on Monday April 17, 2023 at the age of 77. Left to cherish her memory are her daughters Brenda (Dave), Gene, and Giselle (Sean); grandchildren Amanda (Chris), Ryan (Lauren), Casandra (Brett), Brendan, and Courtney; great grandchildren Colton, Cruz, Jaxsyn, Blaine, Cora, Mac, and Leo. She was survived by her sisters Barbara (Ray) and Dianne (Ron). Gloria was ... Continue Reading
Gordon Mills passed away April 17, 2023. Special thanks and appreciation to Marv and Mary Ryz, Rudi and Myrna Klassen, Jim Hoard, Lynn Patterson and the nursing staff at the Pinawa Hospital. www.soberingfuneralchapel.com ... Continue Reading