William “Bill” Rosentreter

October 16, 1923 to July 11, 2011 It is with great sadness that the Rosentreter family announces the passing of our beloved Father, Husband, Grandpa and Great Grandpa from Pine Falls, Manitoba. It had only been twenty two days since we lost Mom, Dad’s soul mate for almost sixty five years of marriage. His heart was broken and his wish was to be together with her again – Dad, we know you are with Mom now. Dad is predeceased by his loving wife Phyllis, the centre of his world. Stoic ... Continue Reading

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Robert LaForte

May 5, 1955 to July 17, 2011 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our dear son, brother and uncle Robert. Robert was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba and grew up in Bissett and Lac du Bonnet for most of his life. Robert leaves to mourn his mother Evelyn, and his brothers and sisters: Margaret (Glenn), Harold (Joanna), Jeannette, Isabelle, Roland, Alvin (Patti), Verne (Margaret) and Michelle (Danny); along with his many nieces and nephews. He also leaves to mourn Uncle ... Continue Reading

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Donald Solberg

Donald Mervin Solberg, born in Salmon Arm, BC on July 7, 1940, suddenly passed away in his sleep July 15, 2011. Don was the beloved husband of the late Wilma Solberg, and father of Eugene, Laura (Colleen) and Wayne (Arlene). Grandpa will also be dearly missed by Justin, Matthew, Brayden, Alexa, Allysa and Brianna. Don will be dearly missed by his partner Rose, and the closest friends that he knew and loved. Dad, Uncle, Grandpa, Camper Don, Skipper, and friend will be sadly missed for his ... Continue Reading

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Nicholas Swaluk

October 7, 1917 – July 15, 2011 With heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Nicholas Swaluk on July 15, 2011 at East Gate Lodge in Beausejour, at the age of 93. Nick leaves behind his sisters Ann Nolan, Mary Hanney (John), Tina Guspie, all of Toronto; his in-laws Mary Kowalchuk, Helen Bretchka, Kathy Glowacki, Betty Regula (Stanley), Lawrence Bialek (Joan) and many nieces and nephews. Nick was predeceased by his brothers George and Harry; his sisters Martha and Barbara; and most ... Continue Reading

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Everett Dobbin

1915 -2011 It is with great sadness that we announce Everett Dobbin has passed away peacefully at the Pinawa Hospital on Sunday, July 10, 2011. “Grumpa” is lovingly remembered by Ruth, his wife of 69 years, his daughter Maureen (Garth), son Bruce, grandchildren Laura (Kevin), Robert (Brenda), Jude, and great grandchildren Emma, Alison and Haley, and many faithful dogs. Everett was born near Treherne, Manitoba on March 1, 1915 and moved to Winnipeg with his family in his early teens. After ... Continue Reading

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Andrej (Andy) Modla

Andy Modla passed away suddenly at home on Saturday, July 2 at the age of 68. Andy was born in Kezmarok, Solvakia on July 4, 1942. Andy was predeceased by his son of 22 years, Andy, his mother Anna Modla, father Andrej Modla, and brother Jozef Modla. Andy is survived by his loving wife Zorka of 44 years. Andy will be lovingly remembered by his daughter Michelle Oczerklewicz, son in-law Russ, grandchildren Sara and Erin, nephew Jozef Modla and family of Kezmarok, Slovakia. Andy and Zorka ... Continue Reading

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Catherine Pakoo

June 24, 1947 - July 1, 2011 After her long courageous battle with cancer, on Friday, July 1, 2011 surrounded by her large loving family, mom left us to start on her final journey home. Mom is survived by her husband Roderick Pakoo, her eight children Diane (Clifford), Lori (Bruce), Sheri/Anne (Andrew), Glen (Adrienne), Rod, Timmy, Patty (Tim) and Peggy, her 19 beautiful grandchildren whom she loved greatly, her sisters Dolores (Perry), Phyllis (Clem), Roberta (Marvin), Jean and Shirley, her ... Continue Reading

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Bernice Matychak (nee Popiel)

Bernice Matychak passed away on Friday, July 1, 2011 at East Gate Lodge, Beausejour, MB at the age of 84. Bernice was predeceased by her husband John, her parents Stella and Michael Popiel, brothers Frank and Mike and sister in-law Ruth Popiel, brother in-law John Woligroski, former son in-law Bob Foerster and great grandson Linden Crang. Loving memories of Bernice will be cherished by her children Patricia (Norman) Suttorp, Diane (Lorne) Holigroski, Clarence (Cindy) Matychak and Beverley ... Continue Reading

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Otto Lueck

OTTO LUECK November 30, 1915 - July 2, 2011 On July 2, 2011 our beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather went home to be with his Lord and Savior. Otto was predeceased by his loving wife Ruth, daughter Eileen Henschell, parents Emaneul and Tusilda Lueck, brother(s) Bob, Hugh and Ervin Lueck. Remaining to cherish his memory forever is daughter Wendy (Hermann), son-in-law Robin, grandchildren, Kevin (Coleen), Brent (Rhonda), Christopher (Nancy), Lorelei (Heath), Candyce (John) and ... Continue Reading

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Gail Farrow

Peacefully, surrounded by her family, Gail “Mom” Farrow passed away on Sunday, June 26, 2011. She fought a short but courageous battle with cancer. Gail grew up in Winnipeg as an Army Brat, but spent many summer and weekends on the farm. She worked at Skills Unlimited and then at Arc Ind. in Selkirk. Gail devoted her life to her family, both two legged and four, as well as working with people with disabilities. Later Gail started her own journey with her miniature horses and provided animal ... Continue Reading