Gertrude Johanna Betker (nee Koster)

June 10, 1934 ~ July 24, 2019 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, auntie and sister, Gertrude Betker, with her forever watchful daughter Cindy by her side, on Wednesday, July 24, 2019, at the age of 85 at Beausejour Hospital. Gertie was predeceased by her husband George, parents Alvina and Jacob, siblings Lilly, Jake, Victor, John, George and Edward. She is survived by her brother Fred (Marie); children ... Continue Reading

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Barnaba Bizimana

1960 ~ 2019 Barnaba Bizimana, aged 58 years, passed away on June 13, 2019 in St. Albert, Alberta. He will be sadly missed by his family. A Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, July 25 at 12:00 p.m. at Transcona Cemetery in Winnipeg, MB. www.soberingfuneralchapel.com ... Continue Reading

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Dianne Best

July 12, 1949 ~ July 19, 2019 Dianne Best passed away peacefully to the sound of music on Friday, July 19, 2019 at the age of 70, at Ste. Anne Hospital, Manitoba. Dianne will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Dianne was a unique and special woman that lived life to the fullest; who wanted to experience it all. The family would like to thank the staff at Ste. Anne Hospital for the care and compassion they gave to Dianne. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, July ... Continue Reading

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John (Jack) Asquith Arran

1935 - 2019 John Asquith Arran (Jack) passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on July 18, 2019 at the age of 84 years. Jack was born in Virden, Manitoba on June 5, 1935 subsequently moving to Glenboro until 1954. Jack met Donna Anderson in 1956. They were married in Stockton, MB and then moved to Brandon. Jack and Donna had two children, Kevin and Christine. Jack worked for Canada Safeway as a meat manager. In 1980, Jack and Donna decided to invest in their own ... Continue Reading

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Martin Joseph Tetrault

March 12, 1927 – July 15, 2019 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Martin Tetrault on Monday, July 15, 2019 at the age of 92 in Lac du Bonnet, MB. Martin will be lovingly remembered by his son Marcel (Joanne), brother in-law Jean Lapierre, nephew aka “second-son” Paul Owens (Song), grand-children Sheldon (Lori) Tetrault, Denise (John), McNeil, Kara (Kelly) Jackson, DJ, Eric, and Erin, and 7 great-grandchildren. Martin will be deeply missed by his numerous nephews ... Continue Reading

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Mary Stilkowski

1923 ~ 2019 Peacefully, on July 10, 2019, at the age of 96, Mary Stilkowski passed away at East Gate Lodge in Beausejour, MB. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughters, Shirley Rolsky (Bill), Pearl Arnhold (Reg), Irene Bialek (Clarence), Carol Manchulenko (George), Bonnie Stefaniuk (Perry) and stepdaughter Noreen Grandt. She also leaves to mourn her passing her grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Lisa (Daryle) and daughters, Courtney and Brittany; Rose; Les; Heidi (Marc) ... Continue Reading

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Marie Josephine Lucille Elizabeth Julien (Jenvenne)

Peacefully on March 29, 2019, Mom passed away at the Lac du Bonnet Personal Care Home with many of those who loved her by her side. Mom was born on January 20th, 1924 on the family farm in the Maple Creek area, one of seventeen children. She often regaled us with stories about her siblings and her adventures with them. We greatly enjoyed these as we were growing up. Mom was predeceased by her husband Napoleon Jenvenne, her son Ralph, and her daughter Yvonne Henry (Les). She ... Continue Reading

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Vera Cardinal

It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of our wife, mother and grandmother Vera Cardinal on July 3, 2019. She is survived by her husband Derrick, daughter Marla Warnick and daughter-in-law Alana Warnick and her Grandson Baby Smith. She is also survived by her sister Annelore (Ed) on Vancouver Island. Vera was born in Iserlohn, Germany October 22, 1955 and came to Canada at an early age, only to experience the Winnipeg snowstorm of 1966. During Vera's years in Canada she ... Continue Reading

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Sharon Ann Want

It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our mom, mother-in-law and grandmother, Sharon Want, on June 29, 2019, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was predeceased by her husband Fred in 1999, brother Lloyd, and her parents, John and Nellie Bialek. Sharon is survived by her three sons, Ron, Don (Candace) and Wally, and granddaughter Erin. She is also survived by her brother Ken (Dianne), sister Wilma, sister-in-law Jane, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mom ... Continue Reading

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Melvin (Mouse) Gmiterek

April 6, 1957 ~ June 28, 2019 Mel passed away peacefully with his family by his side at the age of 62. Mel is predeceased by his father Anton, mother Nellie, and brother Richard. He is survived by his loving wife Linda Gmiterek of 38 years; daughters, Melissa (Jeremy) and Ashley (Brent); and grandchildren, Raina, Brooks, Garrett, Cruz, and Karli. Mouse was born and raised in Beausejour where he was known for his outstanding carpentry skills, hockey playing abilities, and ... Continue Reading