Our dear aunt, Grammo, sister and friend Joyce Elaine Holman (nee Docking) has passed away peacefully September 11, 2026 at the age of 90.

She was predeceased by her beloved husband Peter, parents Melvin and Lily Docking, brothers and sisters-in-law Bill and Ede, Barry, Claire and Arlene and sister Hazel and Serno.

She is lovingly remembered by daughter Stephanie (Wayne) Shantz: grand-daughters Tiffany, Laura and Becky and their husbands and 8 great grandchildren; brother Wayne and Michelle Docking, sister-in-law Doreen Docking and many nieces and nephews.

She had a full life living in Manitoba, Ontario, New York and Florida, working as a secretary, accountant and manager. She enjoyed travelling, golf, tennis, making gourmet meals and baking, Church and visiting with people.

Many thanks to the staff at Heritage Lodge for their excellent care these past 2 years.

Peacefully Dorothy Palmer, with family by her side, passed away on Saturday, August 29th, 2026 at Rosewood Lodge Personal Care Home in Stonewall Manitoba.

Dorothy is predeceased by her husband Thomas (Gerry) Palmer, parents William John and Marguerite Jean Ritchie, sister-in-law Lois Ritchie and brother-in-law Bryan Palmer.  Surviving family members include her children Sherrie Lynn (Irvine), Kendall (Rosemary), Leanne (Lee), Grant (Carolyn) and son-in-law Blair (Laurie); grandchildren Quinn, Nick, Jamie, Derek, Hollie, Kyle, Sara, Ethan, Mark, and Jack; and great grandson Blake.  Dorothy is also survived by her brothers Bill and George Ritchie and sisters-in-law Sheila Ritchie and Bernice Palmer, many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and good friends.

Mom attended Argyle School until she moved to Stonewall Collegiate for her high school years.  Upon choosing her career path in education, she enrolled in Normal School (teachers’ college) and attained her Professional First Class Teacher’s Certificate in 1958.   Mom taught at Aberdeen School in Winnipeg, Prince Charles School in Portage la Prairie, and Stony Mountain School. Mom and Dad were married on April 16th, 1960 and lived a short time in Winnipeg before moving to a house in Grosse Isle.  They soon purchased land and built a new home east of Grosse Isle.  There was no shortage of work as Mom and Dad tackled a new house, barren yard, need for outbuildings and clearing bush for fields.  They were a true partnership, tackling the tough work together to make ends meet and build a home and farming business.

As Dad worked off the farm, in the barn or doing field work, Mom carried the load of raising four children, looking after the house, meals and garden, handling the farm books, and managing time to substitute teach at Grosse Isle School and Rock Lake Colony. Mom was our regular driver to sports practices and games and overseer of homework getting done.

In 1998, Mom and Dad left the farm, moving to a house in Stonewall.  There, Mom continued to take pride in her garden and flowers.  In 2015, they moved to Lions Manor.  More friendships developed and they quickly became part of the Lions community.

Mom was a member of the Women’s Institute in Grosse Isle and faithful volunteer of the Recreation Club and Stonewall Hospital Auxiliary.  She and Dad enjoyed spending time and travelling with the Stonewall Oldtimers Hockey Team and cheering on the Winnipeg Jets and Manitoba Moose.  Mom always accompanied Dad when he went to toy shows to display his impressive collection of International Harvester toys.  They had a wonderful, fun loving group of friends and we will always remember the Grey Cup parties, the New Years Day breakfasts and all the birthdays and anniversaries celebrated together.

Retirement brought the opportunity to relax.  They enjoyed fishing trips to Lake of the Prairies, travelling to places such as Alberta, Arizona, Missouri, California, the Canadian East Coast, and Alaska via cruise ship.  But their greatest joy was reserved for their grandchildren and all of their visits.  Mom invested love into the many meals she prepared for us all, making each gathering special for her family. 

Mom’s later years were filled with challenges as she dealt with afflictions that affected her body and mind.  No matter where she was, whether at Selkirk Hospital, Teulon or Rosewood Care Home, Dad was there with her through thick and thin, evidence of their strong partnership and love for each other.  Despite her condition, Mom enjoyed her visits with us all.  She especially enjoyed a special treat brought in (ice cream was a favourite) or outings to go shopping, out for lunch or most recently, to Quarry Days.

On behalf of Dorothy’s children and grandchildren, we want to express our gratitude to the Rosewood staff team.  We feel so fortunate that Mom’s last days were spent being so well cared for by everyone there.  Without exception, each person was compassionate and focused on Mom being comfortable.  That caring extended to family members as staff offered hugs and regular check ins to see if they could do anything for us.  Rosewood is a special place and we will be forever grateful to everyone there.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, September 21st, 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Stonewall Quarry Park Heritage Arts Centre, 166 Main Street, Stonewall, Manitoba.  (Accessible building access is available on the lower level.)

In lieu of flowers, should friends so desire, donations can be directed to Rosewood Lodge Personal Care Home – Recreation Program, 513 – 1st Ave. N., Stonewall, MB R0C 2Z0. 

After a brief illness of pneumonia on Saturday, August 22, 2026 Benedict Yankech aged 69 years passed away at St. Boniface Hospital.

Survived by brothers Richard, Joe, Victor, John and their spouses, many nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by brother Steve, sisters Anna, Emily (Les), Elaine (Bert), parents Gabriel and Petrina.

Born in Gimli, Manitoba on July 13, 1957. Ben worked placing flags on handles for the Manitoba Government while residing at the Manitoba school for the mentally challenged.

Funeral service was held on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at St. John Vianney Roman Catholic Church in Teulon at 11:00 am.

Pallbearers: Richard, Joe, Victor, Nickolas, Marcus, Victoria.

Flowers are gratefully declined, in lieu of flowers donations may be made to CancerCare Manitoba.

Special thank-you to all Doctors, Hospital Staff, Nurses, and Ben’s Care Providers.

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Jan on August 20^th, 2026 at the age of 69 at the Health Sciences Centre after a brief health complication.

Jan was predeceased by her loving parents Ray and Elza Taplin and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins that all played significant roles in her life.

She is survived by her sisters Sandy Hallam (Stuart) and Judy Fordham (Murray); nieces Lynn Flinta (Lyle), Melanie MacCarthy (Craig), Pamela Galatiuk (Danny), Sara Tory (Derri) and nephew David Hallam; great nieces and nephews Colby, Morgan, Hayden, Kierston, Lathen, Lochlan, and Tannum; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and special friends.

Jan was born the eldest of three girls on March 25, 1957 in Stonewall, Manitoba and spent her first 6 years in Argyle before moving to the family farm north of Balmoral, Manitoba.

She loved travelling with her dad on the transfer truck playing with Lady the dog and had an early love for horses.

Jan attended elementary school in Balmoral and completed highschool in Stonewall. After graduation she pursued a career with Great West Life starting out in Winnipeg and later relocating to Edmonton for a short number of years. Jan’s excitement about becoming an aunty brought her back to Winnipeg where she would continue her career with Ceridian until her retirement in 2024.

Some of the highlights throughout Jans life was the purchase of a light team of black horses, Reba and Fury, along with a buggy that her and her dad took to parades and weddings. Al McMurray and Ev Carlson were often partners with her in those ventures.

She enjoyed a trip to Ottawa, Hawaii, Yellowknife, Grand Prairie and numerous day trips to Gimli, Lily Festivals and family visits throughout the province. Jan and her mom had an undeniable bond that would last throughout her adult life. The two of them weren’t often seen without the other and their laughter could be heard wherever their travels took them.

Jan maintained many of her hometown relationships and cultivated her own within her church, work and apartment block communities. After Jan’s passing, many of these folks reached out with fond memories of her volunteer efforts, kind gestures and festive activities and the immense pride she held for her family.

Her biggest joy in life was undoubtedly her nieces and nephew and if that wasn’t enough, her love grew even stronger as her great nieces and nephews were born. She spent countless hours following their passions whether it was a hockey rink, baseball diamond, volleyball court or rodeo arena.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, September 18^th, 2026 at 10:00 am at the Holy Cross Roman Catholic Parish in Winnipeg, MB (252 Dubuc Street) with an extended family interment to follow in Stonewall.

Should friends so desire, donations in memory of Jan may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

A special thank you to the physicians and nurses of the high observation patient care unit at HSC for their compassionate care.

March 21, 1948 to July 30, 2026

Peacefully with her family by her side, Joyce passed away on July 30, 2026.

 She is survived by her husband Denny, her children Denny Jr (Mel), Clayton (Tracy), Kara (Ryan).  She also leaves behind her grandchildren, Whyatt, Megan, Abby, Cody, Isabel, Jak as well as her sister Florence and sister-in-law Sandra Miller.

 She was predeceased by her parents, Asmunder and Hazel Erickson, Parent in-laws Herb and Isabel Procter, sister Shirley, brother-in-law Ray, brother Ernie, sister-in-law Janet, brother-in-law Ron Miller, brother-in-law Clare Procter, and brother-in-law George Henry.

 Joyce grew up in Lake Francis attended school at Warren Collegiate where she met Denny. They married on November 16, 1968, and raised their children Denny, Clayton and Kara on the family farm in Woodlands where she resided up until her last days.

We would like to thank the staff at the Stonewall Hospital and a huge heartfelt thank you to the staff at Rosewood Lodge for the short, but extremely compassionate and caring care not only for Mom but for making sure we were taken care of as well.

There will be private family service and we ask that in lieu of flowers please feel free to make donations to Rosewood Lodge or the Woodlands Legion on Mom’s behalf.

With heavy hearts we announce that on July 30^th, 2026, Joanne Margaret (Webber) Kon passed away in Percy E. Moore Hospital, after her long and hard-fought battle with cancer. Born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Joanne is survived by her loving husband of 31 years, Alan, their child David, her mother, Janet, and siblings, Merrilee (Shane) and Daniel (Sharon). Joanne was predeceased by her father Terrence. Respecting Joanne’s wishes, cremation has taken place.

As a devoted teacher, Joanne taught throughout numerous schools in Lakeshore School Division, as well as starting her career in Peguis First Nation, and finishing at Broad Valley Colony School. Joanne also served as the President of the Lakeshore Teachers Association for many years.

Joanne had a love of crafting, always creating projects whether it was woodworking, painting, knitting, or crocheting. She would spend numerous hours creating beautiful pieces of art, often giving her creations to family, friends, or any person in need.

Even after moving to Manitoba, Joanne enjoyed frequent trips back home to Nova Scotia to spend time with family and friends. She also was able to experience trips to multiple countries in the Caribbean & Europe.

Joanne also had a love for music, participating in the Fisher Branch Songbirds choir, and as a skilled pianist she would play the organ at her church of chosen faith, St. Philip’s Anglican Church in Hodgson.

The family would like to thank the medical staff at Johnson Memorial Hospital, CancerCare Manitoba, Percy E. Moore Hospital and the Home Care workers from IERHA for their excellent care throughout Joanne’s medical journey and into her last days. We would also like to thank the Broad Valley Colony for their generosity and hospitality shown to Joanne and her family. 

A celebration of life service took place at 1:30 pm on Saturday, August 8^th, 2026 at the Ukrainian National Hall in Fisher Branch.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Kevin Griffin, who passed away on July 22nd, 2026 at the age of 40. 

Kevin was born on January 12th, 1986 in Winnipeg and was known for his kind heart, sense of humour and unwavering love for his family and friends. He touched the lives of many.

He will be lovingly remembered by his spouse Elaine, their children Kaelynn and Kaedyn, his parents Lisa [Roland] and Rob [Cindy], his sisters Melanie (Vance) [kids Daxton & Dallas] and Sarah [Carson; kids Payton & Oaklyn]; as well as his bestfriends, friends and extended family.

Kevin enjoyed fishing, woodworking and spending time with friends and family. He also loved playing different sports growing up such as curling, baseball and had a great love for hockey. Those who knew him will remember the joy he brought to every gathering and the lasting impact he made on the people around him.

Though his time with us was far too short, his memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

A celebration of Kevin’s life will be held on August 29th, 2026 at 1:00pm at the Woodlands Hall.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Mental Health Association or a mental health organization of your choice.

The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude for the support, kindness, and condolences received during this difficult time.

“Though we cannot see you,

You walk beside us every day.

Loved beyond words,

Missed beyond measure.”

Our family is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Barry Leo in the early morning hours of Wednesday July 8, 2026 at the Teulon Hospital Transitional Care Unit.  Barry was predeceased by his wife Shirley; his sister, Constance Drebit and brother-in-law Steve Drebit. Left to cherish his memory and love, daughter June (Perry) McMahon, sons B Dean Jeske and Perry Jeske, granddaughter Dr. Kristin (husband Vincent) McMahon, Andrew (friend Marissa) McMahon, great granddaughter Liv and brother-in-law Raymond (Monique) Mayner, many nieces, great nieces, nephews and great nephews as well our extended family of Joan Trombo’s.

Barry was born in Teulon, Manitoba on February 26, 1944 and grew up within Teulon.  Ever the athlete, Barry played a number of sports such as footfall, baseball, hockey during his high school years and then an avid curler and golfer in adulthood. Barry would later coach June and the Northern Goose Girls Fastball team for many years, winning many Provincial Championship titles and playing in the Western Canadians and Canadian National championships.  Dad’s work career started in his teenage years when he worked in the Meat Locker with his Dad, Leo. He graduated from Red River College as an Accountant and worked at number of different places such as the TD Bank, Health Science Centre, South Interlake Credit Union, Northern Goose Processing Ltd and eventually, Interlake Electric Ltd.  He enjoyed working at Interlake Electric so much he did not retire until September of 2025 (after 27 years of service) at the age of 81. Barry also enjoyed volunteering within the Community:  a Fireman with the Teulon Fire Department, member of the Teulon HealthCare Foundation, Chairman of the Board for Gateway Manor, member of Teulon Golf and Country Club and member of St Peter Lutheran Church.  He conducted the financial audits for quite a number of organizations in Teulon for 35+ years.

One of Barry’s favourite pastimes was fishing.  He really enjoyed fishing with his family and friends, especially on the Red River where he usually managed to catch Master Angler catfish on more than one occasion (kept a book with all his certificates).  Barry also enjoyed traveling/visiting many countries and going on many cruises with Shirley.  Highlight of their travels was visiting son Perry in Miami, FL every winter.  Barry really loved to go camping with family and friends, especially his camping trips with the cousins and camping with June, Perry, Kristin and Andrew.  Barry’s first love:  His Family. Barry always made time to attend his children, grandchildren, and great grandchild’s events whether it be sports (many many sports), music, arts, dance recitals or birthday parties.  Barry also enjoyed playing cards into the wee hours of the night with friends, sitting around having coffee, chatting up with family and friends.  Father’s Day was always special to Barry as it meant it was a wiener roast with family. He loved roasting wieners on an open fire and eating those hot dogs.

The family would like to thank the medical staff, nurses, therapists and health care aides of the Selkirk Regional Health Centre, the Selkirk Transitional Care Unit and the Teulon Hospital Transitional Care Unit for all their care for Barry.  Special thanks to all family and friends that came to visit Barry in the hospital and TCUs.  The staff were always amazed of how many visitors he had; he was loved by so many.

The family welcomes you to join them for the funeral service for Barry on Friday, July 17, 2026 at 10:30am at the Windsor Cemetery, Teulon MB, followed by lunch at the Teulon Rockwood Centennial Centre, Teulon MB, from 11:30am – 2:00pm. 

If weather does not permit, funeral service will be in Teulon Rockwood Centennial Centre.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St Peter Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, Box 94, Teulon, MB, or Teulon Healthcare Foundation Inc., Box 312, Teulon, MB. R0C 3B0 or a charitable organization of your choice.  

Thank you to KEN LOEHMER FUNERAL SERVICES – TEULON for his support and care in preparing for Barry’s service.

To Barry Leo

May the Lord bless you and keep you

May the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you

May the Lord give you peace.  Amen.

We love you Barry Leo.

Peacefully with her family by her side Mom passed away at the Gimli Community Health Centre on July 7, 2026 at the young age of 91 years.

Mom was predeceased by her husband Mike (2008).

Left to forever cherish her memory and miss her dearly are her loving children Noreen (Lawrence) Walkin, Lawrence (Dennene) Senga, and Vicki Senga as well as her grandchildren Reid (Keiron) and Laine Senga. 

There are no words to describe the empty hole she has left in our hearts.  Mom, thank you for being the best Mom and leaving us with a lifetime of precious memories.   We have been blessed to have you with us this long.  May you rest in peace.  Love you forever ❤️

We would like to thank the Paramedics and Emergency Staff for their care and compassion during this most difficult time.

Ken Loehmer Funeral Services in care of arrangements.

Thank you Ken for your gentle approach in getting our family through this difficult time.