Blair Robert Ellison passed away on Tuesday, February 26, 2019 at the age of 59. He was predeceased by his dad Merle. He is survived by his daughters Saveja and Monique, his mom Alice, sister Maureen, nieces Chelsey and Ashley and their families, and his nephew Tyler. In keeping with Blair’s wishes, there will be no service. Donations may be made to the Salvation Army Winnipeg Booth Centre, 180 Henry Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 0J8 Forever in our hearts.

December 12, 1937 – February 22, 2019             On February 22, 2019, Wayne passed away due to health conditions. Wayne was born December 12, 1937 in North Bay, ON to Mel and Veronica Pringle. He was the only brother to Sheila and Janice. He was the pillar of the Pringle family, standing proud as the husband of his beloved wife Jan. They were married on May 20, 1957 and have five children, Laurie Bracken (Ken), Kim Doherty, Wendy Munro (Smiley), Jeff (Linda) and James (Jana). He started working for the North Bay Nugget newspaper after finishing grade schooling in 1954. In 1964, he took a job with Harris Intertype as a service rep and moved the family to Toronto. He was then transferred to Winnipeg in 1967. He was a savvy businessman who traveled the country and met interesting people along the way. In 1971, he left Harris Intertype to start a business with Jan called Casting Industries where they jointly made all types of plaster of Paris items from casting to painting and shipping. From 1975 through 1978 he also drove bus for Winnipeg Transit. In 1970 they bought property near Lake Winnipeg and he and his girls built a cottage. In 1976, they decided to move the family to the small community of Teulon, Manitoba. They continued their thriving business there and then in 1988 they built a new store and restaurant. It was in 1995 when they were involved in a horrible car accident near Stonewall that changed their lives forever. He suffered minor injuries but Jan was seriously injured in the accident. She endured years of surgeries, physical therapy and doctor appointments followed with a permanent disability. He was forever grateful that she survived. After this accident, that almost took the love of his life, he spent the rest of his life selflessly making sure she was happy. It was in 1998 that they made the tough decision to close their business and retire to Winnipeg. He took pride in their eight Grandchildren Shannon Ajibesin (Victor), Ryan Bracken (Krista), Kyla Campbell (Robert), Brett Munro (John), Caemlyn Pringle (Lukas), Daron Pringle, Matthew Pringle & Deanna Fontaine and their ever growing great grand babies. In his last days he was surrounded by his family and he felt so grateful for the family that he and Jan had created. He was a kind, compassionate, caring man and we valued his advice. His incredible sense of humour will be greatly missed but carried on in future generations. The Pringle family would like to sincerely thank the 5th floor staff at the St. Boniface Hospital for their amazing kindness, patience and care for our Husband, Dad and Grandpa in his final weeks. He was so grateful for everything you did for him. As per his request, there will be a private family memorial at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Cancer Care Manitoba. Rest easy Pops, we’ve got it from here.

1921 -2019     Grace Evelyn “Margaret” Heppelle (née Norlen) passed away peacefully at the Deer Lodge Center in Winnipeg, MB, on Wednesday, February 20, 2019, just a few months before her 98th birthday. All her life, and even at the end of it, she believed that God would ask of her nothing she couldn’t handle with His help. So, we say goodbye and thank you to a gentle soul, a kind and loving woman for whom family and friends meant the world. Born on June 12, 1921, Margaret was the daughter and fifth of eleven children of Swedish immigrants, Richard Nils Norlen and Gerda Amelia Karlsson. Born and raised in Kenora, her early years were spent on the family farm on the Anderson Road and later in Rideout where her Dad owned and ran a box factory. In 1941, she married Wilbrod “Brod” Heppelle (1917-1982), the love of her life, and, together, they raised their children. Widowed at age 60, she learned to drive, take over household finances, maintain her own house, drive her outboard to the summer cottage, dote on grandchildren and even become an independent traveler. She was 89 before she decided upon a quieter life in a retirement home in Winnipeg. She was predeceased by her parents, her husband Wilbrod, her sister Elvera Longe, her brothers Gerald, Carl, Henry, Roy, Clarence, Ronald and Robert, and by her eldest son Raymond. She leaves to regret her passing her surviving sons Paul (Linda Lang) and his children Claude, Réal and Ginette; Denys and his son Jayden; Robert (Miriam) and their children Joseph, Christina, Jessica, Theresa, Cecilia, Nicholas, Rebecca and Roberta; Brian (Melanie); her daughters Judy (Jose Araujo) and Sandra Cooke (Allan) and their children Serena, Elizabeth, Cassandra and Matthew; Raymond’s son David; her sisters Shirley Quinton and Geraldine Borton. Also to mourn her passing are eighteen great grand-children, many nieces, nephews, neighbours and friends. Cremation has taken place. KEN LOEHMER Funeral Services in charge of arrangements. Funeral and commemoration of Margaret’s life will take place this summer in Kenora. Instead of flowers, donations can be made to the SALVATION ARMY in your community.

(nee Philp, formerly Lidstone) Charlotte Anne Greig passed away peacefully Saturday, February 9, 2019 at the age of 76 years. Mom will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by her son Jim (Linda), daughters Lara (Paul) and Pamela, step-daughters Marnie & Jackie and step-son Rob; grandchildren Nathan, Kelsey, Julian and Michael; and great-grandson Dreydon. Mom also leaves to mourn her brother Jim (Val), brother-in-law Richard (Gwen, Scott), Sprucewood Place friends, numerous special friends, neighbors, nieces, nephews, and cousins, as well as her fur babies Max and Lancelot. Mom was predeceased by her parents Stewart and Jane Philp, sister Joan, husbands James Greig and Robert Lidstone, sister-in-law Morag Sutherland and many other dear friends and family members. Mom was born September 7, 1942 in Hamilton, ON. She grew up as a middle child in Dundas, ON. As a little girl, Mom dreamed of becoming a nurse and successfully attained an R.N. degree from McMaster University. Mom was a nurse at Pinawa Hospital; she continued to do some nursing in Teulon and completed her career in homecare where she made many special friends. Mom raised Jim, Lara and Pamela with her soul mate, “Big Jim” on a farm just outside of Balmoral, where her medical knowledge was put to good use with cattle and other farm animals. Mom had a keen interest in alternative medicine; she practiced reflexology and massage for several years. She strongly believed in “life after life” and enjoyed attending church. Mom most loved visiting with her friends and family. She enjoyed shopping, singing, dancing, swimming, camping and listening to music. Her favourite way to celebrate birthdays was bonfire parties. Mom always had a smile on her face and kind or wise word to share. She had a great sense of humour, an infectious laugh and a spark for life that was contagious. We would like to thank family members, friends and neighbors too numerous to name who have given us love and support during and after Mom’s illness. Much gratitude is felt for the compassionate care provided by Dr. Christiansen and the rest of the amazing staff at St. Boniface Hospital. A Service of Remembrance will be held at the Balmoral Memorial Hall, Balmoral, MB., led by Reverends Glen & Heather Laliberty on Saturday, March 2, 2019 at 11:00 a.m., followed by a luncheon. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

After a lengthy illness, Archie passed away on February 8, 2019 in Stonewall, Manitoba at the age of 82. He was predeceased by his son Darren Scott Cameron, his son-in-law Daniel Bisgaard and his two sisters Erma and Adelaide. He is survived by his wife Joan, son Brad (Carrie), daughter Daphne, grandchildren Keenan, Chloe and Brendyn as well as his sister Reta. Archie was born in 1936 in Roblin Manitoba and started his teaching career in the area at the age of 17. Archie attended Teachers College (Normal School) and worked in the Interlake School Division where he taught in Rosser and Stonewall. He retired as a vice principal after 37 years of teaching. Archie was an avid traveller who loved to travel with family and friends. He curled as a young man and continued to enjoy watching the sport for years. Archie was a talented writer, penning many poems over his lifetime. Archie loved the summers spent at the cottage in Matlock Manitoba. Archie was a lover of antiques and many summers were spent attending garage sales and looking for “finds”. Archie also loved his winters in Victoria with the usual flock of snowbirds. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to your favorite charity. The family wishes to thank Rosewood Lodge for the exceptional care of Archie over the last five years.

(Nee RICHAUD) 1948 – 2019           Suddenly on February 4, 2019, Eileen Lavallee passed away at her residence in Stonewall. She is survived by her three sons; Blair, Ryan and Graeme (Jodi) as well as her two grandchildren Kaitlyn and Alex. Also left to mourn her passing are her sisters-in-law Lorna Richaud, Lilian Yanciw, Evelyn, Lorna, Alice, Charlotte and Carol Lavallee, brother-in-law Ron Lavallee, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Gordon, her parents August and Myrtle Richaud, brother Raymond Richaud and brothers-in-law: Louis, Art, Albert, Roy and Ken Lavallee. Mom was born in Eriksdale on April 4, 1948. She grew up on the family farm in Deerhorn, MB. She attended Catholic girl’s school at the convent in St. Norbert as a young girl, and completed her high school in Eriksdale, graduating in 1967. Upon graduation, she moved to Winnipeg to work for the Toronto Dominion Bank. In the summer of 1968, she met dad at the Stonewall Fair and they were married in May of 1969. Together they settled in Stonewall where they raised their three sons. After her youngest son Graeme started school in 1979. Mom returned to work for the Royal Bank in Stonewall and later transferred to Winnipeg to further her career. After dads passing in the spring of 2003, mom sold the family acreage in Stonewall and moved into Winnipeg to be closer to work. In the spring of 2011, she retired and returned to Stonewall to be closer to her family. Family was most important to mom, she was a wonderful mother and wife. Her oldest son Blair was born with special needs and she was truly meant to be his mother. She continued to have weekend visits with Blair in her home up until her passing. Since her retirement she also devoted much of her time to her two grandchildren, to whom she was affectionately known as Nan. She will be sadly missed by her family and her many friends. Her sons have taken solace in the fact that mom is now reunited with dad, whom she loved dearly and missed desperately since his passing. Service of Remembrance will be held on Saturday, February 9, 2019 at 11:00 AM. at Christ the King Roman Catholic Church, 315 – 2nd St. East, Stonewall, Father Barry Schoonbaert will officiate. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to Manitoba Heart and Stroke Foundation. Verse 8 From the Book of Proverbs: “Listen, my son, to your Father’s instruction and do not forsake your mother’s teaching”.

July 15, 1937 – January 27, 2019     Peacefully on Sunday, January 27th Don passed away in Goodwin Lodge, Teulon. He leaves to mourn his loving wife, Fran of 62 years, his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Don loves his music, his hunting, fishing, camping and his vacations in P.V. Per Don’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a family celebration will be held at a later date. Special thanks to nurses and staff at Teulon Hospital and Goodwin Lodge.

Peacefully on Monday, January 21, 2019 our dear husband, father and grandfather passed away suddenly at his home. Robert was born October 2, 1946 in Stonewall, MB and spent nearly his entire life living in the area. He will be lovingly remembered and missed dearly by his wife Jean, his daughter Gisele (Dan), his son Jason (Nancy) and his grandchildren Elle, Jacob, Ava and Abigail. Robert also leaves behind his siblings Edwin (Linda), Wayne (Gwen), Martin (Lil) and Sharon (Nick), brothers/sisters in-law Arlette (Edward), Francine, Rheal (Odile) along with so many nieces & nephews, friends & neighbours. He was predeceased by his parents John & Margaret, father/mother in-law Marcel & Beatrice and brother in-law Norman. Robert was the middle of five children that grew up on the farm west of Balmoral. Robert attended school in Balmoral then onto Stonewall Collegiate before heading to work in Winnipeg at Nutty Club and Canada Post. He married the love of his life Rejeanne (Jean) Dubois in August of 1968 recently celebrating 50 years together. He was then blessed with two children, his daughter Gisele in 1973 and his son Jason in 1977. Robert and Jean left the city in 1972 and bought a small farm in Balmoral where they worked side by side for 30 years raising their family along the way. Robert loved the farm, golfing, curling, playing cards and watching the Jets, Jays & Bombers. Robert loved being with friends, listening to music and dancing either at the hall or around the kitchen table. Every Saturday night he would have the Saturday Night Polka Party playing while watching Hockey Night in Canada getting ready for the local do. All of these activities recently came second to spending time with his grandchildren who loved to pester Papa stealing his treats and ice cream. We would like to thank the many family, friends and neighbours who have supported our family during our time of need. A Celebration of Robert’s Life will be held at Christ the King Church, 315 2 St E, Stonewall on Saturday, January 26 at 11:00 AM with a luncheon following at the Balmoral Memorial Hall, Balmoral. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

May 6, 1944 – January 20, 2019 Peacefully and quietly, as he lived his life, Reg passed “gently into the night” at home early Sunday morning. Reg was the 3rd born and 2nd son of Bob and Marj Main. He grew up on the family farm in Balmoral, spent some time in the city, but returned with his wife to the place so dear to his heart, where he wished to raise a family. After leaving school, Reg worked at various jobs, but was most happy in his over 30- year career at Bristol Aerospace. He very much enjoyed his fellow workers, most of whom are still friends today. Reg enjoyed the simple pleasures of life-a cup of coffee with friends, gardening, cutting grass, patrolling his property in his golf cart, sitting on the deck enjoying nature, and watching his grandchildren play in the swimming pool. Reg leaves a huge hole in the hearts of his wife Joan, his daughter Kelley, of whom he was so very proud, her husband Frederic Guimont, and his much loved and adored grandchildren Benjamin and Meredith. Missing him also is his brother Glenn and his wife Jean, special nephew Gordon and wife Darlene and their family, as well as niece Tammy and her husband Brent Turchyn and their family. Also missing Uncle Reg are nephew Warner Main, Shelley and Glenn Schultz, Sean Feldsted, Ian and Ellen Feldsted, Erin Main, and Corey and Danny Wilson and families. Reg will also be missed by his mother-in-law Lorna Wilson, brother and sister-in-law Jim and Brenda Wilson, and brother-in -law John Feldsted. Reg was predeceased by his parents Bob and Marj Main, father-in-law John Wilson, brother-in-law Tom Wilson, brother Sid and sister Madge, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. As per Reg’s wishes, a private family interment will be held in the spring. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to his favorite coffee shop-the Balmoral Recreation Centre. Look for Me- I Am There In the rustling of the trees As there wafts a gentle breeze And the flowers brightly bloom Look for me- I am There In the gentle springtime rain And the robins’ sweet refrain, As the rabbits scamper round Look for Me- I Am There As the snowflakes softly fall And the geese so bravely call The scent of woodsmoke draws us in Look for Me- I Am There                        Love Joan