Dec.17, 1951 – July 27, 2018 With very heavy hearts, our family must announce the sudden passing of Bobby. He is survived by his children, Crystal (Todd), Clayton and Edward Coutu, their mother, Denise Coutu and grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents Arthur and Alice Desjarlais, brother Denis Desjarlais, granddaughter Lovely Coutu and twin nieces. Also left to mourn his passing are his siblings, sisters Agatha Chartrand, Margaret (Elie) Desjarlais, Rhonda Desjarlais, brothers Benny, Andrew and Tony Desjarlais. He had numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Prayer service will be held on Thursday, August 2, 2018 at 7:00 PM. at Wojcik’s Funeral Chapel, 1020 Main Street, Winnipeg. Funeral service will be held on Friday, August 3, 2018 at 11:00 AM. with viewing at 10:30 AM. at St. Laurent Roman Catholic Church, St. Laurent, Manitoba.Rev. Father Paul Tinguely will officiate.  Interment to follow in the St. Laurent cemetery following the service.

It is with deep sadness that the family announces the sudden but peaceful passing of Allan Harold Dudych at Stonewall Hospital July 22, 2018. Allan is survived and will be deeply missed by his loving partner Carol, stepchildren Greg, Daryl, James, Kristie, sister-in-law Lynda, nephews Michael, Travis, Ryan. Also missing him is his dog Kuba. Allan was predeceased by his parents, Christine and Mike, and older brother John. Many heartfelt thanks for care and support are extended to Drs. D. Venter, Daeninick, nurses and support staff of Stonewall Hospital, staff of CancerCare St. Boniface Unit and Paramedics from Teulon. As per Allan’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no service. A gathering of family and friends will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to MASR (MB All Shepherd Rescue), 82 Norham Rd., West St. Paul, MB R4A 2A8. I have lost my Soul’s companion A life linked with my own, And day by day I miss him more, As I walk through life alone.

(March 25, 1952-July 19, 2018)

On July 19th, 2018 Brian passed away peacefully in his home with his family by his side. Brian is survived by his wife Beverly, mother Anne, sister Donna (Ken), daughters Jackie (Doug), Val (Cory), Mary (Darren) and Karen (Jeff). He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren whom he cherished: Gavin (Manvir), Justine (Ryley), Breanna, Chaz, Emily, Sam, Alex, Jayden and Graeme. He had a special place in his heart for his nieces Kendall, Brindley, Jill and nephew Carl. Not forgotten and loved is Alice (step mother-in-law), and brother-in-law Cliff (Judith). Brian is predeceased by his father Ken and Bev’s parents Allan and Anne. Dad appreciated the simple things life has to offer. He loved time spent with family and friends. As his time drew near he said to us “all that is left are the memories”. Dad had a huge appreciation for the outdoors and spent summers camping while raising his family. He was an avid fisherman and loved the solitude at his cabin at Wekusko. He was known for his “buying and selling” over the years and he acquired some treasured antiques. Dad and mom spent every day together looking for new adventures. They spent many hours on a motorcycle and winters were spent in Yuma, Arizona playing with friends in the dessert and enjoying the sun. He enjoyed travelling with mom, visiting quaint places and meeting interesting people along the way. Many close friends were made over the years and their support during this difficult time has been appreciated. He was a wonderful dad and raised his daughters to work hard, be mindful, respectful and kind. Family was his priority and he loved our mom dearly. Before he passed he said to her… “In case I miss you, know I love you and think of me often”. We will never forget you dad and will love you always. Cremation has taken place and no formal service will be held. A private family interment will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to Cancer Care Manitoba in Brian’s name.

December 28, 1967 July 17, 2018 It is with great sadness that our family announces the sudden passing of Catherine Ann of Mount Forest, Ontario. Catherine leaves to mourn her passing; her partner Geoff, son Axl, Mom Cathy and Stepdad Devon, brothers’ Ron, Chris (Sharon), Dwayne, stepbrothers’ Sean (Allison), Sheldon (Laura), stepsister Shantel (Regan) and her beloved furry friends Jethro and Ellie Mae. Cathy also had special memories with her many nieces and nephews, especially with her Aunties, Uncles, Cousins and Friends. All were an important part of her life! Catherine was predeceased by her Father Ron Buckle. Special thanks to Kim, Alana, Laurie, Lillian and Ruth for their support to our family at this very difficult time. Thank you to the OPP and the Search and Rescue Team in Ontario. A private graveside service will be held at a later date. Flowers are gratefully declined. If so desired, a charitable donation may be made in Catherine’s memory to the Canadian Mental Health Association, Manitoba and Winnipeg 930 Portage Avenue Winnipeg MB R3G 0P8

November 4, 1941 – July 16, 2018 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Frey on July 16, 2018 at the age of 76 years. Michael was predeceased by his parents, Clement and Cecilia (Schneider) Frey: brothers Nicodemus and Fred Frey; sister Helen Schmalz; brothers-in-law, Marvin Schulz, Howard Fohr, John Schmalz, Marcel Roussin, Leo Roussin, Anthony Jaworski, Don Salkeld; and sisters-in-law Bertha Frey, Mary Frey, Helen Hoffman; nephew Brandon Frey; niece Deanna Salkeld. Michael leaves to mourn his wife of 53 years, Delphine and his children; Carol (Darryl), Stephen (Lorna) Frey and Tim (Josephine) Frey. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Justin (Tracey) Bruce, Justin Frey, Dylan Frey, Emily Bruce, Joshua Frey, Javann Frey, Meagan Bruce,and John and Tyler; great grandchild Sadie Bruce. He is also survived by 5 brothers and 5 sisters, Frank of Vernon. BC, Gerald (Catherine) of Ottawa, Ont., Fr Joseph of Kenosee Lake, Sk., Ralph (Olivia) of Wainwright, AB., James (Charmaine), Clara Schulz, Sister Theresa Frey, IBVM, Mary Fohr all of Regina, SK., Anne Jaworski of Winnipeg, MB., and Loretta Bouchard of Kelowna, BC., plus many nieces, nephews, relatives and in-laws. Michael was born in Regina, SK. In 1967 he obtained a B. Sc (Mining Engineering) from University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon. Michael worked in the mining field at Grand Forks, BC. and Flin Flon, MB. Michael moved to Winnipeg in 1975 and became self-employed in the Building and Decorating business. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the staff of Grace Hospice for their care and support during this difficult time. Prayers will be held Monday, July 23, 2018 at 7:00 PM. In St. John Cantius Church, 846 Burrows Ave., Winnipeg, MB. Funeral Mass will be on Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at 10:00 AM. in St. John Cantius Church. Burial will be in Assumption Cemetery, 3990 Portage Ave, Winnipeg, MB.

October 29, 1922 – July 8, 2018     It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Frank van Kemenade, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Frank passed away peacefully on July 8, 2018, aged 95, at Rosewood Lodge Personal Care Home in Stonewall. Frank was born to Peter and Maria van Kemenade on a small farm near Eindhoven, The Netherlands, in October 1922, the third of six children. As a child growing up in Europe between the wars Frank kept rabbits. pigeons, and sheep and his love of farming was born. As a teenager he became involved with a local Young Farmers Club and attended agricultural college. All that remained was to buy a farm but in those difficult years that was a virtual impossibility because of the lack of land available in Holland at that time. In the late 1940s Frank met his future wife Christine and together they began a long and fruitful life together that would last more than 60 years. Together they planned a new life away from post-war Europe where they could realize Frank’s dream of farming. In March of 1954 that dream was fulfilled when they emigrated to Canada, arriving with two small children and another on the way. Life in Canada was hard to begin with. Frank began work on a mink farm in Stony Mountain and it took two years before he was able to afford a shared purchase of 60 acres of land near Stonewall with another immigrant family. It took years of toil, working construction jobs alongside the farm work, keeping minks, chickens, and later dairy cattle, but eventually the family, now with five children, were able to move up and in 1967 purchased a larger dairy farm near Grosse Isle. All of the hard work paid off and the farm was a success. In 1982, after selling the farm to son Bernie, Frank and Christine were able to retire and so began the final chapter of their lives. They became snow birds and spent contented winters in Arizona alongside many old and new friends. Back in Canada they saw their own kids become parents and rejoiced in their new role as Opa and Oma. They loved to visit with the good friends they made in Canada and started to return to Holland to visit family and friends there. During his entire life, Frank was actively involved in the Catholic church, supporting his fellow parishioners and local community and helping others whenever he could. Trustworthy, loyal, honest, hardworking, family orientated, these terms describe Frank. The world is a poorer place without him. May God rest his soul. Frank was pre-deceased by his loving wife Christine in March 2014. He leaves to mourn his passing, sons Peter (Pam), Bernie (Sharon), Willy (Cathie), Leon (Gracie), and daughter Marilyn (Randy). Also left to mourn their Opa are grandchildren Kim and Kelly, Rhys, Lane, and Burke, Saskia and Christian, Jennifer, and great-grandchildren Jake, Madden, Beck, and Hayden. The family would like to thank all the staff at Rosewood Lodge Personal Care Home and the Stonewall Health Care Center as well as the Home Care staff at Lions Manor for the care given to Frank in the final months. A private family mass and interment will take place at a later date.

May 18, 1936 – July 5, 2018 It is with deep sadness the family announces the peaceful passing of Alice on July 5, 2018 at the Selkirk Regional General Hospital. Alice is survived by her husband and best friend Dale Bowman. Children Sharon (Rex)Hatcher, Marvin (Linda) Thievin, Cindy Petrowski, Lori-Ann (Garth)Buors, Jason Bowman. Grandchildren Nicole Buors, Kyle (Vanessa) Buors, Crystal (Nathan) Eckman, Richard Thievin, Angela (Tyson) Schoenberger, Tony Joseph Petrowski. Great grandchildren Mackenzie, Armand, Sophie, Trace, Hayden, Sawyer, Aurora and Damain. Alice was born, raised and farmed in Woodlands all her life. She loved gardening and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mom was known to many as Aunty Alice or Nan. Her door was always open and coffee was always on. She will be dearly missed. As per Alice’s wishes cremation has taken place and a private interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers please send donations to St. Oswalds Cemetary c/o CHAS Box 64 Argyle, MB R0C 0B0. The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at the Selkirk Regional General Hospital for the care, kindness and compassion Mom received.

It is with heart-filled sadness that we announce the passing of Benjamin Thomas Sveinson on Thursday, July 5, 2018 at the age of 25 years. Ben will be forever remembered as a kind, tender-hearted guy with a witty sense of humour, always able to make those around him smile. Ben was a graduate of Miles Mac Collegiate and a member of the high school hockey team. He later went on to play with the Winnipeg Blues Hockey Club and assisted his team in winning the Manitoba Junior Hockey Championship in 2014. From here Ben would go on to continue his love for hockey by playing for Lindenwoods University in Illinois and for Portage College in Lac La Biche, Alberta. Ben loved fishing and spent weekends out in the Whiteshell with his bestfriend Kam Nault and the Nault family. He was always in search of that one “big jack”! Ben also loved a good funny movie, music and was learning how to play guitar. At the time of his passing Ben was a student at Red River College and was working for Mountain Construction Inc. Left to cherish his memory are his father Jeff Sveinson (Kathy Grenkow), mother Melanie Caldwell (Kevin Neubauer), grandparents Ben and Millie Sveinson, Robert and Donna Fabbri, Ralph and Dorothy Caldwell. His siblings Steffan, Bret, Vincent, Taylor and Chloe along with step-sisters Sarah, Jessica and Katelyn. His cousin Austin Sveinson who was more like a brother, his best friend Kam Nault and all of the Nault family. His Aunt, Bonnie Ambrose, uncle Wayne Sveinson and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins as well as all of his friends near and far. A memorial is being held on Thursday, July 19, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Bronx Park Community Centre located at 720 Henderson Hwy in Winnipeg. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial donations be made to the Sports Concussion Research Fund in his honour. www.tgwhf.ca/tribute or telephone (416) 603-5300. Skate on “Sven”, you touched everyone who knew you, you are forever loved. Rest in Peace.

On Thursday, June 28, 2018 at the Betel Personal Care Home in Selkirk, MB., David McMahon of Inwood, MB., passed away at the age of 82. Predeceased by his wife Sylvia McMahon (Kunzelman), his father Harvey, his mother Maude (Gibson), his sisters Ethel Ulrich, Edith Jensen, Mary Leonard, Doris Leitch and brother Basil. David is survived by his children Brian (Debbie), John (Lorraine), Myles (Donna), Cheryl, Vernon, Calvin (Cathy), Perry (June), his sisters Audrey McMahon, Jessie King, brothers Roy, Cecil and Stewart, his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. David and Sylvia married in 1955 and raised their family on a farm in the Inwood area. David worked at the quarry in Inwood until it closed. Then he went on to work for various contractors in Winnipeg until he took up farming full time. David remained on the farm until he went to live in the Betel Personal Care Home in Selkirk in 2012. A private family interment has taken place.  A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 28, 2018 at 10:00 am.at St. Cyprian’s Anglican Church Hall Teulon. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to either Betel Home Foundation by mail at 212 Manchester Avenue, Selkirk, MB., R1A 0B7 or on-line at canadahelps.org; or Cancer Care Manitoba Foundation. Thank you to the staff at Betel Personal Care Home for the care they provided David.