Constance Marjorie Henderson With deep sadness, we announce the death of our mother, Connie on Monday, June 12, 2017 after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. She leaves to mourn, her daughter, Shirley Codd (Rudy Doerksen) and her son Wayne Henderson and his wife, Barbara. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Donald (Tina) Gould, Heather (Darren) Hemeryck, Jennifer Skogan, Adrienne (Jason) Hubar and her six great-grandchildren, Austin Skogan, Justin Donnelly (Malayha), Brianna Donnelly, Kyler Gould, Kendal & Amberlee Hemeryck. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Joan Henderson and many nieces & nephews in Canada as well as 5 nieces in England – 3 of whom will be attending her service. She was predeceased by her husband, Andy in 2007, her parents Walter & Alice Knowles, her brother & sister-in-law, Ern & Pam Knowles, sisters & brother-in-laws, Florrie & Arthur Redford, Min & Ernest Medford, brother-in-law & sister-in-law Edd & Mary Lawrence & brother-in-law John(Jock) Henderson, her sons-in-law, Dr. Don Gould, Jack Codd & her granddaughter, Kathleen Codd. Connie was born on December 11, 1923 in Burwash, Sussex, England. She attended school in Burwash & worked as a kitchen maid & then as a telephone operator in the Guildford exchange. She met her future husband, Andy, on a blind date in August, 1943 while he was stationed in England during the Second World War and married him on March 2, 1944. After the war, she immigrated to Canada in March, 1946 as one of many war brides. With Andy, she farmed in Argyle until 1972 when they moved from the farm to her present home. Connie enjoyed gardening, knitting, curling, bowling, cooking and visiting with her family and friends. Dad & Mom travelled to many destinations with their 5th wheel trailer and spent several winter months in Texas with friends from home and ones they met at Magic Valley trailer park. She was an avid sports fan of the Blue Jays & the Winnipeg Jets. She was a founding member of the Brant Argyle Legion Ladies Auxiliary, a 4-H leader and a life member of the Argyle Ladies Curling Club. She was always ready to help any of her family or friends. Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the light of her life. They turned to her for advice and guidance and always knew that she loved them unconditionally. Her determination and courage allowed her to live in her own home in spite of her poor eyesight. She was able to do this with very little help right up to a week prior to her death. The family would like to thank Michelle Loehmer and her wonderful Home Care workers who cared for Mom with love and concern and became her friends. As well, we would like to thank the doctors and nurses of Stonewall Hospital, the Palliative Care Team, and the paramedics for their kindness and loving care shown to Mom and our family over the past month. Connie’s funeral will be held @ 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 4th, 2017 at the Stonewall Legion Auditorium, 459 Main St., Stonewall with Rev. Earl Gould officiating. A family interment will take place following the service at the Argyle Cemetery. Everyone is invited to join the family for a reception at the Argyle Community Hall immediately following the interment. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Interlake-Eastern Region Palliative Care c/o Accts Receivable, 233A Main Street, Selkirk, MB R1A 1S1 or Canadian Cancer Society-Manitoba, 193 Sherbrook St. Winnipeg, MB R3C 2B7 or call 204-774-7483. A final word from Connie “I’m fine”

February 6, 1938 – May 17, 2017 The family is sad to announce the sudden, peaceful passing of Harold at Seven Oaks Hospital. Harold is survived by his wife Evelyn, children Elizabeth (Ryan), Robert (Lea), Cynthia (Paul), Jeanne (William); grandchildren Valerie, Ashley, Kathleen, Sarah, Daemien, Devon, Samantha, Angela, Nichole, Dalten, Selena, Mia, Darian. Great grandchildren Brody, Hayden, Hylana, Sadie, Amelia. Harold is also survived by his sister Martha as well as numerous family members and his special friends Susy, Cara, and Lola. Harold is predeceased by his parents George and Florence Smaldon, brothers Howard, Robert, William, sisters Edna, Violet, daughter Sharon, and infant granddaughter Selena-Shari. Celebration of Life will be held at Gunton Hall on Tuesday, May 23, 2017 at 2:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Cancer Care Manitoba or a charity of one’s choice. Thank you to all the caregivers who were so kind to Harold.

BEATRICE MARY LARSEN (nee Scharf) Peacefully on Sunday, May 14, 2017, at Rosewood Lodge in Stonewall, Beatrice Larsen passed away at the age of 96 years with family by her side.     Beatrice is survived by her daughter Joyce (Paul) Buors, grandchildren Christine (Murray) Campbell, Keith (Jennifer) Buors, Teresa (Marc), Jeffery (Corlie), Wade (Morgann) Larsen and great grandchildren Melissa, Andrew (Kirsten) Campbell, Logan & Aidan Buors; sister Joan (Wilf) Henke and sister-in-law Kathy Scharf.  She was predeceased by her husband Len in 1980, son Ken in 2003, daughter-in-law Iris in 2011, her parents Lydia & Richard Scharf, brothers Bill, Dickie, Doug, George; sisters Elsie, Mae, Lottie and Alice; as well as many nieces and nephews. Beatrice was born January 21, 1921, in the RM of Coldwell and was raised in Oak Point.  She met and married Len Larsen in 1940 and settled in Ideal, MB. where together they farmed and raised their family.  Beatrice always kept busy crocheting, knitting, sewing, canning, baking and gardening.  She enjoyed spending time with family and was always willing to help out wherever she could.  She was a hard working woman, never complained about anything and always kept a positive attitude. Her family was her life and she held them very close.  In 2012, after over 70 years on the family farm, Beatrice moved into the town of Stonewall, with the last 1½ years residing at Rosewood Lodge.   A memorial service will be held on Thursday, May 25, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. at the Erinview Church.    In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Erinview Cemetery Fund c/o Joy Ogilvie Box 417 Teulon, MB. R0C 3B0 or Rosewood Lodge 513 1st Ave. North, Stonewall, MB. R0C 2Z0 The family would like to extend special thanks to all the staff at Rosewood Lodge for the excellent care and kindness given to our Granny during her stay there.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Donna Lynne Raflant.  Donna is predeceased by her husband Ed Raflant, her sister Kathy Pilgrim, and her parents Fred and Lilian Pilgrim.  She is survived by her sons Brad (Tanya) and Dan (Sheryle), grandchildren Liam, Laura, Hanna and Ellen, and her brothers Ray (Hope) Pilgrim and Tom (Arlene) Pilgrim.   Donna was born in Winnipeg on May 17, 1942, growing up on Goulding St. until the family moved to Brandon in 1953.  Mom finished high school in Brandon then trained to become a Laboratory and X-ray Technologist, graduating in 1962. In 1963, she married Brian Marshall and they started a family. In 1973, Donna and her boys moved to Stonewall and she took a position at the Dr. Evelyn Memorial Hospital where she eventually became the lead lab and x-ray technologist. Donna and Ed met while they were both working at the hospital and married in 1977.  They enjoyed their time together, camping and fishing with friends and family.  Over the years, they continued to build their dream home south of Stonewall.  After seeing both her boys off to university, she and Ed moved in to their new house in 1986.   Donna was diagnosed with leukemia in 1991. She fought bravely and conquered the cancer with a combination of chemo, radiation and a bone marrow transplant.  However, the treatment left her suppressed immune system vulnerable and she soon contracted a brain virus that severely affected her mobility and ability to communicate.  The next 25 years became a testament to her courage and determination.  She worked hard to regain her speech and her ability to walk, driven by the desire to see her family grow and flourish.  She lived to see her sons marry wonderful women and she was able to develop a special bond with her four grandchildren.  Over the past few years, Donna’s health began to deteriorate again.  She faced these mounting hardships with great dignity and grace.   Our family has many people thank for their support during Donna’s 26-year journey.  She was supported by an amazing community of friends, family, and health care providers.  For their love, compassion, and dedication to mom’s well-being, our family is truly grateful.   In lieu of flowers, please direct any donations to the Rosewood Lodge Recreation Department. Donations can be addressed to: Rosewood Lodge, 513 1st Ave. North, Stonewall, Manitoba  ROC 2Z0. Service of Remembrance will be held on Tuesday, May 23, 2017 at 10:00 am.at Church of the Ascension (Anglican). Rev James Bardsley will officiate.

May 15, 1940-May 12, 2017

It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of George Liebrecht on Friday, May 12, 2017, at the age of 76.

George is survived by his wife, Helen, daughters LaVerne (Jim) and Leslie (Joseph), grandchildren Ashleigh (Erik), Erin, Avery, Owen and Joel. Siblings Helen (Laurie), Bob (Debby) and extended family members.

Dad was born and raised in Selkirk, before moving to Warren with his mother.  Dad married Mom on September 11, 1965 in Meadow Lea, where they planted their roots at the Toogood homestead, which they farmed. It was here that they started their family. In addition to farming, Dad spent 42 years driving the school bus for the Interlake School Division.  As a young man, he spent many hours curling, playing baseball, and playing goalie in hockey. He enjoyed watching sports, especially curling, wrestling and his beloved Toronto Maple Leafs.  Dad loved going for Sunday drives on any day of the week. He loved to check the crops, or checking in at the Marquette Café to catch up on the local news. His favourite destinations usually included ice cream.

A Celebration of Dad’s life will be held on Saturday, May 20th, 2017 at 2:30 at the Meadow Lea Community Centre.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Meadow Lea United Church C/O Tammy Matthews Box 52 Marquette, MB R0H 0V0.

The family would like to extend their gratitude to the Warren/Woodlands Fire Department, and Emergency Personnel. A very special thank you to Dad’s nurses Gary, Cara and Gianna at the Grace Hospital 3 South for their attention to detail in ensuring his comfort during his final days. We cannot thank you enough for all you did. A final thank you to Dr. MacMillan for his years of providing care for Dad.

DONALD ALVIN PROCTER

November 20, 1962 – April 29, 2017

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of our dear son, brother and uncle, Donald, of Winnipeg, formerly of Warren, Mb. Donnie leaves to mourn his passing, his mother Alice Morrison; sister Anita Procter and her children Nicole (Andrew), Bryce (Ally), Tiara and Taylor Benson and their father Randy Benson. He is also survived by step-brother Cliff (Judith) Morrison and their family; step-sister Bev (Brian) Brindley and their family. Also, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his father Alvin Procter in 1985; sister Brenda Procter in 2000; step-father Allan Morrison in 2012; grandparents Ed and Ella Procter; James and Agnes Millar; also, aunts, uncles and cousins. Donnie was born in Winnipeg and raised on the family farm in Warren, Mb. He loved to hunt and fish with his dad and his friends. His dog Fisher (Fish) was the pride and joy of his life and he was devastated when Fish had to be put down. Don was a truck driver. He drove all across Canada for different trucking companies and was presently employed by Allan Hanslip Const. Don had many friends who will miss him dearly. There will be a Celebration of Life for Donnie on Sat. May 20, 2017 at 11:00 am at the Stonewall Legion Hall, 459 Main St. Stonewall, Mb. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Winnipeg Police Service – Missing Persons Unit; and to the Falcon Lake RCMP Detachment for their help and compassion at this very difficult time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Assoc. 200 – 310 Broadway Ave. Wpg. Mb.  or the Manitoba Heart and Stroke Foundation, 6 Donald St. Wpg. Mb. R3L 0K6.

Jamie William Romanchuk     1972 – 2017

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jamie William Romanchuk. He is loved beyond words and will be deeply missed by his wife Shauna and daughters Arlee and Amber (Cole) and his granddaughter’s Aleah and Natalie. He leaves behind his mother Gail (Jerry) and his brother Mark (Britt), nephew Cain and niece Peyton. He is also survived by his loving grandmother Joey and his furrever buddies Stax and Maggie. He also leaves Betty and Harold Lillies and family, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends that will mourn his loss. He was predeceased by his father Bryon and his grandfather Victor. Jamie’s happiest times were spent with his wife and girls at the lake, fishing and boating and sitting around the campfire. He always had a passion for his muscle cars and took great pride in his autobody work. His quiet and gentle soul will be missed by all who knew him. The family would like to thank everyone for their condolences at this time. As per Jamie’s wishes a private family interment will take place at Woodlands Cemetery.

Letter from Heaven

When tomorrow starts without me, and I’m not here to see, if the sun should rise and find your eyes, filled with tears for me. I wish so much you wouldn’t cry, the way you did today, while thinking of the many things we didn’t get to say. I know how much you love me, as much as I love you, and each time you think of me. I know you’ll miss me too. When tomorrow starts without me, don’t think we’re far apart, for every time you think of me, I’m right there in your heart.

Edmund (Ted) A’Bear   With his family at his side it is with sadness we announce the passing of Ted A’Bear aged 78 years, of Teulon, MB., on Sunday, April 16, 2017. A graveside service will take place on Saturday, April 22, 2017 at 1:00 P.M. at the Norris Lake Cemetery followed by a celebration of life from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Inwood Golf & Country Club. Everyone is welcomed.