May 9, 1935 – November 29, 2024

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of John Barbour on November 29, 2024, at the age of 89 at Teulon Hunter Memorial Hospital and Care Home.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife Florence (Flo); their sons Glenn (Rosa), Doug (Nicole), Calvin (Beth), and Dale; John’s daughter Bonnie from a previous relationship: his sister Ethel; grandchildren Curtis (Caitlyn), Dustin, Tessa, Santana (Carisa), Christopher (Katie), and great grandchildren: Penelope, Max, and Malcolm.

John was predeceased by his parents Jack and Ada, his sister Jean Kuran, and brothers-in-law Bob Gottfreid and Robert Kuran.

John was born on May 9, 1935, and raised on the family farm in Balmoral, Manitoba. In his youth he built a deep circle of friends that would stay with him throughout his entire life. Losing those friends over the last few years, was the hardest part of getting older for Dad.

Dad travelled and worked across the country in his youth: he went out to British Columbia for a year to work in Vancouver, and worked on telegraph lines across British Columbia and Northern Ontario. By 1959 he was back in Winnipeg and met and married Florence Allen on May 23, 1959. Life would give them 65 good years together and a family.

After getting married, Dad came out to the family farm in Balmoral and took up farming. He took provincial training, expanded the farm, and added cattle and pigs in the 1970s. Dad also began working part-time at Headingly Correctional Centre as a guard in the 1970s: a career that would quickly became full time and that would take him into retirement in the 1990s.

Work at the jail and farming kept Dad busy: but he always made time for family vacations during the summer. Some of the best vacations were with the extended family and Dad always welcomed his nieces and nephews on the farm with open arms. We travelled across Canada to the West Coast and toured the camp grounds of Manitoba and Northern Ontario before building a family cabin at Grindstone Provincial Park. Some of our fondest memories are of Dad standing around the Coleman stove—the clank of a pot touching the grill—as he cooked breakfast for us.

Dad used to say that there were beach families and non-beach families: he always made sure we were a beach family. He loved heading up to Winnipeg Beach or heading over to Lockport on the weekend to pick up a hotdog from Skinner’s or the Halfmoon Restaurant.

Dad had a knack for telling stories and giving people knick-names. He would regale his family with stories at the dinner table and his friends at the Rec Centre in Balmoral.

Retirement gave John and Flo a new lease on life and a chance to spend more time together. They spent their winters in Mexico and British Columbia, before settling into making annual trips down to Arizona. Along the way they made new friends in every community they stayed and in Arizona they joined a robust community of Balmoral snowbirds.

Dad loved golfing and some of his best retirement moments were spent travelling with his crew up to Inwood Golf Course, or to other golf courses in the Interlake, where they could spend an afternoon together and share stories about who was doing what in their community.

Dad’s last year was spent at Teulon Hunter Memorial Hospital and Care Home the family deeply appreciates the care attention that the staff their provided for him.

A celebration of life will be held on Friday, December 6, 2024 at 2:00 pm at Balmoral Community Hall, Balmoral, Manitoba.

Margaret was born in Tisdale Saskatchewan on May 23, 1937 and passed on November 26, 2024. Mom was born prematurely so, it is from those tenuous beginnings that her strong will to live and lust for life were cultivated. These strengths served her well throughout her lifetime giving her the strength to carry on when even she was in doubt.

Mom enjoyed some early years in Oak River Manitoba where she formed life long friendships that lasted the tests of time. These days as a young girl were happy times that were fondly remembered. Her teen years were spent in Steinbach MB. where her father was the local Pharmacist.

Possessing a quick mind and a quick wit. Mom entered University at the tender age of 16. Life and work interrupted the formal education; however, it did not hinder Margaret’s ability to handle a multitude of tasks.

Soon Margaret was blessed with her two children Brock and Brenda. The focus was on being a mom. This included a life changing decision to leave the city and allow her offspring to grow up in a rural environment. It was the BEST decision ever! What followed were some very great years in Springfield MB where dogs, horses and outdoor living took a priority for Margaret’s family.

During the 1990 – 2000s, Margaret settled North of the town of Inwood in the Interlake where some ranching and more dog memories were created. When the farm was sold a journey to Vancouver was in order where Mom lived until returning to the Interlake in 2016.  Mom’s time in Vancouver was treasured as she was able to spend time with her daughter Brenda.  The two enjoyed quality “mother/daughter” time with some memorable adventures thrown in as well.

“Aging is not for the faint of heart”, and this reality settled in on Mom’s life over the past 10+ years. This did not diminish that fighting spirit, the twinkle in her eye, the sense of mischief that made Mom such an interesting woman.

Mom’s final four years were spent in the excellent care of the good people at Rosewood Lodge in Stonewall MB. The family would like to express our gratitude for the kindness and understanding of all of the staff members who helped Mom over these past few years. It was heartwarming to hear the shared stories from the staff of their experiences with Mom. She was small, but mighty and made an impression. Margaret’s strength, toughness and spirit were common themes when others shared their stories. We are grateful for their kind words.

Margaret is survived by her son Brock Haywood (Susan), daughter Brenda Taylor (Ian) and sister Barbara Weatherby (Gord). As per Mom’s wishes the family will have a private memorial at a later date.

November 29, 1937 – November 23, 2024

It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Henry (Kelly) Isbister on Saturday, November 23, 2024 one week shy of his 87^th birthday.

Kelly was predeceased by his parents Harry and Lillian, brother Colin (Ike), brothers-in-law Ted Patterson and Jim McMahon, sister-in-law Ellen Isbister and niece Lynn McDonald.

Kelly is survived by his brothers Bryant (Donna) and Wayne (Dianne); sisters Bev (Scotty) Birnie, Linda (Robert) Harrison, Judy Patterson, Brenda (Danny) Granger and Beth (Murray) Last; sister-in-law Emily Phipps; numerous nieces and nephews and very good friend Larry Rode.

Cremation has taken place and as per Kelly’s request no formal funeral service will be held.

We would like to thank the staff at Ironwood Supportive Housing in Pinawa and most recently Springfield Place in Oakbank for taking such good care of Henry.

MARCH 20, 1931 – November 19, 2024

Peacefully at Betel Home in Gimli on Nov. 19, 2024 Mom passed away at the age of 93 years.

Mom was predeceased by her husband Ned, infant son, parents Olga and Josef Valka, brother Joe (Nettie), sisters Emily (Jerry); Betty (George), Mary and Anne (Ed).

She will be remembered by her children Lyle (Rosemary), Myles (Jean), Gwen (Chris) and Cory (Marie).

Her grandchildren Alison (Dean), Owen; Curtis (Jake); Tim (Lauren), Scott (Ashlee), Michelle (Ben), Joel (Chelsea) along with 11 great grandchildren and 1 great – great grandchild. As well as Godsons Larry Valka and Barry Hudyma and special friends Alice Boychyn and Delores Darowany.

Mom was born in Fraserwood and then the family moved to Teulon where she resided until April 2019.

Mom enjoyed crafting, baking, cooking, gardening, sewing and knitting.

She was first employed as a school teacher at Skogan School. After raising her children she took a healthcare-aid course and worked at Goodwin Lodge in Teulon for 21 years. But she most enjoyed looking after her grandkids, visits from them, phone calls or facetime with them.

We would like to thank all staff at Betel for making Mom feel welcome and also for the care she received especially in her final days. Words cannot express our gratitude to the staff. There are too many to mention by name.

Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 11:00 am. at Gunton – Greenwood Community Hall, Gunton, MB., viewing at 10:30 am with interment at Windsor Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers Mom’s wish was for donations to the Windsor Cemetery c/o John Logan, Box 246, Teulon, Manitoba, R0C 3B0.

June 29, 1961 – November 18, 2024

It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marc Fontaine on November 18, 2024, after a short but courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Marc will be forever remembered and greatly missed by the love of his life Teresa; brothers Real (Doris), Guy (Bonita), Luc; nephews Remi (Trish), Paul (Shay), Jules (Brandi), Jeremiah; brother in- laws Jeff (Corlie), Wade (Morgann) nieces Kendall & McKenzie; along with his great nieces and nephews.

Marc was predeceased by his father Joseph-Marie (1977), mother Lilliane (1984), brother Louis (1998) and in-laws Ken (2003) and Iris (2011).

Marc grew up on the family farm east of St. Laurent and was very proud of his roots.    His passion for hockey was evident as he played the game on various teams and competed in many tournaments.     

Marc worked in the pipeline industry for the past 20+ years on various projects across Canada.  He was well known in the industry for his physical strength and strong work ethic.  Marc was a man of his word and wasn’t afraid to voice his opinion whether you liked it or not.

Marc was an avid outdoorsman and relished in all that nature had to offer.  He loved listening to the birds, observing wildlife and breathing in the clean fresh air.  He enjoyed being out in the elements and took advantage of every opportunity he had to go fishing whether it be on the ice, in the boat or along the shore.  He also liked to go quadding, snowmobiling, playing cards and spending time with family and friends.  

Anyone who knew Marc will remember his keen eye for detail.  His love for woodworking and taking on building projects was a self-taught skillset, and he was looking forward to being able to do more of it in retirement. 

As per Marc’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no formal funeral service.

A private Celebration of Life will be held in the Summer of 2025.

Special thanks to the staff at the Selkirk Regional Health Centre for the care and compassion that was provided and shown towards Marc right from diagnosis in July to his final days.

Marc – you were such a good man and loved by so many.  I was so blessed to be a part of your life.  Until we meet again my love – there are no goodbyes for us.  Wherever you are, you will always be in my heart – Love Teresa

On Monday, November 4, 2024, with her granddaughter Crystal by her side, Mom left us peacefully to be with Dad, many relatives, friends and her Saviour.

Predeceased by her parents, Fred & Marvel, her in-laws; Charles and Joan, brother-in-law Percy & wife Elsie and our father, Leslie. 

Mom was the eldest of Fred & Marvel Boyd and raised on a farm west of Argyle Mb.

Coincidently across the road was a young man, who only had eyes for her, and eventually became our parents.

At an early age she started surgically operating on her dolls. Her passion was to become a Registered Nurse, just as her Aunt Jennie Boyd was. Another passion, was to be a teacher, so for a brief time she taught in the Long Plains District and then decided to follow her life long dream. And so in 1954 Mom graduated from the Children’s Hospital of Nursing, Wpg. And later that same year, Mom and Dad were married on a beautiful harvest day, October 15th. She moved across the road and there, their family began.

Mom stayed at home raising us 3, and with their hired man Mike, he and Dad milked cows, field work, until an accident in ’69 changed Dad’s mobility. Mike, her mother-in-law, young Fred and Rod helped where needed as Dad recovered and supervised.

Thankfully Mom had her nursing degree and started at Dr. Evelyn Memorial Hospital, Stonewall. And eventually became Head Nurse. She took many courses in Winnipeg and Ottawa upgrading her knowledge. She held that position with pride. She loved her responsibilities, her coworker’s and was very compassionate of her patients. She worked there until her retirement in ’92. 

Now there was more time for her and Dad to travel. They both enjoyed a bus trip to the Maritimes and visiting relatives out west. More time to spend in the greenhouse, perennial gardens, their gazebo and most importantly, their grandchildren. She also cared for her mother too. She was an active member in the Interlake Horticulture for years and won many awards. A clock she was presented for ‘Best Rose’, in ’97 hung in their kitchen and then in her room at Rosewood Lodge. 

When Dad passed in ’02, Mom continued with her park like setting yard, a bigger, stronger sunroom was built. You could find her in there enjoying her lunch, reading a book and watching what was going on at Rod’s shop. She started watching curling, her favorites were Jennifer Jones and Reid Carruthers. She received signed autographs from them both. Family gifted her with more bird and hummingbird feeders, furniture for the sunroom. She went on an Alaskan cruise with her cousin Joy Brindley. And many other outings. Spending time with her family was very important to her and all of her family visited quite regularly. 

Unfortunately in 2020 Mom fell ill. She had to leave her sanctuary she loved so much, but knew it was being looked after. 

Mom is survived by her brother Bob Boyd (Lorraine).

She leaves love, dedication & memories to us; Fred (Beth), Rod (Barb) and Val (Carl).

Grandchildren that she & Dad adored; Amanda (Martine), Tanya (Trevor), Morgan (Chris), Travis (Danielle), Crystal, Cheryl (Evan), Candace (Blair), Justin (Samantha), Charlie (Leanne), and Dylan. 

The great grandchildren that kept her young; Kaydence, Autumn (Noah), Mykayla, Bristol, Logan, Brayden, Karmen, Kallie, Gordon, Claire & her newest great grandson, Levi.

Service will be held Friday, November 15, 2024 at 11 a.m. in the Argyle Community Hall, 55 E PR 323, Argyle, MB followed by a luncheon. 

Interment at St. Oswald’s Cemetery, family only.

We would like to thank the wonderful staff at Rosewood Lodge Stonewall for the exceptional care Mom received. We can’t thank you enough.

And to Ken Loehmer and staff to get us through this difficult time.

In lieu of flowers, donations of one’s choice to either Rosewood Lodge, Stonewall, MB or Cancer Care, Wpg.

December 28, 1971 – November 1, 2024

     The family of Glenda Kathryn Baldwin sadly announce her passing while vacationing in California on November 1, 2024 at the age of 52.

     Predeceased by her father Glenn Baldwin. Survived by her mother Elaine Baldwin (nee Madill); brothers David, Sean and three nephews and a large extented Baldwin family.

     A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Quarry Park in Stonewall.

October 30, 1940 – October 27, 2024

It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Dad on Sunday, October 27, 2024, at the age of 83. He will be sadly missed by his children: Melissa (Trevor) and Kenneth. Granddaughter Britney and Great Granddaughter Emily. Dad took joy in being called “Grumpus” vs Grandpa by both Britney & Emily.

Henry met his future wife Jackie having been set up on a blind date, they first resided in Winnipeg, moving briefly to Woodlands then to finally settle in Stony Mountain. Mom & Dad were married for 42 years when mom passed away in 2007. Dad has always been an avid gardener, this love of gardening he has passed down to his granddaughter Britney, as many know dad did not believe in a small garden, the abundance of crops he would get some years had us scrambling to give away or donate to the Interlake Food Bank a place where both mom & dad volunteered. Dad had a passion for his family tree & local history and spent countless hours working on it contacting family far and wide, having Melissa spend hours typing information for him. This hobby Melissa continues to this day.

Dad grew up in the Grassmere District on the Lindley family farm. Where at the age of 21 he enrolled in the Army, he received an Honorably Release in 1964 and shortly thereafter he started his employment with the Government of Canada as a Correctional Officer at the Stony Mountain Penitentiary, retiring after 31.5 of service. After retirement he gained a few new hobbies, one being travelling. He would read an interesting story about a place and decide the next day to go and check it out. Once such a trip saw him drive out 3 – 4 hours, not find the place to return home, get the correct info and do it again the next day, now successful in finding it and taking the pictures, he wanted. We knew exactly why there were so many Km’s on his trucks. He also loved to collect stoneware crocks, John Deer tractors both big & small, and glass bottles. On many occasions Kenny would warn Dad saying he would line them up and use them for target practice.

A Celebration of Life will be held on November 10^th, 2024, from 1 – 3 pm at Grosse Isle Recreation Club, Grosse Isle, MB. Internment in the Grassmere United Cemetery will be done later. In holding to Dad’s style, the service will be friends, family, co-workers those that knew him, sitting around chatting away enjoying each other’s company, have a cup of tea or coffee, sandwiches & dainties. His way, like he loved to say no bells, no whistles.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Prairie Dog Central Railway c/o The Vintage Locomotive Society Inc., PO Box 33021, RPO Polo Park, Winnipeg, MB R3G 3N4

1925-2024

Peacefully on October 27, 2024 at 99 years of age, Frank passed away at the Johnson Memorial Hospital in Gimli, MB.

Frank was predeceased by his wife Rose, brothers Metro, John, Art, Bill, Harry, Nick, Tom, and Walter, and sisters Wanda and Anna.

He will be lovingly remembered and missed by daughter Christine, son Donald (Colleen), grandchildren Daniel (Teresa), Alanna (Shawn) Rena, and Chad as well as great-grandchildren Matthew, Jordan, Ava, and Drew.  He will also be greatly missed by all his nieces, nephews, and numerous friends he had made over the years.

A huge thank-you goes out to the nurses at Gimli Hospital for their compassion and wonderful care Frank received during his stay.

In following with Frank’s wishes, no memorial service will be held and a celebration of his life will be planned for the spring.  Donations, in lieu of flowers, can be made in his name to a local animal rescue of your choice.

With great sadness we mourn the loss of our Mom, Irene Mary Emms (nee Lecocq). She stubbornly battled with cancer and chemo nearly took her life early this spring. After the decision to stop treatment she bounced back and gave so many wonderful memories to herself, family and friends.

Sadly on Oct. 23, 2024, surrounded by family and friends, cancer still won….. Eff cancer!

At the age of 71 Mom had many survivors, her brother David (Wanda), son Todd grandkids Harley, Cheyenne and Brooklyn, son Jarett (Carmen), grandkids James, Amber and Brandon, son Jeff (Amy), grandkids Jeffrey and Rowan, son Ross (Jodi), grandkids Jayden, Isaac, Brooklyn, Joseph, Chloe and Andrew, daughter Melissa, grandkids Ellie and Ezra, two great grandchildren as well as many other family and friends.

Mom was predeceased by her parents Albert and Gladys, her brother Stan and his wife Gail and her sister Carole.

With her youth in Treherne, and as Uncle Dave tried to explain “some field yard nearby” (likely uphill both ways) then on to Winnipeg and if you knew her just a couple stops through the years with the longest being in Inwood.

Honouring Mom’s request in lieu of a service we will have a come and go BBQ celebrating her life on Saturday November 16, 2024 from 12-5 at the CE building located beside the Teulon United Church at 80 3^rd Ave SE in Teulon, MB.

Burial will take place at a later date at the Haywood Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers a donation can be made in her memory to Colon Cancer Research.

The family wishes to thank the staff at Teulon Hospital that took great care of our Mom throughout the time she was in their care. A special thank you goes out to her friends Brandie and Lynn, as well as so many others, for the love and support they offered her.