With heavy hearts the family of Karen Elizabeth Hirst are deeply saddened to share that she has passed away at the Gimli Hospital after a six-year battle with cancer. She was born in Winnipeg on July 23rd, 1959 and passed peacefully surrounded by her loving family on July 5th, 2026.

Left to mourn her loss is her loving husband Brent, and the centre of her world their son, Brett (Kirstyn). Also left to mourn is Karen’s mother, Trudy Smith-Harris, sisters Peggy Loewen (David) and Wendy Kroeker (Ron), brother Jeff Erhardt (Tracy), and sisters-in-law Lea Workman and Kerry Voogt (Harry), along with numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Karen was predeceased by her stepfather, John Harris, in-laws Margaret and John Hirst, and sister-in-law Jo-Ann Jensen (Tom).

Karen fought with all her will, however, after all options were exhausted, we had to accept her fate. Karen’s concern was always for her family, not herself. She was particularly devoted to her son, Brett and made sure he had all her love and support. She was a person who wanted to help others, always making people feel welcome and loved. Her kindness and honesty drew people to her. Karen loved to entertain and was known for her exceptional cooking skills and attention to detail.

Upon finishing school, she started working at Shoppers Drug Mart, where she worked with incredible dedication for 43 years until the time of her diagnosis.

Our family wants to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported us during this challenging time. We’d like to thank our family doctor, Dr. Mark Boroditsky and her cancer care team, Dr. Kean, Dr. Popowich, and Dr. Robertson. We also want to thank the amazing staff and chemo nurses at the Gimli Hospital, especially Julie, Donna, Tanis, Loren, and Amanda, who made all Karen’s treatments as comfortable as possible. To our friends and neighbours who brought meals, flowers, and for just being there for us whenever we needed them, we are so incredibly blessed and grateful.

In keeping with Karen’s wishes, a private Celebration of Life is planned and Interment at a later date. Flowers are gratefully declined. In memory of Karen her family ask you to do something nice for someone today.

Peacefully on July 4, 2026 at Selkirk Regional Health Centre, with family at her side, Anne Moeller of Teulon, Manitoba passed away at the age of 94.

Anne was child number nine in a large family of fourteen siblings, and was born in Inglis, Manitoba on the family farm on April 9, 1932.

She is survived by her husband, Ken, daughter Donna, son Murray (Karen), daughter Julie (Cody), niece Cindy, who was like a daughter (RJ), nephew Bradley, who was like a son (Nancy); grandchildren, Olivia, Jody (Brad), Jill (Colin), Marcus (Clarice), Jessica (Kyle), Curtis (Jaylese), Hailey (Carter), Kylie, Alexandra, Gage, Levi, Cierra, Brody and Bentley; great grandchildren Brooks, Atlie, Brody, Hazel, Declan and Emerson. Anne also leaves to mourn her sister Thelma, Margaret, Maureen her brothers Arnold and Dennis, and sister-in-law Vicki (Bill).

She was predeceased by her parents Reinhold and Julianna, her brothers Reinhold, Adolph, George, Albert, Richard and her sisters Elsie, Eleanor, Pearl and her son-in-law Brent.

Anne was deeply proud of each of her children and the wonderful adults they have all become. She always enjoyed our family gatherings and one of the greatest ways she showed love was through cooking and baking. Anne was devoted to their farm. Anne spent countless hours in the kitchen preparing meals for family and friends, who would stop in or be working on the farm and no one ever left hungry. She spent many hours tending to her garden and family and friends would enjoy the fruits of her labor. Anne led by example from her work ethic, kindness, generosity, compassion, the importance of telling the truth and always putting others first. She will be remembered as an extremely caring and selfless person. Anne had an extraordinary gift for making people she loved feel cherished, never forgetting a birthday or special occasion. Family and friends could always count on a thoughtful card, a phone call, or warm wishes that made their day brighter. In her later years, Anne and Ken looked forward to enjoying part of their winters in Florida.

At Anne’s request there will be no funeral and a private family interment will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Peter Lutheran Church in Teulon.

Anne’s family would like to thank all of the staff at the Selkirk Regional Health Centre for the kind and wonderful care Anne received. We would also like to thank Ken Loehmer for his help and guidance during this difficult time.

  November 28, 1941 – July 3, 2026                                   

George William McSherry 84 of Inwood, Manitoba, passed away on July 3, 2026, with his family by his side. George was the eldest of six children and the only son, of George & Dorothy. He was predeceased by his parents, and his sisters Dorothy and Mary Lou. George is survived by his wife, of 60 years, Jean and their children Sherri (Reid); Jeff (Kerri) and Stuart. His sisters Cathy, Rose Marie (Mark) and Julie (Rick). He was a proud grandfather to Kirk (Ally), Clark & Paige; Matthew (Nicole) & Jessica (Hunter) and Aries.  A Great Grandfather to Blake-Lynn, Bentley and Rosie, and Uncle to numerous nieces and nephews.  

George & Jean were married in 1966 and during those early years they had many adventures raising their family on acreages in SK & MB. He was a grain buyer for P&H in Woodsworth, SK, George & Jean then operated a confectionary/butcher shop in Francis SK, but his forte was the cattle industry. He was a 3^rd generation cattle buyer, and in 1982 open the Inwood Auction Market, which he operated for 30 years.                                                                                                                 

George enjoyed playing rec hockey and eventually watching his children and grandchildren play, more recently watching his great grandchildren play hockey.  George never tired of family gatherings, playing cards and sharing wonderful meals. In the fall he loved to be out hunting. One of George’s guilty pleasures was watching and re-watching classic Western Movies.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Loudon and Ashley, the staff at Grace & Seven Oaks Hospitals for their exceptional care, compassion, and support during his final days.

Thank you to Father Napolean and Ken Loehmer Funeral Services.

Flowers are graciously declined. If friends so desire, donations may be made to a charity of their choice.                                                

Respectfully, a private family burial will take place at a later date at St. Cecilia Roman Catholic Cemetery, Inwood, MB.

May 12 1940 – July 2nd, 2026

Lawrence Raymond Sidleski (Camper) lost his life tragically on July 2nd, 2026.

He was born and raised in Komarno, Manitoba.

 He leaves behind three brothers and two sisters, many nieces and nephews.

 He resided in Komarno most of his life and moved to Gateway Manor, Teulon July 2016. He loved his life at the Manor playing games, visiting and especially playing bingo. He practically lived at Chicken Chef in Teulon, Value Village and Princess Auto.

 Lawrence was a member of the Komarno Community Hall until his deceased. Lawrence loved to travel and hit the roads travelling all over Manitoba and surrounding areas. He made friends wherever he went, and loved visiting. He travelled for years to the Dauphin festival and Old-Time festivals. He loved Ukrainian music and Old Time Country. He loved to dance in his earlier years.

Lawrence was a unique character all on his own – serious, funny and absolutely stubborn at times. Those of us who knew him would understand.

 Lawrence is enjoying the splendor of heaven with family and friends.

Service of Remembrance will be held on Friday, July 31, 2026 at 1:00 pm at Komarno Community Hall, Komarno, Manitoba.

It is with profound sadness that the family of Elsie Ostiuk announce her passing on July 2, 2026 having reached her 96th birthday. She was always caring for others in her gentle way.  It was fitting that her daughters had the privilege of caring for her in her final hours.  She was predeceased by her husband, Stanley in 2008; and her daughter, Beverley in 2021.  Left to cherish her beautiful memory are her daughters; Carol Raymack (Ron), Terry Wilson (Arnie), Debbie Schmidt (Don) and Sharon Jones (Doug).  Nine grandchildren; Jason, Tara, Mark, Jamie, Ryan, Matthew, Michael, Amanda and Kendra, and six great-grandchildren; Saige, Brody, Madison, Colton, Hazel and Shia will forever remember how much she loved them.

Also mourning her loss are her four remaining siblings; Joseph Roskevich (Rose), Josephine Burdz, Jane Roskevich and Phyllis Maloney; as well as nieces and nephews.

Elsie had been a resident of MP2 at Misericordia Place since 2008.  The family is grateful to all the dedicated staff who cared for her with dignity and respect.  She loved them like they were family.  To have known Elsie was to love her.  Rest in Peace, your work here is done.

A celebration of Elsie’s life will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. in the Stonewall Parochial Hall, 291-1st Street West.  Reception and internment to follow.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating in her memory to the Winnipeg Humane Society, MP2 at Misericordia Place, or a charity of your choice.

Audrey Carol Butterfield, nee Neufeld passed away on June 29th at the age of 82.  She will be deeply missed by her daughter Sharen Symondson (Brian), son Dale Butterfield (Aileen), grandchildren Sean Symondson (Bronwyn), Alexandria Symondson (Piotr). Predeceased by her husband Burnell Butterfield in 2006.

December 23, 1961 – June 28, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Perry Victor Jacobson, 64, of Teulon Manitoba, who passed away peacefully on June 28, 2026, surrounded by his family after a courageous fight with cancer. He was a devoted family member, and a well-known member of his community. He cherished his moments with family and friends, and always had a joke to share. He is known for his quick wit and positivity, even in the hardest moments.

Perry leaves behind his mom, Monty Jacobson; siblings Tracey Vermette (Roger) and Mark Jacobson; nieces and nephews, Blake, Kelsey, Katlyn, Rachel (Riley), and Dean. He will also be deeply missed by his extended family and many dear friends.

Born on December 23, 1961, in Winnipeg, he spent his formative years playing hockey and spending time with friends. He spent many summers and weekends in Pleasant Home with his family, where he soon learned he wanted to reside. Perry moved to Teulon and made many memories riding his skidoo, quad, watching football games and going on trips with his friends. He also began working at an early age at Russel Metals, and retired after 40 years of service.

Those who knew Perry, knew he was kind and compassionate and would always lend a helping hand. Whenever you needed him, you just needed to call and he would be there. He was a man with a great sense of humour, teasing his nieces and nephews and joking with his friends. Perry will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Many thanks to Dr. Graham and staff at the Stonewall hospital who treated Perry with kindness and dignity. A private family ceremony will be held in tribute to Perry. Should anyone wish to make a donation on his behalf, please make them to the Teulon Health Care Foundation or Saint Stephens Ukrainian Orthodox Church. 

Peacefully on Thursday, June 25th, 2026 (Richard William) Wayne Wood passed away at the age of 87 at the Teulon Hunter Memorial Hospital.

He leaves behind his wife, Eileen of 49 years; daughters Gail Routh (Edmonton), Wendy Choquette and grandson, Kaleb Choquette (LaBroquerie), son Kent Wood (Balmoral) and step-daughter Sherry (Glen) Weaver (Balmoral).

He was predeceased by his first wife Lorraine McKinnon; sister June Chuter; parents Cyril and Laura Wood, son-in-law Ron Choquette and daughter-in-law Ruth Davis and step-grandson Liam Weaver.

Born March 2, 1939, Wayne was raised, along with his sister June, by his parents who had settled in the Balmoral area in the late 1930’s. At 17, Wayne joined the Canadian Armed Forces and was eventually stationed at Gimli Air Force Base after having been trained as an Aero Mechanical Technician. After his discharge he married Lorraine McKinnon of Balmoral and they settled in the small town. There he started his own bread and bakery delivery service selling the McGavin’s brand and for many years serviced the rural farms and areas bringing baked goods and sugary treats to outlying families no matter the weather, and making a lot of friends along his route.

In 1973 he joined the newly opened Xerox of Canada Winnipeg office and trained as a copier technician which is where he stayed until receiving an early retirement package in 1994. Wanting to keep busy for a few more years, he acquired his Class 1 license and drove for Charison’s Turkey Hatchery until his final retirement in 2003.

In 1977, he had met and married Eileen McDowell and they, along with the kids moved to the Teulon area. Here Wayne enjoyed the company of his neighbours and being a “hobby farmer” at last, with a small cow/calf operation. He always enjoyed the spring calving season and baling hay as well as summer weekends and holidays at his family cottage in Laclu. He loved his speed boats; family holidays and the annual “Ball of Beer Weekend” with friends!

In 2003 he and Eileen sold their acreage and moved into Crescent Creek Park in Teulon which then enabled them to travel south to Arizona for the winter months until March 2020. During that time they made wonderful and lasting friendships in both their “northern” and “southern” homes.

Slowly Wayne’s later years were complicated with a diagnosis of vascular dementia in 2015, followed by metastatic bone cancer in 2023. He had to finally make the move to Teulon Hospital in September 2025.

Cremation has taken place with interment at Victoria Church Cemetery in Balmoral. A private celebration of Wayne’s life will be held at a later date.

We sincerely thank all the knowledgeable health care team and exceptional staff at Teulon Hospital for the kind and wonderful comfort care Wayne received during his stay and to Ken Loehmer for all his help and guidance.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be payable to I.E.R.H.A. in “Memory of Wayne Wood”, Teulon Hospital Rec Program, Box 89, Teulon, Manitoba, R0C 3B0 or a charity of your choice.

“To everything, there is a Season”

November 1, 1962 – June 25, 2026

With deep sadness we announce the unexpected passing of James Micheal Hardy, or Jim, as he was known to most people. Jim passed away, surrounded by family at St. Boniface Hospital. Jim also successfully battled cancer for fifteen years.

Jim is survived by his spouse Kathleen (Kate); children Alex (Kaitlyn) and Brent (Alycia); grandchildren Arria, Landen, Kayden, and Olivia; siblings Ken (Rhonda), Karen VanBurren (Dick), and Susan (Doug); sisters in-law Eleanor Cassels and Daphne Harris; and birth mother Marie Bauldic. He is predeceased by his parents Alex and Mary-Lou, parents-in-law James and Audrey Cassels, sister in-law Rita Swan (John), and brother in-law Gord Harris.

Jim grew up on a family farm near Hartney, Manitoba and had a lifelong passion for agriculture. He studied agriculture at the University of Manitoba and spent most of his professional life as an agronomist. He married Kate on April 23, 1988 after many years of friendship and a short courtship. They welcomed their children Alex and Brent in 1990 and 1991. The family made their home in Oakville, Manitoba until a move to Teulon, Manitoba in 1997 where Jim and Kate have lived since. Jim was a strong community member and volunteered broadly. He enjoyed curling, fishing, being outdoors, barbequing, and spending time with his dog Dixie.

A community Memorial Mass will be held Monday, July 6, 2026 at 11:00 at Teulon Rockwood Centennial Centre, Teulon, Manitoba, followed by fellowship and private internment.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Cancer Care Manitoba or the Teulon Curling Club.

Jim’s family would like to thank the critical care staff at St. Boniface Hospital and Selkirk Regional Health Centre and Interlake-Eastern paramedic staff for their dedication and professionalism. They would also like to thank Ken Loehmer his care and support in preparing for Jim’s memorial.

(Age 82 Years)

On June 22, 2026 at the usual time 9:30 am Helle went to her shed near the garden on the ½ acre behind their home. Some time later her husband Rich had occasion to look out the kitchen window – there she was: stricken by an obstruction to the blood flow in her brain, on the ground motionless unresponsive to attempts at revival.

In 1965 Helle emigrated from her native Denmark to join her sister Dorthe Lush, who resided in Vancouver with her two children.

She later met Richard Martin whom she married in 1972. In 1978 they moved to Winnipeg and in 2006 to Arborg.

Helle is survived by her husband Rich, two sisters in Copenhagen Denmark; Dorthe Lush, Lise-Lotte Schmidt and their respective families, including the previously deceased sister Edithe Guldbrandson.

There will not be a formal service, and for those inclined to purchase flowers. In order to convey their condolences, please make a contribution to a charity of your choice.

2026 would include Helle’s 83 birthday on July 31, her 54 wedding anniversary  on October 06 and the conclusion of her 20^th year in Arborg at home with Rich.