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.

SEPTEMBER 16, 1939 – JUNE 20, 2026

Peacefully, with family by his side, Glenn Hogg passed away at the Stonewall Hospital on June 20, 2026 at the age of 86.

Glenn is lovingly remembered by his wife of 53 years, Margaret; his children Steven (Erin) Hogg and Lisa (Brock) Schmidtke; grandchildren Tyler, Trent, Evan and Natalie; brother Bruce (Pat) Hogg; sister-in-law Esther (Ross) Murison; brother-in-law Bob (Leslie) Moerman; and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents Bruce and Ruby Hogg; sister Donna Webb and brother-in-law Ernie Webb.

Dad was born on September 16, 1939 in the house on the family farm south of Warren.  In his younger years he enjoyed hunting, hockey and baseball.  Playing on teams that his father coached, Dad had NHL potential, but the pull of being on the farm and leaving home was not something he wanted to give up.

Dad and Mom married in December 1972 and they resided on the family farm, building a life together raising their two children.  Farming was his entire life until he retired in the late 1990’s and rented out the land.

Dad and Mom moved off the farm into Stonewall in December 2017, where they enjoyed the quieter lifestyle of apartment living, while still giving him time for crop checking.  Even though mobility issues kept Dad from doing things he loved, his mind remained sharp until the end.

We extend our thanks to the home care and hospital staff for their compassionate care and support.

At Glenn’s request, cremation has taken place and there will be no service.

We love you and we miss you.

September 28, 1939 – June 20, 2026

It is with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Bill at St. Boniface Hospital, surrounded by his family.  Bill is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Carol, his daughters Carla (Dave), Andrea (Marilyn), and grandson Thor.

Bill is predeceased by his siblings Stanley, Sidney, Charles, Kenneth, Donald, James and Ellen. Raised in Stony Mountain, Bill answered a calling to the ministry and became an Anglican priest.  Throughout his career, he served parishes in the Carmen area and Winnipeg, touching the lives of many people through his compassion, wisdom and steadfast faith.  He was known for his warmth, gregarious nature, and ability to transform a simple conversation into a meaningful discussion.

An avid reader throughout his life, Bill built an extensive collection of books and could often be found with one in hand. He cherished time spent at the cottage, at Winnipeg Beach with his family.

Bill’s kindness and unwavering belief in the goodness of people touched countless lives. He will be deeply missed by his family, his many friends, and everyone fortunate enough to have shared a coffee, a conversation, or a chapter of life with him.

A private family burial will take place.

October 28th, 1951 – June 16th, 2026

                It is with very broken hearts we announce the loss of our beloved mother, grandmother and sister Cindy Procter (nee Graham).  With family by her side Mom passed in the Stonewall Hospital following a long and courageous battle with cancer.

                Cindy was predeceased by her husband Garry in 2019, not long after their 48th Wedding Anniversary.  Also predeceased by her parents Doug and Jean Graham and in-laws Sec and Lyle Procter.

                Surviving to mourn her loss are her sons Brett, Brad (Candace), and daughter Nadine (Jaret) Thiessen.  She will be greatly missed by her granddaughters Tiana, Alyssa-Lynn, Bryn-Lee and Tasha.  Her only sister Debbie (Lyle) Wicklund, as well as sister-in-law Gail (John) Sinclair and brother-in-law Orval (Merilee) Procter are sadly missing her too.  She will be fondly remembered by her nieces Rochelle, Holly and Courtney, and her nephews Darrell, Ryan, Mitch and Corey.  Cindy’s memory will also be shared by her great-nieces Emalia, Lily, Devon, Eberly and Neely, as well as her great-nephew Brayden.

                From the time she was very young Cindy and her family lived in Grosse Isle.  They made the move to Warren when her mother Jean bought the Warren Café.  It was after their wedding in 1971 that she moved to Woodlands.  Living on a mixed grain and beef farm was quite a change for her.  She was a stay at home mom for a number of years.  For her financial independence she kept a flock of laying hens and also raised and sold roasting chickens for several summers.

                She was a proud and protective mom.  She spent countless hours getting us to school and sporting events. She was encouraging of our participation in community, sporting, school and social events.  She loved us dearly and we always knew how special we were to her. 

As we got old enough to be left on our own mom went to work.  Many may remember her in Home Hardware in Stonewall.  She then worked for a time at Eaton’s Warehouse.  Her last thirty years were spent at Studlers Store in Woodlands, later known as CCL Woodlands.  Mom was a very community minded person and being at the store was a unique experience.  Not only did she get to know almost everyone in the surrounding area, as well as the travellers of number six highway, she witnessed the transformation of children into young adults and parents themselves.

                Mom was very active within the community of Woodlands.   Mom started as an active member of the Woodlands Rec Club.  She had a passion for baseball and curling.  As a youth she played baseball in Grosse Isle and then Teulon Cougarettes.  It was her favourite sport and she passed on that love by coaching many of the young girls in our community.  Mom was a life member of the Woodlands Legion, receiving her 50 year membership pin in 2025.  She was part of the legion committee that started the Woodlands Bingo.  For over forty years she not only volunteered at each bingo, she spent many hours as the treasurer.  The bingo was run jointly by the Legion and the Woodlands Hall board.  With that connection mom joined that organization as well.  The bingo was a huge financial support for both committees.  Mom was also a member of the Oak Park Lodge Board in Woodlands and spent time on the Justice Committee in Stonewall.  In 2004 mom received the Lieutenant Governor “Make a Difference Community Award” for the Interlake Region.  While happy to receive this recognition she said all the ones who worked with her were  just as deserving.

                The last six and a half years of mom’s life were spent navigating the loss of our dad and going through the hardships of her battle with cancer.  She faced her cancer battle with determination and incredible strength.  I am sure that is not a surprise to all that knew her.   Having the support of her family and many phone calls from old and new friends greatly helped keep her spirit alive.  Her long conversations with Donna, Marilyn, Diane, Arlene and Elaine were especially appreciated. 

                Mom you were an inspiration to us all.  Your 74 years have given ourselves and our community much to be missed.

                Service of remembrance will be held on Tuesday, June 30th at 1:00 at the Woodlands Community Hall.  In lieu of flowers, if you wish, donations may be made to the Woodlands Legion Branch 248, Box 210, Woodlands,  R0C-3H0 ( for building upgrades) or a charity of your choice.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Judith Christine Dedrick-Williams on June 14, 2026.

Born on February 27, 1950, Judith made her home in Teulon, Manitoba, where she became a cherished member of the community and touched countless lives through her kindness, generosity, and dedication to others.

Judith shared many wonderful adventures with her late husband, Alan Williams. Together, they enjoyed road trips, especially their travels to Arizona, where they loved exploring and discovering unique treasures along the way.

Judith devoted her professional life to education as a junior high school teacher and guidance counsellor at Teulon Collegiate. She was passionate about helping young people reach their full potential and was respected by students, colleagues, and families alike for her compassion, wisdom, and unwavering support.

A dedicated volunteer and community advocate, Judith was an active member of the Lions Club and the Teulon Senior Resource Centre. She believed strongly in giving back and spent much of her life serving others, always ready to lend a helping hand wherever it was needed. Her generous spirit and commitment to her community left a lasting impact on everyone who knew her.

Judith will be lovingly remembered by her children, Debra-Anne, Helen and Alan; her three cherished grandchildren; her sister, Carolynn Derkach; her brother and sister-in-law, Matthew and Sheila Dedrick; her in-laws, Margaret Dedrick, Christine and Tony Hayhurst, and Terry and Mary-Ellen Williams; as well as her many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.

The family would also like to extend a special acknowledgment and heartfelt thanks to Jillian Young for her guidance, support, and friendship over the past several years.

Judith will be remembered as a caring and selfless woman whose kindness, warmth, and dedication to others enriched the lives of so many. Her legacy of service, compassion, and community involvement will continue to inspire those who were fortunate enough to know her.

She will be deeply missed and forever remembered with love by her family, friends, former students, and all whose lives she touched.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to a local animal rescue organization in Judith’s memory.

Cecile Cormier of La Salle, Manitoba.

Nov. 19, 1931 – June 8, 2026

Longer obituary to follow.

September 9, 1942 – June 8, 2026

With sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of John Traa on June 8, 2026, at the age of 83 years with his wife, Anne Marie, by his side. He is now at peace in the arms of his Savior. 

John was pre-deceased by his parents, Regina and Hendrikus; sisters, Hendrika, Wilhelmina; brothers, Ted, Gerry, and Martin.

He will be fondly remembered and loved by his wife of 29 years, Anne-Marie; children, Veronica, John (Arlene), Carol (Guy); stepchildren, Jennifer (Brad), Viola (Logan), Sophia (Nolan); 15 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.

Also remembering John are his siblings and in-laws, Greta, (Noelline), Hank, (Cecile), Tina, Helen, (Baiba), along with many nieces and nephews.

John was born on September 9, 1942, in the Netherlands, eighth of 10 children. The Traa family lived in Achterveld and went through many hardships and tragedies of living nearby a World War II battlefront and post war conditions in the Netherlands. John was remembering their family taking in two Jewish boys, Nico and Rolf Kamp during the war, as well as a gentleman named Oppenheimer. John’s parents were honored as Righteous Among the Nations by Yad Vashem “for help rendered to Jewish persons during the period of the Holocaust at the risk of their lives”. It was only years later when he matured that he realized the extreme risk his parents had taken. And how God had protected them through this and then again later on in his life.

John’s family immigrated to Canada in 1954. John stayed home to help his Mom and Dad while his older siblings left home. He then worked as an orderly at the Thompson Hospital, a laborer at Thompson mine, a millwright at Canada Packers, Rayovac and Man on Poultry. He got many awards for his good work ethics and dedication to his job.  

John spent the next twenty years raising his children and working long hours. His brother, Gerry, and sister-in-law, Noelline, helped him when Veronica, John, and Carol were young. He was very grateful they helped him get a new start.

In 1996 John met Anne-Marie in church and they got married in 1997. He then moved to Fisher Branch and was stepfather to Jennifer, Viola and Sophia.

John was a jack of all trades. He could fix just about anything if he put his mind to it; from vehicles, tractors, machinery, appliances. He was a major trouble shooter and if he could get the part, it was as good as done.

John was known for his great sense of humor and when he got that twinkle in his eye you knew something funny was going to come out of his mouth. He had a way of bringing the calm to the storm. Everyone loved him. 

He battled multiple illnesses in the last couple years that literally took his breath away. He kept his faith and positive outlook throughout all of it. A real testimony for the family and friends who observed him. 

He will be missed greatly. That hole in our hearts will always be there. We cherish the beautiful memories we’ve made and know we will join him someday in paradise with our Jesus. 

We would like to thank: Dr. Ada Man, Dr. Ansarian, and Dr. Adey Adegbesan for all their support over the years. Also, our friends, family and church family that prayed for us during these difficult times. Thank you.

In accordance with John’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of John’s life will be held at 1 p.m. at Lakeside (lighthouse) Church of God at Solvin Road and #9 highway in Gimli on September 12. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Siloam Mission.

June 14, 1942 – June 3, 2026

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Isla Hagborg, Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, and friend, at the age of 83.

Mum was born June 14, 1942 and passed away the morning of June 3, 2026 at the Stonewall Hospital. Left to cherish her memory are son Robert (Renée), daughter Bonnie (Wayne), her three grandchildren Alex Hagborg (Claire), Marshall Hagborg (Tia), and Jasper Bain. She will be greatly missed by them as well as sisters Lorna McDonell (Doug) and Jean Campbell, sisters-in-law Elaine Gusta (Larry) and Edie Simonson, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Mum was predeceased by Dad (Walter), parents  Conrad and Betty Dack, in-laws Harry and May Hagborg, and brothers-in-law Carl Simonson and Clive Campbell.

Mum grew up on the farm in Warren, Manitoba. Mum eventually met Dad and proceeded to build our family farm (Mallard Acres Ltd.) near Meadows. Throughout her life, Mum thoroughly enjoyed playing and watching baseball (she was a BlueJays superfan), golfing, and curling as well as picking berries. Mum liked to host family events and participating in the community. Mum’s most treasured achievement was her role as President of the Manitoba Ladies Curling Association, and she co-chaired the 1991 World Curling Championship in Winnipeg. She was inducted into the Manitoba Curling Hall of Fame for her contributions to the sport. Mum loved gardening and always encouraged us to be all we could be growing up. Mum really loved her 3 grandchildren and she was so proud of them.

Mum and Dad were able to retire from farming in 1991 and eventually moved to Warren and then to Stonewall. Mum and Dad spent 25 wonderful years travelling and spending winters down south.

We are grateful that Mum is no longer in pain and was able to leave this world on her terms. She has been cremated and her ashes will be placed by Dad so that they will be together again.

At Mum’s request, there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice.