It’s with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Rodney Dziadek at the age of 48. He passed away with family by his side at HSC Hospital on January 5th due to complications from a surgery for Necortizing Fasciitis. He was survived by his mother Linda Dziadek, two daughters Kamiele Dziadek and Taryn Molinski, brother Marty (Cindy and Kara) Dziadek, sister Daina (Kevin, Noah, and Max) Ojala, as well as his special partner Laura (Savannah and Quinton).

Rodney grew up in East Kildonan area. He attended elementary school at Salisbury Morse Place and graduated from Kildonan East Collegiate in 1992. He enjoyed all sports including hockey and sponge hockey. You could often find him out on the ice. He split his time in Winnipeg with his second home in Narcisse enjoying the outdoors. His love for hunting and quadding/snowmobiling in the country was second to none. He thoroughly enjoyed his time in nature. He loved being a father and sharing his love for the outdoors with his girls. They had many adventures over the years. Rodney had a heart of gold and always put others needs ahead of his own. His countless friends could always rely on him if they needed anything. From a young age Rodney had a strong personality. His friends were plentiful, from the Interlake to Charlie’s. We all know when Rodney was the happiest is when he was around family and friends. The special connection with is late father Norman was unlike any other. He was the happiest when they went hunting and fishing together. We can rest easier knowing you are both together watching over who you love.

We will love you forever, miss you always and will never forget you.

Funeral Services for Rodney will be held at Komarno Hall on Tuesday, January 10th at 11:00 am. with interment of ashes to follow at Inwood Cemetery.

The family would like to acknowledge the Health Sciences Centre (HSC) in Winnipeg for his care. Thank-you to the doctors, nurses and many staff working on the 2th Floor of the Surgical Intensives Care Unit for their care, kindness, and compassion.

Donations can be made to a charity of your choice or the HSC Foundation by mailing a cheque to the donation office or call to make a credit card donation over the phone, or online, HSC Foundation PW112-700 William Ave, Winnipeg, MB, R3E 0Z3.     204-515-5612.

November 6, 1928 – January 5, 2023  It is with heartfelt sorrow we announce the passing of James “Jim” Edward Sorenson. Dad passed away peacefully, on his own terms, at the age of 94, at home surrounded by family. Dad’s love of life didn’t come to an end with his death, instead it will be carried on by all his loved ones who will continue to honor his legacy by living their lives to the fullest.

Dad was born on November 6th, 1928 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He married Betty Tully on August 18th, 1951 and resided on the family farm in Marquette MB. Dad is predeceased by his parents, William and Grace Sorenson, Charlie and Tot Tully, son Terry, granddaughter Kimberley Seggie and grandson Michael Seggie. Left to forever remember him is his wife of 71 years, Betty, his children Ronald/Ted (Gail), Shirley (Jim) Seggie, Elaine, Karen, Diane (Blair) Smith and daughter-in-law Cheryl (Rob), grandchildren Stacy (Darren), Brent (Michelle), Michelle, Nicholas (Baila), Christopher (Morgan), Lindsay, Ashley, Zach, Chloe, Tyler (Dara), and great grandchildren Cody, Blake, Carson, Stella, Olivia and Victoria. Dad will be lovingly missed by many extended family members, friends and neighbours.

Over the course of his lifetime, he held many different careers. As a young man, Jim helped look after his family’s farm and started his own side business of cutting and selling wood with a team of draft horses. At 16 he quit school and went to work in British Columbia as a logger. Once back home on the farm, he went on to drive the milk truck, drove for Reimer Express, and work for Railway & Power. Eventually he became a dairy farmer and retired from the farm in 1984.

Upon his retirement, Dad became an avid horseman showing both Shetland and miniature draft ponies for many years. He was determined to get the whole family involved in his passion which led to countless family camping trips to the Manitoba Stampede, hayrides and sleigh rides with family and friends.

A favorite pastime of Dad’s was dancing. Over the years he taught his children and grandchildren how to dance, whether it was by them standing on his feet in the living room, attending his square dance school each Sunday at the local hall or by attending old time dances with him. He started to call square dances in 1946 and even recorded a Square Dance CD with his favorite band, Country Pride. Dad had no trouble finding a dance partner whether it be Mom, one of the kids, grandkids or one of the many friends he had made while dancing. He was famous for his jig and never failed to show it off whenever he could, as recently as his 94th birthday when he attended his last dance.

Dad was an avid supporter of the local curling club. He enjoyed curling and in his later years became a very skilled stick curler, even making his way to the provincials one year. Whenever there was a bonspiel you could always expect to see him down at the rink whether he was competing or not. Dad made many friends throughout his years curling and spent a lot of his time at the rink watching and visiting with everyone who passed through its doors.

Dad lived a very full, long life surrounded by family and friends. He was always there to offer a helping hand to anyone in need and welcomed anyone into his circle. He has always been very proud of his family and never missed an opportunity to show his support of them. He has always been an extremely hard worker and doesn’t like putting off for tomorrow what can be done today. He has instilled a lot of these characteristics into the family and that will be what we will carry on with us.

In lieu of flowers a donation can be made in Dad’s memory to South West District Palliative Care, Meadow Lea United Church, or a charity of your choice.

A celebration of life will be held at Meadow Lea Hall on Tuesday, January 10th, 2023 at 1:00 pm with a private burial to take place at a later date.

Joyce Edna Wyrchowny (neé MacCarthy) – July 29, 1936 til Wednesday, December 28, 2022, til forever.

At 6 PM on December 28th, our Mother to Neil (Norma) and Garth (Jennifer), Grandmother to Alycia, Paul, Sean, and Samantha, Great Grandmother to Haven, coach and dear friend to many, arrived home to join her husband Nick, parents Sylva and Charlie MacCarthy, sister Carmel Buchanan, many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews, extended family and innumerable friends.

Born in Ste Rose du lac and raised on a farm four miles north of town, mom loved to chat about her memories. The family farm was situated on a sprawling prairie landscape where the tree-fringed creek traversing the property provided countless hours of entertainment. Mom, and her big sister Carmel, would skate and swim as the seasons dictated, and for as long as their pet lamb permitted. Ginger, mom’s horse, was gentle and could be ridden without a bridle, whereas Carmel’s would stop so suddenly she would often be thrown off. But Carmel was no quitter. She would try riding her horse many more times before admitting that the horse couldn’t be broken. Family and friends were ever present, and for entertainment, her mother Sylva would play piano, while her uncle Victor would play the violin. Her dad Charlie, and her sister Carmel were both wonderful baseball players. And although an ardent spectator, mom would prefer to golf the summer away while waiting for winter, and curling, to arrive. Presciently, the first curling rink was built in Ste Rose just shortly after Mom was born, for she started curling as soon as she was strong enough to push a 45 lb rock from one end of the ice to the other.

Mom graduated from St Charles Catholic School in 1954 and met Nick Wyrchowny in 1956. After a brief romance Mom agreed to marry dad, provided he learned how to dance. The family is living proof that he did, indeed, learn how to dance.

They went golfing for their honeymoon. And as dad liked to tell the story, “It rained one day…” and their oldest son Neil was born 9 months later. Living about a year each in Rivers MB and then Winnipeg, they found a true home in Stonewall MB. A small town, much like Ste Rose, where she could curl, and find amazing new friends.

Mom and dad moved to Stonewall in 1961 on a Saturday, mom started curling on the Monday — and she never stopped. Mom and her team won 17 club championships, and they participated in no less than 30 Provincials. Together with lifelong friends Barb and Garry Fenske, and husband Nick, started the Junior Curling Club in Stonewall where they coached junior curling for 25 years. She and dad coached Special Olympics Curling for many more years after and lead the Manitoba team to a gold medal in Ottawa in 2000, followed up by a silver medal in PEI 4 years later. Mom was also responsible for introducing the game of stick curling to Stonewall, and continued to volunteer till ability would no longer permit. And for this incredible devotion to the sport, mom was honoured with a lifetime achievement award from Curl Manitoba in October of 2022.

Mom loved curling, golfing, and dancing. She baked, cooked, gardened, canned, and, most importantly, loved sharing it all with friends and family. Although she was the curling club doyenne, she was also an exemplary mother, loving grandmother, and the best GG. All birthdays, holidays and events were special, but Christmas at home was simply magic.

In the last years, mom was functioning with decreased and diminishing capacity. If it weren’t for the love, help and support of friends and relatives, too numerous to adequately indicate, she could not have lived ostensibly independent of assistance for as long as she did. So to Dorothy, Marvin and Marilyn, Denis and Diane, and a veritable cadre of helpful, kind, and thoughtful friends and relatives– to home care workers Ella, Karen, et al, Drs Ventor, Homyk and Pinniger, Nurses and support staff, Erin, Janice, Paige, Kristin, Chelsea, Mindy, Donna, Sharon, Julie, Ry, Nav and Lindsey the family can’t thank you all enough for keeping our mom safe and strong.

Ps: And whoever tucks her in tonight, please remember that she likes to leave the hallway light on.

You didn’t leave, you simply arrived before us.

à bientôt maman

—

A mass and celebration of life will be held at the Christ the King Catholic Church in Stonewall MB on Saturday, July 29th at 10:30 AM.

The interment (only) will be held at the Ste Rose Cemetery in Ste Rose du lac MB on Sunday, July 30th at 1:30 PM.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Cancer Care or the Manitoba Lung Association.

 

Sept11/1933-Dec 27/2022

Surrounded by the love of her family, our mother Clara Smith passed peacefully at Arborg Personal Care Home after a struggle with dementia. She left us knowing she was so deeply loved by her entire family.

Mom was born Clara Valerie to Louis Caners and Delima (Payment). She was the second child of ten.

Left with a lifetime of memories are her four children Donny (Susan), David (Lucille), Norman (Monique), Eileen (Mark) Hancharek.

Mom was also a devoted and loving grandmother to ten. Scott (Nadine), Rodney (Rebecca), Brent (Rebecca), Tyler, Chris (Megan), Kayla, Sheldon, Brittney (Lee), Amber (Randy) & Mitchell. She was also a great grandma to thirteen.

Mom was predeceased by our father Lucien (2005), her parents Delima and Louis Caners, brothers Hubert, Norman, Robert and by sisters Helen Dandenau and Cecile Conan.

She is survived by her precious sister Florence and brothers Philip (Pat), Paul (Rose) & Anthony (Mary).

Our mom grew up on a farm outside of Fisher Branch where money was scarce but love was bountiful. Her devotion to her faith and family was first and foremost in her life.

She married our dad in 1957 and when he passed in 2005 , struggling without him by her side, with a broken heart, once again she relied on her faith. She missed him every single day!

Our mother was so much more than just a few words on a paper. She was tremendously loyal, caring, very compassionate, plus more.

We will be forever grateful for having had her in our lives, as a mother, grandmother, sister and friend.

Her concern was always focused on our well being & we knew she would always be there for us when needed. She had a great zest for life and loved her family and friends with all her heart. (as she would say “from the bottom of my pointed little heart”)

She was a woman of great faith and prayed daily for her family. She remained steadfast and true to her final days.

A big thank you to the wonderful staff at the Arborg Assisted Living and Arborg Personal Care Home for the exceptional care our mother received for the past 7 years. Words cannot express our gratitude!!

Mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Philips Neri Catholic Church

Saturday, January 7, 2023 at 11:30 am

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Canadian cancer society

SHE MADE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE!

April 16, 1949 – December 26, 2022

On December 26, 2022, the angels came to take another angel home.  It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Linda Rose Appell, at the age of 73, surrounded by her loving family, at the Stonewall & District Health Centre.

Linda leaves to mourn her passing, her loving husband Arnie of 53 years, her daughter Sheresa, her sons Sheldon (Penny) and Shaun (Christine), her grandchildren Laurel (Bryce), Harmony (Steven), and Cody, her sisters Carol Keller, Shirley (Ted) Sumka, her brother Wayne (Sharon) Panteluk, her sister-in-law Rochelle Panteluk, her brother-in-law Les Trakalo, the Appell in-laws Irene, Rose, Joe (Bev), Eva (Nick), Hilda and Merv (Ingrid), as well as numerous nieces and nephews and her dearest friend Marge.

Linda was a devoted Catholic and had an incredibly strong sense of faith.  She prayed the rosary, celebrated mass daily, as well as shared and taught her beliefs with all those around her.

Linda married the love of her life after three months of courting on August 23, 1969.  They were soulmates, best friends, and inseparable.  Arnie was always by her side providing unconditional love and support.  Music was etched in every aspect of their lives.  Linda loved watching Arnie perform.  She was his biggest fan, his song book and personal manager; whether singing for a crowd or just for her.

Linda was born April 16, 1949 in Gimli, MB, and was the third of six children born to John and Lil Panteluk.  She attended Berlo School and Gimli Composite High School, before moving to Winnipeg.  She got her first job at Nutty Club packing candy, then Brooke Bond for the next 10 years.  In 1969, she met Arnie, got married, and started their family in 1971.  In 1977, they moved to Stony Mountain where Linda ran a home daycare for 8 years.  In 1985, she took a leap of faith by registering for night courses and successfully obtained her High School GED, which led to her 29-year career at Codville/Sobeys.  In 2005, they moved to Komarno, enjoying many years on the farm, where they got to celebrate their 50^th Wedding Anniversary.  In 2020, they moved to Crescent Creek Estates in Teulon.

Linda’s greatest blessings were her children and grandchildren and she was so proud of them all.

Sheresa and her mom had a bond like no other.  They were each other’s best friends and confidants.  They spent countless hours together and when not together were on the phone.  She fondly referred to Sheresa as her Princess.  She was her #1 supporter and was incredibly proud of her advancements in her career.  Following her diagnosis with COPD, Sheresa and Arnie were her constant caregivers.

Sheldon, their first born, a nurse by profession, was able to provide the best care in her final days, which gave us all a sense of comfort.

Shaun followed in dad’s footsteps with his gift of music and she was also Shaun’s biggest fan.

Linda loved her grandchildren to the moon and back, they were her pride and joy.  She always looked forward to their visits, phone calls, texts, and facetimes, staying up to date on their daily lives.  Some of Linda’s happiest memories were when her grandchildren came to visit.

Family, friends and neighbors were very important to her and she loved the many gatherings she hosted and attended.  She will always be remembered for her kindness, compassion, generosity and selflessness.  She made and gifted an abundance of crochet blankets and bags, sugar cookies, dainty trays and perogies.  She made many lifelong friends wherever she went.  She embraced everyone and always kept in touch, checking in on them through many phone calls and in her prayers.

We know that she was greeted in Heaven by those that predeceased her, including her parents John and Lil, her in-laws Mary and George, her daughter-in-law Heather, her brother Steve, her sister Patsy, her brothers-in-law Martin, Edward, Darvin, Alfred, Walter, and Stan, and her nephews Keith and Larry.

The family would like to thank Dr. Hicks and Dr. Zahari and all of the staff at the Stonewall & District Health Centre for all of their care and compassion during Linda’s brief stay as well as Kelvin Kidd from Careica Health for being so good to mom over the years.

A funeral service for Linda will be held on Tuesday, January 3^rd, 2023, at 11:00am at Christ the King Church, 315 2^nd Street East, Stonewall, MB.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Peter and Paul Cemetery, Berlo, c/o Box 3506, Gimli, MB R0C 1B1.

Lovingly remembered and never forgotten.

 

 

 

 

It is with great sadness and much love that we mourn the sudden and unexpected passing of Wm Ralph Bullock on December 14, 2022 at the age of 86 years. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife Jeanette; children Lois (Al) Guenther, Cynthia (Pat) Morrow, Bill (Sue) Bullock; step children Reg (Belinda) Walker and Katherine (Al) Dyne; grandchildren: Jason (Astrid) Guenther, Chris (Danelle) Guenther, Alysha Guenther, Bryan (Barb) Morrow, Nathan Bryan, Elizabeth Morrow, Kyle Sale, Cassandra Sale, Haley Bullock, Christopher Walker, Nicholas Walker, Justin (Melanie) Perras, Cody Waldron; and greatgrandchildren: Stella Guenther, Claire Guenther, Jacob Guenther, Zoe Guenther, Isaac Morrow, Levi Morrow, Beau Williamson.

On June 30, 1936 Ralph arrived, welcomed by parents William and Olive Bullock in Maidstone, Saskatchewan. Working on the farm from a young age instilled in him his strong work ethic, which he carried through the rest of his life. Dad went to Keyworth School from grades 1 to 8. This small country school was about 2 ½ miles from their farm homestead. On cold winter days they drove in a horse drawn cutter, in summer months he rode his favorite horse, Silver to and from school. He went to high school in Maidstone, by then Dad was 16 and drove the neighboring kids in a car. He was athletic and proficient in sports, winning many ribbons in track and field and played football in high school. During this time he developed a passion for HAM radio, which kept him up late into the evening, because that’s when the reception was best.

After graduating from high school, Ralph went to the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, where he was awarded a Bachelor of Engineering in Engineering Physics in 1958 and a Master of Science in Upper Atmospheric Physics in 1960. While there he made life-long friends and met and married Irene Pearl Heinrichs. They moved to the north end in Winnipeg in the early 60’s. He fathered Lois and Cindy, and in 1968 moved his young family to St. James where they also welcomed William (Bill). Ralph and Irene were separated in 1989 and later divorced. In 1993 he married Helene Jeanette Walker, welcoming her children Reginald, and Katherine into a blended family.

Dad worked as an engineer at Bristol Aerospace, early in his career he travelled several times up north to Alert, NWT (NU), and Churchill, MB and to Wallops Island, Virginia, and Brazil sending weather balloons into the upper atmosphere. He worked on the Black Brandt IV and V rocket project in the early 60’s. Later, he was promoted into management and became the Vice President, Engineering and Quality at Bristol Aerospace and Vice-President, Environmental Affairs with Rolls Royce.

While managing a demanding career and family life Dad was also unselfishly and heavily involved in his community. He served as a long-time member of the governing council and the executive of the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), and was instrumental in the establishment in Winnipeg of the NRC’s Canadian Institute of Industrial Technology and its successor, the Institute for Manufacturing Technology. He served on a number of other scientific and technical organizations including Manufacturing Technology Service of the Canadian Manufacturers’ Association and, provincially, the Economic and Innovation Technology Council and Total Quality Manitoba Inc. He was also Chair of both the Defence Advisory Board and the Space Committee of the Air Industries Association of Canada. In 1997 he received an Honorary Doctorate in Science from the University of Manitoba. His most significant contribution to the University was establishing the University’s Institute for Technological Development. He was also instrumental in the establishment in the University of the highly successful and nationally recognized Engineering and Applied Sciences Industrial Affiliates Program. He was involved when Red River Community College seceded from the Province of Manitoba in 1995 and sat as Chair, Board of Governors of Red River Community College (now known as Red River College Polytechnic) through to 1998. He kept abreast of the many changes at the College over the years.

He enjoyed golfing and was a member of Breezy Bend Golf and Country Club. Curling was another of his favorite sports to play and watch. He was a member and became President of the Assiniboine Memorial Curling Club in 1978-1979 and chaired the 1991 World Curling Championships held in Winnipeg. A country boy at heart, he was the happiest spending time at his home north of Woodlands, lovingly referred to as “The Swamp”; it was there he retired in 1996. We fondly remember ‘cookouts’ at the shed prior to when the house was built. He continued with his hobby of HAM radio, his call sign was VE40G. Starting with one radio tower they quickly multiplied and became a family of seven. There were many ‘tower erecting parties’ where he applied his engineering know-how and we managed to put up 40-80 foot towers with a gin pole and a winch.

Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held on January 7, 2023 at 1:00 p.m.at Prairie Spirit United Church, 207 Thompson Drive, Winnipeg.

In lieu of flowers, if so desired, donations may be made to Diabetes Canada or The Kidney Foundation of Canada.

September 30, 1943-December 10, 2022            With deep sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mom, grandma and great-grandma at Grace Hospital, with her family by her side. Cherishing her memory are her husband Jarvis, daughters Tracy, Teresa (Doug Melnychuk), and Tammy (Rob Wainwright), grandson Michael (Kathleen), granddaughter Magdalena, great-grandson Matthew, many nieces and nephews and several close friends. She was predeceased by her parents, Michael and Rose Bilyj, sisters Anne and Nat, and brother Oscar.

Dianne was born in Brooklands, Manitoba, and was the youngest of four children. She had many fond memories of helping sister Anne with her market garden, a passion that was carried on in her years in Stonewall and while living in Winnipeg. On October 10, 1961 Dianne had her first date with Jarvis going to the Airport Drive-In theatre and then to A&W for hamburgers. A & W remained a favorite dining location throughout their marriage. They wed in 1962 and had the honour of recently celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary.

Dianne attended Red River College and achieved her bookkeeping diploma in 1982, which came in handy when doing the books for Jarvis’ business. She also worked for Henderson Directories and then for Angus Reid until she retired in 2006.

When their children were young, they moved to Stonewall to raise their family. Dianne was active in the church in Stonewall, and volunteered to help with her children’s activities, spending many years as a 4-H leader. Dianne loved baking and enjoyed serving baked treats to friends when they came over to visit. Dianne was excited to celebrate the weddings of two of her daughters and welcomed her two sons-in-law into the family; Teresa to Doug in 1993 and Tammy to Rob in 2004. She enjoyed watching her family grow, and was especially fond of her grandchildren, Michael and Magdalena. She was proud of their accomplishments and celebrated their successes. She was extremely proud to have taken part in Michael’s wedding and Magdalena’s university graduation. Dianne was overjoyed with the news of becoming a great-grandma and relished every moment she spent with great-grandson, Matthew. Dianne loved listening to country music and enjoyed attending concerts. Her closet was full of concert t-shirts from the shows that she attended. In 2009, she enjoyed a dream trip to Nashville with Jarvis and daughter Tracy, visiting iconic places such as the Ryman Auditorium, the Grand Ole Opry, Graceland, and dining at Loretta Lynn’s Kitchen.

Dianne’s last few years were challenging due to several health concerns, which limited her independence. Attending the Prime Program at Deer Lodge Centre was the highlight of her last few months. She enjoyed the people, the activities and the chance to get out on her own again. Dianne’s family would like to thank the staff at the Prime Program for the increased independence and enjoyment they provided for her, and for their exceptional care.

The family would also like to thank the staff of Grace Hospital 4 South for their excellent care during Dianne’s last few weeks. We are extremely grateful for the support and comfort that you provided to all of us.

A Celebration of Life will be held on January 14, 2023 at Crestview United Church, 316 Hamilton Avenue, Winnipeg, at 2:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada (Manitoba Branch) 1-452 Dovercourt Drive, Winnipeg, MB, R3Y 1G4, or to the Prime Program through the Deer Lodge Centre Foundation 2109 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3J 0L3

November 24, 1941 – December 10, 2022         It is with great sadness that his family announces the sudden passing of their Dad/Grandfather, Dale Yeo, on December 10, 2022 at his home in Stonewall, Manitoba. A lifelong and passionate fan of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers is now cheering on his team from Heaven. Mom will be amused, and certainly not surprised.

Gordon Dale Yeo was born in Winnipeg on November 24, 1941. He received his public school education at Mulvey and Gordon Bell Schools, where the influence of some excellent educators led him to the vocation of teaching. After high school, Dale pursued post-secondary studies in History, English and Education at United College and the University of Manitoba. It was while a student at United that he met and subsequently married Rosemarie Thiele from Dauphin, Manitoba in 1961. It was the beginning of a beautiful partnership, which lasted almost 60 years.

In 1962 the couple, along with baby son, packed up their few belongings and moved to Roblin, Manitoba where Dale’s 35-year teaching career would begin. “Mr. Yeo”, as he was known to hundreds of students over the years, became a master teacher, professional and committed to his craft. He and Rosemarie fell in love with their new community and for more than 50 years were an integral part of it. Even while juggling a busy work life as a teacher and vice-principal at Roblin Collegiate Institute/Goose Lake High School, and being a wonderful father to his five children, Dale volunteered thousands of hours over many years to several community endeavours such as the Roblin Credit Union, Community Foundation, Lions Club, Trans-Canada Trail, Meals on Wheels, Roblin Centennial Committee, and construction of a new community centre. He served as Deputy Mayor of Roblin and enjoyed reading to the residents of Crocus Court seniors home. He and Rosemarie were members of Sacred Heart Parish, with a deep and abiding faith which helped guide their lives.

In 2017 the two made the difficult decision to leave Roblin to be nearer to family and to have closer access to necessary medical services. They relocated to Stonewall, taking up residence at Lion’s Manor where they quickly made many new friends and became part of that community.

Dale was predeceased by his beloved Rosemarie in 2020, parents Frank (1969) and Lillian (2001), and infant brother Ross (1948). He is survived by sons David (Laurel), Douglas (Wei Li), Robert (Lindy), Allen, and daughter Donna (Curtis). He leaves behind eight cherished grandchildren: Kelly (Spencer), Jamie and Scott Yeo; Jacynthe Yeo; Joshua and Jennifer Yaschyshyn; and Elizabeth and William Yeo. Also left to mourn in London, England is Clayton (Arlette) Yeo, his brother for whom Dale had such great affection, pride and respect. The Thiele in-laws who were family to Dale for six decades, Tina Arbez, many nieces and nephews along with former colleagues and his many friends, acutely feel this terrible loss as well.

A funeral service will be held on December 17, 2 pm, at Christ the King Church (325 2nd St E, Stonewall). A brief reception will follow in the auditorium at Quarry Park Heritage Arts Centre (166 Main Street, Stonewall). Donations in Dale’s memory can be made to the Roblin and District Community Foundation (Box 1599, Roblin MB, R0L 1P0), Something Beautiful (307 Main Street, Stonewall MB, R0C 2Z0), or the Terry Fox Foundation (terryfox.org or 1-888-836-9786).

His positive outlook, undiminished zest for life, genuine interest in others, and sense of responsibility as a parent and citizen were rare qualities characteristic of Dale. How blessed we were.

We love and miss you so very much, Dad.

On Thursday December 8, 2022, Margaret Freda Anderson of Woodlands, MB passed away peacefully.

She will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her daughters, Margaret Ann (Rodney) Brad, Heather Anderson, Kristine (Bryan) Sangster, and her grandchildren Katherine, Ashley, Laura, Aaron and Addison. She is also remembered by her brother Jim (Vickie) Einarson, sister Lillian Hykaway, sister-in-law Joan Einarson, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Mom was predeceased by dad, Calvin Anderson, her parents Paul and Hrefna Einarson, and her brothers Edward and Ken Einarson.

Mom was born in Winnipeg on August 8, 1939 and was the oldest of 5 children. Her childhood was spent in Oakpoint, MB before the family moved back to Winnipeg.

Mom met dad and they were married on January 31, 1964. Mom worked at Scott National in Winnipeg until they purchased the Woodlands General Store in 1972. They ran the store and post office until they sold in 1979. She continued to be postmaster and they built the current building that the post office is still in today. Mom retired from Canada Post in 2002.

Mom enjoyed watching her grandchildren at their various sports. She loved painting and sketching, she was always looking for pictures that she could do a painting of. We have many of her paintings that she did that we will cherish forever. She had many other hobbies, was a member of the community hall and bingo committee.

We would like to thank all the staff that cared for mom during her stay at Teulon Hunter Memorial Hospital and Ken Loehmer for all his help and guidance.

A service will be held on Saturday, January 7, 2023 at 1:00 pm at the Woodlands Community Hall.

In lieu of flowers, if family and friends so desire, donations may be made to the Woodlands Community Hall, 204 Argyle St, Woodlands MB, R0C 3H0.

May 17, 1931 – November 29, 2022      With deep sadness, the family of Bill McMahon announces his passing just 35 days after his wife, Beatrice.

Bill was born, raised, and lived in Teulon, Manitoba his entire life. He was the 8th of 9 siblings born to Alex and Edith. Dad helped his father build The Corner Pine in 1948 and worked at the business for several years. In 1957, Dad married Beatrice Sanderson and they had four daughters. They purchased the business in 1970, renamed it Bill & Bea’s Variety Store and upgraded to a new building in 1975. Dad enjoyed the daily BS sessions with the morning coffee crew. His favorite food was vanilla soft ice-cream and he took great pride in how his ice cream tasted, testing it frequently throughout the day. His ice cream was well-known throughout the Interlake and beyond! Dad and Mom retired in 2005 and were set to celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary this December 7th.

Dad drove a school-bus for 29 years, and his hobbies included tinkering, hunting, woodworking, gardening, and spending hours at his hobby farm, but his favorite hobby was a good nap. Dad was handy and spent many hours fixing things, often accompanied by much colourful language. He was the best pack rat and loved a good bargain. Dad and Mom enjoyed harness racing, and they spent several years training and watching their own horses race at Assiniboia Downs and summer fairs throughout Manitoba. A voracious reader, Dad’s vast knowledge far exceeded his 7th grade education. His quick wit and cheeky humour, which weren’t always politically correct, were characteristic of his positive outlook.

Dad and Mom enjoyed some international travel, the highlight being their trip to Ireland. When Dad could no longer manage at home, he moved to Goodwin Lodge where he received wonderful care.

Bill will be greatly missed by his four daughters Kathy Siatecki, Donna (Chuck) Stock, Melody (Darrell) Hawryluk and Crystal McMahon (Todd Campbell), grandchildren Todd, Samantha, Kyla (Yiyang), Sharlene, Shannon, Megan (Luke), Michael (Krista), Brittany, and their families, sisters-in-law Shirley, Esther, Denise, Bernice, Eileen and brothers-in-law Art and Abe and their families, plus many nieces and nephews and cousins. A private family service will be held. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Goodwin Lodge or Teulon Community Health Foundation.