It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, and great grandmother on August 3rd, 2022. Audrey passed away peacefully with her daughter in-law, Cindy by her side.

After a brief illness, we said our final farewell. Mom was blessed to constantly have family by her side for the month she spent in hospital.

Audrey is survived by her son, Craig (Cindy), grandson, Evan and granddaughters, Lauren (Jordan), Taylor (Braden), and great grandson Rhys, son, Keith (Janice), grandsons, Patrick and Jordan (Ashleigh) and son, Rodney, (Margaret Ann), and granddaughters, Katherine, Ashley, and Laura.

Audrey was predeceased by her husband Bob who passed away January 5th, 2022, her parents, David and Myrtle Cathers, and her brothers Mervin and Kenneth Cathers.

Audrey was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on October 5th, 1928. After spending several years in the USA, they moved back to Manitoba, where they lived in Headingly and eventually settled in Woodlands. Mom attended business college in Winnipeg and was employed at Winnipeg Electric. She had fond memories of her time working in Winnipeg and spoke of the time that everyone was let go from work to assist with sandbagging during the great flood of 1950. She referenced the great friendships she made during her time there. Mom often spoke of playing baseball, she was quite proud to tell you that when a game was close, she was called in as the relief pitcher as she was left-handed.

On June 26th, 1954, Audrey married the love of her life Bob Brad. They were married for 67 years.

They were so fortunate to have their three sons reside within a mile of their family dairy farm, where the boys worked side by side with their parents. Family was everything to Mom, she loved that Rodney joined her for breakfast, it was the highlight of her day and he kept her up to date with what was going on in the community. She spoke fondly of her time with Craig and was so proud of how he stepped up and took over the bookkeeping and day to day operations after the passing of Bob. She appreciated all the visits from the grandchildren, especially after Bobs passing, both at home and during her stay at the hospital. She was so proud of her grandchildren. She was very thankful that she got to meet her first great grandchild, Rhys, he was the apple of her eye. Rhys came numerous times to visit, and she would light up – shake her head, and say “he is such a good boy”.

Over the years, Mom was extremely involved in her community. She was a member of the ACW, a 4-H leader, ran the canteen at Bingo (up until she was 88), and assisted at the Prairie Dog concession stand in Warren and Grosse Isle.

In her younger days she loved gardening, her face lit up when you gave her any type of plant or flowers, she truly had a green thumb, she loved reading her daily Free Press, her People magazine, enjoyed watching baseball, curling, the Bomber games, and rarely missed Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy.

Mom was blessed with a sharp mind, and a great memory. If you were lucky enough to be having a cup of tea with her, she would recount stories from her youth.

Mom spent a month between Stonewall and Teulon Hospitals in palliative care. We would like to thank all the staff that cared for Mom, noting the exceptional care that both Mom and family received from the following, Melinda, Kim, Joyce, Brenda, and Ann.

Audrey’s family would like to thank everyone for the many phone calls, messages, cards, flowers, food, and baking, it means the world to all of us.

There will be a service for both Mom and Dad at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice or to the Woodlands Community Hall, 204 Argyle Street, Woodlands Manitoba, R0C 3H0 in memory of Mom and Dad.

Loved always, never forgotten.

Evelyn York (Lawrence) with family have gathered. She was called home to meet her Savior on July 30, 2022.Evelyn is survived by her family; James (Joanne), Arlene (Michael), Keith, Susan (Michael), her grandchildren, and her great grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her husband Victor Assels in 1971; her parents Bert and Edna Lawrence, and in 2019 her daughter Joan (Randy Porcher).Evelyn met Owen York whom she married in 1984 and together they moved to Alberta. Owen passed away in 2016.

Evelyn loved gardening. While in Alberta she built a greenhouse where she started most of her plants from seed. Soon the house was surrounded by a colorful array of multiple flowers. The deer were pleased with her selection of plants too and, although mischievous they, too, were loved.

Evelyn often spoke of the great enjoyment she received from her times with her “sisters” in the Lord. She spent time working in the office of Children’s Youth Ranch and also taught Sunday School. Some of those children are now married and still corresponded with her on Facebook.Her last few years in Stonewall were spent enjoying her ever increasing family, especially her great grandchildren.

In her last few months, Mom enjoyed living with her son-in-law, Randy. There, she was surrounded by family and cared for by Maria and Hannah, her home attendants. And, we can’t overlook the many angels in the health-care field for their loving care and dedication to Mom.

There will be a private family funeral. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Bethel Orphanage in Kisimu, Kenya, ℅ Box 4646, Stonewall, MB R0C 2Z0.

Gwendalyn Darlene Buchanan (nee Tronrud) passed away peacefully @ Dr. Evelyn Memorial Hospital in Stonewall, MB on July 26, 2022 at the age of 66 with family by her side.

Gwen was predeceased by her parents David Tronrud and Elsie Tronrud, father- and mother in-law William (Bill) and Ethel Buchanan.

Gwen is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Bruce, son Trevor (Christine) and grandchildren Alexis (Sam), Brooklyn, Riley (K.C.), son Tyler (Martina) and grandchild Archer and daughter Jennifer (Jeremy)and grandchildren Isabelle and Aiden. Gwen is also survived by two brothers Mark (Christine) Tronrud and Brad (Karen) Tronrud and in-laws Brenda (Brian) Morash and Janice (Cliff) Harrison, as well as numerous nephews and nieces.

Gwen was born in Teulon and spent her early years on the family farm West of Inwood. She moved to Winnipeg after high school graduation and worked at Great West Life. She married Bruce on June 26, 1976 and moved to Argyle to start a family and be a staple in the community. She worked for the Interlake School Division for over 30 years in various positions but her heart was always in driving the school bus.

Over the years she fought many health battles but her attitude always remained upbeat. Her positive attitude led her to be a volunteer support worker for Cancer Care Canada for over 15 years.

Mom spent countless hours putting her heart and soul into her family’s involvement with 4-H, the Argyle Curling Club, the Argyle Community Hall Board, Argyle School Parent Council and anything in the community for which she could provide a committed and selfless helping hand.

Mom and Dad enjoyed travelling and camping. Her true passion in life was for her kids, grandkids, nieces and nephews, and everyone else she called family. Mom and Dad enjoyed travelling to attend their kids’ various events and eventually their grandkids’ events as well, including anything from sports to recitals to concerts. Gwen was everyone’s #1 cheerleader.

Thank you to Dr Kerr Graham and the staff at Dr. Evelyn Memorial Hospital for the care and compassion you provided mom in the last few weeks.

A graveside service will be held at the Argyle Cemetery 1:00 pm, Saturday, July 30th with a celebration of her life to follow at the Buchanan Farm from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m., bring your own lawn chair.

Honouring mom’s love of flowers please feel free to fill the cemetery with them. Donations can be made in her name to South West District Palliative Care Inc.

“Perhaps they are not stars in the sky, but rather openings where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy”

After a courageous fight against Cancer, Garnet passed away peacefully at the Stonewall Hospital on July 23, 2022.

Garnet will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 57 years, Bunny, his son, Joe (Nadine) and daughter Penny (Sheldon). Grandchildren Kristin (Brendan), Michael (David), Amber-Dawne (Jeff), Tyler (Megan), Devan (Anna), Koenraad (Brooke), Christy, and his precious great granddaughter Blayke, and numerous friends.

He was predeceased by his son Chris, father Ernie, mother Jennie, mother-in-law Lilian McEwan, brother Bert, brother Dick, sister-in-law Alice, and nephews Marvin and Gary.

Garnet was born in Stonewall, on October 12th 1943, and went to Centre School.

Garnet married the love of his life Bunny in 1964 and together they raised 3 children, Joe, Penny, and Chris.

They spent their summers camping and fishing and traveling with the kids and many friends.

Garnet farmed for many years with his brother Bert, and upon Bert’s passing, he was able to continue his passion for farming with his son Joe. His farm life allowed him to create great friendships within the farming community.

Garnet loved flying and his children were the only kids lucky enough, to jump in the plane after supper and fly over the crops and he would even let us fly the plane.

He took pride in teaching Joe how to fly, and seeing him attain his pilot’s license.

Garnet had a SnoJet business and could fix most anything, he always had spare parts and if you needed something, would often say, “I think I have that in my stock”.

He spent the last 2 winters working on many projects side by side with his son Joe which they both enjoyed very much.

He taught his grandchildren how to fix various quads, trikes, boats and anything they brought him.

When Penny bought a property with an old tractor, he took the grandchildren there and showed them how to get it running and drove it around proudly as the grandkids watched with great admiration.

To the grandchildren, whatever grampa said was always right, he knew everything.

Garnet went on many snowmobile trips, and created many memories with friends and family.

He passed his love for snowmobiling on to his children and grandchildren.

Garnet was a councillor and Reeve for the RM of Rockwood and his passion to do the right thing allowed him to develop many bonds, both within the council and the community which he felt blessed to have until his final days.

Garnet retired to the lake and became very involved in the community at Lake Manitoba Narrows and especially Skunk Bay, working at The Lodge and giving back to the lake community he so loved.

Penny and the grandchildren were very lucky to spend many summers at the lake with grama and grampa and as adults the grandchildren continued to spend time fishing and making memories with them.

He loved fishing with his friends, but, especially his grandchildren, who also cherished his life lessons, but most of all his storytelling and love.

When he became a great grampa, the sun rose and set on the little girl.

He often said she was perfect, the most beautiful little girl, and whenever he saw her his eyes sparkled.

He volunteered for many community groups and was always willing to help out wherever he could.

As many of his friends said, he had strong morals, and believed in always doing the right thing.

Our dad was our best friend, our mentor and he had so much patience he didn’t tell us how to do things, he taught us.

He instilled the values of kindness, love, and the passion for life, in us all.

He often said, if you can’t say something nice, then don’t say anything at all.

A memorial service was held July 28th 2022, at the Legion in Stonewall.

The family would like to thank Ken Loehmer for his guidance and compassion, Shirley Williams for a beautiful service, Arnie Appell for his singing and capturing the spirit of dad.

A heartfelt thank you goes to Jim Campbell, for sharing not only his memories, but the memories of so many of dad’s friends.

As a family we want to thank Dr. Graham for his support and care of Dad through his journey with cancer. Dr. Hicks, as well as the many doctors and nurses at Cancer Care Manitoba.

To the entire staff at Stonewall Hospital, thank you for taking time to talk to dad to fill his days with stories, and for your kindness to the family on his long stay. To Janice, as dad would say his “Senior Advisor”, thank you for listening to dad’s stories, and indulging him in a good story whenever he asked. You all made his last days brighter.

To his Advisor Sheldon, thank you for all the love you gave dad, no words can ever express how much comfort we all had knowing that you were there when we couldn’t be, Dad truly loved you.

To The Men’s Club, and his many friends, thank you for the visits, the phone calls, most all of all the stories and making dad’s final days full of laughter.

To his grandson Devan, thank you for making the beautiful urn, that he wanted so much for you to make it was perfect.

In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, remember dad through donations, to the Victoria Cemetery, Cancer Care Manitoba and the Siloam Mission.

Dad, you have left a void in our hearts, but we were so blessed that you also filled our hearts with so much love, laughter and memories we will spend the rest of our lives cherishing you.

Rest in peace dad, you are with your son Chris whom you missed so deeply.

Peacefully July 19, 2022, our mother Audrey Cecile Lebedeff took her last breath and went to be with the Lord. Diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in December 2021, Mom spent her last few days compassionately cared for by the staff at Grace Hospice.

Her 86-year journey fills our hearts and minds with so many fond memories and stories of her. Mom was born January 14,1936 in the family home on the farm in Erinview. She met her Prince in 1954 and their first date was a dance. Married in 1957 and their family life began. Mom was blessed to be home to raise the three of us while supporting Dad’s Plumbing Business as his Bookkeeper.

Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, she was well known for her homemade buns, meatballs and her fabulous Vinarterta. She was incredibly talented and loved to spend time doing her knitting, crocheting and needlepoint. After their kids left the nest, Mom and Dad went back to their love of dancing in 1986.

Mom leaves behind her husband of 64 Years, Nikola (Nick), Daughter Kelly (Garry) and Grandsons Nicholas (Gloria), and Brendan, Great Grandchildren Naomi and Landon. Son, Dan (Tracy) and Granddaughter Megan. Daughter Judy and Grandsons Jackson, Jordan and Jakob. Predeceased by her Father Reidar, Mother Lavina and two brothers Wray and Ross.

With moms wishes, cremation has taken place, along with a private family service. There will be a Social / Memorial Celebration of her Life on Sunday, October 23, 2022, at Meadow Lee Hall, Marquette MB 1:00-5:00pm. Family/Friends are invited to share in a dance or two to honour Mom and Dad’s love of old-time and square dance.

Donations in Audrey’s memory may be sent to Grace Hospice.

Thank you to Dr. Daenick, Nurse Shawna at Cancer Care as well as Sarah, Palliative Co-ordinator, MB Health and All the incredible staff at Grace Hospice.

It is with incredible sadness that we mark the passing of Peter John Polson on July 18, 2022 following complications surrounding a recent stroke.

Peter was predeceased by his beloved wife, Charlene Margaret (Morrison) Polson, brother Bill (“Hunchy”), sister Della, and brothers-in-law Billy Appler and Donald Fedoruk. He is survived by daughter Laurel (David Yeo), son Kevin, and his precious granddaughter Jacynthe. Also left to mourn his passing are siblings Danny Polson, Emily Funk, Jennie Brown, Olga Fedoruk, Jerry Polson (Louise), John Polson (Cathy), and many nephews and nieces.

Peter was born on September 6, 1936 in Winnipeg. A large family of nine children living on Dufferin Avenue, Peter’s mother Mary was left to care for them after the death of his father, Joseph, in 1949. From a young age, Peter and his brothers and sisters worked hard, learned responsibility and the importance of strong family ties and of helping one another, especially through scarcity and tough times. Those bonds endured for many decades to follow. It was through his youngest sister, Olga, that Peter was first introduced to Charlene, and each quickly realized that they were truly meant to share a life. They married on May 16, 1959 and would spend the next 55 years together. Many happy family memories were created at the cottage at Grand Marais, Christmas Eve gatherings on Redwood Avenue, and barbeques on Bachman Bay. Food, drink and laughter were in abundance on these occasions!

Peter worked as a clerk at CPR for 17 years until 1969. It was then that he decided to return to school, completed his GED, and was accepted into Red River College to study carpentry in 1971. Determined to support his wife and two young children, at age 37 Peter completed his studies and became a master at his craft. While driving around the city he would often point to buildings and bridges he helped to construct. He would go on to enjoy a successful career as a carpenter with Winnipeg School Division, including several years as Union president, until his retirement in 1997.

Generous and optimistic, Peter loved working with his hands and spending free time gardening and wood working. Many family trips to Victoria, BC to visit Kevin were made, and upon Charlene’s passing in 2014 he moved there for five years. Winnipeg was always home, though, and in 2020 he returned and was able to enjoy the company of family and his little pup Benny for the remaining months of his life. Husband, Dad, Grandpa, Brother, Uncle, Friend – Peter meant so much to so many and knowing him was an honour. Losing him is keenly felt.

We love and miss you, Dad, but take comfort in knowing you are together again with Mom.

Love you bunches, always. XOXO

March 15, 1947 – July 17, 2022    With heavy hearts we announce Valerie passed away peacefully after a lengthy battle.

She is survived by her husband David, her daughter Rebecca (Heiko), grandsons Lukas and Konner, her step daughter Jennifer (Martin), step granddaughters Emilie and Brianne, her sisters Myrna (Barry) and Lorraine (Ron), niece Maureen (Allen) and nephews Jeffrey (Rhonda) and Kevin (Corin), Bros. in-law Allan (Debbie), Al Wetton, Sister in-law Bev (Gary). Valerie also leaves to mourn special friend, Carla, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins, and many friends. Valerie was predeceased by her parents, June and Mick.

There will be a private family interment at a later date.

The family would like to thank the doctors and nursing staff at Selkirk Cancer Care unit, Stonewall Hospital, Teulon PCH for their care and compassion. Special thank you to Dr. Graham.

In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to Cancer Care Foundation, 675 McDermot Avenue, WPG, MB. R3E 0V9.

August 23, 1935 – July 15, 2022      It is with the heaviest hearts the family announces the passing of our dear Mother and Baba at the age of 86.

Mom was born in Lockport, MB, the youngest daughter to Harry and Anne Panaschuk and grew up in Oak Hammock area eventually moving to Argyle in 1952 to the farm where her and dad resided until her hospitalization in January 2019.

Mom spent her childhood on the family farm. She met the love of her life, Steve Medwid marrying the following year in 1952. Mom & dad raised five children, evolving into a large family with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mom was a determined, hard working farm wife who loved to cook and preserve for her family and make sure her kids knew how to do these things before leaving home. She could create a fabulous meal out of anything. And create her own recipes. Her family was her life, she would always have food for us and send something home with us after we had our visit or when her and dad came to visit. Mom especially enjoyed spending time with her family, watching them grow. Mom loved babies, she got so much joy from them from little and as they grew up.

Mom was predeceased by her husband of nearly 67 years, Steve, her parents, Harry and Anne Panaschuk, sisters Joan Kazuk, Marion Smoley, and Mabel Gregg.

Left to mourn Mom are her sons Richard (Lucy), John (Debbie), George, daughters Steph (Mel) Olson, Joanne (Trevor) Sinclair, grandchildren Laura (Will), Jeff (Chantelle) & Lincoln; Jessica (Corey), Sawyer & Kaylee, Jackie (Ray); Lindsay, Ashley; Myki (Jon), Mason & McKinley, Melissa, Mahlani, Megan (Gerald) Logan & Lynley; Jenelle (Matt) Landon & Brody; T.J. (Karlie) Kaiden, Brooklynn, Raelynn & Raena; sister Kay Harman & brother Harry (Heather) Panaschuk and families, and sisters-in-law, Margaret(Russell) Beirnes, Jean Medwid and Margaret Medwid as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

As per mom’s wishes, cremation has taken place and no formal service will be held.

The family would like to extend a very special thank you to Dr. Graham, and the nursing staff and health care aides and staff at Rosewood Lodge, Stonewall, where Mom resided for the past 2.5 years of her life, and Ken Loehmer.

Donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation in Mom’s memory. Rest in Peace, Mom and Baba. Love and miss you forever.

May 2, 1939-July 8, 2022    Alice was born on the family farm May 2, 1939 to Alex and Nellie Hawrysh (nee Chic). She attended school in Melnice until she went to High School in Teulon. This is where she met Merlyn, the love of her life. Upon completing high school, she went to Normal School. She then got a job teaching at Union Prairie School in Inwood. The following fall, she and Merle were married and they moved to Winnipeg where she got a job working at The Royal Bank downtown. Not long after, when her dad became ill, they returned to the family farm in Melnice where she remained until her passing. Here they started their family and she worked for many years at McGregors Drugs in Winnipeg Beach as well as Say it with Ceramics and as a bartender at the Waterfront Centre. She was also secretary treasurer for the St. William’s Cemetery.

She taught Ukrainian singing lessons through the Winnipeg Beach school. Her Singing Kittens even preformed in many talent shows, on the radio and even television.

Her house was known for baking, pickles, treats, endless laughter and the phone ringing off the hook. She loved playing cards, watching her stories, good music, polka parties & spending time with her family and friends.

She was predeceased by her husband of 46 years Merle in 2003. Son Blair, parents Alex and Nellie, Brother Bert Hawrysh. In- laws Roy & Anne, Brother- in-Law Bob (Audrey).

She is survived by daughter Maureen (Bob), grandchildren Chelsey McColl (Roman), Ashley Michaluk (Nick), Saveja Ellison (Geoff), Tyler Trautwein (Abby) & Monique Ellison (Ryan) as well as her precious Great grandchildren Brandt, Violet and Emilee. Sister in law Eileen Hawrysh as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins & special friends as well as her 2 spoiled fur babies KJ and Khloe.

A celebration of life will be held Sunday, July 17th at the Teulon Rockwood Centennial Centre at 2 pm and a private burial will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or St William’s Cemetery.

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December 16, 1923 – July 7, 2022    It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, William, at the age of 98 at the Fisher Branch Personal Care Home.

He leaves to mourn his passing his children Karen (Larry), Debbie (Eric), Glen, Sally (Warren), Ernie (Tracy), grandchildren Nicole (Robert), Rachelle (Keith), Deni, Willie (Amor), Stacey (Jason), Jen, Mike (Mel), Brooke (Chris), Leif, Kristin, Amy, Jordan, Keith (Emily) and Kayla (Blair). Great grandchildren Nigel, Theo, Taylor, Dakota, Jayden, Macy, Arianna, Ava and Molly. He also leaves his sister Lee and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his wife Erica, sons Bob and Don, brother Charlie and sisters Margret, Elsie and Kay.

Dad was born on Dec.16,1923 and the first years of his life were spent on the family homestead in Rosenburg. In 1929 the family moved to the Homer district. It was here that Dad grew up and worked along side his parents and siblings.

In 1948 he married Erica and together they took over the farm from his parents who retired to Arborg. As they began their family together Dad would work in the bush cutting lumber in the winters and work clearing land in the summers. Over the years they were able to purchase more land as it became available and build up their mixed farming operation.

Dad was active in the local community serving on the local school board as well as the red cross.

In 1996 Dad sold the farm to Glen and Ernie and he “retired”. For the first few years of his retirement Dad filled his days driving tractor when needed during seeding and combine at harvest, going to town to pick up parts and helping repair equipment when it broke down. Eventually he began to slow down and take a more supervisory role but was always available to provide a hand or advice when needed.

In 2009 Dad and Mom made the move from the farm to the Assisted Living Facility in Arborg where they spent their remaining days. Dad greatest joy in his later years came from trips back to the farm to check the crops. He took immense pride in knowing that the farm he and Mom had worked so hard to establish was being carried forward, first by his sons and then by his grandson. Although at first a little skeptical of the changes to his long time home, he couldn’t stop smiling when he saw the finished product, knowing that Keith and Emily had made it their own.

Another thing that would always bring a smile to Dads face was his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was always thrilled to see them and even just hearing news of what they were doing brought him joy.

A heartfelt thank you to the staff and the management at the Assisted Living for their “above and beyond” care for Dad and to his homecare team who cared for him with respect, dignity and compassion.

Dad had a long and full life and it was only during the last few months that he spent first in the Arborg Hospital and the in the Fisher Branch Personal Care Home.

The family would like to thank Dr. Donnelly and the nurses at the Arborg Hospital as well as the staff at the Fisher Branch Personal Care Home for their exceptional care while Dad was with them.

As was his wish, cremation will take place and a private interment will take place at the Homer cemetery.