Dennis Langrell lived from July 28th, 1954 to April 28th, 2021. He will be loved forever by the families of his sister Jennifer Studler, her husband Peri and brother Doug Langrell and his wife Donna Breyfogle, close cousins Shelley McKnight, Kelvin Stewart, Dawne Grenkow and Pam Stewart and their families, Laurie and Shirley Langrell and by a large extended family.

He will be remembered also by the many friends, too numerous to list, whom he held so dear, and especially by Eleanor Adams. Dennis was predeceased by his father Ed and mother Eleanor.

Blessed by a sunny, happy childhood on the family farm, nurtured by loving, gentle parents, he enjoyed the adventurous, free life that such an upbringing affords. In time he grew into a curious, well-travelled and well-read individual, absorbing the varied experiences that came his way, always a keen—and opinionated—observer of the human condition.

Dennis will be remembered by most for his love of golf, a game for which his passion was unlimited and his grasp of detail, at least to the fairway-challenged, essentially infinite. An athlete in his younger years, he enjoyed sports of all kinds, and maintained a keen interest—and an astonishing, encyclopedic knowledge of the sporting world—throughout his life.

He was intensely proud of the achievements of the various communities to which he contributed, from his student council presidency in high school, to his leadership in the Interlake Golf and Country Club and the Manitoba Golf Association, to his more recent volunteer role as a guide at the Winnipeg Art Gallery. His entire working career, from 1975 till 2010, was devoted to one organization, the Grain Research Lab of the Canadian Grain Commission, and to the many, many colleagues and friends he treasured.

On the whole, it was a lonelier life than those who loved him would have preferred. Though the comfort of a single life partner was not fated for him, his bottomless affection for his family and friends anchored him and remained always the strongest current of his life. He lived the way he wanted; he was loved, and his memory will be cherished forever by those who valued his life so deeply.

“And now abide faith, hope, love, these three; but the greatest of these is love.”

Due to COVID a private family interment will take place at a later date. If friends so desire, memorial donations can be made to a charity of your choice.

June 17, 1947 to April 28, 2021   Peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer we say farewell to our beloved Cecil. He was a husband, friend, brother, father, uncle, grandpa, and great grandpa that we cherished in our life.

He is headed off to spend his next chapter with his son Dwayne (Duey) and his parents Sydney & Nellie and his brother George.

He will be lovingly remembered by Doreen (wife) Dave (Nichole) Mitchell (Danielle) Nicholas (Carleen) Mackenzie (Chelsi).

He was a well-known citizen of Stonewall. He tried his hand at many things, he coached kid’s baseball, volunteered at various community projects, cooked meals at FACT and curling club dinner events, he served as a member on council and helped many local businesses in anyway he could. He was a generous and giving man, he was known for his strength, humour and kindness to all and he especially loved children and animals. He delighted in a good golf game, whiskey, a steak he likely prepared himself and blowing up the odd elevator. He always enjoyed good company while hunting and fishing. His presence would fill a room and his departure will leave a whole in our hearts. He will be missed by all that had the pleasure to have known him.

A personal graveside service was held on Saturday May 1, 2021.

In lieu of flowers if friends so desire a donation can be made to the South West District Palliative Care Inc., Box 1282, Stonewall, MB., R0C 2Z0, Winnipeg Human Society, 45 Hurst Way, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3T 0R3 or a charity of your choice.

Our family would like to take this opportunity to thank all the doctors and nurses who assisted in his care. Especially the Stonewall hospital staff who were so kind and made us very comfortable in this trying time.

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of John Halabura, aged 74 years at Arborg Hospital.

He will be greatly missed by the love of his life, Irene and her family. He leaves behind 3 brothers and their spouses, many friends and relatives.

John was a hard worker all of his life right up until the end. He started as a boy working on the family farm as a young man working construction, building highways in western Canada, he helped build the floodway in Winnipeg. One of his favorite pastimes was restoring old cars, he was a great mechanic, self taught, he could unseize a motor and have it going in no time. John would be there when anyone would need help, day or night. If there was a swap meet or auction, you would be sure to see John and Irene there. He loved to dance. Enjoyed going to the casino.

John thank you for a lifetime of memories we made together, you were a wonderful man and I pray one day we will meet again. I will never forget you and love you for the rest of my life. May you rest in peace and God be with you.

Special thanks to Dr. Donnelly and to all the staff at Arborg Hospital, you were all so caring and compassionate to John and me, all the support was amazing. Special thank you to Cindy for caring for John and the support to me.

Cremation has taken place and due to Covid, a Christian burial will be held at a later date.

With great sadness after a lengthy and courageous battle Mae passed away peacefully at her home in Gateway Manor in Teulon, Manitoba on April 21, 2021 with her family at her side.

Mae is survived by her children, Robert Hoey, Lorna Hoey, Neil Hoey and Cathy Lifeso, grandchildren Jay, Maegan, Jordan, Lindsay, Regeena, Caitlin, great grandchildren Sadie and Lincoln. She is survived by her sister Phyllis Harvey of Pipestone Manitoba as well numerous nieces and nephews.

Mae is predeceased by her husband Roger in 2012, her sisters Ruth McDonald, Betty Redlin and Brothers Gerald and William Chudley, her parents Freda and Cleavland Chudley of Brookdale Manitoba.

Mae was born in Neepawa Manitoba on April 23, 1933. She grew up on the family farm in the area of Brookdale, Manitoba. As a young women Mae’s plan was to be a teacher she attended Normal School in Winnipeg in the early 1950’s. Mae and Roger were married in Brookdale on July 25, 1953. In the years that followed Mae and Roger’s family grew. Mae supported Roger in the hardware business and the small family moved from Brookdale to Semans and Bengough in Saskatchewan. The hardware business brought the family to Teulon in 1962. Teulon became home for Mae and her family.

Mae was a loving mother to the four kids, was very active in the community and was a strong supporter and tireless worker for her other love, the United Church in Teulon. She was able to pursue her teaching career In Teulon. Mae and Roger were adventurous types and enjoyed travel, early on it was with the family on many wonderful and memorable summer vacation trips to many parts of Canada. Later on Roger and Mae made use of their growing free time to travel to many parts of the world, including the United States, Europe, Japan and Australia.

Mae (Mom) was a happy, kind and loving soul and was an inspiration to those she touched. She will always be dearly loved by her family and fondly remembered in the community. A private family service will be held at a later date. Interment will be at the Brookdale cemetery.

In lieu flowers if friends so desire donations can be made to Cancer Care Manitoba, flowers are gratefully declined. The Hoey family wish to acknowledge and thank the Doctors and staff at the Teulon hospital, Gateway Manor, staff at the Stonewall hospital and Cancer Care Manitoba for their considerate and compassionate efforts, especially in these trying times.

August 12, 1953 – April 15, 2021          We sadly announce the unexpected passing of Kenneth Nickolas Firman at the age of 67 at the Arborg & District Health Centre. He will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his nephew Nicholas (Kari) of Ottawa, and his niece Tanya of Seattle. He also leaves numerous cousins whom he cherished dearly.

Kenny was predeceased by his parents, Steve and Olive, his brother, Terry and sister-in-law Mary, and his fur baby, Orlie.

Kenny was born and raised in Arborg. After completing High School, he worked at the Arborg Co-op for Bjorn Bjornson, hauling fertilizer. The job entailed driving a large truck for the very first time. Kenny rose to the challenge and quickly mastered that skill. He was so proud of this accomplishment that he framed his very first pay cheque. Kenny attended Red River College taking a commercial cooking course, after which he worked at a number of hospital kitchens. Kenny returned to Red River College, graduated with a hairdressing diploma and secured a job at the T- Eaton’s company, where he worked for several years. Kenny also worked at the Rankin Inlet Hotel, NWT and on the Dew Line as a cook.

Kenny successfully owned and operated, Ken’s Catering Service and catered hundreds of special events in the area. He was most famous for his roast beef dinner topped off with the best gravy. Kenny was also very community minded and volunteered at the Arborg Heritage Village for the past 10 years. He volunteered his catering services and expertise annually, managing and planning the meals for several of the largest fundraisers in the community. Kenny’s “catering girls” were treated like family and once a year Kenny made sure to take them to the city for a special meal and maybe even a stop at the Casino.

For the past 15 years, Kenny was employed at the Arborg Assisted Living. He was passionate, personable, and hardworking employee who took great pride in creating delicious, nutritional and tasty meals. He was mentor to many young staff members at the Assisted Living over the years and a co-worker that everyone looked forward to working with. Kenny was loved and cherished by all the tenants and staff at the Arborg Assisted Living and the feeling was mutual.

Ken was a devoted and loving son and care giver to his Mother in her later years. He was proud of his nephew and niece and often spoke of their accomplishments. Kenny took pride in renovating his house by himself and tending his beautiful yard and flowers. He was well travelled and loved traveling. His last two trips to England, he invited his cousins Alice, Gwen and Hazel to join him to meet relatives there and research family. Kenny was so looking forward to traveling again when restrictions would be lifted.

Another of Kenny’s favourite hobbies was attending auction sales, where he spent the whole day looking for treasures and socializing. We will miss his unmistakable laugh, his big smile and his daily compliments.

Kenny was a kind, caring, companionate, and fun-loving man, a wonderful person who will be missed by everyone who knew him!

We would like to thank the Ambulance Attendants and the e Emergency physicians and staff at the Arborg & District Health Care Centre for their compassionate care.

If so desired, you can make a donation in Kenny’s memory to a charity of your choice. There will be a celebration of Kenny’s life at a later date.

“Til we meet again”

After a courageous battle with Cancer, at the age of 73, Maureen Ann Maskow passed away on April 15, 2021 at the Teulon Hunter Memorial Hospital.

Left to mourn Maureen’s passing are her sons Kurt (May), Trent (Roxanne), grandchildren Dylan, Mary, Harley, Donavin, great grandchildren Lucy and Roman, numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, neighbors, and friends.

Maureen was predeceased by her husband Wilfred, son Todd, daughter-in-law Rosemary, parents Leo and Kathleen Magnusson, sister Gail and her husband Lorne Van Achte, brother John and his wife Beryl.

Maureen worked for homecare for 30+ years and made many great friendships along the way.

Cremation will take place and a private interment will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to CancerCare Manitoba. Maureen’s family would like to thank all of the staff at the Teulon Hospital for their exceptional care during her stay there.

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Annette Marie Welsh on Friday April 9, 2021 at Riverview Health Center. Annette was born at the family home near Inwood, Manitoba on October 17, 1945.

She is survived by her siblings Bea (Bill), Esther, Denise, Bernice (Fred), Art (Tracy), Eileen (Paul), in-laws Agnes, Theresa & Rita as well as numerous beloved nieces and nephews that each held their own special place in her heart.

Annette was predeceased by her husband Teddy of 44 years, her parents Madeleine & Edgar Sanderson, her brother Victor and sisters Cecile & Florence.

Annette grew up on a farm near Inwood and attended a one room school approximately 3 miles from the home until grade 8. She attended high school at Inwood Collegiate then went to work in the Teulon Hospital as a nurse’s aide. Her next job was a telephone operator at MTS during which time she met Teddy. Two years after they married in 1970, they moved to Castlegar, BC. She moved back to Manitoba in 1975. One of her long-time jobs was at Paulins in Winnipeg until it closed in 1989. She then went to Red River College, began working with the Manitoba Metis Federation (MMF) in 1991 and retired from there in 2005. She moved to Poplarfield where she lived until 2018. Annette’s favourite hobby was curling and she knew everything there was to know about the sport. She participated in many bonspiels and in Poplarfield was part of a group called the “Gremlins”.

Annette took pride in the volunteer positions she held and worked diligently to serve the Metis community. She thoroughly enjoyed attending many MMF events particularly the AGA. But family was the most important to her. She was loving, had a heart of gold and was always there to help.

A Funeral service was held for immediate family. Urn bearer was Leon Richard. Honorary Pallbearers were all of her other nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Riverview Health Center. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the MMF Bereavement Fund in honour of Annette Welsh.

May 1, 1927 – March 28, 2021              Peacefully on March 28 at Betel Home, Selkirk, MB. Jean left us to join her husband John, son Robert, special friend Victor, and her beloved dog T.K.

Survived by her daughter Deborah, granddaughter Ashley (Brent) and great grandchildren Sadie and Damon John, sister Winifred and numerous nieces and nephews.

Born in Ontario, with moves to Buck Lake, Alberta and Gimli, Manitoba, Jean made many life long friends along the way.

Jean loved to drive, sew, and listen to her old time country music. Jean was a very strong willed and independent lady.

Thank you to the wonderful staff at Betel Home Selkirk for their great care during her stay and comfort and compassion in her final days. Special thanks to Lindsay – who was there from day one.

Cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held at a later date.

July 17, 1942 – March 21, 2021

Lena left us on Sunday morning to join the love of her life Dutchie.

She is survived by her loving children; Liz (Deryl), Don (Shirley), Manny (Laura) Grandchildren; Chantelle, Daryl (Kolten), Tyler, Brittany (Matt), Samantha (Avery), Amanda (Mike). Great Grandchildren; Everett, Deegan, Quinn, Hunter, Caliyanna, Ashton, Grace, Abigail. Numerous extended family and treasured friends.

Lena was predeceased by her loving husband Dutchie; her parents Victor and Susanne. Siblings; Amadee, Irma, step-brothers and step-sisters; James, Alexander, Hilda, Dorothy, Marie Rose, Marie Therese.

Mom loved being with her family enjoying the grandchildren and great grandchildren. She looked forward to family birthdays and holidays. She enjoyed planting her flowers, gardening and crafts. Camping with our Dad was her favorite. Mom was loved by everyone she met and she always had a kind word or a warm smile for you. She always enjoyed a good cup of coffee or meal with her friends.

We’ve lost a mother, grandmother and friend, whom we will truly miss. You will be in our hearts forever Mom xoxo.

The family would like to thank the amazing staff at the Stonewall Hospital for the care and support.

Cremation has taken place, and a private service will be held at a later date with the family.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to CancerCare Manitoba.

GOD’S GARDEN

God looked around his garden
And found an empty place,
He then looked down upon the earth
And saw your tired face.
He put his arms around you
And lifted you to rest.
God’s garden must be beautiful
He always takes the best.
He knew that you were suffering
He knew you were in pain.
He knew that you would never
Get well on earth again.
He saw the road was getting rough
And the hills were hard to climb.
So he closed your weary eyelids
And whispered, ‘Peace bethine’.
It broke our hearts to lose you
But you didn’t go alone,
For part of us went with you
The day God called you home.

A MOTHER’S CROWN

Heaven lit up with a mighty presence,
as the Angels all looked down.
Today the Lord was placing the jewels
Into my mother’s crown.
He held up a golden crown,
as my darling mother looked on.
He said in His gentle voice,
‘I will now explain each one.’
‘The first gem,’ He said, ‘is a Ruby,
and it’s for endurance alone,
for all the nights you waited up
for your children to come home.’
‘For all the nights by their bedside,
you stayed till the fever went down.
For nursing every little wound,
I add this ruby to your crown.’
‘An emerald, I’ll place by the ruby,
for leading your child in the right way.
For teaching them the lessons,
That made them who they are today.’
‘For always being right there,
through all life’s important events.
I give you a sapphire stone,
for the time and love you spent.’
‘For untying the strings that held them,
when they grew up and left home.
I give you this one for courage.’
Then the Lord added a garnet stone.
‘I’ll place a stone of amethyst,’ He said.
‘For all the times you spent on your knees,
when you asked if I’d take care of your children,
and then for having faith in Me.’
‘I have a pearl for every little sacrifice
that you made without them knowing.
For all the times you went without,
to keep them happy, healthy and growing.’
‘And last of all I have a diamond,
the greatest one of all,
for sharing unconditional love
whether they were big or small.’
‘It was you love that helped them grow
Feeling safe and happy and proud
A love so strong and pure
It could shift the darkest cloud.’
After the Lord placed the last jewel in,
He said, ‘Your crown is now complete,
You’ve earned your place in Heaven
With your children at your feet.’