October 13, 1938 – January 20, 2021 With heavy hearts we share the sad news of the peaceful passing of Doe; beloved husband of 62 years, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He passed away at home with his wife Fran by his side. For the past several years Doe had a battle with cancer. He stayed strong and always kept his sense of humour.

He was predeceased by his parents Emil and Agnes (Belisle), brothers Maurice and Felix, mother-in-law Antoinette Roy, sisters-in-law Mary and Brenda, a grandson David and a great-grandson Maximillion.

Doria and Fran had six children. June Charison (Curtis), Daniel Gauthier (Deb), Michel Gauthier, Monique Ruchkall (Richard), Elise Hawryluk (Darcy) and Paul Gauthier (Trena). Doe had eleven grandchildren. Cameron (Whytnie), Jodie (Nicole), Shane (Precious Joy), Celia (Jan), Hope, Corey, Kyle, Megan (Colin), Amanda (Terry) and Janae. Doe had fourteen great-grandchildren. Chloe, Ryan, Brady, Hadley, Mayla, Levi, Jaxon, Peyton, Jazzlyn, Jagger, Nate, Nixon and Zayden. Included in his family circle are ex daughters-in-law Connie and Tara. Doe dearly loved and was so proud of all of his family.

Doe was born to Emil and Agnes and was the third born of four boys; Maurice, Ralph and Felix. He had a few years of primary school but quit to take care of Maurice his older, blind brother while his parents worked. At a young age he sought out employment. Doe worked at various jobs; he worked at the bakery Robinson Shortbread, as a delivery driver, a gravel truck driver, worked at Independent Fish, Simpson Sears as a roofer, a sanitary engineer, he worked for the city of St. Boniface in the water department checking water levels during flood season and worked at Quality Construction. He was a jack of all trades. He moved with his family to Gunton, Manitoba in 1970 and soon after took a job with Charisons Turkey Hatchery and later at Maksymyk Homes. Then he became a self employed general contractor. Doe learned his trade of carpentry from his father and a lot of it was self taught. He worked hard his entire life until the age of 80. One day he had difficulty putting a set of stairs together and he knew it was time to put down the hammer and hang up the tool belt. He loved working and enjoyed his many jobs and the interaction with his many, many customers; some of whom became very good friends.

He married the love of his life Fran Roy in April of 1958. They resided in St. Boniface, St. Vital and Gunton, Manitoba and in 1987 they moved to Alberta and lived in Egremont, Acme and then on to Bashaw. In Bashaw Doe and Fran owned and operated a motel for five years. Then from Bashaw they moved to Glade, British Columbia where Doe absolutely thrived living right next to the Kootenay river and he loved the waterfalls in the bush right in his back yard so to speak. In the fall of 2019 his ill health brought him back to his Manitoba beginnings where he lived in Lac Du Bonnet until the present time. Doe was proud of his Metis heritage and those roots really shone through with his love of nature and the wilderness. He hunted, fished, trapped, and loved berry picking. His other loves were his family and friends, dogs, his favourite bird the goose and favourite animal the moose, motorcycling (in his younger years), old time country and fiddling music; his favourite fiddler being Cliff Maytwayashing, dancing and jigging, he loved to party, gardening (for the cucumbers and beans), hockey (his Montreal Canadians and then the Winnipeg Jets), black forest cake, Chinese food and his beer. There was nothing he enjoyed more than cutting wood for his wood stove and being on his riding lawn mower cutting grass. He was such a friendly guy who took up a conversation with anyone, anywhere and walked away having made a new friend. He especially liked his coffee clutches where he could shoot the breeze with the guys. He played the lotto tickets and always had one either in his pocket or in his truck. Doe had quite a refined palate; he ate with his eyes and his comment without even tasting was always nope don’t like that. Doe had a stubborn streak and oh man he had his opinions. If someone or something ruffled his feathers it was a constant source of angst for him and all those who heard about it over and over again. He certainly was one of a kind. Doe said he wanted to return in his next life as a goose.

“Let the wide open skies be your domain and you be the lead bird in your echelon. We’ll give a quick wave and call out your name, so long for now. We all love you Doe.” We miss you deeply and will forever treasure your love and memory in our hearts.

METIS FUNERAL PRAYER “Do not look at my grave and weep; I am not there. I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the diamond glints on the snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the gentle spring rain. I am not there, I did not die. When you awaken in the morning hush. I am the swift, uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine over your head at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry. I am not there, I did not die.” May we all find the power in this prayer and look to the future for reunion and a great hunt.

October 11, 1938 – January 18, 2021    It is with profound sadness that the family of Alec Dawson shares news of his passing.

Alec was born one of ten siblings on October 11, 1938 in Exton, England and died January 18, 2021 in Teulon, MB at the age of 82 years. As a youth growing up in England, Alec enjoyed tearing up the rural roads on his motorcycles, announcing to his mum and local villagers that he would soon be home. He loved dirt bike and classic TT style motorcycle racing, spending countless hours with his mates modifying bikes for greater speed. He started a haberdashery delivery business from a panel truck, selling consumer goods whilst attending night school to attain his degree in mechanics.

Never a man to sit on his haunches, after some years he decided to emigrate to Australia, but somehow ended up on the wrong airplane and landed in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada in 1963. There, in 1965, Alec met the daily sunshine in his life — his wife, Carol. Seeking self-employment after working for IHC farm dealerships, Alec and Carol moved to Teulon in 1968. They founded a repair and service shop called Teulon Tractor and Motor. They worked side by side throughout their 54-year marriage, raising a family and developing their business until it was sold in 1999. Alec retired in 2002. Alec made many lifelong friends servicing the greater Teulon area. He became known to his friends as “Christ-mate” because this was his English manner of leading in to whatever subject he wished to discuss with them. He had nicknames for nearly everybody he knew.

Over the years, he served as councillor and sat on hospital and hall boards, was a firefighter and eventually Fire Captain, was a member of the Chamber of Commerce and a founding member of the tractor pull committee. Not only did Alec and his friends build the skid for the tractor pull, Alec modified a Dodge 383 Interceptor engine into a WD9 farm tractor. This creation became Ol’ Blue, a crowd favourite and frequent winner for many years.

Alec is survived by his loving and caring wife Carol, his son Chris Dawson (Sarah), daughter Cathy Kelly (Brian), and daughter Julie Leduchowski (David). Alec leaves to mourn grandchildren Michael Dawson (Bree), Bradley Dawson (Rhea), Bryce Kelly (Diane), Brody Kelly (Desiree), Megan Smith (Andrew), Gavin Leduchowski (Michelle) and Owen Leduchowski. Great-grandchildren James Smith and Kane Dawson. He will be remembered by his large extended family in England as favourite Uncle Nev.

The family wishes to offer our deepest thanks to the kind and caring staff at Goodwin Lodge. Your compassion shines through. A family memorial will be held later this year. “Perhaps they are not stars, but openings in the sky where the love of our departed ones pours through and shines down on us to let us know they are happy.”

It is with beloved memories we announce the passing of E. Ruth Denner (nee O’Neill) of Stony Mountain, MB. Ruth passed peacefully on January 4, 2021 at the age of 82 years.

Ruth is survived by her daughter Karen, close family friend Roxanne, and son-in-law Trevor. She was predeceased by her husband of 59 years Ron, and her eldest daughter Kimberley.

Ruth was a kind and gentle woman with a ready smile and a heart full of love. She was a devoted wife and mother raising her family in the close knit community of Stony Mountain and was very involved with the community. Running the canteen at the Rec Centre and receptionist at the local doctors office to name a couple. She touched many lives and was like a second mom to many of her children’s friends.

Ruth was very well known for her knitting, a hobby she loved and started at a very young age while growing up on a farm by Argyle MB. Over the years she attended many craft sales in Manitoba with her beautiful knitting as well as donating much of it to those in need. Life will not be as full without her in it but the times we shared were a blessing and truly the greatest gift. Love you forever Mom.

The knitter’s Prayer I pray when risen from the dead, I May in glory stand Perhaps a crown upon my head, But four needles in my hand. I never learned to sing or play, So let no harp be mine, From childhood to my dying day Plain knitting’s been my line. And so, accustomed to the end, In plying useful stitches, I’ll be content, if given to knit, The little angel’s britches.

Cremation has taken place and no formal service will be held.

December 29, 1950 – December 31, 2020.    It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Shirley May Bond at the age of 70 years of Teulon, MB.

She is survived by her two daughters Crystal and her children Taylor and Coby; Ginger (Dale) and son Bryson; Brothers: Art, Allan, Randy, sister Diana and their families.

Shirley was predeceased by her husband Bert of 47 years, her parents Donald and Peggy, brother Roy, sister Barbara and grandson Jorden. Shirley was raised on a farm at Balmoral, MB. where her love of farm animals began and continued throughout her life. She liked to play sports and was pretty competitive. She excelled at curling, baseball and basketball where she brought home numerous trophies. When attending her kids sport events, you knew she was there by all her cheering that came from the bleachers!

Shirley took job opportunities to work summers in Ontario with her sister Diana. Family meant the world to her. She earned the nick name “Rowdy Goudy” growing up, as she was known to stick up for her family if needed. Shirley was a hard worker since a young age and she met so many people along the way. She even kept in contact with some of them until her passing. She started her career at the old Gunton School then went onto the University of Manitoba until her retirement in 2007. She loved retirement but it didn’t last long as she went back to her farm life of raking and baling hay, soil sampling and tending to cattle. Shirley enjoyed bingo, going for road tours with her dearest friend Cindy, watching curling, and playing card games – we are sure Lyle and Nora will be waiting for Mom with the Skip-Bo cards!

Shirley was the best Grandma to Taylor, Coby and Bryson they were her world. Taylor and Grandma shared their love of baking and cooking together, Coby bonded with Grandma while going for rides down backroads and talking for hours, and Bryson’s endless boxes of smarties and grandma hugs. Grandma would pick them all up without notice and say jump in the car we are going for ice cream! Shirley was one of a kind, she had a great sense of humor, was full of witty comments, a contagious laugh and will be missed by so many.

No formal service will be held.

In the last few months our lives were changed drastically losing Dad and now Mom, we are so thankful for all the hugs we received from them.

Thank you to friends and family for all the phone calls, texts, food, messages and Ken Loehmer for his compassion and guidance.

In memory of Shirley take your loved ones out for an ice cream and go for a drive!

May 4, 1935 – December 31, 2020       It is with heavy hearts, we announce that Ralph passed peacefully at Stonewall Hospital with family by his side.

He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 65 years, Eileen (nee Eskilson); daughter Sharon (Sandy); sons: Doug (Karen), Rod (Shelley), Murray (Christine); grandchildren: Alana, Kristyn (Nathan), Lindsey, Karley (Jack), Breanne, Reid (Kayla), Melissa (Dillan), Ashley (Brent), Andrew (Kirsten); great-grandchildren: Brexley, Margot, Riot and Max. He is survived by sister Eileen Wonnick and brother Merv Campbell; brother-in law Allan (Sophie) Eskilson; sister-in-law Irene Javor; and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by brother-in-law Leonard Eskilson, sister-in-law Lyle Campbell and brother-in-law Gordon Wonnick.

Raised on the family farm east of Teulon, he attended Stacpoole school but quit after Grade 8 to farm at home when his dad bought him a tractor. Ralph and Eileen were married on October 1, 1955 and moved to their farm in 1963. They retired to Teulon in 2015. In the early days, he worked in Winnipeg as a meat cutter and then became a certified welder. Even though busy on the farm, Ralph still found time to serve for many years as a Councillor and Reeve for the R.M. of Rockwood. Being the proficient welder he was, many a night was spent thinking about the next creation – we would tease Dad about what he had been “working on” last night. A farmer at heart, he still loved going for a drive to check the crops.

Time was made every summer for the family to get away for a weekend of fishing. Later this love of fishing evolved into camping trips to Hecla and fishing off the dock. Campsite neighbours were often gifted with one of his original “fire poker” tools or given a box of dry wood when struggling to get a fire going. The Campbell Fishing Weekend on Father’s Day was a highlight of his summer. Being a family man, he truly enjoyed when everyone was together and considered it the greatest gift of all.

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

If friends so desire, donations may be made in Ralph’s memory to Parkinson Canada in Manitoba, 7-414 Westmount Drive, Winnipeg, MB. R2J 1P2

The family extends a heartfelt thank you to Dr. K. Graham and the staff of the Stonewall Hospital for being so caring and compassionate.

Gods garden must be beautiful, he always takes the best He knew you were suffering, he knew you were in pain, He knew that you would never get well on Earth again, He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest.

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our Dad and Grandpa Herman Kars on December 27, 2020.

Left to mourn are children Ernie, and Barb (Gerald Guilbeault); grandkids Andrew, Mathew, Amanda and Daniel.

He was predeceased by our mom Ethel in 2013.

Dad was born December 15, 1936 in the Netherlands and moved to Canada when he was 12 years old. Mom and Dad married October 16, 1965. Dad worked for the City of Winnipeg for 22 years and on weekends he worked for Don Lawrence. He also started a greenhouse as a hobby which soon turned into a family business for 25 years. He also enjoyed helping Ernie and Joyce Watts farming and later Ernie combining. Dad enjoyed camping and they went to Dauphin Country Fest for 10 years. Dad curled in Balmoral for many years. Dad loved spending time with his grandkids, he was always proud of their accomplishments. He spent a lot of his spare time building Purple Martin Houses.

After Mom’s passing Dad moved to Cedar Lodge, where he made many friends playing cards and Bingo. Just recently Dad moved to Gateway Manor where he could enjoy their delicious meals everyday. Every Saturday morning, he would go to Ernie’s for coffee and every Sunday to Barb & Gerald’s for pancakes and watch a movie- his favorite being Dennis the Menace.

Special thanks to the staff at Gateway and Seniors Resource – you always made him feel welcome. Thanks to Dr. Graham and Kim for Dad’s care. Thankyou to the EMS that responded Sunday, your care and compassion was truly appreciated. Thank You to Ken Loehmer for his guidance. Also thank you to Shirley Williams for her kind words at the cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Manitoba Heart and Stroke Foundation. Due to Covid 19, No service will be held.

Donald Griffin Latta passed away on December 15, 2020 at the Health Sciences Centre, Winnipeg at the age of 63 years.

Don was predeceased by his father, Gene Latta and step-father Arnold Abrahams.

He was a devoted family man who was active in the church and enjoyed creative endeavours like music and storytelling. In spite of being exceptionally good in school, unfortunately he was never able to find a rewarding career. Still he maintained a positive disposition and was always kind and thoughtful to everyone. In later years he was plagued by deteriorating physical and mental health, but he was still devoted to his children and grandchildren and a popular uncle to his nieces and nephews. His joy in life was to be part of the life of his daughter Miranda and his son David (Sondra) and children Calista, Dakota, Sienna and Neveah, all of whom live in Alberta.

Don will be lovingly remembered by his mother Mary Abrahams; siblings Jeff (Brenda), Doug (Peggy), Bud (Charlaine) and Lori (Asfaw); step-siblings Garth (Irmie), Marina (Jim), Vicki (Glen), Heather (Ron) and numerous nieces and nephews.

If so desired, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

It is with profound sadness that the family announces the sudden passing of McKenna on the morning of Tuesday December 15th, 2020 at the young age of 20 years old. McKenna was known by many nicknames including Kenna, Kenna Lou, Jeena, Lou Lou, Jee, JeJa, Nanner, Nan all of which were given out of great love.

McKenna was gifted with an amazing sense of humour and quick wit which she used to great effect with her family and friends alike. Her kindness and empathy towards all people was a quality that was admired by everyone who knew McKenna, and the very qualities that led people to gravitate towards her. She had a tremendous eye for style and was able to see the beauty of people and places wherever she went. McKenna had a love for dancing and enjoyed her jazz ballet, tap and hip-hop classes. As she got older, McKenna found the love for the game of hockey. McKenna enjoyed the sport over the years, but mostly enjoyed the teammates she was able to meet and play with.

McKenna enjoyed the simple things in life, like time with friends and family, camping and enjoying the outdoors, ripping on the Seadoo and eating a good hot dog with ketchup, onions and banana peppers. Since a little girl, McKenna always wanted to be a “pay lady” (cashier) and make ice cream cones at The Kiln. Funny enough, McKenna did reach her two young occupational goals by spending her teen years working at The Kiln in Stonewall, Sobey’s in Gimli and working at Rexall in Stonewall. McKenna loved the people she met through her work and spoke highly of the many customers she served.

McKenna attended Brant – Argyle School, in the community of Argyle, MB until grade 8, Sturgeon Heights for grade 9, and then finished the remainder of her high school years at Kelvin High School. McKenna was excelling at the University of Winnipeg right up until the time of her passing with her sights firmly set on a career as a Speech-Language Pathologist. She was extremely proud when just recently she learned that she had earned her place on the Dean’s Honour List as well as receiving an Academic Proficiency Scholarship for the 2019-20 school year. McKenna’s marks so far in 2020-21, left no doubt that her academic success would continue.

McKenna is predeceased by her grandfather Lewis Riley, and her great grandparents. McKenna is survived by her parents Kevin and Lisa Riley, her older sister Brooke-Lyn Riley, and grandparents Donna Riley, Ted and Darlene Wittenberg. She is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins including Tony and Renee Wickler (Andrew and Sarah), David and Kim Riley (Brayden and Madisyn), Derek Riley and Tracy (Camryn, Ashlyn, Lauryn, Sophie), Drew and Janis Raeburn (Kaase), Tanis Suthern and Lars (Nolan). McKenna is also survived by her boyfriend Dawson and his family as well as her precious kittens Percy and Biggie.

A celebration of McKenna’s life will be held when COVID restrictions lift; an announcement will be made at that time.

The family will be creating legacy funds in McKenna’s name with a focus on the Manitoba Women’s Junior Hockey League (MWJHL) and the Community of Argyle, which will be handled by the Interlake Community Foundation (ICF). If anyone wishes to donate, they are encouraged to contact the ICF through their website: www.interlakefoundation.ca.

The family wishes to thank the health care teams from Stonewall Hospital, HSC, as well as the paramedic teams involved. Also, a special thank you to Transplant Manitoba – Gift of Life organization. Kevin, Lisa and Brooke-Lyn want to thank all the friends and family for the messages, letters, flowers and gifts. They are grateful for the beautiful memories that have been shared with them. They are so proud of their Baby Jee.

Chris Samuel, beloved husband of Lynne Samuel, died December 10, 2020 in Winnipeg. Born in Yorkshire, UK on June 24, 1940 he was the son of Rev. Ieuan Samuel and Esther Samuel (nee Hughes).

After earning a degree in Agriculture, Chris came to Canada seeking adventure in 1964 and became a proud Canadian citizen in 1968. He lived briefly in Vancouver before moving to Winnipeg, where he worked for the Richardson family’s stock farm before joining Air Canada in 1965. He was employed there until his retirement in 2005.

Chris and Lynne were married in Winnipeg October 4, 1968 and celebrated 52 years of happy life together. Chris was a kind gentleman with a wonderful British sense of humour and was an avid reader and puzzle solver. He was active with the Canadian Kennel Club, always at ringside to assist Lynne showing her dogs and volunteered with the Prairie Toy Breed Association, the Assiniboine Kennel Club and the Windchimes Greyhound Rescue.

He will be missed and fondly remembered by Lynne; his brother Nicholas and family in England, and long time friends Bob and Betty Poole, Pat Smith, Marion Zerrenthin and Allan Webb.

Donations in Chris’ memory may be made to the Winnipeg Humane Society.

On December 9, 2020 Melvin Boyer age 58 years of Winnipeg and formerly of St. Laurent, MB., passed away at the St. Boniface Hospital.

A memorial service was held on Saturday, April 17 at 10:30 AM at St. Laurent Roman Catholic Church. Interment followed in the Parish Cemetery.