Our hearts are broken once again as we announce the peaceful passing of Marvin Rueben King on May 10th, 2019 with his family by his side. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 62 years Eileen, daughter Marlene, son Lawrence (Kelly); grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Robert (Braylinn) (Emmalyn) Jeffrey (Linda) Kristina, Craig Katie (Rhys) Laura; sister Doris (Jim); sisters-in-law Shirley and Doreen and extended family Evelyn, Jean (George) Jack (Isabel) Kathy as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by son Wayne April 30, 1976 age 17, parents Ben and Marjorie King, siblings Jennie, Myrtle, Annie, Ron, Elsie, Harold as well as Bert and Edna Lawrence, sister-in-law Isabel and brothers-in-law. A memorial service will be held at Warren United Church on Tuesday, May 21 at 2:00 PM. officiated by Rev. Joanne Kury. Flowers gratefully declined, if desired donations may be sent to a charity of one’s choice or Warren United Church, Box 324, Warren, Manitoba, R0C 3E0. “Happy Trails to you till we meet again”

July 17, 1945-May 4, 2019 It is with great sadness on May 4, Victor Joseph Wallack passed away surrounded by his family. Victor is survived by his loving wife Gloria of 50 years, children Corey (Aileen), Shannon (Kelvin). His grandchildren Damian (Sydney), Bryce, Ashton Wallack, Mac (Katlyn), Mackayla (Travis) Johnson, Kolt McPherson. His brother Bob (Irene) and sister-in-law Elaine (Bill) Uruski and families. He is predeceased by his parents Joe and Myrtle, sister Mary, niece Leanne and inlaws Mike and Mary Stonoga. In his early years, he loved to hunt, fish and golf with all of his buddies. As life went on, Victor and Gloria purchased a store in Riverton, Royal Quarry Restaurant in Stonewall, in which he made so many special friends and memories. Victor loved watching his children and all of his grandchildren playing numerous sports. His family meant the world to him. Victor’s passion was working on his year, his John Deere tractor, trimming his trees and spending many evenings on his swing in his gazebo with his wife admiring their yard. As per Victor’s wishes cremation has taken place and a private family interment will be held at a later date. A special thanks to the staff at Selkirk Regional Hospital. RIP my love/dad/Gigi.

(nee Hagglund) 1930 – 2019 Grace passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the Maples Personal Care Home on May 3, 2019. She was predeceased by parents Martha and Alex, stepfather Ole Olson, husband Ray, sisters Ruth Benzick, Bea Jacobson, Dorothy McConnell, and brother-in-law Ross Benzick. She will be lovingly remembered by nieces Brenda Gulay (Ivan), Colleen Domino, Stacey Benzick(Sean), nephew Curtis Benzick, brother-in-law Murray McConnell, great nieces and nephews Brett (Ingen), Cara (Brad),and Derric Gulay, Odin and Chloe Domino, great-great nephew Evan Gulay, cousins and friends. Grace grew up in Teulon, MB and graduated from Teulon Collegiate earning the Governor General’s Medal. After teaching for two years, she enrolled at the University of Manitoba completing a Bachelor of Arts Degree. Earning her Masters in Social Work from the University of McGill was one of her proudest accomplishments that was followed by a rewarding career as a social worker for Child and Family Services. She had fond memories of summers spent at the cottage at Lake of the Woods and Matlock and of trips abroad having traveled to countries such as Sweden, New Zealand, Spain, and Costa Rica to name a few. Grace was a talented seamstress, an avid reader, enjoyed playing trump whist and bridge, bowling and curling and made lifelong friendships with her many friends and co-workers. She was a kind, supportive and loving sister and aunt who always let us know how proud of us she was and was excited to have new great and great-great nieces and nephews join the family. Grace enjoyed the symphony and ballet and was proud to have attended the RWB performances from 1950 until recently. Always determined, she never let the obstacles she faced slow her down. A cup of good coffee was never far from hand and Grace never turned down the chance to enjoy a strawberry milkshake. We would like to thank the staff at the Maples Personal Care Home for the great care and compassion Auntie Grace received during her time there. At Grace’s request, there will be no formal funeral service. Cremation has taken place and interment will take place at Norris Lake Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers a donation can be made in Grace’s name to the Assiniboine Park Conservatory, donations@assiniboinepark.ca

After a short but courageous battle, our dear sister, aunt, cousin, niece, and friend passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2019, one day shy of her 66th birthday. She was predeceased by her parents Bill and Mary and is survived by her sister, Margie (Leif); brother, Randy (Kristen) and their families. Gloria was small in size but feisty in spirit with strong convictions regarding right and wrong. She was employed for many years by the Manitoba Teachers Society until the diagnosis of an auto immune disorder forced her to leave work. She learned to live with her illness and became accustomed to her new lifestyle. She especially took great pride and had much love for her nieces and nephews and their families. Gloria NEVER forgot a birthday and always sent humorous limericks or poems to them on special days: Greg (Deanna) and family, Holly and family, Justin, and Lauren. Her 4 legged “child“, Ebony was her best bud, visiting her in the hospital one day prior to her passing. Gloria possessed a sharp and witty mind whether successfully completing the puzzle challenges in the daily newspaper or offering her opinion on a specific subject. She seldom strayed from her morals and beliefs. We will miss your compassion, your thoughtfulness, and your unique sense of humour. Special thanks are extended to Robert (Cancer Care) and Monique (Palliative nurse). Without her caring neighbours and friends, especially Nathalie, Robert & Dawn, Jenny, Joyce, and Brenda; Gloria’s journey would have been much more stressful. You are jewels. You are invited to a casual gathering celebrating Gloria’s life, reminiscing and sharing stories, to be held at Heritage Arts Center, Quarry Park, 166 Main St, Stonewall MB on Tuesday, April 30, at 2 pm. Please, no flowers, but should you so desire, donations to Winnipeg Pet Rescue Centre or the Winnipeg Humane Society in Gloria’s name would be appreciated.

Douglas Stewart Dicks aged 79 passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 17, 2019. Doug is survived by his wife Merle of 56 years, children Kim, Vincent (Tammy), Susan (Jim) Grand Children Jessica (Chris), Kyle, Justin (Ria), Nicole (Brett), Chelsey (Calvin), Sierra (Nick), Mitchel, Julie, Great Grand children Max and Adam. Doug was born in Teulon, predeceased by his parents Florence and Stewart Dicks and sister Joan (Owen), nephew Raymond. Growing up Doug was a straight A student throughout school and continued with this mindset throughout his lifetime succeeding in all. Doug had a strong work ethic and excelled throughout his career with multiple well deserved promotions in Management of Hotels, Hudson’s Bay Wholesale and Pratt’s. Doug was a hard working man who continued to work in his retirement driving school bus and working at Adesa. He enjoyed all the children and often went out of his way to give special care to the kids on his bus. During his youth and adult life a well respected and well known curler throughout the Interlake in Manitoba. He was also an avid hunter of big game, birds and fishing which he did with his wife, son, daughters, son in law, and grand children. Doug and his wife have had many friends across Canada whom they continued long friendships with for many years. Doug enjoyed socializing and had a love of dancing with his wife, children and grand children while enjoying a drink or two, often while listening to Elvis. Dad mostly enjoyed a game of crib or many other games with Mom and family. Doug was a character all of his own, with charm, intelligence and whit, anyone having had the pleasure of meeting Dad would not soon forget him, he will be greatly missed. Doug’s family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at Stonewall Hospital for their compassion and kindness. Per Doug’s wishes a private family interment will be held at a later date.

Nov. 24, 1927 – April 15, 2019,   It is with deep sadness we announce the sudden passing of our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by her children James, Sharon (George) Selley, Reuben (Linda); grandchildren Corlie (Jeff), Troy (Coralee), Robin (Braxton), Trisha, Joel (Nicole), Brendan (Ashley), Janine (Steve), Whitney (Steve), Mandy, Barrett (Roberta); great-grandchildren Kennedy, Dorrian, Owen, Ty, Peyton, Paige, Deaken, Hyde, Darryn, Lincoln, Aubrey, Adrienne, Oaklin. She was predeceased by her husband Walter, son Gregory, daughter-in-law Cathy, brother James and her mom and dad. Being widowed at a very young age with 4 young children her family was everything to her. As her grand-children and great-grandchildren came along each and everyone was special. Christmas morning will never be the same again. She always had an abundance of food and everyone was expected to show up at her house Christmas morning and as the family got bigger the house got smaller. She was a very loving, kind, caring person and she will be missed. A private family burial has been planned. Special thanks to her homecare, Dr. Macek and all the nurses. Rest in Peace Mom. Back in Dad’s arms again.

March 12, 1963 – April 12, 2019,  Ian passed away peacefully with his loved ones by his side. Ian is survived by his loving partner Patricia and her son Harlan, his mother Margaret, brother Jamie, and sister Peggy (Randy), many aunts, uncles, cousins and beloved pet cat Skufty. He is predeceased by his father Robert (Bob) Munroe (2009), his grandparents Alda (nee Stratton) and Robert Munroe, and David and Setta Eggertson, his aunts, Donna Peterson and Marjorie Buckinger. Ian grew up on the family farm near Warren Manitoba. He attended grade school in Warren and later graduated from the University of Manitoba with a Diploma in Agriculture. He worked as a crop insurance inspector, a commercial fisherman on Lake Manitoba – where he assisted Ron Larson. He has also worked alongside his brother and father on the family mixed farm. In the last 25 years, Ian has worked for Safeway and Sobeys. To date, he had been working as a farm inspector for Organic Producers Manitoba. Recently, he had been preparing for the auction sale site on his acreage. Ian loved books and was an avid reader, past hunter, golfer, and a competitive curler. He loved fishing in the summer, and winter ice fishing with his friend John Lamport. He loved nature and enjoyed many evenings sitting in his yard with the bonfire, Pat by his side, gazing at the stars and observing the planes as they flew over. He enjoyed target shooting with friends and would carefully show his cousins children how to use a gun safely. He had an ability to sketch, particularly nature and animal photos. He had planned to write a book on his life and experiences. Funeral service and the celebration of his life will take place on Thursday, April 18 at 10:30 am, at the Warren United Church, Warren, MB. Interment will follow at the Warren cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ian’s memory may be sent to The Fort Whyte Centre, 204-989-8355 – for environmental education and animal rehabilitation, or to a charity of your choice.

Dennis Laird Toll peacefully passed away at the Stonewall Hospital on April 11, 2019, with his daughters Lori and Leslie by his side. Born on December 27, 1946 in Chatham, Ontario. Dennis is survived by his daughters Denise Sluys of Chatham, Ontario, Candy Toll (Joe) of Chatham, Ontario, Leslie Brockie (Dean), Lori Schellekens (Rick); sisters and Brothers Eleanor (Larry), Ron (Dorian), Fanny (Tom), Debbie (Gary), Casey (Nancy). Dennis was blessed with 18 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents Jessie and Leonard Toll, cousin Gail Charlton, Baby Lane (great grandchild) and dog (Lady). A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, April 28, 2019 at 2:00 PM. at the Warren Community Hall, Warren, Manitoba. The family would like to thank the palliative care team, Homecare/ Hospital staff, Dr. McMillan and Dr. Graham for all they did for Dad.

May 18, 1930 – April 10, 2019 Jean Frances Hendrickson (born Jennie Sklepowych) was born at home on May 18, 1930. Her parents, Rose Negrych and Nykola Sklepowich, were Ukrainian immigrants. Her mother came to Canada as a child with her family, her father immigrated alone as a young man. They met, married, and farmed in the Venlaw area near Gilbert Plains, Manitoba. Jean was a twin, but her sister did not survive the birth, and Jean forever felt something was missing in her life. She had three older brothers and five older sisters, all of whom predeceased her, and a younger sister, Zita, who survives her. Jean is survived by her six daughters, Barbara, Kathy (Allan), Susan (Terry), Lorna, Karla, and Jennifer (Gord), and her son Henry; and her grandchildren Anthony (Lorraine) Hendrickson; Jonas, Aaron, and Kieran Hendrickson-Gracie; Jane, Thor, and Hanna Hendrickson-Rebizant; Kristin Hendrickson; Nick and Claire Pankiw; Adam, Matthew and Peter Revel; and Luke Hendrickson. Jean is also survived by her sister-in-law Bernice and many much loved nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Jean lived on her family’s farm near Gilbert Plains, excelling in school, playing ball, and making lifelong friends, until her mother’s death in 1948. She moved with her brothers and sisters to Winnipeg and had many stories about life on Young Street. She started grade 12 at United College, but decided instead to teach on permit at Oatfield, a one room school near Eriksdale. Jean loved that year in Oatfield and believed her year there helped her get through the grief of her mother’s death and to grow up. She returned to Winnipeg to finish high school at Daniel McIntyre Collegiate, then went to teach, again on permit, at Cossette School in Inwood. There she would meet Wallace Hendrickson, a handsome and slightly wild young Swede, who most likely literally swept her off her feet. After a year in Normal School to train as a teacher (class of ’52), Jean taught for a year at St. Daniel School near Carman. Jean married Wallace on July 4, 1953 and taught for two years at Pembina Crest School in Winnipeg before she and Wallace, with baby Barbara, moved to Wekusko for a northern adventure. Five years later they returned to Winnipeg, now with four little girls, and lived in the house at 736 Warsaw Avenue. The next move, but not before two more girls joined the family, was on January 1, 1967, to a farm near Narcisse. Henry was born after this move, and Jean and Wallace would live out their days on the farm. There were years of hard work on and off the farm, (Jean returned to teach in Inwood) and watching her children grow up, her daughters move away, and her son take over the farm. Jean lived through the most exciting of times. This world has changed so much over the past nine decades. Jean was always learning, whether in classes, reading, watching television, and listening to the radio, or from the people who graced her life. She was interested in all world issues, politics and in most sports, and she had an opinion on everything. Jean loved a good joke and always had a joke to share. She loved her garden and her flowers. She loved meeting new people and her Jean’s home was always a welcoming place. The coffee was always strong, the food was always delicious, the company and conversation were always good. Rarely did a day pass without someone stopping by for business or pleasure. Our mother was smart and strong and determined and hard working. She was kind and supportive and loyal. She was proud of her family, of her home, of her life. She had lifelong friends but made new friendships quickly and easily. She was a cherished teacher to so many children. She was a special daughter, and a loving sister and a wonderful friend. She had a long, successful marriage and worked side by side with our dad, before he passed away in 2016. She was a really good person. And mostly, to us, her seven children, she was a wonderful mother. Our mother had a full and blessed life. We like to think that our mother died peacefully and satisfied, without any great regrets. She was a woman of great faith and was not afraid to die, but she loved the life she lived. Lorna and Kristin were with her as she left this Earth. Our lives will never be the same, but we are so blessed to have had her for as long as we did. We will hold her dearly in our hearts. A family memorial will be held at a later date. Memorial donations, if desired, can be made to the Gethsemane Lutheran Church in Inwood, Manitoba; or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba.