November 26, 1927 – June 19, 2019 It is with the heaviest hearts the family announces the passing of our dear Dad and Gege after a hard fought battle with cancer at the age of 91. Dad was born in Polson MB, the eldest of eight children to John and Helen Medwid and grew up in Polson and Balmoral area eventually moving to Argyle in 1950 to the farm where he resided until his hospitalization in April. Dad spent his childhood working on the family farm. He met the love of his life, Lorraine Panaschuk in 1951, marrying the following year in 1952. Dad & mom raised five children, evolving into a large family with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dad was a determined, hard worker who could invent or repair anything and took pride in reaping the benefits of his labor. He was always willing to lend a hand in any way to help out. Dad was a gentle giant and especially enjoyed spending time with family, watching his family grow. Although dad was a private man, he enjoyed socializing, reminiscing, and while still having an exceptional memory, told stories without missing a detail. Dad was extremely proud of his Ukrainian heritage, and enjoyed listening to the Polka Hour every Saturday. Dad and mom spent many years travelling to Mexico and Cuba with close friends Florence and Garry Cain, Hawaii, as well as visiting his sister Lucy in Arizona. They also enjoyed many road trips as well as daily tours. Until recently, dad and mom made their daily jaunt to The Rock for meals and socializing, until both their health forced them no longer to do so. Dad was predeceased by his parents, John and Helen, brothers Willy, Peter and Jim, sisters Marian Makowski, Jenny Sawatsky, Lucy Cartwright. Left to mourn is his wife of nearly 67 years, Lorraine, 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 Margaret (Russell) Beirnes, sisters-in-law Jean Medwid & Margaret Medwid, Lorraine’s sister Kay Harman & brother Harry (Heather) Panaschuk and families, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. As per dad’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 doctors Graham, Venter and Zahari, nursing staff and health care aides at Stonewall Hospital; and Michelle Loehmer and Ken Loehmer. Donations may be made to Cancer Care in dad’s memory. Rest in Peace Dad and Gege. Love and miss you forever.

Joan Shirley Porcher (nee Assels) passed away peacefully at her home in Stonewall with family by her side on June 18, 2019. Joan was born July 3, 1954 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She married Randy, the love of her life, on August 3, 1973. She was a committed loving wife and mother. Together she and Randy raised four daughters and enjoyed 5 grandchildren. Joan was dedicated in her faith and always sought to put others first. She touched many lives in her involvement in church ministries throughout the years. Joan not only taught about God’s great love, but also displayed it in every way. She was very strong and determined and whatever she put her mind to she would accomplish. It was always important for Joan and Randy to have an open home and they welcomed many people into their family over the years. In the last 12 years Joan has been heavily involved with the Kenyan orphanage Bethel Rays of Hope. Joan had the opportunity to visit Kenya over the years and saw firsthand the need and was instrumental in the orphanage moving forward. She had a strong faith in Jesus Christ which gave her strength throughout her life. Her secure hope in Jesus brought her much peace at the end. She is survived by her loving husband Randy Porcher, her four daughters and their husbands, Nicole (Chris), Robyn (Andrew), Danielle (Nick), Brittany (Brad), five grandchildren, her mother, Evelyn York, her four siblings and spouses, Jim, Arlene, Keith, and Sue. Joan was preceded by her father Victor Assels. Funeral services will be held Saturday June 22 at 2:00 at New Life Church in Stonewall. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Bethel Rays of Hope.

Sept. 24, 1935 – June 13, 2019 It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Peter Dziedzic. He is survived by brothers Frank (Diane), Victor (Charlene); sisters Theresa (Cliff) Capuska, Carol (Tom) Gallipo. Also survived by sisters-in-law, Helen, Jeanie, Hazel, Pearl, Marie and Steffie Dziedzic. There are many nieces and nephews. Peter was proud to come from a family of 23 siblings. He left home at a young age and successfully owned A P Transmissions in Edmonton. Peter’s family was important to him, he never missed a Dziedzic gathering and he was usually wearing his suit and dress shoes. He was a hardworking man of great faith. Peter was a devoted member of St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church. Funeral Service was held on Saturday, June 22, 2019 at 11:00 AM. at Komarno Community Hall. Interment took place at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Polson, MB. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to St. Mary’s Cemetery, c/o Theresa Capuska, Komarno, MB., R0C 1R0.

(NEE DEWAR) Peacefully on June 9, 2019, surrounded by a large contingent of loving family, mom left this world on the wings of a dove to be reunited with many family and friends who left before her. A mother’s work is never done and Heaven must have needed more. To know mom was to know the kindest person this world has ever seen. Nothing else mattered to her more than family and friends. She only asked that you pay your kindness forward; and for this, the world was a better place. Mom/Joyce is survived by her daughter Tracy; sons Rob (Diane) and Doug (Tracy); her grandchildren Travis, Brittany (Matthew), Tyler, Wesley and Kobie (Taylor). She is also survived by her fur baby Luna and the twinkle in her eye, great grandson Paxdyn and great granddaughter Kyra. She also leaves behind special “daughters” Marj and Carole, her best friend Dorothy and many nieces and nephews and brothers-in-law John Searcy and Frank Barker. She was predeceased by her husband Bob in 2015; by her parents Alexander and Mae, her siblings Don (Audrey), Ted (Sylvia), sister Doreen and sister-in-law Jean Barker. Mom was the smell of certain foods we remember She was the cool hand on our brows when we were sick, She was our Christmas morning, She was our first love, our first friend and nothing on earth will ever take that away. A private family service and interment will be held at a later date. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to a charity of Spinal Cord Research, eg. The Rick Hansen Foundation, 300 – 3820 Cessna Drive, Richmond, BC, V7B 0A2.

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