Elaine Rose Harrison  After a brave and courageous battle with cancer, Elaine passed away peacefully early on June 21st, 2017  Elaine is survived by her loving husband of 49 years Mel, her three children Rhonda (Al), Leanne (Sean), and Darryl (Melissa), her grandchildren; Melissa, Mya, Keira, Spencer, Zachary and Lily and her brother Jerry (Elaine) Wilson.  She is predeceased by her father Leslie and mother Marjorie.  Elaine was a loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother and friend.  She always made family and friends her priority and did everything she could to make life better for those around her.  She was an avid curler all her life, with a highlight being competing in the Manitoba Golden Gals Bonspiel.   Elaine developed a passionate love for golf later in life.  Only under the most extreme weather would Elaine miss her weekly golf game at Inwood Golf Course.  Over the forty years Elaine lived in Balmoral, she worked to make Balmoral a vibrant and active community.  She worked in the Interlake School Division in Stoney Mountain and Balmoral schools for 20 years, was a volunteer with the local baseball club, curling club, skating club, the Balmoral Hall and Balmoral United Church.    In lieu of flowers, Elaine has requested donations to the Balmoral United Church or the charity of one’s choice.  The family would personally like to thank the health care professionals at Cancer Care Manitoba, Selkirk Chemotherapy Center and the staff at Selkirk hospital for their professional care and support.  The funeral service will be held at the Balmoral United Church, Tuesday June 27th at 11:00 am.  Reception to follow at the Balmoral Hall  Elaine will be sadly missed by her family and friends.

On Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at the H.S.C., with her loving husband of 59 years at her side, Joyce passed peacefully and will suffer no more. Joyce is survived by her husband Leonard, children; Donna, Wendy (Roman) and Doug (Tammy). There are eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren, which she called her Rose Garden. Two sisters, six brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews too many to name. A memorial service to celebrate her life was held on Saturday, June 24 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Peter Lutheran Church, in Teulon. In lieu of flowers, Joyce’s wish was for donations to be made to the Canadian Diabetes Society. The family would like to extend our deepest thanks to all the medical professionals on 3B, 4H and 7B wards of the H.S.C., who provided Joyce with extraordinaire care in her final days. We would also like to thank all the friends, neighbors and family who have been so supportive through these trying times.

It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of our mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Frances Blahey on June 14, 2017 at the age of 94 years. Mom was born to Anastasia and Dmetro Yaremus in Skylake, MB. She attended Wheat Hill School during which time she also developed her skills in sports, sewing and cooking. She played baseball with the Chatfield girl’s baseball team and continued her sewing while also enjoying her love of music, singing and dancing. In 1946 she married Harry Blahey, which lead her down the path of becoming a farmer’s wife and a mother to their four children; Bruce, Angie, Wayne and Glen. Her farm life and children did not slow her down from her community activities. She was a devoted member of St. Demetrius Ukrainian Catholic Church, embroidering many of the fine linens that adorned the church as well as acting as caretaker and being the last parish president and member of the church. She also was an active member of the Chatfield Women’s Institute not only serving in various executive capacities but actively participating in catering and fundraising events for the Institute. After dad’s passing, mom chose to remain in their home, filling her days with working in her vegetable garden, and tending to her many beautiful flower beds. She cherished her visits from her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be remembered for her kindness, warmth, generosity and compassion. Mom is survived by her four children and their families. She is also survived by her brother Ken (Nicholas) and was predeceased by two brothers and four sisters. Funeral services will be held at the Chatfield Community Hall on Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Peter Chorney officiating. Interment to follow at the Chatfield Community Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice in mom’s name. Rest in Peace, Vichnaya Pam’yat.

Florence Monchamp (Henderson) After a lengthy illness, Florence Monchamp of Arborg, MB passed away on June 12, 2017 at the age of 60.

Florence is survived by her husband, Hubert, her children Chris (Jenn) and Cheryl, her grandchild Riley, her parents Vernon and Eva, her brothers Wayne (Annette), Dale and Rod (Lorry), her sisters Diane (Jim) and Irene (Eddie) and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Florence was born on September 24, 1956 and raised in Rathwell MB. She moved to Winnipeg after completing high school in Treherne in which time she met the love of her life Hubert and got married. They moved to Arborg in the fall of 1979 where they made their home.  She stayed at home raising her children until she went to work for Hydro in 1986. She worked there for 26 years.  Florence loved the outdoors, camping and her cats.

Celebration of life will be held at the Arborg Community Centre on June 17, 2017 at 11:00 AM. The family would like to thank all of the homecare workers and nurses that were here for her.  Special thank you to Tannis, Krista, Sherry, Sean, Silken and Brenda who went above and beyond.

Constance Marjorie Henderson With deep sadness, we announce the death of our mother, Connie on Monday, June 12, 2017 after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. She leaves to mourn, her daughter, Shirley Codd (Rudy Doerksen) and her son Wayne Henderson and his wife, Barbara. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Donald (Tina) Gould, Heather (Darren) Hemeryck, Jennifer Skogan, Adrienne (Jason) Hubar and her six great-grandchildren, Austin Skogan, Justin Donnelly (Malayha), Brianna Donnelly, Kyler Gould, Kendal & Amberlee Hemeryck. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Joan Henderson and many nieces & nephews in Canada as well as 5 nieces in England – 3 of whom will be attending her service. She was predeceased by her husband, Andy in 2007, her parents Walter & Alice Knowles, her brother & sister-in-law, Ern & Pam Knowles, sisters & brother-in-laws, Florrie & Arthur Redford, Min & Ernest Medford, brother-in-law & sister-in-law Edd & Mary Lawrence & brother-in-law John(Jock) Henderson, her sons-in-law, Dr. Don Gould, Jack Codd & her granddaughter, Kathleen Codd. Connie was born on December 11, 1923 in Burwash, Sussex, England. She attended school in Burwash & worked as a kitchen maid & then as a telephone operator in the Guildford exchange. She met her future husband, Andy, on a blind date in August, 1943 while he was stationed in England during the Second World War and married him on March 2, 1944. After the war, she immigrated to Canada in March, 1946 as one of many war brides. With Andy, she farmed in Argyle until 1972 when they moved from the farm to her present home. Connie enjoyed gardening, knitting, curling, bowling, cooking and visiting with her family and friends. Dad & Mom travelled to many destinations with their 5th wheel trailer and spent several winter months in Texas with friends from home and ones they met at Magic Valley trailer park. She was an avid sports fan of the Blue Jays & the Winnipeg Jets. She was a founding member of the Brant Argyle Legion Ladies Auxiliary, a 4-H leader and a life member of the Argyle Ladies Curling Club. She was always ready to help any of her family or friends. Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the light of her life. They turned to her for advice and guidance and always knew that she loved them unconditionally. Her determination and courage allowed her to live in her own home in spite of her poor eyesight. She was able to do this with very little help right up to a week prior to her death. The family would like to thank Michelle Loehmer and her wonderful Home Care workers who cared for Mom with love and concern and became her friends. As well, we would like to thank the doctors and nurses of Stonewall Hospital, the Palliative Care Team, and the paramedics for their kindness and loving care shown to Mom and our family over the past month. Connie’s funeral will be held @ 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 4th, 2017 at the Stonewall Legion Auditorium, 459 Main St., Stonewall with Rev. Earl Gould officiating. A family interment will take place following the service at the Argyle Cemetery. Everyone is invited to join the family for a reception at the Argyle Community Hall immediately following the interment. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Interlake-Eastern Region Palliative Care c/o Accts Receivable, 233A Main Street, Selkirk, MB R1A 1S1 or Canadian Cancer Society-Manitoba, 193 Sherbrook St. Winnipeg, MB R3C 2B7 or call 204-774-7483. A final word from Connie “I’m fine”

February 6, 1938 – May 17, 2017 The family is sad to announce the sudden, peaceful passing of Harold at Seven Oaks Hospital. Harold is survived by his wife Evelyn, children Elizabeth (Ryan), Robert (Lea), Cynthia (Paul), Jeanne (William); grandchildren Valerie, Ashley, Kathleen, Sarah, Daemien, Devon, Samantha, Angela, Nichole, Dalten, Selena, Mia, Darian. Great grandchildren Brody, Hayden, Hylana, Sadie, Amelia. Harold is also survived by his sister Martha as well as numerous family members and his special friends Susy, Cara, and Lola. Harold is predeceased by his parents George and Florence Smaldon, brothers Howard, Robert, William, sisters Edna, Violet, daughter Sharon, and infant granddaughter Selena-Shari. Celebration of Life will be held at Gunton Hall on Tuesday, May 23, 2017 at 2:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Cancer Care Manitoba or a charity of one’s choice. Thank you to all the caregivers who were so kind to Harold.

BEATRICE MARY LARSEN (nee Scharf) Peacefully on Sunday, May 14, 2017, at Rosewood Lodge in Stonewall, Beatrice Larsen passed away at the age of 96 years with family by her side.     Beatrice is survived by her daughter Joyce (Paul) Buors, grandchildren Christine (Murray) Campbell, Keith (Jennifer) Buors, Teresa (Marc), Jeffery (Corlie), Wade (Morgann) Larsen and great grandchildren Melissa, Andrew (Kirsten) Campbell, Logan & Aidan Buors; sister Joan (Wilf) Henke and sister-in-law Kathy Scharf.  She was predeceased by her husband Len in 1980, son Ken in 2003, daughter-in-law Iris in 2011, her parents Lydia & Richard Scharf, brothers Bill, Dickie, Doug, George; sisters Elsie, Mae, Lottie and Alice; as well as many nieces and nephews. Beatrice was born January 21, 1921, in the RM of Coldwell and was raised in Oak Point.  She met and married Len Larsen in 1940 and settled in Ideal, MB. where together they farmed and raised their family.  Beatrice always kept busy crocheting, knitting, sewing, canning, baking and gardening.  She enjoyed spending time with family and was always willing to help out wherever she could.  She was a hard working woman, never complained about anything and always kept a positive attitude. Her family was her life and she held them very close.  In 2012, after over 70 years on the family farm, Beatrice moved into the town of Stonewall, with the last 1½ years residing at Rosewood Lodge.   A memorial service will be held on Thursday, May 25, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. at the Erinview Church.    In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Erinview Cemetery Fund c/o Joy Ogilvie Box 417 Teulon, MB. R0C 3B0 or Rosewood Lodge 513 1st Ave. North, Stonewall, MB. R0C 2Z0 The family would like to extend special thanks to all the staff at Rosewood Lodge for the excellent care and kindness given to our Granny during her stay there.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Donna Lynne Raflant.  Donna is predeceased by her husband Ed Raflant, her sister Kathy Pilgrim, and her parents Fred and Lilian Pilgrim.  She is survived by her sons Brad (Tanya) and Dan (Sheryle), grandchildren Liam, Laura, Hanna and Ellen, and her brothers Ray (Hope) Pilgrim and Tom (Arlene) Pilgrim.   Donna was born in Winnipeg on May 17, 1942, growing up on Goulding St. until the family moved to Brandon in 1953.  Mom finished high school in Brandon then trained to become a Laboratory and X-ray Technologist, graduating in 1962. In 1963, she married Brian Marshall and they started a family. In 1973, Donna and her boys moved to Stonewall and she took a position at the Dr. Evelyn Memorial Hospital where she eventually became the lead lab and x-ray technologist. Donna and Ed met while they were both working at the hospital and married in 1977.  They enjoyed their time together, camping and fishing with friends and family.  Over the years, they continued to build their dream home south of Stonewall.  After seeing both her boys off to university, she and Ed moved in to their new house in 1986.   Donna was diagnosed with leukemia in 1991. She fought bravely and conquered the cancer with a combination of chemo, radiation and a bone marrow transplant.  However, the treatment left her suppressed immune system vulnerable and she soon contracted a brain virus that severely affected her mobility and ability to communicate.  The next 25 years became a testament to her courage and determination.  She worked hard to regain her speech and her ability to walk, driven by the desire to see her family grow and flourish.  She lived to see her sons marry wonderful women and she was able to develop a special bond with her four grandchildren.  Over the past few years, Donna’s health began to deteriorate again.  She faced these mounting hardships with great dignity and grace.   Our family has many people thank for their support during Donna’s 26-year journey.  She was supported by an amazing community of friends, family, and health care providers.  For their love, compassion, and dedication to mom’s well-being, our family is truly grateful.   In lieu of flowers, please direct any donations to the Rosewood Lodge Recreation Department. Donations can be addressed to: Rosewood Lodge, 513 1st Ave. North, Stonewall, Manitoba  ROC 2Z0. Service of Remembrance will be held on Tuesday, May 23, 2017 at 10:00 am.at Church of the Ascension (Anglican). Rev James Bardsley will officiate.

May 15, 1940-May 12, 2017

It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of George Liebrecht on Friday, May 12, 2017, at the age of 76.

George is survived by his wife, Helen, daughters LaVerne (Jim) and Leslie (Joseph), grandchildren Ashleigh (Erik), Erin, Avery, Owen and Joel. Siblings Helen (Laurie), Bob (Debby) and extended family members.

Dad was born and raised in Selkirk, before moving to Warren with his mother.  Dad married Mom on September 11, 1965 in Meadow Lea, where they planted their roots at the Toogood homestead, which they farmed. It was here that they started their family. In addition to farming, Dad spent 42 years driving the school bus for the Interlake School Division.  As a young man, he spent many hours curling, playing baseball, and playing goalie in hockey. He enjoyed watching sports, especially curling, wrestling and his beloved Toronto Maple Leafs.  Dad loved going for Sunday drives on any day of the week. He loved to check the crops, or checking in at the Marquette Café to catch up on the local news. His favourite destinations usually included ice cream.

A Celebration of Dad’s life will be held on Saturday, May 20th, 2017 at 2:30 at the Meadow Lea Community Centre.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Meadow Lea United Church C/O Tammy Matthews Box 52 Marquette, MB R0H 0V0.

The family would like to extend their gratitude to the Warren/Woodlands Fire Department, and Emergency Personnel. A very special thank you to Dad’s nurses Gary, Cara and Gianna at the Grace Hospital 3 South for their attention to detail in ensuring his comfort during his final days. We cannot thank you enough for all you did. A final thank you to Dr. MacMillan for his years of providing care for Dad.