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Victor Charles Nye
May 07, 1943 - April 01, 2004
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Suddenly on April 1, 2004, Victor passed away at his residence. He is survived by his son Dale (Tammy) and their children Chantel, Brandon, and Jessica; ex-wife Carol; and sister Maureen. He was predeceased by his parents William and Jean. Victor worked with Manitoba Hydro for the majority of his career. He took pride in furthering his training and education while at Hydro. His hobbies included aviation, car restoration, and the outdoors. Cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held at a later date. Jesus said to him "I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man comes to the Father but by me." John 14:6 Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CEMETERY AND CREMATORIUM 885-9715
John Lyall Mathers
July 15, 1945 - April 03, 2004
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It is with great shock and sadness that we announce the passing of John Mathers, aged 58, on April 3, 2004. Leaving to cherish his memory are his loving wife Ginette; his daughter Sherri-Lee, grandchildren Reeve and Oressa; daughter Tannis; son Kyle (Shannon), grandchildren Avery, Tiernan, and Rhianna; son Kurt, grand-daughter Taslynn; his brother Ted (Helga) and their daughter Sandra; his nephews Shawn, Ryan, and his niece Shae-Lynn; family Léo and Stella Arnal, Rhéal Arnal, Paulette (Lyle) Neufeld, Danny (Laurie) Arnal, and Marcel “Spike” (Brenda) Arnal, and families. John was predeceased by his father James and mother Oressa, his brother Richard, and his nephews Jimmy, Wayne, and Teddy. Born and raised in Winnipeg, John’s life was defined by his passion for living and his devotion to family. There was nothing he couldn’t do or didn’t try, from building houses to sailing the world, and he has left his mark on everything he did for all to remember. Public viewing will be held at 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Tuesday April 6, at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home (4000 Portage Ave). The memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Wednesday April 7, at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, with reception afterwards. Flowers welcome or donations can be made to the Manitoba Heart & Stroke Foundation, Suite 200 - 6 Donald Street, R3L 0K6. Husband, father, grandfather, and above all, friend… John, you will be dearly missed by everyone whose life you have touched. “You are our rock.” Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CEMETERY AND CREMATORIUM 885-9715
Terence Mitchell
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With great sadness we announce the unexpected passing of our father Terry, on Sunday, July 25 at the Grace Hospital. Terry was predeceased by our mum, Maureen. He leaves behind Jill (Paul), Marian (Frank), Nicholas (Padi), Jane (Terry); grandchildren Hailie, Corey, Hannah, Jack, and Sarah; sister Mary; and his faithful companion Scooter. Funeral service will be held on Friday, July 30, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at John XXIII 3390 Portage Ave. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE 885-9715
Harry Kautz
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Peacefully, with family by his side, Harry passed away on July 21, 2004. Harry is survived by his wife Evelyn and both of their families. Harry enjoyed a successful 34 years on The Winnipeg Police Force. After retiring in 1986, he and Evelyn shared many happy moments travelling abroad and camping with their 5th wheel. We will treasure the times we shared with Harry at Lundar Beach. In lieu of flowers, should friends so desire, donations in Harry’s memory may be made to the Victoria General Hospital Foundation, 2340 Pembina Hwy, Winnipeg, MB R3T 2E8. Memorial service will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 24, 2004 at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Avenue. Interment and reception will follow. Arrangements entrusted to: Chapel Lawn Funeral Home Cremation and Reception Centre 885-9715
Evelyn Gertrude Williams
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On July 6, 2004, Evelyn Gertrude Williams passed away peacefully following a brief illness at the Victoria General Hospital. She had reached the age of 91. Evelyn is predeceased by her husband Thomas; parents Charles and Susan Foster; and brothers George, Arthur, Alfred and John. Left to cherish her memory are her sons Jack, Tom and Drew; and daughter Dale. Also surviving are her sisters-in-law Lillian and Bess Foster; along with many nieces and nephews. Evelyn was committed to raising her children and lived as a devoted wife and mother. She volunteered at the Riverview Health Centre Guild and for the A.C.W. at St. Alban’s Church. She also belonged to the Retired People’s Club of the St. Vital Y.M.C.A. and loved spending time with her friends at the bridge club. Evelyn’s parents were members of the original St. Alban’s Church, which her father helped build, and at the time of her passing Evelyn was one of its oldest member. She was very spiritual and always found strength in her belief in Christ. Throughout her life, Evelyn employed an active mind, loving to engage her friends in conversation and ever willing to share her views. Her children will fondly remember the summer holidays spent at Victoria Beach with their mother, who loved picking blueberries, watching the birds and staying on the beach until sunset. We will miss you Mom. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, July 27, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Alban’s Church, Rathgar and Osbourne. Interment will follow. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE 885-9715
Henry Edwin Froese
April 02, 1946 - July 22, 2004
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With deep sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Henry with family members by his side at St. Boniface Hospital on July 22, 2004. On Tuesday April 2, 1946, Henry Edwin Froese became the second of seven sons born to David and Annie (nee Esau) Froese at Concordia Hospital. The family lived on a farm near Sperling, Manitoba where Dad learned the strong work ethic that followed him to the end of his time on Earth. In 1966, he started working as a Carpenter’s Apprentice, he then became a Job Estimator, and later, a Project Manager. His most recent employer was Bird Construction where he had many dear friendships. He was always willing, and eager to make himself available to spend time with his friends and family by going out or hosting gatherings. He was a humble man, full of strong and unwavering faith; always holding fast to his convictions and beliefs. He enjoyed reading books to help him grow as a person and to help enhance his spiritual life. Dad had been a baptized member of Portage Avenue Mennonite Brethren Church since July 13, 1969 where he had always been actively involved, from working with youth programs, to serving on many different committees. You would be hard-pressed to find a room in the church that Dad did not have his hand in at some point. He always believed strongly in the power of servanthood and doing his part wherever possible. Over the years he had always kept himself busy with one thing or another. He loved building things and working with his hands. Even a couple of months before his passing, he said (with a smile), “it would be nice to start a new project … without having to worry about a budget.” A number of years ago, he took up bird carving and won recognition for one of his pieces at a competition. He enjoyed being outdoors, golfing, working on the yard, going to watch the Blue Bombers, and travelling. Dad made many trips to the U.S., Saskatchewan, Toronto, Cuba, and fishing at Eagle Nest Resorts. In April 2004, Dad was diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer. Although he had cause to focus on his own situation, he always prayed for his family and gave thanks to God for the Bible to read and study. He rested on the promises God gave us all to receive, the promises of eternal salvation and the fact that He will never allow us (his children) to endure more than we can handle. One of Dad’s favorite passages was Psalm 23. Henry was taken home to be with his Lord and Saviour at the age of 58, and will be dearly remembered by his sons Doug and Jackie, Jeff and Marcy, and their mother Judith; grandchildren Aaron, Rylie, and David; his parents David and Annie; six brothers and their families. The funeral service will be held at Portage Avenue M.B. Church, 1420 Portage Ave. on Monday, July 26, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. with John Unger and Claude Pratt ministering. Viewing will be Sunday July 25, 2004, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Chapel, 4000 Portage Ave. Interment will follow the service at the Mennonite Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to Cancer Care MB or Living Free Ministries. Many thanks to Dr. R. Wong and the staff on the 5th floor at St. Boniface Hospital, PAMB Church, and the many friends and family that prayed and supported him during his illness. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE 885-9715
John "Jack" Moore-Bunney
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On July 22, 2004, John (Jack) Moore-Bunney passed away at Grace Hospice at the age of 79 years. Jack is survived by his loving wife Eleanor of 53 years; and his children David (Susan), Carol (Terry) Zilkie, Tom (Leslie), Michael and Jackie (Marno Thorvaldson); grandchildren Brian Zilkie, Jamie, Daryl Zilkie, Morgan, Kelly, Elizabeth, Christopher, Angel, Lucas Thorvaldson and Josh Thorvaldson; great-grandchildren Adrian and Aurora. He is also survived by his siblings Elaine Cook, Bob (Joanne) Bunney, Barbara (Garry) Savage, Joan (Gordon) Wilson and Jim (Arleen) Bunney; in-laws Esther Prouty, Reta (Cecil) Rippin, Anita (Russell) Deluce and Lou (Doug) Amo; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by both his mother Jean and his father Chelsea. Jack enjoyed the outdoor life. He spent his younger years at Shebandowan Lake and later years at Canadian Vacations, Dogtooth Lake. The family wishes to express their deepest gratitude to the medical staff at the Grace General Hospital on 3 North, Grace Hospice and to Dr. Albak who looked after him for many years and Michelle from Vitalaire. In keeping with Jack's request, cremation has taken place and there will be no formal service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE 885-9715
Maurice "Moe" Albert Joseph Hamonic
September 03, 1940 - July 16, 2004
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With heavy heart, I announce the untimely passing of my cherished husband, Maurice, on July 16, 2004 at 9:12 a.m., at the Winnipeg Health Science Centre, after a courageous three and a half year battle with the complications of advanced prostate cancer. Maurice suffered a stroke on the evening of July 15. He was surrounded by his loving family at his bedside and the incredible spirit and prayers of so many special friends as he began his next journey. His memories will be cherished by his loving wife, Joyce; his sisters Gertrude Hamonic Desharnais, Winnipeg; Jeannine and husband Jack Henderson, South Africa; brother Henri and wife Madeleine, St. Malo; nephews Sean Henderson, Robert Gobeil, Lucien Hamonic and niece Joele (Gerry) Friesen; great nieces, Jessica and Amber Friesen; loving mother in law Lena Kelm, Winnipeg; sister in law Bettiann Kelm (Barry Baker), Calgary; brother in law Ernie Kelm, Ottawa and Ernie's sons Greg, Quebec City, Jeff (Catherine), Ottawa, their mother Yvette Kelm, Regina; and a large circle of friends and relatives. He was predeceased by his parents Marguerite and Robert Hamonic and brothers in law Kenneth Kelm and Henri Desharnais. Maurice was born in Winnipeg on September 3, 1940 and was raised in La Rochelle, St. Malo and Moose Jaw. He received a bilingual education in Manitoba. He was Marguerite and Robert's oldest child and the first grandchild of the Breton and Hamonic families. His four proud grandparents came from Brittany, France. We were married in St. Mary's Cathedral in Winnipeg, on August 2, 1969. We spent almost thirty five wonderful years of marriage in love, devotion, friendship and partnership. We built and moved to our home (the North 40) in Headingley in 1975. Maurice loved life and nature. He gardened (especially multiplier onions, tomatoes, and roses), whipped around on his garden tractors, tended his many bird feeders and bird baths, barbecued summer and winter and rested and read sports news on the decks and in the sunroom - all the while fending off the deer, rabbits and squirrels!!! He loved the magic of Christmas and delighted in sharing this spirit with his neighbors by decorating the stately evergreens in his front yard with literally hundreds of lights each December. Indoors, he set up his miniature village, purchased poinsettias and decorated the family tree. Maurice enjoyed spirited gatherings of family and friends. He helped shop, chop, wash, and cook for so many “feasts”. Our home was filled with so much love and laughter. Travel, camping and holidays also gave us many happy moments. We travelled across Canada many times, the U.S, Hawaii, Barbados and Great Britain twice. Our trip to Ireland and England in 2002 was great! Before our marriage he had travelled to Africa and Europe. Maurice had a varied working career. He served in the Armed Forces, worked on the Northern DEW line and in home entertainment and hardware sales for many years. Here he made life long relationships. Larry, Mike, Don, and Barry at BDM, you were a great team! Maurice was a sports enthusiast-hockey, baseball, golf, football!!! He attended three baseball spring training camps in the U.S and played in an old time hockey tournament in Arizona. Last year's trip to Florida with Wally and Bob was a great time!. Many happy competitive hours were spent on his hockey pools. He faithfully checked the Internet at 6:30 a.m. for the hockey results. Moe is now busily organizing hockey pools in heaven! Maurice was a friend, a gentleman, a giver - an all star! Friendship was his hobby! His kind nature, infectious laugh, joie de vivre and positive attitude to life were easy to return. His inner fortitude and faith in God shone through even through his illness. Remembering him is so easy, but missing him is so hard! The support and unity of his many friends at his Thursday breakfast group and in the H and H group throughout his lifetime meant so much to us. The hockey awards you gave him, Rookie of the Year, Most Improved Player, Best Defense Player, “Fighter” of the Year when he was first diagnosed with cancer and the Do Right Award this May were always on display in our family room. They touched his heart and soul! The acts of kindness by our family (especially Bettiann), friends, neighbours (especially the Johnstons), the medical staff and Father Barry Schoonbaert are deeply appreciated. I sincerely thank Tom Townsend, a long standing friend, for delivering Maurice's Funeral Eulogy and for all his computer aid throughout the years so Maurice could run his hockey pools so effectively. In lieu of flowers, should friends so desire, donations may be made for a park bench in the Assiniboine Park in Maurice's honour. Moe spent many hours of enjoyment and reflection here especially during his illness, Maurice Hamonic Park Bench Account, Bank of Montreal Charleswood Centre. At Maurice's request cremation has taken place. Funeral liturgy will be held on Thursday, July 22, 2004 at 1:00 pm at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 4588 Roblin Blvd (parking access from Grant) with Father Barry Schoonbaert officiating. Interment will take place at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens following the reception. “.... Hey, who blew out the candle? 'Don't be afraid', said Death, 'It was only a draft from the door. Come outside and pick yourself a star” G. Sewell Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE 885-9715
