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Yvonne Dubois (nee Darel)
Peacefully at the Tache Nursing Centre on Tuesday January 8, 2001, Mrs. Yvonne Dubois of St. Claude, Manitoba passed away at the age of 92 years.
She leaves to mourn 2 daughters: Florence (Cal) Murphy, and Lorraine (Harold) Harrison, 7 sons: Ben (Luba), Denis, Victor (Jane), Aime, Robert (Georgia), and Maurice, 18 grandchildren and 20 great grand kids. She also leaves one sisters Isabelle Sicard and numerous nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Alfred Dubois 1983, one son Norman Dubois in 1987, one daughter Denise in infancy, 2 sisters: Denise Kowalchuk, and Maria Sicard, and by 3 brothers: Marcel Darel, Victor Darel and Paul Darel.
With respect for Yvonne's wishes, cremation has taken place. Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the St. Claude Roman Catholic Church on Friday January 11, 2002 at 2 p.m. with Father Rodrigue Bouchard officiating. Interment to follow in the Parish Cemetery.
As an expression of sympathy, friends or family may send memorial donations to the Tache Nursing Centre.
Adam's Funeral Home of Notre Dame de Lourdes, Manitoba in care of arrangements.
Denis Vuignier
Suddenly at his residence on Saturday April 19, 2003, Mr. Denis Vuignier of Notre Dame de Lourdes, Manitoba passed away at the age of 52 years.
He leaves to mourn his passing 2 sons: Norman and Gilles (friend Jeannine), his parents Adelard and Marie (née Tranq), 1 brother Robert (Kim LeFloch and their children: Joey, Liane and Janelle), 2 sisters: Claudette (Steve) and Murielle (Normand Rosset), brothers and sisters-in-law: Rachelle (Pierre Lemoine), Rolande (Guy Comte), Nicole Deroche, Raynald, Hubert (Lilliane Deroche), Claude (Lucille Poirier) and Hubert Deroche and numerous nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. He also leaves to mourn his special friend Tannis Geving.
He was predeceased by his beloved wife Madeleine (nee Chappellaz) on May 18, 2002.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Notre Dame Roman Catholic Church on Thursday April 24, at 10:00 a.m. A private family interment to follow in the Parish Cemetery.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Centre de Santé, Box 190, Notre Dame de Lourdes, MB R0G 1M0.
Adam's Funeral Home of Notre Dame de Lourdes, Manitoba in care of arrangements.
Auguste Jean-Marie Joseph Comte
Peacefully with his family at his side, Auguste passed away on Sunday April 13, 2003 at the age of 94. He was born on December 1, 1908 in a log house on his grandfather's homestead in Notre Dame de Lourdes, MB.
Auguste leaves to mourn his beloved wife of 50 years Suzanne (Gaultier), and his children: Denis (Claire), Maurice, Norbert (Lynn), Lea (Denis Badiou), and Pierre; his grandchildren: Natalie, Patrick, Kevin Comte; Joanne, Melisa, Stephan Comte; Julie, Janelle, Nicole, Eric Badiou; his brothers and sisters: Elise Comte, Louis Comte, Albert (Celine) Comte, Solange Gaultier, and Raymond Comte; in laws: Cecile Comte, Marie Comte, Agnes Comte, Yvonne Gaultier, Benoit and Lilianne Gaultier; and numerous nephews and nieces.
Auguste was predeceased by his first wife Celine (Pantel), infant son Henri, his parents Jean and Virginie Comte, and by his brothers Paul, Joseph, Michel, and Leon.
Auguste will always be remembered by the joy in his smile and the sparkle of youth in his eyes. He loved the company of family and friends. He carried a wealth of knowledge, remembering names, dates, and events in which he took great pride in sharing. Auguste had a deep affinity of the land. He loved to watch the crops grow and to gather the fruits of his garden. He was a strong community person having served countless years for the Caisse Populaire and Consumer Coop. Auguste had a strong faith, honest and simple values. Auguste loved to talk, to laugh, to play cards, to read, to follow sports and current events. He took great interest and pride in the lives of his children and grandchildren. Aurevoir Papa… in our hearts, you will always be driving down the lane, your loving arms will always hold us, your helping hands will always carry us.
Prayers will be held at Adam's Funeral Home on Tuesday April 15th at 8 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Notre Dame Roman Catholic Church on Wednesday April 16th at 11:00 am preceded by viewing and prayers at 10:30 a.m. with Father Marcel Damphousse officiating Interment to follow at the parish cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mountain Industries, Notre Dame de Lourdes, MB R0G 1M0 or to CNIB, 1080 Portage Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3G 3M3.
Adam's Funeral Home of Notre Dame de Lourdes, Manitoba in care of arrangements.
Benoit Chabauty
Peacefully at the St. Boniface Hospital on Thursday April 10, 2003, Mr. Benoit Chabauty of Notre Dame de Lourdes, Manitoba passed away at the age of 88 years.
He leaves to mourn his passing 2 brothers; Léon and wife Yvonne of Surrey, B.C. and Hilaire and wife Evelyne of Penticton, B.C.. He also leaves to mourn numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Notre Dame Roman Catholic Church on Tuesday April 15, 2003 at 11 a.m. preceded by viewing and recitation of the Rosary at 10:30 a.m. Interment to follow in the Parish Cemetery.
Adam's Funeral Home of Notre Dame de Lourdes, Manitoba in care of arrangements.
Oscar John Thorwaldson
On Thursday April 3, 2003 at the Grace Hospital, Oscar, beloved husband of Annie Mae (Bea) passed away at the age of 77 years.
Oscar was born in Winnipeg on March 27, 1926 and served in the Navy in W.W.II. He married Annie Mae in 1952 and lived in Winnipeg until 1964 when he moved to Starbuck. He remained in Starbuck until he suffered a stroke in 1998, then moved to the Deer Lodge Centre for the remainder of his life.
Beside his loving wife, he leaves to mourn one brother Leo Thorwaldson, one son Russell and wife Joyce and two grandchildren Sadie and Jocelyn Thorwaldson.
Funeral Services will be held in the Trinity Lutheran Church in Starbuck, Manitoba on Tuesday April 8, 2003 at 2 p.m.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Deer Lodge Centre or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Adam's Funeral Home of Notre Dame de Lourdes, Manitoba in care of arrangements.
Claire Lafrenière (nee Rocan)
Peacefully at the Notre Dame Foyer on Monday March 10, 2003, Mrs. Claire Lafrenière of Somerset, Manitoba passed away at the age of 84 years.
She leaves to mourn her passing 5 children: Jacqueline (Murray) Kilfoyle, Eliette (Denis) Levreault, Lise (Alan) Morhun, Claude (Donna) Lafrenière and Ginette Lafrenière, one son-in-law Henri Pittet, 13 grandchildren: Lisa (Oliver), Marc (Colleen), Aimée (Drew), Melanie (Derek), Kimberly, Kourtenay (Christian James), Darcelle (Chad), Lindsay (Michel), Devon, Michel, Christopher, Janelle and Taylor, and 2 great grand-children Brooklyn and Liam. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Roland in 2001, 2 daughters Anita in 1972 and Marina in 2000, 4 sisters: Germaine, Fabiola, Carmel and Colette, and by 9 brothers: Cecil, Lionel, Cecil Gustave, Gilles, Yves, Guy, Maurille, Ghislain and Joseph.
Claire worked as a telephone operator before marrying Roland and starting their family in Somerset. She would go on to run a restaurant in St.Claude and care for teenage girls in a group home in Winnipeg. They returned to Somerset keeping good friends they had made along the way. Regardless of where they lived, she would come to be known as "Aunty Claire" by all the neighborhood kids.
She was a founding member of the Filles d'Isabelle and would selflessly give her time to her community. Claire loved playing cards, baking, bingo, music, dancing and children. She was a kind, generous and giving person who welcomed everyone into her kitchen for a visit over coffee and to share some of her baking and a good laugh.
She was the kind of mother that one would aspire to be and a grandmother that you could only wish for. She had a smile that would fill a room, twinkle in her eye and a special gift that made her children believe that they were rich, when really they had very little money. Even through the hard times she picked herself up and carried us all along with her. With a hug and kiss from Claire you knew that you were loved, that she believed in you and that she would be there for you always. Claire passionately loved her husband Roland and they will once again be together to hold each other's hand. She was loved and will be sorely missed.
The family extends a special thank you to the staff at the Notre Dame Foyer for their care and kindness.
Prayers will be held at Adam's Funeral Home on Thursday March 13 at 8 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Notre Dame de La Nativité Catholic Church in Somerset, Manitoba on Friday March 14, 2003 at 2 p.m. with Father Célestin officiating. Interment to follow in the Parish Cemetery.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Notre Dame Foyer or to the Swan Lake Palliative Care.
Adam's Funeral Home of Notre Dame de Lourdes, Manitoba in care of arrangements.
Phone 248-2201 or 1-888-400-2326.
CYRIL REY
Peacefully at the St. Claude Hospital on Tuesday, Feb 25, 2003 with his beloved family at his side, Cyril Albert Joseph Rey passed away at the age of 86.
He leaves to mourn his passing, 9 children, Raymond Rey of Winnipeg, Eva Fuerst of Winnipeg, Elaine Gates (Larry) of Treherne, Annette Dupasquier of Winnipeg, Claudia Mabon (Gerry) of Winnipeg. Doris Bullock (Joe) of Dryden, Ontario, Rachelle Lavallee of Winnipeg., Michel Rey (Kim) of Winnipeg., Christine Boehmer of Winnipeg, 19 Grandchildren, Lisa, Wendy, Scott, Kevin, Darren, Randy, Pat, Gilles, Stefan, Paul, Joline, Joel, Karrie, Mathieu, Marque, Michelle, Andrew, Stephanie & Ainsley.
12 Great Grandchildren. Cole, Cody, Jordan, Hayden, Anyssa, Kaylin, Stephanie, Trevor, Brittany, Nikita, Natasha & Tiffany. One surviving brother Leon Rey (Rose), one sister-in-law Esther Rey and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, 5 brothers, 2 sisters and 1 daughter Marie.
Dad was born on Oct 3, 1916 in Haywood Manitoba. His favorite pastimes were fishing, playing cribbage, watching the Toronto Maple Leafs on T.V., playing Kinsmen Bingo, reading the daily newspaper. We will miss his constant teasing and great sense of humor.
Cy was a well known farm implement mechanic in many surrounding communities. He started the work force in Patricia Pat Mines in N.W. Ontario, returning to Manitoba working in grain elevators, then started his never ending career as a John Deere Mechanic.
After retirement he spent numerous hours repairing small yard equipment including this past summer he would receive many phone calls from "old customers" to fix machinery broken down in the fields. The John Deere Man has finally laid down his tools for eternal peace.
The family wishes to thank the St. Claude Hospital Staff for their kindness and wonderful care. A big thank you to Mon Oncle Leon for being there with Dad.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Claude Palliative Unit, St. Claude, MB R0G 1Z0.
Prayers will be held at Adam's Funeral Home on Wednesday February 26, 2003 at 8 p.m. As requested by Dad, cremation has taken place. Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the St. Claude Roman Catholic Church on Friday February 27, 2003 at 2 p.m. with Father Rodrigue Bouchard officiating. A private family gathering will be held on Father's Day.
We love you Dad.
Adam's Funeral Home of Notre Dame de Lourdes, Manitoba in care of arrangements.
Phone 248-2201 or 1-888-400-2326.
Antoine Joseph Lafreniere
February 14, 1912 - February 16, 2003
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Antoine at the age of 91 years.
Left to mourn his passing are his 6 children: Cecil and Janine Lafreniere of St. Anne, MB; Danielle and Jim Henderson of Fernie B.C.; Carole Privé of Castlegar B.C.; Geralda Dooley of Vancouver B.C.; Maureen and Ken Huzel of Hadashville MB; Darlene and Roland Marion of Winnipeg, MB; and Guy and Cathy Lafreniere of St. Leon, MB. He will also be missed by his 18 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, his brother-in-law Bernard and Odile Martel, sister-in-law Clara Lafreniere and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Antoine was predeceased by his wife Flore (nee Martel), his son Gerald and by 6 brothers and 6 sisters.
Antoine (Tony as everyone knew him) was born on the family farm in St. Leon and enjoyed farming throughout his long life. He enjoyed an occasional game of cards. He enjoyed life to the fullest spending time with family and friends as much as possible. He moved from the farm at the age of 78 to the manor in Somerset. He was often seen going for coffee with friends and having fun playing games of chance. He will be sadly missed.
Pallbearers will be Gerald Laurin, Paul Lafreniere, Darcy Lafreniere, Ricki Lafreniere, Michael Huzel and Gregory Huzel.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the St. Leon Roman Catholic Church on Saturday February 22, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. Internment will follow in the Parish Cemetery. Father Celestin Malengu Mubaya officiating.
If friends so desire, donations in memory of Tony may be made to the Cancer Society.
Adam's Funeral Home of Notre Dame de Lourdes, Manitoba in care of arrangements.
Phone 248-2201 or 1-888-400-2326.
Hélène Chammartin (nee Julien)
Peacefully at the Foyer Valade on Thursday February 6, 2003, Mrs. Hélène Chammartin of Winnipeg, Manitoba passed away at the age of 79 years.
She leaves to mourn her passing 6 children: Norbert (Alice) of La Salle, Rene (Marie-Reine), Laurent (Odile), Liliane (Norbert) Philippot, Gerald (Annette), Donald (Linda) all of Winnipeg, 11 grandchildren: Denny, Lisa (Brett), Danielle (Cory), Nicole (Jonathan), Julie, Christine, Lucie, Michelle, David, Bryan, Benjamin and two great-grandchildren: Renée and Dylan. She also leaves to mourn one sister Marie Tichit of Notre Dame de Lourdes. She was predeceased by her husband Paul in 1996, one son Lucien in 1953, 3 brothers: Baptiste, Privat, Emile and by 4 sisters: Virginie, Louise, Augustine and Antoinette.
Prayers will be held at Adam's Funeral Home on Tuesday February 11th at 11 a.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Notre Dame Roman Catholic Church on Tuesday February 11, 2003 at 2 p.m. preceded by Recitation of the Rosary at 1:30. Interment to follow in the Parish Cemetery.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimers Society, 10-120 Donald St, Winnipeg, MB R3C 4G2.
The family would like to express a sincere thanks to the doctors and staff of the Foyer Valade for the excellent care given to mom during the past 6 years.
Adam's Funeral Home of Notre Dame de Lourdes, Manitoba in care of arrangements.
Phone 248-2201 or 1-888-400-2326.
Lena (Produniuk, Wilchek) Babiak
It is with our deepest regrets that we announce the peaceful passing of our Mother and Baba, Lena Babiak at the St. Claude Hospital on February 2, 2003 at the age of 86 years.
She was born at Silver, Manitoba on March 7, 1916 to Mary and Andrew Produniuk. They settled in the St. Claude district. She received her education at Kenneth School. Lena loved school but was not able to attend as much as she wanted to. Being the eldest daughter, her mother depended on Lena to care for her siblings and help on the farm. Times were hard back then and hard work was something Lena knew well.
In 1943 she married Vincent Wilchek who came from Poland. They settled at 13-7-7. Two children were born then. Mary Anne and Edward. Tragically Vincent passed away in 1949. She farmed as best as she could and worked tirelessly providing for her children. Going to town with horse and buggy with the cream can between her feet was a vision her children remember. She needed flour, sugar and the few other provisions she could afford. She picked berries, mushrooms and planted gardens year after year. Preserves and pickles, sauerkraut, perogies, bread, cabbage rolls etc. Everything was homemade. She milked cows, cut her own wood and never complained.
On November 6, 1954 she married Peter Babiak who came from the Ukraine. Life then got a little better for her. They farmed together and enjoyed going visiting friends and neighbors in their 1965 Pontiac. They were often seen at Auction Sales and garage sales. Lena also loved to watch wrestling and listen to Polka Party with Peter. He passed away in August of 1992. Poor Mother, once again she was alone but she carried on till her health began to cause problems. She was a fighter.
Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were her joy and in her last years she also enjoyed watching them running around her outside. She like being with family and if you were to take her out to lunch, Chicken Chef was the place to go.
Mom thank you for the years you gave to us along with all the memories.
Lena was predeceased by her parents Mary and Andrew, her husbands Vincent and Peter, brothers John, Bill, Nick, Mike, Peter and Paul in infancy.
To cherish her memory, she leaves her daughter Mary Anne (Ken McInnes) and her son Edward (Pat) Wilchek. Grandchildren Jodie (friend Norman) McInnes, Jamie (friend Bobbie) McInnes, Charlene (Gerard) Bruneau, Craig Harp and Brendt (Suzanne Harp). Great-grandchildren Robyn, Gregg, Ian and Sean Bruneau, and Chelsea, Steven and Haley Harp. She also leaves to mourn one brother Alex (Connie) Produniuk, sisters Dora Matychuk, Mary Produniuk and Sophie Field. One sister-in-law Iona Produniuk as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. She will also be missed by Janice (Janet) who was very special to her.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the St. Claude Catholic Church on Wednesday February 5, 2003 at 2 p.m. with Revernd Father Ernie Hafichuk officiating. Interment to follow in the St. Peter and Paul Cemetery.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to CancerCare Manitoba or to the St. Claude Palliative Care.
Adam's Funeral Home of Notre Dame de Lourdes, Manitoba in care of arrangements.
Phone 248-2201 or 1-888-400-2326.
