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Lloyd "Buster" Holness
Lloyd “Buster” Holness passed away in the Swan River Valley Hospital on May 18th, 2014 at the age of 96 years.
Lloyd Holness commonly known as Buster or Bus was born in Pense, Saskatchewan on May 7th, 1918 to Alex and Sara Holness. At the age of 15, his family moved to the Whitebeech area where he helped on the family homestead.
Buster enlisted with the armed services on June 22nd, 1940 to serve his country. He served with the Regina Rifles Regiment and reached the rank of Sargent during WWII. He left the army on March 22nd, 1946 and returned to the farm in Whitebeech.
In July of 1974, Bus moved to Swan River to join an old acquaintance he had known when he was 16 years old. Bus and Cora lived a happy life. They travel to various parts of Canada to attend weddings of Cora’s children and grandchildren. They also helped out when new grandchildren arrived. They also traveled to Hawaii and spent a few winter months in Palm Springs.
During all this time Bus continued to farm and made the daily trip out to the farm.
Bus loved to watch TV, his favourites were Archie Bunker, but more importantly wrestling. Fishing was another of his favourite past times.
Bus was very proud of his military service and Legion membership. Through his services he met lifelong friends. He participated in many legion events, curling functions and always was part of the Remembrance Day Services until his later years when he was unable to march in the service.
Bus will be deeply missed by his long-time partner Cora and his Sister Alice; fifteen nephews, nieces; numerous great and great great nephews and nieces; and one great, great, great nephew; as well as his extended family.
Buster was predeceased by his brothers Sam and Ben; sisters Violet and May; as well as Arthur, Whitney and Ken from his extended family.
MAY HIS SPIRIT SOAR.
Funeral service was held on Saturday, May 24th, 2014 at 2:00 PM from the Chapel of Paull Funeral Home, Swan River, Manitoba with Velda Dahlin officiating.
Active pallbearers were Roderick Holness, Kim Holness, Gordon Bowles, Frank Apperley, Trevor Apperley and Branson Apperley.
Following the service Buster was laid to rest in the Birchwood Cemetery, Swan River, Manitoba.
Should friends so desire, memorial donations in Buster’s memory may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 39, Swan River, Manitoba.
Paull Funeral Home and Crematorium was honored to have served the family.
Douglas Wayne Bogaski
(May 2, 1956 - March 2, 2018)
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Douglas (Doug) Bogaski. He always loved traveling and exploring, and this Friday after a beautiful day on the ski trails, he continued his travels without us. He will be joining his parents, Olga and Gustave Bogaski, as well as his mother-in law Doris Oneschuk and father in-law Jack Campbell.
He will be missed by his loving wife Lynn Bogaski, his adoring daughters Talia, Deanna, Kaitlin and Jenelle, and his big brother and sisters Jack Bogaski (Nancy), Donna Panasis (Doug), and Sandi Smith. He will also be remembered by the mother of his children, Elaine Grymonpré, his stepsons Brian, Eric, and Micheal and stepdaughter Kayla, his beloved grandchildren Amiera and Kaden, and many other relatives and friends.
Doug loved his family and friends, and took great joy in his children and grandchildren. He also loved nature, cigars, the Bombers, and art. He was an expert DIY handy-man and one of the first individuals in Winnipeg to own an Apple computer. In addition he was a great fisherman, golfer, excellent soccer player and an extraordinary storyteller.
One of the first coaches of women’s soccer in Manitoba, Doug helped bring the sport to its current significance. He graduated the University of Manitoba with a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts, and was recently named one of the best figurative artists in Canada. He retired from the City of Winnipeg in 2014 to relieve chronic back pain and pursue the activities that brought him joy. His many wonderful skills and talents left us too soon.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Heartland Community Church on April 21st in Landmark, Manitoba from 2-4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Doug’s name to the School of Art Endowment Fund, to the Heart and Stroke Foundation https://www.heartandstroke.ca/get-involved/donate, or to West Broadway Youth Outreach https://www.westbroadwayyouthoutreach.com/online-donations.html
Roland "Rollie" Joseph Aime Bonin
October 28, 1931-March 7, 2018
With great sadness we announce the passing of Rollie Bonin on March 7, 2018. He is survived by his wife of 64 years Wanda, daughters June, Tracy (Peter) Darcy (Ellie) Grandchildren Giulia, Nella, Nicholas (Sara), Thomas (Madelaine), Matthew (Grace) and great grandchildren Logan, Grace, Griffin and Benjamin.
Siblings Denis (Jane), Sister Lucille, Father Edouard, Ernest (Lise), Marina (Jean), Renald (Susan), Alain (Elise), Laurence (Mike) as well as many nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews.
Rollie was born in Marchand Manitoba. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved being in the outdoors. In his younger days he enjoyed playing baseball and was a fan of the Blue Jays. Rollie enjoyed playing crib, had a great sense of humor and loved spending time with family.
The family would like to thank the staff on the third floor of the Concordia Hospital for the compassionate care they gave to Rollie. In lieu of flowers the family respectfully requests that donations be made in Rollie’s name to your charity of choice.
Services to be held at Blessed Sacrament Church located at 710 Roanoke Street in Transcona on March 12, 2018 at 11:00 am.
Irmgard von Dulong
Irmgard von Dulong, beloved wife of Olaf, passed away peacefully on the evening of May 26, 2014 at the Benito Health Centre. Besides her husband, she is survived by her daughter Inga and son-in-law Wayne Seesahai, grandchildren Jennifer (Patrick) Catellier, Michael and Landen Seesahai. She was predeceased by her parents Elise and Wilhem Bahr. Irmgard was born August 2, 1930 in Stade Germany. In 1963, she immigrated to Canada to join Olaf who had come to Canada prior to her to fulfill an employment opportunity in Winnipeg, MB. They lived in Winnipeg until 1970 when they built their home north of Minitonas and moved to the Valley. They ran a successful import/export business for many years. She was an avid gardener and for many years maintained a large garden as well as a beautiful flower border and a multitude of house plants. These were but a few of her many interests and talents. Irmgard and Olaf were long time members of Knox United Church in Minitonas as well as belonging to Order of the Eastern Star. The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the caring staff of the Benito Health Centre for their kindness and excellent care given to our mother and grandmother.
A service will be held on Monday June 9, 2014 at 2:00pm at Knox United Church in Minitonas.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Tent Town Garden Club.
Paull Funeral Home and Crematorium was honored to have served the family.
Rene Joseph Leo Beaulieu
(March 19, 1945 - March 11, 2018)
It is with profound sadness to have to announce the loss of my high school sweetheart, soul mate and beloved husband Rene who passed away in my loving arms just one week shy of his 73rd birthday. I feel very blessed to have shared 48 beautiful wedded years with him.
Survived by myself Wendy, are our loving children David and Patricia, son-in-law Robert Houtkooper, and two very precious grandsons Matthew and Zachary. Siblings; Paul, Leo, Therese, Louis, Marie, Jean (Michelle), Jeannine Du, Philippe (Rose), Jeanne d’Arc (Craig Johnstone), as well as my brothers Colin McRae, Brent McRae (Barb) and numerous nephews and nieces.
He was predeceased by his parents Joseph and Bernadette, sister Madeleine, sister-in-laws Monique and Georgette, brother-in-law Dr. Joseph Du, baby nephew Claude, in-laws William (Bill) and Joyce McRae, brother-in-law Wayne McRae and sister-in-law Sharon McRae.
Rene was born and raised in St. Boniface. He loved playing his guitar and throughout his teens he was in a few rock ’n’ roll bands. We were married in 1969 and started our young family a few years later. Rene decided to return to school where he obtained his B.A. at College Saint Boniface. He was employed at the CBC, retiring after 30 years of service.
In addition to his family and music, his passion was the cabin that we designed and built with skills he had acquired from working with his very knowledgeable father. Rene always took great pride in a job well done.
Rene was a nature lover and we enjoyed spending many hours at Birds Hill Park cycling, blading, skiing, and outdoor picnics. We vacationed in Mexico, Cuba, and Hawaii, but our trip of a lifetime was a cycling adventure in the South of France to celebrate our “25th” Anniversary. Mini vacations with family and much loved pets Phoebe & Yuki were just an hour away at our cottage where it was always a “beautiful day”. There he enjoyed manicuring his “park” enjoying bonfires, guitar sing songs, star gazing and relaxing in the hot tub.
Our family would like to thank all of the wonderful staff at CancerCare. Special thanks to Dr. Dao and nurse Brittany’s exceptional care for making an extremely difficult 5 year journey much more tolerable. Thank you to HSC E.R. staff and wonderful care especially from nurses Anita and Chris on our last days there.
We thank those who were able to gather during Rene’s final days. We acknowledge those who were unable to be there in person and thank them for sending love and prayers his way. A private family celebration of Rene’s life will be held at a later date. “Til we meet again my Love”
As per Rene’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no service. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory to CancerCare or Multiple Myeloma Canada would be greatly appreciated.
Donna Higgs
Donna Jean Higgs of Swan River, Manitoba passed away at the Swan River Valley Health Centre on May 6th, 2014 at the age of 67 years.
Donna was born to Avis and Don MacKay at the Swan Valley hospital on July 24th, 1946. She received her education in Bowsman, Manitoba.
Donna married Ross Higgs in May of 1971 in Bowsman, Manitoba.
Thru her life, Donna worked for a few years at the Bowsman Hotel in housekeeping, and then she worked at the Swan River hospital in housekeeping as well. Donna did canvassing for many years for the Heart and Stroke Fund. When Iris and Ray lived in The Pas, Donna would go and visit during the Trapper’s Festival, she liked her dancing. She loved Elvis Presley’s music. Donna had a specially love for her dogs and cats.
Donna will be missed by her sister Iris Fothergill and by her son Kirk Draper, as well as by a granddaughter Kiah.
Donna was predeceased by her mother Avis MacKay; dad Don MacKay and her sister Leslie Smith.
Funeral service was held on May 12th, 2014 at 2:00 PM from the Chapel of Paull Funeral Home with Reverend Kathy Highmoor officiating.
Active pallbearers were Kare Carlson, Clinton Fothergill, Dwayne Caverly, Eddie Barrow, Wayne Graham and Lorne Pierrepont.
Everyone who was in attendance was to consider themselves as honourary pallbearers.
Following the luncheon burial happened at Fairdale Cemetery.
Should friends so desire, memorial donations in Donna’s honour may be made to CancerCare Manitoba.
Paull Funeral Home and Crematorium was honoured to have served the family.
Denis Joseph Albert Fredette
May 23, 1951 – January 23, 2016
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving husband and father Denis Fredette on Saturday, January 23, 2016. He will be greatly missed by his devoted wife Emily of 45 years, daughters Pamela (Scott) Moat and Corinne (Cory) Lamirande and grandsons Joshua and Tyler. He leaves behind eight siblings, Laurette (Daniel) Dufault, Yolande (Raymond) Gagnon, Louise Fredette, Paulette Birin, Diane Plaetinck, Gerald (Nicole) Fredette, Daniel (Beth) Fredette and Lynn (Donald) Lindberg, sister-in-law Laurette Fredette.
Denis was predeceased by his parents Donat Fredette and Therese (Routhier), brother Rene, stepfather Maurice Routhier and brothers-in-law Raymond Lamoureaux, Richard Birin and Paul Plaetinck.
The family wishes to extend special thanks to Dr. Dawe, doctors and nurses at Health Sciences Centre, Cancer Care and Neurology, St. Boniface Palliative Care and home care for their sincere care and compassion.
A Celebration of Denis’ Life will be held on Friday, February 5, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at Wheeler Funeral Home, Cemetery & Crematorium 1800 Day Street.
