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Mary Agnes Hunter
On January 25, 2009, with quiet dignity and with her family by her side, Mary Agnes Hunter left us to go home.
She was predeceased by her husband Ernest; sisters Pat, Jean, and Flo; and her brother Thomas McCroary. She is survived by her son Jim (Joy); sister-in-law Jean McCroary; and three nephews.
The family will be forever grateful to the Golden West Centennial Lodge, especially JoAnne and the staff of the 4th floor who looked after mom so well. The care and compassion shown to mom and us was greatly appreciated.
In lieu of flowers, if they wish, friends may donate to the Golden West Centennial Lodge or a charity of your choice.
Memorial service 2:00pm Thursday, January 29, 2009 at the Golden West Centennial Lodge, 811 School Road, Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Victor Cancilla
1922 - 2008
Funeral service for Victor Cancilla will take place 10:00am Wednesday, January 21 at Bardal Funeral Home, 843 Sherbrook Street. Interment Brookside Cemetery.
James Micheal McLeod
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden death of James Micheal McLeod at the Health Sciences Center on January 13, 2009 at the age of 47 years.
Jim was predeceased by his father Stewart James McLeod.
Jim leaves to mourn his wife Judite, children Carina, Johnathon, Laurana. His mother Joan, brother John (Judy), sister Tammy (Don), niece Sam, and nephews Mik, Qaum, Michael and Morgan. Also mother-in-law Relinda, brother-in-law Baldwin and many cousins, uncles and aunts, the Balagus, Smith, Gonçalves, Governo, and Gomes families, and friends.
Jim was born in Calgary, AB, and grew up in Surrey, BC. His family moved to Winnipeg in 1981, where he took Graphic Arts at RRCC. He later decided to follow in his father and grand-father’s footsteps and completed the Journeyman Carpenter’s Certificate at RRCC. He worked for various construction companies until he found his niche at HSC. Jim took pride in his work and it showed. He followed up on his work to ensure all staff were satisfied.
Jim was a World War II history buff. Reading countless history books, watching many documentaries, and taking great pride in any opportunity to talk with world war veterans. With this he enjoyed many hours with his dear ASL/CASLA friends battling it out on their game boards.
Astronomy gave him the opportunity to gaze at the beautiful starlit sky. Spending hours identifying the Orion Nebula and his drive to learn from amateur to expert in a few short months. He shared this passion with his son and they enjoyed attending their monthly meetings at the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada at the U of M. Bursting with pride when Johnathon first presented the 10 points about Saturn to the audience.
Country living made Jim realize he had a green thumb and enjoyed gardening. Sharing all the bounty with family, friends, and staff at work. Planting a purple garden patch for Carina and Laurana helping water her especially planted petunias. Johnathon, Laurana, and Daddy enjoyed learning archery together. With the boys hunting for deer and coming home with their stories of success. Jim enjoyed cross country skiing, and cycling with the family at Bird’s Hill, enjoying the outdoors at every possible opportunity.
Music was a common bond with Carina, they both enjoyed listening to Pink Floyd, Ozzy Osborne and Metallica. But diverse Jim also enjoyed his wife’s type of music, Classical and Jazz. Jim enjoyed meeting people and working with all the great staff at HSC and getting to know everyone. Sharing his sharp wit and dry sense of humor with those who would “get it” and smile at those who would not. He was a people person.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 17 at Immaculate Conception Church, 181 Austin Street N. with Reverend Father José Eduardo Medeiros, celebrant. Rite of Committal will follow at Assumption Cemetery.
Werner Entz
1913 – 2009
On January 9, Werner Entz, Professor Emeritus of Modern Languages at Brandon University and Doctor of Philosophy, died peacefully at the age of 95 years.
He was predeceased by his beloved wife Annemarie and leaves to mourn his passing his son Wilfred; daughter-in-law Sharon; grandson Scott in Winnipeg and an extended family in Germany and Iceland.
In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held.
Kazuo Okano
Kazuo Okano peacefully passed away at Concordia Place on January 5th, 2009.
He was predeceased by his father Mosaburo and mother Take Okano; son Howard; sisters Haruko (Tamotsu) Mitani and Tazuko (Hisao) Hamada; brothers Norman and Russell.
Dad was born in Vancouver, B.C on January 2nd, 1911, married Aiko in 1938 and moved to Manitoba in 1942. He came from a family of farmers and fishermen so always had many stories to tell about his fishing days and he loved his gardening.
In passing he leaves to mourn his wife of 71 years, Aiko; son Joe (Miyoko); daughter Evelyn; granddaughter Kimberley (Tom); grandson Kyle (Shelley); great granddaughter Lauren and two great grandsons Matthew and Aaron.
The family wishes to express their gratitude to the staff at Concordia Place for their care and devotion and for making dad’s life comfortable for the past four years.
Cremation has taken place. A family memorial service will take place with Rev Ulrich officiating.
In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to Concordia Place, to the Manitoba Buddhist Temple or the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba.
Leona Ruby Bernice Jackson (nee Cardinal)
NOVEMBER 8, 1953 – JANUARY 3, 2009
Leona passed away at the Health Sciences Centre surrounded by her family.
Leona leaves to mourn her husband Robert, one step-son, three step-daughters, eight brothers (sisters-in-law), four sisters (brothers-in-law), numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents Belva and Arthur Cardinal and one step-daughter Diane.
Leona was born and raised in Winnipeg. Leona was a wonderful person who family looked up to, a good friend to all, always there through good and bad times. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Funeral service 10:00am Tuesday, January 13, 2009 at Bardal Funeral Home, 843 Sherbrook Street. Interment Brookside Cemetery.
Arthur Kreis
April 15, 1932 – January 2, 2009
Peacefully on Friday January 2nd 2009, Arthur Kreis passed away at the age of 76, with family at his side.
Arthur was born on April 15, 1932 in Rosenfeld, Ukraine. He immigrated to Canada with his parents Lydia and Wilhelm in the fall of 1950. Dad enjoyed many years hunting and fishing with his closest friends and family. He spent many years coaching soccer and 4 years convening soccer. He retired from Westfair Foods in 1993 after 37 years and spent his retirement going on several trips with Frieda to Alaska, Germany and Alberta to visit with family. Dad enjoyed doing daily crosswords and keeping up with the latest sports scores especially the soccer scores. The family always knew not to plan events on Saturday mornings because Dad didn't want to miss watching soccer. Dad would go on daily two hour walks and while on these walks he kept his neighbourhood clean of unwanted bottles and cans. He had a special way of taking care of these unwanted items, neatly stacking and labeling everything. Dad made the best wine which he shared with everyone. Family gatherings were never without Dad's wine and a few prosits.
Opa cherished his grandchildren, they were the light of his life and they in turn cherished their Opa. Dad always felt that his grandchildren could do no wrong and Opa & Oma's house was a free zone where their parents had no say. Dad was a no fuss, no nonsense sort of guy who told it like it was. For those of us that loved and admired him we will always remember how much he loved and admired all of us in return.
Arthur leaves to cherish his memory his beloved wife and best friend of 51 years, Frieda; daughter and son- in- law Irmgard & Kelwyn Eklund, son and daughter- in- law Peter & Wanda Kreis; grandchildren Scott (Averie), Tami (Brian), Kaitlyn (Cole), Paxton and Xander; sister Frieda Rothenberger and numerous family and friends in Canada and Europe.
Special thanks to Dr. Harris and her team of Angels at the Grace Hospital CancerCare, The 5th floor staff at the Grace Hospital, Drs. Parham, Inglis and Reyhall for their exceptional care of Dad.
A celebration of Arthur's life will take place on Wednesday January 7, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at Bardal Funeral Home, 843 Sherbrook Street with Pastor Heimo Bachmeyer officiating.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Arthur's memory to CancerCare Manitoba Foundation Inc. 675 McDermot Ave, Rm ON1160, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9.
Peter Preston
Peacefully after a courageous struggle with cancer on January 10, 2003 at the Concordia Hospital Peter Preston passed away at the age of 81 years.
Left to cherish his memory are his sons Jeff (Karen) and Tom, grandchildren Denny, Melanie, and Mitchell, brother Phillip (Alice), as well as numerous relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Lynne, brothers Paul and Mike, and his parents Agnes and Nicholas.
Peter was raised in Bowsman, Manitoba, until he left to serve his country in the second world war. While he was in England Peter met Lynne, they returned to Canada raising a family in Winnipeg where they were married for 51 years. Peter was a very generous man who always gave of himself to help others. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed bowling as well the time spent with his friends and family.
The family would like to thank the staff of the third floor at Concordia hospital for the care and kindness shown to Peter.
In accordance with his wishes no formal services will be held. Donations may be made in Peter’s memory to CancerCare Manitoba.
