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William Edward Barrie
82, Birtle, Man.
William Barrie, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 25, 2000, at Sunny Side Manor in Birtle, Man., at the age of 82.
Bill was the second oldest of nine children born to John and Mary Ellen Barrie on Dec. 28, 1918 in Florence, Cape Breton, N.S.
He left school following Grade 8 and worked as a hoist operator in the Bras d’Or coal mines. He joined the RCAF in 1941 and was stationed at Paulson near Dauphin in 1944. Shortly after his arrival, he met Elsie Robson at a dance at Dauphin Beach – no wonder the lake was a special place for him. They were married on Jan. 10, 1945.
Upon his discharge he took a decorating course and he painted and papered many homes and businesses in Dauphin. In 1955 he became a guard at the Dauphin jail. Before taking early retirement on May 24, 1979, he prepared a time capsule to be opened on Jan. 1, 2000, by the present guards. As time grew closer he hoped he would be able to know their comments. Unfortunately, his health did not allow that.
In 1992 he married Gertie Moulson and spent the last years of his life in Birtle not far from Bev’s family.
Over the years Bill spent in Dauphin, he served on the Parks Board, he was a member of the United Church - even having his own reserved seat.
He was a member of the curling club, the golf course and he enjoyed those sports as well as fishing, hunting, cooking, storytelling and helping others.
Bill was very active in the Dauphin Branch of the legion and was a continuous member for 49 years. He was president for two terms and received a life membership in 1966. He served on the executive in just about all committees with the exception of secretary. Bill served as liaison officer between the legion and the legion seniors club. He was also service officer and was responsible for getting many veterans and their spouses help through the DVA. He worked with the Dauphin Cemetery Board getting the veterans’ headstones cleaned and repaired. Before leaving Dauphin he was instrumental in building the veteran’s memorial at the cemetery.
Bill always took an active part in canvasses for the Salvation Army, Red Cross and the Remembrance Day Poppy Drive. For his dedication to the legion, he received the Meritorious Service Medal in 1989.
Bill was very proud of his grandchildren and the special times in their lives were special to him too. He was always happy to have seen them grow from children to young adults. He was happiest when he could entertain family or friends.
The saddest days in Bill’s life were when daughter, Shirley was killed on Aug. 10, 1976 and when his wife, Elsie died on Dec. 24, 1987. He was also predeceased by his parents, mother-in-law, Dorothy Robson, brother, Anthony, sister, Marguerite, stepsister, Helen, niece, Dorothy and in-laws, Laura and Maurice Pocklington, Rena and Fred Bawdon, Ed and Helen Robson, Ernie and Nelda Robson, Fred and Mary Robson, Lizzie Barrie, John B. LeBlanc and Aubrey McKinnon.
Left to cherish his memories are daughter, Beverley and Lloyd Wotton, Foxwarren; grandchildren, Scott and Melanie Wotton, Mark and Melanie Wotton, Julie Wotton, Karen Wotton, Wade Miller and special friend, Kirrile Bowden; great-granddaughters, Courtney Belle and Torie Lee; son-in-law, Glenn Miller and his wife, Lynn and their children, Sheryl and Christopher. He is survived by brothers, Jim, Phonse (Betty), Frank (Joan), sisters, Mary Ellen LeBlanc, Theresa Barrie, Cecelia (Tom) Simpson, stepbrother, Percy and brother-in-law, Spurgie Hogue, all of Cape Breton. Uncle Bill will be fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews and their children. He will also be remembered by Gertie and her children, Derry and Katherine, Howard and Georgie, Faith and Gordie, Effie and Merv, Marnie and Dave, Robbie and Mary and their children.
Funeral service was held Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2000, at the Dauphin First United Church with Rev. Freda Rajotte officiating.
Ross Heath
69, Winnipeg
Ross Heath, son of the late Roland and Louise Heath, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 16, 1999, in Winnipeg.
Born in Glace Bay, he was a member of the Salvation Army. He attended the School for the Deaf, Halifax.
Survived by his wife, Jean; daughter, Bonnie; sisters, Doris Bresson and Joyce Watkins, Glace Bay, Alma, Ruby and Grace, Winnipeg; brothers, Eric, Fred, Jim, Don, all of Ontario.
Predeceased by daughter, Jerry, sister, June Butler.
Cremation and memorial service was held in Winnipeg.
Donations to Glace Bay Salvation Army Corps. suggested as memorials.
Mary Ellen (Sis Pinkerton) Corrigan
60, Manitoba
Mary Ellen Corrigan, born in New Waterford, N.S., passed away after a lengthy illness Thursday, Sept. 21, 2000, with her family by her side, at St. Boniface Hospital, Winnipeg, Man.
Mary leaves to mourn her passing two daughters, one son, and their families, Mary Lou (Michael) Raffard, Winnipeg, Terra Lynn (Tony) Chartier, Winnipeg, and son, Robert (Lena) Corrigan, Edmonton, Alta. Also surviving are her six beloved grandchildren, three sisters, and one brother, Marion Pinkerton, Sydney, John (Patricia) Pinkerton, Waterloo, Ont., Essie (John) Murphy, New Waterford, and Willena (Donald) Schaump, South Bar, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Mary was fondly remembered by her many friends in Winnipeg as ‘Nanny’.
Mary was predeceased by her father and mother, William and Nellie Pinkerton of New Waterford.
There will be a memorial mass Saturday, Oct. 14 at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Church in Lingan. Interment in Union Grove Cemetery, New Waterford.
Donations in memory of Mary may be made to the Cape Breton Lung Association.
Madeline Bidinost
MADELINE MARGARET BIDINOST Madeline Margaret Bidinost, 75, of Dartmouth, NS, died July 25, 2001, in Dartmouth General Hospital. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Louis; sons, Michael, Christopher; daughters, Suzanne, Angela Adams; brother Bill Meehan; sister Noreen Andrusyk. Funeral service was held Monday, July 30 in Dartmouth. Burial followed in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville, NS. Donations may be made to Lung Association of Nova Scotia.
AVELINO MENDOZA
AVELINO "BEN" MENDOZA Peacefully, following a lengthy illness, it is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Ben Mendoza. With his family by his side, on Sunday, May 12, 2002, Ben Mendoza, aged 83 years, at the St. Boniface Hospital. Ben will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Filomena L. Mendoza. Ben is also survived by his children, Leonila (Renato) Sordan of the Philippines, Alejandro (Zeny) Mendoza of the Philippines, Reny (Mareng) Mendoza, Larry (Luming) Mendoza, Jocy (Celso) Javate, Elvie Mendoza, all of Winnipeg. Grandchildren, Joel (Debbie), Raymond, Andre, J.R., Alex, Alore, Debbie, Dennis, Derick, Bennet and Mitchell. Brothers and sisters, Neneng, Oleng, Eniong and Nena. Ben was predeceased by his parents, Jacinta and Faustino Mendoza. The family express their appreciation to all the staff and Doctors at the St. Boniface Hospital. Lamay will take place on Wednesday, May 15, between the time of 6:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. with prayers being said at 9:00 p.m. in Leatherdale Gardiner Funeral Chapel, 1501 Waverley St. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, May 16, at 10:00 a.m. in Our Lady of Victory Church, 254 Arnold Ave., with Reverend Father Henryk Laciak celebrant. Interment to follow in the Waverley Memorial Gardens, 1501 Waverley St. Pallbearers will be Albert Capiral, Jojo Cunanan, Tony Macapagal, Tony Laderas, Danny Ilarde, Reny Hipolito. LEATHERDALE GARDINER 1501 Waverley Street, 949-4860
HELENA DOBRINSKY
HELENA DOBRINSKY (nee KUBARA) July 28, 1924 - February 22, 2002 With great sadness and sorrow our mother, baba and best friend passed away suddenly but peacefully at home. Our mother was born and raised in the North End of the city and later in married life moved to West Kildonan, where she remained except for the period between 1969 -1980. Due to her husband's (Speed) employment transfer with Air Canada, she lived in Montreal (Dorval), PQ. While living in Montreal our parents had many friends. They looked forward to dancing at the legion on Saturday nights, visiting friends and adventurous family drives exploring the city and countryside on weekends. In Winnipeg, she was a member for 50 years at Branch #141 Ukrainian Legion in the Ladies Auxiliary. This was where you would find our parents on weekends with their friends and family dancing and socializing. Mom was a member in the Senior Achievers Club till recent and had many caring family and friends from there. In recent years she also attended Fred Douglas Lodge day program each Tuesday. It was the highlight of her week. The activity workers ensured a supporting and fun environment. She had only missed a few times recently due to critical care needed but once well there was no question where she was going to be on Tuesdays. Our parents were married for 53 years. Dad passed away January 1995, and our mother was devoted to caring for him in his last years. Soon after his passing she battled and won over cancer while still mourning for him. Although various health problems continued to slow her down, she kept her chin up with no complaints to others. There was a determination to live independently to the best of her ability. Our mother, baba loved us all unconditionally. Always wanting to take care of us first before herself. As children, mom always welcomed new and various pets to our home even when they showed up unexpectedly. Mom also liked car drives, anywhere, exploring and sightseeing, stopping for picnics and going to the cottage and beach for the day if she was physically up to it. She enjoyed watching skating and curling on TV, most recently the Olympics. The day was not complete unless she read the newspaper from start to finish. Helena was predeceased by her husband Stephen (Speed) in January 1995; son Larry June 1958; parents, Anna and Michael Kubara; and brothers, John and William Kubara. Cherished and lovingly remembered by her children, Brian (granddaughter Jill), Douglas (Pam and grandchildren Laura and David), Dale Parkinson (Rick and grandchildren Kate and Tracy), Lori G. Warniski (grandson Colin). She is survived by her brothers, Michael and Eddy (Jennie) Kubara; sisters, Olga Andronick (Bill) and Emily Rose; sisters-in-law, Jean Kubara, Minnie Kubara, Evelyn Gabbs, Jean Dobrinsky, DeeDee Clark (Tom), Mabel Olynyk, Ann Bachman and Nerky McMillan; brothers-in-law Bill Dobrinsky (Nellie) and Fred Dixon (Norma) and many nieces and nephews. Thank you to various staff at the Seven Oaks Hospital who cared for our mother. To Richard Halavaros a respiratory technologist who's gentle manner comforted her. To Doctors and Nurses in Intensive Care which mom nicknamed The Angel Ward due to their professionalism and gentle caring manners and made her feel worthwhile and safe. Prayers will be held on Wednesday, February 27 at 7:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. Funeral service will be held on Thursday, February 28 at 10:00 a.m. also at the Chapel. Interment will follow in Holy Family Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mom's memory to the Seven Oaks Hospital Foundation, 2300 McPhillips St., Winnipeg, MB, R2V 9Z9. Mom's life was her family, for which no service or sacrifice was too great. We are honoured and proud to be her children and she will always be remembered. Rest in Peace If you think of me and cry, don't think of me at all. But if you think of me and smile, Think of me often. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
Emily Bihun
EMILY BIHUN With great sadness, we regret to announce the passing of our Mother, Baba and Great-Baba on Monday, July 30, 2001 at St. Boniface Hospital with her children at her side. Mom was predeceased by her husband of 24 years, Nick Horoshok; son Ted Horoshok; grandson Jim Horoshok; parents Michael and Telkla Pchjek and second husband Mike Bihun. Mom will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by those whose lives she touched. Left to mourn her passing are her children; son Jim Horoshok and daughter-in-law Pat (of Calgary); daughter Pat Benoit and son-in-law Ron (of Winnipeg); grandchildren, Corrie McGibney (Mark), Randy Horoshok (Margaret), Kelly Quinton (Wayne), Jody Farmer (Jarad), Nikki Buchannon (Jamie), and Toni Benoit (Jonathan); great-grandchildren, Nicholas Hamilton, Tyler and Riley McGibney, Justin, Aaron, Ashley, Jenna Quinton, Jordan and Hayden Farmer, Casey Benoit, Branden and Nathaniel Benoit. Prayers will be held on Wednesday, August 1 at 8:30 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. Divine Liturgy will be celebrated on Thursday, August 2 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Joseph's Ukrainian Catholic Church, 250 Jefferson Ave. Interment will follow in Elmwood Cemetery. Longer obituary to follow. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL in care of arrangements 586-8044.
ALLAN BRACKEN
ALLAN DOUGLAS BRACKEN Peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family, at Health Sciences Centre, on Monday, December 11, 2000, Dr. Allan Douglas Bracken, in his 88th year. Survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Rosemary and their children: John and wife Maureen, Doug Jr., Susan, Michael and wife Darlene, and their grandchildren: Shannon, Allison, Jennifer, Kyle and Kevin Bracken, and adopted grandson Cam Lirondelle and his wife Shannon, and great granddaughter Abby Lirondelle. Also surviving are his dear brothers Bruce, Gord and wife Ruth and numerous loving nieces and nephews. The family wish to thank Dr. S. Domke, Dr. F. Aoki, Dr. D. Hosking, Dr. K. Bernstein, Dr. O. Williams, Dr. B.B. Fast, Dr. K. Vijay and Dr. R. Nason, as well as the nursing staff on D5, D4, D2, H4 and H3 at Health Sciences, Home Care Department, Riverview Day Hospital and Dept. of Veterans Affairs. A special thank you to Bea, Carmalita, Tammy, Surrinder and Richard for their outstanding care. He was so appreciative of all your ministrations. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Operation Eyesight Universal, Box 123, Stn. M. Calgary, Alberta T2P 2H6 or to the charity of your choice. Memorial service to be held Friday, December 15 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Andrews' River Heights Church, Oak and Kingsway. THOMSON FUNERAL CHAPELS 783-7211
APOLONIA MENDOZA
APOLONIA MENDOZA 1912 - 2001 In loving memory of our Grandma On Saturday, May 5, 2001 Apolonia was taken peacefully but unexpectedly, The Lord decided to take an Angel from us and bring her to her place in heaven. The time we spent together will always remain precious in our hearts Lola. You had so little but gave to us so much. The love you had, you shared not only with your family, but also with so many others, that you became the mother to your town. May you enjoy your rest with God. Now you are in paradise and will forever be a part of our souls. Apolonia is survived by her son Amado Mendoza Sr. and wife Consuelo; grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Amado Jr., and Josefina, Danielle, Logan Mendoza; Consuelo and Raymond Benson; Imelda; Marcelino; Monica and Walter, Deril, Dannyel Carranza; Monaliza and Rommel, (Buddy) Viazon. A special thank you to all our relatives and many friends for your love and support. Burial is taking place in Bato, Philippines. We invite you to share in the 9th day of our Novena prayers on Tuesday, May 15 at 8:30 p.m., at the Mendoza Residence.
Jerry Boychuk
JERRY BOYCHUK Unexpectedly on July 28, 2001 Jerry passed away at the age of 46. He is survived by his wife Gwenda who was "the love of his life"; and his children, Samuel and Emily; his stepchildren, Dana, Trisha, Margo and Ashley. Also, left with broken hearts is his mother Lena Boychuk; twin sister Janet Hebert; brother-in-law Marcel; and nephews, Daniel and Marc. Jerry was pre-deceased by his father John. Jerry was born in Winnipeg on January 11, 1955 and grew up in Flin Flon where he lived for 18 years. He was always active and helpful at his parents' business, "Johnny's Confectionary". He played hockey with the Flin Flon Bombers and the University of Manitoba Bisons. He had won a hockey scholarship and became the team captain. After graduating with a Bachelor Degree in Commerce he went on to get his Masters from the University of Western Ontario. His career included entrepreneurship and management with large companies, throughout North America and overseas. His most recent position was the Chief Operating Officer of KT Industries in Winnipeg. "Jer" always demonstrated a positive attitude, an incredible passion for life and true devotion to his family. He had the wisdom to develop untapped capabilities in others. He had an unshakable belief in the Lord. He was active in his church as well as Promise Keepers. JER, WE WILL ALL MISS YOU DEARLY. Funeral service will be held at 2.00 p.m. on Thursday, August 2 at the Church of the Rock, 2211 Pembina Highway with Pastor Mark Hughes officiating. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations may be made in his memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 310-352 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB R3B 2H8 THOMSON FUNERAL CHAPELS 783-7211
