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WALLACE HUNTER
December 10, 2004
WALLACE (WALLY) GARNET HUNTER It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Wally Hunter on Wednesday, December 8, 2004 at his residence in River Hills, MB. Wally Hunter, aged 50 years, beloved partner of Leanne Brewster. Wally is survived by his sisters, Marilyn Everille (Thomas), Venetta Rimmer (Matt Hegedus), Leota Johnson (Charles); by brothers, William (Frances), Ray (Ruth), Darrell, Gary, Glen (Linda); as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends; and his cats, Sylvestor and Tweety. He was predeceased by his parents, Austin and Annie Hunter; and a sister Sharon. Wally was an avid outdoorsman who loved to fish and enjoy his quiet solitude. You knew when Wally was in the room by his big broad smile, he lived life to the fullest and loved socializing with his partner Leanne and his friends. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 11 at 2:00 p.m. from Russell Funeral Home, Beausejour, MB with Fr. Owen Steeves presiding. Services will terminate at the Chapel with cremation to follow. If friends so desire donations may be made to the Winnipeg Humane Society, 5 Kent St., Winnipeg, MB R2L 1X3. RUSSELL'S of Beausejour, Manitoba are in care of arrangements. Call 1-866-424-6271 toll free or 268-2263.
KAY KOMYSHYN
December 10, 2004
KAY KOMYSHYN (nee ANTONIUK) Passed away suddenly on Sunday, December 5, 2004 at her residence at East Park Lodge. Kay was predeceased by her husband John; brother Steve Antoniuk; sisters, Lena Mokry and Julia Jones. She leaves to cherish her memory, three sons, Maurice wife Marianne, Edward wife Nancy and Leonard (Rhonda); daughter Valerie husband Gary of Saskatoon, SK; nine grandchildren, Marnie, Mark, Melanie, Edward Jr., Bradley, Lisa, Riki, Jackie and Kaylan; three great-grandchildren, Austen, Nikkole and Tyson; two sisters, Mary Melosky and Olga Wityshyn; brothers, Mike, Peter wife Bernice, John wife Sandy; sister-in-law Theresa. Kay was born on May 6, 1925 in Sewell, MB to Harry and Anastasia Antoniuk. Cremation has taken place. A service to celebrate her life will be held on Sunday, December 12 at 6:30 p.m. at Park Manor Personal Care Home, 301 Redonda St. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Canadian Arthritis Society. Vichnaya Pamyat Knysh Funeral Chapel 582-0973
MELVIN KOWAL
December 10, 2004
MELVIN KOWAL Melvin Kowal of Minnedosa passed away on Wednesday, December 8, 2004, at the Minnedosa District Health Centre, at the age of 72 years. Melvin is survived by his wife Sylvia; two sons, Ted Kowal (Susanne Verbrugge) of Winnipeg, and Michael (Crissy) Kowal of Minnedosa; one daughter Michelle Jasper of Richmond, BC; six grandchildren, Nicole Kowal-Seafoot, Milana and Michaela Jasper, Jonathon, Adam and Matthew Kowal. Also surviving are one brother John (Valentina) Kowal of Winnipeg; and four sisters, Jean (Bernie) Fuller of Winnipeg, Mary Budzinski of Winnipeg, Emily (Mike) Peleshok of Shoal Lake, and Olga Krawchuk of Winnipeg. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 11 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Volodymyr's Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Oakburn. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery. Prayers will be said Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. at the church. Rev. Michael Pozdyk will officiate. Rae's Funeral Service of Shoal Lake and Erickson are in care of the arrangements. (204) 759-2160.
LAWRENCE KROCKER
December 10, 2004
LAWRENCE ROBERT KROCKER It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Lawrence (Larry) Krocker, who died with his parents by his side on December 8, 2004. Larry fought a lengthy battle with cancer and made the courageous decision to accept the inevitability of death, dying with dignity, at peace with himself and his God. Larry was born on June 15, 1948, in Oliver, BC and moved to Winnipeg in the spring of 1950. He spent most of his school aged years in Transcona and Charleswood. He described his childhood as a happy one. He loved to talk about his antics in the classroom and enjoyed his many visits with his extended family in Broadview, SK. As a young adult, Larry loved adventure and enjoyed taking on new challenges including whitewater rafting and helicopter skiing. Laurie also liked to spend quieter times with his parents. Together they built cottages at Black Sturgeon Lake and enjoyed visiting with one another. Larry also had a love of music, playing the guitar and piano for his own pleasure and at social gatherings. Larry moved to Oakbank in 1985 with his wife Linda and son Christopher. Shortly after the move, his daughter Jenny was born. Larry spent many happy years in Oakbank building a home and barn, playing polo, caring for his family and spending time with his neighbours. During that period, he changed professions, moving from human resource management to senior administration. The highlight of his career was his work as the Superintendent of Milner Ridge Correctional Institution. Larry assumed a leadership role in establishing the facility and was responsible for all aspects of its operation. He loved working with Milner Ridge staff, many of whom stayed in touch with Larry after he left the facility. Their support and friendship and that of other colleagues, meant a lot to him. Larry will be sadly missed by his parents, Lawrence Krocker and Dorothy Krocker (nee Merkel); his children, Chris and Jenny and their mother, Linda; and her parents, Herbert and Beverly Butcher. He leaves to mourn his sister Carol Miller who he enjoyed spending time with, especially during his illness. He will also be missed by Carol's husband Cory Miller; their sons, Darrin, Darnell and Jason and their families; his nephew Colin and his family; and many aunts, uncles and cousins in Saskatchewan and British Columbia. Larry was blessed with many friends who were important to him throughout his life and who cared for him and visited him during his illness. He was grateful for these friendships, including those with Ben and Erna Thiessen; Darlene and Jeff Anderson; Elaine and Dana Elliott; Barbara, John, Catherine, Maria and Kristen Bromilow; and Carol Robson all of whom played a special part in his life. In the last few years, Larry was also grateful for the support of the people from the Faith Covenant Church, including the support and spiritual leadership of Gerald Froese who helped Larry accept God's love. The family would like to thank the Palliative Care team who supported Larry in St. Boniface Hospital and in the community. Special thanks are extended to Mark Sheppard and Louis Dansereau. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of Larry's life will take place at the Faith Covenant Church, 1229 Windemere Ave. on Monday, December 13 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to building housing and provide for 25 orphaned children in Balanga/Bataan Philippines. Make donations to Cross Cultural Mission Support Ministries, 310-32025 Tims Ave., Abbotsford, BC V2T 2H3. (Tax receipts will be issued). THOMSON "IN THE PARK" FUNERAL HOME AND CEMETERY 1291 McGillivray Blvd -925-1120
JIM LAKEY
December 10, 2004
JIM LAKEY 1962 - 2004 It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Jim Lakey on December 6, 2004. You brought light to the shadow of days gone by, stirred our hearts, made us laugh, made us cry. You enriched our life in the brief time we had together and we can't thank you enough...it's a shame for us to part. You woke up this morning feeling fine, no pain, no boundaries you're free of mind. It's your chance to wake up and plan a new day; no sense in hanging around, you've got to cover ground we couldn't keep you down. Forever loved and sadly missed by your family and by all of those who knew and loved you. Funeral arrangements are in care of Chapel Lawn Funeral Home. Family service to be held later.
EVELYN LANIGAN
December 10, 2004
EVELYN EDNA LANIGAN (DAVISON) On Tuesday, December 7, 2004, surrounded by family Evelyn Lanigan passed away in the comfort of her own home as she had wished. Born August 5, 1914 in Transcona she attended Central School and married George Lanigan on July 16, 1936 in Yale Avenue Methodist Church. She was predeceased by her parents, Bob and Annie Davison; brother Bob (Doreen); and sisters, Ruby (Gerry) Stanyer, Vera (Jack) DePodesta; grandson Darren Taylor; and great-grandson Burton Reimer. She is survived by her daughters, Joan (Burton) Garner, Judy Taylor and Janice Lanigan; eight grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. She was a member of Transcona Memorial United Church U.C.W. Unit 4 and Confidence Rebekah Lodge No. 40. She was a life member of Transcona Horticultural Society and a volunteer for many years for the Cancer Society, Park Manor Personal Care Home and Meals on Wheels to name only a few. She loved gardening and in her earlier years bowling, curling and square dancing. She enjoyed being part of family gatherings for holidays and celebrations and could always be depended on to volunteer her time and energy for any event insisting that she wanted to do her share. The family wishes to thank Dr. Peter Tommy, the Rev. Jeff Cook, the staff on 7 W and 5 S at St. Boniface Hospital and her many friends for their compassion and support. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held in Transcona Memorial United Church, 209 Yale Ave. West on Saturday, December 11 at 2:00 p.m. Rev. Jeff Cook will officiate. Flowers are gratefully declined. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Oddfellow and Rebekah Memorial Eye Foundation, 4025 Roblin Blvd., Winnipeg, R3R 3V5; Hospice and Palliative Care Manitoba, 2109 Portage Ave., Winnipeg, R3J 0L3 or a favourite charity.
JOHN LETEXIER
December 10, 2004
JOHN MARIE LETEXIER May 24, 1924 - December 7, 2004 After a lengthy illness with his family by his side, it is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of John Letexier of Fisher Branch, MB, on Tuesday, December 7, 2004, at the age of 80 years. John leaves to mourn his wife, Mary of 54 years; his sons, Allen (Doreen) and Glen both of Fisher Branch; his daughters, Susan (Wade) Pickett of Airdrie, AB, Joyce Wilson of Fisher Branch and Jeannette of Winnipeg. He also leaves to mourn his grandchildren, Travis, Lynette, Stephen, Rachael, Philip, Aaron, April, Carter, Destiny; and one great-grandson, Brandon. Also survived by one brother, Ernest of Fisher Branch; and two sisters, Mina (Frank) Malenchak of Winnipeg and Helen (Bill) Vandersteen of Fisher Branch. John was predeceased by his son, Garry, in 1993; his father, Jean (John) in 1957; his mother, Jeanne in 1997; and two brothers, Victor in 1992 and Adrian in 1998. John was born May 24, 1924 in Fisher Branch, where he spent most of his life farming, drilling wells and working in the bush. A special thank you to the medical staff at the Percy E. Moore Hospital. We would also like to thank M.M.F. Hodgson Local, Frank and Florence Wilson and Wayne and Madeline Vandersteen for the food brought to the hospital for the family during his stay. Funeral service will be held at the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, Fisher Branch, MB on Saturday, December 11, 2004 at 12:30 p.m. Fr. Michael Raj Savarimuthu officiating. Interment to follow at the Roman Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Manitoba Division. Arrangements in care of Fisher Funeral Home, Fisher Branch, MB (204) 372-6271 or 372-6803.
