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MAE MATTHEWS
December 08, 2004
MAE MATTHEWS Peacefully with family by her side, on Friday December 3, 2004 at the Lions Prairie Manor, Mae Matthews of Portage la Prairie passed away at the age of 91 years. Mae was born at Amaranth, MB on July 15, 1913 to John and Agnes Lupkey. She received her education at Amaranth. A kind and loving mother she was the sole provider, raising her four children in Langruth. In the early 1960s Mae moved to Portage la Prairie, where she worked two jobs, at the Mayfair Hotel and Gordon Motor Inn. After she retired at age 72 years, she continued to live in Portage la Prairie except for two years when she lived in Winnipeg. In 1995 Mae moved to the Lions Prairie Manor where she resided until her passing. Mae truly loved people, she was very hard working, generous, compassionate-natured with a delightful sense of humour. Mae attended the First Presbyterian Church prior to her illness. Mom leaves to mourn her passing three sons, Harvey, Bruce, and Jimmy; daughter Velma; special daughter Caron Rempel; seven grandchildren and several great-grandchildren; twin sister Betty Potoroka and sister Alice Mayor; and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents, one brother Nicholas and one grandson Larry Scott Matthews. Funeral service will be held in the Chapel of the Omega Funeral Home, Portage la Prairie on Thursday, December 9 at 1:30 p.m. with the Rev. Jean Bryden officiating. Viewing will be one half hour prior to the service. Interment will follow in Hillside Cemetery. May you be happy in God's garden, And God's love around your flow, For all the happiness and humour you gave us, No one will ever know: It broke our hearts to lose you But you did not go alone, Part of us went with you The day God called you home. Thank you Mom for all the wonderful memories. We will love you forever. Our thanks and deep gratitude to all the staff at the Lions Prairie Manor for the wonderful care that was given to our Mother. Should friends so desire memorial donations may be made to the Lions Prairie Manor Foundation Inc., 24-9th St. N.E., Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 3V4. "Dedicated to those we serve".
BRUCE MILLER
December 08, 2004
THE HONOURABLE ASSOCIATE CHIEF JUDGE BRUCE HAROLD MILLER On Saturday, December 4, 2004, with his family at his side, Bruce Miller, aged 54, of Winnipeg passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. Bruce's memory will be forever celebrated and cherished by his beloved soul-mate and wife of 29 years, Peggy (nee Anderson); his two devoted sons, Scott and Ryan; mother Gloria (Miller); sisters, Lynda Bell (Jim) and Sharon Pearce (Jim); sister-in-law Helen Campbell; brother-in-law Bob Anderson (Cheryl); nieces, Jaclyn, Tannis, Danielle and nephews, Jeffery, Jonathon, Jamie, Chris, Eric; mother-in-law Emelia Anderson. He will also be remembered fondly by his longtime friend Kristjan Stefanson and many other family members, friends and colleagues. His father, Clarke, predeceased Bruce in 2000. Bruce enjoyed a lengthy career with the Manitoba Department of Justice, where he started out as a Crown Attorney, progressed to Senior Crown Attorney and in 1989 was appointed Director of Prosecutions. He was appointed a Queen's Counsel in 1990 and served as Bencher with the Law Society from 1988 until 1994 when he was appointed a Judge of the Provincial Court. The following year he was appointed an Associate Chief Judge of that court. Throughout his career, Bruce contributed generously to the legal community as a lecturer for legal training programs, where he was a popular instructor. Bruce was a dedicated family man who loved nothing more than to host large family gatherings that were typically filled with laughter and good fun. His love of sports was legendary and like his father, he had an unconditional loyalty to the Chicago Cubs. He made a significant contribution to amateur hockey in Winnipeg as well as being an avid player and coach himself. He was a member of various boards including the Assiniboine Park Hockey Association Rangers and the Manitoba Special Olympics. In addition to his focus on sports, he also enjoyed serving as a member of the Board of Directors for the Betel Heritage Foundation. A celebration of Bruce's life will be held on Wednesday, December 8 at 2:00 p.m. at Immanuel Pentecostal Church, 955 Wilkes Ave., Winnipeg. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations be made in Bruce's memory to CancerCare Manitoba Foundation Inc., Clinical Trial Program, ON1160-675 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9. NEIL BARDAL INC. 949-2200
DORIS PALAHITSKI
December 08, 2004
DORIS PALAHITSKI (nee PENZIWOL) On Saturday, December 4, 2004 at the Victoria General Hospital, Doris passed away at the age of 82 years. She will be sadly missed by her best friend, companion and dance partner, George Hemming; son Jack (Gina); grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Lorena (Jordan and Tyler), Chantel (Ethan and Joseph), Ian, Jonathan, Vincent (Barbara) Palace (Daniel and Lea) and Jason Lawson; sisters, Kay Nolan of Toronto and Anne Pomeranski of Fraserwood; special nieces and nephew, Ruth and George Smith of Winnipeg and Annette from Toronto; as well as numerous other relatives and friends. Doris was predeceased by her spouse Paul in 1982; sons, Richard in 1968 and Paul in 2003; and sisters, Mary Kuch and Teenie Traskowski. Doris was a generous and loving mother and grandmother. She raised three sons and in 1964 went to work at McLeod's, where she remained as a bookkeeper until her retirement. Doris was involved in many of the Holy Family's Church activities. She belonged to a Senior Citizens' group and never missed a dance. Doris loved dancing, gardening, flowers and shared many of her plants with family and friends. Her yard was immaculate with colourful flower beds which passersby often admired. She spent her last days with courage, dignity, strength and her faith in God and George at her side. Prayers will be sung on Friday, December 10 at 7:00 p.m. in the Holy Family Ukrainian Catholic Church, 1001 Grant Ave. Divine Liturgy will be celebrated on Saturday, December 11 at 10:00 a.m. also in the church with Rev. Fr. Mark Gnutel officiating. Interment will follow in Green Acres Cemetery, Hwy. No. 1 East at Navin Road. Pallbearers are grandsons, Jonathan and Ian Palahitski and Jason Lawson; and nephews, Wayne and Gary Palahitski, and Dave Pomeranski. Our family would like to thank mom's neighbour Ray, who helped her with many of the yard endeavours over the years and to the staff of Unit 5 North at the Victoria General Hospital for their kindness and good care, as well special thanks to Rev. Fr. Mark Gnutel for his spiritual support. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, family request that donations in Doris' memory may be made to the Holy Family Parish for the Elevator Fund. WOJCIK'S ALL BELIEFS & FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665
IRENE RAFNKELSSON
December 08, 2004
IRENE RAFNKELSSON Irene Rafnkelsson, of Killarney, formerly of Lundar, MB, passed away peacefully on December 4, 2004 at the age of 87 years. Irene was predeceased by her husband, John, in 1984. She is survived by her son, Eric (Jan), Ninette; daughter Linda (Mel) Williamson, Blind Bay, BC; and grandchildren, Becky Rafnkelsson, Winnipeg; Amy (Clint) Heath, Souris; Leanne (Dave) Hillsdon, Langley, BC; Todd (Erin) Williamson, Texas; Marnie (Dave) White, Calgary. Irene was Great-Grandma Raffi to Christian, Sarah and Noah Hillsdon, Iain and Eleanor Williamson, and Abby Heath. Also surviving are Irene's sisters, Rita Skagfeld, Henriette Beaudin; sisters-in-law, Betty Tetu, Ragna Foss, Kay Rafnkelsson, special friend, Jean Skagfeld, and many nieces and nephews. Irene lived in the Lundar area for over 60 years before moving to Lakeview Gardens in Killarney in December 2002 where she received loving care and attention from Heather and Don Andrews and staff. Funeral service will be held at the Lundar Lutheran Church on Friday, December 10 at 2:00 p.m. In memory of Irene, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Arnason Funeral Home of Ashern in care of arrangements.
HILDA ROBB
December 08, 2004
HILDA ROBB (nee FARMER) October 10, 1917 - December 5, 2004 Peacefully with her daughters by her side, our mom, Gwendoline Hilda Robb passed away at the Grace Hospital at the age of 87 years. Mom will be forever loved and remembered by her daughters, Lani and Alene; grand-children, Gina, Lesley and Blake; great-grandchildren, Christopher, Brandan, Kearra and Aaliyah; brother Sid Farmer; nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Mom was predeceased by her beloved husband Arthur Allen Robb in 1978. Mom was born in Winnipeg and was employed at Eaton's before her marriage to Dad in 1947. They had 31 happy years together. Mom's greatest love and joy in life was taking care of her family. Special thanks to the staff at the Grace General Hospital for their wonderful care and support. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 9 at 1:00 p.m. in St. James Anglican Church, 195 Collegiate (at Portage Avenue). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Winnipeg Humane Society, 5 Kent Rd., Winnipeg, MB R3A 1S1. "We Love You Mom" THOMSON "IN THE PARK" FUNERAL HOME AND CEMETERY 1291 McGillivray Blvd - 925-1120
KAREN RUSSON
December 08, 2004
KAREN LYNN RUSSON On Monday, December 6, 2004, Karen died at the Seven Oaks General Hospital, at the age of 57 years. Karen's funeral arrangements are pending and a longer obituary notice will follow. WOJCIK'S ALL BELIEFS & FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665
VICTOR TEMPLE
December 08, 2004
VICTOR TEMPLE Victor's passing on December 6, 2004, in his 85th year at the Kildonan Personal Care Home is greatly mourned by his loving children and their spouses, Vic (Carol), New York; Walley (Doreen), Calgary; Valerie (Jim), Toronto; Ken (Kris), California. Vic was predeceased by his loving wife, Marna, in 1998 after 55 years of marriage. He was very proud of his 10 wonderful grandchildren who will remember him fondly, Shannon, Merilee, Karen, Tom, Lara, Claire, Phil, Martha, Keith and Connie. Great-granddaughter, Hannah Sue, thrilled him in recent times. Vic's family included four siblings. Born in Winnipeg, he was predeceased by his parents, John and Zita; his dear sister, Alice; and his two brothers, Albert and Wilfrid. His loving sister, Rita, resides in Campbell River, B.C. In Winnipeg, Vic enjoyed the company of his nieces and nephews, Marilyn, Leanne and Leonard, and was very fortunate during his illness to be blessed with continuous loving attention from his niece Eileen (Fred) and nephew Richard. It was thanks to their devotion that Vic's children were happy with his decision to remain in his hometown. Vic's brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law and their families, his Wildwood Park friends and special family friend, Ali Vince, will feel the absence of his unique qualities. A 1942 graduate of the University of Manitoba (Bachelor of Commerce), Vic joined the R.C.A.F. as a navigation instructor in Rivers, MB, until the end of the war, whereupon he attended the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor) for a Masters Degree in Arts. He then took up a position at the Great West Life where he spent his entire 35 year career in various capacities. In addition to being a devoted husband and proud father, Vic's other interests included keeping in touch with his far-flung family, the outdoors and mind challenges. His energies were occupied by visiting his children, gardening, cross-country skiing, cycling, curling, hiking, camping, swimming. Vic enjoyed attending concerts by the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, the Manitoba Theatre Centre, listening to his CDs, playing bridge, reading and completing the daily word puzzles from the newspaper. Vic was an enthusiastic resident of Wildwood Park for 57 years until March, 2003. He and Marna participated in many volunteer activities in their neighborhood. Vic was a volunteer driver for 10 years with Meals on Wheels and assisted with preparation for the annual Children's Hospital Book Market. He was also a generous contributor to numerous charities. Vic's family wishes to thank the wonderful staff of the First Floor of the Kildonan Personal Care Home where he was a resident for 14 months. Their support and caring for Vic, and their accessibility to family, were greatly appreciated. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, December 10 at Fort Garry United Church at 800 Point Rd., with the Rev. Dr. Gordon Taylor officiating. In lieu of flowers, those who wish to donate in Vic's memory may consider the Alzheimer's Society of Manitoba, 120 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB R3C 4G2, UNICEF, 535 Academy Rd., Winnipeg, MB R3N 0E2 or Fort Garry United Church, 800 Point Rd., Winnipeg, MB R3T 3L9. NEIL BARDAL INC. 949-2200
