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ANTHONY KOLT
August 28, 2004
ANTHONY THOMAS KOLT On Friday, August 20th, 2004 with his family at his side, at the Concordia Hospital, Tony went to his final reward. Tony was born June 13, 1920 in Winnipeg. He is survived by his daughter Sandra (Bill) and grandchildren Farah and Bill Jr. (Debbie). He was predeceased by his parents Thomas and Antonina, wife Katherine, sister Adele and son Gerald. Tony was employed by the CPR, working his way up to a locomotive engineer, when he found his calling as an automotive salesman at Winnipeg Motor Products. He eventually became Used Car Sales Manager. He also worked for Gateway Chev, Carter Motors and McNaught Motors from where he retired. He attained many awards, recognizing his sales prowess over the years. Memorial Service in commemoration of his life will be held on Sunday, August 29th, 2004, at 3:30 pm at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street. Private interment will take place at a later date. Cropo Funeral Chapel 586-8044
TED KRUSELNICKI
August 28, 2004
TED KRUSELNICKI August 24, 1928 - August 24, 2004 It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Ted, our beloved husband, father and grandfather, on Tuesday, August 24, 2004 at the age of 76 years. Ted will be forever missed by his loving wife Mildred, of 53 years of marriage; son Peter (Karen); daughters, Pat (Digby), Kathy (Bruce), Susan (Rich) and Jane (Doug); grandchildren, Brett (Jolene), Tara, Thomas, Amy, James, Julie, Michael and James; as well as one sister Stella. Dad led a full life enjoying family gatherings. He was especially proud of his children and grandchildren. In his retirement years, dad and mom enjoyed each other's time together, especially their little jaunts to the States. A celebration of Ted's life will be held on Tuesday, August 31 at 10:30 a.m. in St. John Cantius Church, 846 Burrows Ave. Our family would like to thank the staff at Seven Oaks and St. Boniface Hospitals for all their kindness and care during dad's stay. Special thanks to Firehall No. 16 Platoon 4 for their quick response and compassion at a difficult time. WOJCIK'S ALL BELIEFS & FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665
FRERE LANGLOIS
August 28, 2004
FRERE LUCIEN LANGLOIS c.s.v. (1905 - 2004) Brother Langlois, Cleric of Saint Viator, passed away in Joliette, QC, on August 13, 2004. Born in Saint-Medard de Warwick, QC on June 25, 1905, Brother Langlois pronounced his first vows on January 6, 1934. In 1938, he was appointed at St.-Joseph College in Otterburne, MB, where he worked for over 40 years before moving back to Quebec in 1979. There he worked for 20 years in Rigaud before moving to the Community infirmary in 1999 at the age of 94. Prayers were held on Sunday evening, August 15 and the funeral mass at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, August 16 at the Provincial House in Montreal, followed by interment in the Community cemetery in Rigaud.
JAMES LINDSAY
August 28, 2004
JAMES SPEIRS LINDSAY Jimmy passed away peacefully at the Health Sciences Centre, August 24, 2004. Jimmy is survived by his wife Jean of 55 years; three daughters and six granddaughters, Gail Schroeder (Wayne), Heather Millar (Ken), Cheryl Trottier; Alanna, Ashley, Erica, Chantal, Christiane and Melanie all of Calgary; sister Jenny; brother-in-law Bill Pert; John Topp (Cathy) Bob Topp (Alice) and Doug. He was predeceased by son-in-law Eugene Trottier in 1999. Jimmy was born in Winnipeg October 26, 1925. He was a Second World War Veteran, serving in the Royal Winnipeg Rifles in the theatre of war in Europe. Jimmy's wish was to be cremated. A graveside service will be held in the Veterans Section in Brookside Cemetery on Tuesday, August 31 at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Children's Wish Foundation, 303 - 1 Wesley Ave., Winnipeg R3C 4C6. "May you now Jimmy, find Eternal Peace" THOMSON FUNERAL HOME 669 Broadway 1-204-925-1120
LILLIAN MacKENZIE
August 28, 2004
LILLIAN GERTRUDE MacKENZIE Peacefully, with family by her side, Lillian Gertrude MacKenzie passed away at the Grace Hospital on Monday, August 23, 2004. Left to cherish her memory are her sister Audrey Read of Winnipeg; and her brother Douglas MacKenzie and sister-in-law Pat of Los Angeles, CA; nephews Gary Read (Helen), Gord MacKenzie (Debbie), Ken MacKenzie, Byron MacKenzie (Barb); nieces, Leilani Chubb (Ron), Diane Kelk (Alan), Patti Reed (Steve) and numerous great-nieces and nephews. Lillian was the second daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Whitford MacKenzie. She was born and educated in Winnipeg, graduating with a B.A. from the University of Manitoba, R.N. Diploma from Royal Victoria Hospital in Montreal, certificate of Public Health from McGill, and an M.A. from Columbia University New York. Lillian spent 35 years as Director of Nursing for the Winnipeg Health Department. Lillian was a very private lady who took great pride in her family. Her humour and graciousness will be missed. The family wish to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at the Grace Hospital for the excellent care they provided. Also, a thank you to the staff at the Wellington for all their services and kindness. As per Lillian's wishes, there will be no formal service but a reception will be held at the Wellington, 3161 Grant Ave. on Monday, August 30 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. A private family interment in planned for a later date. Flowers are gratefully declined and we respectfully ask that you make a contribution to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice. THOMSON "IN THE PARK" FUNERAL HOME AND CEMETERY 1291 McGillivray Blvd. 1-877-230-0438
BERTHA MADDEN
August 28, 2004
BERTHA MADDEN (nee BOURASSA) Bertha Madden died suddenly on Tuesday, August 24, 2004 from heart complications at her home in St. Francois Xavier. Bertha was born July 11, 1938, the eldest of five children born to Romeo and Simone Bourassa of Sherbrooke, PQ. Bertha qualified as a Registered Nurse from Sherbrooke Hospital in 1957; as a Flight Nurse with the RCAF in 1959 and as an Operating Room nurse in 1964 from Vancouver General Hospital. She served as a Nursing Sister with the RCAF for seven years and while with them, was involved in Medivac - Emergency Medical Work out of Edmonton. Just prior to leaving the RCAF, she served as an OR nurse at the Military Hospital in Ottawa, where she met and married her husband Dave Madden. Bertha moved to Winnipeg with her family in 1967 and continued to work within the medical system of Manitoba. She worked short periods at Oakview Manor and at Deer Lodge Hospital and her primary work was in the Emergency Wards of Grace Hospital and, especially, the Health Science Center from where she retired in 1994. After retiring she delighted in her RN position in the medical unit of Headingly Correctional Institute. Bertha enjoyed her work as a nurse and at the time of her death she was employed in term position at Grace Hospital and Deer Lodge Hospital. Bertha is survived by her husband Dave Madden; her two sons and their families, Dave, wife Deneen, Jaren and Ryler of Ile des Chenes, MB and Jean Pierre, wife Aileen, Caitlin and Julia Madden of Manchester, England and her four siblings, Richard, Claudette, William and Maxim and their families of Sherbrooke, PQ. Funeral liturgy for Bertha, presided by Msgr. Maurice Commeault, will be at Blessed John XXIII Parish (Assiniboia Christian Center - 3390 Portage Ave.) on Monday, August 30 at 2:30 p.m. Her remains will be cremated and her ashes will be buried in the Catholic Cemeteries on West Portage (Assumption). In lieu of flowers, in remembrance of Bertha, donations can be given to Winnipeg Harvest, 1985 Winnipeg Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3E 0S2. KNYSH FUNERAL CHAPEL 582-0973
GERARD MARTIN
August 28, 2004
GERARD GEORGE MARTIN On August 24, 2004, at his residence, Gerard passed away at the age of 62 years. Cremation has taken place and the interment of the cremated remains will take place at a later date in Timmins, ON. The Desjardins funeral Chapel in care of arrangements 233-4949; toll free 1-888-233-4949.
