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JILL ROWE
August 23, 2004
JILL LOREE ROWE August 16, 1958 - August 21, 2004 After a lengthy illness with ALS, Jill left this world to be promoted to Guardian Angel to lovingly watch over all those she holds so dear. Jill is survived by her three precious children, Monte, Dustie and Riki; and by her children's father Brian Rodeck; her parents and her three brothers and families. Supportive during these difficult years were Jill's many friends and former coworkers. Jill, along with family and friends would like to thank home care for their excellent care. A special thank you to the St. Boniface Palliative Care Ward for the kindness and patience they bestowed on Jill during her stay with them. Grace Hospice was a great relief for Jill and many thanks to their wonderful staff for making her feel like she was home to stay. Jill graduated from Oak Park High School in 1976, then from the University of Manitoba, School of Social Work. Jill held several employment positions both prior to and following her degree. She taught swimming lessons at the Sargent Park Pool while attending university. Following graduation Jill sought employment at Villa Rosa, St. Amant Centre, Samuel Burland School and finally her greatest passion, with Winnipeg Child and Family Services. Jill spent the majority of her adult life as "mom", being home and caring for her three "SHINING STARS" who were the centre of her universe. She enjoyed many activities and field trips with her children in their early years. The children never lacked for their mom. When Jill wasn't taking her children to everything Winnipeg had to offer she was volunteering as her boys "Beaver" leader, her daughter's Brownie leader and attending every sporting event they were interested in. Jill's hopes for her children have always included love, health, happiness, independence and success in whatever direction life's path led them. She was always so very proud of all their hard work and accomplishments. TO MY CHILDREN Be weak for awhile if you must Let the tears come of what should have been... Be as proud of yourselves as I am of you Be as strong as I know you can be Go on with your lives with determination and strength Be the best that I know you can be... Time passes quickly, life is so short... We'll soon be together..you'll see Feel my arms around you always... And believe you are truly loved. Special thanks to WCFS for the benefit social held in Jill's honour which generously provided her lift chair, walker, electric wheelchair and family Orlando trip. Thanks especially to all her special friends for all of their support, encouragement, love, kindness and concern during Jill's difficult life journey. "Thanks for sticking it out till the end with me". A celebration of Jill's life will be held at the Windsor Park United Church, 1062 Autumnwood Dr., Wednesday, August 25 at 3:00 p.m. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, Jill has requested that donations be made to the Children's Wish Foundation, the Rainbow Society or The ALS Society of Manitoba. I LOVE YOU ALL...... JILL
EDWIN SMITH
August 23, 2004
EDWIN HENRY SMITH On Friday, August 20, 2004 at the Seven Oaks Hospital, Edwin Smith, aged 71 years of Beaconia, MB, beloved husband of Lila. Prayers will be held on Tuesday, August 24 at 7:00 p.m. in the Gilbart Funeral Chapel, Selkirk. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 25 at 2:00 p.m. in the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Selkirk. Interment to follow in Balsalm Bay Cemetery. Full obituary to follow in Tuesday's edition. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk, in care of arrangements.
HELEN SUTYLA
August 23, 2004
HELEN SUTYLA (nee BONKOWSKI) Peacefully on Wednesday, August 18, 2004 at the Tudor House Personal Care Home in Selkirk, MB, Helen passed away at the age of 83 years with her family by her side. Helen was born on March 16, 1921 in Ledwyn, MB. She was predeceased by her parents, Thomas (Tomko) in 1970 and Annie in 1922; her beloved husband Andrew on January 9, 1986; her daughter Marjorie on February 1, 1949; her brothers, Frank, Walter and Carl; and her sister Mary Obedzinski. Mom is survived by her loving children, sons, Philip (Janice), Donnie (Linda) and Jerry (Eileen) and daughters, Annette (Lawrence Feilberg) and Gail Larson (Lou); her grandchildren, Mark (Anita), Leanne, Jill (Kelly), Crystal (Nick) and Gregory; Cary (Tanya), Nicole (Alan), Barbi-Dee; Shannon, Kyle (Lindsey); Farrell (Tegan), Lori-Ann (Trevor), Lorella (Tim), Robin (Charles); and Ole; and eight great-grandchildren, Taylor, Jordan, Nicolas, Wyatt, Brogan, Silas, William and Abbey. Helen also leaves to mourn her passing her sister Tillie Obach and her special friend Eirikur Dahl. Helen and Andrew were married on October 2, 1938 in Ledwyn, MB. They later moved to God's Lake with their three children, until the tragic death of their daughter Marjorie. It was then that Mom and Dad, along with sons Philip and Donnie moved to Progress, MB. There they were blessed with three more children. Mom and Dad farmed the land until 1976 when dad retired. Mom loved cooking and gardening and continued to do so until 1985 when ill health forced them to move to the Icelandic River Lodge in Riverton. After Dad's passing, Mom remained living at the lodge until December 2002. That is where she met a good friend Eirikur Dahl and enjoyed spending many years together with him. Mom enjoyed playing cards, especially whist, carpet bowling and bingo. She liked listening to Nestor Pestor and of course Ann Murray. She also loved to hear a good joke. Mom moved to the Tudor House Personal Care Home in Selkirk on December 20, 2002. She continued to play bingo and of course win. She also enjoyed peeling potatoes there. The family would like to thank the doctor, nurses and staff at the Tudor House Personal Care Home for the excellent care they provided. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 24 at St. Philip Neri Roman Catholic Church, Arborg, MB. Viewing will be held one half hour prior to the service. Fr. Michael Raj Savarimuthu will officiate. Interment will follow at St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Ledwyn, MB. Her grandsons will be her pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Vichnaya Pam'yat. Arborg (MacKenzie) Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
IRENE ZATONSKI
August 23, 2004
IRENE ZATONSKI July 11, 1919 - August 18, 2004 On a blustery day five stories below heaven, Irene gusted into Mother Mary's waiting arms at the age of 85. Irene was predeceased by her husband Tadeusz (Ted) July 18, 1983. She will be greatly missed by her daughter Jeannette (Jojo) and son Richard; grandsons, Lee (Cindy) and Kyle (Nicole); granddaughters, Deanna and Tia; great-grandsons, Zachary, Rayne, Ethan; great-granddaughters, Charly and Kaylie; one sister Maria; her children, Zbig (Anna) and Henia; grandchildren, Monica, Jessica and Candace; also many dear relatives and friends, Tami and Pamela. We lost a very strong lady who survived the horrors of the Second World War, but succumbed to the terror of cancer. She was born in Lodz, Poland; there she lost her parents and five brothers and sisters. After the war she settled in Winnipeg where she met her Ted and married. They raised their children in the North End. Irene was an excellent cook who honed her culinary skills in the Winnipeg Airport Restaurant for thirty years. Her meals were legendary at home and at work. Baby Uhma loved babies and bingo and was lucky at both. Her friends were many and complaints were few. Grams was a loving lady who gave all she could to all she loved. Special thanks to Dr. Finlayson and the great staff from the 5th floor at Seven Oaks Hospital and also to the other caregivers involved. Prayers will be said on Tuesday, August 24 at 8:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 25 at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Ghost Roman Catholic Church, 341 Selkirk Avenue with an Oblate Father officiating. Interment to follow in Holy Ghost Cemetery. Pallbearers are Joey Szor, Cory Campbell, J.C. Campbell, David Orvis, Larry Monkman and Jean-Louis Charbonneau. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
ROBERT BEGGS
August 21, 2004
ROBERT MELVIN BEGGS Suddenly, on Monday, August 16, 2004, Robert passed away in his sleep, at his residence, at the age of 60 years. Left to cherish his memory are his many friends and relatives who knew him as a great orator, teacher, philosopher, historian and someone who loved to ham it up. Robert was born on April 8, 1944, in Winnipeg and resided in Winnipeg most of his life. He was employed at CKY Television for 20 years, where many good times and friends were made. During his retirement years, Robert worked at Parkwest Shopping Centre, where he enjoyed the camaraderie with his friends and co-workers. On Wednesday, August 25 at 10:30 a.m., Robert's funeral service will be held in Westwood Community Church, 401 Westwood Dr. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Robert's memory may be made to the Sunshine Fund, 194-A Sherbrook St., Winnipeg, MB R3C 2B7, as he was a great admirer of this organization. WOJCIK'S ALL BELIEFS & FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665
EDWARD BERARD
August 21, 2004
EDWARD BERARD Peacefully on August 19, 2004, after a courageous battle with cancer Edward Berard passed away at the Seven Oaks Hospital at the age of 70 years. He is survived by his beloved wife Eve Anna; children, Roseanna, Theresia (Tony), Edward (Nelly); six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two brothers; and three sisters. He will be greatly missed and always remembered. Edward was a member of the Winnipeg Rifles and served his country overseas from 1948 to 1952. He worked many years at the Air Canada Maintenance Department. Memorial service, 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 25 at Bardal Funeral Home, 843 Sherbrook St., Winnipeg, MB. God put his arms around you, And lifted you to rest, God's garden must be beautiful He takes only the best. Bardal Funeral Home and Crematorium 843 Sherbrook Street, 774-7474 Ample Parking Behind Funeral Home Condolences www.bardal.ca
PAUL BERGER
August 21, 2004
PAUL BERGER January 6, 1923 - August 10, 2004 Our beloved husband, father and zaida passed away peacefully at the Sharon Home at the age of 81 years, after a lengthy illness. He is survived by his wife, Eva; daughters, Yvette Berger and Sharon (Charles) Eisbrenner; son Lindsay (Aileen) Berger and grandsons, Simon and Adam Eisbrenner. Paul was born in Lvov, Poland (Lemberg). He was taken to a Russian work camp at the age of 16, when the Second World War started and joined the Red Army two years later. His mechanical inclination led to his occupations as a mechanic and a driver. He drove trucks, tanks and later a staff car for his colonel. Paul and Eva came to Winnipeg in 1950 and considered Winnipeg a paradise compared to war-ravaged Europe. He bought a truck as soon as he could, and quickly earned a living buying and selling scrap metal and later selling fruits and vegetables in rural Manitoba. His natural friendliness and gift for languages earned him many loyal customers amongst the farmers, as he could talk with them in their own language, whether English, Polish, Ukrainian, Russian, German, French or Yiddish. During the winters, he would cut leather in Winnipeg's bustling garment industry, and later he made this a full time career. He worked at Rice Sportswear and later as the building manager at the Monash Manor. He was active in the General Monash Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion. Paul made friends easily, and up until a few months ago, he was still meeting and remembering friends from 25 or 30 years ago. He had an incredible joie de vivre, and was passionate about world affairs, politics and especially events in Israel. He was willing and able to argue with exuberant intelligence about almost any topic. Even though the Second World War cut his formal education short, he made up for it by always having his nose buried in a book, magazine or newspaper. He instilled a love of learning and intellectual pursuit in his children. He was kind, playful, passionate and fearless and had many other good qualities too numerous to mention. Paul's family would like to thank the kind and compassionate staff of the Sharon Home, who made a difficult time easier to bear. Flowers are gratefully declined, and we respectfully ask that you make a contribution to a charity of your choice. We love you and miss you, Dad.
