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DAVID BLAIR
August 21, 2004
DAVID HENRY BLAIR David Henry Blair, 81, passed away in Winnipeg, Monday, August 16, 2004 at the Victoria General Hospital after a brief illness. Born in St. John's, NL, he was the son of the late Kenmure Maitland and Anna May (Davis) Blair. He was a Second World War Veteran with the RCAF and was retired from Canada Customs. As well, he was an avid collector and reader of science fiction literature, throughout his life. He was predeceased by his brother, John and is survived by his wife, Mildred; sons, Robert (Gloria) and Donald of Winnipeg; daughter Anne (Ron Cutler) of Halifax and grandchildren, Joshua, Rachel, Elizabeth, Victoria and Stephen. Cremation has taken place. Private service and burial of ashes to follow at a later date in St. John's, NL. Condolences may be sent to Voyage Funeral Home, 1531 Pembina Hwy., Winnipeg, MB R2L 0L4 or voyage@mts.net.
AUGUSTIN BOISSINOT
August 21, 2004
AUGUSTIN BOISSINOT On August 7, 2004, Augustin Boissinot passed away at the St. Norbert Personal Care Home at the age of 77 years. Gus will be sadly missed by his sister-in-law Rose Boissinot; nephew Andy (Donna); niece Claudette Kullman (Chris); great-nephew Manny and great-nieces, Carly and Holly. He was predeceased by his parents Emanuel and Victoria (nee Carriere); and by his brother Fern. The family extends their thanks to the staff at the St. Norbert Personal Care Home for all their care and compassion with Gus. Cremation has taken place. A graveside memorial service will be held at the St. Boniface Cemetery on Archibald Street on Friday, August 27 at 11:00 a.m. Father Ron Leger will officiate. LECLAIRE BROTHERS in care of arrangements. 775-2220.
JOHN BURROWS
August 21, 2004
JOHN A. DUNLOP BURROWS (JACK) December 16, 1912 - August 17, 2004 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Jack at Victoria General Hospital at age 91. He was predeceased by his dear wife Rhoda; two sisters, Jean of Winnipeg, Mihaile of Ontario; his parents, Janet and Andrew. Jack will be lovingly remembered by niece Lee MacLeod (Don) of Ontario; great-nephews, Ross and Alex; nephew Lon Palmer of Ontario; nephew Barry Hemenway of New Westminster, BC; lifelong friends, Beryl McDiarmid and Geraldine Lane of Winnipeg, Ralph McDiarmid (Lynn) and family of Victoria, BC, Chris Lane (Connie) and family of Regina, SK. He was employed by both the CPR and CNR as an accountant. He enjoyed attending with his longtime friend Jim McDiarmid the year's annual reunion of former employees of the CPR's Royal Alexandra Hotel. Jack will always be remembered for his sense of humour, infectious laugh, phenomenal memory and his beautiful singing voice. The family and Geraldine Lane extend their heartfelt thanks and appreciation to Dr. M. Jain for her compassion and caring. Cremation has taken place. Interment will take place at a later date. If friends so desire donations may be made to CNIB, the Humane Society or a charity of choice. THOMSON FUNERAL HOME 669 Broadway 1-877-230-0438
DAN CHRISTOPHERSEN
August 21, 2004
DAN CHRISTOPHERSEN It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Dan Christophersen on August 14, 2004 at his home in Edmonton, AB at the age of 74. Dan was born and raised in Winnipeg and attended Greenway and General Wolfe Schools. He was a lifelong barbershopper and enjoyed entertaining and performing with his quartet "The Unbalanced Four" across Canada, the U.S. and Hawaii. A master carpenter and a skilled craftsman he could build and fix everything. He worked as a building inspector for the Alberta Government until his retirement. Dan loved golf and will be missed by his playing partner and buddy, his nephew David Palahnuk. Predeceased by brother Earl; sisters, Ella, Alice, Lily and Betty. He will be sadly missed by his wife Carol, son Mitchell and daughter Charlotte and their families; sisters, Minna Brown of Truro, NS and Enid Gillespie of Winnipeg; and many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at the Danish Lutheran Church in Edmonton on September 10.
CHARLOTTE COOK
August 21, 2004
CHARLOTTE CHRISTIE COOK On August 18, 2004, God put his arms around our mom, Charlotte, and peacefully led her home. She is now safe and without pain in God's home, reunited with Dad. Charlotte Christie Cook (nee Chartier) was born on March 15, 1922, in Grand Rapids, MB, grew up there and lived there most of her life.Mom and Dad were married on July 24, 1939 and spent 44 happy years together. Mom worked at various jobs including Manitoba Hydro, and as a custodian at the hospital at Grand Rapids, and at a camp at Kelsey. She worked cleaning cabins at Hobb's Resort in Cross Lake and in Grand Rapids. Mom also spent many seasons in different camps trapping and fishing with her husband Neal. Mom enjoyed doing bead work, playing cards, bingo, and visiting in the neighbourhood.Charlotte was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother.She spent many hours with her "babies", the more there were, the happier she was. Her first priority was her family and making sure everyone was okay.Mom had a strong faith and was ready to meet the Lord. Mom was a longtime member of the C.W.L. and enjoyed participating in the weekly sewing meetings. Mom lived in her own home until the fall of 2000. At this time, due to her health, she then resided with Anne and Leonard. She moved to the Pinawachi Personal Care Home in Norway House for a short period. Surviving are her children, her daughters, Florence (Jack) George, Jessie (Alfred) Anderson, Anne (Leonard) Flett, Rubena (Albert) Campbell and Rose Wilkins; her sons, Raymond (Joyce), George (Ethel), William (Edna) Absolom; her sister-in-law Edith Chartier; 51 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents, Jonas and Alice Chartier; her beloved husband Neal; her oldest son Jonas; and daughter-in-law Victoria; her grandsons, Douglas Cook, Geoffrey Cook, Douglas Flett, Gordie Cook; her daughter-in-law Eva Cook; son-in-law Errol Wilkins; and great-grandson Neal Cook; her sisters, Clara (Gabe) Dorian, Angelique (Dan) Cook, Josephine (Isadore) Mercredie; her brothers, Mac Chartier and Henry Chartier. A wake service will begin on Saturday, August 21 at the Grand Rapids RC Hall, beginning at 7:00 p.m.Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, August 23 at the St. Alexander Roman Catholic Church, Grand Rapids, with Fr. Ed officiating.Interment to follow in the Grand Rapids Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Eric Cook, Andy Jacobson, Malcolm Cook, Skip (Gabe) Cook, Vincent Campbell, Lloyd Flett, Sonny McNabb, Greg Anderson, Keena Jones, Pat Cook, Randy Helgason, and Michael Cook. Crossbearers will be Angela George and Justin Anderson.Honorary pallbearers will be Preston McKay, Alice Robinson (Mrs), Suzette Mercredie, Veronica Mercredie, Winnie Gabriel, Mary Anne Ferland, Susie Mercredie, Yvonne Cook, Sally and Ian Munro, Cora and Davey Hourie, Charlotte Mercredie (Chucky), Andy Johnson, Madeline Cook, Jean Avanthay (Chick), Rose Desjarlais, Jeannie and Colin McKay. The family wishes to thank Anne and Leonard for providing a loving home for Mom during the last few years. Special thank you to Susie, Kim, Marlene, and Gladys for being there for us.Special thank you to her nieces and nephews from across the road for all the love and help they gave our mother during her lifetime.Also thanks to the staff at the nursing station in Grand Rapids, the ambulance drivers and attendants, her home care workers Mary Anne and Winnie, and the staff at 4A South Ward at the St. Boniface Hospital, Grand Rapids First Nation, doctors and staff of Norway House Hospital, the staff on the second floor at The Pas Complex, nurses and staff for the Pinawachi Care Home Norway House. Arrangements by: Arnason Funeral Homes Ltd. Ashern - Lundar 1-204-768-2072
BEATRICE COOK
August 21, 2004
BEATRICE COOK On August 18, 2004, after 57 years, Beatrice joined the angels after a lengthy illness, at the Health Sciences Centre. Beatrice was born January 26, 1947, in Cumberland House, SK. Bea will be watching over us with her son Kenny; mother Nora; and husband Walter. She will be lovingly remembered by her children and grandchildren, respectively, Sean (Michelle), Lisa (Sean), Thomas, Matthew, Josephine; Kevin (Tracy), Daphne, Courtney, Damian; Jon, Marnie, Jessica, Josh, Jason and Kenny's daughter Cheyenne; her brothers, Dennis, Jim, Frank (Barb); and sister Karen; aunts and uncles and many nieces and nephews. She will be sadly missed by her extended family the Courchenes, numerous friends and her beloved cat Spike. Bea resided at 425 Elgin Ave. since 2002 and quickly made many friends. If she wasn't home watching wrestling or babysitting her grandchildren, you'd probably find her in the neighbourhood bingo hall. When she'd win, it was always spent on her grandchildren. The family wishes to thank the staff of GH4 and GA4 at the Health Sciences Centre for respecting her wishes and taking great care of her during her many visits there. Bea was a strong willed woman who fought a long, hard battle with breast cancer which eventually spread throughout. No matter how sick she got, she made time for her grandchildren, whom she loved so dearly. A wake will be held on Monday, August 23 at 7:00 p.m. with lunch to be served at the Aboriginal Funeral Chapel, 724 Selkirk Ave. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, August 24 at 3:00 p.m., also at the chapel with Rev. Peter Flynn officiating. Interment on Wednesday, August 25 at St. Vital Cemetery. The honorary pallbearers will be Sean Settee, Kevin Settee, Jon Settee, Frank Cook, Garrett Courchene and Jimmy Christianson. In lieu of flowers, donations in Beatrice's memory may be made to the Cancer Society. ABORIGINAL FUNERAL CHAPEL 724 SELKIRK AVE.586-7700
JOHANN FRANZ
August 21, 2004
JOHANN DAVID FRANZ On August 10, 2004 after a short battle with cancer, our beloved father and Opa Johann David (Hans) Franz, aged 79, was reunited with his wife Ella, in heaven. Johann is survived by his four children, their spouses and eight grandchildren, daughter Margaret Wonko, son-in-law Ken and grandchildren, Matt, Amber and Candice; son Bill Franz, daughter-in-law Pearl (nee Debooy) and granddaughters, Jane and Anna; daughter Ingrid Pawlosky, son-in-law Richard and granddaughter Nadia; daughter Monika Franz-Lien, son-in-law Jeff and granddaughters, Andrea and Emily. He will always be remembered by his sister Margarete (Gretel) Muendt, brother-in-law Adam, and their family in Germany and Russia; mother-in-law, Amalie Rupp, in Winnipeg; sister-in-law Lydia Dyck and her husband Peter, and brother-in-law Hardy Rupp and his wife Gwen, and their families, from Mississauga, ON. He was predeceased by his wife Ella in May 2003, his father David Franz in 1944 and his mother Elisabeth Franz in 1975, as well as by four of his five siblings. Johann was born on February 24, 1925, in Andreburg, Ukraine. At the brave young age of 16, Johann left his mother and sister behind in German-occupied Ukraine, to join the German army as a translator and field messenger. He saw his mother and sister briefly in 1943, but as his family was sent to Siberia shortly thereafter, he never saw his mother again. He was reunited with his sister, Gretel, in Germany in 1993, after 50 years apart. Johann met his future wife Ella, and her family in a refugee camp in Backnang, Germany in 1947. They were married on June 10, 1950 in Winnipeg. Johann worked for 40 years as a cutter and pattern-maker with Canadian Sportswear in Winnipeg and enjoyed the multi-cultural and multi-lingual atmosphere. He was also a devoted member of First Mennonite Church in Winnipeg. He served as a deacon for 25 years, visiting the elderly and those that were ill. His pride and joy, after his children and grandchildren, was the cottage at Pinawa Bay. He also enjoyed travelling with Ella, and especially camping, boating, and fishing (in later years, with the grandchildren). A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, August 24 at 10:30 a.m. at First Mennonite Church, 922 Notre Dame Ave. at Alverstone Street. The family is grateful for the love and concern shown by friends and neighbours, and wishes to thank the nurses, doctors and staff of the Grace General Hospital 3 West, and the Grace Hospice for their wonderful care. Donations in Johann's memory may be made to the Memorial Fund of First Mennonite Church or to the Hospice fund of the Grace General Hospital Foundation. NEIL BARDAL INC. 949-2200
