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ALFRED SANFORD
August 14, 2004
ALFRED GEORGE SANFORD On Thursday, August 12, 2004, at the Concordia Hospital, Alfred passed away at the age of 88 years. A longer obituary notice will follow. WOJCIK'S ALL BELIEFS & FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665
ELSE SCHAEFER
August 14, 2004
ELSE (ELSIE) SCHAEFER (nee PAULEY) Memorial service will be held on Thursday, August 19, 2004 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 2528 King Edward St., (at Inkster Boulevard) Winnipeg, MB at 2:30 p.m. Our beloved mother passed away June 17, 2004 in Nanaimo, BC. Cremation has taken place.
ALEXANDER SHIELS
August 14, 2004
ALEXANDER HENDERSON SHIELS It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Alex at home, on Wednesday, August 11, 2004 at the age of 86. He is survived by sons, Roderick and Fergus (Sally); and grandchildren, David, Robyn and Angela. Dad was predeceased by his wife Olga in 2001 and daughter Morag in 2003. Alex was born in Glasgow, Scotland in 1918. He started his working life in the hotel industry before joining Franco British Electric Signs. Except for service with the British Army (R.E.M.E) during the war, dad remained with Franco as manager of installations for Southern England, including London, until the family immigrated to Canada in 1961. Upon his arrival in Winnipeg, Alex worked at several endeavours until he joined Belle Signs as a partner. He worked hard until his retirement to make Belle the best commercial sign company in the city. Alex was a member of Red River Lodge No.172 and Khartum Temple. He joined the Khartum Komedians and spent many happy hours in makeup as "Jocko" spreading mirth and merriment far and wide. Dad leaves us to join his beloved wife and daughter. In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place and will be followed by a private family interment. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Shrine Sneaker Fund in care of Khartum Temple, 1155 Wilkes Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3P 1B9.
RAHEL SISHAW
August 14, 2004
RAHEL SISHAW Rahel's funeral service will be held this morning, Saturday, August 14 at 10:00 a.m. in the Living Gospel Church, 520 William Ave. Interment will follow in Assumption Cemetery, 3990 Portage Ave. WOJCIK'S ALL BELIEFS & FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665
JACK SKAVINSKI
August 14, 2004
JACK SKAVINSKI In loving memory of Jack Skavinski, who passed away peacefully Sunday morning August 8, 2004, in Victoria at the age of 73 years. Survived by his loving wife Rolanda of 49 years; son Perry (Diane) of Winnipeg; daughter Tamara of Abbotsford and extended family and friends. Jack was a wonderful family man, and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. A memorial service was held Thursday, August 12 at 2:00 p.m. at First Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1155 Fort St. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jack's name to Victoria Hospice Society, 1952 Bay St., Victoria, BC V8R 1J8.
HELEN SMITH
August 14, 2004
HELEN SMITH (nee Kshywiecki) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, grand-mother, sister, mother-in-law and aunt Helen Smith on August 7, 2004 at the age of 81. Helen passed away at the Winnipegosis-Mossey River Personal Care Home where she had resided for the past four years. Helen was born in Dauphin, MB on April 7, 1923. She resided in the Pulp River District until her marriage to Alex Smith in 1948, then resided in the Village of Winnipegosis, MB. Helen will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her children, Peter (Sylvia) Smith, Ernie (Marliss) Smith, Mary Sokulski, Rosalie (Willie) Bornn, Loretta (Gordon) Dyck, Barb Smith and Al Smith; grandchildren, Steven, Gerald, Grant and Gordon Smith, Juanita Davis, Kathleen Sokulski, Richard Bornn, Allison and Angela Dyck, Brian and Erin Plesh and Alexander Smith; great-grandchildren, James, Shelby, Jamie, Kayla, Kirsten, Zoe, Anastasia and Ayden; brothers and sisters, Jean (John) Matwee, Tony (Marion), Anne (Mike) Chrupalo, Joanne (Ken) Baker, Walter (Dolores), Albert (Eleanor), Adeline (Peter) Pelypiw, Frances (Jim) Mansell; many nieces and nephews, extended family and friends including her companion cat "Sweetie". Helen was predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Marie; her brother Frank; her son-in-law Ken; her nephews, Terry and Vaughn and her husband Alex in 1998. Helen will be remembered for her generosity and hospitality to everyone who touched her life. She loved to cook, bake, garden, pick berries and mushrooms, make pickles, wine and jam and share the fruits of her labour with her family and friends. Anyone who visited her never left hungry or empty-handed. "Baba's house" was a very special place especially for the grandchildren who were spoiled with endless treats. Helen loved to read, play cards and bingo, share pots of coffee and listen to all the happening events on CKDM Radio. A viewing was held at the Sneath-Strilchuk Funeral Chapel on Friday, August 13 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 14 at 2:00 p.m. from the Holy Ascension Ukrainian Catholic Church in Winnipegosis, MB with Rt. Rev. Msgr. Mitrat Michael Buyachok officiating. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery. Crossbearer will be Alexander Smith, Cantor will be Holly Hryhoruk and the Eulogist will be Ernie Smith. Floral tributes gratefully declined, however donations in memory of Helen may be made to the Winnipegosis-Mossey River Personal Care Home, in care of Winnipegosis and District Health Centre, P.O. Box 280, Winnipegosis, MB R0L 2G0. The family would like to THANK all the staff at the Winnipegosis-Mossey River Personal Care Home for your kindness and excellent care given to Helen over the past four years. Helen suffered from Alzheimer's Disease and caring for her on an ongoing basis was difficult at times but, the staff were always loving and understanding towards her needs. "DEATH IS NOTHING AT ALL; IT DOES NOT COUNT' "I HAVE ONLY SLIPPED AWAY INTO THE NEXT ROOM" "BLESSED ARE THEY THAT MOURN, "FOR THEY SHALL BE COMFORTED" "VICHNYA PAMYAT" The Sneath-Strilchuk Funeral Service has care of the funeral arrangements.
ABRAHAM STERN
August 14, 2004
ABRAHAM STERN July 31, 1924 - August 11, 2004 Peacefully on Wednesday, August 11, 2004, Abraham passed away at Concordia Hospital. Abraham was a loving and caring husband and father who will be remembered for his laughter and wisdom. Abraham will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 17 years, Queenie (Linnette) Stern; his children, James (Janelle) Williams and Hannah (Ian) Hinds; his sister Jenny (Hirshbaum) and brother Jack Stern; other nieces and nephews. An interment service will be held on Sunday, August 15 at Rosh Pina Memorial Park, 2795 Main St. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Cancer Society.
JOHN STRAKER
August 14, 2004
M. JOHN C. STRAKER Peacefully, surrounded by his family, John Straker, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away on August 10, 2004 at the St. Boniface Hospital at the age of 82 years. John is survived by Jean, his wife of 60 years; and his children, Ray (Mary), David (Ethel), Cathy (Laurence) Ledoyen, all of Winnipeg, Peter (Donnie) of Toronto, Dianne (Roy) Kleibl of Qualicum Beach, BC; grandchildren, Dr. Andrea Battison-Mills (Doug) of Prince Edward Island, Heather (fiance Matt), Leanne, Jamie, Tobi, and Charmaine Straker, and Kyle Ledoyen, all of Winnipeg, Jacob and Malcolm Straker, Toronto, Aaron and Dana Kleibl, Qualicum Beach; and great-grandchildren, Derrick, Joshua, and Shaylynn. John is also survived by his sister-in-law Edith Straker; nephews, Chris, Nigel, Andrew and Paul Straker, Ralph and Michael McNalty, all of Bristol, England. John was predeceased by his brother Tony, sister June, brother-in-law Ted McNalty, and niece Rosemary Patterson, all of Bristol, England. John was born in Bristol, England on January 16, 1922, the youngest son of the late Jim and Winn Straker. John came to Canada under the air training plan in 1942. He met Jean and they married in 1944. John was a Gunner Instructor in Mon Jolie and Picton. He returned to England in 1944 as a rear air gunner in the Wellington Bombers for the R.A.F. John and Jean returned to Canada in 1949. John worked for Randall's and Canadian Comstock. He joined the inspection branch of the City of Winnipeg in 1961, retiring in 1984 as Chief Inspector of Existing Buildings. In the 1950s John started his involvement with soccer in Manitoba by coaching and refereeing at Orioles Community Club and with the "Bluebirds". He served on the executive of the Manitoba Minor Soccer Association as President. He was a founding member of the Canadian Minor Soccer Association where he served as President for two years. John also found time to serve on the executive of the Manitoba and Canadian Soccer Associations. He was involved with soccer during the 1967 Pan Am games. In 1969 John served as a member of the Chef de Mission for the inaugural Canada Summer Games. In 1971 John was inducted into the Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame as a builder and in 1977 he was awarded the Queen's Jubilee Medal for his contributions to the sport. The family wishes to thank the staff of 5A at the St. Boniface Hospital for their care and concern. Thanks also to Fr. Timothy for his kindness and words of compassion. Always loved, always to be remembered. In lieu of flowers, donations to the MB Lung Association, 629 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3A 1P9 or St. Andrews on the Red, in care of Rev. S. Sharman, St. Andrews Rectory, 374 River Rd., St. Andrews, MB R1A 2Y1 would be appreciated. Memorial service will be held on Monday, August 16 at 3:00 p.m.at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave. Interment and reception to follow. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE 885-9715 Family and friends are invited to sign the Book of Condolence at www.chapellawn.mb.ca.
