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MARIE LAGACE
July 21, 2004
MARIE BERNADETTE (BERNIE) LAGACE On Monday, July 19, 2004, Bernie died at the Grace General Hospital at the age of 67 years. Bernie's funeral arrangements are pending and a longer obituary notice will follow. WOJCIK'S ALL BELIEFS & FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665
LILLIAN LEBLANC
July 21, 2004
LILLIAN LEBLANC (nee KLEIN) Lillian Leblanc passed away peacefully at the age of 88 years on July 16, 2004 at the Concordia Hospital. Predeceased by her husband Harry Leblanc, mother and father Joseph and Pauline Klein and sisters Elsie, Sebina and June. Her sister Irene and brother Fred, nieces and nephews whom she cherished as her own children, as well as many relatives from the Leblanc family survive Lillian. Her life began on March 25, 1916 in Forrest, Saskatchewan. She moved to Winnipeg as a young lady, worked at the Coffee Spot Cafe and later worked as an elevator person at the Child's Building, and also filling orders for National Drug Warehouse. Then she met the love of her life, Harry, and had many good times with friends at their Bird Lake cottage. They moved to Surrey, B.C., and enjoyed many happy retirement years together, they also travelled to various parts of the country as well as the south. The family wishes to thank the wonderful service that Lillian received at the River East Personal Care Home for the past six years. Flowers greatly declined. If so desired, a memorial donation can be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 10-120 Donald Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 4G2 or The Winnipeg Humane Society, 5 Kent Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba R2L 1X3. Alzheimer's Prayer Dear Lord, Please grant my visitors tolerance for my confusion Forgiveness for my irrationality And strength to walk with me into the mist of memory my world has become Please help them take my hand and stay awhile Even though I seem unaware of their presence. Help them know their strength and loving care will drift softly into the days to come Just when I need it most. Let them know when I don't recognize them, that I will, I will... Keep their hearts free of sorrow For me...for my sorrow, when it comes, Only lasts a moment - then it's gone. And finally Lord, Please let them know how very much their visits mean, How even through this relentless mystery - I feel their love. Peace is with you dear sister and auntie Lil. We love you forever. Funeral services will be held at Desjardins Funeral Chapel, 357 Des Meurons Street, on Wednesday, July 21 at 1:00 p.m. immediately followed by a reception. Interment will then take place at Green Acres Cemetery, Hwy. #1 E. at Navin. The Desjardins Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements 233-4949; toll free 1-888-233-4949.
LIZZIE MASON
July 21, 2004
LIZZIE MARGARET MASON Peacefully with her brother at her side, Lizzie Margaret Mason of Winnipeg (formerly of Fisher Branch Cree Nation), passed away on July 19, 2004, at the age of 65 years. Lizzie leaves to mourn her brothers, Calvin, Reg and Gordon Mason; her children, James of Vancouver and Terry of Calgary; two grandchildren; also numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Lizzie was predeceased by her parents, John and Georgina Mason; brothers, George, Roy and William; and by her sister Florence. Lizzie worked as a cook for Sigurdson Fisheries and many other places. She enjoyed having a good time, was lots of fun to be with, and will always be loved and remembered. Service will be held on Thursday, July 22 at 1:00 p.m. at the Bread Of Life Ministries, 1338 Main St., Winnipeg. A wake service will follow at Steven's Memorial United Church, Fisher River, MB at 7:30 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Friday, July 23 at 1:00 p.m. at Steven's Memorial United Church. Interment will follow at the Fisher River Community Cemetery. Rev. John Halcrow officiating. Arrangements Entrusted To: ANDERSON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME Ashern, MB 1-866-293-4951
HELEN McCREIGHT
July 21, 2004
HELEN McCREIGHT August 12, 1921 - July 19, 2004 Peacefully with her family by her side on Monday, July 19, 2004 at the Concordia Hospital, Helen McCreight passed away at the age of 82. She will be lovingly remembered by her beloved husband Norman, with whom she shared 18 wonderful years; son Melvin (Pat) Dick, their children, Bradley and Michael; son Harvey (Linda) Dick, their children, Amanda (Len) Anderson, Twila (Dean) Forsbloom, Jer (Tracy) Dueck, Kazia Dick, and great-grandchildren, Levi Forsbloom and Austin Dueck. Also stepson, Norman David McCreight and his children, Norman Wayne, MacKenzie and Johnathan. She'll also be missed by her brothers and sisters, Henry (Zella) Toews, Elma Hardman, Art (Mary) Toews, Norman (Emily) Toews and many numerous nieces and nephews. Helen's faith in her creator was instilled from infancy. Her grandparents and parents were Bible students and Helen dedicated her life to Jehovah in 1940 at the age of 19. She had complete faith in His promise of resurrection to a paradise earth as promised at John 5:28, 29. Helen was especially close to her grandchildren with whom she shared many precious moments. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at 7:00 p.m., Friday, July 23 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses at 937 Gateway Rd., Winnipeg, MB. We would like to thank all the caregivers and staff (nurses and doctors) who were so kind to her and to all of us during her illness. Arrangements entrusted to: VOYAGE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM 220 Hespeler Ave @ Henderson Hwy. 668-3151
AXEL MELSTED
July 21, 2004
AXEL MELSTED Peacefully on Monday, July 19, 2004 at Deer Lodge Centre, Axel Melsted, beloved husband of Shirley Melsted passed away. He is survived by his wife Shirley and his stepdaughters, Kim Elke (Murray), Kathy Marks (Dick Arnason); and step-grandchildren, Krista Gudmundson, Joanna Baron, Erik and Alana Grimolfson; sister Thora Helgason; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Axel and Gudrun Melsted; his brothers, Laugi and Jon; and sisters, Margaret, Laura and Adalheidur. Axel was born and raised in Arnes, MB on April 27, 1922. He served overseas in the Second World War with the Saskatchewan Light Infantry. He worked for many years as a construction foreman in northern Manitoba and the Arctic. Axel enjoyed playing his guitar, travelling and cooking. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, July 22 at Neil Bardal Inc., 984 Portage Ave., Aubrey Street entrance. We would like to thank the staff of Tower 7 at Deer Lodge Centre for the care they gave him. NEIL BARDAL INC. 949-2200
CHRISTINE MUNN
July 21, 2004
CHRISTINE ANN MUNN (nee OVERBY) Peacefully following a brief illness with Mylelodyplasia with complications Christine passed away at St. Boniface Hospital on July 18, 2004 at the age of 57. Left to cherish her memory is loving husband Thomas; daughter Theresa (Bob); sons, David (Grace) and Steven (Anita); mother Edna; sisters, Sheila, Susan and Tracey; brothers, Darrell and Terry. Her grandchildren, Kristian, Alexa, Keegan and Makenna, all of whom she loved and cherished very much will always remember Christine's love. Christine was predeceased by her father Arthur and sister Pam. Christine was a LPN and had the pleasure of working at several nursing homes in both Calgary and Winnipeg. Over the past several years, Christine has worked at the Maples Personal Care Home and enjoyed the companionship of her coworkers. The family wishes to express their sincerest appreciation to the staff at St. Boniface Hospital 5th Floor East and the Palliative Care Unit for their dedicated and compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CancerCare Manitoba, 109 - 675 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9. At Christine's request, cremation has taken place and no service will be held.
JULIE NOLAN
July 21, 2004
JULIE MARY NOLAN (1934-2004) It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Julie Mary Nolan on Sunday, July 18, 2004 at the Peter Lougheed Hospital in Calgary, at the age of 69 years. Julie was predeceased by Tom her husband of 47 years and her brother Jim. Julie will be lovingly remembered by her sons, Michael (Grainne), David (Deneen), Brian (Lisa); and grandchildren, Rory, Erin, Riley, Shelby, Kennedy, Connor and Ryan. She will, also, be lovingly remembered by her sisters, Kathleen, Marie, Mary, Ann; and many nieces and nephews in Ireland and Winnipeg. Julie was born and raised in Dublin, Ireland and immigrated to Canada in 1956. She lived in many places in Canada and spent many happy years in Yorkton, SK to finally settle in Winnipeg. She was a loving mother and friend to all she met. Funeral mass will be held on Friday, July 23, 10:30 a.m., at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 4588 Roblin Blvd. with Fr. Barry officiating. A gathering of family and friends will be held in the church hall following the service. The family wishes to thank the staff at the Peter Lougheed Hospital for their compassion and care to Julie and the family. During her illness Julie was extremely grateful for all the heartfelt wishes and support she received from friends and family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Julie's memory to the Canadian Cancer Society, 193 Sherbrook St, Winnipeg, MB R3G 9Z9.
ANTHONY POTTINGER
July 21, 2004
ANTHONY (TONY) TYSON POTTINGER Peacefully on July 16, 2004, with family by his side, Tony, son of Randy and Karen Pottinger, passed away at the Health Sciences Centre at the age of 23, after a lifelong battle with Cystic Fibrosis. Tony was born April 30, 1981 at the St. Boniface Hospital in Winnipeg. Tony was not expected to live past 18 years old, but was lucky enough to receive his double lung transplant in time, and it just happened to be on Valentine's Day. This gift gave him five years to do the things in life he never had the chance to do. After Tony finished high school he wanted to become a Sign Language Instructor. He completed three years at the Manitoba Deaf Centre and was recently accepted and planning to attend university and college to finish his degree. Tony was most noted for his love of animals, music, hi-tech toys, playing on his computer and talking to Nigel on his CB radio. You could always find Tony driving around in his car and going to play a game of pool with his friends. Predeceased by his brother Jason (who also had Cystic Fibrosis), grandfather George and Uncle Keith Pottinger. Besides his parents he leaves to mourn his sister Carrie (Wade); brother Carl (Shawna); his grandparents, Ross and Sylvia Arnold, and Virginia Pottinger; aunts and uncles, Ken and Linda Windross, Wendy Rosin, Brent and Charlene, Ricky and Patty, and Mickey Arnold, Lillian and Allan, Bruce (Judy), Don (Julie), Kirk (Dawn), Brenda (Dan), Edith, Paul, Carol, Sharon, Norma, Donna Pottinger and Randy Budge. He leaves to mourn his special cousins, Les and Ricky, Michael and Steven, Craig and Shirley and numerous other cousins. In addition, he leaves to mourn his niece and nephews, arian, Jarred, Anthony and Keon. Also he leaves behind his special friends, Toby Paresien and Nigel Jundt. A celebration of Tony's life will be held on Saturday, July 24 at 2:00 p.m. at the Ashern Centennial Hall with Pastor Melanie Kauppila officiating. Interment to follow in the Ashern Municipal Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Winnipeg Chapter, Box 21008, 33-3900 Grant Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3R 3R2. Arnason's Funeral Home, Ashern, in care of arrangements, 768-2072.
