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MORRIS PROKOPPA
July 06, 2004
MORRIS PROKOPPA OCTOBER 12, 1930 - JUNE 29, 2004 Peacefully, on June 29, Morris lost his battle with diabetes with his family by his side. Morris is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Patricia (Palmer). A celebration of Morris' life will be held on Tuesday, July 6 at 1:00 p.m. at St, Andrews Anglican Church, 2700 Portage Ave.
BERTHA PROTASIEWICH
July 06, 2004
BERTHA PROTASIEWICH On Saturday, July 3, 2004, Bertha Protasiewich, aged 91 years passed away. Bertha was predeceased by her mother, Emilia in 1965 and her father Karl in 1970. She was also predeceased by her brother Walter and her sister Anne. She is survived by her brother Michael (Mickey); her niece Donna McVety; her nephews, Carl and Danny Protasiewich, Wayne Jackiew; and numerous grandnieces and grandnephews. Bertha was born on January 22, 1913 in Winnipeg. She completed her high school education as well as receiving her Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education from the University of Manitoba. Bertha then taught for six years after graduating and then began working in the Social Work Department of the Winnipeg School Division for 22 years. After completing her work with the Social Work Department she began substitute teaching for five years prior to her retirement in 1981. Bertha was originally a member of the St. Vladimir and Olga Parish, where she participated in choir and drama. Bertha then became and was a member of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish since its inception. At the Blessed Virgin Mary she was also a choir member as well as being the resident organist for over 35 years. In addition, Bertha also taught Sunday school and Catechism at Blessed Virgin Mary as well. Bertha was also a wedding organist and soloist and wedding instructor for over 35 years in the City of Winnipeg. Bertha was also a member of the Institute Prosvita, where she was a choir member as well as a member of the Drama Department. Prayers will be said on Thursday, July 8 at 7:00 p.m. at Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Catholic Church, 965 Boyd Ave. Divine Liturgy will be celebrated on Friday, July 9 at 10:00 a.m. also at the Church with Rt. Rev. Mitrat Gregory Oucharyk officiating. Interment to follow in All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bertha's memory to a charity of one's choice. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
RONALD REUTCKY
July 06, 2004
RONALD REUTCKY April 15, 1942 - July 5, 2004 It is with great sadness and sorrow that the family announces the sudden passing of their beloved husband, father, son and brother Ronald Reutcky on Monday, July 5, 2004 at the St. Boniface Hospital. Prayers will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 7 at Christ the King Church, 852 St. Mary's Rd., with a funeral mass at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 8. Interment will take place in Glen Lawn Memorial Gardens. A gathering of family and friends will follow in the Glen Lawn Reception Centre. A longer notice to follow in Wednesday's edition. Arrangements entrusted to: GLEN LAWN FUNERAL HOME 455 LAGIMODIERE BLVD. 982-7550
HELEN RIBBLE
July 06, 2004
HELEN RIBBLE (nee MARAK) It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Helen Ribble on Saturday, July 3, 2004, at the Grace General Hospital at the age of 80 years. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Allen Ribble and Pat Paul (Bruce); their father Bill Ribble; grandchildren, Krista Thomson (Rob), Scott Ribble, Ryan Paul, Grant Paul and David Paul; sister Jennie Duplak (Brownie); as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Helen was predeceased by her parents, Dymtro and Annie Marak. Helen resided at the Eastern Star Chalet where she had many friends. A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, July 8 at 2:30 p.m. in Silver Heights United Church, 199 Garrioch Ave. at Mount Royal Road. Interment will follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Helen's memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. "One Day At A Time." WOJCIK'S ALL BELIEFS & FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665
JESSIE SAMCE
July 06, 2004
JESSIE SAMCE I announce with sadness that on Monday, July 5, 2004, my mother Jessie Samce, widow of Fred Samce, passed away at River East Personal Care, after a full and long life at the age of 89 years. Longer notice to follow in Wednesday's paper. 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
STANLEY SCARR
July 06, 2004
STANLEY SCARR August 24, 1911 - July 4, 2004 After a short illness, Stanley Scarr passed away at Oakview Place Personal Care Home. Stan was born in Barrow-on-Furness, Walney Island, England and immigrated to Canada in 1912 with his parents and brothers. Stan was predeceased by his beloved wife of 73 years, Ivy, in April 2004; his mother Elizabeth Scarr; his father Robert Scarr; and two brothers, Leonard and Cyril. He is survived by his son Stanley R. (Lorraine); daughters, Bernice Parbery (Gordon), Barbara Picken (Robert), Diane (Becker) Brown (Jack); eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by three brothers-in-law and three sisters-in-law. Prior to his retirement in 1976, Stan was employed as a street car and bus operator with The Winnipeg Transit Commission for 30 years. He was an excellent handyman, enjoyed doing his crossword puzzles, motoring trips with his wife Ivy, and many years of 5 pin bowling in a mixed bowling league, and golfing with "The Dun Workin Duffers". His bowling and golfing continued until his late 80s. Cremation has taken place and in accordance with Dad's wishes there will be no funeral service; however a private interment service will be held at a later date. If desired, donations in Stan's memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. Many thanks to the nurses and staff of the third floor north, Oakview Place for the care and compassion shown to Stan during his short stay there. "Rest in Peace, Dad. We love you." Arrangement s 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.
MAX SIMOVITCH
July 06, 2004
MAX SIMOVITCH "Champ" SEPTEMBER 15, 1916 - JULY 4, 2004 Peacefully on the morning of July 4, 2004, our dear Max passed away. He is survived by his wife Phyllis Winters (Saunders) Simovitch, sons; Lindsay Saunders and Dan (Pam) Saunders, grandchildren; Riley, Tracey, Tannis (Rob), Evan and Adam and great-grandchildren; Hunter, Hudson, Gabriel, Reichert, Jaiden and Avery. Max was predeceased by his parents; Lotta and Morris Simovitch. Family services have been held. In lieu of flowers, donations to Y.M.H.A. and the Alzheimer's Society may be made in Max's name.
NOREEN SLOAN
July 06, 2004
NOREEN SLOAN Peacefully on July 4, 2004 at the Riverview Health Centre, after a battle with cancer, Noreen Sloan (aged 78) went to her eternal home. She was predeceased by her son Christopher. Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Maureen Verry and Susan Sloan; son Stephen Verry; sister Pat Andre; brother Albert Sloan; and numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends. We wish to thank the staff at Riverview Health Centre, 3E, for their care and compassion. To know her was to love her.
WILLIAM SMEE
July 06, 2004
WILLIAM "BILL" GEORGE SMEE We celebrate the life of William George Smee who passed away after a brief illness on July 2, 2004 in his 87th year. Bill was born in Brandon, Manitoba on September 27, 1917 to Leonard Robert and Lilian Cecilia of London, England. He grew up in Brandon and lived in Prince Albert, SK, North Battleford, SK, and Edmonton, AB before settling in Winnipeg in the mid-fifties. In 1958, he married (Margaret) Wilhelmina Conquergood and they had two children, Douglas and Frances. He served in England in the RCAF during the Second World War and had a lifelong love of sports and music. In his youth he excelled in both tennis and badminton winning a shelf full of trophies. Bill played the piano, saxophone and clarinet and performed with several dance bands in his younger years. Bill had a full and varied working life and spent many years in the insurance industry. He was with A.W. Talbot Agency and with Milnco Insurance up until his retirement in 1987. Bill found his greatest joy in life with his family and friends and, in particular, with his two grandchildren. His Wednesday lunches with Bill and Max were a source of much enjoyment, as were the weekly family dinners at Sorrentos. Thanks to all our friends at Sorrentos for their kind support. Bill was predeceased by his brother Douglas Leonard, his brothers-in-law, Tim Sumida, Don MacKay, Ross Conquergood, Wally Kerr, Tom Patterson, Harold Green, sister-in-law Flora Green and nephew Grant Smee. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife Wilhelmina, son Douglas (Karen), daughter Frances, grandson Calum, granddaughter Moira, sister Mona MacKay, sisters-in law, Daphne Smee, Jean Patterson, Murdena Kerr, Shirley White (Walter) and many relatives and friends in Canada, the States and overseas. Memorial service will be held on Tuesday, July 6, at 2:00 p.m. at Thomson Funeral Chapels, 669 Broadway. Memorial donations may be made to The Salvation Army, 55 Donald St., Suite 500, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 1L8, or to Lilyfield United Church Memorial, in care of Diane Blue, Box 22, RR 2, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 2E6. THOMSON Funeral Chapels - 669 Broadway - 783-7211
