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MORRIS PROKOPPA
July 05, 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.
HELEN RIBBLE
July 05, 2004
HELEN RIBBLE On Saturday, July 3, 2004, Helen passed away at the Grace General Hospital at the age of 80 years. Helen's funeral service will be held on Thursday, July 8 at 2:30 p.m. in Silver Heights United Church, 199 Garrioch Ave. at Mount Royal Road. A longer obituary notice will appear in tomorrow's newspaper edition. WOJCIK'S ALL BELIEF & FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665
BERNARD RICARD
July 05, 2004
BERNARD YVES RICARD Peacefully on Saturday, July 3, 2004 at Riverview Health Centre, Bernard, beloved husband of Lorraine (nee Sabourin), passed away at the age of 73 years. Predeceased by his parents, Georges and Aurore; son Gilbert; and brothers, Felix, Euclid, Armand and Joseph. Bernard leaves to cherish his beautiful memory his wife of 52 years Lorraine; daughter Colombe (Marvin) Arneson; sons, Norman (Colette), Gerald (Doreen) and Rejean (Michele); grandchildren, Broderick, Garett, Kyle, Rebecca, Alec and Elizabeth. Also left to mourn are sisters, Emma Philippot, Cecile Lylack, Sr. Yvette Ricard S.N.J.M., Therese LeChasseur; brothers, Germain, Marcel and Denis. Dad was born in Ste. Anne, MB and lived there until the family farm was sold in 1948. Bernard met the love of his life Lorraine in 1951. Mom and Dad were wed shortly thereafter and have made their home in St. Norbert since 1960. Dad worked for Federal Pioneer Electric for 42 years until his retirement in 1993. In recognition of his dedication and quality of his work Dad was assigned to help train coil winders in Mexico, California, and Saskatchewan. Bernard was devoted to his wife and children and made sure all of their needs were satisfied. He enjoyed family camping trips and gatherings, playing cards, barbecuing, maintaining the house and yard, and lending a helping hand. Never one to sit idle, Dad would work persistently on a project until it was completed. For the last ten years Dad dealt with a number of health problems. His strength, courage and dignity throughout these adversities were an inspiration to his family. Even through his suffering, he was primarily concerned for the welfare of his beloved Lorraine. Our thanks to the staff at Riverview Health Centre, wing 3E, for their kindness, care and compassion. Funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, July 7, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. from the St. Norbert Roman Catholic Church. Interment of the cremated remains will follow in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. The Desjardins Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements, 233-4949 or toll free 1-888-233-4949.
WILLIAM SMEE
July 05, 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
ALICE WEISS
July 05, 2004
ALICE MARYON WEISS Alice Maryon Weiss, aged 85, passed away peacefully July 3, 2004. She was born May 1, 1919 in Winnipeg, the third child of Karl and Alice (Galt) Weiss. She was predeceased by her parents; and brothers, George and Karl. Maryon is survived by her sisters, Margery and Pam (Tony); brother David (Fran) of Winnipeg; Karl's wife Irene of Sacramento, CA; and George's wife Orma of Nelson, BC; as well as her 15 nieces and nephews. Maryon served in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War. She was with Canadian Pacific Airline for over 25 years. Mass of the Resurrection, in thanksgiving for Maryon's full life, will be celebrated on Tuesday, July 6 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Ignatius Church, Corydon at Stafford, with Rev. Fr. Joseph C. Johnson S.J. as celebrant. Interment will follow in the family plot at St. Mary's Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined. If desired, a memorial donation may be made to the St. Boniface Hospital Research Foundation, or charity of choice. Thomson Funeral Chapels in care of arrangements. Phone 783-7211.
DAVID BAUMEL
July 04, 2004
DAVID BAUMEL The family is deeply saddened to announce that David Baumel passed away peacefully on July 2, 2004 at the age of 86 years. A graveside service is at 3:00 p.m. today at the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery. A longer obituary to follow.
CLEO BESANT
July 04, 2004
CLEO BESANT (nee PELLAND) Peacefully on June 29, 2004 at Misericordia Health Centre, Cleo passed away at the age of 90 years. Predeceased by her parents Alpherie and Claudia Pelland, brother Rene, sister Yvonne Desrosiers, and Lisa Lamontagne. Cleo will be forever remembered by her son Orval (Barbara), daughter Maureen (Glen) Cockburn. Grandchildren Kelly (Lonie), Karee (David) Ludwar, Todd (Lori), Kevin (Jodi), Greg (Renay), Bryan (Wafer), and seven great-grandchildren. Memorial service will be celebrated on Monday, July 5, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. from Desjardins Funeral Chapel, 357 rue Des Meurons. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. The family wishes to express their gratitude to the hospital staff at Misericordia (Wolseley 3). Thanks to the Lamontagne family for all of their support and kindness. The Desjardins Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements, 233-4949 or toll free at 1-888-233-4949.
VIOLET BRODA
July 04, 2004
VIOLET (VI) BRODA (nee REINCH) It is with great sorrow that the family of Vi Broda announces her unexpected passing, only two days after her 80th birthday (which she said was her best birthday, ever). Remaining to cherish her memory are her daughters, and their families: Donnie, Al, Evan & Grace; Jackie, Steve, Ksenia & Kiernan; Walda, Al, Michael & Caroline. She will be sadly missed by her sisters Evelyn & Elsie, brother Harry and many nieces, nephews, great-grandchildren and friends. Vi was born on June 27, 1924 in Green Bay, Manitoba and grew up on a farm close to Beausejour. She lived most of her life in the Fort Rouge area of Winnipeg. Vi loved to cook and was well known for being very good at it. Gardening was another of her many talents. Up to the time of her passing, Vi kept an immaculate home and garden. She took care of her grandchildren and baked and knitted for all those she loved. Vi was a generous and wonderful person who always had a great love for animals. She touched many people and will be fondly remembered and greatly missed. The family is grateful to the friends and professionals who attended to Vi and ensured that she arrived speedily and safely at the hospital, and to the medical teams at St. Boniface Hospital who provided excellent care. A memorial service will be held at Chapel Lawn, 4000 Portage Avenue, 12:30 p.m., Monday, July 5, reception to follow. As an expression of sympathy in lieu of flowers, donations in Vi's memory may be made to the Winnipeg Humane Society, 5 Kent St., Wpg, MB R2L 1X3 or to a Pet Rescue of your choice. "The world is sad, until, slowly, it runs out of sobs and, misty eyed, will let the Sun shine through." ~Ksenia Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CEMETERY AND RECEPTION CENTRE 885-9715 Family and friends are invited to sign the Book of Condolence at www.chapellawn.mb.ca
