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MARGARET COPE
December 02, 2003
MARGARET HANNAH "PEARL" COPE (nee MOLLARD) On Saturday, November 22, 2003 our mother passed away at Oakview Place, her home for the past 10 years, at the age of 98. She was predeceased by her husband Alfred in 1973 and daughter Betty in 1999; also her mother Annie; father Arthur; and brothers, Hanson, Albert, Alfred, William and Leslie. She is survived by a son Arthur (Kathy) and daughter June (Herb); four grandchildren; three great-grandsons; sister-in-law Mabel Mollard and numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, December 3 at 1:00 p.m. in the Stonewall Cemetery. A special thank you to the warm and caring staff of Oakview Place. Flowers are gratefully declined. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. MacKenzie Funeral Home, Stonewall in care of arrangements.
GEORGE DEMERS
December 02, 2003
GEORGE ANDRE DEMERS September 21, 1919 -November 29, 2003 Peacefully, on Saturday, November 29, 2003 at the Victoria Hospital, George Andre Demers passed away at the age of 84 years. He leaves to grieve, his beloved wife Lucille (Baril); four children, Gilbert (Edith), Yolande (Garry), Leo (Bernice), and Gerald (Manon); grandchildren, Guy (Noriko), Louis (Susan), Suzanne (Brad), Evan (Sonia), Owen, Nolan, Lionel, Bridgette (Norman), Carmelle (Gabriel), Marcella, Christopher, Nicholus, Francois and Jessica; as well as great-grandchildren, Carli, Kayla, and Erika; also sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and friends. George was predeceased by his parents; six brothers, Henri, Ernest, Edmond, Hector, Alire, and William; and one sister Olive. George and Lucille moved from St. Elizabeth in 1946 and settled and lived in Haywood, MB, until 2001. George was involved in the community, a long standing member of the Knights of Columbus, the Royal Canadian Legion and a life member of A.A. As a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, he will be fondly remembered for his constant positive attitude to life and his golden rule, "One day at a time". Prayers will be held on Tuesday, December 2, at 7:00 p.m. at Green Acres Funeral Chapel, Hwy. No. 1 E. at Navin Road. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, December 3, at 11:00 a.m. in St. Denis Catholic Church, Haywood, MB. Prayers will commence on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow in Haywood Cemetery. The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to the doctors, nurses, and home care who took great care of George. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba, 6 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6. GREEN ACRES Funeral Home, Cemetery and Crematorium Hwy. No. 1 E. at Navin, 222-3241
RICHARD DESJARDINS
December 02, 2003
RICHARD (DICK) HONORE DESJARDINS Peacefully, on Sunday, November 30, 2003 at his residence, Richard Honore Desjardins, aged 59 years of Selkirk, beloved husband of Vivian and father of Tracee Reimer and Heidi Vogt. A Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, December 4 at 10:30 a.m. in the Notre Dame Roman Catholic Church, 269 Jemima St, Selkirk, MB. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory can be made to the Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemeia Research C/O CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB, R3E 0V9. Full obituary to follow in Wednesday's paper. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements.
EARL DUNCAN
December 02, 2003
EARL DUNCAN On Saturday, November 29, 2003, Earl Duncan passed away at the Concordia Hospital in Winnipeg at the age of 74 years. Complete obituary notice will follow in tomorrow's paper. LECLAIRE BROTHERS in care of arrangements, 775-2220.
CONSTANCE EDWARDS
December 02, 2003
CONSTANCE (CONNIE) EDWARDS July 24, 1922 - November 29, 2003 Connie passed away peacefully with her family at her side on Saturday, November 29, 2003 at the Concordia Hospital. Our loving Mum, Nan and sister continued life's journey to join her husband Fred, who predeceased her in 1996. She leaves to mourn her passing and to cherish her memory her daughter Linda (Les) Eori; her son, John; granddaughter, Crystal. She is also survived by her siblings, John (Helen) Hobley, Mary Jurek, William Hobley, Dorothy (Richard) Stienke and June (Jos) Komadowski; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews and many dear friends. Connie was born in Winnipeg, MB on July 24, 1922, the daughter of Richard and Constance Hobley. She received her education in Winnipeg at General Wolfe and Daniel MacIntyre. As a Steno, she worked at MacDonald Aircraft. In 1943, she met Fred and they were united in marriage on March 3, 1945. Connie enjoyed travelling with Fred to various destinations, including Arizona, the Carribean, Florida and England. Her time in England allowed her to meet many relatives who were able to fill in many of the blank spaces in the family tree. She was one of the first travellers to many of the casinos, including Jackpot Junction, Milac, Hinkely, Regina, Warroad and Thief River to name a few. How she loved to hear those coins tinkle. Her one great joy in life was the arrival of her granddaughter Crystal in 1984. She followed, helped and guided each phase of her life. She truly was a great Nan. Connie was a past member of the West Kildonan Horticultural Society, winning many prizes. Her love of flowers could be seen at her home on Belmont Ave. and her summer home at Gull Lake. Her artistic talents also showed in her beautiful pieces of ceramics. Flowers are gratefully declined. Friends so wishing may make donations in Connie's memory to the Manitoba Heart & Stroke Foundation 200 - 6 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6 or to the Manitoba Lung Assoc., 69 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3A 1P6 as tokens of remembrance. Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 4 at 12:30 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave. Viewing will take place one-half hour prior to the service. Interment and reception to follow. Thanks for always being there when we needed you. It's not goodbye Mum, it's goodnight. Sleep peacefully, a rest well deserved. Love You, Babe, Tuff and Buttons. Arrangements in care of: Chapel Lawn Funeral Home Cemetery and Crematorium 885-9715
JOSEPH FELLETTI
December 02, 2003
JOSEPH FELLETTI With great sadness in our hearts we announce the passing of our loving husband, father and grandfather. He will be sadly missed by Gloria, his wife of 34 years; son Frank Felletti (Pat); daughter Kerry Vandekerckhove (Dennis); grandchildren, Denny Vandekerckhove (Michelle), Patty-Jean (Rene) St. Hilaire, Kerry Felletti, Michael Felletti; sister Carmella Wright (USA); sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law in Vancouver and England; and numerous cousins in Filleti and Militano families. Predeceased by parents, Frank and Anne; brother Antonio; sister-in-law Evangeline; brother-in-law Chalky Wright; nephew Rodney Wright; mother-in-law Winnifred Frost; brother-in-law Derek Frost; and brother-in-law Fred McClusky. Joe was born in Winnipeg on September 25, 1923. Joe spent most of his life in sales, travelling in the northern communities. Later he had his own business, Jade Mist Hosiery. His early years were spent at Winnipeg Beach as a lifeguard and working at his father's restaurant, Frank's Coney Island Cafe. Joe joined the Air Force at 17 and spent four years there. Joe has been an associate member of St. James Legion Branch No. 4 for many years. Joe had a passion for convertibles and spent many happy times at his cottage at Winnipeg Beach. Joe loved to hunt and fish in his earlier years. The family gratefully acknowledges and thanks the staff at Grace Hospital for their compassionate care. Service will be held on Thursday, December 4 at 10:00 a.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave. Pallbearers will be Denny Vandekerckhove, Michael Felletti, Sammy Ianno, Carmen Filleti, Tony Filleti and John Militano. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in memory of Joe to the Grace Hospital, 300 Booth Dr., Winnipeg, MB R3J 3M7. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CEMETERY AND CREMATORIUM 885-9715
LOUISE FERGUSON
December 02, 2003
LOUISE FERGUSON (nee REMILLARD) It is with great sadness that our family announces the passing of our mother, Louise Ferguson (nee Remillard) at the age of 53, after a long and courageous battle with cancer on November 28, 2003 at the Riverview Health Centre. Louise will be sadly missed by her husband Bob Knox; her children, Kimberley Wayne (Stephen), Glen Allan (Wendy) and Kathleen Ferguson (Mike); grandchildren, Bryann and Tyler; mother Pearl Remillard; brothers and sisters, Ray (Lil), Annette (Trent), Denis (Pat), Elizabeth (Bill) and Lester (Barb); numerous nephews, nieces and many close friends. She was predeceased by her father (Noe). Our mother was a loving, caring, kindhearted person. She worked at Marymound for the last 17 years and she always helped to make someone else's life better. Louise spent a lifetime, laughing and making people laugh. A funeral mass celebrating Louise's life will be held on Wednesday, December 3 at 11:00 a.m. in the Holy Family Parish, 778 Archibald St. with interment to follow in St. Boniface Cemetery. Her brothers and sisters will be honorary pallbearers. The family extend many thanks to the staff of Health Sciences Centre, St. Boniface Hospital, Riverview Health Centre and the Home Care Personnel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Louise's memory to the Canadian Cancer Society of Manitoba, 193 Sherbrook St., Winnipeg, MB R3C 2B7. The Coutu family in care of arrangements: EDWARD J. COUTU LTD. 680 Archibald Street 253-5086
AMANDA FERLAND
December 02, 2003
AMANDA JOY FERLAND August 16, 1974 - November 29, 2003 It is with great sorrow and sadness that we announce the passing of Amanda Joy Ferland, on Saturday, November 29, 2003 at St. Boniface General Hospital, following a brief but courageous battle with cancer. Mandy leaves to cherish her memory, her loving mother Ann and her precious daughter Alexandra; her aunts, Adeline Sinclair, Yvonne (Francis) Lavallee, Rita (Lloyd) McKay, Linda (Jim) Sangster, Norma (Don) Sanderson, Jackie, Heather, Alice (Glen) Chastelaine, Rubina, and Marie; her uncles, Harry (Jan) Ferland, William (Orma) Ferland and Wilfred (Hazel) Ducharme; her godfather Willard Lamirande; her auntie Laura Guiboche; her great aunts, Lena and Dorothy; her great uncles, Ernie Ferland and Herman Turner; numerous cousins, special friends, Sophia Ballantyne and Rhonda Cook, and godchild Whitney Ballantyne. Amanda was predeceased by her grandparents, Bill and Shiela Ferland; her cousin Cassandra; her uncle Esau Sinclair; her great aunties, Louise and Agnes Ballantyne and Mary Ferland; her great uncles, John, Adelard and Stan Ferland. Amanda lived up to her middle name "Joy", she brought joy to so many people. She was very outgoing and had many friends both young and old, whom she had great respect for. Amanda loved to talk on the phone and was known as "Miss MTS" by her family. Amanda was born in Ashern and spent most of her life in Grand Rapids. She worked at various jobs in Grand Rapids, the last job being at the Northbrook Restaurant. She thoroughly enjoyed her job as it brought her to be with people. Amanda loved children and was loved in return. She was "Auntie Manda" to the children, to the rest of the family she was "Mandy" and will forever remain in our hearts. Amanda's faith in God was strong, even in pain her faith never wavered. Wake services will be held on Tuesday, December 2 and on Wednesday, December 3 at 7:00 p.m. each evening at the Roman Catholic Parish Hall, Grand Rapids, MB. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 4 at 2:00 p.m., with a viewing beginning at 12:00 p.m., at the St. Alexander Roman Catholic Church, Grand Rapids, MB, with Father Ed Officiating. Interment will follow at the St. Alexander Roman Catholic Cemetery. The family would like to thank the staff at St. Boniface Hospital, Internal Med Ward especially her nurse Brandie. Also to her friends who were with us your presence and prayers were a great comfort and will not be forgotten. Mandy, we love you and will miss you. Arrangements Entrusted To ANDERSON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME Ashern, Manitoba 1-866-293-4951
