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Margaret Welwood
January 26, 2002
MARGARET WELWOOD (nee VANDALE) It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved mother and grandmother Margaret Welwood, in Winnipeg on January 18, 2002. Margaret was born in Spalding, SK, on August 1, 1928, to Wilfred and Lillian Vandale along with two brothers, Marven (Fay) Vandale of Alberta and Ron (Bette) Vandale of California; and two sisters, Doris (Bill) Bennet of Ontario and Florence (Bob) Neidermeyer of Saskatchewan. Margaret worked most of her life as a cashier for various stores such as IGA, which she loved a lot, being able to talk to so many people with her cheery personality and making lots of friends along the way. Mom's happiness in life was spending hours with her grandchildren, whom she loved very much. She was predeceased by her husband William Alan Welwood in 1991 and her beloved dog Pandi in 1995, who was always her constant companion. Mom's memory will be forever cherished by children, Ron (Sharon) Carter, daughter Jamie (Steven) Paul, both of Winnipeg, and Jack Feissel of Regina; grandchildren, Brittany, Sean and Brett; and her good friend Loretta of Winnipeg. At Mom's request, cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mom's name may be made to Canadian Cancer Society, 193 Sherbrook St., Winnipeg, MB, R3C 2B7. P. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 156 MARION STREET 949-4864
Elsa Wersch
January 26, 2002
ELSA WERSCH Peacefully, on Wednesday, January 23, 2002 at the Convalescent Home of Winnipeg Elsa Wersch, at the age of 82, joined her loved ones in heaven. Elsa is survived by her brothers, Ernie and Arthur; three children, Carolyn, Bill and Ron; grandchildren, Charles, Stuart, Scott, Christina and David; and great-grandchildren, Marlana and Marcus. She was predeceased by her husband Edward William, sister Helen (Dot), and brothers, Henry and Theodore. Elsa was born and raised in the Emerson, MB area and moved to Winnipeg as a young woman where she met and married the love of her life - Ed. Mum always loved to bake and derived much happiness watching people enjoy the labour of her love. After retiring as a baker of several decades, Elsa set her sights south to Boissevain where she returned to the small town life style that she loved and spent many happy days with her brother Art. Sincere thanks to all the staff at the Convalescent Home of Winnipeg for their caring support. The family will be celebrating her life in a private gathering. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made in Elsa's memory to a charity of one's choice.
Elaine Zayac
January 26, 2002
ELAINE EDINE ZAYAC On Tuesday, January 22, 2002, at the Concordia General Hospital, Elaine died peacefully at the age of 84 years. In keeping with Elaine's wishes, there will be no public memorial service held. WOJCIK'S ALL BELIEFS & FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665
Edward Bacon
December 13, 2001
EDWARD "TED" BACON 1941 - 2001 Suddenly on Friday, December 7, 2001 at Concordia Hospital, our beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away at the age of 60 years. He will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his wife of 37 years Sheryl (Jones); daughter Sam (and Jake Friesen); son Todd and five of the greatest grandchildren in the world, Ashley, Justin, Marc, Karleigh and Shey. He also leaves many relatives and friends. Ted was born in Winnipeg April 6, 1941 where he grew up. In 1998 he retired from the Acoustic Ceiling business. He spent the last year and a half at Melrose Park Community Club as their general handyman. He thoroughly enjoyed this job. Family and friends were the most important things to Ted; sharing in many holidays and having a good laugh with everyone. Ted spent many hours tinkering in his workshop, enjoying his cottage at Beaconia and teasing the life out of his grandchildren. He was especially fond of his Three Amigos weekends at the lake. A memorial service will be held on Friday, December 14 at 2:00 p.m. at the Melrose Park Community Club at 480 Kimberly Ave. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. The family wishes to thank the Fire Department, Ambulance Attendants, Tristen, Susan and Bobby from the club, staff at Concordia Hospital, especially nephew nurse Jason. Dad: We will truly miss you. Thank you so much for all our memories and filling in our dash. We love you.
Mary Baker
December 13, 2001
MARY BAKER (nee MASTALER) 1928 - 2001 Mary Baker peace-fully passed away with her family by her side, at Seven Oaks General Hospital on Tuesday, December 11, 2001 at the age of 73 years. She was predeceased by her son Kerry in January 2001 and her sister Jean in 1972. Mary leaves to mourn her daughter Dawn (Derek); daughter-in-law Barb; grandchildren, Chad (Debbie), Sean and Katie; sister Anne (Murray) Tanchuk; brother Orest (Sophie) Mustaler, Gerald Baker; nieces and nephews; great-grandchildren. Mary was the second of four children born to homesteading pioneers. She grew up and was raised in the farming community of Winnipeg Beach. Once school was finished, she entered the hospitality/retail industry and served the Timothy Eaton Co. as a Service Representative before becoming a homemaker and mother to Kerry and Dawn. These were her most prized contributions to the world. When her first grandson came along she took the time to instill her good value upon him. She retired from the Sheraton Hotel in 1990 to enjoy the rest of her life and spend time with all the people who meant the most to her. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on Friday, December 14, at 5:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. A private family inurnment will take place at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens at a later date. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations may be made in Mary's memory to the Arthritis Society, 105-386 Broadway, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 3R6. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
Pauline Bird
December 13, 2001
PAULINE BIRD December 28, 1913 - December 9, 2001 After a six month illness, Pauline passed away at the Charleswood Care Centre on December 9, 2001. Pauline was predeceased by her husband, Don in 1992. Surviving her are her two daughters, Heather and Beverley Bird; her sister Molly Girman; sister-in-law, Thelma Bird; and many nieces and nephews. Pauline worked for the Royal Winnipeg Ballet for a short time then for the Winnipeg Tribune until it closed. She served on the executive Association of the Mentally Disabled Parent Group when it was newly founded. Pauline opened the door to all people and had many friends at the time of her passing. She particularly enjoyed the many friendships she made while living at The Westhaven during the last two years of her life. A special thank you goes to Rev. Bill Corkum and Debra Schweyer, DM, for their love and support and for all the care given by Grace Hospital, Deer Lodge Centre and Charleswood Care Centre. There will be a viewing on Wednesday, December 12, at 7:00 p.m. at the Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave. Interment will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 13, at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens, 4000 Portage Ave., with family and friends meeting at the funeral home 15 minutes prior to the interment. A memorial service will also be held on Thursday at 2:00 p.m. at Sturgeon Creek United Church, 207 Thompson Dr. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations may be made in Pauline's memory to the Sturgeon Creek United Church, 207 Thompson Dr., Winnipeg, MB, R3J 3E2, to the Manitoba Heart & Stroke Foundation, 301 - 352 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2H8 or to the charity of your choice. God saw you getting tired, And a cure was not to be, So He put his arms around you And whispered "Come to me" With tearful eyes we watched you suffer And saw your strong attempts to live Although we loved you dearly We could not make you stay A golden heart stopped beating, A heart filled with love and kindness Although our hearts be broken You are now in heaven God is truly merciful. We love you Mom and good bye until we meet again. Arrangements in care of: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CEMETERY AND CREMATORIUM 885-9715
Peter Boyko
December 13, 2001
PETER BOYKO It is with the greatest sadness that we announce the passing of our father Peter Boyko on December 10, 2001, at the age of 74 years. He was predeceased by his loving wife Tina and his son David. He leaves to mourn his children, Larry and Jo-Anne, Gary and Evelyn, Brian and Dorothy and Robin. He leaves many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who will miss him every day. He adored them all. He leaves his brothers and sisters, Bill and Mary and family from Toronto, Kay and family also from Toronto, Alex and Olga and family of Winnipeg, Sophia and family also of Winnipeg. He worked for CN in the early years of his life and for the next 45 years he had two companies Custom Welding, then Boyko & Sons Ltd., which he operated with his sons, Larry and Gary until his retirement in the 1990s. Prayers will be held on Friday, December 14 at 7:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 15 at 10:00 a.m., also at the chapel, with Rev. Fr. Mikhail Kouts officiating. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. He will be greatly missed by all who loved him. May he rest in peace, with Mom. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
Frank Bruce
December 13, 2001
FRANK BRUCE SR. 1925 - 2001 Frank Bruce Sr. passed away suddenly at home on Monday, December 10, 2001. Born in St. Laurent on September 17, 1925, "Pap" lived life to the fullest up to the end. His last days were spent commercial fishing with his sons on Lake Manitoba; something he enjoyed all of his life except for the Second World War years when he served in the Navy, in the North Atlantic on the mine sweeper HMCS MINAS. Dad liked to travel which he did throughout his life and later picked up golfing which he really enjoyed to do with his family. Surviving are his dearly beloved wife of 53 years Marcelline; 12 children; 32 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Five sons, Douglas (Yvonne), Dave (Yvonne), Frank Jr. (Evi), Merrill (Judy), and Dean (Angie); seven daughters, Nancy (Claude), Fran (Dennis), Mona (Jerry), Debbie (Paul), Edna (Noel), Cheryl (Randy), and Brenda (Darren). Also surviving are two brothers, Milton (May) and Leo (Krista); five brothers-in-law, Leo, Henri, Eddie, George, and Jim (Cathy) Lauzon; sisters-in-law, Louise Cusler, Jeanne, Marie-Ange, Henrietta, Alma Bruce and numerous nieces and nephews. Dad was predeceased by his parents, Frank and Helene; brothers, Wilmer, Eddie, Arthur, and Rupert; two sisters, Elizabeth and infant sister Edna; father and mother-in-law, James and Georgina Lauzon; sister-in-law Lillian Cyr. Prayers will be held at 10:30 a.m. followed by a funeral service at 11:00 a.m. at the Roman Catholic Church in St. Laurent on Friday, December 14. Rev. Fr. Guy Lavallee will officiate with interment to follow in the churchyard cemetery. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Scott, Jeremy, Claude, Douglas, Shane, Christopher, Jeremiah, Nicholas, William, Gregory, Eric, Dean Jr., David, and Marty. Everyone in attendance are considered honorary pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Foundation or to a charity of one's choice. When I Must Leave You When I must leave you for a little while Please do not grieve and shed wild tears And hug your sorrow to you through the years, And for my sake and in my name Live on and do all things the same, Feed not your loneliness on empty days, But fill each waking hour in useful ways, Reach out your hand in comfort and in cheer And I in turn will comfort you and hold you near; And never, never be afraid to die, For I am waiting for you in the sky! MacKenzie Funeral Home, Stonewall in care of arrangements.
