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Shirley Johnstone
December 13, 2001
SHIRLEY KUEN YEE KONG Passed away on Tuesday, December 11, 2001 with her family by her side at the St. Boniface Hospital. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 15 at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd. (south of the Royal Canadian Mint), with viewing commencing at 1:00 p.m. A gathering of family and friends will follow in the reception centre. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be sent to the Canadian Cancer Society, 193 Sherbrook St., Winnipeg, MB R3C 2B7. Full notice will follow. Arrangements entrusted to: GLEN LAWN FUNERAL HOME 455 LAGIMODIERE BLVD. 982-7550
Edward Koczka
December 13, 2001
EDWARD W. KOCZKA It is with heavy hearts that the family of Edward Koczka announces his passing at the Health Sciences Centre in Winnipeg on Tuesday, December 11, 2001. Ed, as he preferred to be known, was born on April 30, 1931, in Stockholm, SK where he lived until 1942 when he moved with his family to Flin Flon, MB. In 1947 he moved to Winnipeg to attend St. Paul's College and following completion of his high school and accountancy studies, he spent several years working in Winnipeg and Edmonton. In 1960 he moved to Thompson, MB to take a position with Inco. Ed returned to Winnipeg in 1971 and had spent the remainder of his years here. Family was always very important to Ed and he greatly enjoyed getting together with his, particularly on holidays and special occasions, of which Christmas was his favourite. During his most recent years, he took great pleasure and enjoyment in time spent with his two littlest grandnieces, Hannah and Sarah, who never failed to get a chuckle out of Uncle Ed. He often reminisced about his earliest years growing up on the farm and had many an interesting story to tell. He enjoyed travelling and until the last few years took many trips to various locales in Canada and the United States. The place nearest and dearest to his heart, however, was Mexico where he first visited in 1970 and developed a special bond with the country, the culture and the people of that nation. He made many friends and memories there and continued his visits over the next 27 years, spending time in Mexico City, Acapulco and various other locations. Ed was predeceased by his mother Helen in 1996, his father George in 1992, and his brother Jimmy in 1946. He will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his sisters and brother, Regina (Doug) McBride of Penticton, BC, Adelle (Bill) Farkas and Parnelle (Barb) Koczka of Winnipeg; his nieces, Rina (Craig) Donnelly and Lauren Koczka of Winnipeg and Debby Silk of Summerland, BC; and nephew Carman (Penny) McBride of Calgary, AB. He is also survived by five grandnieces and one grandnephew. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 15 at the Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave. The family extends a very special thank you to all those who cared for Ed during his recent illness, Dr. Neil Barrington and the nursing staff at Health Sciences Centre, GD-2 Ward, Don, Lisa, Teresita, Dawn, Carroll, and Sean, and all those whose names are not known. Much thanks also to Dr. Yatish Kotecha of the Assiniboine Clinic, Dr. Pat Harris, Grace Hospital Oncology, and the 5th floor nursing staff at Grace Hospital. The individual and combined efforts of all these special people are acknowledged and greatly appreciated. Much thanks, also, to those close to us who have supported our family emotionally throughout this difficult time. God Bless you all! In lieu of flowers, if so desired, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Manitoba Division, 193 Sherbrook St., Winnipeg, MB R3C 2B7. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CEMETERY AND CREMATORIUM 885-9715
Josephine Kory
December 13, 2001
JOSEPHINE KORY (DYRKIS) Peacefully at rest, Josephine Kory, aged 88 years, passed away on Tuesday, December 11, 2001, in the care of St. Joseph's Residence, Winnipeg, MB, with her family and several of St. Joseph's staff at her side. Josephine was pre-deceased by her husband Dominic; parents, Joseph and Telka; sister, Pat; brothers, Harry, Frank and Tony. She is survived by her daughter, Adele and son-in-law Gorden Andrus and numerous nieces and nephews in Canada, United States and Poland. Josephine was born on November 7, 1913, the eldest daughter of Joseph and Telka Dyrkis (Dyrkacz) in Winnipeg, MB. After her marriage to Dominic in 1933, they moved to Thunder Bay, ON, (Port Arthur, ON) to make their home. During that time, Josephine took an active part as a prominent member of the Polish community in Port Arthur. She was the first vice-president of the first executive of the Ladies Circle of the Polish Alliance of Canada, Branch 19 Thunder Bay. Later, she was also president of that organization. As president of the Ladies Auxiliary to the Lakehead Hotelkeepers Association, many fundraising events were conducted in aid of charitable causes. She was also an active member of the Catholic Women's League of Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Church in Thunder Bay and with the formerly St. Joseph's Hospital Ladies Auxiliary, Thunder Bay. Many years of volunteer work was spent with these organizations. Throughout her life, Josephine loved travelling, golfing, curling, playing bridge and bingo. She spent many enjoyable days during the summers at her camp at McKenzie Beach on Lake Superior in Thunder Bay with her family and friends. There, Josie excelled in cooking, where she loved to prepare and serve fine meals to all those family friends, who just happened to be visiting at supper time. A good time was always had by all. Prayers will be held on Thursday, December 13, at 8:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, December 14, at 1:00 p.m. at Holy Ghost Roman Catholic Church, 341 Selkirk Ave., with an Oblate Father officiating. Interment will follow in Holy Ghost Cemetery. The family wishes to thank the staff at St. Joseph's Residence for their excellent care given to Josephine over the years, and for their care and compassion during Josephine's final days, especially to the nursing and attending staff and the pastoral care volunteers. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
Mary Kubara
December 13, 2001
MARY KUBARA Peacefully, on Monday, December 10, 2001, at Seven Oaks Hospital, Mary Kubara, beloved wife of Michael Sr., passed away at the age of 81. Mary will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 59 years, Michael; and children, daughter Judy (Eugene) Szun; sons, Michael Wayne Jr. (Judy), Don (Sandy) and Richard (Brenda); grandsons, Paul (Valentine) Szun and Michael; and great-grandson Nicholas Szun. She also leaves to mourn her passing, brothers, Dan (Mary) Joss, Michael (Lucienne) Joss; brother-in-law Ed (Jennie) Kubara; sisters-in-law, Helen Dobrinsky, Olga (Bill) Andronick, Emilee Rose, Jean Kubara, Minnie Kubara; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Mary was born February 3, 1920 in Winnipeg and married Michael in 1942. She was a devoted wife and mother and was employed at Eaton's for many years. She was very gifted at knitting, sewing and loved to cook for everyone. Mary spent many happy years at the cottage and traveling to the U.S.A. with her family and friends. She was a long time devoted parishioner of Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Catholic Church and choir member. In her earlier years she also sang with the Prosvita Choir. Mary was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Royal Canadian Legion Br. #141 for 48 years. Prayers will be held on Friday, December 14, at 8:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. Divine Liturgy will be held on Saturday, December 15, at 10:00 a.m. at Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Catholic Church, 965 Boyd Ave. with interment at All Saints Cemetery. Vichnaya Pam'Yat CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
Pearl Lane
December 13, 2001
PEARL LANE Peacefully, on December 12, 2001 at the Riverview Health Centre, Pearl Lane, our dearly beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away at age 60 years. A prayer service will be held December 16 at 7:00 p.m. at the Transcona Funeral Chapel, 1800 Day St. Funeral mass to follow on Monday, December 17 at 2:00 p.m. at Blessed Sacrament Church, 425 Rosseau Ave. E., with Father Roland Lanoie officiating. Interment at Transcona Cemetery. Longer obituary notice to follow. Transcona Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements.
Hubert Mayes
December 13, 2001
HUBERT GRAHAM MAYES (BERT) Bert passed away peacefully at the age of 74 on Monday, December 10, 2001, at St. Boniface Hospital. He was predeceased by his parents, Ralph and Jean Mayes, and his dear brother Carlyle. He is survived by his beloved wife Gerry; children, Valerie (Gary), Alison (Stephen) and Brian (Alison); and cherished grandchildren, Nicole, Andrea and Graham. He is also survived by his sisters, Ardyce (Korky) Koroluk and Marian (late Martin) Balint, as well as cousins, nieces and nephews. Bert was born in Deloraine and never lost touch with his rural Manitoba roots. He always enjoyed trips to the country, especially in his retirement years when he presented Centennial Farm plaques on behalf of the Manitoba Historical Society. Bert was a distinguished graduate of United College, now University of Winnipeg (B.A.), University of Manitoba (M.A.) and Laval University (Ph.D.). After teaching high school briefly, he worked as a CBC Radio announcer and producer for eight years. He then returned to the University of Winnipeg, where he was a dedicated and respected Professor of French for 25 years. His life-long passion for French language and culture was reflected in his 17 trips to France and his keen interest in the Franco-Manitoban community. History was another of Bert's loves. He enjoyed researching and writing historical articles, many of which were published in The Beaver magazine. His article about Lord Selkirk's grave helped to bring about its restoration, and in 1978 he was honoured to represent Manitoba at a ceremony rededicating the grave in Orthez, France. Bert's care and patience as a photographer produced many sets of beautiful travel slides, which he enjoyed showing to friends, students and seniors' groups. Bert's retirement years were very happy - trips to Europe with Gerry, family visits, coffee chats with old CBC friends, and making music as a fiddler in the band Scotch Measure, which accompanies the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society. In the last seven years of his life, he amazed and impressed us all by becoming an accomplished violin maker. In 1997, Bert was honoured to be made a Fellow of United College. He was a true gentleman, a learned person of great integrity and humility. He was devoted to his wife and family, loved his home, his garden, music and conversation. He bore his final illnesses with great dignity. He will be sadly missed by all those who knew him. The family wishes to thank Bert's endlessly supportive "brother", Lorne Wallace, and dear friends, Adam and Rena Laird. Heartfelt thanks to the wonderful, caring staff of the Palliative Care and Peritoneal Dialysis units of the St. Boniface Hospital. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, December 16 at 2:00 p.m. at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd., (south of the Royal Canadian Mint). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, Manitoba Branch, 200-55 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB, R3C 1L8 or the CancerCare Manitoba Foundation, 675 McDermot Ave., Room ON109, Winnipeg, MB, R3E 0V9. Arrangements entrusted to: GLEN LAWN FUNERAL HOME 455 LAGIMODIERE BLVD. 982-7550
Orville Mclennan
December 13, 2001
ORVILLE WALLACE McLENNAN December 25, 1914 - December 6, 2001 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Orville (Hoda) McLennan, just before his 87th birthday. Orville leaves all his memories with sons, Bill (Kathy), Ken (Sharon), Gary (Joanne), Keith (Sandy); daughter Barb; grandchildren, Lori Donovan (Kevin), Don (Sabbina), Scott (Cori), Cary Brunett (Jason), Danika, Jody, Ryan, Derek and Trent; along with great-grandchildren, Alycia, Kayla, Carina, Julia and Breanna. Orville is also survived by sisters, Viola Barker (Bill), Eileen Eger; sisters-in-law, Beatrice and Rollo; extended family Brian and Gaye Lynn McLaughlin and good friend Peter Langelle. Orville was predeceased by his wife Florence; brothers, Allan, Neil, Tom and Malcolm; sisters, Margaret, Mabel and Kathleen; brothers-in-law, Earl Eger and John Myer; and sister-in-law Nita. Orville was a retired inspector of the CNR Police, founding member and Past President of the Manitoba Peace Officer's Club, Past President of the Elmwood Curling Club, lifetime member of the Elmwood Hardknocks Curling, and lifetime member of the Every 2nd Tuesday Breakfast Club. Orville was very involved in curling, hockey, baseball and lacrosse as a player and as a coach. He greatly enjoyed his involvement with the Elmwood Giants baseball, curling at Elmwood, his time at the Manitoba Peace Officer's Club and the La Salle Hotel, along with many hours at Kelvin Community Club supporting all his family and many friends. Our family wishes to extend a special thank you to Dr. Darcy Johnson for his years of help, along with Dr. M.A. Jason, as well as the Emergency staff at Concordia Hospital. Memorial service will be held Friday, December 14 at 2:00 p.m. at Klassen Funeral Chapel, 1897 Henderson Hwy. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Orville's memory to The Movement Centre of Manitoba Inc., 24 - 62 Scurfield Blvd., Winnipeg, MB, R3Y 1M5, or Manitoba Riding for the Disabled, 200 Main St., Winnipeg, MB, R3C 4M2. Arrangements entrusted to Klassen Funeral Chapel, 338-0331.
Frank Michalick
December 13, 2001
FRANK MICHALICK After a lengthy illness on Sunday, December 9, 2001 at St. Boniface Hospital, Frank Michalick passed away. Frank is survived by his wife Beverley; one son Gary (Angela); one daughter Lisa (Sid Trager); grandchildren, Kyle and Trent Michalick, Nicole and Derek Trager. Cremation has taken place and a private family service was held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ronald McDonald House, 566 Bannatyne Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3A 0G7 or a charity of one's choice. Special thanks to Dr. Jerry Bergen, Ann Ediger and staff of St. Boniface Hospital Palliative Care for their compassion and care. KORBAN FUNERAL CHAPEL 956-2193
