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Evelyn Effie Arrell (nee Martin)
On Wednesday, December 24, 2003 at the Portage District General Hospital, Evelyn Effie Arrell passed away at the age of 90 years,with her daughter Beverly at her side. She was born on Feb 8th , 1913 in Portage La Prairie to James and Effie Martin. At 2 she moved to the Edwin District and attended the school there until 1925, then in East Prospect area for 1 year and Portage Collegiate Institute for 2 years. She worked in different farm homes in the area and spent 10 years working in the MacDonald district. Evelyn married Vernon A. Arrell on Feb 24 1939, then moving to Portage where they spent the rest of their lives. She enjoyed going to Bingo, baking, having tea with visitors, doing puzzle books and being with her children and their families. Evelyn was predeceased by husband Vernon in 1993: daughter Joyce Gouthro in 1991: infant daughter Helen in 1948: son-in-law Donald Christie in 1991: grandson Bob Christie in April 2001: brothers Elmer and Roy Martin: sisters Gladys Bourne, Hazel Gardner and Dureta McMillan. She is survived by daughters Beverly (Richard) Unrau of Portage: Margaret (Gord) Scott of Kelowna BC: son-in-law Ellis (June) Gouthro of Portage, 9 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandson along with her sister Edythe (Stan) Preston of Portage, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Service in Celebration of Evelyn’s Life was held at McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel Portage la Prairie, Manitoba on Friday, January 2, 2004 at 2:00 pm. with Rev. Ross Taylor officiating. Audrey MacFarlane presided at the organ and the congregation joined in singing hymns, “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” and “All the Way My Savior Leads Me”. Granddaughter Amy Tang sang “Bridge over Troubled Water”. Eulogy was given by grandchildren Brent Gouthro and Sherry Fugate. Urn bearer was Greg Gouthro. Following the service, the interment took place at Hillside Cemetery. Family and friends were invited for a time of fellowship to the Bev and Richard Unrau’s residence. Flowers are gratefully declined. As expressions of sympathy, if friends so wish, donations may be in Evelyn’s memory to a favorite charity. A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of Evelyn’s by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are entrusted with the arrangements. Logo Daily
Donald A. Stewart
With regret we announce the very peaceful passing of Donald A. Stewart formerly of High Bluff, MB on Thursday, December 25, 2003 at the Portage District General Hospital. Predeceased by his daughter Marian Bruce, Don was the husband of Marjorie Stewart, father of Gordon (Hazel) Stewart of High Bluff; Heather (Gordon) Halwas of High Bluff and Marnie (Barry) Rud of Portage la Prairie and father-in-law of Brian Bruce of Minnedosa. Don left behind 10 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. A full obituary is to follow in the Portage Daily Graphic Newspaper. A service of remembrance will be held on Tuesday, December 30, 2003 at Trinity United Church, 15 Tupper Street S, Portage la Prairie at 2:00 pm with Pastor Steve Wilson officiating. As expressions of sympathy, if friends so wish, donations may be made in Don’s memory to Presbyterian High Bluff Cemetery, Box 36, High Bluff, MB, R0H 0K0. A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of Don’s by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are entrusted with the arrangements.
Cora Leigh Ruth McKenzie
Tragically on December 17, 2003 on her road trip to Saskatoon, Cora Leigh Ruth McKenzie was in a car accident near Moosomin and died at the age of 18 years old. Cora will be in our hearts forever. She will be lovingly remembered by her parents Owen and Paula McKenzie, her sister Gail and brother Adam, her extended family and a whole host of wonderful friends who supported her endeavors. It is with intense sadness that we announce her death. Friends may call at the McKenzie Portage Funeral Chapel between 2:00 and 4:00 pm on Sunday afternoon December 21, 2003 for a first farewell. The funeral to remember and celebrate Cora’s short life will be held on Monday, December 22, 2003 at Trinity United Church with Rev. Julie Baker officiating at 1:30 pm. Interment will follow at the Burnside Cemetery west of Portage. As expressions of sympathy, if friends so wish, donations may be made in Cora’s memory to Valleyview Bible Camp, Box 430, MacGregor, MB R0H 0J0 or to a Christian Charity of their choice or a the Cora McKenzie Memorial Trust Fund, Portage la Prairie School Division, 535 – 3rd Street. NW, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 2C4. A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of Cora by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are entrusted with the arrangements.
Stanley George (Papa) Lee
Suddenly on Sunday, December 14, 2003 at the Portage District General Hospital, Stan Lee passed away at the age of 62 years. He was predeceased by parents George (Red) and Marion Lee, father-in-law Charlie Hrymak, brother-in-law Wayne Troop and niece Jennifer-Lynn Troop. Left to mourn is his wife Karen (Karine) Lee, daughters Cindy (Ken) Mulder and Kathy (Rick) Ducharme and grandchildren Jordan, and Cameron Mulder and Zachary and Veronica Ducharme all of Portage la Prairie. He also leaves to mourn his sister Gerri (Jim) Stewart of Sylvan Lake Alberta, mother-in-law Mary Hrymak of Portage la Prairie, sister-in-law Illona (Ralph) Funk of Portage la Prairie and Valerie (Carl) Bolton of Sea Forth, Ontario; Aunt Evelyn Dyer of Portage la Prairie, Aunt and Uncle Doreen and Jim Reid of Ontario nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews and cousins. Stan was born on July 31, 1941 here in Portage la Prairie and attended the local schools. He belonged to the Air Cadets and later worked at the Portage Soda Water Works and Ideal Cartage. In 1967 he became a volunteer of the Portage Fire Department and later that fall became a full time employee. Stan was always one to be involved where ever he could be of help. He worked for the Portage Ambulance, was Union President IAFF 1079, president of the social club for the Fire Hall, member of WETT, member of the Fire Commission Office, involved in the First Responder Program and was guard at the RCMP. Stan was the second person in Portage to receive the Exemplary Service Award from Parliament. He retired as Deputy Fire Chief in 1995 and was presently employed at Agassiz Centre for Youth. He was very much involved in the community and the service clubs. Stan was a member of the Kinsmen, one of the founding members of K40, Lions Club (Present President), and the United Way (Past President and Board Member). Stan enjoyed music and playing the trumpet in the Elks School Band and drums with the Loveable Loonies, Dynamic Dimensions, the Shades and other bands. His love of sports found him coaching for the youth baseball. Those wishing to pay their last respects may do so at McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel between 9:30 to 11:00 am on Wednesday morning December 17, 2003. Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday afternoon, December 17, 2003 at 1:30 pm at Trinity United Church, 15 Tupper Street S. Rev. Ross Taylor and Winnipeg Fire Department Chaplain Mark Young will co-officiate. Tho’ much is taken much abides: and tho’ we are not now that strength which in old days moved earth and heaven that which we are, We are: one equal temper of heroic hearts, made weak by time and fate, but strong in will, to strive, to seek, to find and not to yield. As expressions of sympathy, the wishes of the family is that donations be made in Stan‘s memory to the Fire Fighters Burn Fund, c/o Portage la Prairie Fire Department, 124, 3rd Street NE Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 1N7, the Kidney Foundation of Canada, Manitoba Branch, 200 – 55 Donald Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 1L8 or to a charity of choice. A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of Stan by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are entrusted with the arrangements.
William “Bill” Oliver Mason
On Sunday, December 7, 2003 at Ste. Rose du Lac MB, William “Bill” Oliver Mason, formerly of Oakland, passed away at the age of 85 years. He was predeceased by his parents Lester and Nellie Mason; brothers Robert, Clifford and Leonard; brother-in-law Cecil Wedgewood; sisters-in-law Gladys Mason and Drina Mason. Bill is survived by his sisters Annie (Norman) Cuthbert of Portage Creek and Elsie Wedgewood of Kenton and their families. Bill was born and raised in Oakland and was a very good student attending the Oakland School from grade one to eight. He has lived his life in a variety of places, lastly living in Dr. Gendreau Personal Care Home in Ste. Rose du Las. Bill enjoyed woodcarving, drawing and reading and will be remembered for his quiet, polite ways. He was a “perfect gentleman”. Memorial Service will be held on Monday, December 15, 2003 at McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel at 1:30 pm with Pastor Steve Wilson officiating. As expressions of sympathy, if friends so wish, donations may be made in Bill’s memory to Dr. Gendreau Personal Care Home, Box 420, Ste. Rose du Lac, MB R0L 1S0 or to a charity of choice. A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of Bill by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are entrusted with the arrangements.
Christine Ann Unrau (nee Brockie)
On Monday, December 08, 2003 at the Edmonton General Continuing Care Centre, Edmonton Alberta, Christine Ann Unrau, formerly of Portage, passed away at the age of 65 years. She was predeceased by her parents George and Janet Brockie. She leaves to cherish her memory her husband Jake of Edmonton, son Garth (Sandra) with grandchildren Christopher, Thomas, Emily and Sarah all of Weyburn Saskatchewan, son Wesley (Laura) with granddaughter Tana (Jeff) and great granddaughter Isabella and grandson Tyler all of Fort McMurray AB, daughter Janice of Edmonton, brother John (Jean) Brockie of Edmonton along with numerous sisters- and brothers-in-law and nieces and nephews. Christine was born and raised in Portage la Prairie MB. Christine and Jake lived in Weyburn for 20 years with their family before moving to Edmonton in 1989. It was in Weyburn that Christine was very involved as secretary of the CUPE Local 600-01, leader with Girl Guides, member of the Presbyterian Evening Guild and of the Ladies Skating Club. In Edmonton she enjoyed being a member of the Edmonton Eskimos Fan Club. Christine found pleasure in knitting, reading, watching football and hockey games on TV and visiting with family and friends. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2003 at McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel, Portage la Prairie, Manitoba at 2:00pm with Neil Ronald officiating. Interment is to follow at Hillside Cemetery, Portage la Prairie. As expressions of sympathy, if friends so wish, donations may be made in Christine’s memory to SPCA - Winnipeg Humane Society 5 Kent Street, Winnipeg, MB R2L 1X3 or Humane Society of Canada, Box 363 11215 Jasper Ave., Edmonton, AB T5K 0L5. A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of Christine by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are entrusted with the arrangements.
Raymond “Daniel” Schneck
Peacefully on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 with friends at his side, Dan Schneck passed away at the age of 54 years at the Portage District General Hospital. He leaves behind his mother Mary Olson of New Westminster, brother Jimmy Schneck of Brandon, sister Maryann Strewins and a niece and nephew all of New Westminster and a host of friends all across Canada. He will be fondly remembered by the many good friends he made in Manitoba over the past 6 years who especially enjoyed his wit and good humor. Dan was employed at various places including Paragon, E F Moon Construction and was self employed at the time of his death. Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2003 at 11:00 am at McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel with The Rev. Norman Collier officiating. Interment is to follow at Oakville Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, if friends so wish, donations may be made in Dan’s memory to Addictions Foundation of Manitoba, 3rd Floor, 1031 Portage Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3G 0R8. A tree will be planted and cared for in memory of Dan by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel who are entrusted with the arrangements.
