All Obituaries

Brian Douma, beloved brother, father and friend, unexpectedly passed away on May 21, 2022 at the age of 53 years. He is survived by his mother Gerrie, step-mother Tina, brother Rob, sisters Darlene and Myrna, and daughter Jasmine Town. He was predeceased by his father John Douma. Brian was raised in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba but has since been a long time resident of Sydney, Nova Scotia. He was a dear friend, loved by many for his kindness, generosity, and sense of humour. He was always...

Peacefully on Monday, May 23, 2022, Douglas “Doug” Gray passed away at Lions Prairie Manor at the age of 87 years. He was predeceased by his first wife Anna, parents William and Annie Gray and brothers-in-law Harold Hargest and Harry Breitkritz.  He leaves behind his wife Ruth, sisters Margaret Breitkritz and Agnes Hargest.  He will also be missed by numerous nieces, nephews and his wife Ruth’s family. Funeral Service will be held at McKenzies Portage Funeral...

Marie Gilberte Jeannine Gisele “Gibi” Morisseau (nee Rey) The memorial service will be live streamed on Monday, May 30, 2022 at 1:00 pm, please click on link to register and view the service:  https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=1ef8f7dc-5b57-438d-a160-f9cf3fae9b23 With her family at her side Gibi Morisseau peacefully passed away on Sunday, May 22nd, 2022 at the Lions Prairie Manor at 84 years of age. She leaves to mourn her children Shelley, Dale (Sandy),...

On Saturday, May 21, 2022, Lanny Merrick passed away at his home, Manitoba Developmental Centre in Portage la Prairie, MB, at the age of 62 years. Lanny was predeceased by his parents Margaret and Daniel Merrick and sister Heather. Left to mourn Lanny are his family at MDC, siblings (sister) BJ Briggs (Don), (sister) Lynne Wiley, (brother) Charles Merrick (Glenda), (brother) Dale Merrick, (sister) Danelle Fulawka (Leo), (sister) Shawne Cook (Jason) and many aunts, uncles, cousins and...

With his family at his side, Donald Freeman Reid passed away on Saturday, January 15th, 2022 at Portage General Hospital.  Don was 86 years old.  He will be lovingly remembered by his beloved wife Sarah Reid (Mason); children Beverly Graham (Steve), Brenda Jackson, Brian Reid (Tracey); step-children William Green (Mavis), Franklyn Green, Steven Green (Micheline); sixteen grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; twelve siblings; numerous nieces, nephews, relatives, and...

With family by her side, Shirley Christianson left this earth to go dancing with Arden, the love of her life, on Monday, November 29, 2021 at the age of 97 years. She was predeceased by her daughter Inga (1954), husband Arden (2000) and daughter-in-law Linda (2019).  Shirley will be lovingly remembered by her sons Barry and Eric (Jan); daughters Signe, Sonja (Lawrence) and Stephanie; good friend Sarah; grandchildren Jed (Carrie), Ben (Kathy), Bess (Red Ben), Amber, Danny, Morgan...

With great sadness, our family announces that Sharon Meeking (nee Barley) passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, on May 15, 2022 at the age of 74 years. Sharon leaves to mourn her passing her husband Scott Meeking and siblings Alma Anderson, Brenda (Joe) Everett, and Bill (Cori) Barley. She was predeceased by her parents Frank and Lorene (nee Anderson) Barley and sister Mary Barley. Sharon was a loving mother to her son Archie Cromwell (Jenny), and a proud...

Chris Everett Wescoupe passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 6, 2022, at the Grace Hospital, Winnipeg, Manitoba at the age of 49 years old. Chris was born on Saturday, May 27,1972 in Winnipeg, Manitoba to Marie and Edward Wescoupe. He attended school at Arthur Meighen High School in Portage La Prairie and graduated with honours. Chris never had any children of his own. However, after mom passed Chris moved to Winnipeg where he and his nephew, Shawn lived as Bachelors - with dad joining...

Noreen slipped away peacefully on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at Portage District General Hospital at the age of 86 years. Left to treasure memories of her are her husband of 63 years, Ted; children Diane (Shane) Smith and Brett (Robin) Pongoski, grandchildren Greg (Veronica), Jill (Anthony), Maria, Lydia (Victor) and Gloria; great-granddaughter Amelia. She will be also missed by her brother-in-law Roger Pongoski, sister-in-law Joan Pongoski, numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and...

It is with profound sadness we announce the sudden passing of Lorraine Reid on April 14, 2022 at her home in Portage la Prairie, MB. Left to cherish her memory are her children Shawn Miness, Roxanne Miness and Ashley Reid (Glen Hurl); grandchildren Jayden, Naomi, Reyna, Hunter, Anthony, Jaida, Dylan, Madison, Jager and Bayne; several brothers and sisters and many nieces nephews and friends.  She was predeceased by her husband Robert Reid; parents Lillian and Phillip Miness and a few...