Portage la Prairie, MB Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Portage la Prairie area

Yvonne Caister

Yvonne Caister

Mar 24, 2023

After a short illness, Yvonne Caister passed away at her home in Winnipeg, MB on Friday, March 24, 2023 at the age of 67 years.

Yvonne will be lovingly remembered by her husband Gerald Caister, son David Caister, daughter Danielle Caister (Clay Pederson), grandchildren Evelyn, Clive and Pearl Pederson, mother Alice Patterson, siblings Bob (Gail) Patterson, Micheline (Eugene) Czyrnyj and...

Irvin "Irv" Joseph Wegleitner

Irvin "Irv" Joseph Wegleitner

Mar 20, 2023

Irvin Wegleitner was born on November 1, 1948 at Ste. Rose du lac, MB, and was called by his Savior to his heavenly home on Monday, March 20, 2023 at Portage la Prairie, MB at the age of 74 years. Irv was the second of four children born to Herman Frank and Rose Clementine (nee Lueke) Wegleitner.

Left to morn...

Edward Thomas Houle

Edward Thomas Houle

Mar 19, 2023

 

Ojibway First Nation, Lakota Oyate

ZongOdaAnishibek

Ogi-ch-daa, Akichita, Soldier

Royal Canadian Artillary Forces

Service # N85220145

“Death before dishonour”

 

Edward Houle was born on November 20, 1955 in Portage la Prairie, MB and passed away on March 19, 2023 in Calgary, AB.

Edward was predeceased by his grandparents Joe YellowQuill , Ojibway, Midawin; Mary (Pashe) YellowQuill, Lakota Oyate,...

Jennifer Jeannie Baker

Jennifer Jeannie Baker

Mar 17, 2023

It is with profound sadness that we share the news that Jennifer Baker has died. She is loved and forever remembered by her daughters Amelia and Kayleigh, her husband Rob Rintoul, parents Jeannie and Lloyd Baker, siblings Julie, Jocelyn, and Les, in-laws Randy (Bonnie) Rintoul, Jacki Rintoul, Tammy Davey and Bea Mozden, as well as friends, colleagues, coworkers and other...

Trudy Valerie Donna Pashe

Trudy Valerie Donna Pashe

Mar 16, 2023

Tacka Gleska Wiyan

“Spotted Deer Woman”Valerie (Trudy) Pashe, a beloved mother, grandmother, Sister, Aunt and friend , passed away on March 16, 2023, at her home in Dakota Tipi First Nation, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. Trudy, as she was affectionately known, will be deeply missed by her loved ones and those who knew her.

Trudy was born to...

Paul Raymond Hard

Paul Raymond Hard

Mar 15, 2023

Paul Hard peacefully passed away March 15th, 2023, in Portage La Prairie, Manitoba at the age of 54. 

Those left to cherish his memory are his son Alex Hard, former spouse Colleen Hall, sister Helen Riles, and brother-in-law Randy Riles, as well as his nephews Steven, Randall, and Kyle, and niece Ashley. He was predeceased by his parents, Raimo and...

Albert Ronald Patenaude

Albert Ronald Patenaude

Mar 14, 2023

After a battle with COVID meningoencephalitis, and with his wife and daughter by his side, Albert passed away peacefully on March 14, 2023, at the age of 63.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife Marie Gauthier-Patenaude and his daughter Natalie; his siblings Douglas (Pam Reid), David (Monique), Susan (Kelly Remus), Patty (Darcy Dunlop), Michael, Robert; his brothers and...

Arling "Arly" Richard Dobson

Arling "Arly" Richard Dobson

Mar 5, 2023

Peacefully at the Portage District General Hospital, Arling “Arly” Dobson passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023 at the age of 73 years. 

He will be missed and lovingly remembered by his family, his wife JoAnn Dobson; children Erin (Mark) Forsyth of Dauphin, and Ryan (Michelle) Dobson of Winnipeg; grandchildren James and Isla Forsyth and Jack and Claire Dobson.  Also...

Heather Joe-Anne Touchette

Heather Joe-Anne Touchette

Mar 1, 2023

Heather was born and raised in the quiet community of Elm Creek, to parents Alice and Lawrence Nowakiewicz (Novak). She had two siblings, April and Mitchell.

Living in Elm Creek, Michel Touchette and Heather’s love flourished, and somehow Michel convinced her to get married in 1980. Together they raised 4 children: Danielle (Garth), Eugene (Charlee), Nicole (Kevin), and Pierre-Andre (Justine)....

Franklin Dellano Hudson II

Franklin Dellano Hudson II

Feb 25, 2023

 

“Sir Frank”

 

In the evening of February 25, 2023 at the Portage District General Hospital, Sir Frank was called by his late mother to join her and our ancestors in the spirit world at the age of 52 years.

Frank II leaves to mourn his passing his only child Frank III; one grandchild Frank IV and sister Dellane...

Melissa Ida Meeches

Melissa Ida Meeches

Feb 23, 2023

 

Enaandog-inaazhey Ikwe

(Woman of Many Colors)

 

With great sadness we announce the passing of Melissa Ida Meeches. Enaandog-inaazhey Ikwe (Woman of Many Colors) began her spirit journey on February 23rd, 2023.

Melissa was predeceased by her grandparents, Edward and Elizabeth Meeches and Betty Meeches and Mervin Peters; her Father Vernon Meeches (Sho-Sho); and her precious angel, Cooper Wagner-Meeches.

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Isabel Jean Spiller (nee McCallum)

Isabel Jean Spiller (nee McCallum)

Feb 22, 2023

With broken hearts we regret to announce the passing of our beloved Mom, Grandma, Great Grandma and Aunt, Isabel “Jean” Spiller passed away at the Portage District General Hospital on February 22, 2023 at the age of 81 years.

Jean was predeceased by her husband Cam, parents Andy and Peggy McCallum (nee Blake), daughter-in-law Marcia Spiller, sister and brother-in-law Grace...

Valerie Contois (Daniels)

Valerie Contois (Daniels)

Feb 22, 2023

 

~ Ozaawi – Miigwan ~

“Yellow Feather”

With family by her side, Valerie ‘Baby Val’ Contois began her journey to the spirit world on February 22, 2023 at the Portage District General Hospital  at the age of 58 years.

Valerie will be lovingly remembered by her children Jerry Kim Daniels, Greg Joseph Contois (Juanita) and Bo Contois, grandchildren Angelo,...

Paul Andrew Syganiec

Paul Andrew Syganiec

Feb 20, 2023

Peacefully on February 20, 2023, Paul Syganiec passed away at the Portage District General Hospital at the age of 79 years.

Paul was a husband, father, papa, brother, uncle and cousin.

Paul is survived by his wife of 55 years Stella, children Les (Diane), Jackie (Floyd), Laurie (Brad), Corrie (Tammy) and Connie (Steve); as well as his grandchildren Nicole (Marvin),...

Victoria Anna Fingas

Victoria Anna Fingas

Feb 17, 2023

Peacefully on February 17, 2023, Victoria “Vicki” Fingas passed away at the Portage District General Hospital at the age of 91 years.

Victoria is survived by her husband Wilmer; son Cameron and wife Diane, son Kim and wife Kimberley, and daughter Michelle and husband Dwight, as well as her grandchildren Jarett (Jacqueline), Dana (Jordy), Tracey (Blaine), Kelley (Brook), Taylor (Joelle)...

Shelley Anne Lovett

Shelley Anne Lovett

Feb 11, 2023

After a hard fought battle with cancer, it is with great sadness we announce the recent passing of wife, mother, daughter, granddaughter, sister (in-law), aunt, cousin, and dear friend, Shelley Anne Lovett on February 11, 2023.

Shelley leaves to mourn her husband Ron and daughters Olivia and Ryleigh Lovett of Portage La Prairie, Manitoba; grandmother Catherine Waytiuk of Oakbank, parents...

Robert "Bob" Turko

Robert "Bob" Turko

Feb 11, 2023

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Robert “Bob” Turko at the Portage District General Hospital with family by his side.  Bob passed on February 11, 2023, at the age of 83 years. 

Bob is survived by his loving wife of 56 years Fern; daughter Nicole and son Darcy (Nici); grandchildren Ethan (Kiandra) and Kylee; sister Janet...

Garda Sylvia Sinclair Moran

Garda Sylvia Sinclair Moran

Feb 7, 2023

 

Garda passed peacefully the morning of February 7, 2023. Her family had gathered to be with her as she began her journey to her ancestors.

Her family invites you to a viewing and reception that will take place at McKenzies Funeral Chapel, 56 Royal Rd. S., Portage la Prairie, MB on Sunday, February 12, 2023 from 2:00 pm to...

Mark Anton Novak

Mark Anton Novak

Feb 5, 2023

 

Peacefully, Mark Novak passed away on February 5th, 2023 at Portage La Prairie, MB at the age of 65 years. 

Lovingly remembered by his mother, Jeanne Novak and his siblings Lyn-Gerard, Chris, Maureen, and Guy.

Predeceased by his father, Roy Novak.

Mark was born in Regina, SK, but was cared for 55 years of his life at the world-class...

Tye Irvin Wyatt Cameron-Daniels

Tye Irvin Wyatt Cameron-Daniels

Feb 5, 2023

 

~ Waash Kibii dwaadaung ~

“New Voice – Thunderbird”

July 17, 1999 – February 5, 2023

 

Tye passed away suddenly in Brandon, Manitoba on February 5, 2023 at the age of 23 years.  He was a very loving, caring person that had such a big heart.  Tye will be lovingly remembered by his family and friends.

Tye leaves...