Portage la Prairie, MB Obituaries

Feb 12, 2020

Peacefully on the afternoon of Wednesday, February 12, 2020 Marlene H Walker passed away with her family by her side at the Portage and District General Hospital at the age of 81 years old.

Marlene “Bubs” will be lovingly remembered by her son Mitchell (Glory) Walker; sister Eleanor Smith; brother Joseph (Agnes) Mitchell; sister-in-law Patricia Murrin (Mike...

Feb 11, 2020

Peacefully, on Tuesday, February 11, 2020 Martin Fontaine, beloved husband of Grace and father of Cyril (Lydia) began his journey to the spirit world at the age of 81 years.

Martin is survived by his siblings Lena (Francois), Julie Paul, Myrtle Fontaine, Matthew Fontaine and Nelson Fontaine.

Martin was the proud grandfather of Ryan Fontaine,...

Feb 10, 2020

Very peacefully and without pain, surrounded by the love of his kids, Dad was granted his wish to be with “His Pal”, Jean.

Dad’s ashes will be blended with Mom’s and a Celebration of their lives will be held on June 20, 2020 at Knox United Church in Oakville.

Left to cherish his memory and...

Feb 9, 2020

Maria Gerrard of Portage la Prairie with her family and friends by her side, passed away at home on Sunday, February 9, 2020 at the age of 71 years.

Maria was born September 12, 1948 in New Mills, England where she spent her youth. In 1980 she moved with her husband and two sons to Canada where...

Feb 2, 2020

Peacefully, with her family by her side, Florence passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2020 at Minnedosa Hospital after a long courageous battle with cancer at the age of 68 years.

Florence leaves to mourn her loving husband Wayne Foster of Onanole, children Jason (Evangeline) Towle of Portage la Prairie, Nicki (Bruno) Rossi of Portage la Prairie,...

Jan 30, 2020

After a courageous battle with cancer, Sam Anderson passed away with family by her side on January 30, 2020 at the Health Science Center at the age of 28 years.

Left to cherish Sam’s memory are her children Korbin, Logan and Marley; mother Cathy-Jo (Shawn); father Glenn (Donna); sister Sara (Brian) with nephews Parker and Colby and sister...

Jan 29, 2020

We grieve the loss of our husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather Allan Voth, who passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at Lions Prairie Manor at the age of 88 years.

Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife Anne (nee Loewen) of Portage la Prairie, MB, children Coleen (John) Hoeppner of Sidney, MB, Sheila (Mike)...

Jan 28, 2020

With heavy hearts and with his family at his side Earl Prince passed away on Tuesday January 28, 2020 at Health Sciences Centre. Earl peacefully passed away at the age of 65 years.

Left to cherish his memory is beloved wife Marge Prince of Dakota Tipi, children Juanita (Kris) Prince-Miller, Laura Prince, Dallas Prince, Gracie Prince, all...

Jan 26, 2020

It is with Sadness that we announce the passing of Brenda Johnson of Portage la Prairie on January 26, 2020. Brenda was 67 years of age.

Friends are invited to a celebration of Brenda's life at 1:30 pm at the Aspen Memorial Room at 840 - 3rd St. NE on Monday, February 3, 2020 at 1:30 p.m....

Jan 20, 2020

With sadness we announce that Mindy began her journey to the spirit world on Monday, January 20, 2020 at the age of 41 years.

Left to cherish Mindy’s memory are her children Cody, Gaigin, Shaylee, George and Darren Houle, brother Clint Houle (Loretta), twin sister Mandy Houle (Kevin), uncle Anthony Fortney and special family friend Rodney Ginter...

Jan 20, 2020

Peacefully on Monday, January 20, 2020, Cleonna Staples passed away at Lions Prairie Manor at the age of 91 years.

Cleonna was predeceased by her husband Rollie Staples, great-grandson Jackson Staples, parents Frank and Mae Wooley and 4 siblings.  She will be lovingly remembered by sons Fred (Kathy), Don (Shelagh) and Ron (Bonnie), 9 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren, 2...

Jan 13, 2020

Peacefully on Monday, January 13, 2020, John Verwey passed away at the Portage District General Hospital at the age of 79 years.

John was born March 30, 1940, in the R.M. of Portage at the family farm south of Portage.  John grew up in a large fun loving family that worked hard and were taught Christian values. ...

Jan 11, 2020

“Windy Koo Kan” ~ Sacred Klown

With family standing by his side, we would like to announce the sudden passing of Waylon Assiniboine at the Health Science Centre at the age of 42 years.

He was predeceased by his loving grandparents Harvey and Agnes Assiniboine and Chaske and Tiyou Smoke, beloved...

Jan 10, 2020

Peacefully after a long full life, Ellen Elizabeth passed away on January 10, 2020 at the Lions Prairie Manor at the age of 103.

Ellen was predeceased by her husband Irvin in 2001, her two children; Susan Moss in 2012 and Bob Brownridge 2018.

Ellen was the daughter of Arthur and Ellen Smallpiece, pioneers of...

Jan 10, 2020

Peacefully just nine days before her 94th birthday, Stella passed away in her sleep in the early hours of Friday, January 10, 2020 at Golden West Centennial Lodge. Left to mourn her passing are son Wayne (Karen), daughter Jayne (Keith), grandchildren Kim,Wade (Janet),Blair(Amanda), great grandchildren Peyton, Reid, Amelia, Kenna and Kyrstie as well as many nieces, nephews andextended family...

Jan 8, 2020

Peacefully on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at the Portage District General Hospital, Crystal Joan Wing passed away at the age of 65 years.

Left to cherish her memory are her beloved husband Bryan Wing of Portage la Prairie, son Orin (Karleigh) Wing of Winnipeg, grandchildren Tyjiri Wing and Briley Wing, brothers Ted (Gloria) Wojtowicz of Dauphin, and...

Jan 7, 2020

It is with great sadness that we announce the  peaceful passing of Florence Vouriot on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at the Douglas Campbell Lodge in Portage la Prairie, MB at the age of 84.

She was predeceased by her husband Henri. She leaves to mourn her seven children: Lionel (Monique), Emile (Simone), Guy (Sharon), Doris (Real), Jeannine,...

Jan 6, 2020

With her family by her side, Kim Perry passed away on Monday, January 6, 2020 at the Portage District General Hospital at the age of 54 years.

Left to cherish her memory are her children Brandon Perry and Shalynn Perry (Renn Chartrand), siblings Sherry Crosby and Rob Perry, nephews Christopher Perry and Shawn Tucker, niece Brandy Perry,...

Jan 6, 2020

Peacefully on January 6, 2020, Dennis Thompson passed away with family by his side in Belleair, Florida at the age of 77 years.

Dennis will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 57 years Kathy; son Doug; grandchildren Adam and Charlotte; sister Linda Blake; nephew Robert Metcalfe along with extended family and friends.  He was predeceased by...

Jan 5, 2020

Peacefully on Sunday, January 5, 2020, Obby Cavers passed away at the Portage District General Hospital at the age of 76 years.

Obby will be lovingly remembered by his wife Barb of 44 years; children Randy Cavers, Andrew (Anne) Cavers and Cathy Cavers (Roy Regelsky); grandchildren Kyle (Amanda), Kaily (Alec), Jessica and Dylan (Megan); great-granddaughter McKenzie; brothers...