Portage la Prairie, MB Obituaries

Nov 30, 2018

Suddenly on Friday, November 30th, 2018 Brian Boyd Handford passed away at the age of 69 years in Moose Jaw, SK.

Predeceased by his parents, Boyd and Ella Handford, Karen Handford, Garry Lafreniere, and beloved dog Ruger, Brian will forever be in the hearts of Lisa Tipper (Richard and William) and Trevor Handford; sister, Barb Lafreniere; nephews: Tim Lafreniere, Ryan Lytle (Lisa), and...

Nov 28, 2018

After a courageous battle with cancer, we are deeply saddened to announce the sudden passing of Sheila Henderson at the age of 58, on Wednesday, November 28, 2018 in the loving arms of her husband, Rick at the St. Boniface Hospital.

Left to cherish her memory is her loving husband Rick; brother Jan (Linda); sister Jaqueline (Jack)...

Nov 25, 2018

We regret to announce the passing of Philippe Gaudreault on Sunday, November 25, 2018 at the age of 87 years.

Phil will be lovingly remembered by his wife Zena of Portage la Prairie, MB; Phil’s sons Francis (Jane) Gaudreault of California and Richard Gaudreault of BC; Zena’s daughter Gwynne (Doug) Henry of Portage la Prairie; Phil’s granddaughter...

Nov 21, 2018

Ozhaawashko Binesi Giizens

“Blue Thunderbird Boy”

With great sadness we announce that Joziah Ray Merrick-Spence began his journey to the spirit world on Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at the Children’s Hospital in Winnipeg, MB at the age of 1 month and 3 days.

Left to...

Nov 19, 2018

Josephene Elizabeth “Betty” Marie Conrad passed away on November 19, 2018 at the Portage Hospital at the age of 96. Betty was born on November 19, 1922 to Jean and Alphonsine Boulet (nee Pelchat), at home on the farm near Dunrea Manitoba.

She was the youngest of 13. All of her brothers and sisters, are now deceased...

Nov 18, 2018

Peacefully on Sunday, November 18, 2018, Jerry Fries passed away at the Lions Prairie Manor at the age of 85 years.

Jerry is survived by his children Susan Harris, Jim Fries, Linda (Vaughn) McEachern, Doug (Victoria) Fries, Ken (Angel) Fries; grandchildren David (Diane) Benson, Harlen (Meaghan) Simard, Dustin McEachern (Carly), Savanna McEachern (Jay), Ebbinie Sawchuk (Chris), Karlynne...

Nov 15, 2018

Peacefully, with her family by her side, Esther passed away at the Portage District General Hospital on Thursday, November 15, 2018 at the age of 62 years.

Esther Marlen Warkentin was born December 26th 1955 to Frank and Ruth Warkentin. Esther grew up in Newton Siding, Manitoba with her Oma, parents and siblings Loraine, Frankie, and Julianne....

Nov 15, 2018

We regret to announce the passing of our beloved son Ryker Peters who left us on Thursday, November 15, 2018.

He will be lovingly remembered by his parents Fabien Peters and Beth Piontkowski; siblings Shannessa, Adrien, Kayden, Korbin, Phoenix and Autumn; and numerous extended family members.

A private family service was held.

A tree...

Nov 1, 2018

Ishpaan Giinew Ikwe

“Flying High Eagle Woman”

With great sadness we announce that Melodie Faye Daniels began her journey to the spirit world on November 1, 2018 in Winnipeg, MB at the age of 31 years.

Left to mourn Melodie’s passing are her  mom  Ivy,...

Oct 30, 2018

With great sadness we announce that Marsha Wescoup passed away on October 30, 2018 in Saskatoon, SK at the age of 38 years.

Left to mourn Marsha’s passing are her husband Darcy Heintz of Saskatoon, SK,  mother Geraldine Wescoup of Saskatoon, SK, father Ron Bruce of Portage la Prairie, MB, daughter Tyra Wescoup (Arson), brother Joshua Wescoup,...

Oct 17, 2018

We regret to announce the passing of Charlie Friesen on Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at the age of 76 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his children Vaughn, Simone (Steve), Nolan (Karly), Meagan (Kris) and Karen; his grandchildren Brandon, Koalden, Kaylene, Jonny, Carson, Sidney, Kade, Simone Jr, and Konnor. As the youngest of 11 children, he is survived...

Oct 14, 2018

Peacefully on Sunday, October 14, 2018, Dennis Dupont long-time member of the Portage La Prairie community, passed away peacefully in his sleep at the Lions Prairie Manor at the age of 79 years.

Dennis's presence will always be missed but his spirit will live on through his wife Kathy (nee Knight); son Joe (Corinne) Dupont with grandsons...

Oct 11, 2018

With heavy hearts we announce the death of our beloved Mom and Grandma Shirley, at the age of 82 years on October 11, 2018. Shirley was born on April 6th, 1936 in Hamiota, Manitoba.

Left to forever cherish Shirley’s memory are her son Brad (Karen) Smith and grandchildren Megan and Kayla of East Selkirk; son Larry (Jill)...

Oct 11, 2018

Peacefully on Thursday, October 11, 2018, Mary Roulette passed away with family by her side at the Portage District Hospital at the age of 74 years.

She will be sadly missed by her son Clifford Roulette (Kim Beardy); twin granddaughters Faith and Hope; siblings Dorothy Houle, Betty (Lloyd) Houle and Brian (Elena) Spence; numerous nieces, nephews, extended...

Oct 4, 2018

It is with profound sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Michael Sangris on Thursday, October 4, 2018 at the age of 51 at Portage General Hospital with his family by his side.

Michael was born in Yellowknife in 1967, his grandparents were Alec and Elizabeth Charlo.  His early years were spent in Dettah and when he...

Sep 30, 2018

Peacefully, with her family at her side Evelyn Jean Bowser (nee White) passed away on Sunday, September 30, 2018 at the Lions Prairie Manor at the age of 84 years.

She will be lovingly remembered by her children Linda (Joss) Blanchette of Trenton, ON and Rick (Joan) Bowser of Portage la Prairie, MB; grandchildren Marc (Jackie) Blanchette,...

Sep 29, 2018

With great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Loretta Maxine Kuryk, aged 86 years, on Saturday, September 29, 2018 at Portage la Prairie, Manitoba.

Loretta immersed herself in farming and community activities in Newton and Oakville, and was devoted to caring for her family. She especially enjoyed gardening, baking, sewing and volunteering with various organizations, including...

Sep 29, 2018

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our brother, uncle, father and grandfather, Tim Campbell.

Tim was born in Portage la Prairie, MB on June 26, 1963 and passed away September 29, 2018 in Sudbury, ON.

Tim was predeceased by his mother Irma Kwiatkowski and his grandparents Betty & Bill Sproat...

Sep 23, 2018

We regret to announce the sudden passing of Dave Munro at the Portage District General Hospital at the age of 66 years.

Dave will be lovingly remembered by his wife Kim; daughter Krista (Cory) Clark; son Mike (Christine) Munro; grandchildren Brynlee, Lachlan and Jade; siblings Terry (Angela) Munro, Marlene (Tony) Dziad and Myles (Wendy) Munro; numerous nieces,...

Sep 23, 2018

Biidebinesinin

Our beloved father, brother, uncle, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend began his journey to the spirit world guided by those who come to meet him and those he leaves behind.

Ron was predeceased by his father, mother, sisters, brother, son, grandson, niece and nephew.

Always a hard worker, Ron started working...