Portage la Prairie, MB Obituaries

Mar 4, 2019

~ Ishkode ~Bishikiikwe ~

“Buffalo Woman by the Fire”

Lois Kelly began her journey to the Spirit World on March 4, 2019 at her home in Onigaming First Nation at the age of 62 years.

Lois will be greatly missed by her husband Kevin Houston, children Alison (Tim, Candace...

Feb 25, 2019

With great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of George Ryder.  George passed away in his hometown of Portage la Prairie, MB on February 25th, 2019, shortly after celebrating his 90th birthday.

George leaves behind his beloved wife Wanda Ryder (nee MacDonald), with whom he recently celebrated his 70th wedding anniversary.  Left to cherish his memory are...

Feb 24, 2019

On February 24, 2019 at the wonderful age of 97 Helena “Helen” Halwas peacefully passed away with family by her side at home in Airdrie, Alberta.

Helen was born on January 11, 1922 in the Boulton Municipality. Along with her five siblings Helen contributed to Matilda and Michael Ziprick’s family farm. This was the beginning of her...

Feb 23, 2019

We grieve the loss of our husband, father and grandfather, Thomas “Tom” Norman on February 23, 2019 at the Portage District General Hospital at the age of 90 years.

Tom will be lovingly remembered by his wife Marj Norman (nee Jackson); children Debbie Norman of Portage, MB, Bev Piebenga of Vancouver, BC, Donna (Bernie) Norman of Winnipeg,...

Feb 22, 2019

We announce with great sadness the passing of Bernice Maxwell, on Friday, February 22, 2019, with her partner and family by her side.  She leaves to mourn her partner, Doug McInnes, children: Roxy, Robbie (Joni), Stepchildren, Debbie (Ken), Patty (Brad), Danny (Edie), David (Valerie), twelve grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren, predeceased by her only sibling Jack Furrie in August of...

Feb 17, 2019

On Sunday, February 17, 2019, at the Portage District General Hospital, Bill Moffat of Portage la Prairie, passed away peacefully after a brief battle with cancer at the age of 78 years.

Bill will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by brothers and sisters: Ted (Margaret), Joyce Thurston, Eileen Enevoldson, Harold (Carole), Shirley Munro, Doris (Charles) Baksh,...

Feb 15, 2019

Peacefully on Friday, February 15, 2019, Gladys Mary Jane Peters passed away with family by her side at the Portage District General Hospital at the age of 80 years.

Gladys Mary Jane Peters will be lovingly remembered by her daughter Norma (Richard) Jarvie; sons Wayne Peters, Norman Peters (Sharon Daniels), Albert Peters (Joyce Perswain) and Ambroise Peters...

Feb 10, 2019

Dalis Williams, long time resident of the Salem District, passed away with family by his side at the Portage District General Hospital on February 10, 2019 at the age of 77.

Dalis was the oldest son of the late Jim and Doreen Williams. He was predeceased by his fiancé, Florence Welton; brother Blaine; sister Sheryl and brother-in-law...

Feb 5, 2019

With sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Leeta Knowles on Tuesday February 5, 2019 at Portage General Hospital at age of 88 years.

Left to cherish Leeta’s memory are her son Kelly (Pat) Knowles and grandchildren Amy and Katie Knowles and Reaghan Addison, her sisters Irene Sitoski and Joan Cook and sister-in-law Bernice Stephans, as well...

Feb 4, 2019

Peacefully with her family at her side, Patricia Leslie passed away on Monday February 4, 2019 at Portage General Hospital at age of 80 years old.

Pat will be lovingly remembered by daughters Lori Tully, Deanne (Dale) McLeod, Karen (Kirk) Halwas; grandchildren Nicole (Steve) Chychota, Allyssa (Mark) Sollner, Heather (Dan) McLeod, Megan Tully, Kendra, Calista, Carter and...

Jan 29, 2019

Wicanhpi Huzaza

“Shaking Star”

Peacefully on Tuesday, January 29, 2019 Stuart Smoke passed away at the Portage District General Hospital at the age of 86 years.

Stuart will be lovingly remembered by this sons Milton, Albert (Pansy), Wilbur, Stuart, Eugene (Debby) and Kim (Sherri); brothers...

Jan 28, 2019

Peacefully, with family by his side, James Catcheway was called into rest in our Lord Jesus Christ on January 28, 2019 at the age of 84 years. A loving and devoted husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, and great grandfather.

James leaves to mourn his wife Theresa Catcheway of 48 years; children Beverly (Mike), Cynthia (Louie), Rhonda (Cliff),...

Jan 24, 2019

Peacefully on Thursday, January 24, 2019, Rita Gooding passed away at the Portage District General Hospital at the age of 83 years.

Rita will be lovingly remembered by her husband Bill; children Louis Gooding, Ruth (Craig) McTaggart, Evelyn Gooding, Jack (Zoe) Gooding, Tony (Wendy) Gooding and Leonard (Cindy) Gooding; grandchildren Jamie, Kerry, Aimee and Willy Gooding, Nolan...

Jan 15, 2019

With her family at her side, Cathy passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 15, 2019 at the St. Boniface Hospital at the age of 60 years.

Cathy was a loving mother, wife, daughter, sister and friend to all who knew her.

From a young age, Cathy developed a love for new locations. The adventures around...

Jan 13, 2019

Peacefully, on Sunday, January 13, 2019, Lola Tkachuk passed away at the age of 93.

Lola was preceded in death by her husband Roy and son Dennis.  She will be lovingly remembered by her sons: Ron (Sherri) and Gerald; grandchildren; great grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

The family would like to extend their thanks to Lola’s...

Jan 10, 2019

~ Shay-way-ah-sheek ~

Mom’s life made full circle when she started her journey into the hands of our Creator on Thursday, January 10, 2019 at the age of 93.

Mom was born and raised in Swan Lake FN, then moved to Long Plain FN where she raised her family, and also...

Jan 6, 2019

After a long battle with cancer, Derek Gross passed away at the age of 58 years on Sunday, January 6th, 2019 at the Portage Hospital surrounded by friends and family.

Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife Karen Gross; along with his daughters, Kalene Neudorf and husband Jed, Megan Gross and boyfriend David Kanne. He...

Jan 4, 2019

Bev Connery, beloved wife of Ed Connery, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 4, 2019 at Portage General Hospital at the age of 84 years.

She was predeceased by her brother Edwin; sons Doug and Jeff and daughter Jackie. Bev will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 65 years, Ed; brother Phil; son Tim; daughters-in-law Paulette...

Jan 1, 2019

With great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Brian Johnston on Tuesday, January 1, 2019 at Portage District General Hospital at the age of 69 years.

Brian grew up in the Longburn area, and farmed on the family farm.

Brian will be lovingly remembered by his beloved wife Suzanne (nee Breton) Johnston of Portage...

Dec 23, 2018

Ozaa~Bines

“Brown Thunderbird”

Clemence Wescoupe entered the spirit world Sunday, December 23rd, 2018 at Portage la Prairie General Hospital, at 67 years of age.

Clemence is of Saulteaux background and was born in 1951 on Long Plain First Nation. His native name is “Ozaa-Bines” which...