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ELIZABETH GOERTZEN
Elizabeth (Betty) Goertzen, 85, of Mitchell, MB passed away on Sunday, July 25, 2010 at Bethesda Hospital with family at her side. She is survived by 11 children, 17 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren as well as her sister Tina, two brothers and many nieces, nephews and friends.
The funeral service for Elizabeth Goertzen will be held Friday, July 30, 2:00 p.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel with burial at Heritage Cemetery.
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030 |
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DAVE NICKEL
Dave Nickel, 59, of Steinbach, passed away Sunday, July 25, 2010, in Portage, Wisconsin.
He is survived by his wife Tina, father Jake Nickel, one daughter, one son, and their families. He is also survived by two sisters, one brother, and their families.
He was predeceased by his mother Tina in 1999.
The funeral service will be held Friday, July 30, at 2:00 p.m. at Southland Community Church, 190 Hwy 52 W, Steinbach, MB, with interment at Heritage Cemetery, Steinbach. Viewing will be Thursday, July 29, at 7:00 p.m. with a devotional at 7:30 p.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, 150 Penfeld Drive, Steinbach, and at the church prior to the service.
Donations may be made to Southland Community Church, Box 219, Steinbach, MB R5G 1M2
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030 |
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ELIZABETH STOESZ
Elizabeth Stoesz, 78, of Niverville, MB, passed away Saturday, July 24, 2010, at Concordia Hospital, Winnipeg, MB.
She is survived by her husband Cornie, two daughters, three sons, and their families.
The funeral for Elizabeth Stoesz will be held Thursday, July 29, at 10:30 a.m., at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, 150 Penfeld Drive, Steinbach., with interment at Hespler Cemetery, Niverville. Viewing willl be at Southland Community Church, 190 Hwy 52 W, Steinbach, Wednesday, July 28, 7:00 p.m. with a devotional at 7:30 p.m., and at the chapel prior to the service.
Donations in memory of Elizabeth may be made to Cancer Care Manitoba, 1109 - 675 McDermot Ave.; Wpg., MB R3E 0V9
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030 |
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PETER FROESE
Peter Froese, 99, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2010, at his residence in Grunthal, MB, with his children by his side.
Dad leaves to mourn three daughters: Betty (Leonard Friesen), Nettie (John Wiens), Helen (Benny Friesen), son Ron (Yolanda) daughter-in-law Jessie, 15 grandchildren, 30 great grand-children, and one sister-in-law Dorothy Schellenberg.
Dad was predeceased by his wife, Helen, son Pete, grandson Ron, great-grandson Ethan, one brother, and three sisters.
Viewing will be held Friday, July 30, at 7:00 p.m. with a devotional at 7:30 p.m., at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, 150 Penfeld Drive, Steinbach. The funeral service will take place Saturday, July 31, at 2:00 p.m. at Elim Mennonite Church, Grunthal, MB with interment at the Grunthal Cemetery.
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030 |
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GORDON PLOVIE
Gordon Emerie Plovie, the son of Elizabeth (Moffatt) and Emerie Plovie, was born October 28, 1922 in Warroad, Minnesota. Gordon attended school in Middlebro, Manitoba.
Gordon will be missed by his children: Larry (Kathy) Plovie, Nancy (Richard) Reinhart and Gary (Marilyn) Plovie; his grandchildren: Steven (Jennifer) Plovie, Barbara (Troy) Sundvall, Raymond (Heather) Reinhart, Michael (Ashley) Reinhart; and his greatgrandchildren who were all special to him. He is also survived by his brothers-in-law, John (Carole) Hreno, Walter (Diane) Hreno, and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brother John, sisters Eleanor and Marion.
Gordon passed away July 24, 2010 at the age of 87.
Vita Funeral Home in care of arrangements. |
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GEORGE H. ENNS
It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved father and grandfather, Gerhard (George) Hoeppner Enns, on July 21, 2010 at the Poseidon Care Centre in Winnipeg. He will be deeply missed by his children Kenneth (Lesley), Stanley (Maureen Benoit) and Eleanor MacDougall (Grant), as well as his grandchildren David, Gregory , Melanie (Keith McKague), Amelia, William and Charlotte. He is survived by his brothers Jake(Ruth), Neil(Leona) and Waldo Enns, and sisters Connie(Vic Hamm), Anne( Peter Berg), Helen Bergman, Mary(Bill Giesbrecht), Hildie(Peter Braun), and Edith(Vern Fast).He is also survived by the extended A. T. Loewen family. George was predeceased by his wife, Evelyn Ratzlaff Enns, neé Loewen, and by his infant daughter, Evelyn Georgina. He was also predeceased by his parents, Agathe Hoeppner Enns and Gerhard Gerhard Enns; his sister, Judith; his brothers, Dietrich and Peter; and his brother-in-law, Henry Bergman.
The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 28, 2010, at 2:00 p.m. at Birchwood Funeral, 150 Penfeld Dr., Steinbach, MB. A gathering of family and friends will take place at the Kildonan Community Church, 2373 Main Street, Winnipeg, Tuesday, August 3, 2010, at 7:30 p.m.
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030 |
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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Barry on July 20, 2010, at the age of 77 years, at his home in Niverville.
Barry will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his loving wife of 57 years, Helen; and his daughters, Debby (Brian) Strong, June (Don) Elliot, and Dawna (Doug) Knutt. He was an inspiration to his grandchildren, Morgan (Leah) and Brian (Cate) Strong; Holly (Greg) Storey, William (Andrea) Elliot; Scott, Barry (Autumn) and Kyle Knutt; Sean (Nickey) and Justin Edwards, Shannon (Steve) Ginter, and their mother Kim; and also his great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Francis Askin, brother Chuck (Nona) Edwards, and brother-in-law Sandy (Carmen) Grant.
Mom and girls would like to thank all the staff and residents of the Niverville Credit Union Manor for their care and kindness. The ALS Society of Manitoba and the ALS Team has been there for dad and family every step of the way, and we thank you.
The service to celebrate Barry's life will be held Tuesday July 27 at the Morris United Church. If friends so desire, donations may be made in Barry's honour to the ALS Society of Manitoba.
Funeral arrangements in the care of Morris Funeral Home.
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RUSSELL MARTENS
Peacefully on Tuesday, July 20, with his family at his side, Russ went to his heavenly home due to complications following heart surgery.
He will be very sadly missed and forever loved by the love of his life for 18 years, Melissa, and his three children, Tie, Jarred and Taylor. Russ is also survived by his parents, Elmer & Frieda Martens, brothers Randy (Marilyn), Daryl (Carol), sisters Shirley (Brian), Shannon (Randy) and in-laws Garry & Allyson Antonyshyn and sister and brother-in-law Jenn & Dwayne Penner as well as numerous nieces & nephews.
Cremation has taken place.
A memorial service will be held on Monday, July 26 at 1:00 p.m. at the Steinbach Mennonite Church 345 Loewen Blvd., Steinbach .
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Martens' Children Family Trust at the Steinbach Credit Union.
The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the numerous doctors and nurses in the CICU at St. Boniface Hospital in Winnipeg for their compassionate care, as well as all the prayers and support we have received during this difficult time. |
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JAKE KLIEWER
After a remarkable life, Jake Kliewer, 94, of Steinbach, MB, formerly of Kleefeld, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2010, at the Bethesda Hospital, Steinbach, MB.
He is survived by Elsie, his loving wife of 68 years; his son Ken (Iris); daughters: Judy (Fred), Joey (John), Lori (Loren); grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Viewing will be Wed, July 21, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, 150 Penfeld Drive, Steinbach. The funeral service will be held Thurs. July 22, at 11:00 a.m. at the Evangelical Mennonite Church, 422 Main Street, Steinbach, MB, with interment at Kleefeld EMC cemetery.
If friends so desire, donations may be made to Mennonite Central Committee, 134 Plaza Drive; Winnipeg, MB R3T 5K9, or to a charity of their choice.
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030 |
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SUSIE SCHALLA
(nee Harder)
On Saturday, July 17, 2010, Susie passed away peacefully surrounded by her family. Susie will be greatly missed by all who knew her and were loved by her.
Susie is survived by her sons Ray (Flora) and Ron (Elisabeth) and daughter Susan (Ben), her grandchildren Nancy-Ann, Heidi, Nathan, Billy, Cammie, Steven, Jessica and David. She is also survived by her brothers, sisters, brothers in-law and sisters in-law, Pete, Neil (Kay), Tina, Mary (Ed), Henry (Evelyn), Sara, Agnes, Dave (Louise) and Eva and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Herman W., son Ralph and brothers Jacob, Diedrich and Abe.
A celebration of life service will be held on Thursday, July 22 at 2:00 p.m. at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 465 Henry Street, Steinbach, MB.
Donations may be made to St. Paul's Lutheran Church, South Eastman Health-Bethesda Place or Envision.
Sobering Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, Beausejour • 268-3510 or MB Toll Free 1-877-776-2220 |
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BILL KNELSEN
Bill Knelsen of Steinbach passed away Monday, July 12, 2010 at Bethesda Hospital at the age of 70 years.
He is survived by his wife Susanna, two daughters, three sons and their families as well as by five sisters, three brothers and their families.
The funeral service will be held Thursday, July 15, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel in Steinbach with interment at Heritage Cemetery.
If friends so desire donations may be made to Cancer Care Manitoba Foundation, 1109 - 675 McDermot Ave.; Wpg., MB R3E 0V9
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030 |
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MARVIN THIESSEN
Marvin Thiessen of Mitchell MB passed away Friday, July 9, 2010 at the Bethesda hospital in Steinbach at the age of 75 years.
He is survived by his wife Wendy, 2 daughters, 2 sons and their families; as well as by 3 sisters and their families.
The funeral service will be held Thursday, July 15 at 11:00 a.m. at the Evangelical Mennonite Church in Blumenort with interment to follow at the Austin Cemetery.
If friends so desire donations may be made to Teach Beyond (formerly known as Janz Team Ministries), 2121 Henderson Hwy., Winnipeg, MB R2G 1P8
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030 |
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JOSEPH ERNEST EMES
On Friday, July 9, 2010 Joe passed away peacefully at the age of 88 after a brief illness.
Joe was predeceased by his brothers Tom, George and Bruce and sisters Ila and Mae Grottenberg. He leaves to cherish his loving wife Regina of 64 plus years; his daughter Wanda (Duane) Boutang; three grandchildren Marisa (Keir) Savage, Dayna (Grant) Jongejan and Darren (Cheryl) Boutang; one great grandchild Rory Savage; his sister Winona Thomson and brother Lorne (Anne) Emes; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Heartfelt thanks to Dr. Muhammed and the staff at the Vita Hospital for making his final days comfortable. A memorial service will be held Friday, July 16, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at the Sprague Community Hall with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the East Borderland Senior Housing Inc., Box 207, Sprague MB, R0A 1Z0. |
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BRUCE REIMER
Bruce Reimer passed away Thursday, July 8, 2010 at the age of 59 years.
He was predeceased by his parents, Ben A. and Katherine Reimer and his infant son Darren. He is survived by his wife Cathy, daughters Corinna, Julia and Rachel, son-in-law Chris and granddaughter Olivia; as well as his sisters Donna (Arnie) Reimer and Audrey (Earl) Plett and brother Kent (Charlene) Reimer and many nieces, nephews and friends.
The memorial service will be held Wednesday July 14, 2010 at 2:00 at the Emmanuel Evangelical Free Church with interment at Heritage Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Emmanuel Evangelical Free Church, 360 Mckenzie Avenue, Steinbach, MB R5G 0K6 designated to the Word of Life Church in Ukraine.
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030 |
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ELDON PENNER
1942 - 2010
Peacefully on Tuesday, July 6, 2010 at the Bethesda Hospital in Steinbach our Dad's journey through earthly life ended. We rejoice knowing God has embraced him with open arms in heavenly rest.
He will be greatly missed by his girlfriend and wife of 45 years, Irene. He'll also be forever loved by his children: Jeanette (Ron) and daughters, Ashlyn and Daenica; Gerald (Cindy) and children, Samuel, Spencer, and Sophia; Kendale (Teona) and daughters, Hailey, Kaia, and Anya; Anita (John) and daughter, Vienna.
He'll always remain the big brother to Leonard (Rhea) and Margaret and Charlotte.
Viewing will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, 150 Penfeld Drive, Steinbach on Sunday, July 11 at 7:00 p.m. with a devotional at 7:30 p.m.
The funeral service will be held Monday, July 12 at 2:00 p.m. at the Evangelical Mennonite Church in Blumenort with interment at the Blumenort EMC Cemetery.
If friends so desire donations may be made to Mennonite Central Committee, 134 Plaza Drive; Winnipeg, MB R3T 5K9
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030 |
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ELSIE KOLODZINSKI
Passed away at Vita Hospital on Tuesday, July 6, 2010 at the age of 89 years. She owned and operated the Tolstoi Hotel for 68 years.
Left to mourn her passing are her daughters Olivia Davies, Adelle (Ian) Mayberry, Patricia (Dennis) Beyak and Debbie (Frank) Laxdal all of Winnipeg; six grandchildren and six great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Walter Kolozinski in 1983.
Prayers will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, 150 Penfeld Drive, Steinbach on Tuesday, July 13 at 7:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held Wednesday, July 14, at 10:00 a.m. at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Ukrainian Catholic Church in Tolstoi with interment at the parish cemetery one mile south and one mile west of Tolstoi.
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030 |
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SHANE WILLIAM CHRISTOFFERSON
Shane William Christofferson, aged 22 years, of Middlebro, Manitoba, Canada passed away on July 4, 2010 at Mooselake Provincial Park as result of a swimming accident.
Shane was born in Roseau, MN. U.S.A. on March 29, 1988, and went to school in Sprague, Manitoba, Canada.
Shane is survived by his father Jim, mother Patty, sister Cathy, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.
Shane’s funeral service will be held at the Middlebro Community Hall on Saturday, July 10, 2010 at 2 p.m. with interment at the Middlebro Cemetery following the service.
Vita Funeral Home in care of arrangements. |
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SARAH MATILDA GILCHRIST
It is with regret we announce the death of Sarah Matilda Gilchrist age 91,at Boundry Trails Hospital. She is survived by her sister Ruby and predeceased by her son Kenneth and seven brothers and sisters. Born in 1918 Sarah lived all her life in the Ridgeville area, farming and involved in community life. A short family service will be held at Ridgeville Cemetery 1p.m. Friday July 9.
The Rev. M.Wedell will be officiating. Special thank you to Emerson Care Home for their expert care in this last year.
Prairieland Funeral Home • 226-7581 |
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JOSEPH CHIPILSKI
Peacefully on Friday, July 2, 2010 at the St. Pierre Hospital, Joseph Albert Chipilski, 94, of Grunthal went to be with the Lord his Savior.
He is survived by his wife Marie (nee Friesen), four sons and one daughter:
Viewing will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel in Steinbach on Monday, July 5, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. with a devotional at 7:30 p.m. The funeral service will be held Tuesday, July 6 at 1:30 p.m. at Christ Our Savior Catholic Church, 365 Loewen Blvd, Steinbach with interment at Hespeler Cemetery in Niverville
In lieu of flowers donation may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba.
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030 |
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