OBITUARIES

Brian David Poetker

Brian David Poetker

Jul 25, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of my life partner, dog dad, son, brother, uncle and friend, Brian David Poetker on Thursday, July 25th, 2024.

Brian was born on June 7th 1964 to Jacob & Elma Poetker, formerly of New Bothwell, Manitoba. Brian grew up on the family farm just south of New Bothwell. At a...

(Anne) Esther Isaac (nee Konrad)

(Anne) Esther Isaac (nee Konrad)

Jul 16, 2024

Esther was born on March 21, 1936, in Winnipeg, to John and Anna Konrad. She was the 4th of 6 children. She grew up in a loving home where her parents instilled values of faith in God, respect, hard work, and honesty. 

Esther inherited a love of music from her parents, and sang many solos, and in many groups and choirs...

Rene Joseph Jacques Hebert

Rene Joseph Jacques Hebert

Jul 15, 2024

On July 15, 2024 Rene Joseph Jacques Hebert passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home in Lorette, MB.

Rene was born April 5, 1946 at the St Boniface Hospital. 

He was predeceased by is father; Jean (1964) mother; Bernadette (1986) and his brother; Roger (1978).

Rene is survived and mourned by his wife of 51 years; Donna (Wiklund) sons; Greg and...

Wayne Jacob Poetker

Wayne Jacob Poetker

Jul 9, 2024



NEW SERVICE DATE, LOCATION, AND TIME

It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our dear son, brother and uncle; Wayne Jacob Poetker of Calgary, Alberta.

Wayne was born on December 15th, 1965 to Jacob and Elma Poetker of New Bothwell, Manitoba. Wayne grew up on the family farm and lived there until he decided to make the...

Peter Ginter Funk

Peter Ginter Funk

Jul 9, 2024

In loving memory of Peter Ginter Funk who passed away peacefully, on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at the De Salaberry District Health Centre in St Pierre-Jolys, Manitoba, at the age of 88 years.

 Peter was born on May 12, 1936 in Steinbach, Manitoba. He became a Ranch Hand and worked on various ranches throughout Alberta and Manitoba. He was always respected...

Elda Morrison

Elda Morrison

Jul 9, 2024

Elda Morrison, aged 94, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2024, at her home in Grunthal, MB.

Born on May 28, 1930, in the RM of Hanover to Frank and Margaret Kroeker, Elda grew up on the farm with siblings Clarence, Albert and Shirley. She attended school in Mitchell up until grade 8 when she continued to pursue her education at...

Neil Blatz

Neil Blatz

Jul 7, 2024

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Neil Blatz of Landmark, MB on July 7, 2024, at the young age of 42. Neil brought so much joy and love into our lives; his memories will be cherished forever.

Neil will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed by his children, daughter Savannah; son Griffin; daughter...

Erdmann W. (Ed) Friesen

Erdmann W. (Ed) Friesen

Jul 3, 2024

Unexpectedly, we announce the passing of our husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather on July 3, 2024, at his home away from home; Friesen Accounting on Main Street in Steinbach, at the age of 78.

Ed was pre-deceased by his first wife, Edna; his parents, brother and three sisters.

Ed is survived by his wife Darlene; son Daryl (Susan); daughter Patricia (Kevin);...

Thomas Edward Cauble

Thomas Edward Cauble

Jun 26, 2024

It is with heavy hearts the family announces the unexpected passing of their beloved father, son and brother Thomas Edward Cauble on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. 

Cremation will take place and there will be no formal services planned.

Joseph George Gareau

Joseph George Gareau

Jun 21, 2024

Joseph George Gareau, affectionately known as "Wabiskha" during his youth and "Papa George" later in life, was born on February 10, 1941, in Eriksdale, Manitoba. He was baptized on May 5, 1941, in St. Laurent, Manitoba. George passed away peacefully on June 21, 2024 with family by his side, at the Actionmarguerite Centre in St. Vital, Winnipeg, Manitoba.

 George is survived...

Russell Kenneth Plett

Russell Kenneth Plett

Jun 8, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we the family share the untimely departure of Russell Kenneth Plett, affectionately known as Ken, on June 8, 2024, at the age of 66. It has left a deep void in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing him. 

Ken was born on February 20, 1958, at the Misericordia Hospital in Winnipeg,...

Ronald Bruce Frederickson

Ronald Bruce Frederickson

Jun 7, 2024

Peacefully at home with family by his side, Ron Frederickson passed away on June 7, 2024, at the age of 66.

Predeceased by his parents, Marion and Ivan, and brothers Ivor, Donald, Armand, and Carl.

He will be deeply missed by Tammy, his wife of 45 years, his children Chris (Jamie), Alesha (James), and Cassandra (Zachary), his two grandchildren Bailey and Peyton,...

Mary Warkentin Plett

Mary Warkentin Plett

Jun 6, 2024

Mary Plett, age 93, of Steinbach, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 06, 2024 at Bethesda Regional Health Centre in Steinbach.She was predeceased by her husband Willie (2014), granddaughter Jenna (2013)and daughter Beverly (2016), as well as her parents Katherine and Henry Warkentin, brothers Albert, Peter, Edwin and sisters Dora, and Caroline. Left to cherish her memory are her children: Randy,...

Roger Franz Trikojat

Roger Franz Trikojat

Jun 4, 2024

Unexpectedly, yet peacefully on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, Roger Franz Trikojat age 61 passed away at the Health Sciences Centre. Roger was predeceased by his father, and stepfather, his life companion Dana Boone as well as his dog Raven.Left to cherish his many memories is his mother Anita Korpas; his three stepchildrenTanya, Ryan, and Danielle; as well as close friends he...

John Alexander Collier

John Alexander Collier

Jun 3, 2024

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our family's beloved Patriarch, John Alexander Collier, on June 3rd, 2023, at 74.John is survived by his son, Edward Keddy, and his two sisters, Susan Fudge and Karen Mcwhirter. John is pre-deceased by his loving wife, Cecilia Edwards Collier, who passed away in September of 2023, as well as his...

James Douglas Payette

James Douglas Payette

Jun 2, 2024

James Payette, born October 11, 1942, in Kingston Ontario, to Elizabeth Payette and raised by Wilfred and Mary Shortall, left us with heavy hearts on June 2, 2024, where he lost his battle with lung cancer in Ste. Anne, Manitoba. James leaves behind a legacy of love and family. His children Ken (Val), Jimmy, Heather (Floyd), Nicole (Claude) and Danielle (Rudy),...

Bertha Froese

Bertha Froese

Jun 1, 2024

It is with deep sorrow and sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and friend Bertha Froese, on Saturday June 1, 2024. Bertha was surrounded by her family as she entered the loving arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Bertha will be deeply missed by her husband George of 32 years;...

Blair William Kucy Toonstra

Blair William Kucy Toonstra

May 30, 2024

It is with disbelief and unbelievable sadness the family of Blair Toonstra announce his unexpected passing at home, on May 30th, 2024.He leaves behind his wife Bobbi and his mother Lovey (Kucy) with broken hearts.  He was predeceased by his dad John in 1991. Blair met the love of his life, his missing puzzle piece, in 2018, and from that moment...

Jacob (Jake) Doerksen

Jacob (Jake) Doerksen

May 28, 2024

It’s with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Jacob Doerksen on May 28, 2024 at the age of 53.  

Jacob will be deeply missed by his mom, Elma. Brothers: Henry (Susan), Peter (Rhonda), John (Christine), Ray (Natascha) and sisters: Marie (Normand), Helena (Jim), Lin (Cal), Rose (John), Diane (Art), Lorraine (Ed) along with several nieces and nephews. 

 Jacob was predeceased...

Hilda Kroeker (nee: Wiebe)

Hilda Kroeker (nee: Wiebe)

May 26, 2024

Born on August 11, 1932, Hilda Kroeker was one of twelve children born to Henry and Susanna Wiebe in the municipality of Hanover, Manitoba. The relationships with her four sisters and seven brothers set the tone for what would be her legacy of love and commitment to family.

In September of 1959, Hilda married the love of her life, Cornelius Kroeker....

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