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TEDDY (EDNA) PUGH nee CURRAN (FRANCIS)
Teddy died peacefully surrounded by family on May 5, 2002. Survived by her husband James and her children John, Maxine (Ray), Alix-Ruth, Norma (Rolf), Harold (Deborah), Rosanne (Steve), Shirley (Darryl) and grandchildren Brett (Jennifer), Barbara, Jamie, Arianne, Jolene, Tamara, Tavis, Jason, Matthew and Jena.
She will be dearly remembered by her sisters Shirley (Dave), Jean (Barry) and brother Jack (Ethel) and their families.
Teddy lived her life with great enthusiasm. She never wanted to miss out on anything. Family, friends and music were great joys in her life. Her fun loving and generous spirit will be missed by all.
A memorial service was held on Thursday, May 9, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. at Neil Bardal Inc., 984 Portage Avenue, entrance on Aubrey Street.
Flowers gratefully declined. Donations can be directed to the Crescent Fort Rouge United Church Renovation Fund or a charity of your choice.
ALBERT (BERT) JAMES EISTHEN
JANUARY 26, 1950 - MAY 3, 2002
Albert James peacefully joined his father, William Russell, second father Lowell and his brother-in-law John May 3, 2002.
Survived by his mother Phyllis, sister Sharon, John (Ester), Jim (Amy), Andrew and his brother George (Vera), Russell, Matthew and Kama Rae.
Bert will be sadly missed by all of his families and his many friends.He was always ready to lend a hand; a work project was never too big or too small for him to tackle.
Bert was known as the local groundskeeper at the trailer park. He enjoyed the campfire get togethers, the occasional horseshoe ringer, the sometimes "pretty good" golf shot and our family gatherings.
He had a unique sense of humour and loved a good joke, especially after he took pleasure in the "odd" refreshment. Bert's warm, caring nature, his ability to share and his patience with children and animals will be fondly remembered by all.
A memorial service was held on Friday, May 10, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. at Neil Bardal Inc., 984 Portage Avenue, entrance on Aubrey Street. A private Interment will take place.
Flowers are gratefully declined.
EUGENE (GENE) GARDNER CLYDE
Suddenly, in Winnipeg on Wednesday, May 1, 2002 Gene Clyde, beloved husband of Rose, passed away at the age of 78.
A memorial service was held on Tuesday, May 7, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at Oxford United Church, 621 Oxford Street. Longer notice to follow.
MICHAEL KOSTYNIUK
Michael passed away at the Grace Hospital at age 82. Predeceased by his wife Gaye, his parents and two brothers. He is survived by two brothers Nicholas and Harry, two nieces, two nephews and their children, also friends.
Funeral Mass was held on Tuesday, May 7, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at Mary Mother of the Church, 85 Kirkbridge Drive, with viewing one half hour prior to the service. Interment at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens.
PRAKSELA (PARASKEVIA) BARON
God called our Mother to her eternal rest suddenly, April 30, 2002 at Bethania Personal Care Home.
She was born February 1, 1906 in Dabrowicy, Ukraine. She immigrated to Canada in May 1953. She was predeceased by her husband Ertman Baron in 1984, 3 children in infancy and a granddaughter also in infancy.
She is survived by her daughters, Berta and husband Josef, Alwine and husband Gustav, Lili and husband Nelson; grandchildren Deborah and great granddaughter Stefanie, Christine, Peter and wife Venessa, Jeffrey Peitsch and wife Lorraine and great grandson Jeffrey Jr. and Lisa Peitsch.
Funeral service was Friday, May 3, at 10:00 a.m. with viewing one half-hour prior to service at Lutheran Church of the Cross, 560 Arlington Street with Pastor Christoph Reiners officiating. Interment at Brookside Cemetery.
The family expresses their gratitude to the staff at Bethania Personal Care Home for their tender care of our Mother and their extreme kindness and support given to our family. May God bless you all.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lutheran Church of the Cross or Bethania Personal Care Home.
"Ruhe in frieden, Mutti, Oma and Omi"
LILLIAN BRIDGES
Peacefully at the Victoria Hospital, Lillian Bridges passed away at the age of 78 years.
Arrangements are pending.
IVY ROBERTSON
On Wednesday, November 20, 2002, at the age of 86 years, Ivy Robertson passed away.
She is survived by her son Ron (Linda), grandchildren Norman and Paula, and her great granddaughter Adaira, who brought her such delight. She was predeceased in 1990 by her loving husband Benny. They had been married 51 years. She is also survived by one sister Gwen Walker (Ernie)
We thank the Lord for the very kind and loving care Mom received at Calvary Place during these past 3 years.
Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m., Sunday, November 24 at Neil Bardal Inc., 984 Portage Avenue, Aubrey Street entrance. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday at St. Thomas Anglican Church, 1567 William Avenue. Interment at Brookside Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Calvary Place, 1325 Erin Street, Winnipeg, R3E 3R6.
Jesus said unto her, "I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live. And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. Believeth thou this?" John 11:25-26
HARRY KEARNEY (BUD) HOLOHAN
Peacefully, on Monday November 18, 2002 at the St. Boniface Hospital Bud Holohan passed away at the age of 71.
Bud was predeceased by his parents Thomas and Charlotte Holohan and his sister and brother-in-law Muriel and Ben Berntt. He is survived by his nephew Terry Berntt, his wife Penny and their children Bronwyn, Megan and Brendan.
Bud grew up in the West End of Winnipeg during his youth and then spent his latter years in Fort Rouge. As a young man he worked as a Porter for the Railway. He then went on to open and operate his own Insurance Business for many years. He later became involved in the Transportation Business and Fort Rouge Plate and Auto Glass. At the time of his death Bud was employed part time with the City of Winnipeg Board of Revisions.
Bud's greatest passion in life was his involvement in the sport of hockey. He was Manager of the Winnipeg Maroons Hockey Club in the early 1960's. This led to the formation of the Canadian National Hockey Program, of which Bud was a manager in the late 1960's. It was during this time that he became involved with the Canadian Olympic Team in 1967-68 as the Educational Advisor. Alongside his good friend and mentor Father David Bauer, Bud encouraged the hockey players to develop their mental and moral skills as well as their physical attributes. In 1999 Bud was inducted into the Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame as a member of the 1964 Winnipeg Maroons Allan Cup Champions of Canada.
The family would like to thank Bud's friends for their support during his brief illness. Also thank you to the staff of the St. Boniface Hospital for their care. A special thanks goes to the Gerrie family for their many years of friendship. To Bud, you were family!
At Bud's request there will not be a formal funeral service. Cremation has already taken place. There will be a gathering of family and friends to celebrate his life at the Neil Bardal Funeral Home, 984 Portage Avenue on Monday, November 25 from 7-9p.m.. Interment will take place at a later date.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Manitoba Cancer society or the charity of your choice.
MORRIS ARTHUR ROY ZASTRE
On Monday, November 18, 2002, at the Misericordia Hospital, Roy Zastre, beloved husband of Alice passed away at the age of 81 years.
Besides his wife Alice of 56 years, Roy leaves to cherish his memory his son Erroll and wife Judith and their children Matthew and Ruth.
Roy was predeceased by his parents Victoria and Tom, sister Lucille and brothers Paul and Lou.
Roy served overseas for 6 years in the Canadian Army during World War II.
At his request, cremation has taken place, and a private service will be held.
MARIA DE JESUS COSTA
1910 - 2002
Maria de Jesus Costa (nee Botelho) of Calgary, Alberta passed away at the Bethany Harvest Hills Care Centre on Wednesday, November 13, 2002 at the age of 92 years. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Eduardo Cordeiro Costa on January 3, 1982.
Maria was born June 25, 1910 in, S. Miguel, Acores. Maria and Eduardo were married in S. Miguel on June 10, 1935. She immigrated to Winnipeg, with Eduardo in March of 1973. She has lived in Calgary since July 1998.
Maria is the loving mother of a son and daughter-in-law Eduardo and Julieta Da Costa of Calgary; two daughters and sons-in-law Maria Manuela and Frank Correia of Providence, RI, Maria Margarida and Jose Cabral of Winnipeg; nine grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren. She is also survived by two brothers and a sister-in-law, Jose and Rita Botelho of S. Miguel, and Adelino Botelho of Mississauga, Ont.
Funeral Mass wias celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 19, 2002 at Holy Rosary Church, 510 River Avenue, with viewing prior to the service. Interment at Assumption Cemetery. The only family members who have accepted the honour of Pallbearer are Eduardo Da Costa, Joe Costa, Miguel Costa and Nick Bevilacqua.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Alzheimer Society of Calgary, 1920 - 11th Street S.E. Calgary, Alberta, T2G 3G2.
Thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff for their loving and caring support for our beloved mother, mother-in-law, and grandmother.
CHARLOTTE ELEANOR WELLARD
Peacefully at the Victoria General Hospital on Wednesday, November 13, 2002 Charlotte Wellard passed away at the age of 91 years.
Charlotte was predeceased by her husband Harold. She is survived by her daughter Vera Ott and son David (Susan) and many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.
In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of life memorial service was held at 4:00 p.m., Sunday, November 17 at Southlands Community Church of the Salvation Army, 85 Keslar Road.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to a charity of choice.
MARGARET WILLS
Peacefully on Wednesday, November 13, 2002, Margaret Wills, widow of Harvey Wills passed away at Concordia Hospital.
Left to cherish her memory are her children Donna, Margaret (Gerald) and David (Tina) and her grandchildren Jason, Margaret, Christine, Sandra, Naomi and Cindy.
According to her wishes, there will be no memorial service.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Margaret's memory to the Canadian Cancer Society, Manitoba Division, 193 Sherbrook Street, R3C 2B7.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Harris and the caring nursing staff at Concordia Hospital.
NORMAN ALENXANDER PAYNE
Peacefully on November 2, 2002 Norman Payne passed away at Central Park Lodge at the age of 80 years.
A private family service has taken place.
GUDNEY (GWEN) VIOLA JACKETT (NEE KJARTANSON)
Born: March 7, 1922 Died: November 12, 2002
Gwen was born in Beckville, Manitoba on March 7, 1922. She had fond memories of her youth on the farm. The family moved to Winnipeg in 1930 when she was 8 years old. Until her death, Gwen would visit the Amaranth District to enjoy time with the many friends she had made.
When war broke out, Gwen went to Toronto to work in a small arms plant for DeHavilland Aircraft. She married her husband, Roy, on November 23, 1945. She worked at home, seaming nets for her father's commercial fish business. She later worked for several years as a sales clerk at the Bay. She trained in the then infant computer industry as a keypunch operator. She worked for Soo Securities Motorways from 1958-1960. She worked for the Provincial Government Data Services as Data Preparations Supervisor until her retirement in 1982 where she made some wonderful friends. It was during this time that she also taught keypunching at Red River Community College. After retirement, she and her husband Roy enjoyed going to Husavik in the summer where they had a trailer. Their grandchildren would often spend the entire summer with them which brought them great joy. Gwen loved her family above all. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Gwen was pre-deceased by her husband Roy, father Jule, mother Jennie, brothers Jule, Kjartan, and Terry Kjartanson and sisters Dorothy Tuck and Evelyn Clark.
She is survived by sons, Richard (June), John (Helena), grandchildren Karley (David Costa), Christie and Todd and great grandson, Anthony Costa as well as her brother John and sisters Hazel MacLeod, Vivian Stunden and Helen Plett.
A memorial service was held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 16, 2002 at Neil Bardal Inc., 984 Portage Avenue, Aubrey Street entrance.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Beckville Cemetery Fund c/o Amaranth Credit Union, Amaranth Man. R0H 0B0 would be greatly appreciated.
Rest in peace, Gwen
GEORGE WILLIAM (BILL) SCHICK
His beloved wife Jean at his side, Bill (also known as George) Schick died peacefully November 8, 2002 at age 82 in Grace General Hospital.
Son of Elizabeth Maria and Godfrey Wilhelm Schick, he was born and raised on the family farm at Bayard, SK.
He attended Concordia College in Edmonton and in 1941 enlisted in the Canadian Provost Corps. While serving at Camp Borden, he met Jean who was also in the army. They were married in 1945 and made Winnipeg their home.
Bill worked at Midwest Storage for 39 years, becoming a partner in 1970. He retired in 1985, but then worked for several years at Campbell Lane Real Estate.
He was a founding member of the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer and was active there until his final illness. He was a devoted member of The Winnipeg Rotary Club, The Chamber of Commerce, The Canadian Transportation Association and The Progressive Conservative Party.
Surviving him are his wife, their five children and their spouses, Judith (Stan Rossowski) of Winipeg, Rhonda (Ron Filbey) of Winnipeg, Paul of Winnipeg, Mark of Canmore,AB and Karen (Greg Obie) of Wabigoon, ON; two brothers, Tony (Dora) and Alfred (Mable) of Moose Jaw, SK; and two sisters, Anne (Stafford) of Winnipeg and Emma (Morhart) of Moose Jaw, SK; nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
A memorial service was held at 1:30 pm on Wednesday, November 13 at the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, 59 Academy Rd, Winnipeg.
Donations from friends may be made to the "Lutheran Hour" in care of Neil Bardal Inc., 984 Portage Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3G 0R6.
ERNEST W. NEMISH
Born in Winnipeg on November 3, 1913, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, November 5, 2002.
For 62 years, Ernest was as devoted husband to Geni and will be sadly missed by sons Robert (Wendy) & Bryan (Faith) & daughter Wendy (Brock) as well as his brother Herb (Rita), sister Marjorie & sister-in-law Aline. He also leaves to mourn 10 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren & many nieces & nephews.
He was predeceased by brother Eugene in 2001.
Ernie was the happiest when surrounded by his family who recently gathered to celebrate his 89th birthday & where his musical talent as an accomplished pianist was joyfully displayed & recorded.
For many years he enjoyed his summer vacations at the family cottage in Kenora, Ontario where he had the opportunity to hone his love of nature.
He was a lifelong contributing member of Trinity Lutheran Church where he served on council for more than 50 years & was for many years the organist & choir director.
His devotion to his students as a teacher & Principal for more than 38 years began in Balmoral. He then taught in several Winnipeg Schools, including Norquay, Strathcona, Isbister, and Issac Brock where he earned his students unwavering respect & admiration. He was a man of high moral conduct & unquestionable integrity with an unerring sense of what is right & proper.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, November 9 at 11:00 am at Trinity Lutheran Church with Interment following at Glen Eden Cemetery.
WILLIAM KENNETH PROUT
It is with sadness that the family announces the death of William Kenneth Prout on Thursday, November 7, 2002 at Seven Oaks General Hospital.
Ken's memory will be cherished by his children and their partners: Annette (Roger), Rose (Tom), Ken (Linda), and Lawrence (Lisa), his 12 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, brother Clifford (Rose) Prout, sisters Helen Banting and Emily (Syd) Watts, his nephews and nieces, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife, Jean, parents Elliot and Sarah, brothers George and Goldie Prout, and sisters Nettie Shepherd and Margaret Triggs.
Ken was born on October 27, 1911 at 911 Ashburn Street, Winnipeg to Elliot Austin Prout and his wife, Sarah Ann Bell.
In 1915, the family moved to the Southfield District in southern Manitoba after his father left his position as Inspector, Winnipeg Electric Company (now Winnipeg Transit) to start a mixed farming operation near the village Pratt.
Due to the tough economic times, Ken left the family farm to start working as a farm hand after completing grade 9 at Sydney Public School. He worked on various Manitoba farms in the late 1920's and throughout the Depression. During the winter, he found work as a lumberjack, primarily in northwest Ontario.
In 1941, Ken met his future wife, Jean Drapak, at Louie's coffee shop on Sargent Avenue in Winnipeg. Their love grew. On April 15, 1942 he and Jean were wed and the two of them enjoyed 54 years of married life together.
In 1941, Ken enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force as a mechanic. For the duration of World War II, Ken and Jean lived on a number of Commonwealth Flight Training Stations in Manitoba (Souris, Rivers, Gimli). In 1951 Ken was transferred to 418 Squadron in Edmonton. Subsequently, he was posted to Langar, England and Zweibrucken, Germany from 1953 to 1954. Upon his return to Canada, he became the chief mechanic at RCAF base Macdonald, Manitoba. When the base was de-commissioned in 1959, Ken's final posting was to 435 Squadron in Winnipeg where he retired from the air force in 1961 with the rank of Flight Sergeant. From 1961 until 1976 Ken was the manager of the Auto Club service station on the air force base. Upon his retirement from the Auto Club in 1976, Ken received the meritorious award for outstanding service from the base commander.
Ken and Jean had a long and happy marriage together. They enjoyed bowling, dancing, bridge and whist. In his later life, tending his vegetable and flower gardens gave Ken great pleasure. The greatest joy for Ken, however, was watching his children and grandchildren grow up. He was always proud of them and with his gentle demeanour and words he nurtured them with love and wisdom.
Ken was a religious person who always tried to see the best in others. He respected everyone regardless of his or her faith, colour, or background. As a practicing Roman Catholic, he joined the Knights of Columbus in 1947, receiving an Honorary Life Membership for his many years of community service. For the past 24 years he was a parishioner of St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church.
Ken contributed to the community at large as well. In 1986 he received the Good Neighbour Award from Willow Park Housing Co-op in recognition of his kindness and caring to his fellow residents, especially the neighbourhood children. To the children he was simply known as Grandpa.
Ken was a gentleman in the truest sense of the word. He was a loving, kind, and very patient person. Family and friends would often ask Ken for his advice on issues and his wisdom would help clarify the matter.
The family would like to express their appreciation to the many health-care professionals who took care of our father, especially Dr. Les Ullyot, Dr. Ramesh Mehta, and the staff in 5U7 at Seven Oaks General Hospital who provided outstanding care and compassion for Dad during the past two months. In addition, they would like to thank the residents of Willow Park Housing Co-op, Amber Meadow Seniors Residence, the parishioners of St. Peter's Church, and other untold individuals for their friendship. It gave Dad great pleasure to have been your friend.
Finally, and most importantly, we would like to thank God for having blessed us with this extraordinary person. Dad lived a long and happy life and his love made all of us better for it.
At Dad's request, cremation has taken place. Prayers were said on Monday, November 11 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, 748 Keewatin Street. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Tuesday, November 12 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Peter's Church. Interment followed in Assumption Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Seven Oaks General Hospital Foundation, 2300 McPhillips Street would be appreciated.
DORA KATHLEEN (KELLS) ENGLISH
1907 - 2002
passed away on November 2, 2002, at St. Norbert Personal Care Home, at the age of 95 years. Dora English was the widow of George English.
She is survived by a daughter, Arlene Fowlis of Edmonton, a son Brian Kells of Winnipeg, six grandchildren, William (Leslie) Fowlis, Robert Fowlis, and Donald (Rhesa) Fowlis of Calgary; Linda (James) Spurr of Edmonton; Madeline and Elaine Kells of Winnipeg; and four great grandchildren: David, Allen, Janelle and Andrew Fowlis.
Dora is also survived by her sisters Lena Farrington of Toronto and Edna Young of Kenora; her brother-in-law Henry (Hazel) English, her sister-in-law Betty (Harvey) Fleming; stepson Howard (Joan) English; step-daughter Lynn and grand-daughter Melanie Olibrice, all of Winnipeg, and many nieces, nephews and friends.
A Memorial Service was held on Wednesday, November 6, 2002, 2:00 PM, at Neil Bardal Inc., 984 Portage Avenue (Aubrey Street entrance) with Rev. Eleanor Geib officiating. Interment took place in Garry Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a charity of your choice.
EVA (MYRLE) WALKINSHAW (NEE THOMAS)
NOVEMBER 27, 1911 - OCTOBER 31, 2002
Peacefully on October 31, 2002, Myrle passed away at Central Park Lodge.
Predeceased by her parents and sister Marg Hartig, she is survived by her daughter Janis Walkinshaw.
At Myrle's request no formal service will be held.
