Obituaries - May 2011 - full obituaries in The Carillon
KEN DRACASS

Early Tuesday, May 2, 2011, Ken left his family to find greener pastures to plant his garden. He will be greatly missed by wife Betty, children Brian and Heather (Brian Heinrichs) and the great joy of his life, grandchildren Brenden and Kaeden Heinrichs.

Surviving his memory are his mother, Ethel Dracass, of Nipawin, SK, his sisters Irene (Larry) Stevenson, Shirley (Corny) Ruiter and Helen (Brian) Wiebe, his brothers Barry (Jeanette) Dracass and Bruce (Carol Anne) Dracass, brother-in-law Dan Verbeke plus numerous nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, May 9 at 2 p.m. at Bethesda Place, 399 Hospital Street in Steinbach.

Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030
ELIZABETH TOEWS
Elizabeth (Liese) Toews nee Loeppky
Dec. 26, 1920 – May 7, 2011

Surrounded by family, Elizabeth passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 7th, 2011 at Bethesda Place, Steinbach, MB at age 90. She was predeceased by her husband Peter P. Toews in 1995.

She is survived by her daughter Rose (Peter) Doerksen of Winnipeg, their children Bonnie Appelt of Winnipeg and Raymond Doerksen and partner Mike of St. Mary’s, ON; son Allen (Bettie) Toews of Winnipeg, their children Jaime (Darren) Spyksma of Nanaimo, BC and Adam (C0ri Dreger) Toews of Gillam, MB; son Don (Linda St. Godard) Toews of Harcourt, ON and daughter Kimberly Toews of Minden, ON, Billie of North Bay, ON and CJ of Bellville, ON and six great grandchildren. She is also survived by one sister Anne Doerksen, in-laws Marie Loeppky, Helen White, Mary and Stan Kehler, Abe and Mary Kehler, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Special thanks to Dr. Reimer and the entire health care team at Bethesda Place and Woodhaven Manor for the care given to Mom during the last 12 years.

Funeral service will be held Thursday, May 12th, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, in Steinbach, MB, with viewing prior to the service. Interment at the Silberfeld CMC Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Bethesda Place, 399 Hospital St., Steinbach, MB R5G 0E6.

Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030
GLADWIN PLETT

With sadness in our hearts as well as joy for the completion of a life well-lived, we announce the homecoming of Gladwin Plett. At the age of 81 years, peacefully, with wife Jean and family members at his side, Gladwin went to be with his Lord.

Left to treasure his memory are his wife Jean, children Beverly, Barbara (Conrad) and Brian (Wavenie Brathwaite), and grandchildren Carmen (Adrian), Angie, Amy (Graham), Melanie (Mike), Daniel, Nathan, Shanti, and Devyn, and great-grandchild Marlow. Waiting to welcome him are his father Abram, mother Elizabeth, stepmother Susanna, brother Harold, sister Alvina, and daughter-in-law Sherry.

We would like to thank the staff of Donwood Manor Personal Care Home for their compassionate care of dad in his final months.

Viewing will be held Wednesday, May 11, 2011 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Friends Funeral Service, 2146 Main Street. Funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 12 at 10:30 am at McIvor Mennonite Brethren Church, 200 McIvor Avenue. Interment in Glen Eden Memorial Gardens.

Friends Funeral Service - Tel: 339-5555 Fax: 339-5225
ESTHER JOHNSON
May 27, 1928 – May 8, 2011

Esther passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 8th, 2011, after a very brief stay at Bethesda Hospital in Steinbach at the age of 82 years..

Esther was predeceased by her husband Wayne Johnson and two brothers. She is survived by her son Edward and her two grandchildren, Jenna and Gary. She is also survived by two sisters, four brothers and numerous nieces and nephews.

The funeral service for Esther Johnson will be held on Friday, May 13, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, 150 Penfeld Drive, Steinbach, MB, with viewing prior to the service. Interment to follow at the Heritage Cemetery.

Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030
SARAH STYVE
Sept. 5, 1934 – May 10, 2011

Sarah passed away at Parkview Place in Winnipeg at the age of 76 years.

She was predeceased by her parents Gilbert and Esther (Mezzo) Styve, brothers Knute Styve of Nanaimo, BC and Henry Styve of Sprague, MB and her sister Bertha Dowell of Dartmouth, NS. She is survived by her siblings, Anne (Bill) Fehr of Aylmer, ON, Louis (Sandra) of Aylmer, ON, Norman (Lillian) of Sprague, MB, Melvin (Jeanette) of Woodridge, MB and Wilfred (Alice) of Edinburg, Texas as well as many nieces and nephews.

The funeral service will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel in Steinbach on Saturday, May 14, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. with viewing prior to the service. Interment to follow at the Norwegian Cemetery in Menisino, MB.

Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030
NIELS ANNELL

Niels Melvin Brian Annell passed away peacefully on May 10, 2011 at Concordia Hospital at the age of 69 years.

He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Lorna (nee Fielberg), four daughters, one son and their families; seven sisters and one brother. He was predeceased by his parents and two brothers.

The funeral service for Niels Annell will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, 150 Penfeld Drive, in Steinbach on Monday, May 16, 2011 at 12:00 Noon. Ash burial will take place at a later date at the East Braintree Cemetery.

Donations in memory of Niels may be made to the University of Manitoba President’s Fund, 79 Freedman Cres, Winnipeg, MB R3T 9Z9

Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030
KAY WARUNKY

Kay Warunky (nee Hiebert) of Edmonton, AB passed away Tuesday, May 10, 2011 at the Misericordia Hospital in Edmonton. She was the daughter of Mr and Mrs John L.F. Hiebert of Steinbach.
HUGH ALLAN

Hugh William Allan, 60, of Grunthal passed away at his residence on Wednesday, May 11, 2011.

He is survived by his wife Elizabeth, one daughter, two sons and their families; and by three sisters, one brother and their families. He was predeceased by his parents and one sister in infancy.

The memorial service will be held Friday, May 20 at 11:30 a.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel in Steinbach with ash interment to follow at a later date.

If friends so desire donations may be made to The Cancer Research Society Inc., 200 Isabella Street, Suite 305, PO Box 4613, Station E, Ottawa, Ontario K1S 1P7 or to South Eastman Palliative Care Program, P.O. Box 470, La Broquerie, MB R0A 0W0

Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030
DAVID WIEBE

David Wiebe, of Steinbach, former missionary to Bolivia, passed away at Rest Haven Nursing Home on Friday, May 13, 2011 at the age of 90.

He is survived by three daughters, two sons and their families. He was predeceased by his wife Katharina in April 2009.

The funeral service will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel in Steinbach on Sunday, May 15, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. with viewing prior to the service.

If friends so desire donations may be made to New Tribes Mission of Canada, Box 707, Durham, ON N0G 1R0

Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030
MARY GIESBRECHT

Mary Giesbrecht, nee Unrau, passed away at her residence in Steinbach, MB on Thursday, May 12, 2011 at the age of 75 years.

She is survived by two daughters, two sons and their families. She was predeceased by her husband Diamond Bill Giesbrecht.

Viewing will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel in Steinbach on Monday, May 16 at 7:00 p.m. with a devotional at 7:30 p.m. The funeral service will be held Tuesday, May 17 at 11:00 a.m. at the Christian Fellowship Church, 417 Hanover, Steinbach with interment at Heritage Cemetery.

If friends so desire donations may be made to New Tribes Mission of Canada, Box 707, Durham, ON N0G 1R0

Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030
OTTO HOEHN

Otto Hoehn, 92, of Steinbach, formerly of Kleefeld, MB, passed away at Bethesda Place on Thursday, May 12, 2011.

He is survived by his wife Wanda, one daughter, one son and their families as well as by two sisters and their families.

The funeral service will be held Tuesday, May 17 at 2:00 p.m. at the St. Paul Lutheran Church, 465 Henry St, Steinbach with viewing prior to the service. Interment at the St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery.

If friends so desire donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 200 – 310 Broadway; Wpg., MB R3C 0S6

Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030
PHILIPPE (Phil) GOBEIL
December 13, 1940 - May 13, 2011

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Phil at the Bethesda Hospital in Steinbach, Manitoba on Friday, May 13, 2011 at the age of 70 years.

He was predeceased by his father Edouard, mother Emma, brother Denis and niece Lynne Gobeil-Gawron.

Phil is lovingly remembered by his sisters Thérèse (Robert) and Yvonne (John), brothers Lucien (Monique) and Emile (Donna), as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.

According to his wishes, cremation has taken place. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 21, at St. Viateur Parish in Otterburne, Manitoba. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermot Ave, Room ON1160, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9or to the Charity of one’s choice.

Condolences may be sent to www.desjardinsfuneralchapel.ca - DESJARDINS • 233-4949 / 1-888-233-4949
MARGUERITE POIRIER
(neeDesharnais)

Marguerite passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Monday, May 16, 2011 at Le Repos Jolly in St. Pierre, MB. 

Marguerite is survived by her husband Omer, her children Gilbert (Micheline), Maurice (Esther), Edmond (Angele), Roger (Dianne), Denis (Alice), Louis (Diane), Diane (Ed), grandchildren, great grandchildren, brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, and extended family. She is predeceased by her father ZephirinDesharnais, mother Adrienne Desharnais, grandson Adam Poirier, and granddaughter Elisia Block.  

The funeral service will be held at Otterburne Church in Otterburne, MB on May 23, 2011 at 10 am. Interment to follow at the OtterburneCemetary.  

Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Cancer Care Manitoba. 

Vita Funeral Home in care of arrangements, Vita, MB • (204) 425-3114. 
HALA (Helen) OTTAWA-FROESE
May 13, 1930-May 16, 2011

Surrounded by family, Helen Ottawa-Froese passed away peacefully on Monday, May 16, 2011 at the Vita Personal Care Home at the age of 81 years.

A prolific knitter, there are many Afghans across Canada that will keep her memory alive.

Sincerest thanks to Nick, her partner of 21 years, the staff at the Vita Personal Care Home and Dr. Andrew Cooke.

In keeping with mom’s wishes cremation has taken place and there will be no formal service.

Donations may be made to Cancer Care Manitoba Foundation.

One of mom’s favourite pastimes was gambling. Please play on her behalf and let it ride. Good Luck.
MARY BAKER

Mary Baker, 88 years of age, of Calgary, AB, formerly of Selkirk, MB, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at the Southwood Hospice, Calgary, AB with the family at her bedside.

She is survived by 11 children: William Verestiuk of Selkirk, MB, Mary-Anne Martens of Calgary, AB, Olga (Nick) Varkerti of Wpg. MB, Rose (Frank) Palahnuk of Wpg. MB., Peter Verestiuk of Selkirk, MB, Johnny Verestiuk of Prince Albert, SK, Patsy Pelletier of Calgary, AB, Joannie (Paul) Still of Petersfield, MB, Richard Werestiuk of Calgary, AB, Sally (Peter) Poels of Wpg. MB and Michael Shoren of Kelowna, BC. She is also survived by her sister, Rose Valainis of Wpg. MB.

She is predeceased by her parents, a son in 1958, her daughter, Jean Verestiuk in 2010, her late husband, Peter Verestiuk in 1986, her second husband, Al Baker in 1995, her sisters and brothers Anne, Lena, John, Sam, Harry and Peter.

There will be a viewing on May 23, 2011 from 7:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Gilbart Funeral Home located at 309 Eveline Street in Selkirk, MB. Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at Gilbart Funeral Home in Selkirk, MB at 12:00 with viewing at 11:00 A.M. Reception will follow from 1:00 – 2:30 P.M. at Royal Canadian Legion, 409 Eveline Street, Selkirk, MB Internment will follow the lunch in the Green Acres Cemetery – #1 Hwy. East at 1 Green Acres Lane at 3:00 P.M.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made out to the Southwood Hospice at 211 Heritage Drive S.E. Calgary, Alberta T2H 1M9

Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements.
ANNE LISCHYNSKI

With great sadness we announce the passing of our mother on May 17, 2011 at the age of 96 years. She was born and raised in La Broquerie, MB.

She was predeceased by her husband Tony and one daughter Rosie. She leaves to mourn her passing one daughter Bertha (Paul) and two sons Walter (Joanne) of Ohio and Frank (Lee); seven grandchildren and great grandchildren.

As per Mom’s request, cremation has taken place. May Mom rest in peace.

Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030
TRAVIS JONATHON SASS
May 12, 1972 – May 21, 2011

It is with great sadness that we announce the untimely passing of a son, brother, father, uncle and friend.

He leaves to mourn his children, Travis Jr., Taylor and their mother, Dawn; his Mom, Claudine; his Dad, Eldon; brothers, Trevor (Tracy), Tyrone (Karen), Troy (Michelle); and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

Donations may be made to “The Royal Bank” for a trust fund for Travis Jr. and Taylor. Prayers for Travis will be held on Sunday, May 29, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.

The Funeral Service will be held on Monday, May 30, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. Both services will be held at Park Funeral Chapel (311 Third Avenue North, Saskatoon, SK). Interment will follow at Woodlawn Catholic Cemetery, Saskatoon, SK.

To send online condolences to the family, visit www.parkfuneral.ca.
Arrangements entrusted to Greg Lalach, PARK FUNERAL CHAPEL, 306.244.2103.
ELISABETH FRIESEN

Elisabeth Friesen, 94, of Steinbach, MB passed away Bethesda Place Personal Care Home on Thursday, May 26, 2011.

She is survived by two daughters, three sons and their families. She was predeceased by her husband Peter W. Friesen and seven children.

The funeral service will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel in Steinbach on Sunday, May 29 at 2:00 p.m. with viewing prior to the service. Interment at Heritage Cemetery in Steinbach, MB

If friends so desire donations may be made to Bethesda Place, 399 Hospital St., Steinbach, MB R5G 0E6

Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030
GUY SENECAL

Guy Senecal, 57, of La Broquerie, MB passed away at his residence on Thursday, May 26, 2011.

He is survived by his wife Beverly, two daughters and two sons.

The funeral service will be held at Gospel Chapel in La Broquerie, MB on Monday, May 30, 2011 at 2:00 p.m.

If friends so desire donations may be made to assist with funeral expenses.

Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030
PETER BADIUK
 June 9, 1931-May 26, 2011

Peterpeacefully passed away on May 26th, 2011 at the Vita Hospital with his wife Rose, brother John and his friend Al Humphreys by his side. 

Prayers were said at Vita Funeral Home on May 30th, 2011 at 7:00pm. Peter’s funeral service was held at Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Church Vita, Manitoba on May 31st ,2011 at 10:00am. Interment took place in St Nicholas Cemetery Arbakka,  Manitoba.

The family would like to thank Al Humphreys,PatCoffield , the Nurses and the Doctor’s at the Vita Hospital for the care they provided for Peter.

Funeral Arrangements by Vita Funeral Home Vita, Manitoba
ARTHUR B. KRENTZ

Art Krentz, age 86, passed away Friday May 27, 2011. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Evelyn (Grienke) of 59 years. He is also survived by his children: Brian, Kurtis (Jennifer), Sheldon (Hélène), Bradley and their families. He was predeceased by one son and one sister.

Viewing will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel in Steinbach on Monday, May 30 at 7:00 with devotional at 8:00 p.m.

The funeral service will be held at the St Paul Lutheran Church, 465 Henry, Steinbach on Tuesday, May 31 at 2:00 p.m. with viewing prior to the service. Interment at the St. Paul Lutheran Church Cemetery, Hwy #12 S.

Donations in his memory may be made to the St. Paul Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, Steinbach, MB

Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030
ISAAC (IKE) FRIESEN

Isaak (Ike) Friesen, 89, of Steinbach formerly of Grunthal, passed away at Bethesda Hospital on Saturday, May 28, 2011.

He is survived by his wife Tina six sons and their families; two sisters, three brothers and their families.

Viewing will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel in Steinbach on Thursday, June 2 at 7:00 p.m. with a devotional at 7:30 p.m. and at the church prior to the service. The funeral service will be held Friday, June 3 at 2:00 p.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel with interment at Grunthal Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society, 193 Sherbrook Street; Wpg., MB R3C 2B7

Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030
DARLENE SEMENIUK GOBEIL

With great sadness, we announce the passing of our sister Darlene Semeniuk Gobeil at Victoria General Hospital on Sunday, May 29, 2011.

The memorial service will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, 150 Penfeld Dr., Steinbach, MB, on Saturday, June 4 at 10:30 a.m., with interment at Dutka Cemetery. Arrangements by

Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030
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