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STRUK: Mildred Ina Struk (née Klish) was born in Watson, Saskatchewan on April 17, 1930 to John and Katherine Klish, who had come from Poland to settle the land. She loved her parents very much and enjoyed growing up on the family farm, helping out and going to school. In 1947, at age 17, she married, and after a few years had one daughter, Yvonne, her only child. When Yvonne was 6 years of age, Millie and Yvonne moved to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan to start a new life together with the help of Millie’s parents. When her health deteriorated at that time, and she was unable to work, through her parents’ love and support, they helped to look after and raise her daughter. Though a very small family, through their love and faith in God, they were able to endure many challenges and obstacles, and a wonderful family history and heritage was created. Together "Grandpa", "Grandma", Mom and Yvonne worked hard on the farm and learned to trust God in all things. In 1974, the family welcomed Yvonne’s husband, Ron, into the family. As grandchildren
for Millie, and great grandchildren for her parents, arrived, they became the family’s "pride and joy": Kris (Amber), Jeremy (Carmelle), and Jodie, along with many pets. Yvonne and Ron lived and worked in Brandon, but family trips to Saskatoon were frequent, and so were phone calls to "Grandmom", Byni (Boonie – Great Grandma) and Great Grandpa. Ron would joke about working for the Telephone Company, as long distance calls were often daily as Yvonne and her mom visited over the phone (in those days before the money-saving phone plans). As Millie grew older, Yvonne took over her grandparents’ role, helping look after her Mom, making trips to care for her needs in Saskatoon, or arranging doctor and repair-men calls, etc., over the phone. Millie’s parents died in the 1990s… her father in 1993 at age 93 and her mother in 1995 at age 95. Millie would have had a sister and brother but they passed away as young infants in the "Old Country", prior to Millie’s birth. Millie loved to laugh and talk and go out for meals and have family visits. She enjoyed her home in Saskatoon and "kept to herself" but liked living next door to her parents while they were alive. She enjoyed watching the grandchildren growing up and, despite the miles between them, she loved watching Kris at Christian Hockey Camps in Saskatoon or Brandon and later when he was older, watching him with the Brandon Wheat Kings as they played against the Saskatoon Blades at Sask Place Arena in Saskatoon. Kris was also his Grandpa’s shadow and loved to help Grandpa fix almost anything. Millie was proud of Jeremy’s amazing artwork, cartoons and pictures that he painted that were so realistic and phenomenal, as he spent hours drawing. She loved watching Jodie figure skate and compete, and loved going to skating shows like "Stars on Ice" whenever possible with Jodie and Yvonne. She treasured a picture autographed to her by Elvis Stoijko, that Jodie obtained for Grandmom when Jodie won a contest to skate with Elvis in Toronto. Grandmom also enjoyed reading about the "Royal Family" … Queen Elizabeth and Princess Diana. She loved watching the grandchildren grow up and mature and her grandsons marry. Despite pleas to move her to be closer to family in Brandon, she did not come to Brandon until Yvonne brought her here over a year and a half ago, to Hillcrest Nursing Home. In spite of the strong Saskatchewan roots, she adjusted to Hillcrest and we appreciated the incredible kindness of the great staff there, who helped make her comfortable and treated her well through her deteriorating physical, cognitive and emotional health. We thank God for Mom’s life and the incredible miracles along the way. We know she looked forward to joining Grandpa and Grandma in heaven, and to the time all of us can reunite there. We are so thankful she is at peace and treasure fond memories of her. Funeral service was held at the Brockie Donovan Chapel, on Tuesday, March 13, 2007. The entire family wishes to express a sincere and heartfelt thanks to everyone who helped and showed kindness to my mother / our grandmom Millie Struk – all the staff at Hillcrest Nursing Home; Dr. Egan, Dr. Vipul, and Father Mike of St. Mary’s for medical / spiritual support. Appreciation to: Kurt Ardron, Sonny Moroz, and staff at Brockie Donovan for making funeral arrangements so professionally; Mona Franklin for her comforting words, prayers and officiating at the Memorial Service; Lynn Juliak for her beautiful singing; many dear, precious friends, co-workers, neighbors for their support, lovely cards, flowers, fruit baskets, food, gifts. Thank You so very, very much! Love, The Perzan Family.
SINCLAIR: Hazel Patience (Davies) (1924 – 2007)
Hazel Sinclair passed away peacefully Thursday March 1st, 2007. She was a daughter of the late David and Nellie (Welbourne) Davies and was born and raised in the Newdale district of Montcalm. She married the late Elmer John Sinclair in 1950 and they continued farming until 1953 when they moved to Winnipeg until 1980. Hazel graciously donated much of her free time to her church (Grace Baptist and then Bethesda), as well as the Canadian Sunday School Mission. Hazel and Elmer have one son Dean who resides in London, Ontario with his wife Denise. Retirement years for Hazel and Elmer had been in Brandon where they were active with their church, First Baptist and they enjoyed great times with their family and friends while residing latterly at Hobbs Manor. Hazel is survived by her son Dean and his wife Denise, her sister Mabel Rose of Strathclair, 2 brothers, George (Nettie) Davies of Sandy Lake and Lloyd (Susan) Davies of Winnipeg and sister-in-law Donna Davies of Brandon. Also survived by sisters-in-law Mildred Gerrard, Eva Morton (Jim), Nell Penn (Harold), Shirley Sinclair (Lawrie Penn), Janet Glover, and Betty Sinclair; brothers-in-law Dale Sinclair, Verne Sinclair and Gerald Sinclair and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her mother, father and beloved brother Bill Davies of Brandon. Hazel was devoted to her family and friends and especially to her Lord Jesus Christ. A service celebrating Hazel’s life was held at the Brockie Donovan Chapel on Tuesday March 6th by Rev. Randy Stanton. A special thank-you to Hazel’s long time friend Muriel Hastings of Winnipeg for her readings. Interment was at Chapel Lawn Cemetery
in Winnipeg. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation and thanks to Dr. Mary Egan and the wonderful staff at Hillcrest Place – all of whom made Hazel’s last years as comfortable as possible. Donations, in memory of Hazel may be made to the Canadian Diabetes. Association, 727B-10th Street Brandon Manitoba, R7A 4G7.
SELENT: Waldin J. Selent, of Sprucewoods, Manitoba, passed away on Sunday, February 18, 2007 at the age of 39 years. His parents, Waldin and Diane Selent, sisters Carolyn Selent and Catherine Rush, survive him. Wally was born on June 22, 1967 in Toronto, Ontario. The family moved to a farm in Pine River, Manitoba in 1968, where Wally attended elementary and secondary school. He enjoyed outdoor activities like riding horses, fishing and the love of animals. He kept these cherished memories with him all his life. In 1984, Wally moved to Shilo, Manitoba with his parents, where he learned the skills to work with his hands as a painter, a carpenter and drywaller, which he performed in the family business till the end of his time. Funeral services were held at St. Barbara’s Chapel in Shilo on Friday, February 23, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Randy Stanton officiating. Interment was at the Brandon Cemetery. Thank you to his friends who carried him on his final journey: Glenn Parsons, Jeff Montgomery, Tom Sauck, Wes Janzen, Rob Higley and Steve Higgins. Donations in memory of Waldin Selent may be made to the Canadian Diabetes. Association, 727B-10th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 4G7.
SKINNER: It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Robert Alan (Al) Skinner born in Winnipeg October 2, 1950 and passed away January 18, 2007. Al was raised and educated in Winnipeg. He was active in hockey, baseball and soccer as a young boy. Al was put in major work class early in his years, which entailed advanced training in subjects such as math, geography, science and French. He continued to excel with anything he did, to the highest level. Al lived in Brandon for the last 29 years. He worked for Kelleher Ford for more than ten years as Service Advisor, Service Manager and Fixed Operations Manager. He enjoyed golf and had two holes-in-one in his golf years. Al was a great husband, father and grandfather with a terrific sense of humor. He was predeceased by his brother, Neil of Winnipeg in August, 2006. Al is survived by his beloved wife and best friend, Evelyn; children, Darren (Theresa), grandchildren, Jazmin and Jayden, and daughter, Tammy; his mother and father, Jack and Olive Skinner; sister, Janet; brothers, Paul (Marilyn) and family and David (Lorrie) and family. We would like to thank Dr Groves, Dr Kassier and all of the BRHC and Palliative staff for their care and kindness throughout this time. Also, a big thank you to John and Nancy Kelleher, Darrell and Brenda Appelt and all the great staff for all the support; thank you to many relatives and friends for the visits, comfort and support you gave us; thank you to all the staff at Brockie Donovan for assistance and compassion shown to us during this sad time. A Service of Remembrance was held at the Brockie Donovan Chapel, on January 23, 2007 with Pastor Mike Davis officiating. Placement of cremated remains took place at the Columbarium in the Brandon Cemetery. Donations, in memory of Al, may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 415-1st Street, Brandon, MB R7A 2W8.
STENGRIM: Verne Leroy Stengrim of Brandon, passed away at Hillcrest Place on Friday, September 19, 2008 at the age of 77 years. Verne attended The Whitemud School, then continued on at Robsart. Verne was very proud of his military service, which began in September 1949 at the Fort Osborne Barracks. His career led to the following: Canadian Forces Certificate of military Achievement, Artilleryman in June, 1973, Troop Sergeant Major plus Regimental practice camp in Grafenwohr, 1975, Combat Arms School, 1977, Canadian Forces Decoration Award, 1989, and Award Korea Service Badge. Verne was previously employed as Technical Sergeant in the Command Post then Senior N.C.O. He also received the Governor General Approved Canadian Volunteer Service Award in 1992, Medal for Korea during the conflict, S.S.M. Special Medal in 1994, and a Special Service Award Medal for support of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization in 1994. Verne is survived by his special friend, Mary and brother Charles Holten. A graveside service for family and friends will be at the Brandon Cemetery, Veteran’s Section, on Thursday, September 25, 2008 with Rev. John Dolloff officiating. In lieu of flowers, if friends desire, donations in memory of Verne may be made to the Brandon Humane Society, 2200-17th Street East, Brandon, MB, R7A 7M6.
SCHAEFFER: Mrs. Beverley Anne Schaeffer of Brandon, passed away with family by her side on Thursday, August 14, 2008 at the age of 69 years. A memorial service for family and friends will be held at Central United Church, 327 – 8th Street, on Wednesday, August 20, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, if friends desire, donations in memory of Beverley may be made to a charity of one’s choice or Waves of Hope, Box 21054, Brandon, MB R7B 3W8.
SMITHSON: Sabra Annie Smithson, formerly Gould, née Bradley, entered into rest August 7, 2008 at Hillcrest Place Care Home in Brandon. She was born on May 5, 1921 in Newdale. Sabra’s mother, (Eva Carter), passed in 1923 from tuberculosis which Sabra also battled and recovered from. Her father, Carl, remarried Lexa Richardson and two more brothers were added to the family. She received her education at Penrith and Newdale schools and later graduated from Brandon Normal School. She taught at Bernice School in the Napinka area and there she met and married Harvey Gould. They farmed in the Bede district until his passing in 1970. At that time, she moved to Melita and in 1973, she and Lionel Smithson were married. They lived between Pipestone and Melita until Lionel sold his farm and then they retired to Melita. In 2000, they moved to Carman to a mobile home and then to the Boyne Towers where she and Lionel received great care and support. Upon Lionel’s passing in 2007, Sabra moved into Hillcrest Place Personal Care Home to be closer to family. Throughout her life, she was an avid gardener and she especially loved tending her flowers. She loved to travel and with Harvey visited many states in the U.S. including Alaska. Later, she and Lionel would travel in their motor home and had a special love for Hemet, California where they would spend many winters enjoying the beautiful weather. Sabra was a very active woman, who loved to square dance, bike ride and bowl. She had a great love for children and would often be seen with visiting nieces and nephews. She was also a long time member of the Bede, Bernice Hospital Aid as well as the Melita United Church. She is predeceased by her brother David who died in France (1956) while flying a test flight with the R.C.A.F. She is survived by her brother Lorne (Janet) Bradley, sisters-in-law Dorothy Dobbyn, Evelyn (Earl) Branston and Shirley Mitchell as well as brothers-in-law, Walter (Elinor) Smithson, Ross (Doreen) Smithson and Jack (Barb) Smithson as well as numerous nieces and nephews. A Graveside Service took place on Thursday, August 14, 2008 at the Napinka Cemetery
with Rev. Jeri Bjornson officiating. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice.
SMITH: Joan On Friday, August 01, 2008, at Rideau Park Personal Care Centre, Brandon, Manitoba, Joan passed away peacefully. She was predeceased by her father and mother and only sibling Raymond. Joan was born in Sunderland, County Durham, England. She immigrated to Canada in 1966. She is survived by her sister-in-law Joyce Smith of London, Ontario and her niece Sara Anne and nephews Luke, Simon, James, Mark, Nicholas, Matthew, grandniece Holly Anne and grandnephews Isaac and Jacob. Her extended family included her long-time friends Marjorie and Crawford Jenkins, Karrin Thomas, Marg-Rheta Wright, and Carly and Dayna Steinfeld. They did so much to keep her young and laughing. Joan touched many hearts as anyone who knew her can attest. She leaves a legacy of kindness and compassion amongst those she nursed during her career in the British Army in the far east, in the hospital in St. Thomas, Ontario and as an Occupational nurse in Toronto and by her untiring support of her church and community. Joan was loved by all, which was evident by the special care she received from the staff at Riverview Heights Terrace and Rideau Park Personal Care Centre. They deserve a special thanks for their kindness during Joan's last few years. Cremation has taken place and her remains will lie in a Columbarium in St. Matthew’s Cathedral. A celebration of Joan's life will be held at St. Matthew’s Cathedral, 403 – 13th Street, Brandon, Manitoba on Friday, August 08 at 2:00 p.m. with The Very Rev. Robin Walker officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Manitoba Heart & Stroke Foundation of Manitoba, Unit 3, 824 – 18th Street, Brandon, MB R7A 5B7.
SERLE: Mr. John David "Dave" our family's patriarch left this life 24 July 2008 in the Palliative Care Unit of Brandon Regional Health Centre with family by his side. He was in his "79th Year". He was born 15 May 1930 to Eloise & John Serle of The Pas, MB. At the age of ten the family moved to Winnipeg. At sixteen he set off on his own. During the 40's he did numerous jobs from deckhand to fireman-oiler on boats, scowles and tubs in the now Thunder Bay area. He moved to Edmonton and was a diesel mechanic at different companies. During this time he took a course at Chicago Vocational Training Corp. to get his diesel mechanic's certificate. A very important date to him was 3 April 1951, when he joined the Armed Forces (Army) in Edmonton. Three years later he was posted to Korea returning to Canada in 1955. While stationed at Saint John, N.B. on the 13th of July 1957 he married Coralie McClay of Winnipeg. Postings were frequent from Winnipeg to Kingston to Picton to Shilo to Kingston to Winnipeg. In 1968 he and his family were in England and Wales, returning home to Ottawa in 1971. 1974 turned out to be his last posting to Cold Lake, AB. when he decided to retire. In 1975 on the first of July the family arrived in Brandon and settled in to call it home. Through the years he took home courses in electronics and furthered his education mostly at Brandon University while also working at the post office. He took a couple of turns in federal elections in Brandon/Souris. Dave was a very spiritual man of mind and heart and was very active in St. Augustine's Parish. A member of the Knights of Columbus, Serra, singing in choirs, was a lecturer, and with his wife did baptism preparation for nearly 25 years. Was active in C.A.S.A.R.A. and Brandon Parachuting Club (starting skydiving at 61). He competed provincially in Senior Mens Roller Speed Skating and in winter took a shot at skiing and snowshoeing. His musical talents included taking piano lessons, playing the chanter, and a bit of violin. He was predeceased by his mother and father, and mother-in-law Carmen (John) Card, He is survived by his love and soulmate Coralie, and daughters Teresa (David) Mullin, Kathryn Serle, Ivale (Jeff) Crooks. Grandchildren Celeste, Daniel, Angela, Tamara, Shay-Leigh, Kaitlyn, and Erik. Great grandchildren Jayden, Davvelynn, and Zach. His sister Phyllis (Doug) Flint, and brother-in-law Doug (June) Card and sister-in-law Roberta Card (Michael) Murdoch. Nieces Robin (David) Newton, Bonnie McKenzie, and Jennifer (Tory) Staggs. Nephew Derek (Jolene) Card and all their children. His Aunts Bernice Serle and Lois Serle and many cousins. He will be greatly missed by family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Augustine's Roman Catholic Church on the 29th of July 2008 at 11a.m. Celebrant was Father Dominic Yuen. Cremation has taken place with interment at a later date.
SMYTHE: Wentworth Ashton Smythe passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 19, 2008 at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. Wenty, as he was known to family and friends, was born March 7, 1923 in the Municipality of Elton. He took over the family farm in the Moore Park District at an early age. He lived his entire life farming. On many occasions he was able to put to use his mechanical skills, welding and other talents. Patience and determination was evident in every aspect of Wenty’s life. He was happy and content in a life well lived always with a good sense of humour. The family could always rely on his great memory of the past. He will be sadly missed and leaves to mourn sisters Doreen Jenner, Joan (Bob) Kilfoyle, Betty Lacey and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Linton and Amelia Smythe; brother Sam; brothers-in-law Leslie Jenner and Bill Lacey; nephew Murray Lacey and niece Marlene Leonard. A private family service took place on Thursday, July 24, 2008 with Mona Franklin officiating. Pallbearers were Ken Jenner, Dennis Kilfoyle, Gregg Lacey, Rick Leonard, Justin Jenner and Jack Leonard. Donations in memory of Wenty may be made to a charity of choice.
