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KAREN ROTONDO
KAREN CHRISTA NOEL ROTONDO April 2, 1969 - August 3, 2004 Left to cherish Karen's memory is her beloved husband Gary, her step-daughter Rose, his sister Janet (Ron Joyce), mother-in-law Anne Rotondo and many wonderful friends. Karen was predeceased by her friend and father-in-law Antonio Rotondo. She is survived by her mother Linda Grant (Ron Lyric), sister Laura McFee (Ron), step-sisters, Cheryl, Christine, Karen and Marlene as well as her Aunt Janet Guthrie and cousins, Larry and Scott Guthrie. Karen was born
and resided in the Winnipeg area. Her creativity was limitless, her depth immeasurable. She was a devoted wife and partner, and friend to many. Her life though short was meaningful. Music was a passion and she enjoyed singing, travelling, the outdoors and reading an interesting novel. Animals brought a magnificent smile to her face. Karen's heart was pure gold and she loved to give to others. She was proficient at sign language, delighted in writing children's stories and dreamt of creating a safe world for children. Let your light shine on us Karen, for you are the stars in the sky - We love you. You are now safe and at peace in the arms of Jesus. Spiritually was Karen's focus in life. Celebration of Life to be held Monday, August 9 at 1:30 p.m. at Transcona Funeral Chapel, 1800 Day St., Transcona. Karen's friend, Rev. Leigh Anne Sommers officiating. Transcona Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements.
FRANK RUML
FRANK VERNON POMPANA RUML It is with extreme sadness and heavy hearts that Pamela Pompana and Mark Ruml grieve the tragic loss of their infant son, Frank Vernon Pompana Ruml. Affectionately known as "Booboo" by his Mom and Dad, he was also given the name Saagastay (Sunrise) by a family-friend and was known as Meegisens by other friends of Mark and Pam. Booboo was a perfectly healthy, beautiful little Dakota Hoksheeda who, on Wednesday, August 4, 2004, was tragically taken from the arms and hearts of a loving family that will miss him dearly. An all night come and go wake will be held on Sunday, August 8 beginning at 5:00 p.m. followed by interment on Monday August 9 1:00 p.m. at Green Acres Memorial Gardens. Cropo Funeral Chapel 586-8044
JACK SHAPIRO
JACK WILLIAM SHAPIRO Surrounded by his family on Friday, August 6, Jack Shapiro, beloved husband, father, zaida, brother, uncle, and friend passed away. Funeral service will be held on Monday, August 9 at 11:00 a.m. at Etz Chayim Synagogue, 123 Matheson Ave. with interment to follow at B'nai Abraham Cemetery.
JEAN SHUMILAK
JEAN SHUMILAK After a brief illness on Thursday, August 5, 2004 at the Beausejour Hospital, Beausejour, MB Jean Shumilak, beloved wife of the late Kazmir Shumilak of Beausejour, passed away. Arrangements are pending and a longer obituary will follow. RUSSELL'S of Beausejour, Manitoba are in care of arrangements. Call 1-866-424-6271 toll free or 204-268-226.
LAURA SIERMACHESKY
LAURA SIERMACHESKY (MANAHAN) Peacefully, on Thursday, August 5, 2004, at the Selkirk General Hospital, Laura Siermachesky, aged 94 years, of Selkirk. Laura Danchuk was born
in Stenen, SK on April 20, 1910. Her mother and father raised a family of five sons and four daughters. She married William Manahan and together they managed the Dunlop farm in Yorkton, SK. William then gained employment with Co-op Dairies in Yorkton and they moved there with their two young sons. Later in life she moved to Winnipeg where she and Tony Siermachesky were married. She was employed at Rice Sportswear as head floorlady until her retirement. She kept the neatest house in Winnipeg where everything was either scrubbed clean to perfection or wrapped in plastic bags. The "Price is Right" with Bob Barker was rarely missed on her black and white 12 inch television. Her two sons Leonard and Jack were the joy of her life and they were always only a phone call away. They spent the last five years in Selkirk as residents of the Knights Centre and Laura has been a resident of Betel Home since September. She was predeceased by her first husband, William Manahan; her son Jack; grandson Dean; sisters, Mary, Annie and Verna; brothers, Mike, John, Andrew and Joe. Remaining to celebrate her life are her husband Tony; son Leonard and his wife Dorene; daughter-in-law Diane. She was also Grandma to five grandchildren, Christine (Doug Wasnie), Greg (Sandy), Susan (Rick Quinn), David (Lisa), Ward (Cindy) and 15 great-grandchildren, Lisa, Michael, Taylor, Branden, Jordan, Christi, Ian, Arianne, Louis, Genevieve, Renee, Marissa, Cassie, Lexie and J.J. Also left surviving is her only brother, Matt Danchuk (Olga) and many nieces and nephews. In keeping with her wishes, a prayer service will be held on Monday, August 9 at 7:00 p.m. at Gilbart's Funeral Home Selkirk with a private graveside service at Glen Eden Memorial Gardens on Tuesday, August 11. A special thank you to Dr. Demsas, the caring staff of Betel Home and Selkirk General Hospital for the compassionate care they gave to her. Flowers are gratefully declined. In accordance with her wishes, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk, in care of arrangements.
WILLIAM SMITH
WILLIAM SMITH 1918 - 2004 Peacefully at his residence, Bill Smith passed away on August 3, 2004 after a short illness, at the age of 85 years. Dad was born
on August 18, 1918 in Melfort, SK. Dad lived most of his life in Camper, MB. He farmed for many years and also worked for Manitoba Hydro for 28 1/2 years. After his retirement from Hydro, Dad took up several hobbies. He was always going to the bush with the boys to cut wood for the winter. Dad always made sure that there was a plentiful supply of wood for upcoming events. Dad loved to work in his vegetable garden and flower gardens. He took great pride in how his yard looked and also took care of Mom's grave. There was always work to do on his tractors. Dad liked going to auction sales and yard sales. He belonged to the Camper New Horizons Club, and always went to to play bingo at Camper and Ashern . He leaves to cherish his memory, his children, Lloyd (Dale), Shirley (Garry), Carolyn (Fred), Ken (Barb), Darlene (Reg), Keith (Lorraine), Laverne (Victor), Debbie (Wilf), Gary (Nadine), Gail (Larry), Robert (Wendy), Ernest (Lesley) and Terry (Kathy); also 33 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law Ellen Smith, Mina (Ed), Dorothy, and Dody (Ken); a brother-in-law Phillip (Mary); and his Auntie Chrissie; also many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great nieces and nephews. Dad was predeceased by his wife Barbara in 1990, his parents George and Flora, and an infant daughter Sharon in 1945; also a son-in-law Elvin Kufus, his brother George, his father and mother-in-law Phillip and Barbara Mattern, and his brothers-in-law Ernie, Charlie and George. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, August 9, 2004 at the Camper Community Hall with Pastor Bill Watson officiating. Viewing will be held one hour prior to the service at the hall. Interment to follow in the Lakeside Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be all his grandchildren and all his great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be his six grandsons David, Darrell, Raynard, Kenneth, Michael and Jack. Friends and relatives may pay their respects between 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 8, 2004 at the Arnason Funeral Home in Ashern. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff and also Glen Arnason and John Gray for their services. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba, 6 Donald St. Suite 200, Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6. Dad was always there when and where he was needed for help and support. Arrangements in care of: Arnason Funeral Homes Ltd. Ashern - Lundar (204) 768-2072
BESSIE SOKOLOSKI
BESSIE (BERNICE) SOKOLOSKI On Wednesday, August 4, 2004, at the Tuxedo Villa Nursing Home, Winnipeg, Bernice Sokoloski passed away at the age of 77 years. She was born
February 22, 1926, in Ladywood, MB. She moved with her family to Pine Falls in 1930. After a brief time living in Ontario during the war years she moved back to Pine Falls to work in the mill for a time, then on to Winnipeg. She worked as a post mistress at Donald Drugs at the corner of Donald and Broadway until the establishment closed. After a few more years of work at the Scientific Beauty School she took a welcome retirement. Bernice had many friends and acquaintances who will miss her. She was a member of the Coronation Rebecah Lodge #51 in Pine Falls and an associate member of the Sunshine Lodge in Winnipeg for many years. Her brothers Bill and Ollie and her sister Rose along with many nieces and nephews and cousins will miss her happy voice. Bernice was always the one that kept all the extended family aware of what was happening. She was the glue that kept us all in touch. She will be sadly missed. Cremation has taken place and services will be held at a later date. If friends so desire memorial donations in her memory may be made to the Canadian Diabetes. Association, Winnipeg, MB. RUSSELL'S of Beausejour, Manitoba are in care of arrangements. Call 1-866-424-6271 toll free or 268-2263.
NORAH SOUTHWORTH
NORAH MURIEL SOUTHWORTH 1907 - 2004 Norah Southworth passed away peacefully on July 31, 2004 at the Betel Home in Gimli, MB. Norah was predeceased by her husband William, to whom she was married for 67 years. She is survived by her daughter Ann Frederickson (friend Len) in Gimli; son Richard Southworth (Donna) in Edmonton; grandchildren, Signi (George) in Winnipeg, John (Kerrie) in St. Albert, Scott in Edmonton, Joy (Brad) in Seattle; great-grandchildren, Jesse, Elise and Lily. Norah was also predeceased by her four sisters. Bill and Norah moved to Gimli in July 2000 and enjoyed living by the lake. Norah taught school for many years prior to marrying Bill in l936. Together they spent many years in the north, retiring to Winnipeg in l972. Norah was a devoted mother and grandmother and we were blessed by her love and will miss her dearly. She never stopped loving She never stopped giving Her helpful advise prepared us for living Her lasting affection will keep us together A Mother is love That stays with you forever Norah's family would like to thank the wonderful staff at The Betel Home for their kindness and attentive care. Cremation has taken place and no formal service will be held. Anyone wishing to make a donation in Norah's memory, please direct them to The Betel Home Foundation, Box 10, Gimli, MB R0C 1B1. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements.
ISABEL STASIUK
ISABEL STASIUK (nee LAZARUK) Divine Liturgy was celebrated on Friday, August 6, 2004, at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Fr. John Mostivsky officiating. Interment followed in the Holy Family Cemetery, 4355 Main St. WOJCIK'S ALL BELIEFS & FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665
DORA STEVENSON
DORA STEVENSON It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Dora Stevenson of Peguis First Nation on August 6, 2004 at the Percy E. Moore Hospital at the age of 81 years. Arrangements Entrusted To ANDERSON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME Ashern, Manitoba 1-866-293
LEONARD TATHUM
LEONARD TATHUM Suddenly, Leonard Tathum passed away on July 31, 2004 at the age of 45. Wake and viewing will take place on Monday, August 9, from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St., with the Funeral Service to follow on Tuesday, August 10 at 2:00 p.m. also at Cropo Funeral Chapel. Interment will take place at Holy Ghost Cemetery. Longer obituary to follow. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
ELSIE THOMAS
ELSIE MARIA THOMAS (KETOLA, KNOX) It is with great sadness that we say good-bye to our beloved Mother, Grandmother, Auntie and Friend, Elsie Maria Thomas (Ketola, Knox). After a long hard fight she went to join the angels on Thursday, August 5, 2004, with her daughter at her side. Elsie was predeceased by her father Vaino Ilmarri Ketola, her brother Elmer (Coke) Ketola, her mother Lempi (Lepisto) Ketola, her husband Dave Knox and her brother Kino Ketola. She is survived by her son Dave (Randy) Knox of B.C., daughter Lisa (Knox) Bittner (Eric) of Winnipeg, granddaughter Serena Ketola of Manitoba and half sister Lillian Ketola of B.C. She also leaves behind many nieces, nephews and friends that meant a great deal to her. Elsie was born
in Pointe du Bois, MB on October 6, 1927. She attended grade 12 in Teulon, MB. Graduated from teachers college and taught school in Milber Ridge. She attended business school, became a legal secretary and worked for the law firm of Mitchell Greene and Minuk, Montreal Trust, and then the Canadian Grain Commission until she retired in 1988. She was married in 1949 to Dave Knox and stuck with him in good times and bad until his death in 1986. She married in 1988 to Alf Thomas of Alberta. They enjoyed travelling the U.S. in the winters to ease her arthritis and even had a mobile home in Yuma, Arizona for a while. They moved to Lethbridge where she lived until her health forced her to return to Winnipeg in January 2003. She was able to spend 11 months in 2003 with her two grandchildren, the angels in her heart. In spite of her pain, she was able to enjoy planting flowers, picking chokecherries, making jelly and fishing. Mom loved to read, do both crossword and jigsaw puzzles and play crib. She had a passion for gardening and loved flowers and enjoyed travel and shopping. Most of all Mom loved us! She especially loved her two grandchildren. She has gone to heaven to be their guardian angel now and we will all miss her. Services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 11 at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd. (south of the Royal Canadian Mint). Pallbearers will be six of her loving nephews, Kenny Ketola, Rod Ketola, David Ketola, Garth Hodge, Kevin Knox and Todd Knox. Interment will follow on site and then a gathering of family and friends will take place in the reception centre. Glen Lawn is located on a city bus route. Special thanks to the staff of Kildonan Personal Care Home, Leona Knox, Violet Fraser, Ruth Bittner, Patti Graham and our friends and family for their support this year. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Arthritis Society or the Salvation Army. Family and friends are invited to sign the Book of Condolences, www.obituariestoday.com Arrangements entrusted to: GLEN LAWN FUNERAL HOME 455 LAGIMODIERE BLVD. 982-7550
SID TREPEL
SID TREPEL It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Sid Trepel on July 31, 2004. Sid was born
in Winnipeg, MB on June 23, 1937. Sid leaves to mourn his beloved wife, Marilyn. They were married for 44 years and met when she was 16 years old. Sid also leaves to mourn his son Louis; his son Brent and daughter-in-law Brenlee; his daughter Sindee and son-in-law Albert; adored grandchildren, Skyler and Sierra Trepel and Emerson and Shayna Wilhelmer; his sister Izzy Ellerby and her three children, Lawrence (Brenda), Shauna and Jonathan; sister-in-law Beverley Moss and his many friends. Sid was predeceased by his parents, Sadie and Louis Trepel and his mother-in-law Ethel Moss (Mimsey). It is no secret as to what Sid thought of his wife, Marilyn. He always said he had the greatest wife in the world and loved her more each day. One of his favourite phrases was, 'My wife is my life.' Sid always credited Marilyn for his success in business and for his success in life. Sid loved his wife and family greatly. He also loved his loyal little animal friends - his schnauzers Fozdik and Farfel for 17 years, and then Floyd and Farah, were his constant companions. Even his licence plate read "F and F". Sid became President of Ben Moss Jewellers at the age of 26, Chairman at age 60, and Chairman Emeritus at age 65. Ben Moss, the founder, was Sid's father-in-law. Sid loved his business, Ben Moss Jewellers. Sid expanded the company from one store in Winnipeg, on Main Street, to stores throughout Canada. He loved the excitement and expansion of Ben Moss Jewellers. He also loved the jewellery business. His goal and dream of servicing customers across Canada were always number one to him. Sid was a true motivator and a powerful Chairman and CEO for Ben Moss Jewellers. He was loved and respected by his many staff and business contacts, though often referred to as quite a character. Sid had a strong rapport with his staff at Ben Moss Jewellers. He always believed that praise was a wonderful thing, that it encouraged people. Sid let people know when he was happy with their work. As Ben Moss Jewellers grew, so did Sid's pride in his lifelong achievement. Every award Ben Moss Jewellers received was a thrill for Sid. He was particularly pleased to receive mentions in the Tema Frank book, Canada's Best Employers for Women, and to receive the honour of being cited as one of Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies for six consecutive years, Innovative Retailer of the Year by the Retail Council of Canada; and Canadian Jeweller of the Year twice by the Canadian Jewellers' Association. Sid sat on the Board of Directors of Christians and Jews and the Stroke Association of Manitoba, was on the Board of Directors and President of the Sales and Marketing Executives, as well as Chairman of the Jewish Child Rescue. Sid became a member of the Young Presidents' Organization while he served as President of Ben Moss Jewellers and loved his involvement there as well. He was also a proud founding member of The Variety Club of Manitoba - the Children's Charity. Sid also assisted many organizations and individuals financially. He established a Canadian Charitable Fund for the Cleveland Clinic and was its first contributor. Sid loved being a YPOer. He found the entire experience very exciting. Sid had a major heart attack in 1981, followed by open heart surgery. Sid had a major stroke in 1984. Many people might have chosen to give up at this point, but not Sid. He always stressed the fact that he was a fighter and a winner. Sid helped anyone with a similar health crisis in any way he could and received many thanks for his helpful advice on by-pass surgery, or heart and stroke problems. He was only too happy to do it. He created his '5-Ds' and practiced these as he preached them - DRIVE, DESIRE, DETERMINATION, DEDICATION AND - DO IT!! Sid also became acquainted with a network of doctors over the years, be it in Winnipeg, at the Health Sciences Centre, or in Gimli, at Johnson Memorial Hospital. He never forgot the many doctors and nurses who tended to him. Sid had a wide network of friends from every background and occupation. He treated everyone equally well regardless of status in life. Sid was straight and to the point. He practised the motto - KISS - keep it short and simple. Sid was always a proud man and lived life "his way". Sid's request was that there be no shiva. Pallbearers were Donald Bass, Lawrence Ellerby, Jonathan Ellerby, Mel Lazareck, Hart Robinovitch and Jeff Stern. Honorary Pallbearers were Dr. Robert Corne, Donald Gales, Merv Moknowed, Richard Rice, Judge Charles Rubin, Dr. Fred Shane, and Tom Shimoji. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba - telephone 949-2000, 200-6 Donald St., R3L 0K6 or to the Juvenile Diabetes. Research Foundation, telephone 1-877-287-3533, 311-7100 Woodbine Ave., Markham, ON, L3R 5J2.
DENNIS WARD
DENNIS WAYNE WARD It is with heartfelt sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of Dennis Wayne Ward on August 1, 2004 at the age of 57 years. Dennis is survived by wife Jane; sons, Kenneth (Jennifer) and Jeffrey; daughter Kimberley (Gerald); grandson Chase and grandson Connor, due later in August; sister Dale; and nephews, Robin (Christy) and Eric. Dennis was born
in Winnipeg on September 15, 1946 and graduated as an accountant from the University of Manitoba. He married wife Jane in 1969 and they moved around to various cities in Western Canada to build his career. He returned to Winnipeg with his family in 1987 to rejoin the rest of his extended family. Over the past 20 years, Dennis volunteered most of his spare time during the winter to minor hockey. Funeral service will take place Saturday, August 7 at 12:00 noon at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. Since Dad was allergic to flowers, the family requests that donations in his memory can be made in lieu to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba, 200 - 6 Donald St., Winnipeg R3L 0K6. DEAREST DAD AND GRANDPA The hardest thing in life to bear, To want you Dad and you're not there. With a broken heart we whisper low, We love you Dad and miss you so. As long as we live, we'll always be glad That we were your children and you were our Dad. Peacefully sleeping, resting at last, Your weary trials and troubles are past; In silence, you suffered, With such patience you bore, 'Til God called you home to suffer no more. "God be with you, till we meet again." CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
GWEN WATSON
GWEN WATSON (nee HOCKING) July 31, 1909 - July 30, 2004 Predeceased by her husband Fraser in 1968, her sister Jennie and brother Ralph. Survived by her five children and families, Brian and Phyllis, Dwight and Carole, Valerie and Jack, Toni and Jean-Claude, Sally and Bob; 15 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Gwen was born
in Perth, Australia in 1909. In 1918 her family moved to Victoria, BC where she distinguished herself in athletics and "fun". Always seeking adventure, in 1936 Gwen took a summer job at a resort in the Yukon. There she met her husband Fraser. Gwen and Fraser moved to Whitehorse, where they lived for 14 years - the happiest of their married life. During this time, their five children were born. Gwen, Fraser and the family moved to Winnipeg in 1950. Gwen stayed at home to raise her children and provide them with a supportive, loving environment, always stressing the need for education and ongoing learning. She was an avid reader and passed this love on to her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Following her children's marriages, Gwen became a world traveler, once again seeking adventure. Her travels took her to Europe, Russia, Great Britain, Australia, Florida, Mexico and South America. Gwen's family meant everything to her. They all love her dearly and were with her to the end, celebrating her wonderful life. The family would like to thank the staff of Kildonan Personal Care Home, 3rd floor, for the care and compassion they gave to Gwen over the past nine years. There will be a private family memorial service. Donations in Gwen's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Society, or to a charity of your choice. "I go, I go; look how I go- Swifter than arrow from the Tartar's bow." (Puck, A Midsummer Night's Dream William Shakespeare)
