All Obituaries

In the early morning hours of October 19th, 2021, Roy entered into the presence of his Lord and Saviour. Roy was predeceased by his father Roy Dubois in 1976, his mother Mary Dubois in 2019, his brother Norman, sisters Dawn, Rhona, Debra, Laurie, one sister Elaine in infancy, and niece Melissa Rose Dubois. Roy leaves to mourn his memory his wife Joanne, brothers Bernie, William, Richard, Rodger, and Sam, sisters Verona, Racheal (Buck), Pete Dubois – Roy’s Cat, and numerous nieces...

Peacefully, on October 8th, 2021, Norma passed away at the Portage District General Hospital. She was predeceased by her parents Frederick and Margaret Vint. She leaves behind her brother Bill (Elaine), sister Judy (Rick) Wylde, nieces and nephews Sherryl Vint, Scott Vint, Michelle (Mike) Vodon, and Jarrett Wylde, along with great-nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind her life-long friend and partner in crime, Lucille (Staples) Elvins. Norma was born in Oakville, Manitoba. She...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved May Tully. Left to mourn is her husband of 62 years, Ken; their children Sandra, Darlene (Paul), Rodney (Sharon); grandchildren Tiffany (Riley), Randy (Derica), Amber (Tommy), Stephan (Amber), Jessica (Daniel), Alisha; great Grandchildren Kayden, Skylar, Nova, Cam, Brynn and Roxzen; as well as many other family and friends. May was born in Winnipeg where she attended school throughout her early years.  May was a...

Frank James Vivier Sunktokca ho was’te “Wolf with good voice”   It is with deep sorrow that after a courageous battle that we announce the loss of our father, grandfather, brother, uncle and great friend Frank James Vivier at the age of 57.  Dad passed away on Sept 20, 2021 at his residence with family by his side. He will forever be loved and missed by his children Kayla Flett (Floyd) and Ian Vivier, grandchildren Hailey and Caitlyn Vivier-Flett. Sisters,...

Peter Cornelius Martens, aged 91 years, passed away peacefully on September 12th, 2021, at the Lions Prairie Manor in Portage la Prairie, MB. Peter was born in Winnipeg, MB on December 16th, 1929, the youngest child of Cornelius and Maria Martens. Peter grew up on the family farm near Fannystelle, MB. After completing Grade 8, he stopped school to work on the farm. He later finished his school by correspondence and always had a love for learning and had an amazing memory. In 1958, Peter...

Shirley Marie Kornaker, age 79, of Arden, MB entered into rest peacefully on September 7th at the Neepawa Hospital. Her partner Don was at her side. Shirley was an avid animal lover and spent many happy years running petting zoos with Don. Family and friends will miss her generous spirit and lively wit. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Neepawa Vet Clinic or animal rescue organization. A private service and interment will be held at a future date. To leave...

  William Owen Nicholls passed away peacefully at the Boissevain General Hospital on August 27th, 2021. Owen is survived by his wife, friend, and caregiver Marlene of 49 years, daughter Tracey (Greg) Swanson, granddaughter Lisa-May (Chris), great granddaughters Norah Lillian and Margot Anne Poitras, grandson William Daniel (Joanna) Swanson, all of Edmonton Alberta, son Faron (Shirley) Nicholls of Portage la Prairie, MB, grandson Bryant (Paige) Nicholls and family of Airdrie,...

It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Willy Thiele. An active day extended into a relaxing evening when Willy suffered a massive stroke and passed away on the evening of August 27th, 2021. Willy was born and raised in Flin Flon, MB. He spent his early years there. His final years were spent living in Portage la Prairie. Willy was a brilliant man and had such a keen interest in science. He was always inventing something to make an everyday task easier. He was such a...

SERVICE INFORMATION UPDATE: please note that the family of Clinton Anderson are planning an informal gathering on August 28th, 2021, on Island Park, Portage la Prairie. The gathering will take place at 1:30pm at the Old Band Shelter. It is asked that you please bring a lawn chair to the event. Clinton passed away at the age of 17 on Friday, June 4th, 2021. Beloved son, grandson, and friend. He is survived by his parents Jeff and Donna, and sister Anna, grandfather Roy Hourie, grandmother...

Viola Weselowski of Portage la Prairie passed away peacefully.  There will be a viewing for family and friends on Friday, August 27th, 2021 from 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm. The viewing will be come and go and Covid rules will be in place. There will be a Graveside Gathering for family on Monday, August 30th, 2021 at Hillside Cemetery, at 2:00 pm. There will be no formal service. To leave messages of condolence to her family, please select the "Tribute Wall" title at...