William (Bill) Alan Hall was born on March 29, 1937. He was the 12th of 13 children born to Gilbert and Mary Hall of Virden.
Bill spent his early years as a child helping on his family’s farm. In his early 20’s Bill started working for Paul Albrechtsen, hauling water in Virden.
In December of 1959, Bill married Edith Gertz and they moved to Winnipeg where he continued to work for Paul’s Hauling. Bill and Edith went on to have 5 children – Brian, Dale, Warren, Grant, and
Irene Sylvie Splett was born in Grande Clairiere, Manitoba to Leon and Jeanne Charles on November 19, 1935. Mom grew up with 7 brothers and 4 sisters. Mom attended school in Grande Clairiere, and her religious training was taken in the Catholic Church.
On September 26, 1953, Mom exchanged wedding vows with Rienhold (Ron) Splett. Together they raised a family of four in Hartney – Rudy, Darlene, Randy and Jason.
Mom was an active member of the Legion, Evening League, Recycling and the Hartney
Marion passed away July 7, 2025 in the Souris Hospital with her children by her side. She had been ill for many months, but remained in her home until 2 weeks before her passing.
Marion will be remembered by her three children and families; Debbie (Joe) Baker, Wayne (Brenda) Morris and Margery (Brian) Croft. Her 4 grandchildren, Tracy (Carson) Adams, Trevor (Brittni) Morris, Kellie (Jeremy) Mavin and Jodie Baker. Great grandchildren, Hunter & Parker Morris, Claire Marvin and Molly &
Arnold, 70 years, passed away at the Souris Health Centre on Monday, July 7, 2025. A funeral service was held from Kowalchuk’s Funeral Chapel, Souris, Manitoba on Friday July 11, 2025. Interment in the Souris & Glenwood Cemetery. In memory of Arnold, donations may be made to the Hartney Personal Care Home.
Linda, 76 years, mother of Rick and Kim, passed away at the Souris Health Centre on Monday, July 7, 2025. A Graveside memorial service for family and friends was held at the Souris & Glenwood Cemetery on Monday, July 14, 2025. Donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
Frances Ruth Martin (nee Kitchen)
April 29, 1941 – June 30, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ruth Martin. Ruth passed away on the morning of June 30, 2025 at the Hartney Community Health Centre.
Ruth will be remembered by her four children and their families; Chris, Connie (Paul), Heather and Penny (Brett), her 13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
Ruth was predeceased by her husband Gordon Martin, then in later years her friend Don Hargreaves, her
Larry Bruce Cartlidge: November 28, 1943 – June 29, 2025
Bruce left us peacefully on June 29, 2025 at the age of 81 years. He is survived by his wife Myrna, children Heather (Phil Hines) and James (Crystal), step-children Duncan, Andrew, Douglas and Donna Ferguson and grandchildren: Jordan, Kelsey, & Bryson (Heather), Emma & Jimmy (James), Kara & Bryce (Duncan), Madelyn & Max (Andrew), Danielle
Irma Elizabeth Spratt (nee Shorey)
January 11, 1927 – May 31, 2025
Irma, age 98 years, beloved wife of the late Harold Spratt, passed away at Rideau Park Personal Care Home, Brandon, on Saturday, May 31, 2025.
Irma was born in Boissevain, Manitoba, on January 11, 1927 to Arthur and Marjorie Shorey. She grew up on the farm south of Boissevain along with her two brothers Ralph and Raymond.
She attended Richview, a one-room schoolhouse followed by Normal School in Winnipeg, making many lifelong
Bill, 75 years, beloved father of Michael and Angela. Bill passed away at Treherne Hospital on May 26, 2025. A memorial reception for family and friends was held at the Souris Legion on Saturday, June 21, 2025 starting at noon. Private interment in the Souris & Glenwood Cemetery. In memory of Bill, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or to the Souris Legion.
Jackie, 77 years, beloved partner of Murray Cameron, mother of Rick (Amber), Ryan (Jasmin), Janna and her beloved grandchildren Taylor, Brayden and AJ. Jackie is also survived by her brother Brian (Susan) Rosa. Jackie passed away suddenly at her residences in Souris, Manitoba on May 19, 2025. In keeping with Jackie’s wishes, the family will honour her memory privately. In memory of Jackie, donations may be made to the Glenwood & Souris Library Box 760 Souris, Manitoba R0K 2C0.