McKenzie: Edith Williamene (Willie) McKenzie (nee Cooper) age 81 of Souris, Manitoba, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, March 7, 2022. Willie will be lovingly remembered by her children, Dan (Tammy) McKenzie, Kim Beilby, Josie (Ken) Pashulka and Monty (Tanis) McKenzie; her grandchildren, Brittany (Kyle) Lyons, Justin (Kirsten) McKenzie, Colton (Mikaela) McKenzie, Evan Beilby, Tyson, Riley and Taylor Pashulka, and Wyatt McKenzie; her great-grandchildren, Rowan,
Anita Violet (Atkinson) Thomas passed away peacefully with family surrounding her on March 2, 2022. She was born December 29, 1923, in the Whitewater District, to Harrel and Elizabeth (Troop) Atkinson. Anita was the 5th child, and the first daughter to join the family. When Anita was still an infant, they moved to the Melgund District. She went to school in Melgund and Hartney, finishing Grade 12 by correspondence as this grade was not available in Hartney. After graduating
Swaenepoel: Linden, 32 years, beloved husband of Jai, father of Rhys, Clay and Esme, son of David and Linda, brother of Lindsay, passed away after a short battle with cancer at the Souris Health Centre on February 15, 2022. A celebration of Linden’s life was held at the Souris & Glenwood Community Hall on Saturday, March 5, 2022. In memory of Linden, donations may be made to the Souris Curling Club or to a local sports team in your community.
Dad, being the organized person he was sent me an email in 2019 of suggestions for his obituary. He made sure to say in the subject line not to be alarmed as he was not planning on dieing any time soon! Of course I was relieved and forgot about it until after his death. I could have used it and in fact did use it originally but we all know of all his numerous accomplishments and awards so it just seemed too factual and not about the actual Dad Ferg Devins. So here goes!
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Wrightson: Colby, 20 years, beloved son of Darla (Andrew) Wrightson and Jason (Tara) Wilkinson, also survived by his brothers and sisters, passed away accidently on Friday, February 11, 2022. A celebration of Colby’s life was held at the Souris & Glenwood Community Hall on Friday, March 11, 2022. In memory of Colby, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
We want to extend our deepest appreciation to the residents of Souris, Carroll and surrounding area following the tragic loss of our son Colby. The visits, meals, flowers, cards, calls and messages validated just how special Colby is to so many people.
We can never thank you enough for the support you have shown our family thus far.
Andrew, Darla Wrightson and Family
Sharon Lee Howell (O’Hearne) passed away on February 9,2022, at the young age of 71 after a brief fight with cancer in Souris Manitoba. With her only child Nicolle (Nikki)& son in-law Darryl Moreau by her side.
Sharon was born in London, ON. March 10,1950. To her loving parents Donald & Francis (Divers) O’Hearne. She went to school in France as a young child. Sharon’s parents laid roots in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan in 1962 after Donald was posted with the RCAF. Sharon graduated
Barrows, Marjorie Eileen, 92 years, beloved wife of the late Harvey, mother of Don, Sandra, Jack, Shirley and Ken, passed away in Hartney, Manitoba on Saturday, February 5, 2022. Funeral service was held at the Hartney Centennial Centre on Saturday, July 16, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. Private interment in the Riverside Cemetery, Hartney. In memory of Marjorie, donations may be made to the Hartney Community Health Centre or Cameron Lodge, Hartney, Manitoba.
Danebrock: Yvonne, 62 years, beloved wife of Heinz Danebrock, mother of Derek, passed away suddenly at her residence in Souris, Manitoba on Wednesday January 26, 2022. A celebration of Yvonne’s life was held at Kowalchuk’s Funeral Chapel, Souris on Saturday February 26, 2022. In memory of Yvonne, donations may be made to Cancer Care Manitoba or to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
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Keeler: Bryan left us unexpectedly on Monday, January 17, 2022 at the age of 35 years. Bryan is survived by his wife Yasemin, daughters Mya and Jane, parents Wayne and Audrey Keeler. A private family graveside service was held at the Lauder Cemetery on Friday, April 22, 2022. In memory of Bryan, if you so wish, a donation may be made to the Bryan Keeler Family Trust Fund at the Hartney Sunrise Credit Union, the Hartney Golf Course Box 271 Hartney, Manitoba R0M 0X0, or the Lauder Cemetery Fund Box 66 Lauder, Manitoba R0M 1C0.
It is with heavy hearts, the family announces the death of Ernest Henry “Sam” Phillips. With family at his side, Sam passed away January 5, 2022 in the Souris Health Centre at the age of 83. He is survived by his wife of fifty-four years, Florence and his sons; Steven (Sharon) and Scott (Keri). Also mourning his loss are his sisters; Marie, Betty and Janette, and his brother, George, and their families. He will be sorely missed by his sisters-in-law, Leona, Dorothy, Marguerite and Janice, and his brother-in-law, Bob, and their families. A public graveside service was held at the Souris & Glenwood Cemetery; Souris, Manitoba on Wednesday January 12, 2022. In memory of Sam, donations may be made to the Souris Hospital Palliative Care Fund, Souris Health Centre, Souris Minor Sports or a charity of your choice. “Don’t cry because it’s over; smile because it happened.” Dr. Seuss.Video of Sam Phillips Service available click here