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Ken, 73 years, beloved husband of the late Sheryl Denbow, father of Curtis, Carrie and Tina. Ken passed away suddenly at his residence in Reston, Manitoba on July 1, 2024. Funeral service was held at the Centennial Centre, Hartney, on Monday July 15, 2024. Interment in the Riverside Cemetery, Hartney. In memory of Ken, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or to the Alzheimer Society.

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Bernice passed away peacefully with family by her side on February 4, 2024 in Souris Health Centre at the age of 90 years.

Bernice will be lovingly remembered by her brother Don and his wife Alva Doherty, as well as her nieces and nephews Deborah Chambers, David Kohut (Wendy), Rob Brown (Corrine), Diane Deleau (Rob), Larry Doherty, Ramona Doherty (Ron) and her 10 great nieces and nephews and their families. She will also be missed by her many friends. Bernice was predeceased by her parents

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We the family, sadly announce the passing of David Denbow on December 3, 2023 at the age of 76 years. David was born November 30, 1947 to Wilfred Earl, better known as Scotty, and Rita Denbow. He was predeceased by his parents, sister in law Cheryl Denbow and friend Janice Pornie.  He was the oldest of 8 siblings. Kenny, Cam, Karen, Wilma, Nina, Tracy and Rhonda, as well as his close friends Eddie and Issac Mayo. He is loving remembered by his siblings and their families.

David grew up on the family farm at NE 24-7-23. He helped out on the farm but from an early age his real passion became a love of wildlife. Living near the Souris River, he was drawn to the recreation it had to offer, hunting, trapping and fishing were things he loved for all his life. He attended Deleau school until he felt formal education was not needed. Sometime after that he went to work on oil drilling rigs. It was hard work but better pay than farming at the time. He took to it and enjoyed the work, the pay and comadarie of the men he worked with. Long lasting friendships were formed and he loved to talk in later years of the men he worked with and the places the rigs had taken him. Early years were out west, sometimed even living in camps in Northern Alberta. When his parents left the farm to reside in Souris, David resided at the farm and worked rigs closer to home while farming. He kept a cow herd and grew various crops, but anyone who knew David, knew his favourite crop was flax. He was known to go on at length about it’s virtues.  After his stroke, he rented out his farm but continued to live on the farm where he grew up.In the fall of 2023, with declining health and winter looming, he made the decision to move into Crescent Manor in Souris. He celebrated his 76th birthday on Nov 30th in his new home. We will miss David. He was a one of a kind individual who loved to visit, tell stories, jokes or listen to a good story. He would visit with anyone and as such, was known by many.  An outdoor service was held on December 11, 2023 at the Souris Glenwood Cemetery with a  lunch at the United Church Hall, attended by family and friends.

The family appreciates the many home care workers, hospital staff and Doctors for the care David received in these later years.

In memory of David, donations may be made to Cancer Care Manitoba. click to read more

Lorraine Ballantyne/Sutton/Dubyna

A Norwood “classic” has been laid to rest. Lorraine  has returned to her Creator November 15, 2023 in her 93rd year of life. Lorraine was the mother of Laurie Sutton and the late Heather York. Grandmother to Chanlie Kozak, Brandon Sutton, Todd, Nicole and Kea York.

As per Lorraine’s wishes, cremation without a service has taken place. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Souris Beautification Fund c/o Municipality of Souris-Glenwood Box 518 Souris, Manitoba R0K 2C0 or to the Souris –Glenwood Foundation Box 518 Souris, Manitoba R0K 2C0.

Gone but certainly not forgotten.

Rest in peace Mom, Grandma and Great Grandma.

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Kenneth Russell Doherty

March 21, 1941 – August 14, 2023

Ken (Kenny) passed away peacefully at the Assiniboine Centre in Marlene’s loving arms after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Ken was born March 21, 1941 in Oak Lake, Manitoba to Ken and Eileen Doherty. The eldest of 5 children, Ken attended school at Oak Lake and helped his dad on the family farm overlooking the Assiniboine river. At 18, Ken joined the air force where he worked as radar technician. He met Ann McManus at St Margaret AFB and they were married in 1961. They had a son Kelly in 1962 and moved back to Oak Lake where Ken returned to work on the farm and driving truck for Donny Fuller. The pipeline came though Oak Lake in 1968 and for the next 50 years he worked on and off for the pipeline. His work took him from Quebec to BC and all points in between. The family moved to Souris in 1974 and he started his own construction company, Doherty Enterprises, to keep him busy between pipeline jobs. He hauled hay down to the US with his brother Brent and worked for the railroad. However the pipeline would call and would go back whenever he could. His last pipeline job was in 2018.

Ken and Marlene met in Souris and married in Kona, Hawaii in 2012. Together they built a home on the acreage outside of Souris in1996. They resided there until his illness made it no longer possible.

Ken was predeceased by his grandparents Russell and Arlie Hogg, and Nora and Thomas Doherty, his parents Ken and Eileen Doherty, his brothers Gerry and Brent, Brother in law Wilf Van Loo and his nephew Gerald.

Ken is survived by his sisters Brenda Boon (Eldon), Dale Van Loo and families. His loving wife Marlene, her children and grandchildren; Shauna McBurney (Alex Dmyterko), Preston, Brooklyn; Warren (Kim) McBurney, Shane, Trent

Ken’s son Kelly (Barb) Doherty and their children; Kristian (Kristen) and great grandson Kolby; Braden, Alexandra and Liam Doherty

Ken loved life and lived it to its fullest. He would never blow his own horn but he was always there for people who were down on their luck or having a hard time and did what he could to help them. He has friends across Canada and always made sure they had a place to sleep when they passed through town. Anybody that came to his door was guaranteed a beer and some good company. Sadly, his illness took him away from his home that he loved but Marlene made sure he was never alone. He lived a good life and had a lot of good friends and family that loved him, In the end, that’s all you can ask…

A graveside funeral service was held at the Oak Lake Cemetery on Saturday, August 19, 2023 followed by a memorial reception will be held at the Sours Legion. In memory of Ken, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society. click to read more

Mac, 77 years, beloved husband of Betty Draper, father of Chris, Craig and Jon. Mac passed away in the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Sunday, July 30, 2023. In keeping with Mac’s wishes there will be no funeral service. A private interment will be held at the Elgin Cemetery at a later date. In memory of Mac, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. click to read more

Mom was born in Carievale, Saskatchewan on May 1, 1923, daughter of Herbert and Pearl Jasper.  She was the youngest of eight children. She passed away on June 2, 2023 at the age of 100 years. The family moved to Manitoba in the early thirties and farmed in the Deleau district. She attended school in Deleau where she met her later to be husband Ab Deleau. They married in 1944 and raised four children while also farming in that area. Al (Brenda) Deleau, Linda (Gil) Van Daele, Bob (Darlene) Deleau and Val (Dexter) Kowalchuk.

She had 13 grand children and partners, 26 great grand children and their partners, and 7 great great grandchildren.

Mom and dad retired to Souris in 1979, and spent 20 winters in Arizona where she was dads biggest cheerleader at all his ball games.

They loved their card games especially crib. She would have your points counted before you had your cards laid down.

After dad passed in 2015 mom lived on her own until her last two months when hospitalized. She kept very active and could be seen briskly walking around Souris with her close friend Vi Barclay.
Mom curled for many years and so enjoyed watching curling on TV especially Brad Gushue (Gutchie).

A private family graveside service will be held at the Souris –Glenwood Cemetery this summer to celebrate her life. In memory of Claris, donations may be made to the Deleau Community Club (New Picnic Shelter) Box 1075 Souris, Manitoba R0K 2C0.

We miss you mom but know you are with dad now.

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Davida “Doreen” Dodd was born October 7, 1949 in the old Souris Hospital. She passed away on May 28, 2023 at the Souris Personal Care Home. She was the youngest child of David and Theresa (Prevost) Bianco.  Doreen grew up on the family farm in the Terrance district where she formed a love for animals, baking, gardening, flowers and family.  She attended Millan School and Souris School.  In 1963 Doreen  met her soul mate Allan at the skating rink and spent the rest of her life with him.  Allan and Doreen were married June 15, 1968 at the United Church in Souris.  During their early marriage, they resided at Hayfield Manitoba and it was there that their family began.  Treena was born in 1969, Kim in 1970 and Robin in 1973.

Mom’s first job was a teller at the Royal Bank in Souris.  Once their family started, Mom dedicated her time to being a full time Mom and Wife  Mom and Dad moved to the family Dairy/Grain Farm, Shirelane Ayrshire’s, where they farmed and milked cows with Dad’s parents.  After we started school, Mom once again joined the work force and began her career with Public Health, starting out as a Home Care Worker and shortly after as the Home Care Resource Co-ordinator.  She loved her job and continued with it until her retirement, 30+ years later.  Mom loved caring for people and this was, by all means, the perfect job for her.

Together, Mom and Dad started Yatara Stables Arabians very early in their marriage.  Mom made many show cloths for her family including our stable decorations which won numerous awards.  As a family, we  spent many years showing our Purebred and Partbred Arabian Horses.  When Mom and Dad retired from the show ring, they continued to spent most summer weekends hauling their girls and horses  around to local fairs and Provincial Arabian Show.  Horses were a passion of hers from a very young age.  She volunteered as the Secretary for the Manitoba Arabian Horse Association as well as the show secretary for many of the Provincial Shows for many years.  Together they also started and led the Souris 4-H Pony Club, the Souris Trailblazers.  So many memories were made with our friends which became known as our “Horse Family”.  Mom and Dad purchased a purebred mare from Maple Ridge BC and flew her home as a weanling.  Delli and Mom took the show ring by storm winning almost every show they entered.  The highlight was the year Delli won High Point Senior Purebred Mare, Mom and her had an unbreakable bond.

After retirement Mom was able to enjoy spending more time at home with Dad, her horses and her beloved dogs.  She took up knitting and made something for everyone!

Once the Grandchildren arrived, Mom and Dad put many miles on the vehicles following them around to every school event, sport event or taking them to the park for a play and ice cream.  She absolutely adored each and every one of them.  As they grew up, she loved wresting with them and teasing them, Mom had a great sense of humor and a heart of gold.

In 2015 Mom was diagnosed with Dementia.  She remained at home with the Love of her Life as her caregiver for 6 years.  As her dementia progressed Mom was moved into the Souris Personal Care home where she spent the past 2 years.  Dad was a constant visitor and never left her side.  In the early morning hours of May 28, 2023 the sun set on Mom’s journey in this world.  She left us peacefully,  surrounded by her family and love, so very much love.  We miss her laugh, sense of humor, smiles, hugs and famous back rubs.  Dad misses his beloved wife and we miss our dear Mom.  Her love lives on through memories and through all of us.

Doreen was predeceased by her parents, Dave and Theresa Bianco, an infant brother, her parents in-law Bill and Roberta Dodd, brothers in-law Bob Thomson and Brian Lee and nephew Perry (Susan) Thomson.  Holding her memories and love tight are her beloved husband Allan of 54 years, daughters Treena (Wade) Winters, Kim (Jim) Draper and Robin Dodd.  Her Grandchildren and lights of her life Candace (Cory) Warden, Andrew Draper, Ryan Winters (Ashlyn), Paul Winters and Cory Winters.  And the reasons Mom received the nickname “Baby Hog”, her Great Grandchildren Nash and Nora Warden.  Also surviving are Doreen’s sister Shirley Thomson, brother and sister in-law Doug (Linda) Dodd, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life was held at the Souris United Church on June 10, 2023 with Tanis Podobni Officiating.  Family Tribute was read by Kim Draper and Candace Warden, Urn Bearers were Andrew Draper and Ryan Winters.  A beautiful Memorial video was created by Cory Winters. Special thank you to Darcie Donogh and Carol Bodin for being the ushers and representing Home Care, Mom loved her job and her co-workers.

On behalf of our family, we thank everyone for attending Mom’s service.  For the calls, food, messages, flowers, and donations in Mom’s name, we thank you.  In lieu of individual thank you notes, a donation has been made to the Souris Personal Care Home Courtyard Fund c/o Prairie Mountain Health Box 10 Souris, Manitoba R0K 2C0.  This was a place Mom loved and was very near and dear to her heart.

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John, 56 years, beloved husband of Frances Davis, passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Sunday, March 5, 2023. A graveside funeral service was held at the Pipestone Cemetery, Pipestone, Manitoba on Monday, March 13, 2023. In lieu of flowers, in memory of John, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. click to read more

Lillian Mary Dudar: December 31, 1934 – May 13, 2022

It is with heavy hearts the family of Lillian Dudar announces her peaceful passing on May 13, 2022 with loving family by her side.  She was 87 years of age.

She leaves to celebrate her life, her son Michael (Dana) Dudar, daughter Maria (Ross) Spratt.  Brother William (Joan) Nadurak, sister Elizabeth (Henryk Mordarski) Nadurak, and precious granddaughter Dany Dudar; nieces and nephews JoAnne (Will) Benson, William (Tannis) Nadurak, Karen (Micheal) Quaile, Bill (Arlene) Dudar and Katie Mordarski (Alex Baxter).

Lillian is predeceased by her parents Nicholas and Mary Nadurak, baby sister Eileen Nadurak, husband Walter Dudar, eldest son David Dudar and grandson Jackson Dudar.

Lillian was born in Vegreville, AB and moved to Winnipeg with her family when she was quite young.  She graduated from St. Joseph’s Academy and began her career with the Blue Cross.  Lillian married Walter on September 26, 1959, and soon after moved to Brandon, MB.  Lillian raised three children predominately in Thompson, MB, where she held several positions which included a Driving Instructor.  I recall Dad giving up teaching me how to drive and said Mom was better suited as she had greater patience and nerves. She owned and operated her own restaurant for many years at the Thompson airport.  She supervised her family in the making of homemade hamburger patties for her restaurant in assembly line fashion; hairnets and all.

Lillian was very active in her church and held her Ukrainian heritage very close, instilling traditions and values to her children and grandchild.  Her Christmas and Easter feasts were utterly spectacular. She made the best perogies and breads, teaching us along the way.  We follow her recipes but they are not the same as when she made them.   She attended our Ukrainian dance classes, concerts and competitions with much pride and love.

Family meant the world to mom and it showed.  We were the best cared for kids ever, right up until her passing.  She always provided love, support and kind advice.  We’d call for help and she was always there for whatever we needed including a swift but gentle kick.  She took care of our animals when we were away and sent massive care packages when we were unable to come home.  We always knew where home was, it was with her, wherever she was.

Lillian loved being a Baba, and always looked forward to Dany visiting so she could spoil her a bit. Lillian liked to call Dany  “Joy” because that’s how she felt when they were together. And she loved nothing better than to have Dany’s ear to tell her stories about her Dad as a kid and his siblings, good and naughty!

Family would like to thank the staff at the Souris Personal Care Home for their support and dedicated care.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CancerCare Manitoba, 1160 – 675 McDermot Ave. Wpg, MB, R3E 0V9.

Interment will be held at a later date.

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