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 &
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
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.
Bill, 90 years, beloved husband of Janice McBrien, father of Don, Garry and Sandra Hart. Bill passed away at the Evergreen Place Personal Care Home, Boissevain on October 17, 2024. In keeping with Bill’s wishes a private service was held at the Riverside Cemetery, Hartney, Manitoba. In memory of Bill, donations may be made to the Evergreen Place Personal Care Home or to the Hartney Pool c/o Municipality of Grassland Box 399 Hartney, Manitoba R0M 0X0.
Reg McMurray: Reg, 60 years, beloved partner of Della Compton, father of Travis, Taylor and Brendan, son of Cecile and the late Ron McMurray, brother of Noreen and Marvin. Reg passed away accidently near Dunrea, Manitoba on September 19, 2024. In keeping with Reg’s wishes there will be no service. In memory of Reg, donations may be made to the Brandon Humane Society.
Alfred Morrisseau: 78 years, Alfred, beloved father of Warren, Ryan, Maurice, Twila, Felina and Joral. Alfred passed away at the Souris Personal Care Home on September 16, 2024. A private graveside service was held at the San Clara Parish Cemetery. In memory of Alfred, donations may be made to the Souris Personal Care Home Courtyard Fund c/o Prairie Mountain Health Box 10 Souris, Manitoba R0K 2C0 or to a charity of your choice.
Marie Mahy September 17, 1937 – August 16, 2024
Marie was the middle child of 11 born to Henriette and Frank Dooley. They lived in the Grande Clairiere area and she went to Grand Clairiere school. She married Maurice one week after her 18th birthday and Edward was born 10 months later. Marion, David and Joseph would follow. Four children by age 26! They farmed south of Maple Hill. They had no telephone or running water at the time. She provided a wonderful home for her family.
Arnold, 64 years, beloved husband of Diana Paddock, stepdad of Nazaire and Mikyle. Arnold passed away at the Souris Health Centre on August 16, 2024. A funeral service was held at St. Paul’s United Church, Souris, on Friday, August 23, 2024. Interment in the Souris & Glenwood Cemetery. In memory of Arnold, donations may be made to the Souris Hospital Palliative Care Fund c/o Prairie Mountain Health Box 10, Souris, Manitoba R0K 2C0.
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Carole Alma Maguire (Fraser) was born to William Thomas and Mary Irene Fraser in Binscarth, Manitoba December 4, 1934. The family moved to Waskada, Manitoba where she would reside with her two older brothers Bill and Gordon. She was very musical and excelled at the piano so was soon asked to play in her brother Bill’s band. After high school she went to Normal school in Winnipeg where she earned her teachers certificate. Her first job posting was in the Elgin School teaching Grades
Gary was born on January 5, 1950, in Killarney MB to Franklin and Olive McDowell. Gary’s primary years of education were in Killarney. The family owned a dairy farm but in 1962 sold the farm in Killarney and bought a dairy farm in Deleau. Gary then attended Deleau and Hartney school. Gary moved with his family for a short time to Carenport SK but would move back to Souris and marry his soul mate Karen Denbow May 23, 1970. In 1973 Karen and Gary would welcome a son, Darrell and in 1975 a daughter, Shelly.
Gary had many occupations throughout his years, baker, cheese maker, water plant operator, farmer, landscaper, life insurance agent, real-estate salesman and appraiser, developer, auctioneer. He was a man of many talents!
In 1997 Gary and Karen moved off the farm to Souris MB and his son Darrell and wife Mina took over the farming operation.
In retirement Gary enjoyed going south for the winter. He started a karaoke club at the good life park in Mesa Az and enjoyed sharing his talent of singing Elvis tunes.
Gary was called home to his heavenly father on July 31, 2024. Gary was preceded in death by his parents Franklin and Olive, brothers, Ron and Alvin and a still born daughter, Julie. He is survived by his loving wife Karen of 54 years, son Darrell (Mina) McDowell, daughter Shelly (Jeremy) Hoerer. Six grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Funeral service was held at the Centennial Centre, Hartney, Manitoba on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. Private interment in the Deleau Cemetery. In memory of Gary, donations may be made to the Gideon Bible or to the Turtle Mountain Bible Camp.
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