Joan Wilson Goodwill (nee Torrance) was born January 3rd, 1935 on the farm 6 miles south of Griswold where she lived along with her father George Sr., mother Jessie (Durston), older brother John and younger brother George Jr.
At the age of eight years old in 1943, her mother passed away. Joan and her brothers had to take on added chores and responsibilities. Joan, with the help of her younger brother George, became the homemaker. She started her schooling at Hillsdale School and completed
Dornian: George, 92 years, beloved husband of Jean Dornian, father of Dale (Barb), Joy (Martyn) and Brent (Cheryl), as he wished George passed away at his residence in Souris on Tuesday, August 24, 2021. We are honoring his preference that there is a private family graveside service at the Souris & Glenwood Cemetery. In memory of George, donations may be made to the Canada Foodgrains Bank.
Johnson: Pat, 96 years, beloved wife of the late Ray Johnson, mother of Brian (Wendy), Dave (Lee), Ken (Brenda) and the late Sheila, passed away in the Souris Personal Care Home on Friday, August 20, 2021. A private family graveside service was held at the Souris & Glenwood Cemetery. In memory of Pat, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
KUNKA: JAMES WILLIAM “Jimmy”
It is with great sadness that we say good-bye to our dear Brother, Uncle and friend Jimmy Kunka, who passed away at the Souris Hospital on Aug.15, 2021.
Jimmy is survived by his siblings Lil Slifka, Mary Moore, Elsie Kurtenbach, Mike Kunka and Jean Carlson. He was predeceased by his parents John and Nellie Kunka, brother Tony Kunka, sister Florence Pomeroy, brothers-in-law Cliff Pomeroy and George Slifka, and sisters-in-law Amy Kunka and June Kunka. Jimmy
Penner: Lee (Hatch), 77 years, beloved wife of Eric Penner, mother of Kelsey, Trever and Ryan, passed away in the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Monday, August 9, 2021 after a life well and fully lived. A celebration of her life was held at the Oak Lake Community Hall, Oak Lake, Manitoba on Saturday, August 14, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. Interment in the Oak Lake Cemetery followed by a time of refreshments and fellowship at the Oak Lake Community Hall. In memory of Lee, donations
Vandermeulen: It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of George Vandermeulen on 05 Aug 2021 in Souris, MB. He was the second of seven children born to Germain and Zulma in Boissevain, MB on 30 Sep 1929. George was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle & friend.
George was predeceased by his parents; his brothers – Edward & Maurice; his sister – Harriet Powers; his brother-in-law – Howard McBurney; son – Randy;
Carter-Squire: Sheila, 69 years. It is with great sadness that we announce that on Sunday, July 25, 2021 Sheila passed away peacefully at the Souris Hospital. In keeping with her wishes there will be no funeral and she will be interred beside her parents in a private ceremony. In lieu of flowers, in memory of Sheila, donations may be made to the Souris Health Centre c/o Prairie Mountain Health Box 10 Souris, Manitoba R0K 2C0, Funds for Furry Friends or to charity of your choice.
Nicholls: Jean (Kuipers), beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister died peacefully at the age of 66 on July 23, 2021, at the Brandon Regional Health Center with her husband and children by her side, after losing her battle with liver disease. She was born in Brandon, Manitoba on September 24, 1954, to Rudy & Winnie Kuipers. She is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Gary Nicholls, her children: Rita (Aaron) Van Dresar, Tessa, and Adam (grandchildren, Karson
Robinson: Laurie, 82 years, partner of Ken Sabad and beloved wife of the late Harold Robinson, mother of Lee, Linda and Ron, passed away in the Souris Health Centre on Thursday, July 22, 2021. A private graveside funeral service was held at the Alexander Cemetery. In memory of Laurie, donations may be made to the Souris Health Centre c/o Prairie Mountain Health Box 10 Souris, Manitoba R0K 2C0.
Belbas: Danny, 86 years, passed away in the Souris Personal Care Home on Sunday, July 18, 2021. A graveside funeral service for family and friends was held at the Souris & Glenwood Cemetery on Saturday July 24, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. In memory of Danny, donations may be made to the Souris Legion.