Peacefully on Monday, March 10, 2025 Ronald Leslie Ramsey passed away at the Souris Health Centre with his family by his side.
Ron was born on November 2, 1928 in Lauder, Manitoba and attended Lauder school. In 1948 while working as an apprentice electrician for Atkinson Electric, he caught the eye of a young lady who worked at the MTS building in Hartney. Lucy Blanchard and Ron Ramsey were married June 28, 1950.
This was the beginning of a 72 year romance, filled with love, laughter, hardships
Muriel, 86 years, beloved wife of the late John Gray, mother of Jackie and Marion. Muriel passed away at the Souris Health Centre on March 10, 2025. A private funeral service was held at Kowalchuk’s Funeral Chapel, Souris, with interment in the Souris & Glenwood Cemetery. In memory of Muriel, donations may be made to the Souris Glenwood Foundation Box 518 Souris, Manitoba R0K 2C0.
Tineke, 69 years, beloved wife of Gerlof de Jong, mother of Neeltje, Auke (France) and Liz (Kyle), grandmother of Olivia, Paige, Matthew and Abigail. Tineke passed away at the Souris Health Centre on March 5, 2025. Funeral service was held at St. Paul’s United Church, Souris, on Saturday, March 22, 2025. In memory of Tineke, donations may be made to the Souris Hospital Palliative Care Fund c/o Prairie Mountain Health Box 10 Souris, Manitoba R0K 2C0 or to the Deleau Park c/o Deleau Community
Geraldine (Gerry) Elizabeth Budd (née McMunn), passed away peacefully on March 2, 2025, at the Souris Personal Care Home. Gerry was born November 22, 1925, in the RM of St. Andrews, MB, to Pemberton Deacon and Elizabeth McMunn (nee Carter). She was the beloved wife of the late Ken Budd and a devoted mother to Kirk, Frank (Gail), and the late Diane. A cherished grandmother, Kimberlee (Michael) and Alyson will dearly miss her. She is survived by her sister Ida Davis of Wpg
Liza (Nee: Hardy), 90 years, beloved wife of the late Bill Scharff, mother of Diane (Don), Maureen (Curtis) and the late Darlene, Gary and Tony. Liza passed away at the Souris Personal Care Home on February 26, 2025. Funeral service was held at Kowalchuk’s Funeral Chapel, Souris, Manitoba on Friday, March 7, 2025. Private interment in the Riverside Cemetery, Hartney at a later date. In memory of Liza, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
Stan, 80 years, beloved husband of Margie Kozak, father of Jennifer, Dean and Matt. Stan passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on February 24, 2025. Funeral service was held at St. Paul’s United Church, Souris, Manitoba on Monday, March 3, 2025. Private interment in the Carroll Cemetery. In memory of Stan, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Robert Lloyd Cooper announce his passing, on Monday February 24, 2025 at the Reston Health Centre.
Robert is survived by his beloved wife Linda Cooper (Ashcroft), children Melanie (Nelson), Shawna (Ben), Kyle (Lindsay). His grandchildren Breanna (Brett), Shaylynn (Dominic), Danielle (Chad), Brandi (Gavin), Katie (Scott), Nairn, Mason, Natalie. His great grandchildren Kylie, Novalee, Jake, Isobel, Olivia, Johnny, Roe. Robert is also survived by his
Phyllis Christine passed away in her 98th year, beloved wife of the late Robert Elder, mother of Cheryl, Pam (John), Lisa (Richard) and the late Brent Elder. Phyllis passed away at the Hartney Community Heath Center on February 3, 2025. Funeral service was held at the Hartney Centennial Centre on Saturday, March 29, 2025. Interment in the Riverside Cemetery, Hartney. In memory of Phyllis, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
“TREASURE HER, LORD, IN YOU YOUR GARDEN
Alice Martha, beloved wife of the late Mervin Scott and the late Howard Fry, mother of Randy (deceased, wife Linda), Lillian (Marty), Boxer (Maureen), Geri (Wayne – deceased), Monica (Conrad).
Alice passed away at the Hartney Community Health Center on February 3, 2025. Funeral service was on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Souris, Manitoba. Private interment in the Riverside Cemetery, Hartney at a later date. In memory of Alice, donations may be made to the
Arthur Paulsen passed away January 29, 2025, at Brandon General Hospital at the age of 88. Arthur was born May 9, 1936, on the family farm south of Redvers. He was the sixth of eight children born to Paul & Caroline Paulsen. He went to Edenvale School after which he chose to pursue his passion for farming, working with his dad and brother Norman.
Arthur married Denise Carriere on November 10, 1962, and from this union two children were born- Cindy and Duane. They continued to farm in Redvers until 1969 when they moved to Maryfield to start farming on their own.
In 1984, they sold the farm and moved to an acreage south of Brandon. Art worked for a few years renovating & roofing homes before he became the maintenance person for Dinsdale Personal Care Home. They spent a summer season running a fishing camp in Ontario where they made a lot of good friends. When they came back, Art became the caretaker at Hobbs Manor in Brandon and worked there until his retirement in 2001.
Arthur’s retirement years were spent working on the farm with Bill and Cindy, working in his shop, and travelling with Denise.
Arthur is lovingly remembered by Denise, his wife of 62 years, his daughter Cindy (Bill) Scott and son Duane Paulsen. He also leaves to mourn- his oldest sister Margot Bouthillier, sisters-in-law Louise Paulsen, Claire Madsen, Leona Curle, Aline Rioux, Marilyne Carriere and numerous nieces and nephews.
Arthur was predeceased by his parents, Paul & Caroline Paulsen, Denise’s parents, Aime & Yvonne Carriere, his four brothers- Victor, Henning, Ansgar & Norman, his sisters Astrid & Eleanore, his brothers- in- law Ed Matthewson, Terrence O’Brien, Joe Bouthillier, Andy Carriere, Neville Wells, Pete Raimbault and nephew Brian Raimbault.
A graveside service for family and friends was held Friday, June 27,2025 at the Dannevirke Lutheran Cemetery, near Redvers, SK. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.