Larry Bruce Cartlidge: November 28, 1943 – June 29, 2025
Bruce left us peacefully on June 29, 2025 at the age of 81 years. He is survived by his wife Myrna, children Heather (Phil Hines) and James (Crystal), step-children Duncan, Andrew, Douglas and Donna Ferguson and grandchildren: Jordan, Kelsey, & Bryson (Heather), Emma & Jimmy (James), Kara & Bryce (Duncan), Madelyn & Max (Andrew), Danielle
Irma Elizabeth Spratt (nee Shorey)
January 11, 1927 – May 31, 2025
Irma, age 98 years, beloved wife of the late Harold Spratt, passed away at Rideau Park Personal Care Home, Brandon, on Saturday, May 31, 2025.
Irma was born in Boissevain, Manitoba, on January 11, 1927 to Arthur and Marjorie Shorey. She grew up on the farm south of Boissevain along with her two brothers Ralph and Raymond.
She attended Richview, a one-room schoolhouse followed by Normal School in Winnipeg, making many lifelong
Bill, 75 years, beloved father of Michael and Angela. Bill passed away at Treherne Hospital on May 26, 2025. A memorial reception for family and friends was held at the Souris Legion on Saturday, June 21, 2025 starting at noon. Private interment in the Souris & Glenwood Cemetery. In memory of Bill, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or to the Souris Legion.
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.
Irene Josephine Catherine Charles (nee Dooley)
It is with great sadness, that we announce the sudden passing of our mother, Irene Charles, on May 14, 2025.
Irene was born December 12, 1930, the first of eleven children born to Frank and Henrietta (Martine) Dooley. She had six brothers and four sisters. She lived in Hartney since 1958. She married John Charles on May 16, 1949. John died on November 30, 2007.
Besides her husband John, she was pre-deceased by four brothers, two sisters, one sister-in-law
Adrian, 61 years, beloved husband of Laurie Bertholet, father of Tyler and Casey. Adrian passed away suddenly at the St. Boniface Hospital Winnipeg, Manitoba on May 3, 2025. A service to celebrate Adrian’s life was held at the Centennial Centre, Hartney, Manitoba on Saturday, May 10, 2025. Private interment in the Grande Clairiere Cemetery at a later date. In memory of Adrian, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or to Cancer Care Manitoba.
Janice Louise Palmer (nee Baillie) at the age of 74 passed away peacefully with her Daughter by her side on the morning of Wednesday, April 16, 2025. Janice was born on June 29, 1950. She was predeceased by her Mother Louise Anne Bilton and Father Alexander Allan Baillie, Husband Douglas Palmer and friend Lawrence Kraeker.
Family meant everything to her and her Grandchildren could do no wrong in her eyes. Simple was always the best way and it did not matter as long as we were all together.
Arnold, Norma: July 8, 1943 – April 14, 2025
Peacefully, on April 14, 2025, at Riverview Health Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Norma Arnold passed away.
Loving wife of the late Don Arnold, Norma was a devoted mother to Gail (Brian), Kim (Lisa), and Jeff (Izabel). She was a cherished Nana and Great-Nana whose warmth and spirit touched the lives of all who knew her.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Janet Phillips, beloved wife of Bill, mother to Richard (Rick) & Robert (Rob). Janet passed away on March 28, 2025, at the age of 77. Janet was born April 27, 1947 to Mel & Babs Wilson of Souris, MB. Janet is predeceased by her husband (Merlyn) Bill Phillips.
Janet grew up splitting her time between her grandparents’ farm in Napinka and her parent’s home in Souris. Her and Bill married in 1964 and bought their first farm
Eleanor, 84 years, beloved wife of Wayne Gordon, mother of Barry, Bryan and Brent. Eleanor passed away at the Souris Personal Care Home on March 22, 2025. A memorial reception for family and friends was held at St. Paul’s Auditorium, Souris, on Friday, March 28, 2025 at 12:00. Private interment in the Souris & Glenwood Cemetery. In memory of Eleanor, donations may be made to the Souris Personal Care Home Courtyard Fund c/o Prairie Mountain Health Box 10 Souris, Manitoba R0K 2C0.