Jerry, 76 years, beloved husband of Ginny Hardy, father of Pam and Steven, passed away suddenly at his residence on his family farm near Deleau on July 13, 2024. A memorial reception for family and friends was held at the Deleau Park, Deleau. Manitoba on Sunday, July 28, 2024. A private interment service was held at the Deleau Cemetery. In memory of Jerry, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
Obituaries
Brown, Mervin Lloyd
Mervin Lloyd Brown was born in Carroll Manitoba on January 23, 1936, the seventh of eight children to Norman and Ida Brown. He attended school at Neelin and Treesbank for the first few years of his life before seeking employment, where he worked for local farmers, and spent some time working on the railroad. On June 28, 1960, he married Sheila Thornitt and moved to Alberta for a short time before moving back to Brandon. Their son Philip was born in 1962 and another move took them to the junction
Hansen, Geraldine (Gerry) Edith
Gerry, 89 years, beloved wife of the late Stan Hansen, mother of Alvin, Kelly and Cara (Alex) Butler, grandmother of Michael and Amanda (Scott), great grandma of Lillian. Gerry passed away at the Souris Health Centre on July 1, 2024. In keeping with Gerry’s wishes there will be no service. In memory of Gerry, donations may be made to the Souris Health Centre c/o Prairie Mountain Health Box 10 Souris, Manitoba R0K 2C0.
Denbow, Kenneth Larry
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.
Jackson, Donald Gordon
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Donald (Don) Gordon Jackson, age 82. Don passed away at the Souris Health Centre on June 15, 2024, after a long battle with cancer. He continued to live life one day at a time until the very end.
Watamaniuk, Andrew William
August 13, 1940 – June 13, 2024
Andrew Watamaniuk lived a good long life. He spent the majority of his life living on the land farming and growing a large garden that fed himself and whoever else between Souris and Gladstone needed potatoes. Andy would often say life was simple. Take care of the land and it will take care of you. Andy loved adventures. He often would drive several miles to see neighbours and friends despite never actually owning a driver’s license. One day that became
Cochrane, Donald Lee
Donald Lee Cochrane passed away in Portage la Prairie hospital on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at the age of 69. Donald was predeceased by his father Eldon Cochrane, mother Louella & sister Ruth. He will be remembered by his uncle Ossie Cochrane & his aunt Donalda Neufeld. There are many cousins to remember Donald as well as remaining members of the Rowe family from Nanaimo B.C.
Donald had a very strong interest in John Deere equipment & spent many hours looking at their pamphlets.
McBurney, Margaret Shirley
Margaret Shirley (Chalmers) McBurney April 10, 1934 – May 25, 2024
With heartfelt sadness, we announce the passing of Margaret Shirley (Chalmers) McBurney. Margaret was born in Brandon General Hospital 90 years ago. She had just celebrated her 90th Birthday party at the Bayside Room in Killarney. She passed from this life, May 25, 2024, with her family by her side.
She was the oldest child of Herbert and Daisy Chalmers and older sister to Bill. She received
Snow, James William (Jim)
Our hearts are broken, as we announce the passing of James (Jim) William Snow on May 20, 2024 at the Souris District Hospital after a short and unexpected diagnosis of pancreatic cancer.
Jim is survived by his wife Carol of 52 years, son Scott (Wanda), granddaughters Jordan and Brooke; mother-in-law Wanda Meadows, sister-in-law Sherri Black (Doug), brother-in-law Garry Meadows (Maxine), best buddy Glenn Crampsey and special
Rolston, William Arthur
With heavy hearts and cherished memories, Bill passed away on May 15, 2024, with family by side at the age of 92. Born on September 24, 1931, in the town of Virden, Manitoba, Bill Rolston entered the world. Born to Ralph and Ella Rolston.
Bill leaves to mourn his son Ralph, (Tanya Rolston) and their three children, Ella, Thomas, and Jack, his daughter Maralee (Cam Dodds) and their two children, Rhett and Madison, his sister Devona Slater, and his two nieces Sandy Olafson, (Kenny Andreychuk)