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Portage la Prairie, MB Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Portage la Prairie area

Nicole Elaine Simard

Nicole Elaine Simard

Dec 17, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Nicole Elaine Simard on December 17, 2024, at the age of 68. Nicole was born on November 1, 1956, in Barrie, Ontario. As an Airforce BRAT, she lived in four different provinces before settling in Portage La Prairie, Manitoba, where she made her home. Nicole worked for over 33...

Orest Kowall

Orest Kowall

Dec 16, 2024

After a short illness, Orest Kowall passed away on December 16, 2024 at Riverview Health Center in Winnipeg at the age of 86 years. 

Lovingly remembered by his wife Marlene and children Natalie (Rick) Deleau, Dana (Jerry) Campbell, and Aaron (Caitlin) Kowall and grandchildren Tyler (Jasmine) Campbell, Sara (Matt) Campbell, Matthew (Rowan) Kowall and Bronwyn (Riley) Kowall, sister Elaine (Conrad) Van...

Ronald "Ron" Nicholas Roteliuk

Ronald "Ron" Nicholas Roteliuk

Dec 12, 2024

It is with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Ron Roteliuk, on Thursday, December 12th , 2024 at the age of 89 years.

Ron was predeceased by his beloved wife, Marilyn and will be lovingly remembered by his children, Ron (Leona), Ross (Michele), Jennifer (Allan) di Dio, Robert (Andrea); grandchildren Ron (Jessie) Roteliuk, Randi-Lee (Joel) Switzer, Jarek (Maggie) Roteliuk,...

Pamela Mary Swaine (nee Taylor)

Pamela Mary Swaine (nee Taylor)

Dec 8, 2024

With heavy hearts we announce Pamela Swaine passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at Lions Prairie Manor at the age of 96 years. 

Lovingly remembered by her children Alan (Terry) of Ottawa, ON and John (Glenda) of Portage la Prairie, MB; grandchildren Gregory Swaine (Kait), Lauren Berrigan (Tom), Mariah Swaine (Luke), Katarina Swaine (Tyler) and Levi Swaine; great-grandchildren Jasper Berrigan,...

Robert John Stothers

Robert John Stothers

Dec 7, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Rob Stothers. Rob was a loving son, brother, uncle, father and grandfather. He passed comforted by his family on December 7th, 2024. 

Rob is survived by his children Taylor (Megan) and Hope (Nicolas) and his beloved grandchildren Jaxson and Luca. Also mourning his loss are his mother Sandra, sister...

Jeffrey Douglas Archibald

Jeffrey Douglas Archibald

Dec 1, 2024

It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Jeffrey Douglas Archibald, on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at the age of 54 years. Jeff was a loving son, brother and father. He was known for his humorous and creative spirit. Also, he was complicated at times.

Left to cherish his memory are his son, Nolan William Archibald; daughter, Riley...

Emily Yvonne Smoke

Emily Yvonne Smoke

Dec 1, 2024

It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Emily Smoke on December 1, 2024 in Portage la Prairie, MB at the age of 37 years. 

Emily leaves to cherish her memory, her mom Lorette Francouer, dad Lorne Smoke, children Damian, Julien, Chloe and Brady, father of her children Brad Foottit, brother Daniel Saltise, step-father Dan Saltise, gramma Yvonne...

Owen James Nodrick

Owen James Nodrick

Dec 1, 2024

With grievous heart we announce the death of Owen James Nodrick.

Owen (son of Dennis and Patty Nodrick) was born in Portage la Prairie on March 4, 1986. He received his primary education in Portage la Prairie and graduated from Arthur Meighan High school in 2004.

When well, Owen had a zest for life. He was an avid sportsman who enjoyed and...

Adeline Laura Sulatyski Pressey

Adeline Laura Sulatyski Pressey

Dec 1, 2024

Our family is deeply saddened to announce the passing of our mother, Adeline Pressey, on Sunday, December 1, 2024 at the age of 91. 

Adeline was married to the love of her life, Orest Pressey, for 57 years.

She was the mother of four, Richard, Susan, Jonathan (Ala) and Nancy; Baba to Kelley, Vanessa and Emily; great Baba to Jenna and Jackson. 

Adeline...

Brian Shorting Jr.

Brian Shorting Jr.

Nov 30, 2024

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved father, brother, nephew, uncle, cousin and friend, Brian Shorting on Saturday, November 30, 2024 at the age of 46 years.

Brian was predeceased his baby with Charlotte Huntinghawk, mother Joyce Longclaws, father Brian Shorting Sr., grandparents Phillip and Mae Longclaws, Joe Bird and Charity Shorting, aunts and uncle Melba...

Ethel "Wendy" Myran (nee Peters)

Ethel "Wendy" Myran (nee Peters)

Nov 29, 2024

It is with heavy hearts and great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Great-Great-Grandmother, Sister, Aunty, and friend; Wendy Myran entered the spirit world on November 29, 2024 in Winnipeg, MB at the age of 86 years. 

Wendy was predeceased by her son Gerald Myran, husband Tony Myran, parents Herbert and Violet Peters, brother Joe Peters,...

Walter "Wally" Bartsch

Walter "Wally" Bartsch

Nov 29, 2024

On Friday, November 29, 2024, as the setting sun painted the sky, Walter Bartsch passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, after a short but courageous battle with cancer. 

Walter is survived by his daughters, Rhea, Danielle, and Emma (Mike); grandsons, Kolton and Hazen; siblings, Herbert, Klaus, Erich, Alfred, and Ilona; ex-wife, Dolly (Denis), who remained a cherished part of his...

Heather Ann Page

Heather Ann Page

Nov 28, 2024

With sadness, we announce the death of Heather Ann Page, of Portage la Prairie, at the age of 57. Heather died peacefully, at home, on November 28, 2024. 

Heather attended school in High Bluff and Portage la Prairie.  

Heather was employed by Pure Fishing for many years. After completing courses for HR, she was employed by PAMI.  

Heather’s great love for...

William John "Jack" McRae

William John "Jack" McRae

Nov 27, 2024

With sadness we announce William John “Jack” McRae passed away on November 27, 2024, at the Portage District General Hospital at the age of 83 years. 

He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Karen McRae; children Kimberly Kustra Armstrong of Dauphin, MB, Kevin (Michelle) McRae of Meridian, Idaho and Drew (Brenda) McRae of Portage la Prairie; grandchildren Taylor (Brad), Payton...

Kelsey Rae Dewis

Kelsey Rae Dewis

Nov 26, 2024

SHE WAS A DIFFERENCE MAKER!

KELSEY RAE DEWIS JANUARY 3, 1985, to NOVEMBER 26, 2024

39 FOREVER.

After a life well lived and an unfortunate illness, we announce the passing of Kelsey Dewis. She loved life and did her best to resist the inevitable.

Our "whiskey in a teacup" girl brought joy to a room with her infectious smile and genuine interest in others....

Donald Cameron Clearwater

Donald Cameron Clearwater

Nov 22, 2024

Peacefully on November 22, 2024, Donald “Cam” Clearwater passed away with family by his side at the Portage District General Hospital at the age of 69 years. 

Cam was lovingly remembered by his wife Marjorie Larkins, son Derek (Ashley) with granddaughter Brooke, daughter Carmen (Jessy) with grandchildren Alexis, Kaiden and Lincoln, brother Fred (Betty) Clearwater, sister Joy Bray, the Larkins’ family,...

Robert "Buddy" Jason Asham

Robert "Buddy" Jason Asham

Nov 19, 2024

It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Robert “Buddy” Asham on November 19th, 2024 at the age of 53 years.

Buddy was born on November 2nd, 1971 and was raised in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba. He spent most of his younger years playing hockey, he also enjoyed hunting, being at his cabin and spending lots of time...

Marie Annie Gemmell (nee Balch)

Marie Annie Gemmell (nee Balch)

Nov 17, 2024

With sadness we announce Marie Gemmell passed away on Sunday, November 17th, 2024, at Portage General Hospital at the age of 82 years. 

Lovingly remembered by her husband of 55 years, Lloyd Gemmell of Portage la Prairie, son Rob (Anita) Gemmell also of Portage, daughter Loralee (Brad) Orr of Calgary and grandchildren Trace and Zoe Gemmell and Liam and Callum Orr....

Jim Rumancik

Jim Rumancik

Nov 12, 2024

In sadness we announce the sudden death of Jim Rumancik at his home at the age of 70 years. 

Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife and best friend Loralie, sons Michael and Mark (Julie), daughter Kaylynn (Garth), grandchildren Kelsy and Jade, brother Tim (Leah), sisters Theresa (Gerald), Margaret and Liz, sister-in-law Eileen, mother and father-in-law Jack and Clem,...

Anne Curtis (nee Andruski)

Anne Curtis (nee Andruski)

Nov 8, 2024

Peacefully on November 8, 2024, Anne Curtis earned her wings and went to be with the Lord, at the age of 90 years. 

Mom was born in North Ridge and grew up there, moving to Portage at a young age. She spent her younger life living and working in Winnipeg. She raised her family in Oakville and Portage.  

Mom’s greatest love...

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