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Portage la Prairie, MB Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Portage la Prairie area

Leanne Coleman-Kamphuis

Leanne Coleman-Kamphuis

Dec 29, 2024

We grieve the loss of our wife and mother, Leanne Coleman-Kamphuis. On December 29, 2024 at home in Portage la Prairie, Leanne passed away at the age of 62 years.

Left to mourn are her husband Robert, daughter MaryBeth (Nicholas), grandchildren Malakai and Blake, father Greg Sr., siblings Greg Jr. (Lisa), Johngary (Elizabeth), Rhyan (Danielle), Grahame (Angela) and numerous nieces, nephews,...

Ferris Waind MacDonald

Ferris Waind MacDonald

Jan 13, 2025

Ferris Waind was born to Norma (Ferris) and Cecil (Mac) MacDonald on December 11, 1939, and was eagerly welcomed by his nine-year-old sister Wanda. A year later he was joined by sister Connie. Being close in age they devleloped many of their own words, often requiring interpretation by Wanda. 

From a young age Waind exhibited an interest in all things mechanical....

Irene Mary Yacucha (nee Kessler)

Irene Mary Yacucha (nee Kessler)

Jan 10, 2025

With great sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother Irene Yacucha on January 10, 2025 at the Lions Prairie Manor with family by her side at the age of 95 years. 

Mom will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her children: Gail, Dallas, Shaun (Kevin) and Dean (Paula); grandchildren Cole, Taylor, Stephen and...

Trevor Melvin Lambert

Trevor Melvin Lambert

Jan 9, 2025

With sadness we announce the passing of Trevor Lambert on January 9th, 2025 at the Lions Prairie Manor at the age of 88 years.

Trevor was born in Welwyn, SK and later moved to Carberry, MB. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Brandon University, where he met his future wife. Trevor and Rhoda were married in 1963, and not...

Donald James Garnham

Donald James Garnham

Jan 6, 2025

With sadness we announce that Donny Garnham passed away on January 6, 2025 at the Portage District General Hospital at the age of 71 years. 

Donny is survived by his sisters Gwen Armishaw, Myrna (Roy) Dezeng and Marge (Victor) Smoke, all of Portage la Prairie, MB and sisters-in-law Carol B. Garnham of Portage la Prairie, MB and Sally Vivier of Calgary,...

Linda Elaine Wright (nee Smith)

Linda Elaine Wright (nee Smith)

Jan 6, 2025

With sadness we announce the passing of Linda Wright on January 6, 2025 at 81 years of age.  

She is lovingly remembered by husband Alan Wright; daughter Amanda Wright (Bartosz Rucinski); grandson Jakub Rucinski; sisters Winona Otsuji and Debbie Smith; sisters-in-law Linda Smith, Susanne Wright, and Jeanie (Deric) Affleck; brothers-in-law John (Charlene) Wright and Paul Wright; and various nieces, nephews,...

Nelson Woods

Nelson Woods

Jan 3, 2025

~ Wakinyan Yokohama ~

“First Thunder”

 

Peacefully, on Friday, January 3, 2025, Nelson Woods began his journey to the Spirit World in Long Plain First Nation at the age of 79 years.

Nelson was predeceased by his parents, George and Barbara Woods, thirteen siblings, and son Geordie.

Left to mourn his passing are his children Derek, Andrea (Marcel) and Adrienne (Dean), 10 grandchildren, 26...

Zion Malakai Zaye Catcheway-Peters

Zion Malakai Zaye Catcheway-Peters

Dec 29, 2024

On December 29, 2024, Zion Catcheway-Peters passed away at the age of 1 year.

He will be lovingly remembered by his mother Kristy; father Draven; grandparents Aprille and Christopher Sr. Catcheway; great grandparents Lawrence and Delphine Peters; aunts and uncles Alicia, Mariah, Nikkita, Raelyn, Christine and Persayias, Nathan and Christopher Jr. along with numerous relatives and extended family. 

We are thankful for...

Bonnie Dale Peters

Bonnie Dale Peters

Dec 28, 2024

~ Na No Kasi ~

“Hummingbird”

It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Great-Great Grandmother, Sister, Aunty, and Friend, Bonnie Peters, who entered into the Spirit World on December 28, 2024 in Winnipeg, MB at the age of 73 years.

Bonnie was predeceased by her parents Harvey Sr. (1996) and...

Linda Margaret Caddoo

Linda Margaret Caddoo

Dec 27, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Margaret Caddoo, of Lakeland, Manitoba on December 27, 2024, at the age of 75 years.

Linda was born on May 13, 1949, to Helen and Charles Ball in Carman Memorial Hospital. Linda attended Carman Collegiate, after graduating she worked as a secretary for a Public Press, until she married...

Jeannie Cooper Crandell (nee Rodger)

Jeannie Cooper Crandell (nee Rodger)

Dec 27, 2024

Peacefully on December 27th, 2024, Jeannie Crandell passed away at Lions Prairie Manor at the age of 105 years. 

She leaves to mourn her three children: James (Laura) of Winnipeg, Florence Piche of Williams Lake, BC, and Vernon (Jr.) (Patricia) of Portage along with numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. 

Jeannie was born April 3, 1919 on the homestead near Wheatstone, Sask. to...

Florence "Marlene" Kowall (nee McIvor)

Florence "Marlene" Kowall (nee McIvor)

Dec 25, 2024

After a short illness, Florence “Marlene” Kowall passed away on the morning of December 25, 2024 at Riverview Health Center in Winnipeg at the age of 80 years.  

Lovingly remembered by her 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. She is...

Elizabeth "Betty" Walsh

Elizabeth "Betty" Walsh

Dec 21, 2024

Peacefully, with family by her side, we are saddened to announce the passing of Elizabeth “Betty” Walsh, of Thompson, Manitoba. Betty peacefully passed at the Brandon Regional Hospital on December 21, 2024 at the age of 71.

Betty will lovingly be remembered by her sisters Genevieve Chaput of Hanmer, Ontario, Mary Bourguignon (Yvon) of Winnipeg Manitoba, and Nellie Clarke of Capreol,...

Mike Peter Todosijiw

Mike Peter Todosijiw

Dec 19, 2024

With sadness we announce the passing of Mike Todosijiw with family by his side on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at the St. Boniface Hospital at the age of 78 years. 

Left to cherish his memory are his daughter Doreen (Don) Blois, granddaughter Cynthia; along with extended family and friends. 

Funeral Service will be held at McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel, Portage la Prairie,...

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...

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