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Winnipeg Free Press (Newspaper) - February 3, 2015, Winnipeg, Manitoba WINNIPEG FREE PRESS, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2015 B7 TEST passages. winnipegfreepress. com Today’s Obituary Notices AMMETER, Fromhold ( Holde) CHILDS , Leslie Frank CHOMICHUK ( nee BURTON), Claudia DORIE , Crystal Lynn ENGEL , Rudi GARDOS , Constantina GESKE , Myrtle Rose KUCHERAWY , Jack Theodore LEVASSEUR ( nee LETENDRE), Rosalie Eliza MACDONALD , John Allan MARCOUX , Albini ( Al) MARSCHALL , Elva MCDONALD , Charles ( Pat) Patrick MOORE , Irene NAUGLER ( nee PIPER), Kathleen Frances OBIREK , Timothy Nolan PATTERSON , Donald Gordon PORTER , Bernice SKORYK , Adam ( John) SOKOLOSKY , Paul TAMAN , Verna Louise Notices may not appear in alphabetical order. FROMHOLD ( HOLDE) AMMETER 1924 - 2015 Peacefully at Rosewood Lodge in Stonewall, Holde passed away on the evening of January 31, 2015. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Silvia, brother Eric, sister Trudy ( John), sisterin- law Lydia, sister- in- law Alwyn, nieces and nephews Pamela Campbell ( Howard), Kathryn Harrison ( Wayne), Geordie Ammeter, Bill Ammeter ( Diane), Heather Lepine ( Martin), Linda Park ( Dan), Susan Magas ( Paul), Robyn Magas and Erin Magas ( Mark) as well as 17 grand- nieces and grand- nephews and three great- grand- nieces. Holde was predeceased by his brothers Gerhard, Roland and Hank, his nephew Eugene, and his parents Gottfried and Rosa. Holde was born in Karabulach, Russia on February 5, 1924. In 1929, with his parents, he moved to Canada and the family built a dairy farm in Starbuck. In 1949, he, along with his parents and brothers Roland and Eric, purchased a dairy farm in Stony Mountain, where he continued to dedicate his life to farming. In later years when his health began to fail, he was able to continue farming until age 90, thanks to his nephew Bill. Holde met Silvia in 1975, and on his birthday on February 5, 1976, they were married. Holde and Silvia had no children but Holde played a pivotal role in the raising of nephew Eugene and nieces, Pam and Kathy. All the children in Holde’s extended family grew up on an unlimited supply of fresh milk. Holde was a dedicated member of Christ Lutheran Church in Winnipeg. Silvia and family thank everyone who supported them through Holde’s illness and the excellent staff at Stonewall Hospital and Rosewood Lodge. Funeral Service will be held on Friday, February 6 at 11: 00 a. m. at the MacKenzie Funeral Chapel, Stonewall. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba, 10- 120 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 9Z9. MacKenzie Funeral Home Stonewall MB 1- 204- 467- 2525 mackhome@ mts. net LESLIE FRANK CHILDS December 19, 1926 – January 28, 2015 It is with sadness we announce the peaceful passing of our loving father, grandfather, brother and uncle, Leslie Childs at the age of 88 years. Les treasured his family, son Matthew and daughter- in- law Michelle, his granddaughters Emily and Kaitlyn, his sisters Nedra ( John) and Irene, and many nieces and nephews. Les is predeceased by his parents Lewnton and Louisa, his brother Jim and his brother- in- law Brian. Born in Basingstoke, England, Les attended school until 1941 and started work with an engineering firm until he left to join the Royal Air Force. Les immigrated to Canada in 1977 to Thompson, MB where he worked for Inco from 1977 until his retirement. Les was a gentle, kind and quiet man who took every opportunity to spend time with his family. Les was very proud of his son, and his granddaughters brought him great joy. He made sure everyone knew about his family and how important they were to him. Thank you to the many doctors, nurses and aides who helped care for Leslie over the years, including Dr. R. J. Hayward; thank you to those at St. Norbert Personal Care Home who ensured his comfort and happiness the past two years. We miss his smiles, his enthusiasm and support and his special way of letting us know how much he loved us. We love you, miss you greatly and will remember you always. A private interment will take place on February 7, 2015. Chapel Lawn ( 4000 Portage Avenue) is handling the arrangements. CLAUDIA CHOMICHUK ( nee BURTON) February 22, 1948 - February 1, 2015 Peacefully, with family at her side, our beautiful mother, Amma, and wife Claudia began her next journey. Her memorial service will be held on Thursday, February 5, 2015 at 2: 00 p. m. at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd., with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Riverview Health Centre. A longer obituary will follow in tomorrow’s newspaper edition. Family and friends may sign a Book of Condolence at www. glenlawn. ca Glen Lawn Funeral Home 204- 982- 7550 TEST TEST CRYSTAL LYNN DORIE July 3, 1982 - January 29, 2015 Suddenly, on January 29, 2015, Crystal Lynn Dorie passed away at the age of 32 years. Wake service is being held at the Christ Church Anglican Hall, Sagkeeng First Nation, Manitoba, Sunday, February 1 to Wednesday, February 4, 2015. Funeral service will follow in the church on Wednesday, February 4, 2015, at 2: 00 p. m. Interment will take place in the church cemetery. Crystal leaves to mourn her passing, her mother Elsie Dorie, stepfather Albert Spence, father Larry Morrisseau; her children Victoria ( Scott), Tyrell, Angel ( Tony), Trinity, Lyndie, Lily and Jerome; her grandchildren Caleb, Mason, Sophia and Taylor; her siblings David ( Kathy), Kirsten ( Donovan) and numerous brothers and sisters; grandmother Lillian; aunts Nancy ( Richard), Evelyn, Donna ( David), Val ( George), Debbie, Kim and Terry ( Lloyd), uncles Les ( Gloria), Harold ( Florence), Stanley ( Barb), Michael ( Donna), Leslie ( Liz), Marven, and Claude; great- aunts Florence, Margaret and Linda; great- uncle John and Little Joe; nieces and nephews Brayden, Xzander, Kaylese, Jersey, Savanah, Solana, Daisy, Draven and Sarah, numerous cousins, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her grandparents Stanley Dorie, Lawrence and Lillian Morrisseau, uncle Fred ( Lillian), aunt Harriet, great- grandparents Sidney and Christine Dorie, and Matthew and Agnes Kent. Condolences may be sent to the family c/ o Spirit Road Funeral Services Inc., PO Box 200, Fort Alexander, MB, R0E 0P0, 204- 340- 6490 or friends may leave a message of sympathy at spiritroadfs@ shaw. ca RUDI ENGEL With love and sadness in our hearts we announce the passing of our dear husband, loving father, and Opa, Rudi Engel, on Thursday, January 29, 2015 at St. Boniface Hospital, at the age of 77 years. Rudi was predeceased by his mother in 2014. He will be lovingly remembered by his beloved wife Gisela, their children Tony ( Elaine), Debby, and grandchildren Meghan, Kelli, and Tiffanni. Rudi enjoyed hunting and fishing and spending time with his family. He always had a great time with his coffee buddies. A celebration of Rudi’s life will be held at 2: 00 p. m., Friday, February 6, 2015, Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd. Special thank you to Dr. Hochman and Dr. Gussman for your care and support. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Rudi to the St. Boniface Hospital. Family and friends wishing may sign a book of condolence at www. glenlawn. ca Glen Lawn Funeral Home 204- 982- 7550 CONSTANTINA GARDOS It is with deep sadness that the we, as a family, announce the passing of our loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She passed peacefully with her husband of 56 years, Basile, by her side. A faith- filled woman of God, she will also be forever remembered in the hearts of her three daughters: Angela ( John), Panagiota, Nikoletta ( George) and grandsons, Johnathan and Alex. Services will be held at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 2255 Grant Avenue. Prayers will be held on Wednesday, February 4, at 7: 00 p. m. and funeral service Thursday, February 5, at 11: 00 a. m. If you wish, donations can be made to the Winnipeg Salvation Army. MYRTLE ROSE GESKE Peacefully on Friday, January 30, 2015 at Seven Oaks Hospital, Myrtle Geske passed away at the age of 92 years. A memorial service will take place on Monday, February 9, 2015 at 2: 00 p. m. at Lutheran Church of the Cross, 560 Arlington Street. Longer obituary will follow Saturday. NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE 204- 949- 2200 neilbardalinc. com JOHN ALLAN MACDONALD Peacefully, with his loving wife and family by his side, John passed away at the Deer Lodge Centre on Friday, January 30, 2015. Longer obituary will follow. NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE 204- 949- 2200 neilbardalinc. com ALBINI ( AL) MARCOUX It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Al Marcoux on Friday, January 30, 2015 at the Riverview Health Centre at the age of 74 years. In keeping with Al’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a funeral mass celebrating his life will be held on Thursday, February 5, 2015 at 10: 30 a. m. in Christ the King Catholic Church, 847 St. Mary’s Road. Family invites friends to sign an online book of condolences at www. ejcoutu. com. E. J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 204- 253- 5086 TEST TEST JACK THEODORE KUCHERAWY February 19, 1935 - Sifton, Manitoba January 29, 2015 - Calgary, Alberta Jack loved to travel and he departed on his final journey to his eternal home on Thursday, January 29, 2015 at the age of 79 years after a difficult struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. Jack Theodore was born on February 19, 1935, the youngest child of Michael and Annie ( nee Lulashnyk) in the Sifton, MB area. He grew up and attended school in Sifton until Grade 12, which he studied in Meunster, SK. He completed his B. A. from the University of Western Ontario in 1957 and his B. Ed. from the University of Manitoba in 1967. Jack also spent time in Quebec and Tours, France where he attended French language summer schools. Jack and Marilyn ( nee Chisholm) were married on July 8, 1967 and started their married life in Killarney, MB. For the school year 1968 to 1969 they moved to Plessisville, QC where he taught English as a second language to French speaking high school students. On returning to Killarney, Jack and Marilyn organized many fund raising projects with his Grade 12 French students. He did this for two different years so that he could take the class for a week to Quebec to experience the language and culture. In the summer of 1975 he was selected by the Canadian Teachers’ Federation to travel to Bangkok, Thailand for two months to teach English as a second language to Thai school teachers. Over the course of his life, Jack became fluent in five languages. After 22 years of teaching high school French in various places in Manitoba and sitting on committees at the local and provincial levels of the Manitoba Teachers’ Society, he moved his family to Calgary in 1979 where he attended S. A. I. T. for a year and earned his Canadian Institute of Travel Consultants Certificate. Jack fulfilled his dreams of travel by visiting Europe, Scandinavia, Russia, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and numerous sites in North and South America until his retirement in 2000 from the AMA main office. Jack was devoted to his family, his faith and was an advocate for youth development. He was involved with the Navy League of Canada as his children moved through the ranks of NLCC Captain Jackson and RCSCC Undaunted Corps. He volunteered innumerable hours at the local, provincial and national levels of the organization. He was recognized for his untiring service by receiving The Queen’s 50th Jubilee Medal in 2003. In his retirement, he was honored to be asked to join the committee to establish Juno Beach Academy, once again volunteering many hours before and after its reality. Jack is survived by his supportive wife of 47 years, Marilyn; his daughter Andrea ( her partner Lana); his son Trevor ( Melissa) and his precious granddaughter Naya. He is also survived by his sister Stella Locker; six nieces, two nephews and their families. He will forever be remembered as the perfect gentleman! He was predeceased by his father Michael ( 1957), his mother Annie ( 1971), his brother Walter ( 1944) and sisters Mary Burak ( 2004) and Pauline Ganczar ( 1992). Jack was truly fortunate to spend his last months in the caring, understanding and gentle hands of the staff at Bethany Harvest Hills. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY ( Chapel of the Bells, 2720 Centre Street North Calgary, AB) on Tuesday, February 3, 2015 at 8: 00 p. m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church ( 835 Northmount Drive N. W, Calgary, AB) on Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at 11: 00 a. m. A private family graveside service to follow at Queen’s Park Cemetery. Condolences may be forwarded through www. mcinnisandholloway. com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes can be made to Bethany Harvest Hills, 19 Harvest Gold Manor N. E., Calgary, AB T3K 4Y1. “ On se reverra” ( We will see each other again) In living memory of Jack Kucherawy, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH, Calgary, AB Telephone: 1- 800- 661- 1599. ELVA MARSCHALL Elva Marschall of Russell, Manitoba, formerly of Inglis, Manitoba, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2015 at the age of 80 years. Elva is survived by her children: Roy ( Kim) Marschall of Shellmouth, MB, Earl ( Louise) Marschall of Winnipeg, MB, Cheryl Marschall- Williams of Winnipeg, MB, seven grandchildren, three great- grandchildren, and brother Erwin ( Theresa) Scheller of Langenburg, Saskatchewan. Prayers will be said from the Braendle- Bruce Funeral Chapel, Russell on Friday, February 6, 2015 at 7: 30 p. m. The funeral service will be held from the Bethany Lutheran Church, Inglis, MB on Saturday, February 7, 2015 at 2: 00 p. m. with interment following in the Bethany South Cemetery, Inglis. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Bethany Lutheran Church, Inglis or to Russell and District Palliative Care. Remembrances and condolences may be emailed to bbfs@ mymts. net Braendle- Bruce Funeral Service of Russell is in care of arrangements. KATHLEEN FRANCES NAUGLER ( nee PIPER) Peacefully, with family by her side, on Saturday, January 31, 2015, Kay passed away at the age of 89. Full obituary to follow in Saturday’s edition of the Winnipeg Free Press. Gilbart Funeral Home, Gimli in care of arrangements. TEST TEST ROSALIE ELIZA LEVASSEUR ( nee LETENDRE) February 12, 1934 - January 28, 2015 It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Rosalie on Wednesday, January 28, 2015, at St. Boniface Hospital, at the age of 80 years. She leaves behind to mourn: her brother Clare Letendre; her son Clare Dickinson ( Jennifer); three grandchildren: Miranda Boland ( Paul), and Tyler and Tanner Dickinson. She was predeceased by her husband Henri Levasseur in 2013, her brother Paul in 2008, and her parents Rupert and Susan Letendre. Rosalie was born in St. Boniface and spent her teenage years attending St. Mary’s Academy. She started a career with the Canada Revenue Agency, Taxation Department, and was eventually transferred to Ontario. It was there that she gave birth to her only son Clare in Oakville, ON in 1970. After a move back to Winnipeg in 1973 to be closer to family, she obtained a job with the Province of Manitoba as an Aboriginal Court Communicator, where she remained until her retirement. Rosalie’s love for gardening and animals kept her busy during her retirement years. It was during those years that she ran into her childhood sweetheart, Henri ( Hank) Levasseur and they eventually went on to marry in January of 2003. They shared 10 wonderful years together before his passing and she fondly remembered those as the best of her life. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Winnipeg Humane Society in Rosalie’s memory. In keeping with Rosalie’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial service celebrating her life will be held on Thursday, February 5, 2015 at 2: 00 p. m. in the Coutu Funeral Chapel, 680 Archibald Street. The Coutu family is in care of arrangements E. J. Coutu & Co. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald 204- 253- 5086 ejcoutu. com TIMOTHY NOLAN OBIREK Suddenly on Saturday, January 31, 2015, at his residence, Tim Obirek aged 48 years, of Selkirk, MB, beloved husband of Susan and son of Dorothy and Ed. Full obituary to follow in Saturday’s edition of the Free Press. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements. CHARLES ( PAT) PATRICK MCDONALD October 14, 1958 - January 30, 2015 With his family by his side, Pat ( Charles Patrick) McDonald passed away peacefully on Friday, January 30, 2015 after battling ALS for just over a year. His spirit was strong and he fought until the very end. We know he’s in the Salisbury House in heaven, looking down on his family, heart overflowing with love. Pat was loved by so many and will live on in our memories: whether it was a trip to the beach with all his nieces and nephews at the cabin in Grindstone, dancing at his daughter’s wedding, playing at the park with his grandsons, his work at Canadian Linen, cheering at Jets’ games, throwing a baseball around or swimming underwater for what seemed like miles, he’ll never be forgotten. Pat’s four daughters Jessica ( Justin), Rachel and her two sons Jack and Van, Justine and Alainna will carry on his legacy with the help of their mother, Cara McDonald. All his siblings, Dave, Robert and Lori; mother Bettiann and father Jack will cherish their memories of him and in- laws Joan and Paul, George and Mary- Jo, Lisa, Kelly, and his many nieces and nephews will love him forever. On Thursday, February 5, 2015 Pat’s Funeral Service will be held at 1: 00 p. m. in Westwood Community Church, 401 Westwood Drive. Donations in Pat’s memory may be made to the ALS Society of Manitoba, 493 Madison Street, Winnipeg, MB R3J 1J2. Wojcik’s Funeral Chapels & Crematorium, 2157 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada 204- 897- 4665, is in care of arrangements. wojciksfuneralchapel. com “ In tears we saw you sinking, we watched you fade away. You suffered much in silence you fought so hard to stay. You faced your task with courage, your spirit did not bend, but still you kept on fighting till the very end. God saw you getting tired, when a cure was not to be, He closed His arms around you and whispered ‘ come to me,’ So when we saw you sleeping so peaceful free from pain, we couldn’t wish you back to suffer that again. So keep yours arms around him Lord, and give him special care. Make up for all he suffered and all that seemed unfair.” TEST TEST IRENE MOORE February 7, 1915 - January 31, 2015 Peacefully on Saturday, January 31, 2015 Hazel Irene Moore, formerly of Cartwright, MB passed away with her children by her side, one week short of her 100th birthday. In keeping with her wishes, a graveside service will take place at a later date. 204- 586- 8044 DONALD GORDON PATTERSON October 21, 1937 - January 31, 2015 At the CHUS Fleurimont, passed away after a short illness, son of the Late John Gordon Patterson and Marjorie Sexton, residing in Baldwin Mills, QC. An Air Canada retiree, an avid curler, golfer and world traveller, Don is survived by his wife of 53 years, Aline Lapointe, his sons Michael, James ( Jennifer Banton) and daughter Tracey ( Jeff Greenbaum) as well as his six very special grandchildren, Max, Joely and Jake Greenbaum and Ian, Malcolm and Andrew Patterson. Celebration of life will be held on February 8 at 3 p. m. with visitation from 2: 00 p. m. at Cass Funeral Home, 545 Dufferin Street, Stanstead, QC. A memorial service will be held in Montreal at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Rotary Club of the Boundary, 4 Principale, Stanstead, QC J0B 3E5 or to the Border Curling Club, 26 Principale, Stanstead, QC J0B 3E5 will be appreciated. BERNICE PORTER God truly blessed Bernice with 94 years of life - she peacefully passed away on January 23, 2015 with her family by her side. Bernice had never ending love for her two sons Gary and Bill, she always enjoyed family birthday's and holidays when we were all together. Her great joy in life was when she became a grandmother to Bryn and Branden. Son Bill ( Cheryl), Bryn and Branden will miss her dearly, along with her great wit and humour. Bernice is predeceased by her husband Gordon and son Gary. A private family service will take place at a later date. If desired, donations in her memory can be made to Canadian Diabetes. Arrangements in care of Wheeler Funeral Home, 1800 Day Street. ADAM ( JOHN) SKORYK June 1, 1940 - February 1, 2015 John passed away peacefully on February 1, 2015, with his family at his side. He will be sadly missed by his wife, Angie, and children, Kim ( Doug), Shelley ( Randy), Jason ( Marcy), Dawn ( Marvin), Patrick and Michelle, along with his 15 grandchildren and five great- grandchildren. John was the youngest of five children, with sisters Tillie, Rose, Pauline and Mable. He will also be greatly missed by extended family and friends. John was predeceased by his parents, Louie and Annie, son Vern, daughter Kimberly, wife Norma, and brothers- in- law, Mike, Allan, and Ron. John had a great love of spending time with his family and friends, with many backyard barbeques. He was a gentle soul, who fed all of the birds and deer - no matter how cold. He loved looking after his yard and garden, as well as travelling every year to Mexico, where he jumped waves like a young child. John was employed with M. J. Roofing for over 35 years, keeping everyone on their toes. One of the things he loved was being the boss. After his 65th birthday, he decided to retire from M. J. Roofing and then promptly started his own business with the comment, “ he could work his own hours”. Let’s face it, he was a workaholic. John had a great sense of humour, with a laugh that was infectious, and he was always ready to lend a helping hand. Per John’s request, there will not be a formal service and cremation has already taken place with a private family gathering to be held at a later date. The family would like to thank the staff at the Gimli Johnson Memorial Hospital for all their compassion and loving care. They were amazing. A special thanks to Dr. Rohma, Julie, Tanis, Laura, and all homecare staff. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Gimli Community Cancer Program or Interlake Eastern R. H. A. Palliative Care Program. NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE 204- 949- 2200 Gimli 204- 642- 7124 neilbardalinc. com TEST WFP, 20150203,, 7, B, 1 - Requested Mon Feb 2 17: 02: 38 2015 - Job 323612782 ;