All Obituaries

Peacefully, on the morning of December 26th, 2023, our brother, uncle, cousin, co-worker and friend, William Craig Russenholt, passed away at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops B.C. Craig was born in Swan River, Manitoba on June 1, 1953, to Clarence and Winnifred Russenholt. His early years were spent growing up on a farm in the RM of Minitonas, Manitoba. This is where, as most farm kids do, he learnt the value of hard work. Growing up Craig was always striving to be better. Whether raising...

It is with great sorrow that the family announces the peaceful passing of Gord Cowan on Saturday February 24th, 2024, at Swan Valley Health Centre Swan River Manitoba. Dad was predeceased by his parents Edwin and Coral, brothers Les and Charlie, and sisters Edna and Phyllis (Bid), and grandchildren Dylan and Scott. Left to cherish his memory are sister Doreen and brother Stuart (Carole), sons Keith (Malvina), Gordon Jr, Stephen (Sherry), and daughters Cathy, Colleen (John), and Elizabeth...

With gratitude for his beautiful life and deep sadness we, the family, announce the passing of Donald “Gordon” Leggatt of Swan River, Manitoba. Gordon passed away on February 3rd, 2024 at the age of 89 years. Gordon was born at home in Kenville, MB on December 24th, 1934 to Cornelius and Eileen Leggatt. He grew up in Kenville until the age of 5 when he moved to Swan River and lived there for his entire life. Gordon married his wife, Margaret Leggatt (nee Sagert), on August...

In keeping with John’s wishes cremation will take place. He will be laid to rest with a private family interment in the Benito Cemetery at a later date. An obituary will be posted in the future.  

In keeping with Olive’s wishes cremation will take place. She will be laid to rest with a private family interment in the Heritage Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Swan River, MB on a warm summer day  in July 2024. An obituary will be posted when available.

Wayne Robert Andrew Spence was born in Swan River MB on May 12th 1960 to parents Maggie Chartrand and Lloyd Spence. His siblings Darlene Beauchamp ( Peter ) , Hazel , Vinny and Daisy ( Ken ) His Children Jessie Lacasse ( Tyler ) her children. Pascal , Lane and Sam , His Late Son Jeremy (Spaz) and Jeremy's children Gavin , Maicy , Gage and Merideth . his late Son Greiyson , Faith and Hennesey . Wayne’s youngest son Obie , Obie's children Parker and Tie , Shay-Lee and Daxson ......

In keeping with Gail’s wishes cremation has taken place. She will be laid to rest with a private family interment in the Birchwood Cemetery, Swan River, MB. An obituary will not be published.  

Rose Emma Stevens (Cook) April 28, 1964 - March 21, 2024 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, chapan, auntie, sister, niece, cousin, friend, godmother, mother in law, sister in law, daughter in law, a wife to Garry Stevens. Rose Emma Stevens (Cook) was born on April 28, 1964. Born in Shoal River to Gladys Cook and Jean Baptise Quill. (Big Budd). Rose grew up in Shoal River and Chemawawin; she received her education in Easterville and later...

Rodney Calvin Morgan Hather of Key First Nation, SK. passed away in Swan River, MB, on March 1st, 2024 at the age of 42 years. Rodney was born in Swan River, MB, on September 16th, 1981, to Anita Quill and Kelvin Genaille. Rodney received his education in Barrows, MB. Rodney lived in Key First Nation; he grew up in Red Deer Lake, MB. Rodney moved around a lot, wherever his family was, he would be there with them. He loved playing his guitar and singing, he also loved playing baseball,...

William Brian Hart, 68, of Minitonas Manitoba, passed suddenly on Sunday March 17th, 2024. He was born on June 16th, 1955, to Bill and Ruth Hart. He married Beverly (Sheshka) on October 18th, 1980 and they had 6 children. He was a dedicated Christian who actively participated in spreading the word of God. He had an intense work ethic that fostered close relationships with many friends over the years. He loved animals and shared this passion with his children and grandchildren as they spent...