All Obituaries

Marcel left suddenly on February 21, 2023 performing his honor as a loving choom, walking osisima to school on a cold winter afternoon.  Marcel was raising two of five grandchildren the best way he knew how, with love, patience and gentle guidance.  A duty he shared with his loving wife, Juliette.  Juliette lovingly remembered by family as “Duke.”   “Duke” left her family on August 5th, 2020. Marcel was born in Birch River, Manitoba to his...

Sadly and unexpectedly, Penny Jean Alberts, at the age of 44 years, passed away on February 13th, 2023 at her home in Swan River, Manitoba. Penny was born on December 17th, 1978 in Dauphin, Manitoba and was the beloved daughter of Raymond and Maureen Alberts. She was raised in Deloraine until school age and in 1984 relocated to Dauphin, MB with her family. Penny Attended Whitmore Elementary School and would later graduate from DRCSS in Dauphin. Penny took cosmetology in high school and...

In keeping with Mary's wishes, a service will be held at a  later date. Cremation has taken place at Heritage Memorial Gardens, Swan  River, Manitoba.    It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of our loving mother and grandmother, Mary Ellen, on Friday March 3, 2023 at the age of 68. Mary Ellen was born on January 14, 1955 in Yorkton, Saskatchewan to Ken and Dorothy Clark. She was then raised in Swan River, Manitoba where she later attended Duncan...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gordon Douglas Little, fondly known as Gordie, on March 2nd, 2023, at the age of 81, in Swan River, Manitoba. He passed quietly with dignity with his wife Ellen at his side. Gordon was born on May 17, 1941, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, to Norman and Alma Little and grew up in Winnipeg and the surrounding areas. He met his wife Ellen (Ames) during his time in Churchill, Manitoba and they married in July 1973.  He was known for his...

Joseph Allan Sutherland was born on April 5th, 1947 to the late George and Emily Sutherland. The family announces his passing on February 15th, 2023 in Dauphin, Manitoba at the age of 75 years. Joseph always loved working in the bush along with his dad and family. He was taken out of school in grade 3 to help his dad and his mom. He was very friendly and outgoing. He liked hunting with his cousins. He enjoyed being outdoors. He liked his Hank Williams and his wine, triple X & 74 (lol)....

In keeping with Pearl’s wishes, a graveside service will be held at a  later date. Cremation has taken place at Heritage Memorial Gardens, Swan  River, Manitoba.  

At the age of 93, Shirley a resident of Swan Valley Lodge passed away with sons by her side. Shirley was born on September 26th, 1929 in Swan River living all her life in Kenville, except those years of training to become a nurse in Winnipeg, coming back to Swan River to nurse until retirement. Shirley is survived by her husband Dave Theunissen and his sons Bill and Murray, sister ,Marg and husband Richard Gogol, her sons Greg, Brian and wife Viola, nieces Joanne and Cathy, many...

Robert will be missed by his children: Sharon Contois, Carla Contois, Trina Contois, Sheila Contois, Dennis Malcom, Monica Beardy, Michelle Daniels, Monicalee Genaille (Charles; Stepchildren Autumn and Summer and as he would say, his “adopted” son Robert Campbell (Lynda). Robert was predeceased by his parents Zachary and Elizabeth Contois. His sister Lena Brass, brother-in-law Gordon Brass and brother Nelson Contois. Robert was a residential school survivor who grew up in Pine...

Darcy Sheldon Brass Born: Febriary 2nd, 1979 Died: January 21, 2023 at the age of 43 years Survived by: his parents, Norman Chartrand & Gail Spence; brothers, Norman Brass, Stanley Brass, Jeffrey Brass and Peter Cote; sister, Vanessa; grandfather, Alex Genaille; nieces, Flora & Chance as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Predeceased by: Late grandparents, Kathy, Margaret and Bill and his brother Ryan Brass. Special gratitude for those...

In loving Memory of                  Velma Constance Leona Quill    “Kisahkihitin”              May 19, 1949 – January 22, 2023   Velma Constance Leona, crossed over to the spirit world surrounded by love on Sunday January 22, 2023, in Swan River at the age of 73. Velma was born and raised in Shoal...