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SUMMARY:Helen Walker
DESCRIPTION:Helen Elizabeth Sigurbjorg Walker (née DeLaronde) \nJanuary 23\, 1935 – January 18\, 2026 \nIt is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Helen Elizabeth Sigurbjorg Walker (née DeLaronde) on January 18\, 2026\, in Selkirk\, Manitoba\, at the age of 90. Helen was predeceased by her beloved husband\, George Walker; her parents\, Joseph and Solveig (Sylvia) DeLaronde; her brother\, Joseph DeLaronde Jr. and her daughter-in-law\, Diane Walker (née Baczewich). She is lovingly remembered by her daughters\, Joanne Ksionzek (Wayne)\, Diane Wark (Tom)\, and Pat Sareault (Robert)\, and by her son\, Chris Walker. She will also be fondly remembered by her 10 grandchildren\, 16 great-grandchildren\, and one great-great-grandchild. \nHelen was born on January 23\, 1935\, on Hecla Island\, Mb\, before moving with her family to Selkirk at the age of 12. She lived her life surrounded by many cousins\, nieces and nephews\, with whom she shared close bonds\, happy memories and stories that she cherished throughout her life. She married the love of her life\, George Walker\, on November 7\, 1953\, and together they made their home in Petersfield\, Mb where they raised their family and lived a busy farm life. Helen was deeply involved in her community and worked at Booth Fisheries\, served as a 4‑H sewing leader\, and was a long‑time member of the Petersfield Community Club. She was also well known as a cook at the Petersfield Hotel and the infield booth at the Selkirk Fair and Rodeo. \nLater in life\, Mom made her home at the Selkirk Lions Centennial Centre\, where she enjoyed bingo\, card games\, outings\, and the companionship of many friends. She cherished time with her family\, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also had a deep love and passion for baking\, sewing\, knitting and crocheting\, creating countless handmade items for family\, friends\, and others in need. Helen was known for her humour\, practical wisdom\, and her love of travel\, and family adventures. \nMom faced illness with remarkable courage\, grace\, and selflessness\, always thinking of others first. We will deeply miss her\, and she will never be forgotten. \nA funeral service will be held on Friday\, February 6\, 2026\, at 11:00 a.m. at Gilbart Funeral Home (309 Eveline Street\, Selkirk\, Mb). Guests are warmly invited to remain following the service for lunch and refreshments to share memories. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Petersfield Community Club\, Arthritis Society of Canada or Cancer Care Manitoba Foundation.
URL:https://springschurch.com/event/helen-walker/
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SUMMARY:Vivian Wiebe
DESCRIPTION:Vivian Wiebe\, age 73\, of Niverville\, Manitoba\, passed away peacefully\, surrounded by family\, on Friday\, February 13\, 2026\, at De Salaberry District Health Centre\, St. Pierre-Jolys\, MB. \nShe is survived by her husband Ernie Wiebe\, two daughters\, two sons\, and their families. She is also survived by four sisters\, two brothers and their families\, as well as five sisters-in-law\, one brother-in-law and their families. \nShe was predeceased by her parents Jake & Eva Friesen and her parents-in-law Peter & Sadie Wiebe. \nVivian was married to Ernie for 50 years\, she enjoyed gardening\, camping\, travelling and spending time with her grandkids and children. She spent her time volunteering at church and enjoyed cooking meals for Steinbach Community Outreach.
URL:https://springschurch.com/event/vivian-wiebe/
CATEGORIES:Funerals
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SUMMARY:ELIZABETH ISAAK
DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Isaak passed away peacefully on February 23\, 2026\, after a courageous battle with lung cancer. \nShe was born on October 31\, 1962\, with a gentle spirit and a life that would include many physical challenges. Liz is now free from the limitations her body placed on her ability to walk\, speak\, and learn. We take comfort in knowing she is whole and unburdened\, able to run freely in heaven without the need for a wheelchair. \nDespite the obstacles she faced\, Liz graduated from school\, worked for several years\, and learned to communicate using her computer. Her determination and quiet perseverance were an inspiration to those who knew her. Everyone who knew Liz loved her and was touched by her joyful\, loving nature. \nShe leaves behind her devoted and loving mother and primary caregiver\, Sonja Isaak; her sisters\, Cindy (Yardley Ploegman) and Barb (Paul Galessiere); her niece\, Aleah (Aaron Unger); her nephew\, Daniel; and many supportive friends. We are especially grateful for the love and compassionate care shown by the staff at Calvary Place PCH. \nLiz was predeceased by her father\, Arthur Isaak\, and her beloved aunt Elsie. She will be remembered for her sweet innocence\, her remarkable precision in remembering significant dates\, her wonderful sense of humor\, and her love of all things orange and pumpkin – a fitting tribute to her October 31 birthday. \n“Praise the Lord\, my soul; all my innermost being\, praise His holy name.” Psalm 103:1. \nA celebration of Liz’s Life will be held at Springs Church\, 725 Lagimodiere\, at 12 noon on March 7. \nIn lieu of flowers\, charitable donations may be made to the Springs Church “Build the Future” new building campaign.
URL:https://springschurch.com/event/elizabeth-isaak/
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SUMMARY:Lorraine Smith
DESCRIPTION:Lorraine Cecile Bernadette Smith (Latour) passed away peacefully on March 13\, 2026 at Tudor House in Selkirk\, MB at the age of 101 years. She is survived by her son Keith Raskob-Smith (Debra Goossen) and daughter Lynn Luining as well as grandchildren Cassidy (Simran)\, Delaney\, Braden (Aly)\, Brook\, Dylan (Aderonke)\, Jess (Catarina) and great grandchildren Ameeri\, Jade and James; nieces Lorena\, Louise and Catherine; nephews Dan\, Robert and Marshall. Lorraine was predeceased by her parents Kathleen and Joseph Latour\, brother Eugene Latour and sister Lucille Gourlay (Latour) as well as nephew Noel. \nLorraine was born in Deloraine\, MB but lived in many small towns in rural Manitoba\, Saskatchewan and Northern Ontario\, as her dad was a CP Rail station manager. She loved to climb trees and play baseball. When she was bored\, Lorraine would catch flies and paint their wings before releasing them. Lorraine was a talented painter and did both landscape and professional portraits. After graduating high school\, Lorraine went to nursing school in Port Arthur\, ON. On returning to Manitoba\, Lorraine worked a full career as an registered nurse until she retired from Selkirk & District General Hospital in 1983.  After retiring\, Lorraine provided childcare and welcomed foster children and boarders into her home for many years. She loved to play piano and was an active gardener her whole life. She was very proud of all her fruit trees and concord grapes. Lorraine loved animals and always had several dogs. She would fill bird feeders and sit in front of her window watching the birds and squirrels. \nLorraine’s faith in God was very important to her and she was an active member of New Life Community Church which later became Springs Church (Selkirk location). She cleaned the church\, played piano with the church band\, led bible studies in her home\, provided lunches and cold drinks during church building construction and spent many Friday evenings on the street corner in front of the Merchant’s Hotel with Pastor Cam Fontaine singing gospel music and sharing with anyone in hearing distance. \nIn the last few years\, Lorraine talked daily about how much she looked forward to her home in heaven where she would no longer be confined by her body that was finally wearing out after 101 years. She is now rejoicing in the presence of God. We’ll miss her dearly! \nThank you to the staff of Selkirk Home Care\, Tudor House Personal Care Home and Selkirk Regional Health Centre Emergency Room staff for their excellent care. \nFuneral service will be held on Saturday\, March 21\, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. in the Gilbart Funeral Chapel\, Selkirk\, MB\, with viewing one hour prior to the service. \nTributes: www.gilbartfuneralhome.com \nGilbart Funeral Home\, Selkirk in care of arrangements. \nTo send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Lorraine Smith\, please visit our floral store.
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SUMMARY:Wanda Mae Hardwick
DESCRIPTION:January 16\, 1953 – February 25\, 2026 \nWanda Mae Hardwick\, 73 years young\, beloved wife\, mother\, grandma\, great-grandma\, sister\, auntie and friend to many\, passed away surrounded by love and peace. \nWanda Mae was born January 16\, 1953\, in Selkirk\, Manitoba. She was the eldest daughter of seven and sister to ten brothers. Mom married her one and only love\, Bob Hardwick\, May 29\, 1971\, and they shared a life of true devotion. Together they had three children\, Roberta\, Rob (Tikena) and Roy (Wendy)\, with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. \nMom/Wanda will be remembered for her hard work ethics\, zest for life\, and that smile and infectious laugh that you could hear anywhere. Most of all\, serving her one and only Lord Jesus Christ. \nWanda Mae will be incredibly missed by all who knew and loved her. It’s not good-bye\, it’s see you later. We will meet again. \nCremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. \nFamily and friends are invited to share memories and condolences on Wanda Mae’s memorial page using the comment field below.
URL:https://springschurch.com/event/wanda-mae-hardwick/
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SUMMARY:John Bergen
DESCRIPTION:John Bergen\, age 84\, of Niverville\, Manitoba\, passed peacefully into the arms of the Father on March 23\, 2026\, at 10:55 a.m. His wife Frieda was at his side; she remembered his final moments as “so unbelievably peaceful.” \nJohn was born July 12\, 1941\, in the RM of Hanover to Abe and Susan Bergen and was the oldest of ten children. At seven the family moved to Colony Bergthal\, Paraguay\, where they lived for four years before returning to Manitoba and settling in New Bothwell. A quick and determined learner\, John overcame the challenges of not speaking English as a child. His faith and the grace and forgiveness offered through Jesus were a steady source of comfort and strength throughout his life. \nJohn loved his work and the people he met along the way. From 1967 to 1970 he taught school in Kola\, Manitoba\, forging many lifelong friendships. After he and Frieda settled in Winnipeg\, he embarked on a long and successful career in commercial real estate. In retirement he made his home in Niverville\, where he spent his later years as his health declined. \nJohn loved photography\, left-handed golf\, and was known to delight his family with a wonderful singing voice—often to entertain and occasionally to tease. \nHe is survived by his beloved wife\, Frieda; his children Chad (Heather)\, Shawn\, and Amber (Justin); and his grandchildren Marlana\, Sarah\, Leah\, Dawson\, Kaleb\, and Jax. He was predeceased by his son Michael. His family will remember him as a kind\, gentle presence who left the world more beautiful for having been in it. \nHe will be deeply missed. \nThe memorial service will be held on Thursday\, April 2\, 2026\, at 2:00 p.m.\, at Birchwood Funeral Chapel\, Steinbach\, MB. To join the family via livestream\, please click HERE.
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SUMMARY:Anna Joyce Watt (Derksen) (nee Dueck)
DESCRIPTION:On March 22\, 2026 at the age of 83\, Anna Joyce Watt (Derksen) (nee Dueck) passed away peacefully into her heavenly home\, with family by her side\, following a short battle with pancreatic cancer\, which she fought with grace and strength. \nBorn on December 11\, 1942 to parents Peter and Margaret Dueck\, Anna was the beloved twin of Marge\, her ‘other half’ and lifelong best friend. She was also a cherished sister to 7 other siblings with whom she shared many special bonds throughout her life. \nAnna’s early years were spent on her family’s farm in Blumenfeld where many treasured memories were made. \nLater in life\, Anna had three boys\, Ken\, Sheldon and Kelly\, whom she loved dearly. Moving to Winnipeg and making a home for her young family there\, she met John\, and they were later married. Through their marriage\, Anna\, along with John\, lovingly embraced not only her own children\, but also John’s children and all of her grandchildren . \nAnna treasured fishing trips with John\, Christmases with her family and gatherings spent with her siblings back home\, which were especially dear to her. \nAnna’s faith was one of the guiding forces in her life. She was devoted to her church and gave generously of her time through volunteer work. Her time spent at Springs Church and at Vineyard Church in Mazatlán\, gave deep purpose and joy and she made lifelong friendships there. \nAnna had a special love for flower gardening\, and she found great peace and happiness in tending to her flowers. \nShe will be remembered for her warmth\, youthful spirit and love for life. \nAnna is lovingly survived by her sons Sheldon (Richelle)\, Kelly (Wendy)\, and stepsons John (Darlene)\, Doug (Keiko) and her grand children and great grandchildren. She is pre-deceased by her husband John\, son Ken and step children\, Charles\, Donald\, Ron and Sharon. \nShe will be deeply missed and forever cherished and remembered by her loving family and special friends. \nThe family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks for the compassionate care Anna received during her stay at the Grace Hospice. \nA service will be held at Springs Church\, 725 Lagimodiere Blvd\, on Tuesday\, April 14th at 12 noon. \nIn lieu of flowers\, donations can be made to Cancer Care Manitoba.
URL:https://springschurch.com/event/anna-joyce-watt-derksen-nee-dueck/
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