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Jerry Maurice Mestdagh

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August 16, 1946 – October 21, 2025

It is with deepest sorrow we share the passing of Jerry Maurice Mestdagh, beloved husband, father, grandfather and uncle who passed away peacefully on October 21, 2025 at the Neepawa Hospital, with his family by his side.

Born on August 16, 1946 in Holland, Manitoba, Jerry worked for many years, one of the first employees at (then) Carnation Foods Potato Plant in Carberry until illness led to his retirement in 1998. He was a third-class Power Engineer, at what is now McCain Foods.

Jerry married the love of his life, Maureen Boulet, on October 7, 1967. They had fifty-eight years together and had many adventures along the way; following the Carberry Plainsmen hockey team, harness racing, watching their children and grandchildren’s sports events and motorcycling for fourteen years with his HONDA GOLDWING. Great vacations in California, Texas, Niagra Falls and Banff, Alberta, and really enjoyed attending the Minot State Fair every summer. He also enjoyed spending time with his brother-in-law Tony, hunting and fishing.

In his last few years, Jerry so enjoyed his wife taking him and wee Daisy-May “DEER HUNTING”, cruising back country roads on the lookout for deer, which Daisy would fiercely bark at from the car window – much to Jerry’s delight!

Jerry loved visits with his girls and their partners, and was always so proud of his grandchildren.

Jerry is survived by his loving wife Maureen and their children, Donna-Leigh (Brad), Dixie Lynne (Chris), grandchildren Jaxon, Taylor, Jamie, Cooper, Talen and Chase. Brother Larry (Diane), sisters Doreen (Emile), Diane (Bill) and Jeanette (Larry) and many nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by his parents Omer and Alena Mestdagh, brother Murray and sister Gloria.

A private family service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Association for Mental Health CAMH.

Jerry will always be missed and forever loved.

Rest easy my love, until we meet again.

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Albert Edward Banman – Updated

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August 30, 1938 – October 23, 2025

Peacefully, Albert passed away at Victoria Hospital at the age of 87 years.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. from the Wiebe Funeral Home in Morden, MB., with interment to follow at the Winkler cemetery.

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Robert Tracy Wells

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October 3, 1961 – October 21, 2025

Born in Fort Frances Ontario to Colleen Wells (Mallory) and Wilfred (Bob) Wells, Robert spent his entire life in Winnipeg.

He was a dedicated carrier for the Winnipeg Free Press and an avid consumer of all things techie. After teaching himself how to use a computer Robert moved on to an IPod, IPhone and IPad seldom being without at least one.

Robert loved family and stayed connected to them thru daily calls and texts. Everyone on his list could be assured of knowing they would hear from him regularly. He had many friends but of note is his exceptional long-time friendship with Heather Hooper. They met at a young age and maintained their friendship through almost daily phone calls or FaceTime connections.

After suffering a stroke in September of 2024 Robert subsequently resided at Selkirk Mental Health Centre in the Acquired Brain Injury program where he received excellent support and enjoyed the attention of the staff. Cremation has occurred and Robert will be placed in the family plot in Ontario with his parents.

There will be a memorial service to be announced at a later date

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Janice Justine Falkevitch

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September 17, 1957 – September 28, 2025

Janice was born in Russell, on September 17, 1957 to Louis and Elsie Falkevitch. She attended Londonderry School for elementary and completed her schooling at Major Pratt School in Russell. Mom passed away in 1979 and Janice moved to Winnipeg to live and work.

Janice worked at various jobs throughout her years in Winnipeg, some of her favourite were Manitoba Hydro and St. Boniface Hospital. Janice was a friendly, outgoing, cheerful person and made many friends throughout her years in Winnipeg but she always longed to move back home to Russell.

Janice’s wish came true in 2014 when she was finally able to call Russell home again and she joined the Parkland Linc family. The years she spent with her friends at Linc were among the best times of her life. She loved bowling, bingo, grocery shopping, going for coffee and visiting with everyone in the community. Janice loved her family and friends and she was so excited to run into them in town or at an event. Janice was a fun loving, easy going person who will be forever remembered.

She was predeceased by her parents Louis and Elsie (Zimmer) Falkevitch and her brothers; Randy Falkevitch and Ron Falkevitch and niece Elysha Chernesky.

She leaves to mourn her sister Joan (John) Chernesky, brother Bruce (Carla) Falkevitch, children Brandy Falkevitch, Kolton Falkevitch, and Tessa Sanheim (Taylor) and children Acre and Tate, nephew Christopher Falkevitch, sons Jude and Brier, niece Christina Olson (Dylan), children Briella and Remi, niece Naokah Roth  (Leonard), children Tatum and Tyson, also her beloved Aunty Annie and many close cousins.

The family would like to express a huge thank you to all the dedicated workers who have provided Janice with kind and gentle care over the years. A sincere thank you to Dr. Pietres and the staff at the Russell Personal Care Home for the comfort care she received during her stay. Janice always looked happy and content with nail polish or a bow in her hair when we went to visit her. Finally, an extra special thanks to Parkland Linc staff and friends at Linc for being such an important part of her life.

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Ron “Rocket” Palmer

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1941 – 2025

This will not be an obituary; this will be a roast. Anyone knowing Dad would appreciate the humour as we best describe this unique “one of a kind” individual.

Dad was the Archie Bunker of Petersfield. He was your typical farmer. Loved money!!! His favourite quote was “rub 2 nickels together until the beaver farts!” Words to describe him are: loud, opinionated, obnoxious, witty, funny and a real nice guy when he was sleeping! His friends at the coffee shop can take out their ear plugs now!

Dad was a mechanic and started his career on the Diefenbaker Dam in Saskatchewan. There he met mom in Dunblane and married in 1963. They moved back to Manitoba and settled in Petersfield to raise their 4 kids.

He was predeceased by his mom and dad, Glen and Dorothy, sister Ellen Brennan and brother and sister-in-law, Wayne and Alice and son Kevin.

Dad leaves behind children Dennis (Marilyn), Rhonda (Darcy) and Colleen (Mike), grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Special friend Gloria and family and ex-wife and friend Joan. Also, brother Wayne Palmer’s family, brother-in-law Jim Brennan and family.

The last 3 ½ years dad battled with Multiple Myeloma and fought the good fight right to the end. Even though dad couldn’t say words of affection, you knew he really did love his family. He was so proud of all of his grandchildren.

A private family gathering will be held at a later date.

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